Doctors of the Republican AIDS Center of Karakalpakstan arrived in Astana to study the experience of the capital's specialists in the prevention and treatment of HIV infection, the official website of the city akimat reports.During the round table, a memorandum of partnership was signed between the Republican AIDS Center of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Karakalpakstan and the capital's HIV Prevention Center."We highly appreciate the interest of our guests in learning from the experience of organizing an HIV event in our capital. We hope that our experience will help you in the further implementation of work to combat HIV infection," said Aliya Rustemova, head of the Public Health Department of the capital.It should be noted that in his Message to the people of Kazakhstan on September 2, the Head of State noted that "people are the main value of our country" and stressed the need to implement comprehensive measures to strengthen the health of the nation.One of these areas is the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of HIV infection.Every year, more than 25% of the city's population is tested for HIV, which means that more than 80% of cases are detected at stage 1-2, which significantly increases patients' access to antiretroviral therapy. This was announced by Kanat Askarov, Director of the city Center for HIV Prevention, at the round table "The UNAIDS Strategy for achieving the 95-95-95 indicators: prevention, diagnosis and treatment of HIV infection."This event was held as part of the HIV prevention month dedicated to World AIDS Day.To date, the cumulative number of people living with HIV infection in Astana who are aware of their status is about 2,700 people. More than 60% of the detected cases are in the age group of 20-39 years. In our country, HIV treatment is provided free of charge.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/878147

In the capital's schools, lectures on the rights and duties of students have begun to be held as part of the work on crime prevention. One of them was organized in gymnasium No. 90 named after Kayym Mukhamedkhanov for middle and high school students, the official website of the Akimat of Astana reports."Today's event is aimed at the general safety of children. At the same time, we will talk about crime prevention, a lot of work is being done in this area both within schools and at the city level.16 mobile groups have been formed that will visit schools and talk with students in grades 8-11. These groups include representatives of the Department of Education, the Prosecutor's Office, the Police Department, as well as cultural and sports figures. We have drawn up a schedule and according to it we will visit all schools and colleges in Astana," said Deputy Head of the Department of Education Serik Adylbayev.In addition, the students were given advice on what to do in case of problems."Our goal is not only to tell you how not to act, but also to show care. We explain that in case of a problem, students can receive psychological help. For example, if there is a conflict with peers, bullying, difficult relationships with a teacher or parents, you cannot remain silent, you need to talk about your problems, and the class teacher or school psychologist will provide support," added the deputy head of the Department of Education.During the lecture, the students were introduced to the basic rights and obligations of citizens of Kazakhstan. Special attention was paid to fostering respect for the law, understanding the role of law and order and responsibility for one's own actions."Currently, 2,079 children study in our school in two shifts. We hold school meetings, and security measures are discussed at meetings with parents. We have made some changes to the internal rules of the school, putting the safety of the child first. The safety of every student is very important to us," said Zhasulan Manenov, head teacher for educational work at Gymnasium No. 90.The organizers of the event noted that such events will help students better understand their rights and responsibilities, as well as realize the importance of observing the laws.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/878151

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IN ATYRAU, ABOUT 100 EXPERTS TOOK PART IN THE CREATION OF AN ATLAS OF NEW PROFESSIONS Within the framework of the project "Development of the Atlas of new Professions and competencies of Atyrau region", implemented on the basis of Utebayev University using the Skills Technology Foresight method, about one hundred experts from local executive bodies, business and educational organizations participated in its development. They studied the domestic and international experience of personnel training in order to create regional standards and discussed staffing issues. Applying the method of foresight forecasting in the labor market, the project experts determined the theoretical, methodological and scientific-methodological foundations for training specialists in accordance with modern requirements. Within the framework of the project, organizational and methodological support for the introduction of regional standards is of particular importance, as it contributes to the creation of a sustainable training system for the economy of Kazakhstan. At the foresight session, an analysis of the needs for new professions was carried out, educational programs were developed and professional standards were updated. The work covered three key areas – transport and logistics, oil and gas and petrochemical industries, as well as education. The fundamental changes expected in these areas in the next 10-15 years and their political, technological and social consequences were discussed. Based on the results of the foresight, a working group consisting of employees of Utebayev University and Atyrau University plans to prepare articles, monographs and educational materials, said Akmaral Zhalgasbayeva, head of the regional office of the My Profession is My Future project. The experts also paid special attention to the changes in professions in the field of logistics and transport in the next twenty years. A significant transformation of professional roles is expected due to automation, digitalization and environmental requirements. There is expected to be an increase in demand for specialists in the field of IT, robotics and sustainable development. This creates not only new opportunities, but also challenges that require flexibility and readiness for change. The companies participating in the project support initiatives for the development of vocational education and training of qualified personnel for the effective operation of various sectors of the economy.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/878165

On November 6, 2024, within the framework of the 11th summit of the Organization of Turkic States in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, an important Agreement was signed on the creation of a Civil Protection Mechanism for OTG, which will be a new step in strengthening cooperation between member states in the field of emergency response.On behalf of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the document was signed by the Minister of Emergency Situations, Major General Genghis Arinov, as well as representatives of Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Turkey. This agreement underlines the desire of the member countries of the OTG to join efforts in the field of security, protection of citizens and crisis response.The creation of the Mechanism is aimed at enhancing the coordination of actions by Member States in the field of emergency prevention and response, as well as in the field of humanitarian assistance. The main objectives of the Mechanism are:Prompt response to natural disasters, man-made accidents and other emergencies.Saving the lives and property of victims of disasters, as well as restoring vital functions in crisis zones.Humanitarian assistance, including food, medicines and basic necessities.Monitoring and analysis of emergency situations to increase the preparedness of countries for possible crises.Exchange of experience and knowledge in the field of civil protection, which will increase the level of professionalism in each state.In addition, the agreement includes provisions for joint exercises and training programs for specialists, which will help improve the preparedness of emergency personnel and improve the effectiveness of emergency response.The signing of the Agreement symbolizes a new stage in the integration of the OTG countries, focused on strengthening mutual support and solidarity in the field of civil protection. The Civil Protection Mechanism of OTG will become an important tool for improving security and sustainability in Central Asia and other regions. Thanks to the creation of a coordinated system of assistance and interaction, the OTG countries will be able to respond faster and more effectively to any threats, helping each other in dealing with the consequences of natural and man-made disasters.This step also confirms the common commitment of the OTG member States to the principles of mutual assistance and collective security, which makes them more resilient and ready to respond quickly in the face of global challenges. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/878158

A resident of Karaganda, Vladislav Gorizanov, won the Grand Prix of the republican contest "The State Language is a symbol of independence". The event was timed to coincide with the 130th anniversary of Ilyas Zhansugurov. The competition of experts in the state language was held in Taldykorgan. The level of Kazakh language proficiency was demonstrated by representatives of ethnic groups from 16 regions of the country.The competition consisted of four stages, including creative tasks, questions from different spheres of life. The participants had to show not only the level of language proficiency, but also knowledge of culture.Vladislav Gorizanov, a specialist of the KSU "Kogamdyk kelisim" Department of Internal Affairs of the Karaganda region, was not new to participate in the competition. The Karaganda resident is a multiple winner of various competitions, including creative ones and those related to knowledge of the state language.– At the competition, I told about myself in verse form, read "Abaydyn kara sozi", performed kui on dombra. Points were awarded for each stage. When I was awarded the Grand Prix, I was surprised because the opponents were very serious. There are even teachers of the Kazakh language and literature among them. Despite the strong competition, I managed to win," says the Grand Prix winner.Vladislav Gorizanov began learning the Kazakh language in the 7th grade, when his parents transferred him to a Kazakh school. Later, he chose to study in the state language and at the university. According to Vladislav, learning a language is not very difficult if you have the desire and perseverance. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/878041

The economy of the Karaganda region is developing steadily. Industrial production and investments are growing. Two new enterprises have been launched – for the production of polyethylene pipes and steel hot-water gas boilers. Eight more projects are expected to be launched. With the arrival of a new investor at Qarmet, the idle mines have been restored.This was announced by the governor of the region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev at a briefing in the Central Communications Service. The head of the region spoke about the fulfillment of the instructions of the President of the country to improve the quality of life of the population.– Since the beginning of the year, 679.1 billion tenge of investments have been invested in the region's economy – 14.6% more than the same period last year. Two new enterprises have appeared on the map of the region. By the end of the year, we will launch 8 more projects worth more than 200 billion tenge of investments, with the creation of 2,600 jobs. Among the major projects are plants for the production of copper and ferrosilicon," said Ermaganbet Bulekpayev.According to him, since the beginning of the year, the economy has grown by 13.1%.The volume of industrial production exceeded 2.8 trillion tenge. The main part is accounted for by the manufacturing industry – 2.2 trillion tenge.The governor of the region separately focused on the activities of the Qarmet company.– As you know, at the largest enterprise in the region, Qarmet, last year, on behalf of the Head of State, the main investor was replaced and modernization began. The production of cast iron, armor and flat rolled products has increased at the metallurgical plant. At the time of the transfer to the new investor, there were only three mines out of eight in operation. There are currently seven mines in operation. The number of sinkholes has been increased from 11 to 45. This is a groundwork for the future, it will ensure the operation of mines for many years to come," stressed Ermaganbet Bulekpayev.A search and positioning system has been implemented for the safety of miners. Now she works at two mines – Kazakhstanskaya and Kuzembayev. And next year, all mines should be covered. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/877893

Karaganda region has harvested a record grain harvest this year – 1 million 300 thousand tons. And in general, the region ranks seventh in the country in terms of agricultural production. Local farmers ensure food security not only in the region, but also in the capital.Governor of the region Yermaganbet Bulekpayev told at a briefing in the Central Communications Service how the potential of the agricultural sector will be further increased.– By the end of the year, 30 investment projects worth more than 23 billion tenge are being implemented in the agro-industrial complex. As part of the development of villages, the Auyl Amanaty project should be particularly noted. The Head of State gave specific instructions to improve the welfare of the rural population, emphasizing the effectiveness of this program. In our region, 4.4 billion tenge has been allocated for 483 micro–loans under the Auyl Amanaty project, half of which is aimed at the development of animal husbandry, the other part is for business projects of rural residents. As a result, 816 jobs were created in rural areas, more than 60 agricultural production cooperatives, the governor of the region said.He gave examples of successful support for agricultural cooperation. SEC "Saq NS" in the Aktogay district has created a workshop for the production of mare's milk using German technology, produces 30 tons of koumiss every month. SEC "Madi-Agro 7" in the Karkaraly district increased meat production, and the Qarmet company became a consumer of its products. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/877908

Small and medium-sized businesses are developing intensively in the Karaganda region. The number of people employed in this field has exceeded 230 thousand people.Akim of the region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev told about the development and support of entrepreneurship at a briefing in the Central Communications Service.– There is a stereotype that Karaganda is only coal and steel giants. But over the past 10 years, the structure of the economy has undergone tremendous changes. And today Karaganda is a large center, the core of an agglomeration with a high share of trade and services. In our region, almost every second working resident is employed in the field of small and medium–sized businesses," the head of the region noted.State support contributes to the development of entrepreneurship.The governor of the region cited the example of the metalworking enterprise Inkar 1. With the assistance of the state, it was able to expand from five jobs to 115.– We are one of the first in the country to reduce the retail tax to 2%. As a result, the number of individual entrepreneurs paying retail tax has increased 16 times and amounts to 2.5 thousand. Over the 8 months of this year, tax revenues from SMEs increased by 16%, – added Ermaganbet Bulekpayev. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/877918

For the first time in history, the city of Saran in the Karaganda region began to generate significant tax revenues. This was made possible by the development of the Saran industrial zone. The experience will become an example for the development of other single-industry towns, Governor of the region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev said at a briefing in the Central Communications Service. – A successful case in the field of industrial renovation is Saran. I would like to note that with the support of the government, the city has become an example of economic diversification. It was excluded from the list of single-industry towns and for the first time in history began to generate significant tax revenues. Now 93.2% of industrial production is accounted for by the manufacturing sector. First of all, this became possible due to the development of the Saran industrial zone, where 9 projects worth 400 billion tenge are currently being implemented," Yermaganbet Bulekpayev said. Of the implemented projects, he named the production of buses, car tires, and household appliances as the most striking. – On behalf of the President, this experience is being implemented in other single–industry towns of our region – Temirtau, Balkhash, Shakhtinsk and Abai, - said the head of the region. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/877904

The opening of a modern trade and logistics warehouse for electronic commerce in Karaganda, the modernization of two airports in the region, as well as the repair of roads of regional and republican significance - all this should improve the logistics infrastructure of the Karaganda region. Thanks to this, new business development opportunities will appear, the volume of freight traffic will increase and transit attractiveness in general will increase.Akim of Karaganda region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev identified logistics as one of the main points of economic growth in the region. At a briefing at the Central Communications Service under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, he spoke about plans and prospects for the development of logistics infrastructure, which will become an important driver of economic progress in the region and the country.Teez marketplace started operating in Karaganda in September. The opening of the warehouse terminal will accelerate the development of e-commerce in the region. The capacity of the site is 27 million orders per year. This stimulates the business activity of small and medium-sized enterprises.One of the important steps in the development of international logistics in Karaganda will be the modernization of the local airport. Over time, the air harbor will turn into a full-fledged cargo terminal with a capacity of 50,000 tons of cargo per year. Today, it serves commercial cargo flights from Ecuador, the Netherlands, Belgium and Southeast Asia. In the future, it is planned to increase the technical landings of aircraft traveling from China to Europe.An important project and reconstruction of Balkhash airport. In the future, this will increase its capacity by 30% and improve air links with other regions.The development of logistics is impossible without high-quality roads. This year, 1,032 km have been repaired in the Karaganda region.One of the major projects was the reconstruction of the Karaganda – Balkhash highway, where work on laying the top layer of asphalt concrete has been completed and the construction of the highway is underway.The repair of 115 km of the Karaganda–Karkaralinsk highway has been completed. Next year, work will continue on 85 km. Thus, the 200 km long road from Karaganda to Karkaralinsk will be completely repaired.Reconstruction of the Karaganda–Zhezkazgan republican road is expected to begin in 2025.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/877927

Large-scale modernization of engineering infrastructure continues in the Karaganda region. 14 heat supply projects are being implemented in Karaganda, Balkhash, Temirtau and Shakhtinsk for 31.5 billion tenge. 17 km of main heating networks have been put in order. This will reduce network wear by up to 64.4%. One of the largest projects in the region's housing and communal services over the past 30 years is the construction of a third heat outlet in Karaganda. – The heating main was launched in October. In the future, for seven years, the third heat sink will be able to provide heat to 1.2 million square meters of housing, that is, over 20 thousand apartments," Ermaganbet Bulekpayev said at a briefing in the Central Communications Service under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In addition, special attention is paid to providing drinking water to remote settlements. This year, water supply will be established in 14 villages. Drinking water will appear in the homes of one and a half thousand residents. Block modules are being installed in 26 small villages. These measures will increase water supply coverage to 97.6% of the region's population.Work on the gasification of the private sector is also continuing. Gas networks have been connected to 7621 houses, of which 3,573 are already connected to gas. Housing construction is growing in the region. In 9 months of this year, 380.3 thousand square meters of housing were put into operation. This is 4.7% more than in the past. It is planned to build 500 thousand square meters of housing by the end of the year. This will provide a roof over the heads of thousands of families, including those from socially vulnerable categories. Ermaganbet Bulekpayev stressed the important role of entrepreneurs in housing construction. Businessmen are building houses in villages using government support measures. 55 thousand square meters of housing, or 755 apartments, have already been built. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/877956

Equal opportunities for all – the Karaganda region is developing a health care system for rural residents. This year, 14 new medical facilities have been opened in the villages.Akim of Karaganda region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev reported on achievements in the field of medicine during a briefing at the Central Communications Service under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan.– The President has set the task to rebuild the healthcare system, focusing on the quality of services and patient orientation, – said Ermaganbet Bulekpayev. – By the end of the year, we plan to open another 27 medical facilities in rural areas, and next year – 51 institutions. After modernization, two hospitals in Temirtau and Balkhash became inter-district. This will allow residents of the region to significantly improve access to medical care.Qualified medical personnel are supported and attracted to the region. In two years, 236 medical workers were given apartments. The amount of lifting fees has been increased from 1.5 to 8.5 million tenge. 63 specialists have already been supported, and it is planned to attract 20 more medical workers by the end of the year.The Kazakhstan Khalkyna Foundation also provides assistance, which finances the purchase of equipment for pulmonology, kombustiology and cardiology. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/877979

Colleges of the Karaganda region will train high-quality personnel for industry and deepen the interaction between education and real production. The clustering of secondary specialized institutions in eight leading technical areas has begun in the region.Young specialists will join the ranks of workers at local enterprises. There are more than a thousand industries in the field of industry, construction industry and energy, where about 200 thousand workers of various specialties work.– In this regard, it is very important for our region that next year is declared the Year of Working Professions by the Head of State. 60% of the region's youth work as workers at various enterprises," Head of the region Yermaganbet Bulekpayev said at a briefing in the CCS under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. – Therefore, we plan to turn the Karaganda region into a training center for working professions for the country. There are all the necessary conditions for this: the established experience of secondary vocational education, a network of colleges with a rich history, manufacturing enterprises combining knowledge and experience, qualified teaching staff.The upbringing and education of the younger generation is one of the priorities in the region. According to the "Comfortable School" program, 10 educational institutions are planned to be built in the region. Construction began in 2023. Two new schools have opened in Karaganda this academic year, one of them is comfortable. By the end of the year, it is planned to introduce five more new comfortable schools.A modern Palace of Schoolchildren was opened in a residential area of Karaganda, and a Palace of Arts was opened in the Osakarovsky district.Teachers are actively supported. According to the program "With a diploma – to the village!" this year 140 teachers who came to work in rural areas received lifting.Thanks to the financing of the Kazakhstan Khalkyna Foundation, four educational projects have been implemented in the region to modernize and repair schools, as well as the construction of sports grounds. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/878002

TURKISH CENTER OF EDUCATION, SCIENCE AND CULTURE OPENED IN ALMATY The opening ceremony of the Turkish Center for Education, Science and Culture of the University of Duzce took place at the Almaty University of Humanities and Economics (ASUE). The event was attended by the Rector of the University of Duzce, Professor, Dr. Nedim Sezbir, as well as the Consul of the Republic of Turkey, Razan Azhar. The creation of the center opens up new horizons for strengthening educational and cultural ties between Kazakhstan and Turkey. It provides students with the opportunity to study Turkish for free, participate in an additional program on inclusive education, as well as receive double diplomas. The Center will also become a platform for joint research and educational activities, facilitating the exchange of knowledge and experience between the two countries. The parties expressed their intention to further strengthen cooperation by developing joint projects and initiatives aimed at improving the quality of education and expanding international cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/878124

The Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry of Kazakhstan, together with government agencies and the startup Alaqan Technologies, is implementing a pilot project of biometric verification based on the palm print "Alaqan" in government institutions. This project is aimed at improving the safety of children in schools and kindergartens, controlling access of employees to public institutions and preventing misuse of budget funds.At the moment, the Alaqan system has been installed in the Shymkent Akimat (in pilot mode), the Government for Citizens NGO, as well as in a number of schools and kindergartens. The purpose of this technology is to protect the rights and safety of children, register the entry and exit of employees, as well as identify fictitious records that can lead to excessive budget expenditures.Today, the project covers 91 schools in Akmola region and 68 schools in Aktobe region. It has also been implemented in a pilot mode in one school in West Kazakhstan, Turkestan and Karaganda regions. In the next two years, it is planned to install the system in 150 schools of the Karaganda region.In addition, within the framework of the Artsport and Darabala projects, the Alaqan system has already been successfully used to record visits to 19 additional education facilities in Kokshetau. As a result of the implementation, since March of this year, budget savings have amounted to more than 60 million tenge.To date, more than 124 thousand schoolchildren and about 10 thousand school staff have been registered in the system. Taking into account the positive results, the possibility of expanding the project to strategically important facilities is being considered.About Alaqan startup:Since 2020, the company has been developing biometric solutions, including Alaqan Pay, Alaqan Mektep and Alaqan Business systems. The system has 250 thousand active users and conducts over 6 million identifications per month. The startup is actively developing in Kazakhstan, exploring the markets of Georgia, Armenia, and plans expansion into Africa, Southeast Asia and Saudi Arabia.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mdai/press/news/details/878082

At the meeting, chaired by the akim of Turkestan region Darkhan Satybaldy, the forecast of socio-economic development of the city of Turkestan was considered. Due to the presence of historical and ancient monuments located in the vicinity of the city, tourism is developing in the region. Special economic and industrial zones also distinguish Turkestan as the center of the region. The head of the region noted the need to improve infrastructure for the development of the city and instructed to intensify work in this direction.– The population of the city is growing, there is a workforce. There are all opportunities for development. The construction of an international airport, the location on the Western Europe – Western China transport corridor and the railway junction stimulate the attraction of tourists. Recently, many agreements were signed at the investment forum, which will contribute to the economic growth of the city. But we need to continue to attract investments. By 2030, Turkestan should become a self-financing city. Step up the work in this direction," said Darkhan Satybaldy.Akim of Turkestan Azimbek Pazylbekuly made a report, saying that the population of the city exceeded 234 thousand people. The economically active population numbers more than 83 thousand people, of whom almost 80 thousand are employed, and more than 30 thousand are self-employed. The mayor of the city said: "We will increase the volume of the gross regional product of the city by 2.8 times by 2030."Over the past four years, 1.3 trillion tenge of investments have been attracted to the city's economy. In the next six years, it is planned to increase investments in fixed assets to 4.6 trillion tenge.The meeting was also attended by the heads of the Department of Entrepreneurship and Industry and the Department of Tourism of the Turkestan region, presenting their proposals.A number of projects are planned to be implemented in Turkestan in the next six years. Within the planned period, a pool of 192 investment projects with a total value of 541 billion tenge was created, which will create more than 7 thousand new jobs. The volume of the gross regional product will grow 2.8 times and reach 1.1 trillion tenge, and the volume of attracted investments will increase 3 times to 1.2 trillion tenge. Local revenues will grow 2.2 times to 81.2 billion tenge. The number of foreign tourists will increase by 2 times, reaching 20 thousand people. The unemployment rate is planned to be reduced to 4.7%, creating about 22 thousand new jobs. The commissioning of housing will amount to 2.411 million square meters. There are 34 projects in the manufacturing industry with a total cost of 142 billion tenge, which will create 3,575 new jobs.The total area of the special economic zone is 180 hectares, where it is planned to implement 15 projects worth 126 billion tenge, creating 3,050 new jobs. The industrial zone covers 190 hectares and includes 21 projects with a total cost of 10.5 billion tenge, providing 954 jobs. In the future, it is planned to implement 19 more projects worth 15.8 billion tenge, which will create 525 new jobs.In the coming years, the volume of construction work is projected to grow by an average of 17% per year. Within the framework of private investment projects, it is planned to invest 243.9 billion tenge in construction and create 2,552 new jobs within the framework of 136 projects. The bulk of the gross regional product of the city falls on wholesale and retail trade, where it is planned to implement 8 projects worth 6 billion tenge, creating 340 jobs.Tourism remains the main direction of the city's development. Over the past two years, 74.2 billion tenge of investments have been attracted to this sector, and 53.5 billion tenge is expected this year. In the future, it is planned to implement 13 projects with a total cost of 145 billion tenge, creating 955 new jobs.The press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/878017

Preparations for the upcoming flood period in Bukhar-Zhyrau district began in the summer. The emergency department told about the work in areas under potential threat of flooding.To prevent flooding, backfilling, digging of canals, installation of culverts, etc. are underway.Last spring, there was a threat of flooding by flood waters of residential buildings in the village of Zhastlek. To improve the passage of meltwater entering this site, experts decided to expand and deepen the ditch and additional installation of three pipes in the area of the access road.Also, in the village of Mustafina and at the Nura station, work was carried out to strengthen protective structures, strengthen the existing shaft and build a new shaft with a length of 330 meters. Similar work has been carried out in the villages of Yntymak and Sarytobe.– Currently, the construction of a protective shaft on Novostroika Street is being completed in the village of Sarytobe. They are coming to the end of work on strengthening and lifting the lowered sections of the defensive rampart in the village of Zhanatalap. 90% of the work has been completed here," said Ersin Zhunusbekov, Head of the Emergency Department of the Bukhara–Zhyrau district.The village of Chkalova is also at risk of flooding due to the annual increase in water discharge from the Samarkand reservoir. It was decided to strengthen the territory of the village by building a dam along the Nura River. Also, the channel of the cleaning device coming from Temirtau was turned towards Nura. The length of the newly created channel is 300 meters. This will help significantly reduce the risk of flooding, experts say.More than 14 thousand tons of inert material were harvested – this is rubble stone, rock mass, sand, crushed stone and sacking. In case of a threat, the material will be used to prevent overflows.The construction of a storm drain on Toregozhina Street in the village of Botakara has also been completed, the culverts of the Baikadam dam have been strengthened, similar work has been carried out on other flood-prone areas of the district. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/878031

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For the first time in history, the Asian Ice Hockey Championship will be held under the auspices of the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF). The tournament will begin on November 6 in Almaty.The competition will be held from November 6 to 9 at the multifunctional sports complex Halyk Arena.The opponents of the national team of Kazakhstan will be the teams of Japan, Korea and China.Tournament match schedule:November 6, 2024, 16:00 – Japan – China.November 6, 2024, 19:30 – Korea – Kazakhstan.November 8, 2024, 16:00 – Japan – Korea.November 8, 2024, 19:30 – Kazakhstan – China.November 9, 2024, 16:00 – China – Korea.November 9, 2024, 19:30 – Kazakhstan – Japan.Tickets for the matches can be purchased at a price from 1 to 3 thousand tenge.It is worth noting that the upcoming tournaments will be preparatory competitions for the Asian Games 2025, which will be held in Harbin, China, from February 7 to 14.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/878045