A bright flash mob and a festive concert took place in Kostanay, dedicated to the International Family Day and the Year of Crime Prevention, declared by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The large-scale event was held under the motto: "Police on guard of law and order" and became part of the challenge "Kazakhstan without domestic violence".As Madina Valieva, Head of the Department for Combating Domestic Violence of the Department of Internal Affairs of the Kostanay Region, emphasized, the goal of the event is to form zero tolerance for domestic violence in society, strengthen family values ​​and expand interdepartmental cooperation.About 300 college students gathered in the square near the regional akimat building, lining up in a living inscription "NO VIOLENCE!" The participants waved balloons and flags, creating a bright and memorable picture that attracted the attention of city residents.Representatives of the Akimat's Department of Culture and Sports, military personnel, employees of the Department of Emergency Situations, doctors, volunteers of the search and rescue teams "Bars" and "DOS", as well as the NGO "Alliance of Women's Forces" joined the initiative.One of the highlights was the demonstration number of young karatekas from the Kostanay branch of the All-Kazakhstan Kyokushinkai Karate Organization. Their performance became a symbol of the fact that aggression can be transformed into strength, discipline and self-control.Chief sensei AISULU ABULKHANOVA noted:"Sport teaches control, discipline, respect. This is strength without aggression! Let's say NO to violence!"During the event, police officers distributed information leaflets with helpline numbers and contact information for services where you can seek help in case of domestic violence.AISULU ISMAILOVA, Chief Inspector for Women and Children Affairs of the Akim's Office of Kostanay Region, emphasized the importance of such events as a tool for education and prevention and wished all families mutual understanding, harmony and love.The event ended with a festive concert with the participation of creative groups of the city.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/997760?lang=kk

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Karaganda Technical University named after Abylkas Saginov received a delegation from the University of Exeter (Great Britain). The guests were informed about the priorities in the development of science in the region, and also conducted a tour of the university campus.The university delegation included Professor Stuart Berhope, Deputy Vice-Rector for Global Affairs, and Rachel Jones, Head of Global Partnerships at the Faculty of Environment, Science and Economics.Specialists from the University of Exeter met with the leadership of the Karaganda Technical University named after Saginov and discussed prospects for cooperation, including the expansion of academic mobility programs for students and teachers.– This was the first visit of this delegation to our university. We discussed the issues we were interested in and conducted a tour of the campus for our guests. Now, based on all this, both they and we will think about possible formats and options for cooperation," says Timur Kanapyanov, Vice–rector for Strategic Development and Digitalization at Saginov Karaganda Technical University.An excursion to the enterprises of QARMET JSC was also organized for the British delegation.Then representatives of the University of Exeter in Astana met with the Minister of Science and Higher Education Sayasat Nurbek. They also considered possible prospects for academic cooperation between Kazakhstan and the UK.The University of Exeter is a multidisciplinary British university with a long history. It was founded in 1855. Today, students from all over the world study at the university.The University of Exeter is a member of the prestigious Russell Group Association of Research Universities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/997333?lang=kk

350 manufacturers from all regions of Kazakhstan presented their products at the VIII exhibition of domestic manufacturers «Ulttyq ónim» in Astana.   At the eighth annual exhibition, which started on May 16 at the EXPO International Exhibition Center, Kazakhstani manufacturers presented thousands of types of goods in various industries: food, light industry, chemical industry, mechanical engineering, equipment manufacturing, jewelry and other goods. All the enterprises at the exposition received financial and other support measures from the «Damu» Fund, the country's key financial institution for supporting small and medium–sized businesses.«The eighth Ulttyq ónim exhibition is the best proof and demonstration of the development of domestic entrepreneurship. Our manufacturers are strengthening their positions within the country, exporting, and becoming recognizable brands abroad. And government support for small and medium-sized businesses will only increase. This year, we have set a course for accelerated development of the real sector of the economy. The government has announced an open order for SME investment projects in such priority areas as information technology, logistics, tourism, food production, building materials, mechanical engineering, light and chemical industries. These areas will receive comprehensive support», — Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin said at the opening of the exhibition.The exhibition features such sought-after products as kitchen stoves, ventilation, medical equipment, transformers, animal feed, suitcases, textiles, building materials, antiseptics, clothing, shoes and many others. One of the participants is «Aurora Production Complex» LLP, a manufacturer of disinfectants and detergents, which has been operating on the market for 15 years. The range includes more than 40 types of cosmetic products, 55 types of household chemicals and over 80 items of disinfectants.«Our main focus in the production of our products is on efficiency, safety and accessibility.  It is best to buy dishwashing detergents, liquid soap, household chemicals for washing glasses, kitchens and laundry from us. We are constantly updating the line: among the new products are aroma diffusers for home and office, there is a wide range of products for children under the Booboo brand. Our products are widely represented in Kazakhstan's retail chains, marketplaces and neighboring countries», — said Ermek Yerkynov, Regional Director of «Aurora Production Complex» LLP.In 2024, the Government allocated 336 billion tenge for the implementation of business support programs through the instruments of subsidizing and guaranteeing the Baiterek holding. 29,5 thousand projects totaling 1,7 trillion tenge in loans received state support, including 2,7 thousand concessional lending projects totaling 254 billion tenge in loans. These measures have allowed to create 9,7 thousand jobs, produce products worth 25.4 trillion tenge and ensure the receipt of 1,7 trillion tenge of taxes. As a result, the share of people employed in the SME sector reached 48% of the population in 2024, and the contribution to the country's GDP was almost 40%.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/997324?lang=kk

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Astana, May 15, 2025 — The First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Akan Rakhmetullin, met with UNICEF Regional Director for Europe and Central Asia, Regina De Dominicis.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and future prospects of cooperation between Kazakhstan and UNICEF, including key areas of the new Country Programme for 2026–2030.Kazakh diplomat expressed gratitude to the UNICEF representative for active work and the support provided to the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan in implementing best international practices in the field of child rights protection.Director De Dominicis emphasized that UNICEF will continue implementing programs in Kazakhstan aimed at child health protection, the development of inclusive education, prevention of violence against children, digital safety, mental health support, and the strengthening of social protection systems aligned with the country’s sustainable development priorities.At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides agreed to coordinate efforts in child protection by leveraging the potential of the UN Regional Centre for Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan in Almaty, which was endorsed by a UN General Assembly resolution adopted in March this year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/996848?lang=kk

On May 15, 2025, as part of Family Day, the regional akim’s office held a training seminar on the topic: “Preventive work to prevent discrimination and sexual harassment against women in government agencies” in order to implement the Model Work Plan for Ethics Commissioners for 2025 and organize legal training for civil servants.The moderator was M. Madenov, deputy head of the regional akim’s office.Speakers: Nina Kosyuk, psychologist, expert on sexual and reproductive health, protection of the rights of victims of domestic violence, combating human trafficking, representative of the Kazakhstan Association of Sexual and Reproductive Health, head of the Damytu Public Foundation, Maksat Shakirbayev, human rights commissioner for Kostanay region, Kairat Syundikov, ethics commissioner of the akim’s office of Kostanay region.The meetings raised acute and important issues: sexualized psychological violence, the practice of implementing policies against discrimination and sexual harassment in the workplace by organizations, the work of the 111 Hotline, and plans to open a Crisis Center for Women in Kostanay.The seminars were attended by employees of the Akim's office of the Kostanay region, regional departments, and the audit commission. For reference: women make up about 60% of the total number of civil servants in the Akim's office of the region and regional institutions.Today, when society is discussing the problems of protecting women's rights, especially against the backdrop of the adoption of the infamous "Saltanat Law", such events play a key role in preventing, preventing violence, and creating a safe environment for women in the civil service.Human Rights Commissioner M. Shakirbayev informed about the constitutional rights of women and the priorities in the work of the institution of human rights commissioners.Ethics Commissioner K. Syundikov emphasized the need for interaction with civil society, the importance of continuous legal education and the introduction of ethical standards into the work of government agencies, and informed about the work of feedback channels.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/996810?lang=kk

The population of the Abai region as of April 1, 2025 amounted to 601.4 thousand people, including urban – 374.4 thousand (62.3%), rural – 227.0 thousand (37.7%) people. Compared to the beginning of 2025, the population decreased by 1.4 thousand people or 0.2%.Natural population movementIn general, in the Abai region in January-March 2025, the natural population growth amounted to 684 people compared to January-March 2024 (972 people) decreased by 29.6%. The total natural growth rate per 1000 population was 4.62 people.According to the information contained in the civil status records submitted by the RAGS bodies, the number of births in January-March 2025 amounted to 1926 people, which is 17.0% less than in the corresponding period of 2024 (2320 people). The total fertility rate per 1000 people was 13.02 births.In the period under review, the number of deaths amounted to 1242 people, which is 7.9% less than in January- March 2024 (1348 people). The overall mortality rate was 8.40 deaths per 1000 people.In January- March 2025, 15 deceased infants under the age of 1 year were registered in the region and compared to the corresponding period of 2024 (21 deceased infants) decreased by 28,6%. The infant mortality rate was 7.79 cases per 1000 births.Population migrationAs a result of processing the information provided by the migration service authorities, in 1-quarter 2025, the number of arrivals in the region amounted to - 3199 people, the number of departures from the region – 5292 people. As a result of external and internal migrations, there was a decrease of -2093 people.The main external   migration exchange  takes place with the CIS  countries. The share of arrivals from the CIS countries was 14 people or 87,5%,  28 people or 84,8 % of the total number of migrants left.  The main part of arrivals and departures from the region falls on the Russian   Federation . 14  people arrived, 28  people  left.There was a negative balance with non-CIS countries, 2 people arrived in the region, 5 people left, a positive balance with the People's Republic of China.The number of migrants by interregional movements, 3183 people arrived,  5259  left, the negative balance is 2076 people._________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Methodological explanationsThe natural growth rate is the difference between the total fertility and mortality rates.The total fertility rate is an indicator that determines the intensity of childbearing in relation to the entire population. Represents the ratio of the total number of live births during the period to the average population. As a rule, it is calculated per 1000 population.The total mortality rate is an indicator that determines the intensity of mortality of the population. Represents the ratio of the total number of deaths during the period to the average population. As a rule, it is calculated per 1000 population.The infant mortality rate is an indicator that determines the mortality rate of children under the age of one year. It is calculated by the ratio of the number of deaths under the age of 1 to the number of live births. The infant mortality rate is calculated per 1,000 live births.Population migration -   the   movement  of people (migrants) across the borders of certain regions with a change of residence.Migrant - a person who commits a migration with change of residence.Number of arrivals -    the   number of people who have entered into the region because of its limits during the reporting period.Number of departures - the number of people who left the region outside of its boundaries during the reporting period. www.stat.gov.kz / Official statistics / By industry / Demographic statistics Head of the  Division of social and demographic statistics:S.KondratyevaТеl. +7 (7222) 36 25 49 Address:180000, c.Semeyst.Mangilik el, 25 © Agency for Strategic planning and reforms of the Republic of Kazakhstan Bureau of National statisticsSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/996778?lang=kk

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On May 29, 2025, a panel session titled “Intellectual Property in the Age of AI and Creative Industries: Challenges and Opportunities” will be held in the city of Astana within the framework of the Astana International Forum.The official opening of the forum will be held under the leadership of the Head of State – Kassym-Jomart K. Tokayev.The Astana International Forum brings together leading global experts, including representatives of international organizations and academic institutions, to develop practical solutions to pressing global challenges.Speakers of the panel session include:Yerlan Zhaksylykuly Sarsembayev, Minister of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan;Daren Tang, Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization;Mohamed Datuk Nur Jazlan bin Tan Sri, Deputy President of the Senate of the Parliament of Malaysia;Grigory Petrovich Ivliev, President of the Eurasian Patent Office;Bakyt Turlykhanuly Sultanov, Member of the Board (Minister) for Economy and Financial Policy of the Eurasian Economic Commission;and other distinguished guests.To participate in the forum, please register at: www.astanainternationalforum.orgContact information:Press Service of the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of KazakhstanPhone: +7 (7172) 74-06-21Mail: a.lurova@adilet.gov.kzSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet/press/news/details/996698?lang=kk

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Astana, May 15, 2025 – At the initiative of the Afghan side Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held a telephone conversation with Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan Amir Khan Muttaqi.During the conversation, the ministers reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening bilateral cooperation, emphasizing the importance of engagement in trade, logistics, education, and regional security.Special attention was given to the development of transport infrastructure, including the Trans-Afghan Railway project, seen as a key initiative aimed at enhancing regional trade.Kazakhstan confirmed its readiness to support humanitarian programs focused on improving food security, ensuring access to medical services and education in Afghanistan.The Afghan side expressed gratitude for the humanitarian assistance provided and highly appreciated Kazakhstan’s contribution to international efforts in country’s recovery, and fully supported the establishment of the UN Regional Center on Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan in Almaty.The parties agreed to continue a constructive dialogue and comprehensive cooperation to successfully implement the outlined plans. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/996233?lang=kk

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The annual VIII exhibition of domestic manufacturers «Ulttyq ónim» starts tomorrow in Astana, which will be held from May 16 to 18 at the EXPO International Exhibition Center. 350 manufacturers from all regions of Kazakhstan will present their products. Residents and guests of the capital will be able to get acquainted with a wide range and buy goods produced in Kazakhstan, with the support of the Government, through the programs of the «Damu» Fund.A variety of products will be presented at the exhibition, ranging from the food, light and chemical industries, to mechanical engineering products, equipment and jewelry. Among them are such brands as: «Gormolzavod», national sweets «Aq Dam», Galamilk, clothing and equipment for outdoor activities and tourism Altay Outwear, jewelry of «Balausa Jewelry», battery manufacturer «Kainar AKB» LLP, manufacturer of the first irrigation machine fully developed and assembled in Kazakhstan under the brand «Su bereke», the leader in the development and production of disinfectants, cosmetics and detergents «Aurora», the factory for the production of household appliances «Almaty Turmystyq Tehnika Zavody» LLP and many others.Additionally, panel sessions on the development of domestic entrepreneurship will be held within the framework of «Ulttyq ónim». Leading Kazakhstani and international speakers will take part in them. The participants will discuss current trends, challenges and business opportunities in Kazakhstan.The exhibition will also feature an independent tasting competition «Halyk Tandauy», a display of collections of women's and men's clothing from leading Kazakhstani manufacturers, master classes from entrepreneurs, daily raffles for gifts from exhibition participants and a concert program.It is worth noting that the exhibition will demonstrate only a small part of the successful implementation of the state policy in the field of supporting entrepreneurs. Only in 2024 through the instruments of «Damu» Fund 29,5 thousand projects for a total amount of credits of 1,7 trillion tenge are covered by state support. For this purpose, 590 billion tenge was allocated. As a result, 25.4 trillion tenge worth of products were produced, 1,7 trillion tenge of taxes were paid, and 9,7 thousand jobs were created. In total, 225,3 thousand projects were covered by state support through «Damu» Fund instruments for a total of 14.1 trillion tenge in loans. Thanks to this, more than 220 thousand new jobs were created and more than 1,2 million jobs were saved, products worth about 130 trillion tenge were produced, and 9,0 trillion tenge of taxes were collected.The holding of «Ulttyq ónim» has become a good tradition that promotes the popularization and promotion of domestic goods and services. Interest in the exhibition is growing every year: in 2022, the number of visitors amounted to more than 20 thousand people, in 2023 - 22 thousand. Sales volumes are also increasing: from 70 million tenge in 2022 to 74,1 million tenge in 2023.Admission to the exhibition is free. It is only necessary to register on the spot or in advance in an online format on the «Ulttyq ónim» website. The link to the registration.We invite residents and guests of the capital to visit the «Ulttyq ónim» exhibition and support domestic manufacturers!Location: EXPO International Exhibition Center (53/1 Mangilik El Ave.)Grand opening: May 16 at 09:00 a.m.Exhibition opening hours: May 16-18, 2025 08:00-18:00Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/995792?lang=kk

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By a decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Shaimardanov Zhandos Nurlanovich was appointed to the post of Vice Minister of National Economy. This is reported by the Government's press service.Born in 1987 in the East Kazakhstan region. He graduated from York University (UK), IE University (Spain).He started his career in 2009 at the Ministry of Economy and Planning of the Republic of Kazakhstan as a chief expert.2010-2013 – Manager of NWF «Samruk-Kazyna» JSC. 2013-2014 – Chief Expert of the Department of state commitment management policy and financial sector development of the Ministry of Economy and Budget Planning of the Republic of Kazakhstan.2014-2016 – Director of the Strategic Planning and Analysis Department of the Ministry of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan.2016-2019 – Director of the Department, Managing Director of NMH «Baiterek» JSC.2019-2020 – Chairman of the Management Board of JSC «QazTech Ventures».2020-2022 – Director of the Monetary Policy Department of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan.2022-2023 – Head of the Bureau of National Statistics of the Agency for Strategic Planning and Reforms of the Republic of Kazakhstan.2023-2025 – Chairman of the Agency for Strategic Planning and Reforms of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/995732?lang=kk

Astana, May 14, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko held a meeting with the OSCE Coordinator of Economic and Environmental Activities (OCEEA), Bakyt Dzhusupov, during his visit to Kazakhstan.The Deputy Minister emphasized the importance of the OSCE’s Second Dimension as a platform for dialogue and confidence-building within the Organization amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. He reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s readiness to continue active cooperation with the OSCE across a wide range of pressing issues.The parties discussed a broad spectrum of collaboration within the OSCE’s economic and environmental dimension, including sustainable development, transport connectivity, environmental protection, the climate agenda, and the fight against corruption and money laundering.Deputy Minister Vassilenko commended the productive cooperation between the OCEEA and Kazakh government bodies, particularly with the Asset Recovery Committee of the General Prosecutor’s Office. Coordinator Dzhusupov highlighted Kazakhstan’s accumulated experience in this area, and the reinvestment of funds recovered by the state in social infrastructure, which is of serious interest to other OSCE participating states.The Deputy Minister expressed Kazakhstan’s interest in further engaging with OSCE initiatives, including the extrabudgetary project on the development of “green” ports in the Caspian region. It was particularly noted that, thanks to this initiative, Kazakhstan’s seaports of Aktau and Kuryk were granted EcoPort status by the European Sea Ports Organization (ESPO), which brings advantages in attracting investment in the development of their infrastructure.The importance of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR, or “Middle Corridor”) was underlined, with freight volumes along the route increasing by 62% in 2024, reaching 4.5 million tons. Vassilenko stated that Kazakhstan is actively investing in expanding the capacity of its Caspian ports of Aktau and Kuryk, with the goal of increasing transit traffic via the Middle Corridor to 10 million tons by 2027.The Kazakh side also confirmed its interest in the implementation of a new OSCE project on promoting cross-border connectivity in Central Asia and North Caucasus, which will further strengthen Kazakhstan’s role as a key transit hub in global trade routes.Climate change and environmental issues were given particular attention during the meeting. The Kazakh diplomat reiterated the country’s commitment to its international obligations, including the 2021 Stockholm Ministerial Council Decision on strengthening OSCE cooperation in addressing climate-related challenges.Support was also expressed for the climate agenda of Finland’s OSCE Chairpersonship, which is reflected in Kazakhstan’s high level participation in the upcoming International Conference on Climate and Security, to be held in Finland this June.The sides also discussed preparations for the upcoming Regional Climate Summit, scheduled to be hosted by Kazakhstan in 2026 under the auspices of the United Nations. Dzhusupov emphasized the importance of this issue for the OSCE and expressed the Organization’s readiness to actively contribute to the Summit.The meeting also covered water resource issues, including the situation in the Aral Sea basin and the ecological threats facing the Caspian Sea. The importance of international cooperation in preserving the region’s largest water bodies was underscored.The officials paid special attention to early warning and response mechanisms for natural disasters, particularly, earthquakes, and the importance of further collaboration with the Emergency Situations and Disaster Risk Reduction Centre based in Almaty.In conclusion, Dzhusupov thanked Kazakhstan for its continued support of his Office and expressed readiness to further deepen cooperation with the Kazakh side. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/995712?lang=kk