Astana, June 4, 2025 – The second round of consultations between the ministries of foreign affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Hellenic Republic was held today in the Kazakh capital. The Kazakh delegation was led by Daniyar Seidaliyev, Director of the European Department of Foreign Ministry, the Greek delegation was headed by Dimitrios Michalopoulos, Director of the A5 Department of the Foreign Ministry.The parties discussed the current state and prospects of bilateral cooperation between Astana and Athens, confirming their mutual interest in further strengthening political dialogue.Special attention was paid to inter-parliamentary cooperation and the enhancement of the bilateral legal framework. The positive role of the diasporas in expanding humanitarian ties between the two countries was highlighted.A wide exchange of views took place on issues of trade, economic and investment cooperation, including in the promising areas such as energy, transport, logistics, ICT, finance, agriculture, and climate change.The sides also exchanged views on the current international and regional agenda, including cooperation within the framework of the European Union, the United Nations, and the OSCE.Following the consultations, the parties agreed to continue joint efforts aimed at deepening the constructive partnership between Kazakhstan and Greece.Additionally, during the visit to the MFA, the Greek delegation was received by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko, who warmly welcomed the Greek partners and reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s commitment to an active dialogue across the full spectrum of bilateral issues.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1012591?lang=kk

New Delhi, June 5, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Murat Nurtleu, arrived in the Republic of India on an official visit at the invitation of the Indian side.During the visit, he met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of India, Subramanyam Jaishankar. The parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of the Kazakh-Indian strategic partnership. Particular attention was paid to strengthening trade and economic ties and creating favorable conditions for the business communities of both countries.The Kazakh Foreign Minister emphasized that last year the trade turnover between the two countries amounted to about 1 billion US dollars, and the total volume of investments from India to Kazakhstan over the past 20 years exceeded 450 million US dollars.In this regard, Minister Nurtleu proposed intensifying business contacts to expand economic cooperation and further increase the volume of mutual trade. He also invited leading Indian companies to implement joint investment projects in industry, energy, transport, and logistics.The importance of the participation of business circles from both countries in developing business ties was highlighted. Currently, more than 600 Indian companies operate in Kazakhstan in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, mining, and food production.“India is a reliable political, trade, and economic partner of Kazakhstan in South Asia, and our ties are developing steadily in a constructive direction,” Minister Nurtleu emphasized.The heads of the foreign ministries also “compared the notes” on topical issues of the regional and global agenda, confirming their readiness for further cooperation within the frameworks of the UN, CICA, and SCO.The Kazakh side stressed the importance of further promoting the “Central Asia + India” Dialogue as an important platform for discussing key issues of regional cooperation.The Kazakh Foreign Minister also expressed gratitude to the Indian side for supporting and co-sponsoring the UN Security Council resolution on the establishment of the UN Regional Center on Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan.Following the meeting, the Plan of Cooperation between the Foreign Ministries of Kazakhstan and India for 2025-2027 was signed, outlining promising areas for further collaboration.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1012708?lang=kk

A modern dairy farm for 6,000 heads will appear in the Karaganda region, it is being built by Eurasia Invest in the Rodnikovsky rural district of the Osakarov district. This is one of the largest investment projects in the country in the field of dairy farming worth more than 30 billion tenge. The farm's capacity is 9,000 tons of milk per year. Its commissioning will provide 180 new jobs.Akim of the region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev got acquainted with the progress of the project during a working trip to Osakarov district.Together with the head of the company, he laid a memorial stone in honor of the foundation of the future largest facility.Ivan Georgiadi, the founder of Eurasia Invest LTD LLP, said that the project will be implemented in stages, the first stage is planned to be launched this year. The first batch of Holstein-Frisian cows has already been purchased.– The project is unique in that one complex will house 1,200 heads at the first stage, and then twice as many. The feed base will be our own. Almost a thousand hectares of corn have already been planted this season, as well as alfalfa," says Ivan Georgiadi. – In agriculture, we are the third move. The first one was an introductory one. We have purchased the equipment, it is the most modern. In the second year, we started working on irrigation – we supported the Message of the Head of State – and we see the result. 2024 was a turning point, as we planned the implementation of major projects for ourselves. They came out with an application for preferential loans. They supported us. I would like to express my gratitude to the leadership of the country and the region for their support.The company will increase the area of irrigated land to 10 thousand hectares. The project provides for the installation of 120 sprinklers. This will increase the yield. In addition, a vegetable storage facility for 12 thousand tons will be built.– This is a very necessary and important project, – said Ermaganbet Bulekpayev. – We recently opened a dairy farm with 1,200 heads in the Nura district. Taking into account the new initiatives, we will almost completely eliminate the need for domestic raw materials from our dairies. We will reduce import dependence. This is the main task that the President has set for us – to avoid imports and develop our own production.This year, in the Osakarov district, the acreage was increased to 450 thousand hectares – 34.5 thousand hectares more than last year.The output of livestock products is also growing. The number of cattle, sheep, goats, and horses has increased. The issue of the shortage of pasture lands is being resolved. The Zhailau project, which has already been implemented in the rural districts of Karagaily, Saryozek, Ozerny, Akbulak, Shiderty and in the Molodezhny village, helped in this. The Yesil rural district will be added this year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1012442?lang=kk

Akim of Atyrau region Serik Shapkenov held a meeting with representatives of investors — the head of Serbi Technologies Yosef Bokris and the general director of Atyrau-Bitum LLP Kaiнrbek Oldagaliyev.During the negotiations, the parties discussed the prospects for creating a joint venture between Serbi Technologies and Atyrau-Bitum for the purpose of building a new bitumen plant in the region. The project is aimed at partially covering the need for bitumen used in the implementation of road construction projects.Launching our own production will significantly reduce logistics costs, stabilize prices and ensure uninterrupted supply to builders.Bitumen production is planned to be carried out from natural bitumen-containing rocks — kirov, which can be used in road construction without additional processing. This will reduce the cost of production, increase environmental sustainability and reduce dependence on petroleum bitumen.The third stage of the project implementation envisages the production of a wide range of products, including:• Ciro-mineral mixtures for road construction,• Road bitumen and mastic,• Paints and varnishes,• Roll waterproofing materials.The parties also discussed issues of further cooperation, exchanged their vision for the implementation of the project and expressed their readiness for active joint work. The implementation of the initiative will give an additional impetus to the development of the construction industry in the region, diversification of production and the creation of new jobs.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/atyrau/press/news/details/1012494?lang=kk

For the first time in the history of domestic engineering, bus bodywork will be made using Kazakh metal certified according to international quality standards. The Qarmet Metallurgical Plant has started supplying 08KP galvanized steel for the new stamping production of body parts at the QazTehna plant located in Sarani.This was reported by the Qarmet press service.It is noted that QazTehna, as part of the investment program, is implementing a project to create the first specialized stamping body in Kazakhstan with an area of more than 10,000 square meters. m. The production will be equipped with a unique hydraulic press designed for the manufacture of complex body components. The project cost is more than 20 billion tenge, financing is carried out at the expense of QazTehna's own funds with the support of the Industrial Development Fund. Commissioning is scheduled for August 2025.At the first stage, it is planned to produce body parts for Yutong city, tourist and school buses, and later for HOWO commercial vehicles."Entering the mechanical engineering segment is a strategically important step for Qarmet. We confirm that Kazakhstan's metallurgy, taking into account major investment projects, is able to fulfill all the tasks of supporting domestic production and creating added value within the country," the Qarmet press service commented.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1012518?lang=kk

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A meeting on the topic "Taza Kazakstan: Faith. Unity. Purity" was held in Atyrau, dedicated to the formation of environmental culture. The event was attended by the head of the Department of Natural Resources and Nature Management of the region Nurlan Zhantokov, representatives of various faiths, deputies of the regional and city maslikhats, members of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan, environmentalists and heads of non-governmental organizations, the Regional Communications Service reports.At the event, aimed at uniting spiritual purity and environmental culture, Nurlan Zhantokov spoke about the work done in the region and covered in detail the projects implemented within the framework of the "Taza Kazakstan" concept. According to him, this initiative has become a common task not only at the local level, but also on the scale of the republic.“Since last year, the country has been holding the environmental campaign “Taza Kazakstan”, within the framework of which many events have been held. Systematic work is also being carried out in the Atyrau region. The concept of “Taza Kazakhstan” has been developed, cleaning campaigns, clean-up days and environmental educational projects are being held. This is not just maintaining cleanliness, but awakening in each citizen the responsibility for protecting the nature of their homeland,” Nurlan Zhantokov noted.During the meeting, the chief imam of the Imangali mosque Bolatbek Abuov, the priest of the Assumption Cathedral Aleksandr Yermakov and the representative of the Apostolic Administration of the Roman Catholic Church Stefan Belko made reports in which they talked about the spiritual foundations of religion, calling for the protection of nature, preserving cleanliness, maintaining peace and unity. They especially emphasized that environmental protection is the faithful fulfillment of the divine covenant.“Faith is trust in the heart of a person. It is associated with purity, honesty and justice. Protecting nature is the business of a believer,” Bolatbek Abuov said.The chief expert of the organizational department of the internal policy department of the Atyrau region on public accord issues Muratbek Sattigull noted the active participation of the Assembly's youth in environmental projects. According to him, the new generation is a leader shaping the country's environmental consciousness.At the end of the meeting, a signing ceremony of a memorandum of cooperation between the Akimat of the Atyrau region and religious figures within the framework of the environmental program "Taza Kazakstan" took place. This document became an important step symbolizing the joint responsibility of religion and government agencies in the field of environmental protection.#TazaKazakstan #sustainabledevelopment #cleancountry #ecology #TazaChallenge @TazaQazaqstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/atyrau/press/news/details/1012218?lang=kk

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Today, Kazakhstan celebrates the Day of State Symbols — a special date reflecting the spirit of Independence and national unity. On this day, a solemn ceremony of raising the State Flag with the participation of North Kazakhstan residents was held in the regional center with the participation of the Akim of the North Kazakhstan region Gauez Nurmukhambetov, and awards were presented to residents who made a significant contribution to the development of the country and the region.The Flag, Coat of Arms and Anthem are not just attributes. They are symbols of freedom, patriotism, respect for history, native language, culture and traditions. Honoring state symbols is an expression of love for the Motherland and our civic duty."With all my heart, I wish you peace, happiness, prosperity and new achievements for the benefit of prosperous Kazakhstan. Let our Flag always proudly flutter over a free and strong state! Happy holiday!", the head of the region noted.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sko/press/news/details/1012346?lang=kk

On June 4, a ceremonial event dedicated to the Day of State Symbols of the Republic of Kazakhstan was held on the square in front of the Akimat building of the Kostanay region.The holiday brought together representatives of regional structures, young people, military personnel, activists, schoolchildren and students. The main part of the ceremony was the ceremonial raising of the State Flag of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the performance of the Anthem.Akim of the Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov congratulated those gathered on the important date and emphasized the special role of state symbols in strengthening the national spirit and civil unity.“State symbols are not just attributes of independence. They are our pride, our unity, our history and future. The Anthem, Flag and Coat of Arms unite millions of Kazakhstanis, wherever they are. Through them, the whole world sees our peace-loving, strong and open country,” the head of the region noted.He also emphasized that the Kostanay region makes a significant contribution to the development of the country. This year alone, large-scale investment projects are being implemented in the region, thousands of jobs are being created, housing is being actively built, and key sectors of the economy are growing.During the event, the best schoolchildren, students, and military personnel were awarded letters of gratitude for their active participation in patriotic events and educational projects. There was also a performance by creative groups, songs about the Motherland, and a show of youth flash mobs.At the end of the holiday, the participants once again performed the national anthem, carried flags in their hands, and expressed their readiness to continue to carry the values ​​of independence, unity, and patriotism.The Day of State Symbols is not only a holiday, but also a reminder to every citizen of their personal responsibility for the future of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1011863?lang=kk

In the village of Poludino, Magzhan Zhumabayev district, the dairy complex of Poludinskoye LLP, launched in 2021, is actively developing. This large-scale project, designed for 400 heads of cattle, was implemented thanks to 3 billion tenge of the farm's own investments.To create a highly productive herd, 337 heads of Simmental and Holstein-Friesian breeding stock were imported from Europe. As part of the project, two cowsheds, a milking parlor, a maternity block, a room for young animals were built, and modern milking equipment "Carousel" for 40 heads manufactured by "De Laval" was installed.The farm continues to develop: in order to increase the breeding stock to 1000 heads, three more cowsheds are planned to be built in the near future. Currently, one of them is already under construction — for 300 heads. The construction of two silo pits has also been completed, which will ensure reliable forage storage. The implementation of the project has already created 10 permanent jobs, making a significant contribution to the development of the district's economy. The expansion of the complex promises new employment opportunities and further strengthening of the region's agro-industrial sector.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sko/press/news/details/1011869?lang=kk

A new Children's Art Center for 1,300 children has opened in the city of Tobyl in the Kostanay district. The event was attended by the Akim of the Kostanay region, Kumar Aksakalov.As the head of the region emphasized in his speech, the development of human capital and the development of the potential of young people is a priority task outlined by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich Tokayev. The state consistently creates conditions that allow children and adolescents to realize their abilities in creativity, science, sports and public life.1.5 billion tenge from the state budget were allocated for the construction of the Center for Additional Education "Balalar Alemi". The new facility is equipped with modern equipment and meets all safety and accessibility requirements.The Children's Art Center and the Children's Music School are united under one roof. Within the framework of the House of Creativity, there are about 50 clubs: debate clubs in different languages, acting, ecology, local history, choreography, as well as clubs for national sports - togyzkumalak, asyk atu and traditional games. There is a modern technology park with areas of robotics, Lego construction, photo and video studios, a STEAM laboratory and a hydroponics room.At the music school, more than 250 students receive education in 12 areas. Over the past year alone, the school's material and technical base was updated for the amount of 107 million tenge: new musical instruments and digital equipment were purchased. The dombra is especially popular among students - this year 86 children are studying this instrument. Interest in other national instruments - kobyz and zhetigen - is also growing.Over the past three years, students of the institution have become laureates and diploma winners of more than 200 regional, national and international competitions. Recent victories include the Grand Prix of the international competition "Bala Shabyty" won by Dilnaz Alembaeva, and first place in the Latif Khamidi competition won by Batyr Karzhaspayev.- In November last year, at the opening of the SMART center "IQostanay", I noted the importance of creating such modern institutions in each district of the region. Today we see how these plans are being implemented. I am convinced that it is in such centers that new stars of Kazakhstan will be lit, - emphasized Kumar Aksakalov.By the end of the year, a new House of Creativity for 100 people is also planned to open in the Zhangeldinsky district.Creating conditions for the comprehensive development of the younger generation remains among the main priorities of the regional policy of the Kostanay region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1011875?lang=kk

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A mega-farm for 8 thousand heads will appear in our region. It will be implemented by Peasant Partnership "Zenchenko i K", investing 9 billion tenge in the project. After launch, this dairy complex will become the largest in the country and Central Asia. It is expected that the annual production volume will be 26 thousand tons of milk. The development of dairy farming in the region continues at a high pace: this year, 11 new farms are planned to be built, and last year 17 dairy complexes were successfully launched. During a trip to the Kyzylzhar district, the Akim of the region Gauez Nurmukhambetov got acquainted with the progress of the construction of the complex.He also visited the field of Peasant Partnership "Zenchenko i K" and a multifunctional children's and sports ground built with the support of Gennady Zenchenko. The head of the region also inspected the hayfield on the alfalfa field of the Servis Zhars LLP, equipped with modern sprinkler systems. The farm plans to build a plant for processing alfalfa. A meeting with farmers of the region was held here, dedicated to the completion of the sowing campaign.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sko/press/news/details/1011501?lang=kk

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On June 5, Ecologist Day, Kazakhstan, like the rest of the world, pays attention to environmental protection issues. Today, when sustainable development is becoming the basis of state and regional policy, ecology in Kostanay region is designated as one of the strategic priorities. This is not just a fashionable trend, but an urgent need dictated by the challenges of the time and responsibility to future generations.Environmental agenda of Kostanay regionKostanay region is a large agro-industrial region. The development of agriculture, mining and transport requires careful treatment of natural resources. In recent years, the region has been taking measures aimed at improving the environmental situation: Introduction of automated emission monitoring systems in Kostanay, Rudny, Zhitikara and Lisakovsk; Programs for greening settlements and restoring forests; Increasing the environmental responsibility of industrial enterprises; Support for initiatives for separate waste collection and recycling.For the Ecologist Day, many events and activities are held annually in the Kostanay region aimed at involving residents in environmental protection.The following events were held in the region:- On May 29, 2025, by order of the State Institution "Department of Natural Resources and Nature Management Regulation of the Akimat of the Kostanay Region", the Public Foundation "Ecological Club "Neco" held an eco-hour "Nature without borders - forest, water, cleanliness". During the eco-hour, they discussed a conscious attitude to natural resources: careful attitude to water resources, protection of forests from fire, protection of land from pollution by solid waste.- On May 31, 2025, the region held environmental campaigns "Moldir Bulak" and "Taza Kala". Government agencies, students, volunteers, eco-activists and local residents took part in the event. The total number of participants was 8,200 people, 850 tons of garbage were collected and removed.- On June 2, 2025, together with eco-activists and volunteers, an online challenge "10 eco-habits - the right lifestyle" was launched. During the challenge, a conscious attitude to the environment is promoted through publications on social networks for ten days.- On June 3, 2025, a drawing competition "Taza bolsa tabigat - aman bolar adamzat" was organized in the region among the pupils of the Kostanay Children's Home "Zhanuya". Participants and winners of the competition were presented with memorable gifts and letters of thanks.The following events are planned:- from June 5, 2025, the republican campaign "Public Eco-Control" will begin in the region, within the framework of which government agencies together with the public will conduct eco-monitoring of tourist, historical and cultural sites, as well as on improvement issues, including watering green spaces and spontaneous dumps.On the same day, an eco-marathon will start, which will last until June 10, 2025. During the marathon, events are planned to clean up reservoirs, territories of the state forest fund, local areas and other objects.- On June 5, 2025, an eco-quiz for the population will be held as part of the project "Conducting events on environmental propaganda", a ceremonial event with a ceremony of awarding the best representatives of the industry with departmental awards, certificates of honor and letters of thanks, an environmental campaign "Tugan zher-taza zher!" will be organized in the villages and districts of the region,- On June 9, 2025, the Public Foundation "Ecological Club "Neco"" has planned an interactive event for civil servants "Implementation of the principles of a green office" Common cause - common futureEcology is not only a task for ecologists and environmental services. This is a challenge to the whole society. It is important that every resident of the Kostanay region feels their involvement in the conservation of nature: from the correct disposal of household waste to participation in tree planting.Only by joint efforts can we preserve clean air, fertile lands and water resources, which the Kostanay region is so rich in. And Ecologist Day is not only a professional holiday, but also a reason to think: what trace will we leave behind?Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1011171?lang=kk

During the meeting, the minister reiterated Kazakhistan’s commitment to the historic Declaration of Cooperation (DoC) and readiness to continue joint efforts to ensure a stable oil market.Both parties highly assessed the results of cooperation and consensus outcome of the meeting of the Group of eight countries.Kazakhstan re-affirmed its willingness to further work closely with OPEC and the countries participating in the Declaration of Cooperation, emphasizing its commitment to strengthening stability in the global market in the interests of producers, consumers and the global economy as a whole.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/energo/press/news/details/1011105?lang=kk