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On May 26-27, 2025, energy ministers from Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, and Uzbekistan gathered in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, for the Second Ministerial Roundtable on the Kambarata-1 Hydropower Plant (HPP) Project, a key regional initiative aimed at enhancing energy security and improving the use of water resources in Central Asia. The event was held with support from the World Bank.The meeting brought together Yerlan Akkenjenov, Minister of Energy of Kazakhstan; Taalaibek Ibraev, Minister of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic; and Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov, Minister of Energy of Uzbekistan, along with senior officials from the respective ministries of finance and ministries of water resources. The meeting participants discussed the next steps in advancing the 1,860-megawatt Kambarata-1 HPP on the Naryn River in the Kyrgyz Republic, which is jointly implemented by the governments of the three countries.At the request of the three governments, the World Bank has been supporting their efforts to advance the Kambarata-1 HPP Project by providing technical assistance for activities such as updating the project’s feasibility study, preparing environmental and social assessments, and helping to develop a sustainable financing plan and commercial framework.The Roundtable was also attended by senior World Bank officials, including Tatiana Proskuryakova, Director for Central Asia; Carolina Sanchez-Paramo, Director of Strategy and Operations in Europe and Central Asia (ECA); Charles Joseph Cormier, Regional Director for Infrastructure in the ECA region; and Stephanie Gil, Energy Practice Manager in the ECA region.Tatiana Proskuryakova, the World Bank’s Director for Central Asia, said: “The World Bank welcomes the new and unprecedented level of cooperation among Central Asian countries to strengthen regional energy and water security. Together with other international development partners, we are pleased to support the efforts of the governments of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, and Uzbekistan in developing the Kambarata-1 HPP, which will bring lasting benefits to the region’s economies and its people.”The energy ministers reaffirmed their governments' strong political support for the project, which is viewed in their countries as a catalyst for advancing regional energy security and cooperation in Central Asia.The parties discussed the progress made on preparing the Kambarata-1 HPP since the First Ministerial Roundtable, held in Tashkent in January 2025, as well as key elements of project preparation, including the updated feasibility study and documents assessing the project’s environmental and social impacts. The discussions also covered the project’s updated cost estimates, grid reinforcement needs, financing requirements, and potential funding sources, including support from international development partners. The parties also addressed the water and energy aspects of the project, sharing perspectives on key principles for collaboration in these areas.Yerlan Akkenjenov, the Minister of Energy of Kazakhstan, noted: “The progress made on the Kambarata-1 HPP project is the result of close and productive cooperation among our three countries. Kazakhstan remains firmly committed to this initiative and will continue active collaboration with partners to achieve our shared goals in the region’s energy development.”Taalaibek Ibraev, the Minister of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic, emphasized: “The Kambarata-1 HPP is the cornerstone of the national energy development strategy of the Kyrgyz Republic and a vital project for the future of Central Asia. We are proud to implement it in close partnership with Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, guided by a shared vision of sustainable water use and regional energy security. Through joint efforts, we are confidently moving toward the start of project implementation in 2025.”Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov, the Minister of Energy of Uzbekistan, said: “Together with our regional partners, we note with satisfaction the significant progress made since the first Ministerial Roundtable in Tashkent. I am confident that through the coordinated efforts of our countries and the support of international financial institutions, we will be able to implement this project in full compliance with international technical, environmental, and social standards.”The trilateral meeting concluded with agreements on key actions and timelines required to advance the project preparation, alongside a shared commitment to continued regional collaboration and regular ministerial dialogue to accelerate progress.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/energo/press/news/details/1005490?lang=kk

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Renowned powerlifters from the Agadir village in the Shet district, Daribai Ospanov and Karaman Abdulkarim, won the World Championship again. The championship was held in Drammen, Norway. More than 1,400 athletes from 54 countries competed for the title of the strongest.Daribai Ospanov announced his goal to win the World Cup several times two years ago. Then, on behalf of the Head of State, Akim of the region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev presented a letter of thanks to the champion aksakal. The Department of Physical Culture and Sports has rewarded the current athlete and coach with a certificate for sports equipment.At the World Championships in Drammen, Daribai Ospanov competed in the 93 kg weight category in the 70+ age group. He took the third place in the classic barbell press, and the first in the equipped one. With this victory, the 76-year-old aksakal became a five-time world champion.His son Karaman Abdulkarim squeezed 190 kg in the first form, 245 kg in the second. He was the best in both exercises and became a seven-time world champion.Daribai Ospanov is a master of sports of international class, Honored coach of the Republic of Kazakhstan. He does not intend to stop there. A year ago, after winning the world championship in the American city of Austin, Aksakal said he wanted to break the Dane's record. "He competed at the age of 94, and I'm going to compete at the age of 95," Daribai Ospanov shared at the celebration at the Department of Physical Culture and Sports.According to the press service of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the Karaganda regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1005439?lang=kk

Astana, May 27, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held a meeting with Member of the Parliament of the Republic of Finland, head of the Parliamentary Friendship Group with Kazakhstan Ville Skinnari.The conversation focused on a broad range of bilateral issues, including contacts at the highest and high level, facilitating the development of inter-parliamentary diplomacy, strengthening trade and investment partnership.To this end, the parties noted the importance of the Kazakh-Finnish Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation that serves as an effective institutional platform for the promotion of dialogue and collaboration between Kazakh and Suomi’s officials and businessmen.Interlocutors exchanged views on the relevant topics on the regional and international agenda, considering Finland’s chairpersonship in the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe this year, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act and the 15th anniversary of the Astana Declaration of the 2010 OSCE Summit. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1005450?lang=kk

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Astana, May 26, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held a meeting with Secretary General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Nurlan Yermekbayev.During the conversation, Minister Nurtleu congratulated Yermekbayev on assuming the position of SCO Secretary General and assured of Kazakhstan’s unchanged and active position in supporting multidisciplinary cooperation within the Organization.The parties reviewed the current activities of the Shanghai Organization and preparations for the high-level events planned for this year, including preparations for the summit of heads of state in China.Special attention was paid to further implementation of the agreements reached at the meeting of the SCO Heads of State Council in Astana in July 2024. In particular, specific measures were discussed to improve SCO activities and reveal the potential the Organization.In turn, Secretary General Yermekbayev, emphasizing the active role of Kazakhstan in the activities of the Organization, informed about the priority areas of work for the coming period.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1004774?lang=kk

An off-site meeting of the Committee on Ecology and Nature Management of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan was held in Kostanay region. The event was attended by the Chairman of the Committee Edil Terekbaiuly Zhanbyrshin, Vice Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources Nurken Sharbiyev, Vice Minister of Emergency Situations Ramil Kamalov, as well as representatives of scientific institutes, environmental organizations and central government agencies.The main topic of discussion was the development of a system for the protection, conservation and restoration of the region's forest fund, as well as the improvement of the regulatory framework in this area.In his speech, Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov emphasized that the forest fire in Auliekol district in 2022, which covered about 40 thousand hectares, became a serious challenge and showed the need for systemic solutions.On the instructions of the Head of State, large-scale work is being carried out in the region to strengthen forestry:•the number of workers in the forestry industry has increased by 1.5 times (up to 1,230 people - according to forest management standards);•annual funding for the industry has increased from 1.5 to 7 billion tenge;•4.4 billion tenge (43% of all costs in the country) have been allocated to strengthen the material and technical base over two years;•the fleet of forest fire-fighting equipment has been replenished with 27 fire trucks, 59 tractors and 39 patrol cars;•in 2025, it is planned to purchase another 26 fire trucks, 28 tractors and 36 small forest fire complexes for 3.5 billion tenge.In addition, the region has revised the work schedule of forest fire stations - they have been transferred to a year-round mode, interaction with emergency services has been established, work continues on growing planting material, clearing burnt areas, and planting new forest crops.During the meeting, legislative proposals were also announced. In particular:• amend the Forest and Land Codes of the Republic of Kazakhstan to establish a mandatory 20-meter protection zone between the forest fund and agricultural land;• increase liability for burning residues in fields, leading to steppe and forest fires;• study the possibility of converting private houses in remote villages into forest fire stations - as a cost-effective alternative to new construction;• update forest management data after the 2022 fire, especially in the Semiozerny and Basamansky forestries.The Akim of the region noted that the participation of central government bodies is necessary to resolve the issues identified. Following the results of the off-site meeting, a number of proposals were developed aimed at improving fire-fighting infrastructure and sustainable development of the forestry industry."We are open to dialogue and ready to work together. The forest is not only a natural resource, it is our common heritage, which we are obliged to preserve for future generations," Kumar Aksakalov emphasized.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1004296?lang=kk

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Vienna, May 21, 2025 – A side event dedicated to the return, rehabilitation, and reintegration of citizens from armed conflict zones was organized during the 34th session of the UN Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice (CCPCJ).The event, organized by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) with the support of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, highlighted the practical experiences of Central Asian countries in conducting humanitarian repatriation operations and implementing comprehensive reintegration programs.Ambassador-at-Large of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Stanislav Vasilenko, opened the event with welcoming remarks. He stressed the importance of international cooperation and the exchange of best practices in addressing the complex challenges of reintegrating citizens returning from conflict zones.Yernar Mausimbekov, a representative of the Kazakhstani Public Fund “Informational Advocacy and Rehabilitation Center “AQNIET”, spoke about specific measures for working with returned citizens, also sharing in detail the results of practical research conducted among repatriates.A special feature of the event was the testimony of a Kazakhstani repatriate who returned to Kazakhstan during one of the phases of the humanitarian operation “Jusan”. She recounted her experience living in the conflict zone, her return journey, and the comprehensive support she received from the state, which enabled her successful rehabilitation and reintegration into society.The event generated significant interest among attendees, who underscored the importance of such initiatives in promoting sustainable peace and security.Kazakhstan’s experience was also presented at the discussions took place with Elena Kupchina, OSCE Coordinator for Countering Transnational Threats, as well as during meetings at the Austrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs with representatives from diplomatic and law enforcement institutions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1004312?lang=kk

At the Asian Boxing Championships, Karaganda athletes won four gold, two silver and one bronze medals. Competitions under the auspices of the Asian Boxing Confederation and the International Boxing Association were held in Sri Lanka, in the city of Colombo.Athletes from 23 countries took part in them. A total of 50 sets of medals were awarded: 26 among boys and 24 among girls.The participants competed in two age categories: U22 – from 18 to 22 years old and U19 – under 18 years old.Zhasurbek Anarbayev from Karaganda won the gold medal in the U22 category.Silver in this age category was awarded to our countrymen Gulnar Turapbay and Tomiris Myrzagul.In the U19 age category, Karaganda residents won three gold medals. They went to Alina Kudaigenova,Nygmet Nygman and Rasul Asankhanov.Nursultan Kystaubai took the bronze medal in this category.– Our athletes are showing very good results this year. This championship is no exception. Everyone who went returned with medals. The successes of our fighters are also celebrated at the national level," says Aigul Baymanova, Chief Personnel and General Affairs Manager of the Karaganda Regional Boxing Federation.Ahead of the Karaganda boxers are international starts and the World Adult Championship, which will be held in Astana in early July.In total, the Kazakh national team won forty-one gold, four silver and one bronze medals at the Asian Championships. Kazakhstani boxers took first place in the overall medal standings, both among U22 and juniors.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1004337?lang=kk

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