The labor market in Shymkent is growing. Today, a large-scale job fair "Labor is the Key to Life" was organized at the city's Exhibition Center. Thousands of residents attended the event and got acquainted with the job opportunities offered by representatives of large enterprises and small businesses in the region.

More than 100 employers participated in the fair, offering about 2,000 job vacancies in manufacturing, services, education, healthcare, construction, and other areas. During the event, residents were provided with detailed information about labor requirements, salaries, social packages, and career growth opportunities.

Akim of Shymkent Gabit Syzdykbekov toured the fair and exchanged views with employers. The akim got acquainted with the proposed vacancies and noted the importance of occupational safety, protection of employees' rights, and timely payment of wages and social benefits. According to him, such fairs are an important tool for the regional economy, as they contribute to reducing unemployment and adapting the population to the labor market.

An important part of the fair was the consultation platform of the Labor Mobility Center. The center's specialists presented more than 1,500 vacancies from 227 organizations and offered participants advice on career guidance, labor market trends, and popular specialties.
In addition, job seekers received practical skills in using the Enbek.kz electronic labor exchange. Specialists showed them how to fill out an online resume, establish direct contact with an employer, and effectively filter vacancies.

Large enterprises of the economy of Shymkent and the region actively participated in the fair. "Nazar Tekstil", "Bal Tekstil", "Altyn-Dan", "Marvik Partners", "Wan Sheng Ceramic", "Karlskrona", "Altyn Land", "Firkan", "OKS Group", "Rixos Khadisha Shymkent" and other leading companies and organizations offered open jobs to residents. A number of citizens passed interviews there and were invited to the first selection.

The event also featured products from entrepreneurs who received a non-refundable grant from the state and started their own businesses. This section aroused great interest among visitors. New business owners shared their experiences, demonstrated the concrete results of state support, and motivated citizens planning to start their own businesses.

The "Labor is the Key to Life" fair not only demonstrated the opportunities in the labor market of Shymkent, but also strengthened the relationship between job seekers and employers. According to the organizers, events of this format will be held regularly in the future and will become one of the most effective tools for employment in the region.