A meeting of the commission on anti-corruption issues was held under the chairmanship of Deputy akim of the district Dimash Baidushev. The meeting was attended by representatives of law enforcement agencies, heads of state institutions, members of the commission and all akims of rural districts through the "ZOOM" platform. The following issues were raised on the agenda of the meeting of the commission: The first issue: "on the measures taken by the Department of Culture and language development to combat corruption" (speaker Zhenisbek Toraliyev, acting head of the District Department of culture and language development). The second issue: "on corruption risks in educational organizations, preventive measures against corruption" (the speaker is the head of the District Department of Education Yerkebulan Zhakyp and Deputy Director for educational work of the Syrdarya agricultural and Technical College Iskakova Aisulu). In his speech, Dimash Serikbaevich noted the importance of increasing the integrity and responsibility of specialists working in the fields of culture and education, and stressed the need to strengthen the fight against corruption. He also called for strengthening interaction between state bodies and society in order to prevent corruption. Following the meeting of the commission, the deputy akim of the district gave instructions to the heads and specialists of the relevant industries, and decisions were made to take appropriate measures.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-syrdarya/press/news/details/959782?lang=kk

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   On March 18, 2025, on the "National Dress Day", employees of the Justice Department of Kostanay region were present in national clothes, honoring the history of the Kazakh people.   March 18 is National Dress Day. On this day, every Kazakhstani has the opportunity to express their individuality through clothing, as well as to support the unity and cultural diversity of Kazakhstan. There are contests and festivals of designers of national clothes, presentations of new collections. Press ServiceDepartment of JusticeKostanay region Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet-kst/press/news/details/959746?lang=kk

The enterprise operates in the field of water supply and sanitation of the population and economic entities in the field of life support of settlements, in the field of maintenance of state highways, in the field of education and the use of municipal waste, waste landfills.Functional responsibilities: general management of production, economic, financial and economic activities of the enterprise; organization of relationships between all structural divisions, services, departments; determination of prospects, strategy and priorities of technical, economic and social development of the enterprise; creation of conditions for the introduction of new equipment and technology, progressive forms of management and labor organization; organization of the enterprise's work determines the prospects, strategy and priorities of technical, economic and social development; ensures the fulfillment by the enterprise of obligations to consumers of services, suppliers, customers and creditors, including the bank, as well as the fulfillment of indicators of economic and labor contracts (agreements), indicative plans and business plans; taking measures to ensure healthy and safe working conditions at the enterprise; control over compliance with the law in the activities of all services; control over compliance with the law in the activities of all services; protection of property interests of enterprises in court, arbitration, government agencies; creation and provision of an accounting system and organization of bookkeeping.Qualification requirements: higher professional education in technical, legal or engineering and economics, work experience as a manager in accordance with the industry of the enterprise for at least 5 years.Requirements for competition participants: Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Civil Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan (general and main sections), Labor Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated November 18, 2015 "On Combating Corruption", Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated March 1, 2011 No. 413-IV "On State Property", Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated March 15, 1999 "On State Secrets", knowledge of regulatory legal acts of the Republic of Kazakhstan governing relations in the sphere of activity of a state enterprise.Applicants send the following documents to the HR department of the State Institution "Department of Housing and Public Utilities, Passenger Transport, Highways and Housing Inspection of the Ayagoz District": application for participation in the competition; resume in the state language; autobiography in any form; copies of educational documents; a work record book certified in the established manner (if any) or a work record book or copies of orders on hiring from the last place of work and termination of the employment contract; it is necessary to provide a health certificate in the established form.Documents required for participation in the competition must be submitted within fifteen calendar days from the date of publication of the announcement. Venue of the competition - State Institution "Department of Housing and Public Utilities, Passenger Transport, Highways and Housing Inspection of the Ayagoz District".Information at the address: Abay Region, Ayagoz City, Momyshuly Street, 62, phone: 3-22-10, 3-29-70Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay-ayagos/press/news/details/959743?lang=kk

On March 18, a workshop on inclusion was held, organized by the Office of the Advisor to the Mayor of Almaty on inclusion, protection of the rights and improvement of the quality of life of persons with disabilities. During the event, participants discussed topical issues related to creating an accessible environment, improving conditions for people with disabilities, and introducing inclusive practices into work processes. Special attention was paid to raising employee awareness and creating a more open and supportive corporate culture.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty-almaly/press/news/details/959741?lang=kk

Zaki Akhmetov Secondary School No. 16 of Ust-Kamenogorsk city hosted asyk atu and bes asyk contests among 5th to 6th graders as part of the regional round of the National School League.The goal of the contests was to engage students in systematic physical education and sports activities.The asyk atu and bes asyk contests were held in accordance with the rules of the Asyk Atu Federation.According to the results of the competition, the following teams won in the School League:Asyk Atu Contests among boys:I place – I. Aitykov Complex Secondary School-Kindergarten, Ulan district;II place – T. Ryskulov Secondary School, Tarbagatai district;III place –  Novo-Irtysh Secondary School, Glubokoe district.Bes Asyk Contests among girls:I place –  A. Ormanbetov Basic Secondary School, Zaisan district;II place –  T. Ryskulov Secondary School, Tarbagatai district;III place –  School-Center of Additional Education No. 48, Ust-Kamenogorsk city.Our congratulations to the winners and prize-winners on achieving high results! We wish all participants new victories!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-bilim/press/news/details/959719?lang=kk

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During the meeting with the Deputy Chairman of the People's Bank of China, Mr. Lu Lei, the parties exchanged views on the current situation in international financial markets, the development of bilateral financial cooperation, and agreed to collaborate on the issuance of panda bonds in the Chinese market.Mr. Kengbeil and the Vice President of the Export-Import Bank of China, Mr. Wang Kang, discussed the financing and implementation of investment projects in Kazakhstan, including the construction of a water pipeline from the K.I. Satpayev Canal to Astana with Pumping and Filtration Station №4, the development of new metro lines in Almaty, and the modernization of customs infrastructure at border checkpoints.Additionally, the meeting with AIIB's Chief Investment Officer,Mr. Konstantin Limitovskiy, focused on economic cooperation, the signing of a Framework Partnership Agreement, and the development of a new budget support program.Following the meetings, the parties expressed confidence in the successful implementation of joint projects, the further development of partnerships, and the achievement of mutually beneficial goals.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/959674

Astana, March 18, 2025 – Kazakhstan’s capital hosted the first meeting of the Association of Investors of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states.The founding meeting was attended by representatives of government agencies, as well as more than 20 investment agencies and foundations of the SCO member states.The participants of the meeting exchanged views on current and prospective areas of cooperation within the SCO, and discussed opportunities for potential investment projects in key sectors of the economy. Special attention was paid to improving the investment climate and overcoming existing barriers in this area.As a result of the meeting, the Association’s Work Plan was adopted and the Minutes were signed.The Investors Association was established by the decision of the Council of Heads of the SCO Member States at the Astana Summit of the Organization on July 4, 2024, and is a multilateral, consulting and expert platform for the development of the direct and portfolio investment market in the SCO format, attracting them to the priority sectors of the economies of the countries and comprehensive support of investment projects. Source : https://www.gov.kz/api/v1/public/content-manager/news/959825

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Tokyo, March 18, 2025 – During an official visit to Japan, Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held meetings with representatives of business circles of the country.The Minister got acquainted with the implementation of projects of Japanese companies in Kazakhstan in the field of industry, digitalization, decarbonisation, transport and logistics. Japan, which has invested more than 8 billion US dollars in the economy of Kazakhstan, is among the top ten largest investors in our country.He also spoke in detail about the reforms being carried out in the country to create a favorable investment climate, calling on Japanese companies to invest in new sectors of the economy in Kazakhstan.At the meeting with Akira Terakawa, Vice President of Marubeni, they discussed the company’s activities in Kazakhstan, as well as an exchange of views on improving the investment attractiveness of the economy, given the role of the company as a member of the Foreign Investment Council under the President of Kazakhstan and co-chairman of the Kazakhstan-Japan Committee on Economic Cooperation.The discussion with Nobuhiko Murakami, Chairman of the Board of Toyota Tsusho, focused on attracting Japanese capital and innovative technologies through the implementation of joint projects in the field of digital infrastructure development and energy saving. In particular, such promising areas as the implementation of projects in the field of stabilization of electric networks, as well as potential niches for the introduction of digital infrastructure were considered.Amy Komai, Executive Director of Komaihaltec Inc., informed about the company’s projects in Kazakhstan in the field of green energy under the JCM (Joint Crediting Mechanism). Representatives of the company will soon visit Turkestan region to develop and create an autonomous power supply system based on wind turbines.The issues of cargo transportation from Japan to Europe through the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TMTM, Middle Corridor) were discussed in detail with Masahiro Tsutsui, President of Nissin. He expressed high interest in the realization of transport and logistics activities within the Middle Corridor, sharing his opinion on possible solutions to reduce the period of cargo transportation through this route.During the meetings with the business community, willingness to provide the necessary assistance to Japanese business in the implementation of investment activities in Kazakhstan was expressed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/959435

Bucharest, March 17, 2025 – The prospects of establishing a strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and Romania became the key topic on the agenda of the 8th round of political consultations held today in Bucharest. The Kazakh side was represented by Deputy Foreign Minister Roman Vassilenko, while the Romanian side was represented by State Secretary for Strategic Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ana Tinca.In the course of the discussion, the diplomats addressed a broad range of issues, including the deepening of political dialogue, the strengthening of trade and economic ties, and the development of investment cooperation. In addition, they exchanged views on current issues on the global and regional agendas.The Kazakh diplomat emphasized the importance of Romania as a partner of Kazakhstan in South-Eastern Europe and the European Union as a whole. “Today we discussed joint steps to unlock the full potential of Kazakh-Romanian relations with the prospect of bringing them to the level of strategic partnership,” said Vassilenko.It is important to note that particular attention was paid to the qualitative realization of the agreements reached following the negotiations of the presidents of Kazakhstan and Romania on the margins of the UNGA (September 2023), as well as the first official visit of the Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, Murat Nurtleu, to Bucharest (December 2023).The parties involved engaged in discourse on the advancement of interaction within the framework of the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement with the EU, in addition to the EU Strategy for Central Asia.The matter of trade, economic and investment cooperation between the two countries was a salient issue in the discourse, given Romania’s position as the 10th largest global trade partner. “Cooperation between our countries should not be limited only to partnership in the energy sector, there is a significant potential for development in the transportation and logistics sector within the framework of the Global Gateway initiative,” said Deputy Minister Vassilenko.In turn, Tinca emphasized that Romania attaches great importance to its partnership with Kazakhstan, an important political and economic partner of the country in Central Asia. “Bucharest is interested in expanding interaction on key issues on the bilateral and international agenda, including exchange of the highest and high-level visits, regional security, development of trade corridors, as well as expanding cooperation in energy, defense and agriculture,” the Romanian diplomat said.During the meeting with Florin Spătaru, State Counsellor for Economic Affairs at the Romanian Prime Minister’s Office, the sides agreed to continue implementing concrete steps to deepen the transport, logistics and energy cooperation, including projects in the nuclear field.At a meeting held on the same day with the State Secretary of the Romanian Ministry of Energy, Pavel Nițulescu, Deputy Minister Vassilenko noted that Kazakhstan, as one of the world’s leading exporters of oil and gas, considers Bucharest a strategic partner in Europe for the supply of energy carriers and the implementation of joint infrastructure projects aimed at realizing the principles of the “green” economy. Nițulescu emphasised that Romania is interested in long-term cooperation with Kazakhstan, which plays an important role in ensuring the country’s energy security.Prospects for cooperation in the banking and financial sector, as well as securing KazMunayGas International’s interests in tax matters, were important topics of the talks with the State Secretary of the Ministry of Finance of Romania, Raduly Kalman.During talks with Titus Corlățean, Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Romanian Parliament’s Senate, the two sides agreed to intensify interparliamentary dialogue at the level of foreign affairs committees and friendship groups. It was underlined that the legislative bodies of both countries play an important role in developing not only political dialogue but also trade, economic and humanitarian relations. In general, the talks in Bucharest confirmed the high level of bilateral interaction and laid the foundations for the establishment of a strategic partnership which will open up new niches for sustainable economic growth and the strengthening of the international positions of both countries.For reference: Romania is Kazakhstan’s No.1 trade and investment partner in the region of Central and South-Eastern Europe, ranking 5th in Europe and 10th in the world among all trading partners. Trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Romania for 2024 amounted to 2.92 billion US dollars (exports – 2.78 billion, imports – 138 million), which is 1.6% more than in 2023 (2.87 billion dollars). Gross inflow of investments from Romania into the economy of Kazakhstan – 1.57 billion dollars (from 2005 to Q3 2023). There are about 40 companies with Romanian participation in Kazakhstan, and 35 legal entities with Kazakh capital in Romania.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/959193

Tokyo, March 17, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu has arrived in Japan for an official visit.As part of the trip, the Kazakh Foreign Minister met with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. The two sides discussed the current state and future development of the Kazakh-Japanese extended strategic partnership in trade, economic, and cultural-humanitarian areas, as well as cooperation within international organizations.Minister Nurtleu conveyed to the Prime Minister the words of greetings and best wishes from the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. He reaffirmed Astana’s strong commitment to further deepening bilateral ties.“Japan is one of Kazakhstan’s key partners in the Asia-Pacific region. We are committed to expanding trade, economic, and investment collaboration with Tokyo,” said the Kazakh Foreign Minister.In response, Prime Minister Ishiba emphasized Japan’s firm intention to enhance comprehensive cooperation with Kazakhstan.Particular attention was given to advancing cooperation within the "Central Asia + Japan" Dialogue and the preparation for the first summit. The parties also underscored the importance of maintaining regular high-level engagements.At the conclusion of the meeting, the interlocutors expressed their mutual desire to give a new impetus to bilateral cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/958829

Tokyo, March 17, 2025 – As part of his official visit to Japan, Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held a meeting with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan Takeshi Iwaya.The parties discussed key issues of enhancing political dialogue at the highest and high levels, as well as deepening trade, economic, investment, and cultural ties.The ministers emphasized that Kazakhstan and Japan have reached the level of an expanded strategic partnership within a relatively short historical period.“Over the past three decades, we have established a strong political dialogue, built mutually beneficial economic cooperation, and fostered close cultural and humanitarian connections,” noted Nurtleu.Special attention was paid to economic cooperation. Japan ranks among the top ten largest foreign investors in Kazakhstan, with total investments since 1993 amounting to 8 billion US dollars. In 2024, bilateral trade turnover reached nearly 2 billion dollars, while around 60 Japanese companies, including Sumitomo, Marubeni, Toshiba, Mitsui, and others, successfully operate in Kazakhstan.In this regard, the Kazakh side invited Japanese businesses to participate in joint investment projects in the fields of industry, energy, transport, and logistics.The discussion also covered cooperation in the peaceful use of nuclear energy. The parties agreed to collaborate on ensuring nuclear facility safety and training qualified personnel in the nuclear energy sector.The foreign ministers exchanged views on pressing regional and global issues and reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening engagement between their foreign ministries.Minister Nurtleu emphasized the importance of advancing the “Central Asia + Japan” Dialogue as a key platform for discussing priority areas of cooperation.The Kazakh Foreign Minister also expressed gratitude to the Japanese side for its support and co-sponsorship of Kazakhstan’s resolution on establishing a UN Regional Centre for Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan.Additionally, both sides confirmed their mutual desire to boost cultural and humanitarian collaboration. Minister Nurtleu extended his best wishes for the successful hosting of EXPO 2025 in Osaka, highlighting Kazakhstan’s intention to participate actively at a high level.Minister Iwaya reaffirmed Japan’s commitment to deepening cooperation with Kazakhstan, which remains a key strategic partner for Tokyo.Following the meeting, the Action Plan between the Foreign Ministries of Kazakhstan and Japan for 2025-2026 was signed, outlining the priority areas for further engagement.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/958933

Tokyo, March 17, 2025 – During an official visit to Japan, Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held meetings with the Secretary General of the Cabinet of Ministers of Japan Yoshimasa Hayashi, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Yoji Muto, as well as with the Chairman of the Japanese Parliamentary Friendship League with Kazakhstan Toshiaki Endo.During the talks with Secretary General Hayashi a wide range of topical issues of bilateral political and economic cooperation was discussed. Particular attention was paid to cooperation in transportation and logistics, energy and industry. In addition, there was an exchange of views on key aspects of the international and regional agenda.“Japan is our reliable friend and time-tested partner. Kazakhstan is committed to the further development of an expanded strategic partnership with Japan, which meets the national interests of both countries,” the Kazakh Foreign Minister emphasized.The talks with Minister Muto were focused on the prospects of trade and economic cooperation between Kazakhstan and Japan. Minister Nurtleu noted the significant potential for expanding investment, scientific and technical cooperation, as well as the implementation of joint projects in the field of decarbonization.The parties indicated a high mutual interest for cooperation in the field of critical metals, transport and logistics, as well as the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route. In this context, the important coordinating role of the Joint Commission of the Intergovernmental and Private Sectors of Kazakhstan and Japan on Economic Cooperation was emphasized, the meeting of which was proposed to be held this year in Astana.During the meeting with Deputy Endo and members of the Japanese Parliamentary Friendship League with Kazakhstan key aspects of bilateral inter-parliamentary cooperation, including assistance of legislative bodies to the development of trade and economic ties, and cultural and humanitarian projects were discussed.Kazakh Foreign Minister noted the high level of trusting dialog between the two countries and expressed gratitude to the Japanese side for active support in strengthening the strategic partnership.The parties confirmed the desire to further expand cooperation in all key areas, including innovative areas of cooperation in the field of digitalization, AI, green economy and others.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/958950

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