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On February 9, 2025, the Kazakhstan national short track team made history by winning the first gold medal in this sport at the Asian Games in Harbin. In the 5000-meter relay, the national team of Kazakhstan demonstrated a high level of training, tactical skill and team spirit.Pride of the Kostanay regionOne of the key participants in this triumph was Gleb Ivchenko, a graduate of the Kostanay short track school, a master of sports of international class, originally from the city of Rudny. A young, but already titled athlete, he showed a brilliant result as part of the national team, proving that Kazakhstan is capable of competing with the strongest teams in Asia.The athlete's coach is Nikolay Nikolaevich Fedorenko, under whose leadership Gleb has achieved outstanding results and continues to improve his skills.Development of winter sports in the regionAkim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov congratulated Gleb Ivchenko and the entire team on this historic achievement on his Instagram page, noting that the region pays special attention to the development of winter sports. Today, the region has 3 ice palaces, a speed skating stadium, 36 ski resorts and 77 hockey rinks. The immediate plans include the construction of indoor hockey rinks in rural areas and the provision of all district centers with modern sports infrastructure.Kazakhstan on the way to new heightsAt the 2025 Asian Games, 10 athletes from Kostanay region defend the honor of Kazakhstan, demonstrating a high level of training. Gleb Ivchenko's victory is not only his personal success, but also the merit of the entire team, the coaching staff and the athletes' training system.This triumph is further confirmation that Kazakhstani sports are moving forward. We are proud of our athletes and are confident that new victories on the world stage await them!Photo: Sali Sabirov, press service of the NOC of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/934446

Updating the bus fleet and improving the quality of passenger transportation is an important task for creating a comfortable urban environment. Today, Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov inspected a new batch of buses delivered to the region.To date, there are 289 buses in the regional center, 85 of which have been in operation for more than 7 years. To upgrade the fleet, 113 new buses have been leased in recent years, and 4 more units (2 Yutong buses and 2 double–decker buses) were purchased for cash last year.The work on updating the transport continues. This year, contracts have been signed and payments have been made for the purchase of 28 new buses. Of these, 15 have already been received and were presented today, 10 more are expected on February 14, and the remaining 3 – in June this year.In addition, 18 more new buses are planned to be purchased this year with 100% subsidization. 2.1 billion tenge has been allocated from the budget for these purposes to subsidize socially significant routes.It is important to note that when updating the fleet, the wishes of the residents were taken into account – large-capacity buses were purchased. This will reduce travel intervals and make trips more comfortable.As a result of the measures taken, the share of public transport with a service life of less than 7 years will increase by 14% to 71%. This will significantly improve the quality of passenger transportation in Kostanay and its suburbs.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/933032

Today, the board of departments of construction, architecture and urban planning, passenger transport and highways, as well as energy and housing and communal services was held under the chairmanship of Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov. During the meeting, the results of 2024 were summed up and priority areas for 2025 were outlined.Construction industry: volume growth and new approachesThe construction industry remains one of the key sectors in the region's economy. In 2024, the volume of construction work increased by 25% and amounted to 315.3 billion tenge. 500 thousand square meters of housing were commissioned, which allowed 5,000 families to get new apartments.The development of the construction industry is closely linked to the use of local materials. The production of building materials in the region amounted to 51.6 billion tenge, showing an increase of 3.6%.New architectural and design solutions are being introduced in the construction of budget housing, aimed at improving the comfort of residents at minimal cost. Special attention will be paid to the improvement of courtyard areas. Landscaping standards have already been developed, which will become mandatory for developers.Affordable housing for residents of the region• Kostanay Zhastary program – 250 young families have been provided with housing for three years, the program will continue in 2025.• Mortgage lending – the volume of loans issued increased by 17%, the number of depositors of Otbasy Bank reached 85.4 thousand people.• Rental housing – in 2024, 18 billion tenge was allocated for its purchase, which allowed the purchase of 940 apartments. In 2025, 20 billion tenge is planned for these purposes, which will provide housing for 1,000 waiting lists and will allow the sale of 250 loan apartments.Development of road infrastructureIn 2024, the budget of the road industry increased by 27% and amounted to 93.5 billion tenge. At the expense of these funds:• 1,300 km of highways and 382 streets in 103 settlements have been repaired.• Work has been completed on 80 access roads to villages for 38 billion tenge.For comparison, three years ago, only 20 access roads were repaired in the region, and today this figure has almost quadrupled.Special attention was paid to the villages:• Ashutasty village (Arkalyk) – 11 out of 13 streets were repaired (85%).• Bolshaya Churakovka village (Altynsarinsky district) – 8 out of 18 streets were renovated (44%) in two years.• Fedorovka village (Uzunkol district) – 8 out of 13 streets were put in order (47%), the rest are included in the plans.Reconstruction of republican highways• The repair of the highway from Arkalyk to the border with Ulytau region is being completed, which will shorten the route from Uzbekistan and the southern regions of Kazakhstan to Russia by 400 km.• Reconstruction of the Sarykol–SKR border road and the Uzunkol–Troebratnoye section is being completed.• In 2024, the repair of the Bestobe road – the border of the Aktobe region - will begin, which residents of the Kamystinsky district have been waiting for for a long time.Design and estimate documentation is being developed for the reconstruction of Arkalyk Airport. After the upgrade, its capacity will be 70 passengers per hour, and flights to Kostanay and Astana are scheduled to resume.Housing and communal services: modernization of networks and new projectsThe following projects are planned for 2025:• 39 projects for the modernization of utility networks for 6 billion tenge.• Applications have been submitted for 55 billion tenge for the implementation of 76 projects.• By 2029, the wear of heating systems should decrease to 40% (currently 45.4%), which has already reduced emergency situations by 20%.Water supply• In 2024, 7.7 billion tenge was allocated for 40 water supply projects.• 42 billion tenge is expected to be financed for 59 projects, which is twice the volume of the previous year.• The share of villagers with centralized water supply increased from 61.5% to 68.9%.• The state subsidizes 96% of the cost of water, due to which the tariff for residents is 55 tenge per 1 cubic meter instead of the real 1,342 tenge.Gasification• The design of the Kostanay –Borovskoye gas pipeline has begun, which will provide natural gas to 24 thousand people.• In 2024, 5 projects worth 1.2 billion tenge are being implemented, as a result, the gasification level of the region will increase to 60.4%.LightingThis year, 15,000 lamps and 4.3 thousand poles will be installed on the streets of settlements, which will provide lighting for 992 km of roads.Renewable energy5 large renewable energy projects worth 580 billion tenge with a total capacity of 1 GW are being implemented in the region. This:• 1 solar power plant• 1 gas piston station• 3 wind farmsAfter their launch, the volume of electricity production in the region will increase 10 times and will fully cover the needs of the region.In 2024, 14.7 billion tenge was allocated for the improvement of towns and villages (+34% by 2023). The funds will be used for parks, playgrounds, lighting, renovation of facades and demolition of dilapidated housing.The course towards sustainable developmentThe Head of State set the task of full self-sufficiency in electricity, infrastructure development and improving the quality of life of citizens. Kostanay region is already addressing these issues by allocating resources to modernize housing and communal services, improve the road network, build affordable housing and introduce renewable energy sources.Work in these areas will continue in 2025 with increased funding and investment.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/934034

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At a recent expanded government meeting, the Head of State emphasized the strategic importance of tourism development and the creation of favorable conditions for foreign visitors.In line with this directive, the Ministry of Internal Affairs continues to enhance the safety of incoming tourists.Now, every foreign visitor entering Kazakhstan, including those passing through border control, can receive a special card with a QR code linking to the multilingual online platform SafeTravel.kz.This platform provides essential information and recommendations for a safe stay in Kazakhstan, along with links to download useful mobile applications.The first QR code cards have already started being distributed to tourists at the capital’s international airport.SafeTravel.kz offers:The “102” mobile app for instant contact with the police, including an emergency SOS function.A guide on migration regulations to help visitors comply with legal requirements.A city map with links to popular navigation apps.A list of official taxis and online transport services to ensure safe travel.A list of telecom operators with links to their official websites for easy SIM card purchase.Emergency response guidelines for various incidents.Contact information for other emergency services, including medical assistance, fire departments, and the national rescue service.This initiative is designed to enhance the safety of tourists, as well as strengthen Kazakhstan’s reputation as an attractive destination for travel and investment.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/qriim/press/news/details/931285

Astana, February 6, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev held a meeting with the Ambassador of the Republic of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Ibragimov.During the meeting, the parties praised the gradual growth of bilateral political, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian ties, and exchanged views on the international and regional agenda.In addition, the diplomats discussed issues of coordination and interaction at the multilateral platforms such as the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the Organization of Turkic States, the Economic Cooperation Organization, the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia, and “Central Asia +” Dialogue Platforms.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/932956

Astana, February 6, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu received the Ambassador of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan to Kazakhstan Hamzeh Mahmoud Yousef Al-Omari.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects of bilateral cooperation in political, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres.Particular attention was given to the intensification of efforts to develop mutual trade. In this context, the results of the 5th session of the Kazakhstan-Jordan Intergovernmental Commission were noted.The diplomats also expressed their appreciation for multilateral cooperation within the framework of international organizations and exchanged views on current issues on the global agenda.At the end of the meeting, the interlocutors reviewed the schedule of mutual visits and events at the highest and high levels planned for this year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/933037

Zagreb, February 6, 2025 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Croatia Daulet Batrashev presented his Letter of Credence to the President of the Republic of Croatia Zoran Milanović.Accepting the credentials, the President of Croatia stressed that “Kazakhstan is the country’s most important partner in the Central Asian region,” with relations built on a solid foundation.Following the official ceremony, the Kazakh diplomat informed the President of Croatia on the current economic and political situation in Kazakhstan, as well as on the large-scale reforms initiated by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The two sides also exchanged views on key issues on the international agenda.Both parties highlighted the friendly nature of relations between Kazakhstan and Croatia, emphasized the importance of maintaining a consistent approach to strengthening political dialogue, and stressed the need to fully utilize the economic and transit-transport potential of both countries.At the end of the meeting, held in a cordial atmosphere, President Milanović conveyed his best wishes to President Tokayev and the people of Kazakhstan, and wished Ambassador Batrashev a successful diplomatic mission.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/933315

Astana, February 7, 2025 – The First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Akan Rakhmetullin, met with the Regional Director of UN Women for Europe and Central Asia, Belén Sanz Luque, during her first visit to Kazakhstan.During the meeting, the parties discussed key aspects of cooperation aimed at strengthening gender equality and expanding the rights and opportunities of women in Kazakhstan.Welcoming the UN representative, Rakhmetullin emphasized that Kazakhstan considers gender equality as one of the key areas of political reform, and therefore will continue its active participation in processes dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action.The parties also discussed the outcomes of the recent Beijing+30 review meeting, expert consultations on the Women, Peace, and Security agenda, as well as the regional conference of the Central Asian Alliance on the elimination of gender-based violence.Rakhmetullin expressed support for the implementation of regional gender policy projects, while stressing the importance of promoting Kazakhstan’s initiatives.UN representative noted her readiness to continue providing support and assistance to Kazakhstan in implementing the global gender agenda.As a result of the meeting, the parties agreed to strengthen their partnership and develop cooperation on priority areas within the global and regional gender equality agenda.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/933449

Astana, February 7, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu received the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Kazakhstan Monica Iwersen.The parties discussed the status and prospects of Kazakh-German cooperation in political, trade and economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres. Special attention was paid to successful joint projects and new opportunities in key sectors such as critical raw materials, transportation and energy.The interlocutors noted with satisfaction the successful dialogue at all levels between Kazakhstan and Germany, high indicators of trade and investment, as well as cultural cooperation based on historical ties.Ambassador Iwersen emphasized that Germany attaches great importance to mutually beneficial cooperation with Kazakhstan and will make every effort to implement joint projects.Separate attention was given to the discussion of transportation cooperation, which will significantly improve the efficiency of logistics processes through the use of German technologies in the construction of roads and other infrastructure projects that meet European standards.The interlocutors summarized the results of the work done over the past year and emphasized the importance of implementing the agreements reached during the visits of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, to Berlin in September 2023 and Federal Chancellor of Germany, Olaf Scholz, to Astana in September 2024.At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties expressed their shared interest in further comprehensively deepening of the mutually beneficial partnership and ties between Astana and Berlin.At the end of 2024, the volume of trade turnover between two countries increased by 5.9% year-on-year, from 3.774 to 3.997 billion US dollars. In particular, exports increased by 56.8%, from 741 million to 1.162 billion dollars. Over the period from 2005 to 2024, foreign direct investment from Germany to Kazakhstan amounted to 7.6 billion dollars.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/933772