The Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan explains the changes in the law on public procurement in Karaganda. At the meeting, representatives of the business community of the Karaganda region, employees of government agencies, budget organizations, SMEs and representatives of the regional NCE "Atameken" learned about the support of domestic producers by optimizing procurement procedures.The law will enter into force on January 1, 2025, so it is already important to know the changes in order to prepare for them, said Kazakh Finance Minister Madi Takiev and Akim of Karaganda region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev."In general, the law is aimed at optimizing the procedures of the procurement process, improving the quality of purchased goods, works and services, strengthening the responsibility of participants in public procurement and developing competition. For example, the first block of the law's novelties is aimed at simplifying and reducing procurement procedures. So, in order to carry out purchases promptly, provide greater powers to customers, as well as avoid delaying procurement procedures, complaints will now be considered directly by the procurement organizer himself. The appeal of the procurement results will be carried out through the web portal and only for purchases, where the winner is determined by the competition commission," said Madi Takiev, Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Information about the supplier will be generated through the extensive use of data from information systems of government agencies.Another block of short stories is aimed at developing competition. Thus, a single procurement platform based on a single public procurement operator, JSC Center for Electronic Finance, has been introduced by law, which provides a single access point to electronic public procurement and procurement services for quasi–public sector entities. In addition, the tender period has been reduced from 2 months to 10 working days. The procedure for appealing the results of public procurement has also been revised and simplified. "As part of the execution of the instruction of the Head of State on the demonopolization of the construction market, as part of the implementation of the new Law, measures for the demonopolization of economic spheres have been reflected. In particular, when calculating conditional discounts, the application of price criteria in the form of a territorial feature (increased from 1% to 2%) and negative values (increased from 0.1% to 0.2%) continued. These measures will make it possible to evenly and fairly distribute the volume of public procurement and eliminate the monopoly position of individual companies," said Vice Minister of Finance Dauren Kenbeil.In addition, in order to support domestic producers, the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan has approved a separate list of goods, works and services that will be purchased exclusively from small and medium-sized businesses.The new law on public procurement will improve the quality of purchased goods, works, services, strengthen the responsibility of potential suppliers and provide support to domestic producers. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/875914

The international photo exhibition "Kazakhstan. China. Russia. The palette of power." The event is aimed at strengthening cultural, strategic and partnership relations between Kazakhstan, China and Russia.The exhibition includes 600 photographs reflecting the natural beauty, cultural heritage, national values and achievements of Kazakhstan, Russia and China.The exhibition is organized by the Central State Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Chinese Association of Scientific and Educational Films and Television Programs, the magazine "Photo and Video Shooting", the Russian League of Professional Photographers and the Public Association "Union of Photographers and Digital Photographers".The exhibition will last until November 17, 2024. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/875998

The IX Republican Forum of Fathers "Tarbieh tal besikten" ("Education begins from the cradle") was held in Kyzylorda with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The regional leaders of the Republican Union of Fathers, representatives of the intelligentsia, experts in the field of family policy, representatives of international organizations, local executive bodies, NGOs took part - about 200 people in total. The topic of the meeting was determined based on the orientations set by the Head of State in his Message."As you know, in the current Message, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted that "parents are responsible for preschool education and training along with the state." The family is the main source of formation of the values of the younger generation. This is a basic social institution, the functioning of which directly affects the welfare and stability of the state," said Birzhan Alimzhanov, Deputy Chairman of the Committee on Youth and Family Affairs of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan, welcoming the participants of the forum.The purpose of the forum is to develop the institute of fathers and the family, to determine the importance of the role of fathers in the upbringing of children, as well as to share experiences in parenting.The program included panel sessions on the following topics: "The role of the father in shaping the image of a man: responsibility, courage, respect", "Family and security", "Conscious parenthood", "The importance of sports and health for men".Also, each participant of the fathers forum received as a gift a book by the Kazakh author, editor-in-chief of Forbes Kazakhstan magazine Bakytzhan Bukarbai "Zamanmen sanaskan 30 akenin hikayasy". This is a collection of personal stories and reflections of our contemporaries on parenting. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/876029

A regular meeting of the Public Council of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan was held in Astana today.At the meeting of the Public Council, issues of implementing the Concept of Family and Gender Policy until 2030, the development of a media literacy system among the population, the introduction of a grant system for the media and subsidizing printed publications were discussed.The members of the Public Council also made proposals for the high-quality implementation of state programs to promote family values, increase the media literacy of the population and media professionals, and widely present domestic content in the media. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/876046

The Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in accordance with paragraph 70-2) of Article 5 of the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Electric Power Industry", approves the maximum tariffs for the service to maintain the availability of electric power. In accordance with paragraph 15 of the Rules for Approving the marginal tariff for Electric energy and the marginal tariff for the service for maintaining the availability of electric power, the marginal tariff for the service for maintaining the availability of electric power is calculated using the formula taking into account the indexation coefficient, taking into account annual inflation levels.Thus, when adjusting the marginal tariffs for the service of maintaining the availability of electric power in 2023, the projected inflation rate for 2023 was set at 14%, according to the forecast data of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan.According to the statistical data of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the actual inflation rate in Kazakhstan by the end of 2023 was 9.8%.Based on the above, in order to determine the maximum tariff for the service for maintaining the availability of electric power in accordance with the Law, the maximum tariff for the service for maintaining the availability of electric power has been adjusted downward for 2025 from 1,215 thousand tenge/MW*month up to 1,169 thousand tenge/MW*month.The draft order has been published on the Open NPAs portal.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/energo/press/news/details/876031

The Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in accordance with subparagraph 6) of paragraph 2 of the Protocol of the Meeting on the oil and gas industry under the chairmanship of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated August 14, 2024, developed a Regulatory Policy Advisory Document (CDRP) to the draft Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On the Petrochemical Industry" and to the draft Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Amendments and amendments to some legislative acts of the Republic of Kazakhstan on the development of the petrochemical industry."The purpose of the adoption of this law is to resolve issues related to the provision of raw materials to the industry, as well as to stimulate investment and provide state support to the petrochemical industry. The adoption of this law will be an important step towards the development of the petrochemical industry and ensuring sustainable economic growth in Kazakhstan.We note that the KDRP was developed with the participation of the Kazakhstan Association of Organizations of the Oil and Gas and Energy Complex KazEnergy and the Association of Producers and Consumers of Petrochemical Products (Petrochemical Association).The Ministry invites all interested parties to participate in the discussion of the project. The KDRP is posted on the Internet portal "Open NPAs".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/energo/press/news/details/876036

Minister of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Kazakhstan Svetlana Zhakupova held a "meeting without ties" with representatives of the media, during which she demonstrated the work of new digital tools aimed at improving the effectiveness of providing support measures to the population and the quality of life of people with disabilities.In particular, the head of the Ministry of Health clearly showed how data from various government agencies accumulated in the Digital Family Map helps to move to a preventive model of providing support measures and proactively offer public services to citizens who find themselves in a difficult life situation.Svetlana Zhakupova also demonstrated the principles of conducting a medical and social examination for assigning a disability group in a proactive format and spoke about the implementation of a pilot project to attract doctors as independent experts for a proactive correspondence examination.The Minister informed about the innovations on the Social Services Portal, which make it possible to strengthen control over the quality of rehabilitation equipment and sanatorium treatment services provided to persons with disabilities.Svetlana Zhakupova stressed that licensing organizations providing special social services will ensure their compliance with standards and protect the rights of people with special needs.In addition, the head of the Ministry of Health spoke about the formation of a Register of social Workers, monitoring the accessibility of social facilities for people with disabilities, the introduction of a Digital diary for the rehabilitation of children with disabilities at home and other digital solutions. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/875999

На 36-ом пленарном заседании Совета иностранных инвесторов под председательством Главы государства заместитель Премьер-Министра – министр национальной экономики Нурлан Байбазаров рассказал о принимаемых мерах по улучшению инвестиционного климата.В мероприятии, посвящённом Новому инвестиционному циклу Казахстана, приняли участие транснациональные компании, руководители государственных органов и представители международных организаций.По словам Нурлана Байбазарова, на фоне замедления инвестиционной активности в мире в связи с усилением санкционного противостояния, нарушением логистической системы, высокой инфляции, Казахстан занял лидирующую позицию по привлечению прямых иностранных инвестиций среди постсоветских стран, в том числе Центральной Азии и стран, не имеющих выхода к морю.«На сегодня перед Правительством Казахстана стоит задача по удвоению размера экономики и основным фактором ее реализации является привлечение инвестиций», - сказал вице-премьер.Для достижения данной цели актуализирована Концепция инвестиционной политики до 2029 года, в рамках которой внедряется новый подход по привлечению инвестиций, сфокусированный на конкретных потребностях отраслей экономики.«В частности, будут формироваться «заказы» на инвестиции исходя из потребностей местного бизнеса и квазигосударственных компаний в тех или иных производствах. Полученные данные будут отражены в Инвестиционных региональных программах и использованы загранучреждениями для таргетирования конкретных иностранных инвесторов», - добавил Нурлан Байбазаров.Также одним из факторов экономической активности станет дальнейшее обеспечение инфраструктурой новых высокопроизводительных инвестпроектов.В текущем году принят Национальный инфраструктурный план до 2029 года. Будет реализовано 204 проекта на сумму порядка $86 млрд. План предусматривает 4 направления – это энергетическая, транспортная, цифровая инфраструктура, а также инфраструктура водоснабжения и водоотведения.Вместе с тем, продолжатся структурные преобразования по либерализации экономики. Государство продолжит работу по уменьшению участия государства в конкурентных отраслях.«Новый Налоговый кодекс будет способствовать активизации инвестиционного цикла, устанавливая эффективные налоговые преференции и создавая комфортные и стабильные условия как для иностранных, так и для казахстанских инвесторов», - заключил вице-премьер.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/875986

Today, the Ministry of Health of Kazakhstan and Orhun Medical (Turkey) signed an agreement on the implementation of a large-scale project aimed at improving the quality and accessibility of treatment and diagnosis for patients with cancer."The opening of equipped centers will enable patients with cancer to receive highly effective diagnostics and safe treatment at the level of world standards within the country, without traveling abroad. Proper and timely cancer treatment using the latest technologies will improve the detection of the disease, increase the proportion of patients with a five-year survival threshold, and improve the quality of life of cancer patients," Minister of Health Akmaral Alnazarova noted during the signing.The Agreement provides for the construction of a building and equipping with special equipment - a cyclotron complex for the production of radiopharmaceuticals required for PET/CT, SPECT/CT in Almaty.New positron emission tomography centers combined with computed tomography (PET/CT) will be established in the cities of Aktau, Aktobe, Karaganda, Kyzylorda and Ust-Kamenogorsk.In order to introduce advanced complex methods of diagnosis and therapy of malignant tumors, it is planned to open a Theranostics Center in Almaty, where radioisotope preparations will be used in combination with single-photon emission tomography and computed tomography.PET/CT examination makes it possible to identify oncological diseases in the early stages, which are difficult to detect using CT, MRI and ultrasound, determine the degree of complexity of the disease, its prevalence in the body and prescribe the right treatment.Every year, more than 35 thousand people get cancer in the country, more than 14 thousand people die, and more than 200 thousand Kazakhstanis are registered. In the Republic of Kazakhstan, cancer mortality is one of the leading and ranks third.The comprehensive program for the modernization of the oncological service in Kazakhstan provides for both significant technical re-equipment of the oncological service, and this is the modernization of existing diagnostic equipment, expansion and improvement of radiation treatment through the installation of new linear accelerators and replacement of outdated devices, as well as the organization of nuclear medicine centers; the development of minimally invasive surgery and interventional treatment methods, the introduction of complete genomic profiling in order to selection of personalized therapy, increasing the availability of the latest antitumor drugs, creation of modern cancer centers, training of a new generation of personnel, etc.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/dsm/press/news/details/876020

The conference was attended by Deputy Akim of the region Zholdas Batyrkhan, Head of the Department of Internal Policy Alibek Bayneshov, as well as leaders and members of non-governmental organizations.The event was organized by the NGO "Civil Center of Aktobe region", which today includes 26 associations. During the conference, NGOs reported on their work and showed the results of their activities.Welcoming the participants of the conference, Deputy Akim of the region Zholdas Batyrkhan noted that it had become another platform for the development of dialogue between society and the state.Alisher Mazhit, President of the Aktobe Region Civic Center, in turn, said that the association is represented in five regions of Kazakhstan. They include 26 NGOs in the Aktobe region. During the year of work, over 60 successful projects were implemented in 13 socially significant areas."We help non-governmental organizations to develop and grow, to become stronger and more sustainable. Playing an important role in supporting civil society, we unite initiative groups and the non-governmental sector. We offer consulting, consulting services, as well as training programs to improve the efficiency of organizations and improve their ability to solve social problems. Such cooperation allows not only to strengthen the civil sector, but also to create conditions for more active participation of NGOs in solving urgent problems of society," Alisher Mazhit said.During the conference, videos were shown about the work of a number of rehabilitation centers, the invataxi service, as well as the Zhasyl El project. An exhibition and presentations on the activities of the association of legal entities and non-governmental organizations of the region are also organized in the lobby of the House of Culture.The achievements of the most active NGOs were highlighted at the conference. Zholdas Batyrkhan presented letters of thanks to representatives of these organizations from the Minister of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as the akim of the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/875961

During a working trip to Khromtau district, Akim of Aktobe region Askhat Shakharov got acquainted with the pace of construction of social facilities in the district center.The House of Culture in Khromtau began to be built in 2023 as part of the social responsibility of the business of the ERG Group of Companies. As of today, the contractor "Sanzhar" LLP is already completing the finishing work. The facility is planned to be commissioned by the end of this year.The head of the region inspected the offices and halls where finishing work is still underway.On the ground floor of the House of Culture there will be an auditorium with 400 seats with a stage, a library, workshops and studios, a costume and fitting room, a dressing room, a buffet. On the second floor there will be offices, a dance hall and rehearsal rooms for the theater group and the ensemble. There is also a room for lectures and seminars. The construction of the cultural facility amounted to 1.8 billion tenge.The governor of the region set the task for the contractor to complete the construction of the social facility on time. The opening of the new House of Culture will become a significant object for the city, creating conditions for the cultural and social development of the population.The second facility in Khromtau, which was inspected by the akim of the region, was the FOK under construction.The sports and recreation complex in Khromtau near the akimat began to be built in 2019, it was supposed to be commissioned in 2023. Due to the increase in prices for building materials, the contractor Babek Kurylys LLP applied for an adjustment of the project estimate. After the changes were approved, the LLP continued construction in 2023. The new deadline for the completion of the facility is set for 2025.Askhat Shakharov also instructed the contractor not to delay the deadlines for the completion of the facility.The next akim of the region inspected the work of the central boiler house of the city of Khromtau, which is on the balance sheet of the Don Mining and Processing Plant. Askhat Shakharov inquired about the current condition of the equipment and discussed with the management of the facility the progress of repair work aimed at improving the reliability and efficiency of the boiler house.To ensure uninterrupted heat supply to the city, the company carried out major repairs of boilers in 2023 and repaired 1.2 km of heating networks this year.After inspecting the facility, the mayor set the task for the services responsible for the city's heat supply to keep the boiler room under control and promptly eliminate possible problems.After that, Askhat Shakharov visited the fire station in Khromtau.It consists of an administrative building, a garage for 4 dormitories, which houses 12 families of emergency workers. The residential building was built in 1977. It is in need of major repairs now.The mayor of the district instructed to consider the issue of allocating funds for the repair of the building."The President of the country pays special attention to the preparation and passage of the heating season, and within the framework of these tasks, the operation of the central boiler house of Khromtau was checked. This summer, more than five kilometers of heating networks were replaced in the city. At the moment, the heating season is running normally, but the issue of modernization remains relevant.Due attention is paid to the development of infrastructure, including the construction of a road of international importance, the development of road service, which opens up opportunities for the growth of small and medium-sized businesses in the Khromtau district.This year, it is planned to complete the development of the project for the construction of an industrial zone, and next year we will begin its implementation. The industrial zone will create conditions for the localization of large enterprises and attracting investors. In addition, social facilities are being repaired in the area, new ones are being built. Every year, the necessary funds are allocated in the budget for these purposes.The potential of the district is great, and we will continue to develop it, solving urgent problems and improving the quality of life of local residents," the governor of the region said after a trip to the Khromtau district.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/875989

Akim of the region Nurlan Urankhaev and representatives of Samruk-Energo JSC discussed the parameters and timing of the construction of CHP-3. It is expected that the thermal power plant will close the shortage of thermal energy and significantly reduce the environmental burden.️CHP-3 will be equipped with four powerful energy boilers, three steam turbines, as well as three hot water boilers and four boilers, two of which will serve as main and two as peak boilers to increase power at critical moments. Its capacity will be 360 MW."This project will certainly be an important step towards ensuring the energy security of the region. It will create a full-fledged infrastructure, including power supply, water supply, heat supply, reconstruction of substations. Therefore, its implementation should be approached with all seriousness, avoiding mistakes. The project is large—scale, and it is necessary to take into account every detail," said Akim of the region Nurlan Urankhaev.️It should be noted that the project assumes that electricity generation will increase by 2,600 million kWh with an expected installed capacity utilization rate of about 82%. This will reliably provide energy to the growing needs of the region and reduce emissions of pollutants, which will have a positive impact on the environmental situation.️The project is being implemented within the framework of a strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and Qatar, and is headed by the Kazakh company Samruk Energy together with the international partner Nebras Power. These initiatives are part of the state program to improve the energy supply of the Abai region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/875953

On behalf of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, K.K. Tokayev, a new type of Neo Nomad visa has been introduced. This visa is intended for the so–called modern nomads - foreign tourists who combine work and leisure, traveling and working remotely. The new visa regime takes into account the international experience of more than 50 countries that have successfully implemented similar programs after the pandemic.To obtain a Neo Nomad visa, a foreign citizen must demonstrate a stable income of at least 3,000 US dollars outside Kazakhstan. Also, in addition to the basic income requirements, foreign applicants will need to have medical insurance and a criminal record certificate. The visa is aimed at tourists working remotely in various fields, from programming, marketing and finance to consulting, design and e-commerce.Foreign tourists will be able to stay in Kazakhstan for up to one year, while remaining employed in their foreign companies. This will not only allow them to immerse themselves in the culture and life of the country, but also bring economic benefits to Kazakhstan. It is expected that the economic effect of the introduction of the visa will amount to about 3.6 billion tenge per year, if 500 people receive a visa. Foreigners who use Neo Nomad will live and spend money in Kazakhstan without taking jobs in the domestic labor market - which is an important aspect of this program."As a result of the joint work of the Ministries of Tourism and Sports, Foreign Affairs, internal Affairs and a number of other interested government agencies, Kazakhstan has now become part of the travel map for modern nomads. There are more than 35 million of them worldwide, and we intend to create all conditions for attracting them to our country. Moreover, the cities of Almaty and Astana are already among the TOP 150 cities attractive to neo-nomads," said Minister of Tourism and Sports Yerbol Myrzabosynov.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/875904

A MODERN SCIENTIFIC LIBRARY HAS BEEN OPENED IN QYZPU The library of the Kazakh National Women's Pedagogical University was renovated this year and was named after the outstanding teacher Serala Kaniev. Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan Sayasat Nurbek spoke at the official opening of the renovated library. "Today is a significant day. The Serala Kaniev Scientific Library has been created to the highest standards and is equipped with powerful electronic and digital platforms. I am sure that the library will become a center aimed at improving the knowledge of students, teachers and all book lovers," said Sayasat Nurbek, Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Seraly Kaniev is a respected teacher, a well—known scientist, candidate of physical and mathematical sciences, associate professor, Honored Worker of Education of the Kazakh SSR, an excellent student of the USSR Higher school and a labor veteran who made a significant contribution to the development of the Kazakh National Women's Pedagogical University. For almost 40 years, he worked at the Kazakh Women's Pedagogical Institute and educated thousands of students. Within the framework of the event, Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan Sayasat Nurbek presented a letter of thanks to Berik Kaniev, son of Serala Kaniev, for his great contribution to the opening of the library. In addition, QyzPU Rector Gulmira Kanai expressed gratitude and noted that the assignment of the Serala Kaniev University Library is a very important event. The opening ceremony of the library was also attended by Akim of Almaty Yerbolat Dosayev, Chairman of the Board-Rector of the Kazakh National Women's Pedagogical University Gulmira Kanai and close relatives of Serala Kaniev. Mayor of Almaty Yerbolat Dosayev noted that this library is a real center of education and culture. The renovated library will become a modern educational and cultural center where students, teachers and researchers will be able to work with extensive scientific funds and use the most modern technologies for educational and research activities. The new library space is designed with convenience and comfort in mind: there are zones for group and individual work, equipped with advanced equipment and access to electronic resources. At the event, the guests visited the renovated library building and got acquainted with innovations aimed at improving the quality of education.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/875926

Today, on the sidelines of KGIR-2024, Minister of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kanat Sharlapayev held a meeting with General Director of Volvo Group Kazakhstan LLP Radif Khasanov. During the meeting, the possibility of potential cooperation between the parties and investment opportunities in Kazakhstan were discussed.As K.Sharlapayev noted, the automotive industry is currently one of the priority sectors of industrial development in Kazakhstan. There are 8 enterprises in the country that produce cars, trucks, specialized equipment and buses. In addition, several promising projects focused on the production of passenger cars are being implemented."In 2025, we plan to launch 2 major automotive projects: KIA Qazaqstan and Astana Motors Manufacturing Kazakhstan, focused on both the domestic market and export opportunities. By the end of 2025, we also plan to implement 10 projects for the production of components, which will significantly reduce the cost of production," the minister said.All automakers work within the framework of industrial assembly agreements, which involve mutual obligations. The Minister also spoke about state support measures, including the provision of benefits based on concluded investment contracts and industrial assembly agreements aimed at creating a favorable investment environment.Kanat Sharlapayev confirmed the readiness of the Kazakh side to provide comprehensive support at all stages of the implementation of future joint projects and expressed hope for mutually beneficial and long-term cooperation.The Minister of Industry and Construction also held a meeting with Lehmann Lars, First Vice President for Central and Eastern Europe of Carlsberg Group, during which significant investment projects and the company's contribution to the real sector of the economy of Kazakhstan, including the development of related industries, were discussed.In addition, a bilateral meeting was held with the Director General for Central Asia and the Caucasus of Schneider Electric, Edgard Bu-Shaheen. The parties discussed cooperation in the implementation of energy saving policy. As the participants noted, taking into account the successful experience of Schneider Electric in this field, Kazakhstan intends to deepen cooperation through a joint agreement. The agreement will focus on the following areas: the implementation of pilot projects using the energy service contract mechanism, the use of digital solutions such as data centers; cooperation on the creation of consulting services in the field of sustainable development in Kazakhstan, the study of sources of financing for energy efficiency projects. "I am confident that our joint efforts will lead to the adoption of advanced energy-saving solutions in Kazakhstan, reducing the energy intensity of GDP and reducing greenhouse gas emissions," K.Sharlapayev said at the end of the meeting. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/875900

Astana, October 31, 2024 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev held a meeting with the Chairman of the Delegation of the European Parliament for Relations with Central Asia and Mongolia Giuseppina Princi.Noting the high dynamics of political contacts, as well as the productive work of the Parliamentary Cooperation Committee "Republic of Kazakhstan – European Union", the parties expressed their mutual desire to further strengthen the Kazakh-European partnership.The Deputy Minister stressed the importance of increasing cooperation on issues of mutual interest, including in the field of green energy, rare earth minerals and transport connectivity.The parties paid special attention to the issue of simplification of EU visa requirements for citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan.In addition, during the conversation, representatives of the Ministries of Justice, Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan told the European deputies about the measures taken by the Government of Kazakhstan in the field of human rights protection and ensuring the rule of law.At the end of the meeting, A. Bakayev wished the delegation of the European Parliament a productive visit and expressed hope that practical results would be achieved as soon as possible.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/875974

The Abylkhan Kasteev State Museum of Art of the Republic of Kazakhstan has opened a personal exhibition of the metamodernist artist Gaukhar Bisengalieva entitled "Heritage of the Great Steppe". The exhibition features more than 60 works by the artist.Unique works made of felt and natural materials can be seen at the exhibition. Special attention is drawn to the tools for working with wool, handed down to the artist by inheritance from her grandmother, as well as archival photographs of Kazakh craftsmen engaged in traditional crafts.The central place in the artist's work is occupied by the national Kazakh carpet, a symbol of cultural heritage and spiritual power, deepening the connection with the traditions of the ancestors. The author is known for her innovations in felt art, using this ancient material to convey the rich heritage of the Great Steppe. Abstract motifs on her canvases refer the viewer to the concept of the eternal sky, embodying the ideas of Tengrianism and reflecting the way of thinking of the ancestors.The exhibition will run until November 24, 2024. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/875962

As part of the implementation of the instruction of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to expand the gas resource base, on November 1 this year, the Ministry of Energy concluded two improved model contracts with JSC NC QazaqGaz.For exploration and production of hydrocarbons at the Maldybai site in Zhambyl region;For the exploration and production of hydrocarbons at the Shalkar site in the Aktobe region – jointly with the strategic partner JSC "KOR Oil Company".The improved model contract was introduced in 2023 and provides regulatory and fiscal preferences for complex projects.In 2025, the deconservation of 2 previously drilled wells, 3D seismic exploration in the amount of 190 km2 is planned for the Maldybai site of the Zhambyl region. At the Shalkar site in the Aktobe region, the start of drilling an exploration well is planned for 2025.It is noteworthy that these contracts are the first contracts of JSC NC QazaqGaz concluded following direct negotiations with the state within the framework of priority law.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/energo/press/news/details/875908

The Social Wallet project is being launched in the city of Shymkent and the West Kazakhstan region in a pilot mode for the proactive application of discounts in payment for commercial gas for recipients of targeted social and housing assistance.This project is aimed at broader coverage and automation of the provision of discounts in payment for commercial gas to recipients of targeted social and housing assistance.According to the "Social Wallet" algorithm, citizens receiving targeted social and housing assistance through a single number 1414 will receive an SMS notification about the need to install the eGov-mobile application, which will reflect the "Social Wallet" service.In this service, the above-mentioned citizens will be able to activate a voucher for commercial gas to the personal account of the subscriber of JSC "QazaqGaz Aimaq".The amount of the voucher will be determined based on the volume of gas consumption for the current month.The Ministry of Energy, together with the Ministries of National Economy, Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry, Labor and Social Protection of the population, in coordination with the Akimats of Shymkent city and West Kazakhstan region, has prepared a draft joint order"On the launch of a pilot project for the provision of the service "Provision of vouchers for commercial gas to recipients of state targeted social assistance."The pilot project will last 6 months and based on the results, a decision will be made to scale the project to the whole of Kazakhstan.The draft order is posted on the Open NPAs portal.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/energo/press/news/details/875936

Since September last year, a large-scale JOLTAP project has been implemented in Astana, which helps local residents find jobs, increase their incomes and master new specialties in a short time. During this time, tens of thousands of citizens have received expert advice and training within its framework, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.The project is being implemented in accordance with the instructions of the Head of State on the initiative of the Mayor's Office of Astana. The project operator is the Public Fund "Zhana mumkindik".The JOLTAP project is being implemented in several stages. The first stage is the installation and launch of modular points "Barshaga mumkindik". Currently, there are 6 modular points in the city, located in crowded places. Here, citizens can receive assistance on 52 measures of state support (micro-loans/grants for business, subsidized jobs, social services. Payments, etc.), sign up for free training in 20 author's courses, learn about current vacancies in the city and get help with digital support (reissue of EDS, registration on websites kezekte.kz , enbek.kz, etc.). At the moment, 24 thousand residents of the capital have received consultations in modular centers, the bulk of them are unemployed youth under 35 years of age. In particular, 17 thousand people signed up for training, 5 thousand applicants applied to the Akimat's offices for state support measures.The second stage of the project is the organization of free training in relevant and practical skills in terms of digital and work specialties. All 20 training programs are authored and developed jointly with representatives of the capital's business. The classrooms are equipped with everything necessary. The main emphasis is on training in working specialties, such as seamstress, fashion designer, basics of accounting, basics of making cabinet furniture, salesman – cashier, basics of trading in online stores, shoe repair shop, electric and gas welder, oil change and tire service, barista. The teachers are selected from a number of practitioners with applied experience in their fields. Residents of the city can also be trained in 8 digital skills that are relevant in the modern world – SMM, website development, video editing, graphic design, content designer, targetologist, mobilographer, basic digital skills. Having learned an additional skill, citizens are employed in urban enterprises, increase their competitiveness at their current workplace or have begun to accept orders remotely. As a result of this work, about a thousand citizens opened sole proprietors and created new jobs over the year. The training programs are based on the realities of the labor market and are aimed at providing practical skills in the shortest possible time – from 2 weeks to 1 month, depending on the specialty.During the year, more than 7.5 thousand citizens studied and received practical skills in working and digital specialties. The third stage is the launch of a job and employee search platform –"JUMYSTAP.kz ". Today, about 12 thousand users have been registered, of which 2 thousand are employers, including large and network companies such as Magnum, Shaurma Food, Danmard, 12 Months, Zeta, YDA plant, DSK GLB and others. Business representatives from other regions are also showing interest in the platform, which allows citizens to look for work not only in the capital, but also in other cities of the country. At the moment, more than 5 thousand people are employed at the city's enterprises, have opened their own business or have started accepting volume and freelance orders.The implementation of the JOLTAP Project is carried out at the expense of sponsorship funds, which represents a new form of social responsibility of business in the form of a contribution to the development of human capital. Those interested can get acquainted with the project tools in more detail via the Instagram page @joltap.kz . The call center of the project: +7 (707) 221 31 31.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/875883