This initiative was put forward by the Department of digitalization of the region.The head of the department, Azamat Kashiyev, noted that at the moment there is a high demand for electronic services and simplified ways of digital communication.— To improve their quality, pilot projects will be launched this year — the transition from paper to online format for such public services as "Issuing permits to labor immigrants" and "Assigning housing assistance." The city of Kostanay has been previously identified as the pilot's territory," the head of the department said.The draft joint order of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Ministry of Industry and Construction has been published on the Open NPAs portal and is under discussion until May 12, 2025.— For example, in the first quarter of 2025, 252 applications were submitted in paper format in Kostanay for the state service "Assignment of housing assistance". However, 82 of these applications (32.5%) were rejected due to the incompleteness of the submitted documents, including outdated information, errors in filling out the prescribed application form, and so on. We believe that with the implementation of the pilot project, refusals to provide public services due to incomplete documents and information will be eliminated," the head of the department said.A similar positive effect is expected from the state service "Issuing permits to labor immigrants." In the first quarter of this year, 457 applications for the issuance and renewal of permits were accepted for this service, of which 184 were subsequently rejected.In general, 92% of the total list of public services are provided in electronic format, which gives citizens the opportunity to receive them through the e-government portal."eGov.kz ", without affecting the time for visits to the PSC.On the portal, public services are grouped by specific fields of activity and life situations: "Starting a family", "Having a child", "You are buying an apartment", "Registering a business", "How to get a child into kindergarten, school", "You are sick", "You are getting a job", "You are going to retirement" and others.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/988761?lang=kk

On the first day of the session, representatives of the Zhastary Assembly of Kostanay region took part in a meeting on the theme "Zhastary Assembly: Zhana tolkyn, zhasampaz buyn", where they discussed key issues of the role of the younger generation in strengthening civil unity and national accord. On the second day of the session, Chairman of the Aksakaldar kenesi APK of Kostanay region, professor of the A.Baitursynuly State University Kalkaman Zhakyp was awarded the Order of "Kurmet", as well as a member of the German ethnocultural center "Vozrozhdenie" Olga Kikolenko was awarded the order of "El birligi". During the session, issues of preserving interethnic harmony and social stability, as well as the tasks facing the APK in the future were discussed. The APK session is an important platform for strengthening the unity and harmony of the people of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-ishki-sayasat/press/news/details/988762?lang=kk

The Department of Culture of the Akimat of Kostanay region took part in a meeting of the anti-terrorism commission of the Akimat of Kostanay region with the participation of representatives of law enforcement agencies and the National Security Committee of the Republic of Kazakhstan. During the meeting, explanations were given on industry instructions related to ensuring the anti-terrorist security of facilities vulnerable to terrorism.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-madeniet/press/news/details/988764?lang=kk

On April 30, 2025, in the Exposition Hall of the Department of Fine Arts of the Kostanay Regional Museum of local lore, the exhibition "spring" dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945 was held. Victory. An exhibition of Kostanay artists" memory " was opened.The exhibition featured works by artists such as N. Torshin,S. Lugovoy, V. Bykov, O. Kuskov, L. Dmitrieva, G. Nadeina, N. Yakovlva, A. Chernushka, S. Lee, A. Votkal, I. Shipulina, A. Figol, S. Kazantseva, O. Trenin and others.."Spring. Victory. The exhibition "memory" will work for a month.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-madeniet/press/news/details/988767?lang=kk

Abiba Abuzhakynova, a corporal in the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and leader of the Kazakhstani women’s judo team, delivered a strong performance at the prestigious Grand Slam international tournament held in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.On the first day of the competition, she earned Kazakhstan’s first medal — a bronze — in the under 48 kg weight category.Corporal Abuzhakynova confidently advanced to the semifinals, where she faced Wenna Zhuang of China. In a tense bout, the Kazakhstani athlete narrowly lost, but seized the opportunity to compete for third place.In the bronze medal match, she faced Ulbusin Hakimova from Uzbekistan. Abiba executed a solid hold-down technique and secured an early victory.A 3rd dan black belt (IJF), Abuzhakynova is one of Kazakhstan’s most decorated female judokas, regularly representing the country on the international stage. Her success in Dushanbe is a testament to her professionalism, relentless training, and fighting spirit — qualities that inspire the next generation of athletes.The National Guard rightfully takes pride in its athlete, who continues to honorably represent Kazakhstan and the service on the global tatami. Press Service of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/988770?lang=kk

In response to the threat of flooding, the institution’s administration has implemented additional safety measures.Control over engineering structures, utility systems, and perimeter fencing has been reinforced.Personnel have been placed on barracks duty.In addition to their security responsibilities, staff are actively participating in flood prevention efforts: pumping out water, constructing temporary sandbag dams, and monitoring the operation of pumping equipment.Timely and coordinated actions are allowing the situation to remain under control and helping to prevent emergencies.🇰🇿 Officers of the penal correction system serve in all weather conditions—day and night—remaining steadfast in their duty to ensure safety.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ps/press/news/details/988736?lang=kk

In Petropavlovsk, cadets from the National Guard Academy and servicemen of military unit 6637 congratulated World War II veteran Fyodor Shcheglov on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of Victory.The initiative for this heartfelt tribute came from the cadets and soldiers themselves, and it was fully supported by the leadership of the Academy and the military unit.A ceremonial drill march by a formation group, accompanied by a military band, was held in front of the 98-year-old veteran’s home. A former tank crewman, the veteran shared his wartime memories with the young servicemen.— I thank the National Guard troops for their attention and respect. May the skies above us remain peaceful and the country calm. The most important thing is that there be no more wars, — said the veteran.Fyodor Shcheglov was drafted into service from Königsberg. He personally endured the horrors of fierce battles in Palau, where he lost many of his comrades. His wartime valor has been recognized with the Order of the Patriotic War, 2nd Class, and the Medal “For the Victory over Japan.”It should be noted that the internal troops are conducting various commemorative events involving servicemen as part of the “100 Days to Victory” campaign. Press Service of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/988744?lang=kk

Cairo, April 30, 2025 – The Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Egypt Askar Zhengis held a meeting with Grand Imam of Al-Azhar Sheikh Ahmed El-Tayeb.During the meeting Ambassador referred to the invitation letter by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to attend the VIII Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, which will be held on September, 2025 in Astana, which was presented to him on February 19 this year, within the framework of an international conference in Manama, capital of Bahrain.The Grand Imam of Al-Azhar expressed his appreciation with great respect to the Head of the Kazakhstan for the invitation and to the Congress on the theme “Dialogue of Religions: Synergy for the Future”. He drew attention to the important role of our country in promoting and strengthening global interreligious dialogue. He also reiterated his readiness to continue joint development of cooperation in the field of theological education.Ambassador Zhengis noted that Kazakhstan conveys its great respect to Al-Azhar University, which is one of the main centers of education, science and spirituality in the Islamic world, as well as promoting mutual understanding and tolerant attitude towards each other on the part of representatives of different religions. After that, he expressed gratitude to the Grand Imam’s personal contribution to strengthening interfaith dialogue and supporting the ideas of the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions.Following the meeting, the parties agreed to hold joint protocol arrangements to organize the visit of the Egyptian delegation headed by Sheikh A. El-Tayeb to Astana to attend the VIII Congress.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-cairo/press/news/details/988750?lang=kk

The Day of Unity of the People of Kazakhstan was celebrated in Almaly district.Happy National Unity Day Of Kazakhstan!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty-almaly/press/news/details/988710?lang=kk

Қала аумағында экологиялық туризмді дамытуға бағытталған жаңа инвестициялық жоба – «OMIR SHYMKENT» кешені жүзеге асырылады. Жоба туралы «OMIR Glamping» компаниясының басшылығымен өткен кездесуде таныстырылды.Кешен құрамында глэмпинг орындары, капсула түріндегі қонақүй нөмірлері, жазғы террасалар, мейрамхана, ашық аспан астында концерт, кино көрсетілімдері мен іс-шараларға арналған алаңдар, сондай-ақ SPA-аймақ, монша мен бассейн қарастырылған.Аталған жоба қаламыздың туристік әлеуетін арттыруға, жаңа жұмыс орындарын ашуға және инфрақұрылымды орнықты дамытуға зор мүмкіндік береді.Мұндай бастамалар қаламызда туристік кластерді қалыптастыруда маңызды рөл атқарады. Жобаның табысты жүзеге асуына қажетті барлық қолдау көрсетілетін болады.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent-turizm/press/news/details/988654?lang=kk

Athens, 2 May 2025 — A working meeting between the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Greece, Timur Sultangozhin, and the Deputy Mayor of Piraeus for Foreign Affairs, European Programmes and Tourism, Andriana Zarakeli, took place at the city hall of the port city of Piraeus. The talks focused on further developing Kazakh-Greek cooperation in the transport-and-logistics sector and on strengthening inter-municipal ties between the cities of Piraeus and Aktau.The parties underlined the strategic importance of the ports of Aktau and Piraeus as key logistics hubs on the Caspian Sea–Mediterranean corridor. They noted that the presence of advanced port infrastructure offers wide prospects for cooperation, including the exchange of expertise in port management and the development of logistics routes. In this context, they discussed the possibility of signing, in the future, a Memorandum of Cooperation between the cities of Aktau and Piraeus that would create an institutional framework for expanding the partnership.The meeting also addressed upcoming contacts between the two countries’ ministries of transport and business communities aimed at building long-term interaction in logistics and international trade.Special attention was paid to cultural exchanges and cooperation in the tourism sector. Ambassador T. Sultangozhin confirmed Kazakhstan’s readiness to facilitate joint cultural events within the municipality of Piraeus with Kazakh participation. For her part, A. Zarakeli expressed the city authorities’ interest in implementing programmes intended to promote the cultural and historical heritage of both countries.The parties noted that the development of humanitarian and business ties creates a solid foundation for deepening economic cooperation and inter-regional partnership. Concluding the meeting, they reaffirmed their commitment to regular dialogue at various levels and expressed confidence that the agreements reached would open up new horizons for cooperation between Kazakhstan and Greece. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-athens/press/news/details/988660?lang=kk

On 28 April 2025, Astana hosted another round of political consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Republic of Poland.Welcoming the Polish delegation, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko highlighted that Astana regards Warsaw as its important political and economic partner within the European Union. He expressed Kazakhstan’s interest in deepening both bilateral and multilateral cooperation.Continuing the consultations, Director of the Europe Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Daniyar Seidaliyev and Director of the Eastern Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Poland Wojciech Zajączkowski discussed a wide range of issues, including the development of political dialogue, the expansion of trade and economic ties, as well as cooperation in the cultural and humanitarian spheres.Particular attention was given to the preparation of bilateral events planned for the current year, especially in political and economic areas.The diplomats also exchanged views on key regional and international issues, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening cooperation within multilateral frameworks.The head of Polish delegation reiterated Poland’s interest in enhancing mutually beneficial engagement with Kazakhstan across all priority areas.At the conclusion of the consultations, both parties agreed to further maintain a close dialogue between their foreign ministries of the two countries.For reference: Trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Poland in 2024 amounted to 1.12 billion US dollars, including 488.0 million dollars in exports and 639.1 million dollars in imports. For the first two months of 2025, trade turnover reached 169.2 million dollars. Cumulative foreign direct investment from Poland to Kazakhstan since 2005 totals 522.14 million US dollars. Over 140 companies with Polish capital operate in Kazakhstan, including Polpharma (Santo), Selena, Stockson, and others. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-warsaw/press/news/details/988664?lang=kk

Addis Ababa, May 2, 2025 - Kazakhstan and Ethiopia plan to increase bilateral trade and economic cooperation. This was discussed at the meeting of H.E. Mr.Barlybay Sadykov, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Ethiopia, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the African Union with H.E. Mr. Kassahun Gofe Balami, Minister of Trade and Regional Integration of Ethiopia.         Ambassador B.Sadykov informed about Kazakhstan's economic achievements, the main approaches of trade and investment policy, Kazakhstan's participation in international and regional economic organizations, transit and transport policy and prospects for developing cooperation with African countries. It was emphasized that Kazakhstan is interested in expanding cooperation with Ethiopia and it was proposed to intensify cooperation between public and private structures of the two countries. The importance of Ethiopia's participation in the Astana International Forum on May 29-30, 2025 was noted.         Mr. Kassahun Gofe Balami, Minister of Trade and Regional Integration, reported on the ongoing reform of Ethiopia's trade and economic policy, improvement of the business climate, stable GDP growth in the country and optimistic forecasts of global financial institutions for economic growth in the country for 2025-2026, as well as the intensification of the Ministry's activities on Ethiopia's accession to the WTO.         Following the meeting, the parties agreed to intensify cooperation in order to further develop and expand the export market of Kazakhstan and Ethiopia in accordance with signed in 2004 Roadmap for the development of bilateral political, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian cooperation between Kazakhstan and Ethiopia. An agreement was reached to jointly hold a business forum in Addis Ababa with the participation of representatives of public and private structures, and to enhance cooperation between the Chambers of Commerce and Industry of the parties.            Following the meeting, Ambassador B.Sadykov got acquainted with the activities of the Export Trade Exhibition Center, located in the building of the Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration of Ethiopia.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-addis-ababa/press/news/details/988665?lang=kk

Шымкент қаласына Иран Ислам Республикасының Қазақстан Республикасындағы Төтенше және Өкілетті Елшісі Али Акбар Джоукар ресми іссапармен келді.Кездесу барысында сауда-экономикалық, инвестициялық және мәдени-гуманитарлық салалардағы екіжақты ынтымақтастықты дамыту мәселелері талқыланды. Әсіресе, екі елдің іскер топтары арасындағы байланысты нығайтуға ерекше назар аударылды.Сауда, өнеркәсіп, ауыл шаруашылығы, білім, туризм және мәдениет салаларындағы өзара ынтымақтастықты дамытуға дайын екеніміз атап өтілді.Кездесу аясында Шымкент қаласында Иран тауар өндірушілерінің көрмесін және қос елдің бизнес өкілдерінің қатысуымен іскерлік форум ұйымдастыру ұсынылды. Сондай-ақ, мәдени және экономикалық серіктестікті нығайту мақсатында Шымкент пен Иран қалаларының бірінің арасында бауырластық қатынас орнату бастамасы көтерілді.Аталған бастамалар Шымкент пен Иран арасындағы әріптестік байланыстарды одан әрі тереңдетуге өз үлесін қосатынына сеніміміз мол.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent-turizm/press/news/details/988645?lang=kk

Vienna, May 2, 2025 – The Permanent Representative of Kazakhstan to International Organizations in Vienna, Mukhtar Tileuberdi, met with Dr. Simonetta Siligato, the newly appointed Director of the Multi-Country Office of the UN Office for Project Services (UNOPS) in Vienna.During the meeting, the two sides discussed the current state of cooperation between Kazakhstan and UNOPS and explored opportunities for its further development. Ambassador Mukhtar Tileuberdi spoke about the adoption by the UN General Assembly of a resolution on the establishment of a UN Regional Center for Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan in Almaty, and welcomed the decision to open a UNOPS office in Kazakhstan. The parties agreed to expedite the signing of the Agreement on the Legal Status of the UNOPS Office in Kazakhstan.Special attention was given to the implementation of ongoing and planned projects in Kazakhstan and across the Central Asia. At the end of the meeting, both parties reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-vienna/press/news/details/988600?lang=kk

KazAID at the UN Conference in the Philippines: Global Challenges and DevelopmentFrom 28 to 29 April 2025, A. Arystanov, Chairman of KazAID, participated in the High Level Conference of Middle Income Countries on ‘Opening New Horizons: Strategic Action Plan for Middle Income Countries’ held in the Republic of the Philippines, Manila.The conference was organized by the Government of the Republic of the Philippines in cooperation with the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and the UN Development Coordination Office.The main goal of the event was to discuss the impact of global challenges on the sustainable development of middle-income countries and to develop specific recommendations for shaping a Strategic Action Plan.The discussions brought together representatives of governments, financial and banking institutions, UN development system structures, and the private sector.Also, on the margins of the conference A. Arystanov held a bilateral meeting with the Director of the UN Office for South-South Cooperation D. Al-Khatib, during which the prospects of interaction within the framework of South-South cooperation were discussed. In addition, the group of middle-income countries chaired by the Republic of the Philippines adopted the Makati Declaration.KazAID's participation in this event allowed to strengthen cooperation with partner agencies in the region and to present Kazakhstan's position in the field of official development assistance in the international arena.   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazaid/press/news/details/988552?lang=kk

Согласно плана мероприятий отдела образования Осакаровского района 25 апреля 2025 года  в ДЮЦ «Жастар» для учащихся 9-11 классов и их родителей проведена  «Ярмарка профессий».Цель мероприятия: ознакомить выпускников 9-11  классов с широким спектром профессиональных возможностей и стимулировать их интерес к сферам, востребованным на рынке труда, а также помочь им принять правильное решение в выборе профессии.На ярмарке приняли участие более 18 колледжей и два ВУЗа:  Карагандинской области: «Әбілқас Сағынов атындағы Қарағанды техникалық университет» НАО, Карагандинский высший политехнический колледж, Карагандинский Высший Колледж «Bolashaq», КГКП «Карагандинский агротехнический колледж», КГКП «Карагандинский областной высший сестринский колледж», КГУ «Школа-интернат-колледж Осакаровского района» КГКП «Нуринский многопрофильный колледж имени Болата Абдикаримова», КГКП «Карагандинский технико-строительный колледж», ЧУ «Современный многопрофильный колледж»,ЧУ «Карагандинский технико-экономический колледж», Академия «Bolashaq», КГКП «Саранский технический колледж», КГКП «Саранский высший гуманитарный колледж им Абая Кунанбаева», КГКП «Абайский многопрофильный колледж».Выпускники школ познакомились с правилами приема абитуриентов и условиями обучения на дневном отделениях, представители  ответили на вопросы выпускников о продолжительности обучения, возможности продолжать обучение в магистратуре, наличии бюджетных мест и другое. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu-osakarovka/press/news/details/988523?lang=kk

London, 30 April 2025 – The 11th meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation between Kazakhstan and the United Kingdom was held in London. The Kazakh delegation was led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov. The meeting was attended by the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to the UK Magzhan Ilyassov, UK Ambassador to Kazakhstan Kathy Leach, and representatives of relevant ministries, national companies, and quasi-governmental sectors from both countries.The UK side was headed by Douglas Alexander, Minister of State for Trade Policy and Economic Security at the Department for Business and Trade.The parties noted that the signing of the Strategic Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between Kazakhstan and the UK last year has opened new prospects for deepening cooperation in critical minerals, green energy and climate, transport and logistics, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, education, and financial partnerships.In his remarks, Deputy Minister Kuantyrov emphasized that the UK is one of Kazakhstan’s key trading partners and top investors, with total FDI exceeding 22 billion US dollars: “We greatly value the UK’s contribution to the development of Kazakhstan’s key industries and are committed to building a next-level partnership — focused on investment, technology, and knowledge transfer.”During the meeting, bilateral documents were signed, including the Protocol of the Intergovernmental Commission, a Roadmap for cooperation in agriculture, as well as memorandums on collaboration in water resource management and the localization of biopharmaceuticals in Kazakhstan in partnership with AstraZeneca.The Intergovernmental Commission remains a crucial mechanism for trade and economic cooperation between Kazakhstan and the United Kingdom, providing a systematic approach to implementing existing agreements and shaping new areas of strategic engagement.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/988504?lang=kk

2025 год – объявлен в Казахстане годом празднования 180-летнего юбилея великого казахского поэта, просветителя Абая Кунанбаева. Произведения Абая знают и ценят во всем мире. Его труды уникальны и неподвластны времени.С целью выявления одарённых детей, популяризации наследия великого казахского поэта, философа, гуманиста и основоположника казахской классической литературы Абая Кунанбаева, 29 апреля 2025 года на базе КГУ «Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) имени Абая» отдела образования Осакаровского района управления образования Карагандинской области проведен районный конкурс мини-проектов «Величие мысли Абая». В защите проектов приняли участие учащиеся 8-10 классов общеобразовательных организаций. По решению жюри распределены призовые места:1 место - Сулейменова Мадина 7 б класс, руководитель Головина С.А. ОШ им.Абая;2 место - Мейіржан Құштар 9 класс, руководитель Мукажанова Г. К. ОШ №13;3 место - Сигарева Тамара 8 В класс, руководитель Чернова Т. В. ОШ №3;1 место - Немчинов Юрий 10 класс, руководитель Сулейменова Л.Н. ОШ им.А.Байтурсынова;2 место - Мухамадиев Наиль 8 класс, руководитель Фионина В. А. ОШ №7;3 место - Олейник Владимир 9 класс, руководитель Степанова О.Н. ОШ №15;3 место - Руднева Александра, 9 класс, руководитель Смагулов Т.Б. ОСШ №31.Поздравляем победителей!!!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu-osakarovka/press/news/details/988509?lang=kk

We would like to inform you that scheduled technical maintenance will be carried out on the electronic payment system operator's network from August 4 to August 15 of this year.During this period, bank card payment acceptance will be temporarily suspended in city and suburban public transport.Please note: We kindly ask you to choose alternative payment methods in advance.Thank you for your understanding, and we apologize for the temporary inconvenience. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1268413?lang=ru