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Olzhas Bektenov inspects bank reinforcement of Atyrau's residential areas in anticipation of second flood peak

​​​​​​​Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov within the framework of fulfilment of instructions of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev checked the progress of measures taken to reduce the risk of flooding in Atyrau region. 

Prime Minister of Kazakhstan instructions to ensure strict control over commissioning of all houses in time

At the Government session Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov instructed to ensure effective control over the legality of construction to solve the problem of long construction sites and timely commissioning of housing.

Kazakhstan government to toughen liability of property developers for illegal construction 

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov instructed to take measures to launch a new mortgage programme and implementation of the rental housing mechanism to stimulate demand for real estate. This year the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has set a task for the Government to ensure commissioning of 18 million square metres of housing across the country. 

Olzhas Bektenov instructs to make housing waiting lists transparent and understandable by the end of six months 

At the Government session Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov on the issue of housing construction and completion of problem objects heard the report of the Minister of Industry and Construction Kanat Sharlapayev, as well as akims of a number of regions.

Olzhas Bektenov instructs to provide additional assistance to flood-affected families

At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov reports of Deputy Minister for Emergency Situations Bauyrzhan Syzdykov, akims of western regions, as well as North Kazakhstan region on flood control measures were heard.

Olzhas Bektenov familiarises himself with Astana Hub startup projects and instructs to strengthen measures to support talented young people

Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov visited the EXPO pavilion, where he toured the digital infrastructure of the Astana Hub technopark and familiarised himself with startup projects.

Olzhas Bektenov: rather than selling raw materials as gas, we produce polyethylene, which increases added value by 20 times

Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov met with the heads of the world's largest oil and gas chemical companies – President of China Petrochemical Corporation (SINOPEC) Zhao Dong and Chairman of the Board of SIBUR LLC Mikhail Karisalov.

Olzhas Bektenov discusses water resources management issues with Heads of Diplomatic Missions of European Union countries

Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov held the 14th meeting of the dialogue platform "Kazakhstan - European Union". The meeting was attended by heads of diplomatic missions of member states of the European Union, as well as top managers of a number of European companies. 

Olzhas Bektenov and Head of the Sakha Republic Aysen Nikolayev discuss issues of trade and economic cooperation

Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov met with the Head of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) Aysen Nikolayev, who arrived on a visit to Astana to participate in the opening ceremony of the Days of the Republic of Sakha in Kazakhstan.   

Olzhas Bektenov orders to pay lump-sum compensation to flood victims by late this week

Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting on the issue of compensation to citizens affected by floods. The reports of the Minister of Finance Madi Takayev, Industry and Construction Kanat Sharlapayev, regional akims were heard.

Olzhas Bektenov introduced to digital tools to support domestic commodity producers and forecast flood situation

Digital tools to support domestic producers have been developed on the instructions of the Prime Minister.

Measures to protect strategic life support facilities from floods strengthened in Uralsk

In the West Kazakhstan region strengthened measures to protect the facilities of life support systems. In particular, in Uralsk, a set of flood control measures was organised at the facilities of Batys su Arnasy LLP, Zhaiykteploenergo JSC, as well as at the pumping station.

Earth ramparts and over 5,000 military personnel: West Kazakhstan region prepares for big water

In West Kazakhstan region measures are being taken to prevent large-scale flooding. The grouping of forces concentrated in the region for flood control works exceeded 6.3 thousand people. 

Government allocates funds to purchase houses for flood victims in Arkalyk

The Government decree allocated 405 million tenge from the emergency reserve of the Government to provide housing for residents of Arkalyk city, Kostanay region, who suffered as a result of floods. 

Olzhas Bektenov: over 10,000 servicemen mobilised to protect west regions from big water

Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov held a working meeting of the Republican headquarters for the coordination of flood control measures and elimination of consequences of floods. The main issue was the situation in the western regions, where the second wave of floods is expected. 

Olzhas Bektenov checks hydraulic structures condition considering forecasts of second flood wave in West regions

The Prime Minister, Head of the Republican headquarters for coordination of flood control measures and elimination of consequences of the flood period Olzhas Bektenov checked the progress of work and measures to fulfil the instructions of the Head of State in West Kazakhstan region. 

Olzhas Bektenov pays working visit to Bishkek

On the instructions of the Head of State, Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov made a short-term working visit to the Kyrgyz Republic.

Olzhas Bektenov: over 3,000 people involved in flood control measures in North Kazakhstan region

Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov inspected work on strengthening dams in Petropavlovsk, designed to protect the city and neighbouring settlements from floods in case of overflow of the Yesil River.

Olzhas Bektenov checks Astana counter-regulator: Situation remains stable

Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov with the Akims of Astana city Zhenis Kassymbek and Akmola region Marat Akhmetzhanov checked the current flood situation. 

Olzhas Bektenov holds Flood Defence Headquarters meeting in Atyrau

In Atyrau, an off-site meeting of the Republican Headquarters for coordination of flood control measures and elimination of flood consequences was held under the leadership of Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov. The leadership of ministries and regional akimats was connected in the videoconference mode.

Olzhas Bektenov checks flood situation in Kulsary and answers residents' questions

On the instructions of the Head of State, Olzhas Bektenov, Prime Minister, the Head of the Republican Headquarters for coordination of flood control measures and elimination of consequences of the flood period, checked the current situation in Atyrau region. The territory was overflighted, the progress of bank protection works was inspected. 

Olzhas Bektenov: Main task is safeguarding our residents' security

By order of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Prime Minister, Head of the Republican headquarters for coordination of flood control measures and elimination of consequences of the flood period Olzhas Bektenov is in Kostanay region, where the difficult flood situation continues.

Olzhas Bektenov and Deputy Prime Ministers work in regions on locations with difficult flood situation

On the instructions of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to stabilise the flood situation, the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Ministers are working in regions with a difficult flood situation. 

Olzhas Bektenov: Government not to leave anyone without shelter over their heads

The meeting of the Republican headquarters for the coordination of flood control measures and elimination of consequences of floods with the participation of heads of regional headquarters in the selector mode was held in Aktobe region under the chairmanship of Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov. 

Olzhas Bektenov checks flood situation in Aktobe region and instructs to speed up evacuation of villagers at risk zone

Prime Minister of Kazakhstan, head of the Republican headquarters for coordination of flood control measures and floods Olzhas Bektenov checked the flood situation in Aktobe region and familiarised himself with the progress of execution of the instructions of the Head of State on the ground.

Olzhas Bektenov meets with Nazarbayev University's scientific developments

Nazarbayev University hosted a meeting of the Supreme Board of Trustees of Nazarbayev University, Nazarbayev Intellectual Schools and Nazarbayev Foundation under the chairmanship of the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov.

Production expansion, new projects and business conditions: Prime Minister instructs to take comprehensive measures for single-industry towns development

Prospects for the development of single-industry towns in Kazakhstan considered at a Government session chaired by Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov.

Olzhas Bektenov warns Kazakhstanis to take seriously notification of akimats and special services

The current flood situation in the country was considered at the Government session chaired by the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov. Reports on the topic were made by the Ministers of Ecology and Natural Resources, Water Resources and Irrigation, Deputy Minister for Emergency Situations and Akims of the regions.

Olzhas Bektenov holds meeting of Republican headquarters on flood control coordination and consequences elimination of flooding period 

The main task of the Headquarters is to coordinate activities to carry out flood control measures and ensure the safety of citizens.

Olzhas Bektenov holds Asset Return Commission meeting

On 29 March 2024, a meeting of the Asset Return Commission was held under the chairmanship of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov.

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov holds Council meeting on improvement of investment climate

Under the chairmanship of the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov, a meeting of the Council for Improving the Investment Climate was held, where the issues of improving tax legislation, competition development and the introduction of international standards to combat corruption were discussed.

No failures acceptable: Government discusses preparations for locust control

On 28 March 2024, Deputy Prime Minister Serik Zhumangarin held a regular monthly meeting on preparations for locust control.

Olzhas Bektenov: Saving people's lives and minimise disaster consequences to be main thing today

Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov heard a report of the Minister for Emergency Situations Chingis Arinov in the Crisis Management Centre of the Ministry for Emergency Situations. In the videoconference mode were connected territorial emergency departments.  

Olzhas Bektenov visits backbone enterprises of North Kazakhstan 

Within the framework of his working trip to North Kazakhstan region Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov got acquainted with the activities of a number of large industrial enterprises of the region, whose products are widely used in agricultural, oil and gas, railway industries in the country and abroad. 

Olzhas Bektenov checks execution of President's instruction to modernise CHPP in Petropavlovsk 

As part of his working trip to North Kazakhstan region, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov got acquainted with the progress of modernisation of the communal and energy sector and development of road and transport infrastructure.