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Olzhas Bektenov and Mikhail Mishustin discuss trade and economic cooperation in Astana

Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov and Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation Mikhail Mishustin held bilateral talks, during which they discussed the implementation of agreements reached between the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Russian President Vladimir Putin to increase the volume of bilateral trade.

Olzhas Bektenov: Government to ensure implementation of President's instructions on economic growth and improvement of citizens' living standards

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting on the implementation of the instructions of the Head of State, given during the extended Government session on 28 January this year.

Set of measures to improve fiscal and tax system presented by Government

During the enlarged Government session chaired by Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov voiced a number of proposals aimed at improving the fiscal system and economic growth.

Prime Minister reports to President on key projects in promising sectors of economy

At the enlarged Government session under the chairmanship of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov reported on the implementation of key projects in promising sectors of the economy.

Support for TNA, IT industry, medicine and science: Olzhas Bektenov reports to President on efficiency of work on development of industries

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov reported to the Head of State on the results of measures to support domestic producers, IT-sector, social sphere and science at the enlarged Government session.

Olzhas Bektenov: Priorities of Government – ensuring quality economic growth and improving citizens' welfare

Olzhas Bektenov discusses trade and economic cooperation with PRC Ambassador to Kazakhstan Han Chunlin

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of China to Kazakhstan Han Chunlin, who started his diplomatic mission in Kazakhstan. They discussed issues of trade and economic cooperation, expansion of cooperation in the field of investment, agro-industrial complex, transport and logistics, energy, cultural and humanitarian sphere, tourism and others.

Improving transparency of scholarship process in Kazakhstan

Scholarship payments from the state are an important instrument of support for students, helping them to partially cover financial expenses and focus on their studies. In recent years, a significant step has been made towards strengthening material support for students, which is an important part of the state policy to improve access to education and stimulate academic performance.

Government hears preparations for national agricultural census in 2025

On 1 August, Kazakhstan will launch a national agricultural census. This will allow for an objective and holistic assessment of the state of agriculture and a reliable source of data for the formation of state policy in this sector.

Government holds press conference on National Project on modernisation of energy and utilities sectors

The Government held a press conference on the implementation of the National Project on Modernisation of the Energy and Utilities Sectors.

Olzhas Bektenov holds meeting on influence of external factors on national economy

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov held a working meeting on the impact of external factors on the country's economy.

Ensuring well-being of children remains priority for Government

On the instructions of the President of Kazakhstan, large-scale legislative and strategic measures are being implemented to protect the rights of children. At the moment there are 6.8 million children in the country, which is one third of the population.

More than 1.6 thousand billboards advertising betting offices dismantled in Kazakhstan

In Kazakhstan, strict restrictions on advertising of bookmaker offices and totalisators have been introduced. The implementation of the requirements of the legislation was considered at a meeting chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Tamara Duisenova.

Olzhas Bektenov discusses further economic development with experts

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov met with representatives of the expert community in the field of economy and entrepreneurship.

Construction of three airports started in Kazakhstan

On the instructions of the Head of State, Kazakhstan started construction of three new airports in the resort areas of Zaisan, Katon-Karagai and Kendirli to develop domestic tourism and passenger air travel. The implementation of these projects will give an impetus to the development of the economy of these regions, as well as contribute to the inflow of domestic and foreign tourists. These projects will create additional jobs for the local population.

Zhambyl region starts issuing vouchers for kindergartens at district level

The process of introducing voucher financing in preschool education in Kazakhstan is gaining momentum, covering new regions and improving accessibility of services for preschool children. The system is being successfully implemented in Taraz, Shymkent, Turkestan, Astana and Uralsk.

Export of IT services in Kazakhstan exceeded $470 mln

The issues of IT services and products export development were considered at the Government session under the chairmanship of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov. The report was made by the Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry Zhaslan Madiyev.

Taza like, Ayala and other projects to promote environmental culture in 2025

In 2025, Kazakhstan will continue to actively work on the formation of a new eco-culture aimed at improving the environment and involving society in environmental initiatives.

Taza Kazakstan action: Amendments made to the Standard Rules for improvement of cities and settlements

Minister of Industry and Construction Kanat Sharlapayev reported at the Government session that within the framework of the republican environmental action Taza Kazakstan amendments were made to the Model Rules of improvement of territories of cities and settlements.

Taza Kazakstan: record results of environmental action in 2024

The Government session chaired by the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov considered the implementation of the republican environmental action Taza Kazakstan, which was initiated by the Head of State. The Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources Yerlan Nysanbayev reported on the measures taken.

Development of IT-export: Prime Minister instructs to support domestic developers and strengthen work to attract major players to Kazakhstan

At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov the issues of development of export of IT-services and products were considered. Zhaslan Madiyev, Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry, made a report.

Implementation of Taza Kazakhstan environmental action considered by Government: 6.2 million people took part in 2024, 1.1 million tonnes of waste collected and about 1.6 million trees planted.

At the Government session under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov the issue of the implementation of Taza Kazakhstan ecological action was considered. The reports were made by the heads of relevant ministries.

Ministry of Agriculture: Potato stocks sufficient to fully cover domestic demand

On the instructions of the Prime Minister, the Ministries of Agriculture, Trade and Integration are constantly monitoring the situation on the potato market of the country.

Draft fiscal reforms discussed with experts

On the instructions of the Prime Minister to develop new approaches to the reform of fiscal policy, Deputy Minister – Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin held the first meeting of the Expert Council under the Ministry of National Economy.

12 million labelled medicines sold through pharmacies and medical organisations in Kazakhstan

The Government reviewed the interim results of the system of labelling and control of the movement of medicines. Representatives of the Ministry of Healthcare, SK Pharmacy and Kazakhtelecom attended the meeting chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Tamara Duisenova.

Brick plant, CHP and camel milk powder factory to be commissioned in Kyzylorda

Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin held a meeting on the development of the real sector of the economy, which considered the investment development of Kyzylorda region.

Olzhas Bektenov holds meeting on affordable housing

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting on further development of housing construction and increasing the affordability of housing. The progress of work on fulfilment of instructions of the Head of State, voiced in an interview to Ana tili newspaper, was considered.

Project Office for implementation of Energy and Utilities Sector Modernisation National Project started its work

Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbayev held the first meeting of the Project Office for the implementation of the Energy and Utilities Sector Modernisation National Project.

Practices, training camps and hopes: how Kazakhstan prepares for Asian Winter Games in China

The progress of preparations for the IX Asian Winter Games was considered at the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov. Minister of Tourism and Sports Yerbol Myrzabasynov made a report.

E-commerce market infrastructure being actively developed in Kazakhstan

Chairman of the Board of Kazpost JSC Assel Zhanasova noted at the Government session that to ensure the growth of e-commerce in the country is developing a network of modern warehouse complexes.

Marketplaces from abroad to be regulated in Kazakhstan

At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the issues of improving online sales in Kazakhstan were considered. The Minister of Trade and Integration Arman Shakkaliyev reported on the situation in the e-commerce market.

Measures to prepare for IX Asian Winter Games considered by Government. Prime Minister instructes to intensify work to improve competitiveness of Kazakhstani sports

The Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov reviewed the progress of preparations for the IX Asian Winter Games. Minister of Tourism and Sports Yerbol Myrzabasynov made a report.

E-commerce market volume in Kazakhstan reaches 3.2 trillion tenge: Government considers measures to strengthen consumer and producer protection in industry

At the Government session under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov the issue of e-commerce development was considered. Minister of Trade and Integration Arman Shakkaliyev made a report. Hear representatives of the industry: Chairman of the Board of Kazpost Assel Zhanasova, Chairman of Halyk Bank Umut Shayakhmetova, Chairman of the Board of the Association of Digital Kazakhstan Denis Stepantsev.

Quantity of machinery for treatment of fields against locusts increased twice as much

In addition, to make the purchase and use of ground spraying equipment and UAVs affordable, agricultural producers and chemical treatment service providers are reimbursed 25% of the cost of the purchased equipment. The Ministry of Agriculture's investment subsidy rules have already been amended for this purpose.

Olzhas Bektenov introduces new Minister of Justice

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov presented to the staff of the Ministry of Justice the new Minister Yerlan Sarsembayev.