08.10.2026
CHP, Hospital, Industrial Zone: Olzhas Bektenov Visits Balkhash Infrastructure Facilities
During a working trip to the Karaganda region, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov reviewed the modernization of Balkhash's municipal, energy, and social infrastructure as part of the tasks set by the Head of State to improve the quality of life for citizens. The visits included the Balkhash Combined Heat and Power Plant (CHP), a new angiographic center at the multidisciplinary hospital, and the Balkhash Industrial Zone.
«The rapid development of artificial intelligence is already influencing people’s worldview and behavior, especially among the youth. There is no alternative, as this process is fundamentally transforming the world order and the way of life of all humankind. We must be prepared for this. Decisive action is required; any delay may lead to the most serious consequences. Therefore, I have set a strategically important task to transform Kazakhstan into a fully digital country within three years».