News by tag - Government session

Economic growth of Kazakhstan amounted to 6.4% in January–November 2025

At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov, the results of socio-economic development for January–November 2025 were reviewed. A report was delivered by Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin.

Olzhas Bektenov on the tasks set by the Head of State: it is necessary to maintain the pace of economic growth by the end of the year

At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the results of the country’s socio-economic development and the execution of the republican budget for 11 months of the current year were reviewed.

Implementation of the Keden Platform and Modernization of Border Checkpoints: Customs Clearance Time Reduced Threefold

At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, measures to enhance the country’s transport and transit potential were reviewed. Minister of Finance Madi Takiyev reported on ongoing work to digitalize customs administration, introduce artificial intelligence and modernize border checkpoints.

Volume of transit cargo reached 29.4 million tons – Ministry of Transport

Minister of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan Nurlan Sauranbayev reported at the Government session on the ongoing work to develop the country’s transport and logistics potential.

Implementation of the President’s Instructions: Government Reviews Measures for the Development and Digitalization of the Transport and Transit Sector

At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the issue of developing and digitalizing the transport and transit sector was reviewed.

«State Support Measures Will Be Provided Only to Good-Faith Market Participants», — Olzhas Bektenov on Supporting Domestic Pharmaceutical Manufacturers

At the Government session, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov noted the ongoing work to stimulate the inflow of funds into the domestic pharmaceutical industry, within which investment agreements are being concluded.

One-Time Legalization of Waste Will Be Conducted in Kazakhstan

At the session of the Government, Vice Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan Zhomart Aliyev reported on the planned measures under the Waste Management Concept for 2026–2030.

Implementation of Presidential Instructions on Improving Environmental Protection: Government Approves the Concept for Managing All Types of Waste for 2026–2030

At the session of the Government chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the draft Concept for Managing All Types of Waste for 2026–2030 was approved. The document was developed as part of the instructions of the Head of State to improve the environmental situation in the country. Vice Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources Zhomart Aliev presented the key approaches. Reports from regional akims and a representative of the sectoral organization Ecojer were also heard.

Infrastructure Framework for Five Cross-Border Hubs Has Been Formed in Kazakhstan

At the session of the Government chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, issues of developing special economic and industrial zones involved in the formation of cross-border hubs were reviewed. Deputy Minister of Industry and Construction Iran Sharkhan reported on the progress of infrastructure construction and the expansion of territories.

All Cross-Border Hubs Are Provided with Transport Infrastructure – Ministry of Transport

At the session of the Government, Minister of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan Nurlan Sauranbayev reported on the transport infrastructure support for cross-border hubs.

A 30% Increase in Non-Raw-Materials Exports Will Be Ensured by the Launch of New Cross-Border Hubs — Ministry of Trade

At the session of the Government chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the progress of forming cross-border hubs was reviewed within the framework of the President’s instructions to establish Kazakhstan as a key logistics hub of Eurasia. Minister of Trade and Integration Arman Shakkaliyev reported on the current status of project implementation and infrastructure development.

Implementation of Presidential Instructions: Government Reviews Measures for the Development of Cross-Border Hubs

At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the issue of developing cross-border hubs was considered. Reports were delivered by Minister of Trade and Integration Arman Shakkaliev, Minister of Transport Nurlan Sauranbayev, Vice Minister of Industry Iran Sharkhan, as well as heads of several regions.

New Investment Attraction Mechanism Will Be Launched in Kazakhstan

At the session of the Government chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the draft Joint Action Program of the Government, the National Bank and the ARFRM on macroeconomic stabilization and improving the well-being of the population for 2026–2028 was considered. Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin reported on the key areas of the new document.

Joint Action Program Developed on the Instructions of the President Has Been Adopted by Government, the National Bank, and the ARDFM

At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the Joint Action Program for Stabilizing and Improving the Well-Being of the Population for 2026–2028 was approved.

Additional Inpatient Beds and Mobile Teams: Olzhas Bektenov Instructs Strengthening the Provision of Medical Care to Citizens During the Viral Illness Season

At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the issue of the current incidence of influenza and viral infections was reviewed. Minister of Healthcare Akmaral Alnazarova reported on the epidemiological situation in the country.

Prime Minister Instructs Strengthening Measures to Prevent Fires, Fatalities, and Injuries

At the Government session, Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov expressed his deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those who died as a result of the tragic incident that occurred in the village of Algabas in the Turkestan region.