The Government held a press conference on the implementation of the National Project on Modernisation of the Energy and Utilities Sectors.
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.
Deputy Minister of Transport Maksat Kaliakparov reported at the Government session on measures to modernise transport infrastructure, develop international corridors and simplify customs procedures.
Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov checked the progress of the project on construction of light rail transport (LRT) line in the capital.
As part of a working trip to the Mangystau region, Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov familiarised himself with the solution of infrastructure problems and attraction of private investment in the economy on the example of the Mangystau nuclear power plant, Caspiy desalination plant and KazAzot enterprise.
Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting with the Chairman of the Board of the Eurasian Development Bank Nikolai Podguzov. The issues of expansion of investment cooperation and EDB participation in the implementation of infrastructure projects were considered.
Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov within his working trip to Zhetisu region got acquainted with the construction of the main gas pipeline "Taldykorgan-Usharal", implemented on behalf of the Head of State.
Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov within the framework of his working trip to the region of Zhetisu familiarised himself with the socio-economic development of the region and gave a number of instructions on the development of agribusiness, manufacturing, tourism and measures to support SMEs to increase their contribution to the economy.
The issues of restoration of social facilities and infrastructure, as well as construction and purchase of housing for flood victims were considered at the meeting chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov.
On behalf of the Head of State, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov took part in the business forum of the Dialogue "Central Asia + Japan".
Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov within his working trip to Atyrau region heard a report on the progress in eliminating the consequences of floods and the pace of recovery work in the city of Kulsary, Zhylyoi district.
Head of the Government Olzhas Bektenov during his working trip to Abay region monitored the progress of modernization of the emergency CHPP in Semey city, as well as checked the state of engineering infrastructure and readiness for the heating period.
Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting with the Governor of the Tyumen region of the Russian Federation Alexander Moor.
The Government continues rehabilitation works in educational institutions and organizations affected by spring floods. For this purpose, additional funds have been allocated from the emergency reserve of the Government. The corresponding decree was signed by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov.
Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov is on a working trip to the west of the country. The main purpose is to check the progress of fulfillment of the instructions of the Head of State on providing the victims of floods with housing.
Head of the Government Olzhas Bektenov during his working trip to East Kazakhstan region familiarized with the plans for the development of road transport industry and checked the pace of construction of the Kurchum bridge crossing over the Bukhtarma reservoir. The project is being implemented by order of the President taking into account the requests of residents for transport connection of several districts with the central part of the region.