During the Government session, Transport Minister Marat Karabayev made a report on plans for the development of the road sector.
Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov and Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Alexander Novak discussed topical issues of Kazakhstan-Russian cooperation in energy, oil, gas and infrastructure.
As part of a working visit to Shymkent, Roman Sklyar, First Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan, familiarised himself with key infrastructure and investment projects. The purpose of the trip was to assess initiatives aimed at improving the urban environment, improving the quality of life of the population and strengthening the economic potential of the region.
Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov got acquainted with the master plan of development of the city of Kosshy in Akmola region and checked the work on creation of social infrastructure being carried out in the region. Akim of Akmola region Marat Akhmetzhanov informed the Prime Minister about the socio-economic development of the region.
Measures to provide the Internet on the highways of national importance and the implementation of innovative projects in the transport industry were discussed during the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov. The report was made by the Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry.
Director General of the National Centre for Quality of Road Assets Bolatbek Aitbayev reported at the Government session on the work on expertise of quality of roads.
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".
