Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov, speaking at the First International Environmental Conference in the city of Manzherok (Altai Republic), highlighted the issue of the Caspian Sea’s shallowing as one of the key regional challenges.
A meeting was held between the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Olzhas Bektenov, and the Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation, Mikhail Mishustin. The parties discussed the practical implementation of the agreements reached at the highest level.
Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting on the development of the aviation industry. The meeting reviewed the progress of implementing the President’s instructions to strengthen Kazakhstan’s role as an aviation hub, in particular, the development of aviation hubs and modernization of ground infrastructure. Special attention was given to the issue of creating a national cargo air carrier.
Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting on the implementation of the instructions of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to enhance the protection of medical workers and improve safety in healthcare institutions.
At a Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, measures to develop the mining and metallurgical complex were considered in accordance with the instructions of the Head of State.
Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting with Georgia’s Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Mariam Kvrivishvili. The parties discussed bilateral cooperation in areas including trade and investment development, implementation of infrastructure projects, expansion of transport and logistics ties—particularly within the framework of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR)—and increasing the volume of agricultural trade.
As part of his working trip to the Ulytau Region, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov inspected the implementation of the President’s instructions regarding the modernization of energy and utility infrastructure.
Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting with the Governor of Hiroshima Prefecture, Hidehiko Yuzaki. Current issues of bilateral cooperation were discussed, including trade and economic relations as well as humanitarian initiatives.
During a briefing following the Government meeting, the Prime Minister answered a question from journalists regarding businesses fulfilling their tax obligations fairly. In particular, the issue concerned tax payments by large construction companies.
In Kazakhstan, previously projected tariffs for public utilities have been revised downward. This was announced by the Prime Minister at a government press conference. Olzhas Bektenov emphasized that the decision was made to reduce inflationary pressure and ensure social stability.
During a briefing following the Government meeting, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov addressed journalists’ questions regarding public spending on the social sector.
Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, speaking at a briefing following the Government meeting, addressed journalists’ questions regarding the Head of State’s goal to grow Kazakhstan’s economy to $450 billion by 2029.
At a Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, veterinary control measures in the livestock sector and the digitalization of the industry were discussed.
At a Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the development of the livestock sector was discussed.
Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov took part in the 17th Summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO), held in the city of Khankendi, Azerbaijan.
Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov chaired a meeting on the implementation of major energy and infocommunication projects as part of the President’s directives, including those issued during the extended Government session.