As part of his working trip to the city of Shymkent, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov reviewed the socio-economic development of the metropolis and the execution of instructions from President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to develop new economic growth points in the region and improve road quality.
Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov took part in the 9th Kazakhstan Global Investment Roundtable (KGIR). This year, the event is taking place in the city of Shymkent, demonstrating the dynamic development of the metropolis located at the intersection of Eurasia's key trade flows and the Western Europe – Western China international transport corridor.
The issue of unlocking the potential of the transport and logistics sector was discussed in Astana as part of Kazakhstan Transport Week. Attention was focused on the development of rail, road, maritime, and air transport, the implementation of digital solutions, enhancing the efficiency of international freight transportation, and training industry personnel.
By order of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Olzhas Bektenov, a working group on reforming the road sector has been created within the framework of tasks set by the Head of State at the first session of the Qazaqstan Halyq Kenesi.
The harvesting campaign in Kazakhstan is nearing completion: 23 million tons of grain have been harvested, and 96% of the area under grain and leguminous crops has been cleared. Oilseed production is demonstrating high results: to date, 2.5 times more oilseeds have been harvested than in the same period last year.
At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the results of the country's socio-economic development were reviewed, including performance indicators in trade and exports. Minister of Trade and Integration Arman Shakkaliyev delivered the report.
At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the results of the socio-economic development of the Republic of Kazakhstan for the first nine months of the current year were reviewed. Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin delivered the report.
As part of implementing the instructions of Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev delivered in the 2025 State-of-the-Nation Address, the Government is implementing a comprehensive set of measures to establish an intelligent cybercrime prevention system.
In the regions of Kazakhstan, the implementation of the instructions of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, aimed at developing industry, modernizing infrastructure and improving the quality of life of citizens, continues.
The Prime Minister reviewed the activities of Balkhash's town-forming enterprises, the progress of modernizing the mining-metallurgical and copper-smelting complex, the implementation of new industrial facilities, and current results from geological exploration projects.
As part of a working trip to the Karaganda region, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov arrived in the city of Balkhash to review the progress of directives issued by Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev regarding the socio-economic development of single-industry towns.
As part of implementing the directives of Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev outlined in the State-of-the-Nation Address "Kazakhstan in the Era of Artificial Intelligence: Current Tasks and Solutions Through Digital Transformation," the Government is executing a comprehensive set of measures to restore the Northern Aral Sea and preserve the water resources of the Caspian Sea.
Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting on the implementation of instructions given by Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev regarding the development of the nuclear industry.
Over the past three years, Kazakhstan's transport and logistics system has reached a qualitatively new level of development, ensuring the solid integration of regions, strengthening transit potential, and improving population mobility.
Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov took part in the "INNOPROM. Belarus" international industrial exhibition in Minsk. The Head of Government toured the exhibition exposition, reviewed the presented industrial and technological solutions, and delivered a speech at the plenary session.
As part of the official visit, Olzhas Bektenov was received by President of Belarus Aleksandr Lukashenko. The Prime Minister conveyed greetings and warm wishes on behalf of President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. During the meeting, it was emphasized that Kazakhstan and Belarus enjoy strong relations built on years of friendship, mutual respect, and a high level of trust.
