During a working trip to the Karaganda region, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov reviewed the modernization of Balkhash's municipal, energy, and social infrastructure as part of the tasks set by the Head of State to improve the quality of life for citizens. The visits included the Balkhash Combined Heat and Power Plant (CHP), a new angiographic center at the multidisciplinary hospital, and the Balkhash Industrial Zone.
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.
The development of tourism and the strengthening of its role in the national economy are entering a qualitatively new stage.
Within the framework of the implementation of the instructions of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, systematic work continues in the country’s regions to improve the quality of life of citizens. New engineering networks are being put into operation in the regions, social facilities are being opened, and modern tourism infrastructure is being created.
In the Address to the People of Kazakhstan “Kazakhstan in the Era of Artificial Intelligence: Current Tasks and Their Solutions through Digital Transformation,” the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev identified the well-being of citizens, access to quality education and healthcare, as well as comprehensive support for rural areas as the main guidelines of state policy.
First Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Nurlybek Nalibayev, during his working visit, visited North Kazakhstan Region, where he familiarized himself with the implementation of industrial, infrastructure, energy, and agricultural projects in the region.
The implementation of agreements reached during the negotiations at the level of the Presidents of Kazakhstan and Montenegro was discussed during a meeting between President of Montenegro Jakov Milatović and Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov.
Tourism is one of the important areas of economic growth and increasing Kazakhstan’s investment attractiveness. In his Address, the Head of State noted the importance of further improving the quality of tourist facilities, unlocking the potential of promising destinations, and making the comprehensive development of tourism infrastructure one of the constant priorities of local executive bodies.
At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, a set of measures was reviewed to enhance safety levels at key tourist destinations in the country ahead of the summer season. Minister for Emergency Situations Chingis Arinov delivered a report on the work being carried out and plans for the development of rescue infrastructure.
At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, issues of developing ecotourism in specially protected natural areas were considered. Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources Yerlan Nyssanbayev delivered a report on systemic measures to improve infrastructure, digitalization, and attraction of private investment in the sector.
At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, issues of developing the country’s tourism potential were considered. Minister of Tourism and Sports Yerbol Myrzabosynov reported that the contribution of tourism to the economy reached 5 trillion tenge, and more than 600 thousand people are currently employed in the industry.
Under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the Government held a session to consider issues of tourism industry development.
Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov chaired a meeting of the Board of Directors of Kazakh Tourism Development Ltd. on the development of the Almaty Mountain Cluster.
922 physical training clubs are operating in Kazakhstan, covering more than 305 thousand children and adolescents. This was reported by Minister of Tourism and Sports Yerbol Myrzabosynov at the Government session.
Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Culture and Information Aida Balaeva highlighted the importance of the Almaty Superski project for the development of Kazakhstan’s tourism industry, taking into account modern requirements for safety, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure quality.
Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov chaired a meeting of the Center for Monitoring the Implementation of the Head of State’s “Taza Kazakhstan” Initiative. The meeting reviewed the progress of implementing the relevant Concept in the regions, measures to support the volunteer movement, and the development of ecological tourism.
