At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the issue of developing digitalization and artificial intelligence was considered. Reports on the work being carried out were delivered by Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development Zhaslan Madiyev, Minister of Science and Higher Education Sayasat Nurbek, Chairman of the Management Board of the Samruk-Kazyna Fund Nurlan Zhakupov, and Akim of Akmola Region Marat Akhmetzhanov.
During the Government session, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov issued a number of instructions following the programmatic interview of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev entitled “Kazakhstan Has Entered a New Stage of Modernization” published in the Turkistan newspaper.
As part of the implementation of the Head of State’s instructions and the Concept for the Development of the Transport and Logistics Potential of the Republic of Kazakhstan, modernization of Pavlodar Airport is set to begin in Pavlodar Region. The project provides for the reconstruction of the artificial runway, taxiway, and apron.
As part of the implementation of the Head of State’s instructions, Kazakhstan continues the systematic development of road infrastructure aimed at improving regional connectivity, road safety, and the quality of life of the population. Plans for 2026 were presented by Vice Minister of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan Maksat Kaliakparov.
As part of the implementation of the Head of State’s Decree on the transition to a platform-based digitalization model, a Government meeting was held under the chairmanship of Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry Zhaslan Madiyev.
As part of the implementation of the Head of State’s instructions, the Government, through the Ministry of Education, is working to form a sustainable education system. Deputy Minister of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan Shynar Akparova spoke about the key initiatives and innovations planned for 2026.
As part of the implementation of the instructions of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan on the development of the manufacturing industry, a plant for the production of finished pet food will be built in the Almaty Region. The relevant resolution was signed by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov.
As part of the implementation of the instructions of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan to increase the share of domestic production in the pharmaceutical industry to 50%, a major strategic investment project will be implemented in Kazakhstan. The corresponding resolution has been signed by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov.
At the Government meeting chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the progress of preparations of the country’s national teams for the 25th Winter Olympic Games in 2026 was reviewed. A report on the work being carried out was delivered by Minister of Tourism and Sports Yerbol Myrzabosynov. Presentations were also made by Secretary General of the Union of Biathletes of Kazakhstan Manas Usenov and Vice President of the Kazakhstan Figure Skating Union Murakerim Burkhan.
At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the implementation of the Government’s Legislative Work Plan was reviewed. A report was delivered by Minister of Justice Yerlan Sarsembayev.
