Kazakhstan Does Not Plan to Increase Fines for Violations at Hazardous Industrial Facilities
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Kazakhstan does not plan to raise fines for safety violations at hazardous industrial facilities, Minister of Labor and Social Protection Askarbek Yertayev said during a government briefing, an agency correspondent reported.
At present, the goal is not to increase fines and so on. Our task is to work together with employers to develop the necessary measures to ensure that workers are as protected as possible and provided with appropriate safety equipment," the minister said.
At the same time, Yertayev acknowledged that there are "problems with the provision of personal protective equipment and worker training."
Since last year, together with Parliament, we have strengthened these regulations, and mandatory requirements are now being introduced under which employers must ensure specific safety measures. For example, if an employee works in hazardous conditions, all relevant information about that worker will be reflected in a labor risk profile," Askarbek Yertayev said.
According to the minister, around 98,000 enterprises have already been connected to the platform. The ministry expects digitalization to help shift the focus from punitive measures to preventive oversight, reduce workplace injuries, and improve worker protection.
Meanwhile, Kazakhstan’s Minister for Emergency Situations Chingis Arinov told a government meeting that the country is actively developing a unified digital platform, known as "e-TZhM," incorporating artificial intelligence technologies. The system will include a registry of hazardous industrial facilities as well as a database on accidents and occupational injuries.
At the same time, the integration of industrial facility monitoring and control systems is continuing. Last year, 55 mines and mining sites were inspected. Modern safety systems have already been introduced at 45 facilities. To date, the video surveillance and positioning systems of 14 mines and mining sites have been connected to the ministry’s situational center, allowing real-time monitoring of conditions and оперативe response capabilities," Arinov added.
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Around 400,000 Vehicles Enter Almaty Daily from the Region, Tokayev Orders Review of Skytrain Project
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has instructed the administrations of Almaty and the Almaty Region, together with the Samruk-Kazyna sovereign wealth fund, to develop proposals for the construction of Skytrain lines extending eastward and westward from the boundaries of the city.
According to the head of state, around 400,000 vehicles enter Almaty from the surrounding region every day, underscoring the need to improve transport connectivity within the Almaty agglomeration and accelerate the development of public transportation.
To address this issue, I instruct the akims of Almaty and the Almaty Region, together with Samruk-Kazyna, to examine all aspects of implementing the project for the construction of Skytrain lines extending east and west from the city limits by August 1 of this year," Tokayev said at a meeting on the development of the city of Alatau.
The president also ordered officials to consider the development of high-speed public transport links between Almaty and the new city of Alatau.
According to Tokayev, Alatau’s location along the Big Almaty Ring Road (BAKAD), as well as the planned construction of a railway line connecting the city with Khorgos, will create the conditions for the formation of a major regional cluster extending beyond the Almaty agglomeration.
The transport sector remains one of the main sources of air pollution in Almaty. According to city authorities, annual emissions of air pollutants in the Almaty agglomeration exceed 225,000 tonnes. In Almaty alone, emissions amount to 189,000 tonnes per year, of which 60%, or 112,000 tonnes, are generated by road transport.
Vehicles meeting the EURO 0 emissions standard account for 84% of all transport-related emissions, or approximately 94,600 tonnes annually.
The situation is being exacerbated by the rapid growth of the vehicle fleet and heavy traffic congestion. More than 1.1 million vehicles travel through the city each day, while the daily inflow of vehicles from surrounding areas is comparable to the size of an entire country's vehicle fleet.
Forecasts also remain unfavorable. By 2030, further growth in both the number of vehicles and the population is expected, increasing pressure on the environment and air quality.
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Tokayev Criticizes Slow Pace of Infrastructure Development in Konaev
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Infrastructure development in the city of Konaev is progressing too slowly, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said at a meeting on the development of the city of Alatau, according to the presidential press service Akorda.
As has been noted, the appearance of the city has not changed and everything remains largely the same. For the full development of the Almaty Region, Konaev urgently needs basic infrastructure, including educational, administrative, cultural and sports facilities. The regional authorities must pay close attention to this pressing issue," the head of state said.
Tokayev also stressed the importance of implementing plans to establish a special legal regime in the city of Alatau.
The city administration plans to ensure the adoption of all key regulatory acts for Alatau within 12 months. The City Development Council should accelerate this process. The work must not be delayed. Any procrastination will result in direct investment losses and undermine business confidence," the Kazakh leader said.
He added that the council, together with the city administration, must also develop an effective financial and economic model to ensure Alatau’s long-term sustainable development.
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Tokayev Arrives in Almaty Region on Working Visit
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Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has arrived in the Almaty Region on a working visit, the presidential press service Akorda reported.
During the trip, the head of state is expected to hold a meeting on the development of the city of Alatau and visit a number of industrial and social facilities across the region.
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Adilet Party Officially Registered in Kazakhstan
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Kazakhstan's newly established Adilet Party has officially completed state registration, the party's press service announced.
The Adilet Party has been officially registered," the press service said in a statement.
The party was launched in early May. Aibek Dadebai was elected chairman of the new political organization.
The registration formally grants the Adilet Party legal status and allows it to operate as a political party under Kazakhstan's legislation.
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Kazakhstan Signals Readiness to Assist in Resolving Iranian Nuclear Issue
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Kazakhstan has expressed its readiness to provide technical assistance in efforts to resolve issues surrounding Iran's nuclear programme, an agency correspondent reports.
A number of countries, including Kazakhstan, have expressed their willingness, in a spirit of goodwill, to provide technical assistance in resolving this issue, provided that relevant international agreements are reached among all parties involved and that discussions move into the practical implementation stage," Foreign Ministry spokesperson Yerlan Zhetybayev said during a briefing.
He recalled that the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) had also highlighted the presence in Kazakhstan of the IAEA Low Enriched Uranium Bank, which is owned by the agency and makes an important contribution to strengthening the global nuclear non-proliferation regime by providing an additional mechanism for guaranteed nuclear fuel supplies for peaceful nuclear programmes.
Earlier, IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi told the Financial Times that Kazakhstan had expressed its willingness to store Iranian uranium stockpiles.
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We pay tribute to the victims of political repressions - Tokayev
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President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev delivered an address on the Day of Remembrance for Victims of Political Repressions and Famine, Qazinform News Agency learnt from the Akorda.
The Head of State said every year on May 31, Kazakhstan honors the memory of all those who became victims of political repressions in the first half of the last century.
He emphasized that it is Kazakhstan’s moral duty to remember them and remain faithful to the principles of legality and justice.
The President highlighted that Kazakhstan is consistently working to protect the rights and freedoms of all citizens.
This responsibility was formally enshrined in the new Constitution adopted via national referendum on March 15, 2026.
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said Kazakhstan embarked on a path of building a progressive state, guided by values of Justice, Legality, Patriotism, Diligence, Environmental Stewardship, while prioritizing science, technology, and culture.
He noted that Kazakhstan is recognized globally as a country striving for progress in all spheres of public life.
The Head of State stressed Kazakhstan must strengthen unity and stability to achieve greater results, expressing confidence that Kazakhstan has a bright future ahead.
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Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan sign new roadmap for cooperation
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In the presence of Presidents Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan and President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan, the signing of a roadmap for trade and economic cooperation took place in Astana, Qazinform News Agency cites Akorda.
The signing of the roadmap puts into action the agreements finalized during the Kazakh President’s state visit to Uzbekistan on November 14-15, 2025.
The new projects of the document target industry, petrochemistry, logistics, metallurgy, agriculture, tourism, and green energy.
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Tokayev congratulates SEEC meeting participants on Eurasian Economic Union Day
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The meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council was held in Astana under the chairmanship of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Qazinform News Agency learned from the Akorda press service.
In his welcoming speech, the Head of State noted the symbolism of this day: on May 29, 2014, the Treaty on the Eurasian Economic Union was signed in Astana.
This event became an important milestone in Eurasian integration. Over the course of its functioning, the EAEU has turned into a key platform for cooperation and interaction among the Eurasian "five". On this occasion, let me congratulate all colleagues on the Day of the Eurasian Economic Union and wish success in the further development of our integration association for the benefit of our countries and peoples.
At today’s meeting in a narrow format, we will consider important issues of foreign trade and the implementation of initiatives for the development of artificial intelligence, which we began to discuss in detail yesterday within the framework of the economic forum. I am confident that the session will, as always, be constructive and will enable us to reach decisions acceptable to all member states," said the President of Kazakhstan.
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