Olzhas Bektenov presents new Akim to Almaty city activists
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On behalf of the Head of State, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov and Head of the Presidential Administration Aibek Dadebay took part in the meeting of deputies of the maslikhat of Almaty city, primeminister.kz reports.
During the meeting deputies were read the letter of the Head of State on nomination of two candidates for the post of akim of Almaty city: Darkhan Satybaldy, first deputy head of the Presidential Administration; Beibut Shakhanov, deputy akim of Almaty city. According to the results of open voting, 23 deputies voted in favour of Darhan Satybaldy. 9 deputies voted in favour of Beibut Shakhanov.
Darhan Satybaldy was appointed as akim of Almaty city by the corresponding Decree of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
At the meeting with the activists of the city Prime Minister voiced words of gratitude on behalf of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Yerbolat Dossayev for active work on development of financial and economic potential of the city. In 2024, the city's contribution to the GDP of Kazakhstan increased to 21.8%. In the metropolis on the instructions of the President the work on decentralisation of the budget, landscaping, construction of new social facilities, etc. is being carried out.
Olzhas Bektenov presented the new Akim of Almaty city Darhan Satybaldy.
Prime Minister noted that the Head of State had set tasks for the city akimat to ensure socio-economic development and diversification of economic structure, further modernisation of engineering infrastructure and expansion of public spaces. Instructions have also been given in the field of road transport system, ecology, manufacturing industry, tourism, IT-sector, creative industry.
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Kazakhstan rightfully serves as a golden bridge between East and West - Tokayev
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Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has held a meeting with the authorities and residents of Zhambyl region, Qazinform News Agency reports citing the press service of Akorda.
In his remarks, the President highlighted the large-scale reforms underway in the national economy. He noted that economic growth reached 15.8% in the past five years, exceeding 6% in 2025 - the highest indicator since 2012. Per capita GDP increased by 47%, with gold and currency reserves of the National Fund surpassing 125 billion US dollars.
Tokayev reminded that the second line of the Dostyk-Moiynty railroad was commissioned ahead of schedule.
This is one of the largest railroad projects implemented in Kazakhstan in the years of Independence. In just a few months, an additional 6 million tons of cargo was transported along this route. The construction of the Moiynty-Kyzylzhar section is underway too," he noted.
Emphasizing Kazakhstan’s strategic role, the President declared: "Kazakhstan is rightfully named a golden bridge between East and West. Our objective is to use this advantage as efficiently as possible."
He further recalled that 13,000 kilometers of highways were built and repaired in the outgoing year. Special attention is being given to the modernizing air communication, with 36 new flights launched, establishing direct ties with the major global cities.
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Digital Code submitted for President’s signature
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Senators have approved today the Digital Code of Kazakhstan in two hearings, Qazinform News Agency reports.
According to the senators, the goal of the document is to create a unified, transparent, and effective system of legal regulation of the digital environment.
The Code determines the goals, objectives, and principles of digital legislation, aimed at consolidating the mechanisms of implementation of unified state policy in digital environment, strengthening legality and law and order in digital environment, as well as creating conditions for attraction of investments into the digital environment development.
The Code also defines and regulates the activities of subjects and objects of the digital environment. In particular, it consolidates the fundamental rights and obligations of subjects of the digital environment, including the rights to digital identity and its protection, as well as to deletion, anonymization, and restriction of personal data processing. The provisions concerning digital environment onjects provide for the regulation of digital data and types of digital objects, including digital records, assets, resources, and more.
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Kazakh President arrived in Zhambyl region for working visit
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Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev arrived in Zhambyl region for a working visit, Qazinform News Agency learnt from the Akorda press service.
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev visited the Amir & D LLP as part of his working visit to Zhambyl region to survey enterprises producing medical devices and pharmaceuticals.
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev inspected the main production workshops and samples of finished products.
The Amir & D LLP manufactures more than 200 types of medical products, including express tests for the diagnosis of socially significant diseases such as hepatitis B and C, HIV infection, myocardial infarction, as well as tests for detecting narcotic and psychotropic substances. It currently employs 94 staff members.
The President also got acquainted with the operations of Super-pharm LLP, one of Kazakhstan’s leading producers of medical devices. More than 600 people work there. It supplies about 30% of the country’s demand for disposable medical products. In particular, the company manufactures surgical and procedural kits for various types of operations, all types of medical masks, protective disposable clothing, and sanitary-hygienic products. It also produces medical syringes, infusion systems, blood transfusion systems, and other items.
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Astana has a special status and should serve as example of modern urban planning - Tokayev
Addressing a meeting on the development of Astana city, President Tokayev said that priority attention should be given to the formation of a harmonious urban space, Qazinform News Agency reports citing the Akorda press service.
Creating the most comfortable conditions for citizens’ lives and work must be the top priority for akims at all levels. The capital has a special status and should serve as an example of modern urban plannign. In this regard, Astana has already achieved certain results, with a unified approach to shaping the urban environment. This was noted by heads of state during the global summits held here in the summer of this year. President Xi Jinping gave a positive assessment, saying that our city has significantly improved its appearance. This shows that even such major leaders of world powers pay attention to the state of our cities when visiting Kazakhstan. This must certainly be kept in mind," said the President.
He also pointed out positive changes in landscaping the city in the past two years:
According to him, 150 facades in the historic part of the city are planned to be renovated over the next five years, with street landscaping works to be carried out simultaneously.
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Winners of Presidential Literary Award for Young Authors announced
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The President of Kazakhstan signed a decree awarding the Special Presidential Literary Prize for Young Writers and Poets in 2025, Qazinform News Agency cites the Akorda press service.
This year’s laureates are:
- Arman Almenbet — Prose Category, Tergeushi;
- Sayan Iszhanov — Poetry Category, Qumdagy Hikaya (Story in the Sand) collection;
- Baurzhan Mustafiyev — Drama Category, Aq Kiyiz (White Felt) play;
- Aыsylan Tilegenov — Children’s Literature Category, Zhazda Atamnyn Aulynda… (In My Grandfather’s Village in Summer…) collection.
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Istanbul Hosts Discussion on Kazakhstan’s Entrepreneurial Potential
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At the initiative of the Consulate General of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Istanbul, a roundtable discussion was organized to address the current situation of Kazakhstani entrepreneurs conducting business activities in Istanbul, as well as pressing issues arising in the course of their operations, to identify prospects for further development of cooperation and to expand business ties, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.
The event was attended by an advisor to the Commissioner for the Protection of the Rights of Entrepreneurs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Safaraul Yilmaz, as well as entrepreneurs operating in the fields of tourism, HoReCa, logistics, trade, and industry in Istanbul. The meeting was held in an open and constructive dialogue format, during which participants shared their experiences and raised specific issues.
During the meeting, entrepreneurs highlighted issues related to legal and administrative barriers to doing business, taxation specifics, licensing and permit procedures, and put forward a number of proposals aimed at further developing trade and economic cooperation between Kazakhstan and Türkiye, including the promotion of exports of Kazakhstani products.
In his remarks, the Consul General of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Istanbul, Nuriddin Amankul, emphasized that supporting citizens of Kazakhstan engaged in entrepreneurial activities abroad is one of the key priorities, noting that the Consulate General will continue to provide the necessary consular and legal support.
Following the meeting, the parties agreed to further strengthen interaction with Kazakhstani entrepreneurs in Istanbul and to hold meetings in this format on a regular basis.
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Kazakhstan appoints First Vice Minister of AI and Digital Development
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Rostislav Konyashkin has been appointed First Deputy Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of Kazakhstan, Qazinform News Agency cites the Government’s press service.
Rostislav Konyashkin assumed the post by the respective decree of the Government.
Born in 1989 in Taraz, Konyashkin graduated from M.V. Lomonosov Moscow State University and L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University. He began his professional career in 2011 as a consultant in the private sector. Between 2011 and 2012, he worked for Intergas Central Asia and KazTransCom ERP-Service. From 2012 to 2014, he held various positions at Astana Innovations.
In 2024 and 2025, Konyashkin held the post of Deputy Minister of Digital Development and Aerospace Industry. Since October 2025, he has served as Deputy Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development before being promoted to First Vice Minister.
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