Telephone survey shows how many Kazakhstanis support nuclear power plant construction
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A telephone survey was conducted at the request of the Kazakhstan Institute of Strategic Research under the Kazakh President between August 7 and 18, 2024. The number of respondents hit 1,200 above 18 years old from 17 regions as well as the cities of Astana, Almaty and Shymkent, Kazinform News Agency reports.
The majority of respondents (53.1%) supports the idea of the nuclear power plant construction. They pin high hopes on its construction, including as a solution to the electrical shortage problem by 2030.
Opponents to the construction (32.5%) associate nuclear power plants with potential emergencies and environmental consequences.
At the same time, practically every 10th respondent (14.4%) was undecided.
Half of the respondents (51.0%) say they have sufficient information and knowledge to vote for or against the construction of the nuclear power plant in the referendum. 12.2% of respondents agreed that they have incomplete information, 31.6% lack knowledge, and 5.2% were undecided.
During the survey, 42.6% of respondents said they are determined to take part in the referendum on the construction of the nuclear power plant if it is held. 16.4% more said they would likely participate in the referendum, meanwhile, 25.3% of respondents do not plan to take part in it. 6.8% were undecided.
As earlier reported, public hearings on the construction of the nuclear power plant in Kazakhstan concluded in Astana.
In an exclusive interview with Kazinform News Agency director of the National Nuclear Center Erlan Batyrbekov shared his view on electricity shortage, the practicality of a nuclear power station construction in Kazakhstan and the latest nuclear reactor technologies. He also revealed how the largest global economies, such as the U.S., China and France, gradually shift away from traditional and old energy sources.
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The Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov considered issues related to the start of the heating season. Minister of Energy Almassadam Satkaliyev, Industry and Construction Kanat Sharlapayev, as well as akims of some regions reported on the readiness of heat and power systems of the country for the winter period, primeminister.kz reports.
According to the Ministry of Energy, the heating season in the regions of Kazakhstan started on time with heat to be supplied in the southern regions in the next few days. As of today, 100% readiness of autonomous boiler houses has been ensured, repair works of 19.9 thousand kilometres of power lines, 376 substations, 4 046 distribution points and transformers have been completed. 535 km of heating networks have been modernised, which is 98.5% of the plan, 1,133 km of water supply and sewage networks. Head of the Government was reported that all planned activities in anticipation of winter are in strict accordance with the schedule. At the moment educational and medical institutions, as well as more than 99 per cent of the housing stock of the country are fully prepared for the heating season.
Olzhas Bektenov emphasised the importance of strict adherence to deadlines and standards of all repair works. To date, modernisation on the reserve equipment of heat sources continues, implementation of planned projects is underway.
The work has been carried out very much. It can be seen both by the amount of funding and the volume of work carried out. Now the most important thing is to conduct the whole heating season at the proper level, to keep all the planned parameters. It is important to provide repair units of public utilities with all necessary equipment for their prompt response to any situation. I instruct Akims to keep the issues of the heating season under personal control," Olzhas Bektenov stressed.
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Kazakhstani peacekeepers awarded UN medals
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Kazakhstani peacekeepers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo - Lieutenant Colonel Altynbek Zhalmukhanov and Major Batyr Tuyakov - have been awarded UN medals for their contribution to maintaining peace and security, Kazinform News Agency learned from the Ministry of Defense.
The parade of peacekeeping forces on this solemn day was entrusted to the command of the chief of the main headquarters of the UN mission military observers, Lieutenant Colonel Altynbek Zhalmukhanov. This is the evidence of the authority of our country. During the awards ceremony, the mission commander, Major General Khar Diouf, noting the merits of Altynbek Zhalmukhanov, emphasized his contribution to stabilizing the situation in the region, dedication and leadership qualities," the Ministry of Defense says.
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The mandate of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) includes protecting civilians, humanitarian personnel and human rights defenders, and assisting the local government in its efforts to stabilize and consolidate peace.
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Design Office for Alatau City Development established under by Government
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The first meeting of the Project Office for the development of Alatau City, headed by Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbayev, was held in the Government, primeminister.kz reports.
The Head of State has set the task to accelerate the pace of creation of Alatau city. By the order of the Prime Minister, the Project Office was established this week. It will become a platform for making key decisions on the basis of the project approach with the definition of personal responsibility for the supervised sectors. The first results on the creation of the city should be presented exactly in 6 months. The starting point is today," Kanat Bozumbayev noted.
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NPP construction referendum: 74 polling stations to open in 59 foreign countries
Kazakh citizens abroad will be able to cast their votes in a nationwide referendum on the construction of a nuclear power plant, Kazinform News Agency has learned from a press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
A total of 74 polling stations have been established at Kazakhstan's embassies located in 59 countries worldwide.
In order to participate in the voting process, Kazakh citizens residing or staying in foreign countries for private, official, educational, business or tourist purposes and in possession of a valid Kazakh passport can contact the diplomatic or consular mission of Kazakhstan, which has established a precinct referendum commission," the ministry noted.
In accordance with paragraph 1 of Article 38 of the Constitutional Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Elections in the Republic of Kazakhstan", voting will be held from 07:00 am to 08:00 pm local time on October 6, 2024.
To note, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev announced the holding of the nationwide referendum on the construction of the country’s nuclear power plant on October 6, 2024.
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Kazakh President receives heads of CIS security agencies
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The Kazakh President received heads of delegations who arrived to take part in the 55thsitting of the Council of heads of security agencies and services from CIS member states, Kazinform News Agency learnt from the Akorda press service
The President said this platform serves as an instrument for coordinating security efforts emphasizing that the role of the Council is growing stronger in present-day conditions.
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev expressed confidence that the outcomes of the Council sitting will create conditions for further development of cooperation between the CIS security services and contribute to strengthening cooperation in ensuring international security.
The heads of delegations from Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, the Executive Committee and the Anti-Terrorism Center of CIS member countries attended the meeting.
The 54th meeting of the CIS security agencies took place in Bishkek last May.
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Plans for cooperation between Kazakhstan and IMF discussed by Government
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Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of National Economy Nurlan Baibazarov held a meeting with the head of the International Monetary Fund mission in Kazakhstan Nicolas Blanchet, primeminister.kz reports.
Within the framework of the regular visit to the Republic, the IMF mission held a number of meetings with key government bodies, including the Parliament, the National Bank, the Ministry of National Economy, the Ministry of Finance and other stakeholders.
At the meeting, the parties discussed the current economic situation, ongoing reforms and measures taken by the Government to ensure sustainable economic growth. The sides discussed the Fund's recommendations on the priority directions of the economic policy development and the cooperation plans for the near and medium term.
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Nurlan Baibazarov emphasised that Kazakhstan attaches great importance to the partnership with the International Monetary Fund and appreciates its contribution to the development of the country's economy.
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