New package of measures to improve climate for investment considered by Government

Proposals to strengthen the work of the Government's investment unit were considered at a meeting of the Economic Policy Council, chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov.

Kazakhstan ready to boost agricultural trade with Iran

Prospects for expanding cooperation in the agricultural and transport and logistics sectors were discussed by the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Alikhan Smailov and Iranian Minister of Agriculture Seyyed Javad Sadati Nejad.

Internet quality improvement, technohubs opening and proactive state services expansion: Alikhan Smailov holds Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry board meeting

Measures for further innovative and technological development of Kazakhstan were discussed at a meeting of the Board of the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry, chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov.

Draft law on public repatriation of illegally withdrawn assets considered by Government

Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov held a meeting of the Economic Policy Council with the participation of the heads of central government agencies, the Presidential Administration, the National Bank and the Prosecutor General's Office.

No unproductive intermediaries: Kazakhstan to develop new coal supply mechanism for citizens

Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Alikhan Smailov held a meeting on topical issues of mining and metallurgical companies.

Alikhan Smailov holds meeting with Head of Sakha Republic

The Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Alikhan Smailov and the Head of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) Aysen Nikolayev discussed the strengthening of trade and economic cooperation, investment attraction and interaction in the cultural and humanitarian sphere.

Implementation of joint projects with international banks discussed in Government

Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Alikhan Smailov held a meeting of the Coordination Council for Cooperation of the Kazakhstan Government with international financial institutions.

Cleaning ditches, repairing waterworks and timely snow removal: flood control measures reviewed by Government

Measures to prepare for the flood period were considered at the Government meeting chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov.

Abay region development until 2027: Comprehensive plan reviewed by Government

Issues of the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan for socio-economic development of the Abay region until 2027 were considered at the Government session chaired by the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Alikhan Smailov. 

Alikhan Smailov hosts Economic Demonopolisation Commission meeting

Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov held a regular meeting of the Economic Demonopolisation Commission. 

Kazakhstan to tighten control over illegal exports of fuel and lubricants

The Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Alikhan Smailov held a meeting on the domestic market of fuels and lubricants on Friday, Jan. 20.

Prime Minister holds meeting with Head of Kazakhstan Engineering Union

Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov held a meeting with Meiram Pshembayev, Chairman of the Board of the Engineering Union of Kazakhstan.

Alarko Holding considers new investment projects in Kazakhstan

Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov held a meeting with President of Turkish company Alarko Holding Yildiz Umit Nuri to discuss the prospects of new investment projects in the fields of energy, railway and road construction, water treatment, waste processing, etc.

Turkish investor shows interest in Kokshetau CHP plant

Prospects for launching new investment projects in Kazakhstan were discussed by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov and acting CEO of Turkish company Gap Insaat Cengel Aziz.

From funds management to managing results: Alikhan Smailov sets goals for Kazakhstan budget system

Issues of budget planning, improvement of tax and customs administration, digitalization and improvement of legislation in the financial sector were discussed at the board meeting of the Ministry of Finance chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov.

Alikhan Smailov instructs to expand new industrial development pool in Kazakhstan

Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov set the Ministry of Industry and Infrastructural Development priority tasks for the coming period during a meeting of the department's board. 

Alikhan Smailov: Pasture availability as one of foundations of food security in Kazakhstan

At the Government session chaired by the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Alikhan Smailov the measures on provision of pastures to the people of Kazakhstan were discussed.

Auyl – Yel Besigi: 3.5 thousand villages to be fully modernised in Kazakhstan

The implementation of the Auyl – Yel Besigi project to improve the quality of life in rural areas through the modernisation of social and engineering infrastructure was discussed at the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov.

Alikhan Smailov: New Rural Development Concept to unlock their economic potential

Draft Sectoral Concepts and Comprehensive Socio-Economic Development Plan for settlements adjacent to Astana were considered at a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov.

Rural development in future years – Alikhan Smailov

Priority issues of socio-economic development of Almaty region were discussed at the meeting chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov in Konayev.

Alikhan Smailov discusses problematic issues with agricultural manufacturers in Almaty region

The Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Alikhan Smailov, familiarized with the activities of a number of agro-industrial enterprises and met with the heads of agricultural enterprises in the region during his working visit to the Almaty region.

Grand Almaty Ring Road construction, G4 City development and Konayev heating: Alikhan Smailov's working visit to Almaty region

Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Alikhan Smailov visited the Almaty region on a working visit, and got acquainted with the progress of housing construction, infrastructure development and industry, and inspected the work of heating company "Zhylu Ortalygy".

Employment centres transformation, digitalisation and increase of citizens' income: Alikhan Smailov chairs Ministry of Labour board meeting

Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov held an enlarged Board meeting of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of Population, which considered the results of the department's activities for 2022 and tasks for the coming period.

ArcelorMittal Temirtau due diligence discussed by Government

The Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Alikhan Smailov held a meeting with Vijay Goyal, the Vice President of ArcelorMittal, and Biju Nair, Adviser of the Vice President of the company, on Thursday, Jan. 12.

Proposals to improve investment climate considered by Government

Proposals to strengthen the work of the investment block of the Government were considered at a Economic Policy Council meeting chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov.

Upgrading trade facilities, curbing food prices and increasing exports: Alikhan Smailov chairs Ministry of Trade and Integration board meeting

The results of work for 2022 and plans for the forthcoming period were discussed at the board meeting of the Ministry of Trade and Integration with participation of heads of central state bodies, deputies of the Majilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan, representatives of industry unions, associations and companies.

Help in desperate situations: new bankruptcy law to come into force in March

Measures to reduce the indebtedness of the population were considered at the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov.

Alikhan Smailov outlines Government priorities for 2023

The results of social and economic development of Kazakhstan for the year 2022 were considered at the Government session chaired by the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Alikhan Smailov.

Final board: results for 2022 and tasks for coming period outlined by Ministry of Healthcare

During the first 11 months of 2022 in Kazakhstan the total mortality rate decreased by 30% (29.7%) compared to the same period of the previous year. One can also note the reduction of mortality from circulatory system diseases by almost 34% (33.7%), cancer by 8% (8.3%), mortality from respiratory diseases by 1.7 times, and mortality from tuberculosis decreased by 12.5%. These data were reported by Health Minister Azhar Giniyat at the Ministry of Healthcare's Board meeting held today, January 10.

Scholarships for Kazakhstan university students to be doubled by 2025

The enlarged meeting of the collegium of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan was held in Astana. Representatives of the Republic of Kazakhstan Presidential Administration, the Republic of Kazakhstan Parliament, the Republic of Kazakhstan Government Apparatus, rectors of universities, heads of research institutes and subordinate organizations, as well as public figures of the country took part in its work. Minister of science and higher education of Republic of Kazakhstan Sayasat Nurbek, chairman of Committee of science of Ministry of science and higher education Darkhan Ahmed-Zaki, executive secretary - board member of NCE "Atameken" Nurlan Sakuov and PhD, professor, freelance adviser to Ministry of science and higher education Tansaule Serikov made report on results of 2022 and tasks for 2023 in light of election program of Head of State Tokayev.

Measures to ensure stability in fuel market reviewed by Government

Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Alikhan Smailov held a meeting on the provision of the domestic market with fuel and lubricants in 2023.

Government ready to implement constructive business proposals — Alikhan Smailov on development of mining and metallurgical complex

Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov held the fifth meeting of the Council of Entrepreneurs, which considered topical issues of development of the mining and metallurgical complex (MMC).

Alikhan Smailov introduces five new leaders to ministry staff

Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov introduced the new leaders to the teams of the Ministries of Industry and Infrastructural Development, Environment and Natural Resources, Justice, Education, Culture and Sports.

More independent Ministries and Akimats, economic growth and lower inflation: Alikhan Smailov holds first meeting of New Year

The Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov held a meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 3, on the transformation of the Prime Minister's Office into the Government Office, reorganization of the Ministry of Ecology, Geology and Natural Resources, as well as elaboration of sectoral concepts and development plans.

Promotion of leading universities, construction of dormitories and innovation support: new measures in science and higher education approved by Prime Minister of Kazakhstan

Topical issues of science and higher education development were considered at the Government session chaired by the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan, Alikhan Smailov.

Alikhan Smailov chairs State Commission meeting on economic modernisation

Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov held a regular meeting of the State Commission for Economy Modernisation on Friday, Dec 30.

Alikhan Smailov chairs State Commission meeting on economic modernisation

Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov held the first meeting of the Republican headquarters for the implementation of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev election program "A Fair Kazakhstan for Everyone. Now and Forever" for 2023-2029.

Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan sign roadmap for 37 investment and trade projects

December 29, 2022 Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Trade and Integration of Kazakhstan Serik Zhumangarin and Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade of Uzbekistan Jamshid Hodjaev agreed on a Road Map for the implementation of investment agreements and trade contracts signed during the visit of the President to Uzbekistan. 

Implementation of breakthrough agreements between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan – Action Plan discussed in Kazakhstan Government

Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Alikhan Smailov held negotiations with Deputy Prime Ministers of Uzbekistan Jamshid Khodjaev and Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov, who arrived on a working visit to Astana.

State support to become fully proactive: new Social Code approved by Government

The draft of the new Social Code was approved at the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov.

Sewage treatment plants to be built and rehabilitated in 68 cities in Kazakhstan

The plan for construction and modernization of sewage treatment plants in cities and towns was considered at the Government meeting chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov.

Reducing inflation and providing citizens with food at affordable prices: Alihan Smailov on Government targets for 2023

Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov held a meeting on price containment of socially important food products at the Digital Office of the Government on Saturday, 24 Dec.

Development priorities for Kyzylorda region outlined by Prime Minister

Current issues of socio-economic development of the Kyzylorda region were discussed at a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov, as part of his working visit to the region.

Alikhan Smailov inspects construction project for new CHP in Kyzylorda

The Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Alikhan Smailov, inspected the operation of key infrastructure facilities in the Kyzylorda region as part of a working visit to the Kyzylorda region.

State support in exchange for quality and affordable products for citizens: Alikhan Smailov speaks to farmers in Kyzylorda region

The Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alikhan Smailov arrived on a working visit to Kyzylorda region to familiarise himself with the progress of socio-economic development of the region, address topical issues and visit key infrastructure, industrial and social facilities.

New approaches for solving monocities' problems approved by Kazakhstan Government

Plans for the development of monocities were discussed at a meeting of the State Commission for Economic Modernisation chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov.

Yerulan Zhamaubaev holds a meeting on national projects

Deputy Prime Minister. Minister of Finance Yerulan Zhamaubayev held a meeting on implementation of national projects.

Sustainable Development Goals 2023 action plan approved in Kazakhstan

Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov held the 6th meeting of the Coordinating Council on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with the participation of the leadership of central government agencies and representatives of the diplomatic corps, UN and UNDP in Kazakhstan.

Mutual trade between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan exceeds $4 billion

Over the 10 months of this year, mutual trade between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan amounted to $4 billion, having increased by almost 35%. This was reported by Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Trade and Integration of Kazakhstan Serik Zhumangarin, speaking today in Tashkent in the framework of the 4th Interregional Uzbekistan-Kazakhstan Business Forum.

Briefing after Government session: Auditing of power and district heating networks in Kazakhstan

The press centre of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan hosted a briefing on the results of the regular meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers. Journalists' questions were answered by First Deputy Prime Minister Roman Sklyar, Ministers of Energy Bolat Akchulakov, Industry and Infrastructural Development Kairbek Uskenbayev.

Agreements worth $2.5bn signed at Uzbekistan-Kazakhstan business forum in Tashkent

Following the inter-regional Uzbekistan-Kazakhstan business forum held in Tashkent on 21 December this year, 40 documents on investment and trade-economic cooperation between the two countries for a total of $2.5 billion have been signed. 

Alikhan Smailov meets Sir Suma Chakrabarti

The Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov held a meeting with Sir Suma Chakrabarti, Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Reforms under the President of Kazakhstan, on 23 Dec.

Alikhan Smailov chairs Economic Demonopolisation Commission meeting

The Government held a regular meeting of the Economic Demonopolisation Commission chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov.

Scientific organisations to be involved in state geological studies of subsoil — Brekeshev on strengthening personnel reserve of geological sector

The agenda of today's Government session included consideration of the draft Concept for the Development of the Geology Sector for 2023-2027. The Ministers of Ecology, Industry and Energy reported on the situation in the field of geology, as well as on the decisions to be made for its development.

New "Tariff for Investment" programme aims to attract up to 400 billion tenge of investment into industry annually

The progress of the audit of the Republic's energy facilities and heating networks was considered at the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov. Reports on this topic were made by the Ministers of Energy Bolat Akchulakov, Industry and Infrastructural Development Kairbek Uskenbayev. Nurlan Urankhayev, Akim of the Abay region, reported on the uninterrupted operation of the Heat Power Station-1 in Semey; Nurlan Nogayev, Akim of the Mangystau region, on the restoration of hot water supply in Aktau; Ermaganbet Bulekpaev, Akim of the Karaganda region, on heat supply to residents of Karaganda and operation of the Heat Power Station-2 in Temirtau; Asain Baikhanov, Akim of the Pavlodar region, on the situation in Ekibastuz and measures being undertaken.

Digitalisation, infrastructure and human resource development: Government approves new Geology Sector Development Concept

The draft Concept of geological industry development for 2023-2027 was considered at the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov.

Large-scale heat network repair program to be launched in 2023 in Kazakhstan

The progress of the audit of the republic's energy facilities and heating networks was considered at the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov.

Government support with real examples: what new plants and factories emerge in Kazakhstan in 2022

The creation of new production facilities, e.g. a plant or a factory, is a labour-intensive and time-consuming process that not every entrepreneur is prepared to undertake. This is the reason why the Government has provided support measures for business initiatives, in particular, within the framework of the National Project on Entrepreneurship Development for 2021-2025, which was developed on the instruction of the President of Kazakhstan. 

Alikhan Smailov: Akimats should eliminate all unauthorised landfills

The plans for improvement of efficiency of municipal waste management and introduction of energy saving technologies in housing sector, industry and other spheres were considered at the meeting of the Council on the transition to green economy under the President, chaired by the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan, Alikhan Smailov.

"Egov for innovation projects" to be launched in Kazakhstan

The issues of innovative development of regions and creation of the "Single Window" national innovation system were considered at the meeting of the Council for Technological Policy chaired by Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Alikhan Smailov. 

Fulfilment of President instructions: emergency material assets in the state stockpile should be reviewed

​​​​​​​During the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov the Minister for Emergency Situations Yuri Ilyin spoke about measures to implement the instructions of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, given at the enlarged Government session of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Fulfilment of President instructions: 25 new reservoirs to be built in Kazakhstan by 2027

During the Government session, chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov, the Minister of Ecology, Geology and Natural Resources Serikkali Brekeshev spoke about measures to implement the instructions of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, given at the enlarged Government session of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Fulfilment of President instructions: More than 15.3 million square metres of housing to be built in 2023

The Ministry of Industry and Infrastructural Development is actively working to implement the pre-election program of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and the instructions given by the Head of State at the enlarged Government session of the Republic of Kazakhstan. During the Government meeting chaired by Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov, Minister of Industry and Infrastructural Development Kairbek Uskenbayev reported in more detail on the measures taken.

Fulfilment of President instructions: Increase in non-cash payments to reduce shadow economy — Zhamaubayev

Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerulan Zhamaubayev spoke about measures to implement the instructions of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, given at the enlarged Government meeting, on the financial sector of the country.

Ensuring regional security remains top priority — Ministry of Foreign Affairs on implementation of President instructions

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan is carrying out activities in three areas as part of the implementation of the President's election programme. First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Kairat Umarov reported in more detail about each of them at the meeting of the Government. 

Fulfilment of President instructions: Plans to increase modern retail formats to 70% by 2027

Measures on realization of the pre-election program of President Tokayev and assignments given at the enlarged Government session of December 12, 2022 were considered at the meeting of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The First Vice Minister of Trade and Integration Arman Shakkaliyev reported on the implementation of instructions on food development.

Fulfilment of President instructions: During 2023, 260 laws to be reviewed in conjunction with audits

At the enlarged Government session on Dec. 12, 2022 the measures on realization of the pre-election program of President Tokayev were considered. Minister of Justice Kanat Mussin reported on the implementation of the assignments in the legal sphere.

Regional Employment Map to secure employment for more than 3 million citizens — President instruction

The measures to implement the pre-election program of President Tokayev and the instructions given at the enlarged Government meeting on Dec. 12, 2022 were considered at the Government session. The Minister of Labour and Social Protection of Population Tamara Duisenova reported about execution of the orders.

Fulfilment of President instructions: Kazakhstan police force shifts to a service-oriented model

The Ministry of Internal Affairs is working on the creation of a professional service-oriented model of Kazakhstan's 21st century police. This was announced by Marat Akhmetzhanov, the Head of the Ministry.

Fulfilment of President instructions: 800 agribusiness investment projects to be implemented by 2025

The measures on realization of pre-election program of President Tokayev and assignments, given at the enlarged Government session on Dec. 12, 2022, were considered at the Government session of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The Minister of Agriculture Yerbol Karashukeyev reported on the adoption of systematic and operational measures.