The Head of State received Akim of Karaganda region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev

The President heard a report on the socio-economic and infrastructural development of the Karaganda region.

According to Ermaganbet Bulekpayev, there is a positive trend in all key indicators. In 8 months, the region produced industrial products worth 3.2 trillion tenge, an increase of 7%. The share of the manufacturing industry in the gross regional product is growing. Production volumes in metallurgy, mechanical engineering, agriculture, light industry and food industry have increased.

644.7 billion tenge of investments were attracted to the fixed capital, with an increase of 11.1%. This year, the region plans to implement 29 investment projects worth 195 billion tenge with the creation of more than 2,700 new jobs. By 2030, a pool of 120 investment projects worth 4.5 trillion tenge has been formed, the implementation of which will create 20,000 new jobs.

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev was informed about the work to reduce the dependence of the food market on imports. Major projects are being implemented in agriculture. In particular, the construction of two dairy farms in the coming years will completely cover the region's demand for milk.

The Head of State was provided with information about the activities of Qarmet JSC. Over 8 months, the company has invested 110 billion tenge in the modernization of the enterprise. The production of cast iron increased by 6%, steel – by 6.9%, rolled products – by 5%. A number of major projects are being implemented at the metallurgical plant: the construction of a foundry and rolling complex, new coke batteries, and a rolling mill. Qarmet is gradually switching to natural gas, while the first stage of gasification has already been completed. In addition, the positive dynamics of the mines is noted: coal production increased by 15%. Measures aimed at strengthening occupational safety are being implemented.

Following the meeting, the President gave a number of instructions aimed at further socio-economic development of the region and improving the welfare of the population. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev instructed to take special control over the issues of stable heat supply to cities and towns, as well as ensuring industrial safety at the enterprises of Qarmet JSC.

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