Among them are winners of international competitions, talents in the fields of science, business, production and art.
The head of the region congratulated the winners, noting that the state supports and develops youth projects in various fields.
- Our region has always been rich in smart and talented young people, of whom we are proud. Each of you has achieved success in your business. Effective solution of important tasks for the country is impossible without each of us understanding our role in the development of the country and willingness to take responsibility," the governor of the region said.
At the meeting, Asain Baykhanov shared his vision of the transformation of "youth policy" and the need for new forms of work. The Center for the Development of Youth Initiatives needs to work to meet the needs of young people, apply design methods in the formation of a social elevator.
The governor of the region also proposed to open a "Center for the creative Industry", which will unite student and working youth, to develop a project to identify capable young people using the example of the Presidential Youth Personnel Reserve.
This year, 20 winners have been identified in 10 nominations of the youth award "Tauelsizdik urpaktary". For saving human lives, Asan Asainov, a student of the A.Margulan State Pedagogical University, and Olzhas Tileubergenov, a senior lieutenant of the Police Department, were awarded
A number of representatives of the younger generation were awarded the nominations "Agricultural Worker", "Social activity", "Sports", "Medicine", "Production Worker", "Entrepreneurship", "Volunteering", "Culture". Each of the laureates became the owner of a monetary certificate. The total prize fund is 10 million tenge.
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The traditional annual meeting of Akim of the region Asain Baykhanov with the creative intelligentsia was held in Shanyrak
The Governor of the region noted the creative potential of the Pavlodar Irtysh region, and also thanked the participants of the meeting for the formation of universal values.
- The younger generation learns about themselves and forms their thinking based on your creations, roles, and written works. You convey the spiritual and cultural diversity of the human world," the head of the region stressed.
For his significant contribution to the development of culture, literature and art, Asain Baykhanov presented literary prizes, badges "For services to the region", as well as certificates of honor and letters of thanks to the creative intelligentsia. A special award of the akim of the region was awarded to the aityskers of the region, who took 2nd place among 20 teams on the Khabar TV channel.
During the meeting, the participants shared their new ideas and suggestions, and also thanked the mayor for his support and attention to people of creative professions.
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Today, 2,392 children study at Gymnasium No. 9, while the building is designed for 1,420 students. To solve the problem of shortage of places, a new building with 324 seats was erected to the main building of the school.
Today, Akim of the region Asain Baykhanov visited the opening of a new extension for elementary school students.
- I am glad that the main task has been solved. The opening of the annex building was another step towards the elimination of three shifts in schools. Thank you for your patience and caring teachers and parents. I wish everyone success in their achievements and gaining knowledge," the governor of the region wished.
The new building houses spacious and comfortable classrooms, a dining room, and a gym. The guests were also shown the stem research laboratory. A passenger elevator is provided at the school for groups with limited mobility. The auditorium has a modern LED screen and music equipment.
Classes in the new building for 700 elementary school students will begin from the third quarter on January 8.
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New Year's miracles for children continue. Today, a New Year's tree was held on behalf of the akim of the region "Kosh keldin, Zhana zhyl!".
150 children from among orphans, children from low-income and large families, Olympic medalists were invited to the holiday.
Asain Baykhanov warmly congratulated the guys, wishing them all good health, excellent grades, and fulfillment of cherished desires.
- Luck will always be on the side of the energetic and inquisitive, those who work conscientiously and strive for achievements. The year 2024 will be the same as we study and work, so study, believe in yourself and never give up," the head of the region said.
A show featuring fairy-tale characters was prepared for the young guests. Each child received a greeting card on behalf of the akim of the region, a toy, sweets, a book and a cash certificate for 130 thousand tenge. The holiday ended with a tea party.
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150 children aged 9 to 13 were invited to the Christmas tree. These are orphans, children with special needs, from large families who have achieved success in their studies, sports, and creativity. Of these, 82 schoolchildren came from the districts of the region, they were accommodated in the Irtysh hotel.
Akim of the region Asain Baykhanov congratulated the guests of the holiday on behalf of the head of state Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, wishing them good health, success, faith in their own strength and not to be afraid of difficulties.
- Today is a really good holiday. I remembered how I waited for this holiday when I was a child myself. I wish you all a happy childhood. Stay always the same cheerful and positive. May 2024 be the year of fulfillment of desires and great achievements for you! You have holidays ahead, gain strength," the head of the region wished.
Asain Baykhanov together with the children led a round dance around the Christmas tree to the song "Zhasyl shyrsha ani", watched the theatrical performance "Kosh Keldin, Zhana zhyl!" with the participation of fairy-tale heroes Ayaz Ata, Akshakar, Aidahar.
On behalf of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, each child received a personalized greeting card, a cash certificate for 150 thousand tenge, a book, a toy and sweets. At the end of the festive performance, a "sweet table" was prepared for the children.
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"Today, the XXVII session of the assembly of people of Kazakhstan of Pavlodar region was held in the House of friendship" "extravagant Kazakhstan: unity, stability, development""." During the working session, heads of state bodies, deputies, representatives of scientific and creative intelligentsia, non-governmental organizations took part.
Opening session, akim of the region Asain Baykhanov noted a special role of the Assembly in strengthening the international unity of the country.
- Friendship and agreement - our unique prices. "Unity in many ways", "we are different, but we - Kazakhstan" - this is not just a phrase, a specific Kazakh model, based on our state, " the head of the region stressed.
During the meetings, akims of the region emphasized the need to transform organizational, ideological, analytical approaches to work.
- Activity of the House of friends-this is not just a concert, a forum of ethnoprazdniki, but also a major sociological work, the development of new creative projects for the population. This work must be unique, - said Asain Baykhanov.
"The Akim of the region proposed to include in the staff of KSU "" Kogamdyk kelisim "" a single political, culturologist, sociologist and introduction of changes in the quality of work for associates, activate work with young people and develop media in the international sphere."
In his speech, representatives of ethnocultural associations discussed the activities of their centers. "Today, the ANC regions work on ethnocultural organizations," "Soviet material""," "aksakalar kenesi"", ""Assembly zhastary "" and youth policy." The council on the role of public deputies Vasily Rak and Ramil Smailov.
During the session, a number of representatives of the regional assembly were awarded postal certificates, Grace documents for the implementation of interethnic harmony and active participation in public life of the region.
For the purpose of strengthening the unity of the people of Kazakhstan, the Council of staff gulbaram Naurazbaeva was awarded the Golden Medal "Birlik". The award "for charity" was made by Deputy of the regional maslikhat Alexander Terentyev.
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The equipment helps to reduce disability among newborns in the Pavlodar region. The retinal camera was purchased by the Samruk-Kazyna Foundation, a single charity operator of Samruk–Kazyna JSC, and transferred to the regional perinatal center.
"Thanks to the retinal camera, doctors will be able to save the eyesight of hundreds of children every year, making an accurate diagnosis and thereby providing prompt assistance. Support for regional projects in the field of children's healthcare is one of the most important priorities for the Samruk–Kazyna Foundation," said Alfiya Adieva, head of the Samruk-Kazyna Trust.
More than 10,000 children are born in Pavlodar region every year. Over the past year, 763 premature babies have been born in the region. 40% of these children are diagnosed with retinopathy, which leads to complete loss of vision. The doctors, in turn, expressed their gratitude to the Samruk-Kazyna Trust Foundation for their assistance in creating neonatal ophthalmology in the maternity hospital.
The Samruk-Kazyna Trust Foundation implements the Neonatal Retinopathy project in partnership with the AYALA Charitable Foundation, with which the Managed Hypothermia project was previously successfully implemented. Thanks to the acquired hardware complexes for automatic hypothermia in six regions of Kazakhstan, doctors were able to save about 70 newborns from May 2021 to November 2023.
Today, the akimat of the region discussed the implementation of the Auyl – El Besigi program and plans for 2024, as well as the development of forestry in the region.
Before considering the main issues on the agenda, the head of the region, Asain Baykhanov, heard a report from the akims of three cities on the passage of the heating season. He instructed to keep the provision of heat supply in an enhanced mode under round-the-clock control.
To modernize the social and engineering infrastructure and improve the quality of life in 26 villages of the region, 85 projects are being implemented within the framework of the "Auyl-El Besigi" program for 9.5 billion tenge. Next year, it is planned to implement 54 projects worth 8.8 billion tenge.
Asain Baykhanov instructed the mayors of cities and districts to monitor the use of budget funds for projects implemented by the end of the year, as well as take all necessary measures to achieve the target indicators of the state program in the coming year.
Forestry issues were also discussed at the meeting. The total area of the forest fund of the region is 478.7 thousand hectares. As part of the instruction of the Head of State on large-scale landscaping of the forest fund, a comprehensive plan for forest reproduction has been approved. Losses from fires and illegal logging by institutions are restored by planting forest crops.
In order to strengthen the material and technical equipment, funding has increased more than 3 times compared to last year. Forestry enterprises have purchased 5 fire trucks, 5 small logging complexes, 33 motorcycles, 101 walkie-talkies, 11 planting machines. It is also expected to supply five more MLPC, purchase 4 tankers. Thus, the equipment of fire trucks will be 100%.
The Governor of the region instructed to pay attention to the social security of forestry workers, continue work on strengthening the material and technical base, and install modular forest fire extinguishing stations.
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The International scientific and practical conference "Constitutional Reform and the electoral system", dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Central Election Commission of the Republic of Kazakhstan, was held in Astana.
The beginning of the form
The event was attended by representatives of the central election authorities of 16 countries and 6 international organizations, including the World Association of Electoral Authorities, the OSCE, the CIS Executive Committee, the Interparliamentary Union, the Organization of Turkic States, the IPA CIS Council, as well as heads of government agencies, deputies of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan, members of the Expert Council at the CEC of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Working Group on Ensuring Electoral Rights persons with disabilities, territorial election commissions, representatives of political parties, scientific, educational, public organizations, mass media.
Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev sent greetings to the participants of the conference. It was read out by Presidential Adviser Ernar Baspayev at the opening of the event.
The President of the Republic of Kazakhstan noted that over the years of independence, the country's electoral bodies have gone a long way in evolutionary development, making a significant contribution to the formation of key institutions of state power. All this time, they remain committed to high international standards in the field of electoral law, maintain productive cooperation with international partners, and build an open dialogue with society. For example, based on the best foreign experience, measures have been taken to professionalize territorial commissions, formalize the status and improve the working conditions of their members.
"In the context of comprehensive reforms, Kazakhstan is aimed at continuous improvement of electoral legislation. This complex and multifaceted process, of course, requires close cooperation with the expert community," the Head of State emphasized.
Chairman of the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan Maulen Ashimbayev and Chairman of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerlan Koshanov also sent welcome letters to the participants of the event.
Addressing the participants of the conference, the head of the delegation of the CIS Executive Committee, First Deputy Secretary General of the CIS Leonid Anfimov, noted that Kazakhstan has formed an electoral system that meets international standards, which gives every citizen of the country the right to express their will, to elect and be elected, thus participating in government.
"The Central Election Commission of Kazakhstan has truly become one of the flagships in electoral activities in the Commonwealth of Independent States," he stressed.
Honorary President of the Interparliamentary Union Duarte Pasheco stressed that the constitutional reform of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, supported by the people in the 2022 referendum, is confirmation that the country is increasing interest in democratic principles and improving the electoral system.
Video greetings from Secretary General of the World Association of Electoral Authorities In Sik Jang, Secretary General of the Organization of Turkic States Kubanychbek Omuraliev and Secretary General of the Council of the CIS Interparliamentary Assembly Dmitry Kobitsky were shown during the conference.
The exhibition on the history of elections, covering all periods of development of the electoral system of Kazakhstan over the past 30 years, aroused great interest. The materials of the exposition presented during the conference reflected the key elements of constitutional reform, updating of electoral legislation, and also focused on the strategic foundations of further development of the Central Election Commission of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Within the framework of the conference, Chairman of the Central Election Commission of the Republic of Kazakhstan Nurlan Abdirov signed memoranda of understanding with Chairman of the Central Election Commission of the Republic of Uzbekistan Zainiddin Nizamkhodjayev, Chairman of the Central Election Commission of the Republic of Armenia Vahagn Hovakimyan, Chairman of the Supreme Electoral Council of the Republic of Turkey Ahmet Yener. The signing of the documents will strengthen further cooperation between the countries in the development of electoral systems and processes.
Two thematic sessions were held within the framework of the conference: "The evolution of electoral legislation in the context of constitutional reform" and "Current trends in the development of electoral systems." The speakers and participants discussed the challenges facing modern electoral systems of states, exchanged experiences on electronic voting and other modern electoral technologies.
Foreign colleagues gave a positive assessment to the political reforms of Kazakhstan initiated by the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
Speaking at the first session, Nurlan Abdirov noted that the Central Election Commission became the first special body in the field of electoral process management at the national level, heading a unified system of electoral structures. Since its foundation, the CEC has been inextricably linked with the history of the formation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, directly participating in the formation of legitimate institutions of state power.
Being an active member of many reputable international organizations, Kazakhstan adheres to all its obligations to conduct free and competitive elections. All election campaigns in our country are conducted in accordance with national legislation and generally recognized principles of democratic elections contained in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the Document of the OSCE Copenhagen Meeting.
– Fundamental innovations in electoral legislation directly related to the constitutional reform of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, popularly supported at the republican referendum on June 5, 2022, became the starting point for a new era of public relations, changing the entire configuration of the political system and having a transformational impact on the electoral space. The focus is on expanding the participation of citizens in government through electoral processes," the head of the Central Election Commission stressed.
He also focused on the strategic prospects for the further development of the commission and the definition of its elements such as vision, mission, values, principles, goals, priorities.
– All these elements follow from the mandate of the commission, defined by the Constitutional Law "On Elections": the CEC of the Republic of Kazakhstan is the state electoral body for the preparation and conduct of referendums and elections, – Nurlan Abdirov added.
The Chairman of the Supreme Electoral Council of Turkey, Ahmet Yener, spoke about the best practices in the field of elections using the example of Turkey. He also recalled that at the 10th OTG summit, held on November 3, 2023 in Astana, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted the importance of strengthening cooperation between the Turkic states in the electoral sphere and proposed the creation of an Advisory Council of the central electoral authorities of the organization's member countries.
"He expressed confidence that this initiative will be implemented and will undoubtedly bring our collective commitment to strengthening democratic governance to a practical level,– said Ahmet Yener.
Chairman of the CEC of Georgia Giorgi Kalandarishvili stressed the relevance of the conference organized by the CEC of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the topics discussed within its framework. He spoke about the experience of developing the electoral system of his country and modern challenges.
The speaker spoke separately about the processes taking place in Kazakhstan. In his opinion, the referendum held last year and the changes made to the Constitution, thanks to which the democratic development of Kazakhstan moved to new tracks, became a good experience.
– The national electoral system of Kazakhstan has come a long way in 30 years, and this process is inextricably linked with the development, strengthening of statehood and democratic foundations, ensuring the constitutional rights of citizens. Holding democratic elections, solving important state tasks, and the future of your country largely depend on the competence, professionalism and responsibility of the CEC members," Chairman of the CEC of Uzbekistan Zainiddin Nizamkhodjaev stressed in turn.
During the session, Nurzhan Shaildabekova, Chairman of the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums of Kyrgyzstan, shared her vision of the development of the electoral system. She stressed that the CEC of the Republic of Kazakhstan has come a long way in 30 years.
– Today we are all witnesses to the fact that the body is a stable state institution that adequately implements its mission, the electoral rights of citizens, creating a favorable environment, constantly improving both law and practice. The CEC of the Republic of Kazakhstan is an active participant in all changes in the legal plan. And we in Kyrgyzstan are looking at effective solutions introduced into the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan," she stressed.
Minister of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan Azamat Eskaraev, Vice Minister of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan Daniyar Kadirov, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Vasilenko, Vice Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan Asset Turysov, Deputy Chairman of the CEC of Belarus Vadim Ipatov, Secretary of the CEC of Moldova Alexander Berlinsky, member of the CEC of the Russian Federation made presentations at the sessions Konstantin Mazurevsky, member of the Central Election Commission of Jordan Raed Al Advan, specially invited OSCE expert David Duenas-Sid, member of the National Election Committee of Estonia Dilayla Nahkur-Tammiksaar, Zhanar Bukanova, Head of the Center for Electoral Training at the Academy of Public Administration under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Video statements were sent by Chairman of the CEC of the Russian Federation Ella Pamfilova, Chairman of the National Election Commission of Hungary Attila Nagy, Chairman of the Republican Election Commission of Serbia Vladimir Dimitrievich, Chairman of the CEC of India Rajiv Kumar, Chairman of the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums in Turkmenistan Gulmurat Muradov. Ivan Musket, Director of the International Institute for Monitoring the Development of Democracy of the IPA CIS, spoke online.
During the second day of the conference, employees of the Ministry of Digital Development and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan held a presentation of the concept and functionality of the "digital government" for foreign guests, demonstrated its work, and talked about the transformation of the digital ecosystem in the country.
Scientific publications on electoral topics published on the initiative of the CEC of the Republic of Kazakhstan aroused great interest and appreciation of foreign guests.
Thus, Serik Seidumanov, Director General of the Institute of Philosophy, Political Science and Religious Studies of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan, presented the monograph "The Central Election Commission of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 30 years. Transformation of the electoral system of the Republic of Kazakhstan". This work analyzes the creation and functioning of the Central Election Commission of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the modernization of the country's electoral system and the impact of elections on the democratization of Kazakhstani society.
Serik Seidumanov explained that the monograph reflects not only certain aspects of political processes, but also presents a conceptual view of the evolution of the electoral system over the past three decades. Its scientific significance lies in the analysis and interpretation of the transformations experienced by the Central Election Commission of the Republic of Kazakhstan, which plays a key role in organizing democratic electoral processes in our country. According to the author, this research is intended to expand the understanding of political dynamics and contribute to the formation of effective strategies for the future.
A commentary on the Constitutional Law "On Elections in the Republic of Kazakhstan", prepared by a group of legal scholars under the leadership of Doctor of Law, Professor Marat Kogamov, was also presented. The publication was first published in Kazakh and Russian languages.
The team of authors includes prominent Kazakhstani legal scientists, doctors of law, professors.
Marat Kogamov emphasized that this is a completely new scientific and practical publication. It provides a detailed explanation of the norms of 133 articles of all 15 chapters of the Constitutional Law "On Elections", which are filled with new legal ideas in the context of the constitutional reform initiated by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. As an integral appendix to it, a glossary should be considered, which defines 60 basic concepts used in the Constitutional Law.
Saule Kozubayeva, Head of the Electoral Process Organization Department of the Central Election Commission of the Republic of Kazakhstan, presented a new information collection on elections and referendums held from 2012 to 2023.
This publication also includes innovations in the electoral legislation in 2018 and 2022, information on the elections of deputies of maslikhats instead of retired, rural mayors, direct pilot elections of mayors of districts and cities of regional significance.
Another important event of the conference was the presentation of an online dictionary of electoral terms, which is now available on the CEC website: www.election.gov.kz .
Emphasizing the importance of this project, Professor Indira Aubakirova drew attention to the fact that the correct understanding of the terminology depends on the correct understanding of the processes they describe. And this is especially important when it comes to processes such as elections. She expressed hope that the online dictionary will become another source of development of electoral culture.
The dictionary will be constantly updated and supplemented with new terms and concepts.
Summing up the results of the two-day scientific and practical conference, Chairman of the CEC of the Republic of Kazakhstan Nurlan Abdirov noted that, looking back at the information-rich days of the event, one can state the presence of a wide variety of electoral practices, technologies and systems used in the world. Despite the fact that universal principles underlie the institution of electoral law, they provide sovereign states with a sufficient corridor to create their own electoral model, based on their own constitutional identity and current stages of social development.
To find an answer to the question of what the electoral systems of Kazakhstan and other countries will be like in the future, it is extremely important to have a professional dialogue with like-minded people, a constructive exchange of views with colleagues and experts through the expansion of international cooperation. And this trend will definitely get its further development.
On December 10, at 7.30 pm, all flooded areas were drained at the Ekibastuz thermal power plant, as a result of damage to the water supply from ash flushing. Repair crews replaced two electric motors, and the operation of the pumping ash pipeline was restored.
Three hot–water boilers, which previously operated on fuel oil, have been completely converted to the main type of fuel - coal. The launch of hot water boilers on solid fuel began at 04.30 hours and was fully completed by 06.00 hours.
The operation of the station resumed at the set parameters. There are currently 6 boilers in operation. The hydraulic mode corresponds to the schedule: pressure - 9/1.5 kgf/cm2; outlet temperature from the CHP - 79 ° C.
The residents of Ekibastuz will feel the improvement of heat supply in their apartments over the next few hours, by 10.00 o'clock the temperature parameters of the coolant should be 90 ° C.
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