+20° / +11°C WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2016 No 18 (108) www.astanatimes.com President Nazarbayev Congratulates President Says CIS Almaty on Millennial Anniversary Should Stimulate Economic Growth historical significance, he stressed By Malika Orazgaliyeva The Kazakh President under- lined that during the recent G20 President Nursultan Nazarbayev Summit in China, the sides agreed attended the Sept. 16 25th jubilee to coordinate economic policies to summit of the Commonwealth ensure sustainable development of of Independent States (CIS) in the world economy. Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. “The summit discussed issues In his remarks to his counter- of changing the outdated model parts from other CIS countries, of development and transition to Nazarbayev said the CIS remains a new digital economy followed a unique platform for cooperation. by the global industrial revolu- The fact that the commonwealth tion. This is a signal to open and implements its improvement begin the new ways of social plans proves its viability, feasi- production, based on new forms bility and prospects, he said. The of energy, new classes of curren- experience of the Commonwealth cies and new forms of social re- is useful to other integration asso- lations. In the face of these chal- ciations, such as the EAEU (Eura- lenges, the CIS should cooperate sian Economic Union) and SCO more closely and accelerate our (Shanghai Cooperation Organisa- joint projects,” Nazarbayev said. tion). Thus, the CIS, established in Almaty Dec. 21, 1991 has great Continued on Page A3 Kazakh FM Addresses President Nursultan Nazarbayev (C) and Almaty Mayor Bauyrzhan Baibek congratulate more than 7,000 Almaty residents who gathered to celebrate the millenial anniversary on Sept. 18. 71st Session of UN “This date has been included city and connected East and West, until 2020 as a concrete action plan By Aiman Turebekova in UNESCO’s calendar of com- North and South, of vast Eurasia. to improve the lives of citizens and memorative and anniversary dates Almaty has become one of the main the ecological situation in the city, ASTANA – During his working of humanity, which emphasises the centres of the unique urban culture creating favourable conditions for General Assembly in visit to the former capital of Ka- unique role of Almaty in regional of Central Asia,” said Nazarbayev. business. Modern Almaty has be- zakhstan, President of Kazakhstan and global development. The holy He also noted that the socio-eco- come a reflection of the steady and Nursultan Nazarbayev congratu- land at the foot of the Alatau peaks nomic development of Almaty has sustainable development of the New York lated the Kazakh people on the has seen many events in its his- always been a priority for the gov- whole of Kazakhstan. survive as a sovereign nation giv- millennial anniversary of Almaty tory. The Great Silk Road was a ernment. “Last year, we adopted By Malika Orazgaliyeva city. great trade route that crossed this Almaty’s development programme Continued on Page A2 en its multi-ethnic, religiously-di- verse population, an unbalanced ASTANA – Kazakh Foreign economy and the huge material Minister Erlan Idrissov addressed and moral burden in the form of similar economic models. So the the 71st session of the United Na- military infrastructure and a nu- price and demand for oil would be tions General Assembly (UNGA) clear arsenal,” he said. the factor that influenced the current while in New York Sept. 24. His “That legacy was a challenge Citi Country Head: Kazakhstan’s situation with the national currency participation contributed to fur- which we managed to turn into in Kazakhstan. If major factors that ther advancing the global peace an opportunity. Over the last can impact Kazakhstan’s economy initiatives of President Nursul- quarter of a century, we have remain stable, then we should ex- tan Nazarbayev, as well as qual- completed a journey from a Market Is Good for Business pect certain predictability.” ity preparations for the nation’s country non-existent on the po- zakhstan important and maintains and disciplined about regulatory By Dmitry Lee But what’s more important, ac- upcoming membership in the litical map to a stable middle- a sizeable operation here speaks compliance, he can succeed.” cording to Kurilin, is that Kazakh- Security Council in 2017-2018 income nation and respected for the market’s positive attributes. Following the currency adjust- ASTANA – Citigroup, one stan has been an attractive market and comparing notes on the most member of the international ments of the past year, the banker of Kazakhstan’s largest foreign It’s up to a foreign investor to capi- for two decades in terms of for- important issues for Kazakhstan community. We take our elec- banks, continues to expand its talise on the market opportunity.” withstood from making predic- eign direct investment (FDI). “The with the widest range of interna- tion to the Security Council as tional partners, according to the operations amid today’s uncertain Recently, Kazakhstan has been tions. He did, however, offer his country has attracted a significant an international recognition Ministry of Foreign Affairs. economic situation. The Astana attempting to diversify its econo- take on the factors that affect the volume of FDI and investors take of the soundness and maturity “This year Kazakhstan cel- Times spoke with Andrey Kurilin, my, which has seen a major slow- currency situation. Kazakhstan seriously, they think of of our foreign policy and a de- ebrates the 25th anniversary of Citi’s country manager and a CEO down due to the low oil prices of “Currency is tied up with the oth- Kazakhstan as a market where they served achievement of our inde- its independence. I remember of its daughter bank in Kazakhstan, the last year, and the subsequent er pillars of the economy,” Kurilin could invest. No one is saying [in- pendence,” said Idrissov. that back in 1991 some observers to find out how and why Citigroup significant weakening of its- cur said. “It’s clear that the conjuncture vesting here is] without challenges doubted Kazakhstan’s ability to Continued on Page A3 has decided to keep growing. rency. Still, Citi’s enthusiasm re- in the global commodity market, or things that need to be addressed but many other markets have not at- “The market conditions in Ka- mains intact, Kurilin said. specifically in oil, is important, es- tracted anything near what Kazakh- zakhstan are fully suitable for a “Generally, banks [in Kazakh- pecially for a country like Kazakh- stan has managed to attract. So long global player with high standards stan] proved to be capable of re- stan, an oil exporter. So when oil as this continues, the focus would around product offering, client se- acting to external and macroeco- got cheaper, the country’s currency be not only on new investors but on lection, regulatory compliance and nomic challenges,” he explained. reacted accordingly. This was logi- existing investors.” Kazakh Chess staff qualification, like Citi,” he “The market is competitive; if one cal and expected and that’s what said. “The fact that Citi finds Ka- offers a good product, is focused happened in a lot of countries with Continued on Page A4 Champion Opens composed 1.9 percent as per Aug. 1, said Akishev. Another positive factor was the Kazakh Economy Experiences restoration of economic crediting. Academy in Astana “If between January and April and her contribution to popularis- we could notice a decline of loans, By Zhanna Shayakhmetova ing chess in the country. since May there has been a growth “I am proud that I managed to be Inflow of Foreign Investments ASTANA – Four-time world the first and win the title of world tendency,” he said. ing 1.5 trillion tenge (US$4.4 bil- the last year, when the investment According to the report the gen- champion and women’s grandmas- champion under 20. I would like to By Kseniya Voronina lion) invested by the public sec- composed $1.2 billion. eral amount of loans increased ter Dinara Saduakassova opened dedicate my victory to the 25th an- tor,” Akishev said. He also noted a The inflow of foreign invest- by 0.5 percent and composed a chess academy Sept. 16 in the niversary of Kazakhstan’s independ- ASTANA – National Bank significant increase of investments ments was mainly concentrated 12.7 trillion tenge ($37.4 billion), capital. ence, my supporters and all fans of of Kazakhstan Chairman Dani- in non-oil sectors, including the in following sectors: chemicals while the amount of newly-issued chess,” she said in an exclusive in- yar Akishev announced the total manufacturing industry, which ($13 million or 0.5 percent of the A charismatic and intelligent loans increased by 7.8 percent and terview with The Astana Times. amount of foreign investments in increased by 19.5 percent and to- total investment in the first quar- person, Saduakassova is full of the Kazakh economy during the taled 429.3 billion tenge (US$1.3 ter of the current year) and phar- reached 5.4 trillion tenge ($15.9 ideas concerning the new school Continued on Page B7 current year so far was $5.7 bil- billion). maceuticals ($11.5 million or 0.4 billion) between January and July. lion. The statement was made at “The growth in agriculture in- percent of the total investment), At the same time, the foreign the Sept. 9 enlarged session of the creased by 39.4 percent and totaled engineering ($11.6 million or 0.4 trade turnover decreased by 30.4 government with the participa- 113.5 billion tenge (US$334.6 percent), construction ($180.0 percent during the first half of 2016 tion of President Nursultan Naz- million); in the financial sector, million or 6.8 percent), transpor- and totaled US$28 billion, includ- arbayev. the investment share increased by tation ($165.0 million or 6.2 per- ing the exports of $17.1 billion. In his report on the GDP growth, 22.2 percent and totaled 34 billion cent), oil ($518.6 million or 19.4 “There is also a slowdown in Akishev noted a key factor trig- tenge (US$100.2 million) and in percent) and metal ores ($159 the inflation process. The annual gering the 4.8-percent increase of trade the increase composed 21.3 million or 5.9 percent). inflation reached its peak of 17.7 investments in fixed assets was the percent and amounted to 72.5 bil- Due to the influx of direct in- percent in July 2016, after which Nurly Zhol state programme initi- lion tenge (US$213.7 million),” he vestments the international re- it gradually began to decline. The ated by the President. said. serves of the country rose by 4.2 monthly inflation slowed to 0.2 “The total investments in fixed The flow of foreign direct invest- percent and totaled $95.2 billion. percent in August 2016, while at assets amounted to 4.3 trillion ments totaled $5.7 billion, which The National Fund assets reached the beginning of the year it com- tenge (US$12.7 billion), includ- is almost five times higher than in US$64.7 billion and the increase posed 5.4 percent,” said Akishev. kipyat.com Photo credit:

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NATIONAL More Seminars on Innovations and NEWS IN BRIEF Kazakh President Nursultan Nazarbayev met with Supreme New Technologies to Be Held for Farmers Court Chairman Kairat Mami, reported Akorda.kz. The two dis- livestock farms. About 400 work- should have an economic effect a cussed issues to implement the By Azamat Syzdykbayev shops have already been held. farmer will benefit from after he Plan of the Nation – 100 Concrete In selecting the seminar topics, introduces new breeds or technol- Steps, as well as the results of the Approximately 10,000 farmers the programme developers took ogies. Secondly, it is about an in- court’s activity in the first eight will learn about new technologies into consideration the specificity creased awareness on state support months of the year and preparation and effective ways to lead an ag- of the regions, according to Cen- of the agro-industrial complex. Fi- for the upcoming Seventh Con- ricultural business during seminars tre for Agrocapacity head Toleutai nally, we ask our experts to focus gress of Judges. Mami reassured organised by the Atameken Na- Rakhimbekov. For example, most on agricultural cooperatives,” said Nazarbayev that all 10 steps of the tional Chamber of Entrepreneurs. of the seminars on camel breed- Rakhimbekov. Plan of the Nation related to the  Nearly 700 seminars are ex- ing are held in Almaty, Kyzylorda, Fermers.kz, an information-an- judiciary sector are currently being pected to be held for 217,000 agri- Mangistau and South Kazakhstan alytical portal, has been launched implemented. The optimisation of cultural producers, said Atameken regions, while the cereal crops to support farmers. The extension the judiciary allowed facilitating Agrobusiness and Food Industry topic is demanded in Akmola, section provides all necessary in- access to the justice system and re- Department Deputy Director Din- Kostanai, North Kazakhstan and formation concerning the work- ducing the time of final decisions. mukhammed Absattarov during a erkindik-kz Photo credit: Zhambyl regions. Seminars on shop schedule, as well as study In addition, Mami reported on the Central Communication Service corn are organised in Taldykorgan, materials and an opportunity to work of the specialised board on briefing. include both theory to explain the the framework of the agrobusi- rice in Kyzylorda, cotton in South ask online questions of experts and investment disputes, Astana spe- “We started to work on the pro- working principles of best prac- ness entities informational support Kazakhstan region and beekeeping lecturers. The agromarket section cialised board of court and the gramme in March. More than 100 tices and current innovations as programme, the implementation of and maral breeding in East Ka- can be used to place advertise- international board under the Su- domestic and foreign experts as well as internships to master skills which was transferred in the form zakhstan region. ments and buy or sell agricultural preme Court. well as lecturers will conduct free on how to use new technologies,” of a state task to the Atameken. “We imposed three important products. The portal was visited seminars and provide advisory he said. The programme covers 212 farms, rules for local and foreign pro- by 9,000 users, including from for- The ban on smartphones dur- support to farmers. The seminars All the events will be held in including 70 crop farms and 142 gramme developers. First of all, it eign countries. ing school hours in Kyzylorda region, which applies to students and teachers, is effective as of Sept. 1. Some 299 secondary schools in the region have al- Bill Giving Local Governments Move Budgeting ready made the proper changes, however, they allow the use of mobile phones without Internet access. “The proposal was ac- Power to Be Introduced in Parliament cepted by teaching boards and opportunities for citizens to partic- self-government budget consist- the local government budget. Thus, local self-government communal parent committees. We agree By Zhanna Shayakhmetova ipate in decision-making through ing of tax and non-tax revenues the mechanisms to plan budget ex- property and the formation and that the use of smartphones has the development of local govern- are also identified in the bill. The penditures taking into account the management of the property. a negative impact on the educa- ASTANA – A new bill on local ment,” said Bishimbayev. tax revenues include personal in- interests of the local community are According to the minister, the tional process and uncontrolled self-government might be intro- The bill introduces some chang- come tax on income not subject provided,” said Bishimbayev. local self-government property access of children to the Internet duced in 2018, Minister of National es and additions to the budget, tax to withholding; property tax of The expenditures of the local will consist of the assets of the lo- has a negative impact on their Economy Kuandyk Bishimbayev an- and civil codes and laws “On state individuals; transportation tax for budgets will be determined at the cal treasury and property assigned moral and spiritual development. nounced during the presentation of property,” “On local government individuals and legal entities; land level of the current budget code in to the communal legal entities. In addition, expensive phones of- the draft law “On amendments and and self-government in Kazakh- tax for individuals and legal entities 19 areas of expenditures of a vil- “The formation and management ten get lost,” said Kyzylorda re- additions to some legislative acts of stan” and “On advertising.” on populated locality; payment for lage akim, including pre-school of local self-government commu- gion education department head Kazakhstan on the development of At present, the budget system of placement of outdoor (visual) ad- education and training, landscap- nal property will be similar to the Bakhytzhan Sailybayev. Officials local self-government” at the mid- Kazakhstan consists of three lev- vertising on roads that pass through ing and planting of settlements, communal property of the district. expect these measures to have a September meeting of the Committee els. There is no independent budg- the cities of regional subordinance, construction, reconstruction and Akim of the village in consultation “powerful preventive effect” in for Economic Reform and Regional et at the level of regional cities, villages, rural districts. The non-tax repair and organisation of water with the local community takes the education of students in sec- Development of the Mazhilis (lower villages, towns and rural districts revenues include revenues for prop- supply and others. under control the management of ondary schools. The ban is also house of Parliament). but there are almost 2,500 admin- erty lease (rent) of the state prop- “The introduction of local self- local self-government communal aimed at reducing the crime rate The introduction of an independ- istrative units. erty; voluntary duties of natural government independent budgets property,” he added. in schools and introducing new ent budget and communal property “The local self-government and legal persons; fines levied by also raises the need for the insti- The amendments and supple- approaches in educational work. for local self-government, empow- budget at the level of cities of re- akims (mayors) for administrative tution of ‘local self-government ments to the law “On local gov- erment of local self-governments gional importance, villages, towns, offenses provided by the code “On communal ownership,’ which is ernment and self-government in A Mazhilis ethics council in the management of the budget rural districts is being implemented administrative offences”; proceeds not established today. All commu- Kazakhstan” in terms of granting tasked with preventing violations process and municipal property are as a fourth level of the state budget from the sale of municipal property; nal property in the village is a part maslikhats the authority to ap- by parliamentarians has been provided for in the bill, reported in 2018 in the administrative ter- transfers from the regional budget. of the communal property and the prove local government budget, formed in the lower house of Par- the ministry’s press service. ritorial units with populations over “The local self-government area controlled by the regional aki- expanding the powers of akims liament, reported Khabar 24 news “The adoption of the bill will in- 2,000 people and it will be imple- budget will be approved by mas- mat,” said Bishimbayev. and their staff on budget execution agency. The body will include a crease the financial independence mented nationwide in 2020,” said likhats after discussion at the local The bill also introduces rules to and management of local self-gov- total of seven members represent- of local self-governments in ad- Bishimbayev. community meeting. Akim (mayor) the civil code and the law on state ernment communal property are ing all party factions. One of the dressing pressing local issues and The revenue sources of the local of the village will work to execute property, defining the concept of also provided in the bill. appointments will be Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Security member Kuanysh Sul- tanov. Jointly with the Central Election Commission, the mem- President Nazarbayev Congratulates bers of the council will develop disciplinary measures designated for the members of Parliament. Mazhilis Speaker Nurlan Nigmat- Almaty on Millennial Anniversary ullin said this practice already ex- ists in many countries. The ethics Continued from Page A1 The President also spoke with The President was informed that the Multimedia Centre of Tradi- History of Almaty. The President rules shall be defined by the con- representatives of the International all Universiade facilities would be tional Music, which has unique presented to the centre his personal stitutional law “On the Parliament The city area has doubled over University Sports Federation and used as training centres for sports Kazakh instruments from the col- dombra and the sculpture “Steppe of Kazakhstan and the status of the past five years,” highlighted expressed his hope for the success schools and professional and ama- lections of the Museum of Folk Melodies,” dedicated to the leg- its members.” According to Sul- the President. of the World Winter Universiade teur teams. Instruments, the Kasteev State endary folk singer and dombra tanov, everything must comply In addition, the President em- 2017 with their direct support. In addition, Nazarbayev visited Museum and the Museum of the player Dina Nurpeissova. phasised the important role of with the legislation. If members small and medium-sized business- demonstrate criticism against es, which, he said, produce a quar- anything, they should back it up ter of the products and services of with verified facts and not pure the country. Almaty is known to be speculation or assumption. “This a city with the largest number of should be taken into account,” he SMEs in Kazakhstan. said, adding “on the whole, the Nazarbayev also drew attention council should increase the re- to Winter Universiade prepara- sponsibility of parliamentarians tions, which, he said, have given and their work.” new impetus to the development of the tourism industry of the city, On Sept. 21, Mazhilis rati- helping to increase employment. fied the agreement on continu- “We invested 107 billion tenge ing the International Science and [US$312.9 million] for the con- Technology Centre. Minister of struction of its unique facilities. Education and Science Yerlan Sa- The Winter Universiade provides gadiyev noted the centre “contrib- work for more than 1,500 small utes to the improvement of inter- and medium-sized businesses and national mechanisms to prevent creates more than 30,000 new proliferation of weapons of mass jobs. The event will bring together destruction, providing scientists more than 2,000 athletes from 57 and engineers with the knowledge countries. The development of the and skills applicable to weapons Almaty tourism cluster will pro- vide employment for 90,000 citi- of mass destruction, opportuni- zens,” he said. ties for training and alternative During his visit, Nazarbayev employment in areas where their visited new sports complexes in- knowledge can be used for peace- cluding Khalyk Arena, a 3,000- ful activities.” The activity is seat ice arena and Almaty Arena, a relevant, he added, because Ka- 12,000-seat ice palace, as well as zakhstan is currently one of the the venerable Medeo skating rink world leaders in nuclear-weapon and the new Athletic Village for non-proliferation. The centre’s athletes and delegations. headquarters have been moved The main building of the Athletic from Russia to Kazakhstan. It is Village includes areas for accredita- located in Nazarbayev University tion, sports information and multi- and after EXPO 2017 it is expect- media centres, as well as a dining ed to move to the grounds of the room and rooms for volunteers. international exhibition. A3 EURASIA&WORLD

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EXTERNAL NEWS IN BRIEF Kazakh President Says CIS Should About $2 billion has been in- vested in Kazakhstan by Turk- ish business people as part of the Stimulate Economic Growth Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects, reported Kazakh TV. Fur- Continued from Page A1 form the CIS to the standards of tivities and ensuring its functional President of Azerbaijan Ilham President of Russia Vladimir Putin ther possible cooperation between modern reality reached during the flexibility,” he said. Aliyev, President of Armenia Serzh and President of Tajikistan Emoma- the countries was discussed at a According to Nazarbayev, CIS previous meeting. Nazarbayev welcomed the deci- Sargsyan, President of Belarus Al- li Rahmon, as well as Foreign special forum, as foreign investors is proceeding to the third phase of “The continuous work should be sion on the chairmanship of Russia exander Lukashenko, President of Minister of Uzbekistan Abdulaziz are interested in sponsoring the de- the Economic Development Strat- held on improvement of CIS ac- of the CIS in 2017. Kyrgyzstan Almazbek Atambayev, Kamilov attended the event. velopment of transport infrastruc- egy adopted in 2008. ture, health and tourism. Plans are “Today, the situation in the underway to implement more than world economy has changed sig- 270 projects with the participation nificantly. Therefore, Kazakhstan of foreign companies, one of the proposes to update the package of largest of which is construction of measures to stimulate economic the Big Almaty Ring Road, which growth in the CIS countries,” he will start next year. “We have in- said. vested $2 billion in various sectors Nazarbayev also pointed to the of the economy of Kazakhstan. In important role of the efficient use of transport and transit potential general, Turkish investments are in the CIS countries’ develop- constant. Our country has the nec- ment. essary experience in the field of “Often there is duplication and PPPs, so we always support the co- inconsistency between the coun- operation and knowledge-sharing tries concerning the implementa- between PPP centres,” said Turk- tion of major transport and transit ish Ambassador in Kazakhstan projects. In this regard, we need Nevzat Uyanyk. to coordinate our policies in this area, thus, greatly improving the International pavilions will be efficiency of our projects,” he passed over to EXPO 2017 ex- said. hibitors next month, according Nazarbayev reminded partici- to Astana EXPO 2017 chairman pants of the agreement to trans- Leaders of the Commonwealth of Independent States meet at the 25th jubilee summit to address the most pressing economic issues on Sept. 16 in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Akhmetzhan Yessimov, who made the announcement during the re- cent meeting with Azerbaijani Minister of Energy Natig Aliyev. the Ministerial Meeting of the Azerbaijan, one of the first coun- Cooperation Council of Turkic- tries to support the idea of the Speaking States. Its participants In New York, FM Idrissov Promotes discussed preparations to the exhibition, will present its best developments for the specialised Sixth Summit of the Turkic Coun- exhibition. To date, 103 countries cil in Bishkek later this year and and 17 international organisations coordinated promotion of com- Security Initiatives, Discusses UNSC Role mon interests at the international have confirmed their participation ar-weapon-free world, the fight a large number of international and Swaziland, the High Repre- platforms, including the UN. in EXPO 2017. “I must say that By Malika Orazgaliyeva against new threats and challeng- partners. sentative of the European Union I am impressed by the prepara- Kazakhstan also initiated an es, such as international terrorism In particular, Idrissov took part for Foreign Affairs and Security informal meeting of foreign min- tions, its scale and organisational Minister of Foreign Affairs of and radicalism, and, certainly, en- in the Eighth Ministerial Meeting Policy and the Executive Secretary arrangements. All of this is im- isters from Central Asia, where Kazakhstan Erlan Idrissov par- suring sustainable development in support of the Comprehensive of the CTBTO Preparatory Com- they discussed international and pressive. I am sure that when the ticipated in the 71st Session of the for all states, especially for de- Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT). mission. As reported earlier, Ka- regional issues. Participants also exhibition starts it will be even United Nations General Assembly veloping ones. In this context, we The minister informed the partici- zakhstan and Japan are co-chairing discussed opportunities to promote more impressive. As for Azerbai- (UNGA) in New York, taking part will actively work to emphasise pants on the outcomes of the recent the Article XIV Conference of the common interests in light Kazakh- jan, we appreciate the honour you in the opening session of the gen- the development priorities and Astana International Conference CTBT in 2015-2017, whose pur- stan’s membership in the UN Se- have given us by inviting us to this eral debates, as well as multilat- challenges in our region, as well “Building a Nuclear Weapon-Free pose is to advance the treaty’s en- curity Council in 2017-2018. exhibition. Our President immedi- eral events and bilateral meetings as stability and security issues in World,” which was dedicated to try into force. Following the events, Idrissov ately responded to this offer,” said on Sept. 20-23. Central Asia. This is directly re- the 25th anniversary of the closure The Kazakh delegation also took discussed bilateral cooperation Aliyev. “This session of the UNGA is held on the 25th anniversary and interaction during multilateral The 2017 Winter Universiade in of Kazakhstan’s Independence. platforms with his colleagues from Almaty will be broadcast in 100 Therefore, at our meetings and Austria, Bolivia, Canada, the EU, countries, said International Uni- in our statements, we note the Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Japan, versity Sports Federation (FISU) importance of this date for Ka- Mongolia, the Netherlands, Spain, President Oleg Matytsin, reported zakhstan in terms of the need to Sweden, and Ukraine. 24.kz. “We’ve partnered with Euro- adequately assess the past and Kazakhstan and Ethiopia also sport to broadcast the Winter Uni- adjust development plans for the signed a memorandum on politi- versiade live in 100 countries of the future,” Idrissov emphasised. cal consultations between their world,” he said. He noted the Uni- According to Idrissov, the most foreign ministries. versiade is not a mere sports event, important task for the Kazakh del- Idrissov also discussed prepara- but the project is aimed at creating a egation is to promote the initia- tions for the First Organisation of powerful heritage for many years to tives of President Nursultan Naz- Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Summit come. “Residents of Almaty should arbayev regarding global security, on Science and Technology with realise that the Universiade sports a nuclear-weapon-free world, the OIC Secretary General Iyad Ameen facilities will be used in the future fight against international terror- Madani. The summit will take place in order to develop mass sports,” he ism and for sustainable develop- September 2017 in Astana. added. It was reported earlier that ment put forth by him at the 70th Idrissov and the UN Secretary the high-profile FISU delegation UNGA session last year. General’s Special Representative led by Matytsin, including heads of The current session was special for Sustainable Energy for All Ra- the national students’ sports federa- to Kazakhstan in light of its elec- chel Kyte discussed cooperation tions from Canada, China, France, tion as a non-permanent member on preparations for EXPO 2017 Germany, Italy, Japan, Poland, Rus- of the UN Security Council for in Astana. Idrissov also met with Foreign ministers of four Turkic-speaking states as well as secretary general of the Turkic Council meet in New York on Sept. 20. sia, Sweden, the United Kingdom, 2017-2018. José Graziano da Silva, direc- “All meetings of our delega- tor general of the United Nations the United States and many other lated to the situation in Afghani- of the Semipalatinsk Test Site and part in the ceremony of depositing tion in New York this week will Food and Agriculture Organisa- countries visited Almaty in Sep- stan and we will focus on these confirmed the strong commitment instruments of ratification of the be mainly dedicated to our mem- tion (FAO), and Peter Thomson, tember. The delegations visited all issues,” Idrissov said. to promote the signing and ratifi- Paris Climate Change Agreement. the Winter Universiade facilities. bership in the Security Council. president of the UN General As- We explain to our international Traditionally, besides promot- cation of the CTBT to ensure its Kazakhstan signed this important sembly. ing Kazakh initiatives at the gen- early entry into force. The meeting international document on Aug. 2 Sibinsk Lake remains the cen- partners our priorities, which In addition, Idrissov attended eral debates, the annual UNGA was also addressed by the foreign and confirmed its commitment to tre of attention as the new tourism will define our work in this vital official receptions on behalf of session provides a platform for ministers of Japan, Germany, Can- complete the ratification process project was launched in Ulansk political body. Our membership the UN Secretary General, heads district. The lake is only a one-hour programme will be based on the the Kazakh delegation to organ- ada, South Korea, Thailand, Aus- by the end of this year. of the U.S. and EU delegations, drive from Ust-Kamenogorsk. peaceful policy of President Naz- ise or participate in multilateral tralia, Argentina, the Netherlands, The Permanent Mission of Ka- where he had meetings with his More than 15,000 people visited arbayev, the struggle for nucle- events and bilateral meetings with Finland, Indonesia, Myanmar, zakhstan to the UN also hosted foreign colleagues. it during the summer, about a half of whom are Russian citizens. The project will require 220 million tenge (US$646,360) in funding, with approximately 50 million Kazakh FM Addresses 71st Session tenge (US$146,900) already allo- cated from the regional budget. Kazakhstan continues to attract of UN General Assembly in New York investors and new technologies in the field of passenger transporta- Continued from Page A1 clear weapons by the UN’s 100th the presidents of Kazakhstan and Idrissov held separate meetings tion. Numerous foreign companies anniversary in 2045, as well as re- Turkey during the OIC Summit in with colleagues from different launched operations in Kazakhstan The foreign minister emphasised ported on the results of the interna- Istanbul in August. Issues were re- countries, including the U.S. Sec- in the last few years, including Kazakhstan’s foreign policy is a tional conference dedicated to the viewed regarding preparations for retary of State John Kerry and For- Yandex Taxi from Russia. Direc- reflection of the country’s deep- 25th anniversary of the Semipalat- the first OIC Summit on Science eign Ministers Walid al-Muallem tor General Tigran Khudaverdyan rooted belief in the power of dis- insk nuclear test site closing held and Technology scheduled next (Syria), Sebastian Kurz (Austria), finds the Kazakh market quite in- course. Aug. 29 in Astana. He also alerted year in Astana. Idrissov also called Sergey Lavrov (Russia), Murray “A call for dialogue is the cen- teresting with “a large and solvent the international community to the on the participants to become in- McCully (New Zealand), Salahud- tral message of President Nursul- Astana Peace Summit to be con- volved in EXPO 2017. population,” he said. “There are din Rabbani (Afghanistan) and tan Nazarbayev’s Manifesto ‘The vened in November. The minister attended a work- many cars and taxis. There is a Mohammad Javad Zarif (Iran). very liberal and democratic market World. The 21st Century,’ which In addition to his speech, Idriss- ing lunch of the Collective Security The sides exchanged views on top- regulation. Therefore, the market has been distributed as an official ov took part in the traditional coor- Treaty Organisation (CSTO) For- is quite interesting and it would be document of the Security Council dination meeting of the Organisa- eign Ministers, as well as a number ical issues of bilateral relations and more convenient to call a taxi from and General Assembly. This mani- tion of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) of side events dedicated to climate the international agenda, including Kazakhstan’s membership in the a mobile application and use this festo offers a realistic take on the Erlan Idrissov Foreign Ministers. OIC Secretary change and its impact on small is- service. Customers can track the world and offers an ambitious vi- General Iyad bin Amin Madani and land states and the consolidation of UN Security Council. A memoran- taxi’s location and specify the ex- sion based on unity rather than di- In this context, Idrissov recalled other participants stressed the rel- international efforts to implement dum on political consultations was act location. They can pay in cash vision, on cooperation rather than another of Nazarbayev’s initia- evance of the joint declaration on the goals of sustainable development signed with the Gambian Minister and with a credit card,” he added. rivalry,” he said. tives to reach a world free of nu- Islamic reconciliation adopted by approved last year by the UNGA. of Foreign Affairs. A4 ECONOMY

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ECONOMY Nation to Increase Gas Production by 2020 NEWS IN BRIEF environmental impact, including He also spoke about the min- sented at the opening of EXPO Minister of National Economy By Azamat Syzdykbayev decreasing harmful emissions. istry’s plans to further develop 2017, he said. Kuandyk Bishimbayev presented “The oil and gas sector is one renewable energy sources. He be- “The global trend of renewable an updated forecast for Kazakh- Kazakhstan’s annual gas pro- of the most important drivers of lieves that Kazakhstan will actively energy development indicates a stan’s socio-economic develop- duction will reach 65 billion cubic economic growth. In spite of the introduce many more such sources significant reduction in electric- ment for the period from 2016 metres by 2020, said Minister of current market prices situation, by 2030. Extensive research in this ity costs over the past decade. For to 2020, Kapital.kz reports. This Energy of Kazakhstan Kanat Bo- Kazakhstan continues to demon- area is to be carried out in the near instance, the latest auctions organ- year’s budget was calculated zumbayev at the Energy of the Fu- strate its investment attractiveness. future, Bozumbayev said. ised in the United Arab Emirates ture forum in Astana. In July 2016, the shareholders of “We plan to hold a large-scale and Chile presented 2.9 U.S. cents based on an average annual oil He noted that gas sector devel- Tengizchevroil approved the ex- study, ‘Foresight 2050: a New for one kilowatt-hour [of solar price of $35 per barrel. The mac- opment is one of the priority direc- pansion of the Tengiz deposit pro- World of Energy and Kazakhstan’s generated electricity]. This is clear roeconomic indicators’ forecast tions of domestic energy. Accord- ject, worth more than $37 billion. Place in It.’ The study will involve evidence that renewable energy was updated taking into account the current global economic situ- ing to recent forecasts, the volume Kanat Bozumbayev It is expected that the production local and international experts. can compete with both gas and of annual gas production will reach at one of the largest deposits in The study will provide answers coal generation. An important task ation, the situation in the com- 65 billion cubic metres by 2020. able for greater use in the domestic the world, Kashagan, will start as to questions related to the trans- for any state, including our coun- modity markets and the results of This year, production totalled 43 market, helping displace coal. well. In light of global trends and formation of the country’s energy try, is to find the right balance be- development in different sectors billion cubic metres. Increased According to the minister, it will challenges, gas industry develop- policy and serve as its long-term tween the use of various forms of of Kazakhstan’s economy since production will not only increase also enable Kazakhstan’s energy ment has become a priority for our foundation,” added the minister. energy to produce electricity and the beginning of this year. The gas export, but also make it avail- system to significantly reduce its country,” explained Bozumbayev. The study’s results will be pre- heat,” concluded Bozumbayev. average price of oil was increased from $30 to $35 per barrel; the price fluctuation index for metals was reduced from 15 to 12.7 per- cent; the average U.S. dollar ex- change rate remained at 360 tenge Introducing Time-Restricted Deposits Will Help per one U.S. dollar; the volume of oil production was increased from 74 million to 75.5 million tonnes; gross domestic product growth this Stabilise Local Banks, Says National Bank Head year will remain at the level of 0.5 half of the current year will show- the agricultural sector grew up by 13 this practice should be maintained It also provides a greater amount percent, while GDP per capita will By Kseniya Voronina case a gradual recovery of the lend- percent,” said Akishev. for the majority of investors. How- of remuneration for such a restric- be $6,900 in nominal terms. ing process. According to the head of the ever, for those investors who are tion. That will allow banks to offer The head of the National Bank “We can see some positive im- bank, prolonged deposits in tenge willing to allocate new financial a wider range of deposit tools, at the To continue the active diversi- of Kazakhstan Daniyar Akishev provements today. Despite the fact that are needed to enable local banks to funds in banks with the condition same time creating a more stable fication of investment tools and suggested introducing irrevocable general loans of the economy have in- issue long-terms loans. not to withdraw the funds in ad- funding base for a long term lend- to preserve citizens’ savings, the deposits for Kazakh citizens during creased by only 0.5 percent, some sec- “Now, even in the case of a con- vance, but at a higher rate, an op- ing in tenge,” explained Akishev. National Bank of Kazakhstan is a recent session of the government tors of the economy show a significant cluded contract for a long-term de- portunity to open the irrevocable In conclusion, he said that the planning to launch a programme with the participation of President increase. Since the beginning of the posit, any investor has the right to deposits can be provided in the fu- bank is ready to work with the gov- to popularise refined gold bullion Nursultan Nazarbayev. current year, small business loans have withdraw his savings upon the first ture. This means you can’t remove ernment to examine this issue and along with the existing gold and According to Akishev, the second increased by 36 percent and loans in request. This is the right thing and the deposit before its expiry date. make further proposals. silver coins, Chairman of the Na- tional Bank Daniyar Akishev said. The National Bank and second-tier banks will provide liquidity for this market, giving Kazakhstan’s Country’s Economy to Kazakh President Directs Banks citizens the opportunity to buy and sell gold at any time they choose to do so. Return to Growth in to Eliminate Bad Debts More than 350,000 citizens have By Kseniya Voronina the supply by four times. This is only freeze the previous decisions on the signed on to waiting lists for hous- the beginning. At a time when eco- implementation of BASEL 3 stand- ing, according to Mazhilis (lower 2017, Says Latest S&P ASTANA – Kazakh President nomic growth has slowed and the ards, in particular, the requirements chamber of Parliament) member Nursultan Nazarbayev recently or- situation requires effective measures to improve bank capitals. However, Nurtai Sabilyanov. Minister of Na- dered the government and National to recover economic activity, the this measure only exacerbates the tional Economy Kuandyk Bishim- Bank of Kazakhstan to get rid of so restoration of the banking sector is situation and throws the banking bayev announced that more than Global Outlook called “bad” debts. considered one of the priority tasks system a few years back, which is 700 billion tenge (US$2 billion) or slightly reducing oil output. At “We have learned from the bad ex- for us. It is not only an important unacceptable in such a competitive was allocated for housing construc- By Zhazira Dyussembekova the same time, private consump- perience we had in 2007-2009. We element to ensure financing of the market,” the bank chief said. tion last year. However, accord- tion will contract in real terms as have to be strict with banks to make country’s economic needs, but also, Akishev also believes that new ing to Sabilyanov, the problem of ASTANA – S&P Global has consumer purchasing power is hurt them responsible for all financial in- as it was in previous years, one of digital technologies and innovations housing will not be solved quickly. affirmed Kazakhstan’s rating at by the considerable Kazakh tenge stitutions they manage. We have to the leading drivers of growth and the may radically change the rules of the The distribution of funds between conductor of economic reforms in game and lead to further displace- ‘BBB-/A-3,’ according to a press depreciation in 2015,” said the inform the citizens about what the programme operators has raised National Bank of Kazakhstan doing, the real sector of economy. We have ment of the Kazakh banking sec- release from Sept. 9. The outlook press release. some questions. The minister, as well as about the current state of gained considerable experience in tor to the periphery of international on long-term ratings remains nega- According to the data in the re- the financial and credit system of the anti-crisis solutions for the banking trends. however, assured that the launch tive. The agency also projects that port, Kazakhstan’s real GDP for the country. This information has to be system, but, unfortunately, progress “We need to have a modern, high- of the new housing programme the Kazakh economy will return to next year is projected to be 1.5 per- Nurly Zher will relieve the budget moderate growth rates in 2017. transparent,” said Nazarbayev at an in rebuilding the sector remains lim- tech national banking sector, which cent, while in 2018 and 2019 it will enlarged meeting of the government ited,” Akishev said. will allow the country to solve its by attracting private investments  “We consider that the com- be 2.2 and 2.5 percent respectively. of budgetary funds to housing con- modity-dependent economy of on Sept. 9. He explained that banks remain economic problems. Therefore, we While S&P Global predicts 0 Chairman of the National Bank dependent on governmental assis- are ready to work with the govern- struction. He said that Nurly Zher Kazakhstan continues to face pres- percent growth for 2016, the Ka- Daniyar Akishev also reported on tance programmes. Furthermore, ment before the end of this year to will fully reflect important housing sures in an environment of low zakh government says it will be the work being done in this domain. mechanisms to write off bad debts make concrete proposals on quali- issues regarding mortgage lend- and volatile oil prices. At the same nearly 0.5 percent. “Last week, for the first time over are poorly used and a high vulner- tative improvements of the work ing, the provision of private hous- time, our view of Kazakhstan’s The agency’s negative outlook the past eight years, the National ability towards international estima- of the banking sector and restoring ing and rental housing, as well as creditworthiness remains support- primarily reflects the risk that Ka- Bank issued tenge notes with a term tions remains, as well as relatively lending activity, including consid- those affecting loan depositors in ed by its still strong balance sheet zakhstan’s troubles may not be of one year at a rate of 12 percent. low credit ratings. eration of possible financial support the Housing Construction Savings underpinned by sizable sovereign over and that fiscal and external The demand for this tool exceeded “The National Bank was forced to from the state,” concluded Akishev. Bank and the most vulnerable seg- wealth fund assets of about 50 per- profiles, still relatively strong, may cent of [gross domestic product],” weaken over the next 18 months. ments of the population. according to the statement. “It also reflects the risk of Ka- The prediction of growth next zakhstan’s economic growth rate A decline in prices for real es- year is supported by projections of declining more than we presently tate has been recorded in July for stronger investments and recover- anticipate,” said the statement. Citi Country Head: Kazakhstan’s new (0.2 percent) and secondary ing private consumption, as well Also in the view of S&P Global, (0.5 percent) housing compared as by stronger export performance Kazakhstan’s banking system re- to the previous month, Ranking. as the oil price outlook improves mains weak. kz reports. According to the ex- and “the giant Kashagan oil field “We expect a rise in reported Market Is Good for Business perts from portal, a square metre will finally be launched after a nonperforming loans (NPLs) this Continued from Page A1 team and a strong reputation.” Citi- in July was worth 252,200 tenge long string of delays.” year as last year’s tenge deprecia- bank Kazakhstan has more than (US$740) in the new and 191,300 “Kazakhstan’s economy depends tion affects the capacity of some Kurilin is optimistic about Ka- 130 employees in Almaty, Astana, tenge (US$562) in the secondary heavily on the oil sector: official es- borrowers to service their foreign- zakhstan’s future growth. “It is an Aktau, Atyrau, Kyzylorda and market. The difference in price in timates suggest it directly comprised currency denominated loans. We accomplished country now. Fifteen Temirtau, according to the country the new and the secondary real about 15 percent of GDP and ac- also believe that the official NPL years ago it was only emerging [out head, who has been with Citi in dif- estate markets was 24 percent. As counted for over half of exports by statistic of close to 8 percent as of the shadows] of another coun- ferent assignments and countries for the regions, the most expensive value in 2014. We anticipate that, as of July 2016 underestimates the try but now it is a well-recognised, since 1996 and has been in his cur- new housing in August was in the oil prices remain low, Kazakhstan credit risk in the sector. This is sovereign economic player. Also, rent job since 2014. East Kazakhstan region (361,600 will register this year its weakest because some banks have created there is a new generation of people “Kazakhstan is an open economy, tenge or US$1,062 per square me- economic performance since 1998, special purpose vehicles to which who are more open-minded and more so than some other emerging tre, which is 43 percent more than they have offloaded NPLs at face with output stagnating in real better prepared for the competitive markets. If you look at the big in- the national average), in Astana terms. We believe export volumes value. Adjusting for this effect, the environment.” dustrial players in Kazakhstan you (341,700 tenge or US$1,000) and will decline not only due to price underlying NPL level is likely to As of July 2016, Citibank Ka- can see that foreign investors play in the Atyrau region (322,600 effects but also due to the aging of be considerably higher,” the state- zakhstan ranks seventh among Ka- an important role in oil, metals, and tenge or US$947, 14.9 percent the main oil fields, resulting in flat ment predicted. zakhstan’s banks in capital (113.66 consumer products. Citi’s mission higher than the national average). billion tenge), and 11th – by assets is to be a bank of choice for larger Compared to last August, the high- (a 93.5 percent increase year-on- Andrey Kurilin est rates for new housing prices year). However, Kurilin insisted, local corporations and our global tive office in Kazakhstan in 1994 were in the capital (18.4 percent) not everything is reflected on bal- network clients. Our competitive and in 1998, with a full banking ance sheets alone. “You should advantage is global reach and a and the Pavlodar region (17.2 per- measure banks not by the size of license from the National Bank of strong international client network. cent). In the Zhambyl, Kyzylorda, their balance sheet but by their Kazakhstan, opened its doors to Citi is the only bank in the world Karaganda and Almaty regions, reach within their client segment, corporate customers. In 2015, Citi- that has staff in almost 100 coun- the cost for new housing remained the quality of their services and the bank Kazakhstan was named Best tries. Some of our network clients unchanged. In the North Kazakh- business volumes they process – Cash Management Bank in Ka- are the largest players in their re- stan, West Kazakhstan, Aktobe and and not always do those volumes zakhstan by Euromoney and Best spected industries in Kazakhstan. Akmola regions, housing prices appear in the balance sheets sta- Institutional Internet Bank in Ka- Our primary mission is to be a bank dropped slightly. Experts also note tistics,” he said. “Especially if you zakhstan by Global Finance. of choice for day-to-day transac- that the volume of transactions in specialise in transactional services, “We are one of the most efficient tional needs of our clients.” high-rise apartment buildings in you focus on processing, not the as- banks in Kazakhstan,” Kurilin ex- “I have an exciting job,” noted July dropped 11 percent compared sets build-up.” plained. “We have a high share in Kurilin. “We in Citi are pleased to the previous month and totalled

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF Kazakh Company to Create Probiotic Based Kazakhstan-made car batteries are to be supplied to China, Ka- zakh TV reports. A Taldykorgan on Bifidobacterium, Lactobacillus plant has already shipped the first At present, no pharmaceutical Bifidobacterium and lactobacil- batch to the Xinjiang Uygur Au- By Zhazira Dyussembekova company in Kazakhstan has a pro- lus are natural constituents of the tonomous Region in China. The duction of finished dosage forms microflora of the gastro-intestinal company produces 250,000 units ASTANA – Kazakh National containing bifidobacterium and tract of a human being. The first every month. The plant manufac- Agency for Technological Devel- lactobacillus as an active compo- attempts to use them were carried tures all kinds of automotive bat- opment has allocated a 4 million nent, so the demand in the country out about 100 years ago. Both of teries, including industrial and tenge (US$11,788) grant to Bi- is huge. In addition, state medical military equipment. The produc- them are actively involved in the ostem Company to develop a med- institutions buy those drugs a lot, synthesis of vitamins, affect the tion complies with all interna- icine based on bifidobacterium and so the company targets to work tional standards, the management metabolism of toxic substances lactobacillus, reported Kazinform with them as well. and act as antioxidants, protecting says. “We have been exporting our on Sept. 14. The new drug claims “We want to produce our local products abroad for more than 10 against pathogenic bacteria and re- to be a much cheaper probiotic probiotic based on bifidobacteri- ducing blood pressure. years already. We started exporting than existing ones on the market. um and lactobacillus and distribute Lactobacillus increase immu- to Afghanistan first. Now we will “At the moment the project is here in Kazakhstan and abroad in nity as they live everywhere in the export to Poland and Germany,” still at an initial stage, at the labo- the future,” added Khasenova. body, in the intestines and stom- said Deputy Director General Yes- ratory level. We will be developing The project will enable the for- ach, and even in human saliva. set Kanayev. it during this upcoming year. The mation of Kazakhstan’s pharma- Their bactericidal function is to financing was given only for the ceutical production and a signifi- Kazakhstan has attracted over development of the drug,” head of cant reduction in the dependence destroy pathogens. Settling down $220 billion in foreign direct in- the Group on the Development of on imports of essential medicines in any mucosal they contribute to vestment (FDI) in the past 10 the Probiotic Akmaral Khasenova and will provide the population increase immunity. years, Kazakh TV reports. This told The Astana Times, adding that based on a special cultivation and capsules and blisters,” said Khase- with quality medication at a much Bifidobacterium is a kind of bac- was brought up during a round- in the future, additional financing encapsulation into hard gelatine nova. lower price. teria living in the large intestine table discussion in Almaty where will be needed to bring it on the in- capsules. It will improve thera- At the moment, such drugs are Today, 20 people are working only. Its purpose is the utilisation officials of Kazakhstan’s Ministry dustrial level. peutic efficacy and significantly imported in the country, mainly on the project. Biostem Company of everything that was not digested of Investments and Development The production is planned to be reduce the cost of the new drug. from Russia. According to her, works under National Centre of and cleansing the body from the and representatives of foreign in Stepnogorsk city of the Akmola “The first stage in the project is the finished product will not differ Biotechnologies. It also makes fer- products of the gastrointestinal companies and the diplomatic region under Kazakhstan National taking active strains of bifidobac- from its imported analogues. tilisers and bio fertilisers and other tract. Modern human needs bifi- community met for discussion. Centre of biotechnologies. It is terium and lactobacillus that will The price of the medicine will projects in biotechnologies. dobacterium, especially regarding The most urgent issues affecting aimed at creating a drug, which is be used in the drug. The next step be within 30-35 tenge (US$ 0.08 Probiotics can improve health the fact that his or her nutrition in- the investment climate and chang- a probiotic based on the microor- is the establishment of the com- – 0.1) per capsule, which is more by restoring the normal functions cludes fast food and semi-finished es and trends in the investment ganisms of active bifidobacterium modity form of the drug, getting than two times cheaper than its of the body and protecting it from products, in order to maintain nor- policy of Kazakhstan were on the and lactobacillus. The method is it in a dry form and turning it into counterparts from Russia. infections. mal digestion. agenda. According to the Ministry of Investments and Development, starting from 2015 there has been an increase in investment in the sectors of the national economy targeted as part of the country’s Kazkommertsbank Becomes Exclusive industrialisation programme. Ac- cording to Vice Minister of Invest- ments and Development Yerlan Khairov, face-to-face meetings Acquirer of Diners Club Cards with representatives of the Euro- pean Business Association, which By Zhazira Dyussembekova Kazkommertsbank Nurlan Zha- provide them with the comfort they and Europe. It is “a pivotal coun- ing to the statement, this will en- includes 150 foreign companies, giparov. are accustomed to in transactions. try to help increase Diners Club’s able card acceptance at more than have had a significant impact on ASTANA – Diners Club Inter- Diners Club International is a The additional benefit from col- presence in the region.” 42,000 payment terminals at differ- the country’s investment climate, national and Kazakhstan’s largest part of the Discover Global Net- laboration with Diners Club is that “Working with Kazkommerts- ent locations and 2,266 ATMs. as investors’ opinions and wishes private bank, Kazkommertsbank, work. Diners Club cards are ac- the holders of cards issued for local bank will not only expand our Founded in 1950, Diners Club provide insight into what still are launching the Diners Club cepted in more than 185 countries payment systems in India, South global footprint, it will also allow International introduced the needs improvement. Card business in Kazakhstan, ac- and territories via millions of Korea and certain other countries Discover Global Network card- world’s first credit charge card, cording to a press statement issued merchant locations and at more could be serviced via Discover holders to use their cards through- which was the beginning of a fi- Prices for the most popular Sept. 15. The deal represents a step than one million ATMs and cash Global Network, which means that out the country,” he said. nancial revolution in how consum- brand of gasoline, AI 92, shot up toward Kazakhstan’s global eco- access locations. in Kazakhstan, they would be able Kazkommertsbank is the largest ers and companies pay for prod- 16.4 percent in a year to 125 tenge nomic integration, the bank said. “In the near future, Kazakhstan to use their cards,” he stated. acquiring bank in Kazakhstan, as ucts and services. Today, Diners (US$0.36) per litre at the end of “Our collaboration with Diners will become more attractive to According to Managing Di- well one of the largest issuers of Club is a famous brand that also August, Energyprom.kz reports. Club is another step toward the foreign visitors due to significant rector of Discover in Europe, payment cards in the country. Now offers access to VIP lounges in the This summer, the diesel price integration of Kazakhstan into the events such as the Universiade and the Middle East and Africa Matt it will also be the exclusive acquirer airports throughout the world and grew by 3.3 percent to 99 tenge global economy, which increases EXPO 2017. Expecting a great in- Sloan, Kazakhstan is in a prime of Diners Club cards in Kazakhstan, provides corporations and small flow of foreign tourists and busi- location for facilitating trade as well as all of cards issued by the (US$0.26) per litre. In the period the tourism potential in our coun- business owners with a range of try,” said Managing Director of ness travellers, we are trying to among countries throughout Asia Discover Global Network. Accord- cost management solutions. from January to June, Kazakh- stan’s manufacturers met 73.3 per- cent of the country’s demand, in- cluding aviation. For comparison, at the end of 2015 the share of lo- cal production was at 67.1 percent. Aktau Northern Port Now an International One The Pavlodar Oil and Chemistry Refinery is leading gasoline pro- Amirzhanov noted that the event work as dockers, tallymen, moor- Iran’s Ministry of Transporta- foreign currency. It is important for By Yerbolat Uatkhanov also became possible after the re- ing masters and slingsmen. tion subsidises all Iranian vessels the economy and at the same time it duction with 45 percent of the total moval of sanctions against Iran. It is possible that the port will that use Kazakh seaports, covering ensures the domestic food security produced in Kazakhstan. ASTANA – Aktau’s new north- The vessel was loaded with 45 be used to import goods from Iran their expenses, he said. This makes of our country,” he said. ern seaport officially became an tonnes of metal from Karaganda in the future. Amirzhanov said transport via Kazakh seaports prof- Consul General of Iran The automotive industry of the international port when an Iranian and grain from North Kazakhstan. it was highly likely that agricul- itable for Iranian buyers of Kazakh Mahmoud Adib congratulated country is increasing production, ship was loaded with Kazakh met- The northern seaport is technically tural products from Iran will be metal and grain. Mangistau on the event. Today.kz reports. This August, al and grain there. equipped for large weights and has imported, especially oranges and Thus, cooperation with Iran, “I congratulate you with the some 1,954 passenger cars were  “This is the first Iranian ship the ability to unload 80,000 tonnes mandarins, which can’t be grown with its previously inaccessible opening of the northern port of produced in the country, four times that has arrived for loading at the of grain at once with its new in Kazakhstan. This will enhance market of 80 million people, will Aktau. … The opening of the more than last August, when 488 new Aktau seaport. The seaport cranes. The port also has an eleva- cooperation and will make such be very important for Mangistau northern and southern corridors cars were produced. The produc- was put into operation in the sum- tor that can store 30,000 tonnes of goods cheaper in Kazakhstan. region. Amirzhanov emphasised will enable Kazakhstan to enhance tion of passenger cars in the coun- mer of 2015, but it was only used grain. “It is very important that we can the solvency of the country and cooperation with Iran to go be- try has shown continuous growth as a domestic seaport, because it Having two seaports gives Ka- have Iranian mandarins on our ta- said that it has a very good, stable yond the sea to the oceans. Today, over the three summer months. had no customs body. … Today, zakhstan’s producers of grain and bles on New Year’s Eve, and they and strategically important market. we have witnessed such an event. The share of sold cars assembled in the first foreign vessel arrived at other goods an option, and today, a will be cheaper than last year, de- “Increasing export is beneficial We plan to carry up to 200 tonnes the country was 35 percent, while the northern port, because it can real competition between the sea- spite the devaluation of the tenge,” for our economy. Exporting grain of metal from Kazakhstan to Iran in 2015 this figure was 17 percent. operate with foreign ships from ports has started. he added. is even more beneficial than oil, be- in the end of October. Today’s With regard to sales in 2016, more today and now has the status of an The opening of the new port has Amirzhanov highlighted that cause it is a renewable product. It is shipment amounts to 45 tonnes of than a quarter of new car buyers international seaport,” said Deputy made it possible to employ more the new international seaport will very important that the farmers of metal. This is the first cooperation preferred models from local as- Akim (Governor) of Mangistau re- people. A state programme sup- surely contribute to the competi- the North Kazakhstan region have with the new port. I am very happy semblies, and in August their share gion Rakimbek Amirzhanov, Ka- ported a staff training programme tiveness of Kazakhstan’s grain and an opportunity to sell their goods, for Mangistau and Kazakhstan,” reached 35 percent. Chief Editor pital.kz reports. for local young people, who now metal. their grain, to foreign markets for Adib said. of AutoBusinessReview Yevgeny Yesskov believes that the shrink- ing demand for new cars is a good opportunity for local producers to increase market share, including through public support for industry Aktau Seaport Reaches Record Shipping to Iran measures that directly affect the tonnes. The port reached of the port, in the customs growth of production volumes in By Aiman Turebekova such impressive results for code of the port, in rules the future may affect the reduction the first time in four years. It and standards governing the in exports. According to Yesskov, ASTANA – In August, has become possible thanks norms of behaviour, move- despite this, Kazakhstan is still the Aktau port increased its to the coordinated work and ment of transport on the ter- one of the largest export markets shipping by 50 percent over cooperation of all partici- ritory of the port, safety and for Russian companies. Manufac- previous years, reported the pants of this process, includ- occupational health. turers of the two countries are im- press service of Kazakhstan ing the operating companies The Aktau Seaport Spe- plementing a joint project to create Temir Zholy (KTZ). of the port. cial Economic Zone (SEZ) a car plant in Ust-Kamenogorsk In particular, 159,000 Today, significant changes established by a presidential with the participation of Russia’s tonnes of metal products are taking place in the port decree, has been operating AvtoVAZ. Nevertheless, although were sent to Iran, reach- of Aktau that are aimed at since Jan. 1, 2003. Engi- Russia and Kazakhstan are work- ing record levels. Previ- reaching maximum trans- neering infrastructure sub- ing together, it is more important ously, the average monthly parency of its activities, zone No. 3, which is the for Kazakhstan to establish its own shipment figures reached the elimination of unfair at- most compact on the terri- production. The joint project plant 100,000 tonnes. titude to work and the pre- tory, was built from 2009- in Ust-Kamenogorsk will produce The daily metal handling vention of manifestations of 2012 at a cost of 3.3 billion Lada models in Kazakhstan, which reached 6,700 tonnes in the corruption. tenge (US$17.8 million). would significantly reduce imports second half of August com- Innovations are related All networks, roads and rail- from Russia. pared to the usual 4,000 to changes in the structure ways have been built. kazlogistics.kz Photo credit: A6 EDITORIAL&OPINION

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2016 FM’s UNGA Address Outlines Expert Says the Deaf Still Commitment to Global Security Face Challenges his year’s UN General Assembly session in stability globally. A priority for us is to work with By Ainur Kembayeva Tell our readers about the asso- organised a festival of sign song New York was especially poignant for our others to secure a successful outcome to the situation ciation. and dance among children and country. Coming just before we celebrate our in Afghanistan. Only through a genuine and inclusive International Deaf Day, marked The organisation was created in youth with a hearing disorder. 25th anniversary and take our place on the political settlement can progress be made on its wider annually the last Sunday of Sep- 2008. Chairperson of the organisa- Similar competitions became then TUN Security Council, it presented an opportunity to social and economic development. tember, was launched in 1951 to tion Kyzylgul Sembina, having two traditional in all cities of the coun- show the world not just the great progress our country Idrissov used his address to highlight Kazakhstan’s honour the creation of the World brothers with a hearing disorder and try; courses in acting skills andper- has made but the path we are paving for the future. As investment of more than $50 million for educating Federation of the Deaf (WFD). It helping with the solution of prob- formances on the stages of Astana, the dust settles, we can be proud of the efforts made by Afghan students, as well as resources for building is marked during the International lems not only of her brothers but also such as “Thumbelina,” “Shewolf” our representatives to promote Kazakhstan’s world- schools and hospitals and providing humanitarian Week of the Deaf. This year, the of their friends, created the organisa- “Kyz Zhibek” are organised. leading security initiatives. assistance. Tackling the root causes of extremism day fell on Sept. 25. tion to unite children and youth with Organising roundtables with the Minister for Foreign Affairs Erlan Idrissov’s speech through providing hope and prosperity is a cornerstone To better understand the lives a hearing disorder together to solve invitation of representatives of pub- in the opening debate of the 71st UN General Assem- of our international development commitment and one of the deaf, Vice Chairman of the problems they constantly face. lic authorities, deputies and people bly outlined our country’s priorities and strategy for that supports our security objectives. Association of the Deaf “Zhasnur” We began to organise lectures and with a hearing disorder, we pay at- our tenure on the Security Council. Idrissov clearly Global terrorism has become one of the most pressing Aigul Bulatova discussed the chal- seminars on various subjects with the tention to the problems existing at outlined how Kazakhstan’s approach to foreign policy security concerns of our time. The foreign minister articu- lenges they face in everyday life. invitation of specialists in AIDS and the moment and express them at the is borne out of our deep-rooted belief in the power of lated how Kazakhstan’s strategy of encouraging dialogue from the Centres for Healthy Living government level. What problems do people with a dialogue and our country’s commitment to act as a aims to build cooperation between states to combat and and the Centre of Family Planning. Our purpose is to change the hearing disorder face daily? trusted, objective and steadfast partner of the UN and destroy this threat. The Kazakh President’s idea of creat- Thus, we have drawn the attention situation that has been developed For our country where more than all member states. ing a global anti-terror coalition is at the centre of this ap- of these organisations that teenag- in society concerning people with a 200,000 deaf people live, the prob- We face an increasingly complex and dangerous proach and is designed to strengthen and synergise efforts ers with a hearing disorder have hearing disorder. lem of development and social in- world – threats from terrorist organisations, glob- between multiple counter-terrorism structures. questions on which they would like Organising various training ally networked criminal gangs, the impact of climate In this age of networks and globalisation economic clusion in society is still urgent. The potential of deaf children is to hear answers from experts in a courses, we give the chance to mas- change, the continuation of nuclear proliferation, the sanctions are counter-productive, creating new divi- language clear to them and the ques- ter new professions, to get a job. mass movement of refugees from the Middle East and sion lines which serve to alienate nations, rather than underestimated, and conditions for realisation of their abilities aren’t tions they would be ashamed to ask We hold festivals of creativ- North Africa all pose real risk to the global communi- drawing them together. This is why Idrissov called parents. Such lectures and seminars ity featuring people with a hearing ty. It is vital we work together to develop a new clear- created. for the further re-integration of Iran in political and began to be held regularly. It is no se- disorder to showcase their creative headed and mutually supported strategy for retaining economic areas. Our record of promoting a mutually All this forces deaf individuals cret that the main professions for deaf abilities, development their talents global security and prosperity. beneficial deal on the Iranian nuclear programme is to join the ranks of people who are people are in the shoe and sewing and their integration into society. As the “new kids on the block” of global diplomacy, well known. We can be proud that our country helped hopelessly jobless due to a lack business, being a janitor or cleaner. We want the deaf to have equal Kazakhstan can offer fresh perspectives and a revi- break the deadlock on the Iranian programme by sup- of speech communication and de- But modern youth are interested opportunities. Therefore we have talised approach to security issues. Our position as a porting constructive dialogue among stakeholders and pendence on sign language trans- in new types of professions. And opened the centre for social help bridge between Eastern and Western powers has meant by hosting two rounds of multilateral talks. lation under the conditions of the Kazakhstan is uniquely placed to bring together differ- The issue of nuclear security is one the world knows modern economy. with the assistance of grants, we Komek, which includes shops, trade ent cultures, nations and religions to act as a stabilising we hold extremely close to our hearts. Indeed, it was our The leisure of children isn’t have organised courses on training boutiques, sewing workshops, poly- force in times of crisis. country who initiated a General Assembly resolution on organised; there are no creative in hairdressing and manicure skills graphs, furniture production, a deli, Idrissov’s speech made it clear that countering the achievement of a nuclear-weapon-free world, which circles and classes for them. for 25 children of the senior classes, cookery, a dry cleaner, a laundry global threats depends on the country’s ability to over- was adopted in December 2015. Although we have They have no choice of profes- and also to ethnic applied art, such and beauty shop work. We have also come the barriers that divide us and find a common just celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Treaty on the sions; they aren’t involved in the as work with felt, tree, skin, etc. opened a creative workshop Theatre language. Over many years, we have seen how pro- Central Asian nuclear-weapon-free zone, this was the last cultural public life of the city or By doing it we have shown so- of Mimicry and Gestures for realisa- moting dialogue and constructive relations has helped major breakthrough in global disarmament. Idrissov’s ad- country. This is characteristic ciety that children with a hearing tion of creative potential, possibility smooth over conflict and bring those in disagreement dress put forward how upcoming efforts will be focussed of all cities of Kazakhstan and disorder can and have the right to of self expression and transfer of the back to the negotiating table. From our President, Nur- on building a coalition of states that will help to stigma- is discussed only by the few choose professions which are pleas- look and outlook on current events. sultan Nazarbayev’s, recent success in helping restore tise the possession of nuclear weapons and ensure that non-profit organisations work- ant to them and they can realise the relations between Russia and Turkey, to our long- international treatise are respected. ing with people with a hearing creative potential in them. See full version of this story term strategy on Iran, this approach provides greater As Kazakhstan plans the celebrations for its 25th disorder. Also, for the first time we have on our website. security to all parties. anniversary, we can and should take pride in our It is right, therefore, that Idrissov outlined how this country’s many achievements. As we enter this new approach will define our tenure on the United Nations chapter we have a r esponsibility to lead and shape Security Council, informing how we make progress on a successful future not just for our country, but for the four key priority areas for achieving a more stable the global community as well. In his final comments, world: nuclear, energy, food and water security. Idrissov declared: “We approach this task with healthy As the first country from Central Asia on the optimism, but also healthy pragmatism.” A fitting Council, our membership provides an occasion to reflection of our country’s confidence and experience draw attention to regional security issues, which affect in this special year. New Project on Afghanistan Highlights Focus on Assistance n Jan. 1, 2017, Kazakhstan will take its place At a national level, a partnership has been forged with on the United Nations Security Council. It is a Japan’s International Cooperation Agency (JICA), an- symbol of how far this country has come since nounced by the Kazakh Foreign Ministry’s press release independence and of our status within the in August, to strengthen the role of women in Afghani- internationalO community. stan’s civil service through a series of educational activi- But it is also a big responsibility. The country has been ties involving Kazakh professionals in training capacities. trusted by our international partners with helping make As a close neighbour and a country with a deeply trou- decisions which will have a major impact on the lives of bled history and continuing unrest, Afghanistan is rightly many millions of people and peace and stability in our a priority for Kazakhstan’s aid efforts. If Afghanistan world. again descends into outright civil war, it will cast a dark The challenges are great – whether politically, eco- shadow over the whole region. It is in all our interests to nomically or environmentally. Conflict, for example, has support its economy and society. plunged regions into chaos. Prosperity has by-passed too It is why Kazakhstan has already funded around 1,000 many countries and communities. Afghan young people to study at our universities so they Conflict, poverty and despair have also provided fertile can return home with the skills and expertise to improve ground for violent extremism. In contrast, the evidence their communities. The new joint programme with Japan shows how it struggles to take root in societies where focused on expanding the economic independence and the economy is growing and opportunities are on the rights of Afghan women shows Astana’s determination to increase. step up this help. It is why it is vital that each nation does what it can to While Afghanistan and Central Asia have rightly been help reduce tensions, tackle poverty and provide hope for made the priority for aid projects, KazAID’s influence those who see no prospects for themselves or their fami- will also be felt wider. Last year, training courses, for lies. It is not only morally right to offer a helping hand to example, were run to pass on Kazakh expertise in energy, the less fortunate but, in an inter-connected world where dangers and threats easily leap borders, is also strongly in health and agriculture to professionals from 23 African our own national interests. There is little to be gained and countries. a great deal to be lost by sitting on the sidelines. Overseas aid is not without its critics. As politicians in This is the background against which the evolving role Europe and America know from experience, there will of Kazakhstan’s international development assistance always be those who question spending public money should be measured. When a national operator for official on aid efforts abroad. And these complaints get louder development assistance (ODA), branded KazAID, is es- when economic conditions are harder as they are across tablished, it will formally mark the country’s transforma- the world. tion from being a recipient of development aid to a donor But provided the money is directed to achieve the right – the first country in Central Asia to make this step. goals and the way it is used is monitored closely, it is Kazakhstan had quietly been providing financial and money well spent. It is not charity but investment in our food support to meet humanitarian emergences for years. security and stability and in our collective economic fu- But through KazAID the country will have a single body ture as much as of those who directly receive the help. It to direct and coordinate efforts so they do the most good is this professionalism and transparency which KazAID and build partnerships with its international counterparts needs to provide. to maximise impact. Kazakhstan has a solid record of promoting peace and The government in Astana is working, for example, international cooperation. As Foreign Minister Erlan with the United Nations Development Programme to Idrissov said, KazAID should turn into an important new make sure it has the right structures and processes in instrument to help deliver these goals and build a safer, place to provide effective aid and value for the money. more prosperous world.

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2016 Brazil and Argentina: 25 Years of Nuclear Cooperation the way for a radical transforma- two countries, capable of supply- trust and a degree of reciprocity that By José Serra ing the entire regional market with attest not only to the uniqueness of and Susana Malcorra tion in the way Brazil and Ar- gentina viewed each other, mak- the radioisotope Molybdenum-99, the Brazil-Argentina relations but This year we celebrated the ing possible a broad relationship which is extremely important in also to its contribution to the region twenty-fifth anniversary of the characterised by cooperation and the medical industry. and the world, the agreement being signing by Brazil and Argentina of integration. Presidents José Sarney We must remember that nuclear paradigmatic with regard to secu- the Guadalajara Agreement for the and Raul Alfonsín played a key energy has an essential role to play rity and non-proliferation. This ex- exclusively peaceful use of nuclear role in this change. The process in sustainable development and in perience today serves as a model of energy. Among the new elements was continued by their successors, reducing the dependence of our how impasses might be overcome introduced by the Agreement was whose efforts, accompanied by a economies on fossil fuels. in other regions. the Brazilian-Argentine Agency strong commitment on the part of Through the creation of ABACC Our experience with ABAAC for Accounting and Control of scientists and diplomats from both and the Common System for Con- demonstrates that it is possible to Nuclear Materials (ABACC), cre- countries, culminated in the crea- trol of Nuclear Materials, our ne- create new levels of confidence ated to monitor the two countries’ tion of ABACC. gotiators conceived an arrange- through diplomacy and the crea- commitment to unequivocally pur- Today, the bilateral coopera- ment that had previously been tion of original institutions. In Photo: mercopress.com tion process allows us to engage unthinkable in such a sensitive politics, it is necessary to be daring suing the exclusively peaceful use José Serra (L) and Susana Malcorra of nuclear energy and to adminis- without fear in the development area. Through that arrangement, in pursuit of a greater good: that of nuclear energy for exclusively the inspections of the Argentine of peace. Based on this strategy trating the newly created Common ing to establish the atmosphere of In the 1970s, different political System for Accounting and Con- peace, mutual trust and coopera- peaceful purposes, with a view nuclear installations are carried out and on our peaceful vocation, Bra- and historical factors hindered by Brazilian inspectors, and the zil and Argentina will continue to trol of Nuclear Materials. tion that prevails between the two to achieving technological, eco- the pursuit of closer ties between nomic, and social advances. Brazil inspections of Brazilian nuclear strengthen their ties of friendship A few months later, in 1991, the countries. our countries. Disagreements and Argentina currently cooperate facilities are conducted by Argen- and cooperation both in the nucle- two countries signed the Quadri- Given the importance we attach to partite Agreement with ABACC about the construction of the Itai- not only in the reciprocal verifica- tine inspectors. Since its creation, ar field and in all those other areas our bilateral relationship, which is and the International Atomic En- pu and Corpus power stations, tion of their nuclear activities but ABACC, in close cooperation with that contribute to the sustainable ergy Agency (IAEA). It was the one of the priorities of our respective and suspicions generated by our also on a series of joint projects the IAEA, has conducted more development of our countries and first time Brazil and Argentina had diplomatic endeavours, it is natural respective national nuclear pro- that seek to concretise the strategic than 2,500 inspections in both the welfare of our peoples. negotiated as a joint delegation that we work together, in integrated grammes, threatened to create a nature of our relationship. This is countries, the results of which are with an international body. Within fashion, in many different areas. The situation of spiralling insecurity the case with the building of the published in annual reports on its José Serra is Minister of For- a short space of time, important commitment of both our societies to in our region. Brazilian Multipurpose Research website. ABACC also participates eign Affairs of Brazil and Susana milestones in the strategic bilat- this objective is due in no small part Fortunately, the re-democratisa- Reactor and Argentina’s RA-10 as an observer in meetings of the Malcorra is Minister of Foreign eral relationship between Brazil to the decision to increase our coop- tion process in both our countries, Research Reactor, both emblemat- IAEA Board of Governors. Affairs and Worship of Argen- and Argentina were reached, help- eration in the nuclear field. from the 1980s onwards, paved ic projects conducted jointly by the This dynamic requires a level of tina. Europe and Kazakhstan: A Trade Link Made in Heaven Besides, Kazakhstan is an im- The region thrived on transit “transform land-locked into land- convenient access to Belarus or the 13 countries and the same number By Zhanbolat Ussenov portant global security partner not and lived in fame and prosperity linked.” In practice, it means “grab Baltic seaports of Ventspils and of various tariffs and customs re- only due to its role in supporting until the development of mari- all transit opportunities you can.” Klaipeda. quirements. Creating a common Is Kazakhstan part of Europe? the International Security Assis- time navigation lured away the For example, the TRACECA Of course, “replacement” for set of intergovernmental regula- A rhetorical question with no hard tance Force in Afghanistan but shipments and put an abrupt end project connecting Asia to Eu- the Russian destination may be tions and tariffs is the key chal- and quick answer. also because the infamous “great to Eurasia’s relevance to pace rope through the Caucasus and required if the current geopoliti- lenge not only for TRACECA but Geographically, about 14 per- arc of instability” lies not so far and requirements of the global Central Asia has been there for cal game of sanctions and counter for other transit routes where Ka- cent of the republic’s territory is from Kazakhstan’s borders. development. Our part of the more than two decades and has sanctions between Russia and the zakhstan is participant. in Eastern Europe. But even that Commercially, Europe is Ka- world fell into obscurity and was seen a continuous increase in West becomes too heavy a burden Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (na- relatively small portion of land zakhstan’s No.1 trade partner with colonised by the great powers, shipments. TRACECA is a few for cargo shippers to bear. Kazakh- tional railway company) believes makes Kazakhstan the 7th larg- European nations accounting for including the British and Russian times shorter than maritime stan will be able to redirect some that by 2020 shipments through est European country. Needless to more than a half of the country’s empires. transportation options from Asia of its transportation through Rus- TRACECA will increase to 17 say that the remaining 86 percent trade turnover. They have also put Today, the picture is changing. to Europe and at least 600 kilo- sia to other destinations but only million tonnes meaning that the of the territory allows Kazakhstan the largest amount of investment After the collapse of the Soviet metres shorter than other land some. So, the sanctions regime, Caspian port of Aktau in western to be considered one of the biggest Union and dismantling of the “Iron transportation routes. Kazakh- which is already affecting Ka- Kazakhstan will remain busy de- nations in Asia. Curtain,” Eurasia opened itself to stan is investing heavily in mak- zakhstan, could potentially hurt spite a decline in oil transportation Kazakhstan is a member of the the world. And the world figured ing this route more attractive. the country’s transit business even as part of Aktau-Baku-Tbilisi- European Football Association that with modern day land trans- The recent launch of railway more severely. Ceyhan route. but at the same time it is part of portation infrastructure, the region connecting the two Kazakh cit- In terms of Europe-Asia land Through Aktau runs another im- the Asian Boxing Confederation. could become both a very viable ies of Zhezkazgan and Beineu transit, Russia, quite naturally, is portant route. A couple of years Kazakhstan is an important partner alternative and an important com- made the TRACECA route at not only a partner but also a com- ago, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and of the Asian Development Bank plementary element to sea trans- least 1,000 km shorter. petitor to Kazakhstan. It is true that Iran opened a railway connecting as it is of the European Bank for portation routes. the three countries as part of North- Reconstruction and Development. Although intraregional trade in South route. In theory, it means that Kazakhstan successfully chaired Central Asia is still very far away Kazakhstan and Europe may seem to be European customers now have ac- the Organisation for Security and from fulfilling its potential, the many thousand miles apart but in fact they cess to the Persian Gulf through Cooperation in Europe but the region’s role as a transit space Kazakhstan and Iran’s seaport of country also authored and initiated for Asia-Europe trade is rapidly are fitting pieces of a global trade puzzle. Bender Abbas. China and East Asian its Asian peer – the Conference for increasing. The rise of China, nations may also use that route as an Interaction and Confidence Build- e-commerce and time sensitive With a continued increase in land alternative to their traditional Ma- ing Measures in Asia. deliveries, including Chinese shipments and transportation, Kazakhstan lacca Strait transit. It is indeed hard to tell. into Kazakhstan’s economy: $110 flagship e-commerce giant Ali- Kazakhstan and Europe may seem At the same time, there is a sim- billion out of the total of $222 bil- baba Group’s encroachment on will claim back its well-deserved role to be many thousand miles apart pler yet more practical question: is lion that the Central Asian country the region, make land shipments of a golden bridge bringing Europe but in fact they are fitting pieces of the Europe-Kazakhstan relation- has attracted over the past decade. through Central Asia ever more a global trade puzzle. With a con- ship important? And here the an- However, there is more to the relevant. closer to the rising Asia. tinued increase in land shipments swer is clear-cut: yes, it is. Kazakh-European bond than meets Kazakhstan authorities can see and transportation, Kazakhstan will Firstly and most obviously – Ka- the eye. this path back to global promi- In this regard, transit routes Russia’s Trans-Siberian railway is claim back its well-deserved role zakhstan is one of the largest sup- Coming back to geography, nence quite well and are doing through the country’s huge neigh- at least two times longer a route of a golden bridge bringing Europe pliers of energy resources to Eu- there is an unclearly defined term their utmost to expand both the bour – Russia – are supposed to be from Asia to Europe than TRACE- closer to the rising Asia. rope. For instance, it accounts for “Eurasia” – a reference to the land- infrastructure and Kazakhstan’s one of the options on the “menu CA running through Kazakhstan. more than 25 percent of Austria’s mass in the centre of the Eurasian presence in key destinations for list” that Kazakhstan offers to po- At the same time, when you ship The author is Director of the overall oil imports and a good continent, which includes Ka- land shipments, including sea tential customers. Northern routes through Russia for the most part Eurasian Council on Foreign Af- third of Romania’s imports. Every zakhstan. “Eurasia” used to be the ports of Lianyungang in China and are decades old, tested and reli- you deal with only one customs fairs (ECFA) and a member of third litre of gas bought by Ger- most important focal point of trade Bender Abbas in Iran. able. Through Kazakhstan and via – Russian – and only one tariff re- the Public Council at the Min- man car owners is produced from routes between Europe and Asia, So far, the motto of Kazakh- the Russian territory, for instance, gime. Whereas, at TRACECA you istry of Foreign Affairs of Ka- Kazakh oil. including the Silk Road. stan’s government has been to Asian customers can get a fast and may have to deal with as many as zakhstan. A8 EURASIA&WORLD

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

tions in public transport, educa- programme with the participa- tion and health. We have already tion of about 400 Kazakh artists. implemented a number of pilot We wanted to show our culture Days of Astana in Moscow Celebrates projects,” he said. and traditions in this exhibition. Many smart technologies that The expo pavilion announcing have been successfully executed the upcoming international ex- or are in the planning stages in the hibition in Astana is also rep- Modern, Traditional Kazakhstan Russian capital were presented at resented here,” said Astana De- duct a business mission in Astana the event. partment of Culture, Archives By Zhanna Shayakhmetova and take an active part in EXPO “Astana and Moscow are classic and Documentation head Bolat 2017,” he said. examples of big cities where it is Mazhagulov. ASTANA – Days of Astana, The expo will be an excellent necessary to introduce the smart A grand gala concert featur- marking the celebration of the platform for Moscow enterprises cities technology. For example, ing Kazakh songs, kuis (an in- 25th anniversary of Kazakhstan’s to showcase electricity generation we introduced Mosrobot, a direct strumental musical composition) independence, were held Sept. technologies, its preservation and notification service of citizens and classical masterpieces per- 19-20 in Moscow. The best works urban innovations related to ener- about the events that take place on formed by Alibek Dnishev, Maira of Kazakh craftsmen, filmmak- gy facilities, Cheremin added. their street or route… We are in an Mukhamedkyzy, Aiman Musak- ers, modern art masters and mas- Issekeshev noted Astana and anonymous form that will receive hodzhayeva, Roza Rymbayeva terpieces of musical heritage and Moscow have much common Kazakh culture were presented to ground to work together. the Russian public. “Astana is an actively devel- ISSEKESHEV: “Astana is an actively The mayors of the two cities oping city and its population has developing city and its population has met the first day of the celebratory already exceeded one million events to discuss issues of busi- people. We want to establish coop- already exceeded one million people. ness cooperation and prospects eration between our business com- We want to establish cooperation for coordination, reported the city munities, as the economic models administration’s (akimat) press of our metropolises are generally between our business communities, service. similar. Both sides have interest- as the economic models of our “Your city with its rich expe- vechastana.kz Photo credit: ing programmes and technologies rience in urban development is Sergei Sobyanin (L) and Asset Issekeshev. and we have to implement them,” metropolises are generally similar.” important to us,” said Astana he said. Akim (Mayor) Asset Issekeshev and development of Moscow as a  “Astana is a dynamic young Issekeshev also noted income data on the flow of people moving and other singers was held at the at the meeting with Moscow smart city.” metropolis which demonstrates growth through the new employ- around the city and on the basis State Kremlin Palace. Mayor Sergei Sobyanin. “We are A bilateral business forum was the unique pace of attracting in- ment structure and economic mod- of these data, we plan to develop The Astana Russian Gorky vestment and the most advanced now reviewing the concept of held Sept. 20, where the parties el and improving the quality of life the city’s infrastructure by means Theatre staged the play “Tomiris technologies in the field of urban the city’s development with an discussed prospects of expanding are the key priorities of the young of major mobile operators,” said – Saka Queen” Sept. 20 while emphasis on the smart city for- development. Today, the relation- capital. cooperation and mechanisms to Information City State Budget In- “The Smell of Sage” exhibition mation, the introduction of new implement joint projects. ship between the business commu- “A whole range of smart solu- stitution General Director Alexei highlighting the best works of technologies to create a com- Moscow Government Min- nities is not simply built as we are tions that we are currently explor- Chukarin. fortable environment for living. ister and department of foreign experiencing quite a difficult eco- ing will contribute to improving In addition, as part of the cel- contemporary painters and sculp- In this regard, we would like to economic and international rela- nomic situation and the prospects public administration efficiency. ebrations, the Kazakh Auyl (Ka- tors opened the same day. The explore Moscow’s experience in tions head Sergei Cheremin said of integrated interaction between It includes openness of work, zakh Village) exposition and jew- exhibit, previously on display in the fields of urbanisation, urban the Russian side is interested in Astana and Moscow are not fully more transparent work of hous- ellers’ and craftsmen’ workshops Beijing, Berlin and New York, management, transport systems, strengthening relations with the developed. Our relations will con- ing and communal services and were organised. was a great success with local urban policy and the construction Kazakh capital. tinue to develop. We plan to con- the introduction of smart solu- “We have a very extensive professionals and art lovers. Kazakh Officer Appointed World Skills Kazakhstan-2016 Commander at MINURSO Competition Opens in Astana Kazhagaliev was appointed the China, Egypt, France, Germany, who helped this important event to young people between the ages of By Aiman Turebekova commander of the UN military Guinea, El Salvador, Indonesia, By Malika Orazgaliyeva happen. On behalf of Minister of 18-22 competed in specialties such base in Ausard camp with an area Ireland, Mexico, Pakistan, Portu- Education and Science of Kazakh- as turnery, welding, cooking, hair- ASTANA – Kazakh Lieutenant of responsibility of 43,000 square gal, Russia and Yemen. The World Skills Kazakh- stan Erlan Sagadiev, I wish success dressing, IT management systems Colonel Askar Kozhagaliev has kilometres located on the southern Kozhagaliev was sent to the stan-2016 competition organised to all of you,” said Vice Minister and brick masonry. Based on the been appointed a commander of part of Western Sahara, on the ter- mission on Nov. 25, 2015 for 12 by the Kazakh Ministry of Edu- of Education and Science Ministry results, Holding Kasipkor chose the the UN Mission in Western Sahara ritory controlled by the royal army months. He graduated from the Mil- cation and Science and Kasipkor Elmira Sukhanberdiyeva. national team, which represented (MINURSO), reported the press of Morocco. itary Academy of the Armed Forces national holding officially opened office of Ministry of Defence of There are 45 servicemen from of Kazakhstan; he served in the Ka- Sept. 12 in Astana. Kazakhstan. Argentina, Bangladesh, Brazil, zakh peacekeeping battalion, peace- World Skills is an international keeping brigade and the Land Forc- non-profit movement among 75 es of Kazakhstan’s armed forces. countries to promote the benefits of Kazakhstan has been contribut- and need for qualified professionals ing to the peacekeeping efforts through competitions, joint projects in the region of western Africa. and shared experiences. KAZBAT officers are serving in One hundred and forty partici- UN missions in Western Sahara pants from 16 regions of the coun- (United Nations Mission for the try have come to the capital to take Referendum in Western Sahara, part in the event. The competition or MINURSO) and Côte d’Ivoire has 15 categories, such as gastron- (UNOCI, or United Nations Op- omy, restaurant service, confection- eration in Côte d’Ivoire). ery and hairdressing. The winners The UN has been seeking a set- will be included on the national tlement in Western Sahara since team and defend Kazakhstan’s hon- the Spanish withdrawal in 1976 our in the European tournament in Kazakhstan became the 70th Kazakhstan in an international tour- and ensuing fighting between Switzerland. country of the World Skills Compe- nament last year in Aug. 12-15 in Morocco, which reintegrated the “We are happy to open our fa- tition in 2014. Holding Kasipkor, a Sao Paulo, Brazil. territory, and the Frente Polisa- vourite World Skills Kazakhstan vocational and technical education “I think that vocational and tech- rio. MINURSO continued to ful- competition on the first day of company, was chosen in July 2014 nical sphere professions, such as fil its mandate by monitoring the Qurban Ait holiday. We hold the to be the national operator of the cooking, welding, and hairdressing ceasefire as well as supporting a competition for the second year in World Skills Kazakhstan project. are now becoming popular today. range of assistance programmes to a row. I want to thank Kasipkor na- The first regional championship All students try to improve their Kazakh Lieutenant Colonel Askar Kozhagaliev (L) is being congratulated on his address the plight of displaced and tional holding, the National Cham- was held the following year in Feb- skills and learn more,” said partici- appointment. separated Sahrawi families. ber of Entrepreneurs and all those ruary in the Akmola region, where pant Alina Keldikulova. B Nation&Capital

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PEOPLE CULTURE SPORTS Atyrau Entrepreneur Volunteers American Publisher to Release Kazakhstan Wins Two Medals in Years at Ambulance Station Collection of Poems by Kazakh Rio Paralympics, Finishes 58th B2 Poet Aigerim Tazhi B3 B7 Almaty Celebrates 1,000th Birthday Astana’s National Centre for Biotechnology Pushing the Country toward Innovation scientific centre, with laboratories, By Malika Orazgaliyeva high-tech equipment and a staff of 340 highly qualified specialists. ASTANA – The development of Looking to the future, NCB is de- biotechnology is among Kazakh- veloping a doctoral programme, stan’s priorities. discussed creat- and holds meetings of the Bio ing an innovative economy, using Club for children in the Palace of new technologies and enhancing Schoolchildren, to encourage chil- the competitiveness of Kazakh- dren to study science, Ramankulov stan’s biotechnology industry said. in his recent interview with Ka- According to Ramankulov, cre- zakhstanskaya Pravda newspaper. ating such a centre was a huge step Ramankulov, 49, has headed the forward for Kazakh science. In his NCB since 2005. He is a profes- words, its staff has a specific task: sor at the International University creating innovative technologies of Vienna and the Kazakh National for the transition to the next indus- Academy of Natural Sciences, and trial revolution. arrived at the centre via studies in “Kazakhstan now lives in the Lomonosov State University, the fourth phase of revolution, improv- Institute of Molecular Genetics of ing indicators step-by-step in dif- the Russian Academy of Sciences By Yerbolat Uatkhanov city is celebrated on the 25th year the Nurly Zhol state programme, for such ancient cities as Baghdad ferent directions. The President and and Texas A&M University, where of independence of our country. which will be a part of the West- or Cairo. Those are things that government put a lot of effort into he did doctoral study. ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s for- Here we adopted our constitution ern Europe-Western China inter- we can look at and touch. Almaty diversifying the economy, thereby Director General of the National mer capital and current financial in 1995. We signed the constitu- national highway,” the President lacks such specific sources. We making the transition to the next Centre for Biotechnology (NCB) centre, Almaty, is celebrating its tional law ‘On the Independence commented. rely on excavations and artefacts stage of economic development. Yerlan Ramankulov 1,000-year anniversary with gala of Kazakhstan’ in this city. In Al- In Almaty, celebrations started that were found – for example, The NCB is Kazakhstan’s largest Continued on Page B8 concerts and a number of other maty, we established the Assem- in the Park of the First President coins and various utensils,” Dep- events organised by the city ad- bly of the People of Kazakhstan. with the Almafest 2016 apple fes- uty Director of the Presidential ministration. Here we made the historic deci- tival, the press service of the city Archive Zhamilya Abdukadyrova President of Kazakhstan Nur- sion on the new capital – Astana,” administration reported. A record said on the dating of the anniver- sultan Nazarbayev, attending the he said. number of apples were delivered sary, Kazakh TV reports. concert marking the millennium Nazarbayev highlighted the to the city: 150 tonnes of the fruits Almaty’s age used to be dated to on Sept. 18, congratulated the Tribute to Frank Sinatra, unique role of Almaty in regional were supplied by 33 farms in the the establishment of Fort Vernyi in country on the birthday of its and global development, calling Almaty region. The festival con- the mid-19th century, but archae- beloved and beautiful city. He it ‘the holy land in the foothills of sisted of eight theme-based sec- ologists have proved that people noted that the founding of Al- the Alatau peaks’ and said the city tions with different entertainment lived there long before. Experts Edith Piaf Performed maty is included in UNESCO’s served as a connecting point for and cultural programmes. have shown that Almaty has exist- calendar of commemorative and East and West, North and South, of A concert, “Twenty-Five Peaks ed for more than 1,000 years, suf- anniversary dates important to the vast Eurasian landmass. of Almaty,” took place in the city’s fering through at least one devas- humanity. “Almaty today is a reflection of new Ice Palace. “Gakku Dauysy,” tating earthquake and changing its in Capital “In 1929, the city took over the steady and sustainable devel- a Kazakh music concert, as well as name three times. The main argu- cinema. Although there are many the role of Kazakhstan’s capital, opment of all of Kazakhstan. In the the Art Energy festival of creative ment of the historians is a coin on By Malika Orazgaliyeva performances and films about each and since then it has grown to a past five years alone, the city has industries and creative initiatives which the phrase “Balad Almaty” singer individually, none has been metropolitan city of more than a doubled in population. The popu- were also devoted to the city’s is written. The coin dates to the ASTANA – The capital’s Ka- presented showing them together. million people,” he said. “Almaty lation of Almaty is 1.7 million. birthday. 13th century and, these historians zMedia Centre hosted a musical “This is not my first project, as I was honoured by being the first Almaty’s subway has transported In the evening a fireworks show say, shows that at that date there performance “Happy People Sing” produced some musical performanc- capital of independent Kazakh- more than 30 million passengers. called Apple Fire was launched in was a mint and a monetary system Sept. 17 dedicated to the 100th es with different ensembles. But this stan. Therefore, it is symbolic that In 2017, we’ll start construction of three locations in the city. at the place where the modern city birthdays of the late Frank Sinatra is the first time I have worked on the 1,000th anniversary of the the Big Almaty Ring Road under “The Pyramids serve as evidence is located. and Edith Piaf. such a large-scale project. We set a The production was a collabo- difficult task, as there was no writ- ration of musicologist and singer ten script of a play. As for the ac- Iren Aravina, who wrote the script, tors, they are young and emotional. and ARTiSHOCK Theatre actress They both are unique personalities. and director Galina Pyanova, who I greatly respect them and I am ex- Aktau Open Fest 2016 Gathers is staging the performance. cited to work with them. Now the  The concert featured one of preparation for the premiere is in full the most popular and desirable swing,” said Aravina in an interview Kazakh actors Chingiz Kapin as for The Astana Times in May. around 100,000 People, Promotes Sinatra and actress Aisulu Azim- She explained the decision to bayeva portraying Piaf. The music combine the works of the two out- was performed by famous band standing musicians. Jazz House, with principal vocal “Sinatra and Piaf sang practi- Sports and Art parts performed by Aravina and cally about the same things. They By Zhazira Dyussembekova tre on the beach would become the Alexei Timofeyev. sang about feelings of love in dif- city’s signature,” he said. The play is a kind of journey ferent forms, from the light flirting ASTANA – Aktau Open Fest Mangystau region Akim (Gov- through Piaf’s and Sinatra’s ca- to the deepest drama. We wanted 2016, held Sept. 15-17, welcomed ernor) Alik Aidarbayev, who par- reers. The destinies of both vocal- to show this palette of feelings and 100,000 visitors and around 300 ticipated in the official opening, ists always excited historians, writ- how much they are close in spirit athletes, artists and musicians. congratulated citizens and visitors ers and filmmakers in theatre and as the artists.” Organised for the fourth year, the to the holiday of music and sports. festival was dedicated to the 25th “Again and again, health and sports anniversary of Kazakhstan’s inde- unity events will be held. Years show pendence. that the festival is a powerful incen- THINGS TO WATCH & For the first time, the event took tive for adults and children to start do- place at three different sites. Aktau ing sports. And for those who cannot PLACES TO GO Open Fest included an art festival, imagine their life without training, it fashion show, AmalTalks Motiva- is a stimulus to conquer new heights tion and international pankration of excellence,” he said. KAZMEDIA CENTRE tournament (NFC), as well as tra- The launch was followed by a September 29 at 8 p.m. WE Art event, photo exhibition, ditional competitions and street concert with the participation of poetry reading sports demonstrations. Kazakh artists. One of highlights The three-day event was organ- of the opening ceremony was the ised by the Aktau city adminis- not finish with the end of the fes- resented at the festival,” he said. performance by Sundet Baigozhin, ASTANA ARENA tration and Doma Doma Public tival. The purpose of the festival The number of children join- baritone and lead soloist of Astana September 29 at 9 p.m. Europa League: Astana FC vs. is to leave the facilities behind, to Fund. This year the festival was ing sport clubs increased follow- Opera House. Tamara Asar and Young Boys, Switzerland supported by the Samruk Kazyna support young athletes in their de- ing each previous festival, noted Nurlan Onerbai also performed Trust Fund of social projects de- velopment,” said festival organiser Arakelyan, who added the trend and the five-volume book “Til October 11 at 10 p.m. FIFA 2018 World Cup, Group E velopment, which has agreed to Samson Arakelyan. should continue this year. In the tanbaly akyndar,” which includes Qualifiers: Kazakhstan vs. Romania invest in Mangystau region by Such festivals should be held not future, an urban centre where ath- works by 52 poets and storytellers building special facilities for mini- only three days, but for the whole letes will train outdoors is planned of the region, was presented. ASTANA OPERA football, basketball, skateboard- summer, he added. for the Aktau embankment. On day two, the festival took October 1 at 6 p.m. Aida, Opera ing and street workout, according “I believe that the festivals “Here I am working with the place at two different locations. to the organisers. The land for the should go all three months. People sponsors and I want to make an The 3×3 basketball championship, October 12 at 7 p.m. Miyuji Kaneko, Symphonic concert construction has already been al- could choose when they will arrive urban centre where there will be qualifying round of Caspian Bat- located. for a film festival in June or the everything from street workout to tle, a breakdance contest and the BARYS ARENA “With those facilities, we will festival of extreme sports in July. a boxing room, similar to facilities region’s street workout champion- October 3 at 7:30 p.m. KHL round: Barys vs. Neftekhimik be able to conduct master classes And it’s all real; Aktau is ready. in Thailand – without walls, just ship were held. to teach children in rural areas. We have the facilities; there is the a roof. There will also be dance A total of 15 teams competed October 5 at 7:30 p.m. KHL round: Barys vs. Lada With such a material and techni- sea. Of course, this cannot be done floors and much more. That is, it in the basketball tournament for October 7 at 7:30 p.m. KHL round: Barys vs. Ak Bars cal base, the sport growth is two only at the expense of the [state] will become the place where peo- the main prize of 600,000 tenge times faster. There are promises to budget, but there are always part- ple will be able to come from May (US$1,763). solve those issues by the end of the ners and companies that are will- to September and make small local year. The sports movement should ing to invest their money to be rep- festivals there. So that sports cen- Continued on Page B2 B2 NATION&CAPITAL PEOPLE

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2016 Atyrau Entrepreneur Volunteers Years at Ambulance Station traffic jam and no car would make them, the more I was drawn in He shook my hand and gave me a By Kamila Zhumabayeva way for it. and a month later I clearly under- warm hug.”  The team also had a hard time stood that I cannot be without this “The merit is not mine. It is ASTANA – Medical emergen- finding locations in the private ter- work,” he added. primarily the highest leadership, cies, panic, nightlong rides with an ritory of some city outskirts, where The volunteer likes the people then an ambulance team and I ambulance; one must have stamina street names and numbers are usu- with whom he serves. was just alongside them,” he said and a strong mind for things like ally not available. In some instanc- “’Those people are truly fans of with a smile. “Such moments give that. es those calling give the wrong ad- their work. And it is not impor- strength to move on further. Every A humble and kind-hearted en- dress or do not know the address, tant where an emergency medical ambulance worker is a superhero trepreneur from Atyrau devoted forcing the ambulance crew look station is from, which city of our to me. They accomplish small several years to the serious and for them. country. In every city, people who feats every day. I see it all by be- hard work of volunteering at an In his opinion, many ambulance work for an ambulance are only ing near them and when I tell them emergency medical care station. calls could be avoided. those who were indeed born for about it, they simply smile at me.” In an exclusive interview with The “For example, a low fever is this job. It was a great honour to Kassymov is currently involved Astana Times, Arman Kassymov not an emergency in my opinion. work with them and I am proud of in improving an appliance he as- shared how and why he made this I would rather go to a clinic on my it,” said Kassymov. sembled together with his col- decision and the challenges faced. own, by taxi,” said Kassymov. He added an ambulance is a call- leagues. The changes prevent at-

“I was riding with an ambulance Kunzhamilya Sakhain Photo credit: Once a call was received and dis- ing and enormous responsibility tempts at fuel and lubricant theft all night. When you stabilise a pa- patcher was told a man broke his where everyone can help. and make some processes auto- tient’s condition and hand him over was resting,” he said. “Every- any other task, the ambulance crew arm. When the ambulance arrived, “It is not hard; simply giving matic. to the doctors’ hands, no words can thing was starting with the ques- would be able to depart at least a it turned out he simply pinched his way on road and not calling an He also saw how injections are describe the feeling when a patient tion ‘What did you do for your couple minutes earlier and even a finger when closing a cupboard. ambulance over trifles is enough. done and at home practiced on is waiving a hand at us while be- motherland?’ and at that moment minute means a lot in this job. All “He wanted to find out whether Thereby, you may really save himself and later on his relatives. ing taken in. When later you meet I realised an ambulance lacks peo- kinds of specialists are available at his nail would turn black because someone’s life,” he said. He can now do shots on his own at him or her on the street alive and ple who could help. I voluntarily emergency care services, but yet of an accidental pinch. Terrible! Working in an ambulance fills home, but under no circumstances healthy, you realise this was not asked to be helping them free of an extra hand will certainly not And yet at that very moment, him with optimism. as a volunteer at work where he for nothing, even though my con- charge.” be redundant. I was also very an- someone seriously ill needs help “There is a lot of kindness and only has the right to simply ob- tribution is not as big as those of a Initially Kassymov performed noyed that there are those among and is waiting for an ambulance. I a sea of positive emotions. A sim- serve. doctor and a paramedic,” he said. simple tasks that did not require a us who always criticise everything often felt that the work of medical ple thank you and a patient’s smile Volunteering for an ambulance Kassymov enrolled in Astra- medical education, such as bring- and everyone. I wanted to contrib- emergency services was confused cost dearly,” the volunteer noted is not something everyone can do, khan State Medical Academy after ing and taking things, running to ute to developing our country and with those of taxi drivers, because humbly. but Kassymov’s story shows when school, but due to family difficul- get stretchers and washing the ve- decided to act and not make empty as ill luck would have it an emer- Kassymov recalled one medi- genuinely devoted, one does not ties was forced to abandon studies hicle. conversation.” gency call comes after such false cal crew performing resuscitative need a medical education to help and pick another specialty. Now He was convinced that by help- When he got a call to depart call. Having arrived there, it was measures on a man inside the am- those who are weaker and even 27, he has a diploma from a West- ing the ambulance he was helping with the ambulance team he no- sometimes difficult to explain bulance. The team managed to get save lives. He plans to obtain a ern higher education institution society; however, after trying once ticed how hard it is for them to where you have been and why it him to a hospital and transfer him diploma and return to ambulance and specialty in the oil field. Kassymov was unable to stop. work, such as road issues and took so long to get where you had to the doctors. services no longer as a volunteer, “However, the dream remained. “I developed a strong addiction only few cars giving way to an to,” he added. “Some time later, I met the man but as a paramedic. I was working rotation shifts at an to this job; I fell in love with it,” he emergency van, even with signal Kassymov found it hard to de- on the street together with his “My example has inspired other artificial ‘D’ island of Kashagan said. “I believed that even simply lights shining. He recalled one scribe the feelings and emotions he daughter. She recognised me; they people… Three hundred volun- offshore field when I began to as- cleaning up the car salon or help- situation when a person was being experienced while being with the walked up and the father says to teers decided to help emergency sist an ambulance. I went out to ing a mechanic to replace a light taken to a hospital in grave condi- ambulance crew. me ‘Thank you! You saved me. I medical care workers,” he recently help an ambulance when the shift bulb in a headlight or performing tion, but an ambulance stood in a “But the more I went to see had time to see my grandchild.’ told Esquire Kazakhstan. Jewish Community Celebrates Aktau Open Fest 2016 Gathers Torah Scroll Introduction around 100,000 People, The fate of Rabbi Schneerson Constitution. Cohen added that he By Raushan Shulembayeva was closely connected with the will never forget the moment when emergence of freedom of religion. President of Kazakhstan Nursultan The twelfth Torah scroll intro- He was born in Ukraine in 1878 Nazarbayev transferred the case Promotes Sports and Art duction ceremony in Kazakhstan and died in 1944 in Almaty. All file of Rabbi Schneerson from the Continued from Page B1 JE, Mariya Khanym and Nur Shah Day three started with the was called a holiday and a celebra- his life, his greatest desire was National Security Committee ar- showed their works, as did young tion of the peace, friendship and to follow the traditions of ances- chives to the Lubavitch library in AmalTalks Motivation platform. The final was held on the third designers Madina Masakova, Na- respect that prevail in the country tors while not hiding from the New York in 1999. Ukrainian street workout move- and in its relationships with its state and society. Soviet authori- “Thus, [Nazarbayev] clearly day, when the team from Rudny zipa Turysbekova and the brand ment founder Denis Minin and neighbours. ties condemned the rabbi to five confirmed that Kazakhstan follows city took first place. BB Ladies. Turkish designers two-time Olympic champion “Unity, peace and harmony, years in exile in Shieli Village in a new political course and will not The Caspian Battle brought Kerime Dincerol and Ilknur Tu- Ilya Ilyin talked about how they which incorporate the successful together not only Kazakh street tuncu were invited as guests. reached their goals and shared dancers, but those from Bulgaria, For art lovers, the local gal- experience of Kazakhstan as an in- their experiences with the audi- dependent country, are the founda- COHEN: “Nazarbayev clearly Russia and Ukraine. Seventy danc- lery hosted an exhibit with mas- ers challenged themselves in the ter classes from famous Kazakh ence. tion of the country’s future, where confirmed that Kazakhstan follows France’s Junior Bosila Banya the members of the Jewish com- contest. artists Bakytnur Burdesbekov, (Bboy Junior), Kazakh designer munity live,” Chief Rabbi Yeshaya a new political course and will BMX Freestyle Show, Kazakh- Nurlan Kilibayev and Sembigali Cohen said at the event. not accept a ban on freedom stan’s only BMX team, showed Smagulov, as well as a fair with Kenzhe Devyatko, head of the He called the introduction cer- its skills in one of the festival’s handmade goods. professional sports club Naiza emony an important event. It was a of belief and religion.” locations. Fifteen young athletes “Aktau has great potential for fighter, Smagulov and members of tribute to Rabbi Levi Yitzchak Sch- participated in parkour training young emerging artists. There is a the popular Instagram project @ neerson, the Lubavitch Rebbe’s fa- Kyzylorda region. After serving accept a ban on freedom of belief demonstrations, a relatively new desire, which is the most important Xaxa_show also talked about their ther, after which the Jewish centre his sentence, he spent the last few and religion,” added Cohen. direction for Kazakhstan. thing. I am grateful to the organ- challenges and motivations. of Kazakhstan, Chabad Lubavitch, months of his life in Almaty, where The new Torah scroll was writ- “Parkour in Aktau has been isers of the festival for the oppor- Aktau Open Fest was also high- was named. Participants also men- he died. Even in exile, Schneerson ten in Israel for the central syna- developing for around six years. tunity to attract young people to lighted by the first Kazakh national tioned the double celebration of continued to study the Torah and gogue in Almaty. The Torah was The youth like that movement contemporary art,” said Smagu- sports tournament, including wres- the day: the 25th anniversary of support other Jews. written by a specialist on parch- very much. The level of training lov, muralist, painter, sculptor and tling, rope pulling, sheep lifting of athletes is growing as well. member of the Union of Artists of Kazakhstan’s independence and His efforts contributed to the ment made from the hide of a and others. the remembrance day of the rabbi. prosperity of Kazakhstan’s Jewish kosher animal. The scrolls were Now we have facilities and I Kazakhstan. The Cocstar Battle 3×3 basket- “The wisdom of the Kazakh community today, speakers at the written in the same font as Jew- think in the future this type of The international pankration ball tournament, with teams com- leadership; the peace-loving poli- event said. His struggle became ish tradition holds that the very outdoor sport will be growing a tournament took place the same cy of the President; and the toler- part of the common victory of re- first Torah, revealed to Moses lot,” said Aktau athlete Bauyr- day. Twenty athletes from Kazakh- posed of artists and professional ance, openness and friendliness of ligious tolerance, which created thousands of years ago on Mount zhan Tuyakov. stan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Rus- players, was held on the last day. Kazakhstan have made it possible room for the current government’s Sinai, did, and as it did, contains  While one spot was fully ded- sia and Uzbekistan fought for two The festival ended with another to revive the spiritual traditions of support for spirituality and guaran- 600,000 letters. Today the Torah icated to sports, the second was NFC belts. The day ended with a concert where BigSom, DrumAt- the Jews,” said the Chief Rabbi of tees of freedom of religion and be- can be freely read, studied and devoted to fashion shows. Kazakh concert by Kazakh singer Zhanar tack, Karandash, Luina и L’One Kazakhstan. lief as spelled out in Kazakhstan’s practiced in Kazakhstan. brands Aida KaumeNOVA, KEN- Dugalova and Format. and Skif performed their hits. Father Bukowinsky Becomes First Person Beatified in Kazakhstan Wladyslaw, a Catholic priest, per- Bukowinsky called a paradise, ex- Karaganda region Nurmukhambet By Natalya Ryzhkova formed his service to God and peo- ceeding his wildest dreams. He Abdibekov. Chairman of the Com- ple in difficult circumstances. - Ar died in Karaganda in 1974. mittee for Religious Affairs of the When Pope Francis prayed for rested by Soviet authorities in 1940 In 1991, his remains were sol- Ministry of Culture and Sports Ga- peace in Gabon, asking for the in Poland, he was sent to the Dzhez- emnly transferred to the former St. lym Shoikin forwarded greetings rejection of all violence, he also kazgan labour camp, part of the Gu- Joseph Cathedral and then re-buried from the head of the Secretariat of mentioned the beatification of Fa- lag. He was sent to Karaganda for inside the temple. During the days the Congress of Leaders of World ther Wladyslav Bukowinsky. The three years of administrative exile of his beatification, his hallows were and Traditional Religions and Ka- Holy Mass on the occasion of the after his release from the camp in transferred to a new gilded sarcoph- zakh Senate Chairman Kassym- beatification of Father Wladyslaw August 1954. He was obliged to go agus and put on the altar of the crypt Jomart Tokayev. A message from took place tens of thousands of through mandatory registration in of the Cathedral of the Blessed Vir- President of Poland Andrzej Duda kilometres from Central Africa the commandant’s office and work gin Mary of Fatima. This is the first was read by head of the President’s – in the Cathedral of the Blessed at state enterprises. He worked as beatification organised in Kazakh- office Adam Kwiatkowski. Virgin Mary of Fatima in Karagan- a night watchman at a construc- stan and in Central Asia. The Holy Mass to mark the be- da, Kazakhstan. The city is where Father Wladyslav Bukowinsky tion site, while secretly keeping “This is an international event. atification was held over two days. the Catholic priest died and is his Ukraine. The ceremony was also Adelio Dell’Oro, the Catholic up the pastoral care of Catholics This holiday of multinationality It was held in the Polish language final resting place. The event was attended by more than 150 Catho- world has waited a long time for who needed him. Pope John Paul and religion serves as confirmation at St. Joseph Cathedral and was at- broadcast in 40 countries. lic bishops and priests from differ- the beatification of Bukowinsky. II called him a heroic witness and of the fact that there are holy men tended by those who knew Father  According to the Karaganda ent countries. It was headed by a “The process was started by the shepherd. Bukowinsky believed in living in Kazakhstan,” said Chair- Wladyslaw. The Mass in the Ca- diocese, the total number of for- representative of the Pope, Prefect diocese of Krakow in April 2004. his mission with deep faith. In June man of the Catholic Bishops’ Con- thedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary eign visitors has exceeded 1,000 of the Congregation for the Causes The second stage was held in 1955, he turned down an offer to re- ference of Kazakhstan Jose Luis of Fatima was held in Latin and people, including embassy repre- of Saints, Cardinal Angelo Amato. Rome. Finally, on Dec. 14, 2015, turn to Poland and took citizenship Mumbiela Sierra. was attended by Apostolic Nuncio sentatives from Italy, Germany, According to Bishop of Kara- Pope Francis announced his be- in the USSR to stay in Kazakhstan. The region’s Catholics were con- to Kazakhstan Archbishop Francis Poland, Slovakia, Russia and ganda Roman Catholic Diocese, atification,” said the bishop. Father His first 10 years in Karaganda, gratulated by Akim (Governor) of Assisi Chullikatt. B3 NATION&CAPITAL CULTURE

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tion techniques, such as Kates who is a poet himself and has published several collections of his poems. American Publisher to Release Collection “Kates liked my literary works and offered to continue our co- operation. Since that time, most of my works translated by Kates of Poems by Kazakh Poet Aigerim Tazhi were printed in some European and released in foreign publishing hous- Prize in the poetry nomination, the remain long in the memory of the American literary magazines. We By Zhanna Shayakhmetova es, it can find readers in Kazakhstan winner of the International literary heart,” according to critics. have been in constant correspond- too. And about the creative plans competition Stupeni (Steps) and Poems by Tazhi have been trans- ence with him and often discuss the ASTANA – The manuscript of … Our project has just won a grant. other contests. lated into English, French and nuances of the language. Three dif- the book “An Astounded World: The next step is the publication of Her works were released in many other languages. In 2012, editor of ferent translators tried to translate Selected Poems” written by young the book and it is a colossal work literary magazines in Kazakhstan, the American literary edition Sof my poems but only Kates, in my Kazakh poet Aigerim Tazhi in that can take a long time,” she said. Russia, the U.S. and Europe, includ- “Words without Borders” proposed opinion, really felt the original text translation of famous American Tazhi recalled her first steps to- ing “Druzhba Narodov” (Friend- Kates to translate one of Tazhi’s po- and reproduced it in another lan- poet, literary translator and co-di- wards a literary career in the inter- ship of Peoples), “Znamya” (Flag), ems in order to publish in its maga- guage,” she said. rector of Zephyr Press publishing view with The Astana Times. “Novyi Mir” (New World), “The zine. This year, the NEA allocated 23 house Jim Kates recently received “In 2002, I won the contest for Massachusetts Review,” “Words Kates translated many famous fellowships for American transla- a National Endowment for the Arts a literary workshop in Almaty ini- without Borders,” “Two Lines” and poets, such as Genrikh Sapgir, Ser- tors for the translation of literary (NEA) Fellowship to Support Lit- tiated by the Musaget Foundation “Cyphers,” among others. gey Stratanovsky, Mikhail Aizen- works from different languages into erary Translation. Tazhi’s poetry that provided support for modern Foreign and Kazakh literary crit- berg and others. He published sev- English, according to the results. collection was awarded the maxi- Kazakh literature. I was delighted ics have repeatedly written about eral collections of translations of Since 1981, the foundation has mum grant amount and Tazhi was Aigerim Tazhi to work with great teachers, such Tazhi’s style, naming it as “thin- contemporary Russian poetry and supported the translation of literary the only Kazakh among the win- have been working on together for as Olga Markova, Victor Badikov, nest, even sophisticated linguistic poetic translations from the Rus- works, representing 67 languages ners. several years. Lyubov Tuniyants and others,” she intuition” and mentioned “fragility, sian and Spanish languages, which and 81 countries, including transla- The book “An Astounded World: “It is exciting that the book pro- said. brittleness of being” in her poems. won U.S. national awards. He was tions of Nobel Prize winners Pablo Selected Poems” will be printed by ject in translation has become one Her debut book of poems “BOG- Her poetic thinking is considered also awarded the Cliff Becker Book Neruda and Miguel Angel Asturias, the American publishing house and of the most highly selected works O-SLOV” interpreted in English as succinct. She manages “to place the Prize for the translation of selected Persian Sufi poet and Sufi master released in two languages and will of this year. I am glad that the Eng- “THEO-LOG-IAN” (it is a play- whole world” in the verses and “it poems by Mikhail Yeryomin. Rumi, Austrian poet Rainer Ma- include both original poems in Rus- lish-speaking readers (and this is a on-words that could come out as turns to the reader its psychological Tazhi stressed that a translator ria Rilke, Russian classics Anton sian and translated into English. It huge audience) will be able to read “GOD-OH-WORDS”) was pub- and even metaphysical essence.” should not only have an excellent Chekhov and Marina Tsvetayeva, will include poems and translations, the book with my poems in their lished in 2004. She was the finalist “Tazhi, a deep and thoughtful ob- command of the language, but also Polish writer Witold Gombrowicz which the author and the translator own language. Although, it will be of the International Literary Debut server, creates poetic images that great literary experience for transla- and many others. Multinational Chamber New Drawing Orchestra Wins by Kazakh Artists Audience with Appears in Moscow front of the drawing that, when By Kamila Zhumabayeva getting on it, puts one visually un- Virtuosity and Mastery der a magnifying glass,” the report potential. He began studying the ASTANA – New work by Ka- said. By Zhanna Shayakhmetova violin at five and continued his ed- zakh street artist Pasha Cas has According to the artists, the ucation at the Baisseitova School appeared in Moscow’s city cen- drawing at the substation symbol- ASTANA – The Sion Festival, under Zaturinskaya. He has a mas- tre. The drawing, a collaboration ises attention to personality and Photo from tengrinews.kz Photo from held Aug. 19-Sept. 4 in the Valais ter’s degree from Lausanne Con- by Cas and artist Pavel Mokich, individuality, preserved despite Canton in Switzerland, featured servatory. adorns a substation at Bolshoi Kis- the crowded metropolitan environ- Almaty artist Cas is also known the rules of public services im- a concert by the Young Eurasian Mussakhan has performed in lovsky Lane near the city’s Arbat ment. for the “This Is Silence” mani- provement. Soloists (YES) chamber orchestra. many of Europe’s major concert District, Tengrinews.kz reports. The painters worked for free and festo. He painted Edvard Munch’s Artmossphere began Aug. 30 The appearance at one of the most halls. He has played with the Lon-  “We hope that this drawing, completed the piece in one day. picture “The Scream” on one of and will run until Jan. 10 of next prestigious festivals in Western don Royal Philharmonic Orches- not far from Arbat, will become The substation was painted as part facilities of the Semipalatinsk nu- year. Participants of this biennale Europe proved the young team has tra, Moscow State Symphonic Or- a peculiar cult spot,” said press of Moscow’s international bien- clear test site. explore the boundaries of personal gained recognition in European chestra, Symphonic Orchestra of secretary of Moscow high-voltage nale of street art, “Artmossphere.” Cas and his colleagues also freedom, habitual self-doubt, set- musical circles. Warminsko-Mazurska Philharmo- networks Olga Ashmarina, accord- The official premiere of the artists’ recreated French artist Henri ting limits, radical changes and  The orchestra participated in nia and Kazakh State Symphonic ing to RusCable.ru. new work was Sept. 13. Matisse’s “Dance.” In their exaggerating the meaning of ob- concerts featuring various instru- Orchestra. “The substation itself is a facil- Both artists are known for their version, people dance in a cir- stacles, the website said. mental compositions ranging from ity with strict safety precautions, social focus. The two previously cle around a fuming pipe on a Street art is a modern form of a Baroque ensemble to chamber but the artists plotted their 17 me- created the portrait of the early building in Temirtau, express- visual art expressed as monumen- orchestra with wind instruments, tre drawing in a way that makes it Soviet-era surrealist, absurdist ing a protest against environ- tal paintings, graffiti and urban in- percussion and piano. comfortable to take pictures – and poet, writer and dramatist Daniil mental pollution. The local stallations in public locations. The “In addition to our solo perfor- it is interesting exactly outside a Kharms in St. Petersburg, RusCa- city administration (akimat) works of street artists can be seen mances, we have also been the of- protected area. There is a site in ble.ru notes. saw their action as a breach of in large cities around the world. ficial orchestra for A Feast of Duo, the final competition held during the festival and performed with thankful for their work, patience outstanding musicians such as and wisdom. Their dedication and Pavel Vernikov, Ray Chen, Dmitri knowledge made us technically Jurowski, Francesco de Angelis Ballet Dancer Hits New equipped male dancers. My class- and others. We performed Vivaldi, mates perform in theatres in Seoul, Mozart, Tchaikovsky, Saint-Saens, Moscow, St. Petersburg and Ka- Mendelssohn, Wagner and Piaz- Sherniyaz Mussakhan zan. All have found their way and zolla,” said YES orchestra Artistic Heights in National Contest become in-demand artists due to Director and famous Kazakh vio- He was the first representative cal dancing, but keeping in good ance between your profession and the work of our teachers.” linist Sherniyaz Mussakhan in an from Kazakhstan and the winner By Zhanna Shayakhmetova physical condition and maintaining personal life. My profession makes Last season, Adamzhan per- interview with The Astana Times. of the Lipinski and Wieniawski In- a positive attitude are crucial sup- me get up every day at 7 a.m. and formed in productions of “The The orchestra was founded in ternational Competition for Young ASTANA – Astana Opera House ports. And if you know the basics of come to the theatre and work hard Nutcracker,” “La Bayadere,” and March 2015 in Lausanne. The 16 Violinists and is a laureate of the principal soloist Bakhtiyar Ad- classical dance, it is easy to explore until late in the evening. But at the “Notre Dame du Paris.” young professional musicians, David Oistrakh Competition. In amzhan won the Grand Prix at other types of dancing, he says. same time, I always have time for “Astana is a city where my dreams winners of many international con- 2014, Mussakhan received a Rahn Astana’s International Ballet Com- “I had only four days to prepare my personal life and other activi- come true. I grow together with this tests, come from countries includ- Kulturfonds scholarship and be- petition, held Sept. 10–17. for the ‘In the Wake’ production. ties. Our bodies are our main in- beautiful and booming city. To me, ing France, Germany, Hungary, came the Kiefer Hablitzel Founda-  Adamzhan has been on some- But thanks to the efforts of the struments. You need to feel your this is one of the most beautiful Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, South tion prize winner. thing of a tear recently, winning choreographer and my great desire body. If your body sends a signal Korea, Latvia, Poland and Swit- “When eminent violinist the Grand Prix at the Istanbul In- cities in the world. My dream was to learn the choreography, we did of physical distress – just have a to play the role of Spartacus in the zerland. Vladimir Spivakov visited Almaty, ternational Ballet Competition in it,” he said in an interview with rest,” he explained. ‘Spartacus’ ballet. One year after The first concert, which took I had a chance to meet with him. July and in early August wowing The Astana Times in which he also Adamzhan’s parents enrolled arriving in Astana, I performed this place at the Kazakh State Zhambyl He gave me a master class and the judges at the Seoul Interna- talked about the world of ballet, him in ballet school after seeing role. Astana Opera stages produc- Philharmonic Concert Hall in the advised me to enter the Central tional Dance Competition, where his career goals and the challenges an advertisement about auditions tions that are recognised and loved nation’s capital, was a great suc- Music School at the Moscow Con- he also took first place. He capti- of modern choreography. for the Seleznev Almaty Choreo- cess. The team then held concerts servatory, which I graduated from vated both the international jury graphic School in 2003. by audiences worldwide. Astana in October 2015 in the largest halls in 2011 in the class of Professor and the audience with his virtuoso “I trusted my parents’ choice, Opera has become a true cultural of Zurich and Bern. Revich. He also presented me with technique and highly professional as they wanted the best education centre of Eurasia. I understood this “The idea to create an ensemble a violin specially made in Paris. At performance. for me. When I became a father when the foreign dancers partici- belongs to me and my close friends the moment, I have been doing a In Korea, Adamzhan performed myself, I began to understand my pating in the Astana Ballet Compe- in the orchestra. Jana Ozolina, the second master’s degree at the Ba- variations from Minkus’s “Don parents better, their expectations tition were amazed to see our thea- wonderful violinist from Latvia, is sel Conservatory,” he added. Quixote” and “La Bayadere,” and what goals they pursued when tre with its facilities and latest stage our manager and helps me with or-  “Now we are preparing for Asafiev’s “Flames of Paris” and I was enrolled in ballet school at equipment,” he said. ganisational issues. At the same time, the concert which will be held Pugni’s “Esmeralda” ballets. He 10. While studying, I spent nine The capital’s theatre will stage each member of the orchestra has Oct. 26 in Bregents. It will be also performed a modern cho- months at school and only three major productions as part of the their own solo career. All the musi- special for me, as the programme reographic production, “In the months at home. But I am im- International Silk Way Festival cians are students of outstanding highlights the works of renowned Wake,” staged just for him by re- mensely grateful to my parents for starting Sept. 22. A Gala Ballet, professors, the best teachers of our Kazakh composers including Kur- nowned Chinese choreographer guiding me towards the right path. featuring pas-de-deux from clas- time with worldwide reputations. We mangazy, Kazhgaliyev, Kanapy- Yixjian Zhang after Zhang noted I love and respect them enormous- sical ballets, dances from national are united by music and professional anov, Serkebayev and Tlendiyev. Adamzhan’s great potential and ly,” he said. operas and compositions by mod- dedication to work. But beyond that, The New Year Music Festival of excellent physical abilities. Tak- “My first teacher at the dance ern Kazakh and foreign choreogra- Gstadt held under the patronage phers, will be held Oct. 29. we are united by a desire for creativ- ing part in the Korean competition Karla Nur Photo credit: academy was Farida Aliyeva,” ity and high-quality performance of of Princess Caroline of Monaco is helped him learn more about the Bakhtiyar Adamzhan Adamzhan said, recalling his first “I am scheduled to start rehearsing classical music of different genres organised every year in December Korean school of ballet, which is steps at school. “She supported for ‘Don Quixote,’ where I play Bas- and styles. We are all friends and col- and January. This year, Her High- extremely technically proficient, Discipline and constant self- and helped us while we were il. I am looking forward to meeting leagues. We say ‘yes’ to the creative ness Caroline Murat kindly invited Adamzhan said, and spurred him improvement are the greatest young newcomers. I was fortunate with spectators in our theatre in the achievements and are committed to YES orchestra to participate in this to reach for new heights in his own challenges of being a dancer, Ad- to know Nazira Abdulina, honor- new season. It is an immense hon- them,” said Mussakhan. festival. I was also invited by Car- dance. amzhan said. ary education worker of Kazakh- our to play in the premiere produc-  Born in Almaty, Mussakhan oline Murat to play at the opening According to Adamzhan, it is “Discipline means health and stan and Akhmedgali Burkitbayev, tion and I will do my best to bring was quickly recognised as a talent- ceremony of the Venice Art Festi- always difficult to switch between time you spend at work and at lei- honoured worker of Kazakhstan. lots of entertainment and joy to the ed and gifted musician with great val in May,” said Mussakhan. modern choreography and classi- sure. It is necessary to keep a bal- They also gave us classes. I am viewers,” Adamzhan said. B4 NATION&CAPITAL COUNTRY

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2016 Kazakh Universities Enter World’s Top Universities the views of almost 76,500 indi- Al-Farabi Kazakh National Uni- By Yerbolat Uatkhanov viduals were used for the assess- versity placed 236th in the world. ment. L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian Na- ASTANA – QS World Univer- Twenty percent of the estimate tional University in Astana was sity Rankings, designed to help is determined by the faculty/stu- ranked 345, higher than such Rus- prospective students choose the dent ratio. Typically, the smaller sian institutes as Moscow Institute school to continue their educa- the group of students, the more of Physics and Technology and tion, presented its rankings of the individual the approach each has Moscow State Institute of Interna- best universities in the world. Al- an opportunity to receive from his tional Relations, which are consid- Farabi Kazakh National Univer- professors. An additional 20 per- ered to be authoritative institutions sity took first place among the na- cent of the score is based on the in the territory of the former Soviet tion’s universities and entered the number of citations for published Union. list of the 250 best universities of research. Kazakh National Research the world. Of the remaining input, 10 per- Technical University named after The rating takes into account cent depends on the feedback of Kanysh Satpayev is among the the university’s efficiency in four employers who define what they three best Kazakh universities. areas: research, education, em- are seeking in graduates of higher Kazakh National Pedagogical Uni- arbayev University was not evalu- * Stanford University * University College London ployment and internationalisation, education institutions. The last 10 versity named after Abai achieved ated. * Harvard University (UCL) with 40 percent of the evaluation percent is divided evenly between a ranking from 501-550. The top 10 universities accord- * University of Cambridge * ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal In- depending on its reputation in the the number of foreign instructors QS World University Rankings ing to the rating are: * California Institute of Technol- stitute of Technology) scientific community. The rating is and foreign students attracted to only included universities with * Massachusetts Institute of ogy (Caltech) * Imperial College London based on professors’ opinions and university. long histories; as a result, Naz- Technology (MIT) * University of Oxford * University of Chicago New Kazakhstan Tourist Attraction: Emergency and Observation Wheel in Almaty Disaster Risk Reduction will have an opportunity to see a By Botagoz Baltabayeva panorama of the Zailiyskiy Alatau mountain range and learn interest- ASTANA – A new 60-metre tall Centre Opens in Almaty ing facts about the city. Ferris wheel, similar to London’s The project has been overseen famous wheel, will open Oct. 2 in by a well-known company, which Almaty. It will be equipped with 40 closed cabins with 208 seats. has great work experience in Each of the cabins will also have the construction of international climate control and audio guide networks of indoor amusement systems in Kazakh, Russian and parks. English. Construction was controlled “We decided to construct the by the city administration and the wheel four years ago and now we wheel corresponds to all safety are developing a new direction of standards. An Italian company the Happylon project – installation managed the technical side of the of major attractions, which can be- project. Its experts have already come a significant element of the fit in with Almaty architecture,” said The repertoire of the tour guide constructed earthquake-proof at- urban landscape. We consider the owner of the Happylon chain of will contain unique information tractions in earthquake prone re- amusement parks Rustam Ageyev. about Almaty and every visitor By Malika Orazgaliyeva realisation of this idea can perfectly gions in Japan and the U.S. Internal Affairs of Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan great support was provided by jointly opened Sept. 14 the Emer- international organisations, espe- gency and Disaster Risk Reduc- cially the European Commission tion Centre (EDRRC) in Almaty. on International Cooperation, Mobile App Helps Expand Kazakh Kazakh Deputy Minister of In- Humanitarian Aid and Crisis ternal Affairs Yuriy Ilyin, Kyrgyz Response, the United Nations State Secretary of the Ministry for Development Programme, the Emergency Situations Taalaibek UN Office for Disaster Risk Re- E-Government Services Temiraliev and other officials and duction, the UN Office for the only by e-mail, but also via SMS,” includes 739 services and 530 mation on where and how public representatives of international Coordination of Humanitarian By Azamat Syzdykbayev the minister said. of them are available on the e- services can be provided and what and non-governmental organisa- Affairs, the German Society for He said the electronic services government portal or can be pro- documents are necessary. tions, scientific institutions, as International Cooperation and The Kazakh government is now not only cut time and paperwork, vided by the state corporation. The minister informed about well as embassies and consulates Japan International Cooperation able to provide services in elec- but help prevent corruption, in- The number of services will in- the Digital Kazakhstan state pro- attended the event. Agency. The centre has the status of a tronic form and through a mobile cluding eliminating direct inter- crease until the end of 2016 and gramme development, the aim of In 2005, Kazakhstan initiated app meant to reduce the time and permanent intergovernmental action between service providers will amount to 583 services, the which is to improve the quality of creation of the EDRRC during documents related to those ser- the second World Conference on body, an international organisa- and service recipients. More than minister said. life and competitiveness of Ka- vices, announced Minister of In- It was noted that the remaining Disaster Risk Reduction in Kobe, tion established to ensure effective 5.5 million people or 61 percent zakhstan’s economy through the formation and Communications of the country’s work-capable 156 services can’t be provided in Japan. The majority of the Central mechanisms to mitigate the risk of progressive development of the of Kazakhstan Dauren Abayev at population have used the elec- electronic format because they re- Asian countries and international emergencies and its consequences, a Sept. 20 government meeting. tronic services. quire the presence of a service re- digital ecosystem. organisations working in the field as well to ensure joint responses “We have already implemented Kazakhstan has three main cipient. These include, for exam- The government also hopes of disaster risk reduction support- from all stakeholders. 83 different services. With the channels to apply for public ser- ple, applications to obtain health to introduce data management ed the idea. All interested countries can join help of mobile technologies it has vices: the electronic government certificates, official permissions (MDM) and internet service for On May 17, 2013, Kazakhstan the EDRRC. In addition, inter- become possible to send notifica- portal, the “Government for Citi- to enter and stay in the specified rural areas. and Kyrgyzstan signed an agree- national organisations and states tions about required documents’ zens” State Corporation and the border areas of the country or He noted 85 percent of urban ment to establish the EDRRC in may be granted observer status. In replacement, penalties redemp- Unified Contact Centre for Public monitoring of Kazakhstan citi- and 75 percent of rural residents Almaty. This year in July, the ar- April, Afghanistan has officially tion, tech inspection terms. Now, Services Provision. zens abroad. of Kazakhstan will use internet by rangements were completed. delegated its representative as an we can send the information not The register of public services Citizens can call 1414 for infor- 2020. According to the Ministry of observer to the centre.

that everything else can be made as well,” he said. Interventional Cardiologist of HeartStitch and Nazarbayev University the NRCSC Saule Kadirova was the first expert in the former Soviet Union to use NobleStitch devices. “We have been working with Open Innovative Medical Production Facility NobleStitch devices for a year and surgery is efficient, but traumatic the highest international standards. we have performed 16 surgical By Yerbolat Uatkhanov to the body. Implanting a device After the necessary training and operations using the technology is a less dangerous surgical proce- certification process, the new pro- and the devices. The first eight op- ASTANA – Nazarbayev Univer- dure, but perhaps not as effective. duction site will send its products erations were controlled by foreign sity and the HeartStitch company HeartStitch invented an alternative to hospitals in Kazakhstan, EU experts, but other operations were opened a “clean room” for the that combines the efficiency of countries and the Commonwealth performed without any control or production of medical devices in open heart surgery and the benefits of Independent States. Currently, contribution of foreign experts,” Astana Sept. 20. of minimal trauma to the body. the clean room has one set of basic she said. The company is one of the first This new method allows car- equipment and the staff has been “As for me, I am absolutely projects of the Astana Business diologists to sew cardiovascular trained in the company’s production confident in any product made in Campus and is closest to commer- tissue through a catheter, leaving site in California. Kazakhstan has Kazakhstan. I really trust our pro- cialising some of its projects in the no implants. Using this approach, received a license for the production ducers more than foreign ones, field of biomedicine. By produc- HeartStitch developed a range of and manufacture of medical devices because our people do their best,” ing high-tech medical products in products. One is NobleStitch EL. and is preparing for the certification she added. Kazakhstan, the company hopes to The device is recognised around of each type of product. Nazarbayev University continues significantly increase the country’s the world and is rapidly gaining Head of the National Research to provide support for the company’s export potential. popularity. The unit can be sold in Cardiac Surgery Centre (NRCSC) business development and growth. “I have built 28 companies in the Europe and was approved by the Yury Pya is a strong supporter of In addition to the equipment of this medical devices production field. I U.S. Food and Drug Administra- the project and contributes to the industrial complex, the university have been building medical products tion. It is used to treat heart defects research, development and use of plans to allocate additional space during all my career. And I wanted that can lead to stroke. This device the devices. for a clean room and office that will to do something different, some- that which you have in your coun- Until now, there were two main helps to treat people who have had “High quality things are pro- allow the company to continue to thing more expansive. I didn’t want try and I can also bring my way of methods for treating structural a stroke, especially young people, duced by people like you and me. grow. By producing high-tech medi- to build another company and sell it. teaching, my method of exciting heart diseases: open heart surgery and people suffering from certain And we must believe in ourselves; cal products, HeartStitch hopes to I really wanted to create something people about the things we do,” said or a less invasive technique to im- types of migraine. believe that we can produce such provide employment opportunities bigger to make a difference. The Anthony Nobles, CEO of Heart- plant a device in a patient’s heart. The clean room opened by Heart- devices. It is crucially important. and provide an example for other main motivation for me was that I Stitch, about his decision to launch Both methods have their advantag- Stitch with the support of Naz- The NRCSC was established re- manufacturers of medical devices to can build an industry different from a production centre in Kazakhstan. es and disadvantages: open heart arbayev University corresponds to cently from scratch, and I believe launch production in Kazakhstan. B5 NATION&CAPITAL SOCIETY

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ed materials on any of the three languages. Each new issue of the magazine is promoted on social Student-Led Journal Releases First media. NU magazine staff admitted to having interesting ideas about new design and concept of the magazine, Issue, Fosters Research in Education the introduction of new headings, certain issues. Our journal aims petitions and conferences with feedback, etc. The university ex- By Dana Omirgazy to share experience and promote eminent personalities. pands its activity and staff and wel- understanding of the unique edu- Being an independent source for comes more students every year. ASTANA – The first issue of cational context in Kazakhstan,” NU news, this magazine is for NU “We are happy to collect, consid- the student-led, peer-reviewed re- said Sanat. alumni and academic staff, stu- er and try to implement all the sug- search journal NUGSE Research The idea first appeared in June dents and their parents as well as gestions and comments received in Education (NUGSERIE) was 2015. Group of ambitious students for the university administrative from our readers. For example, released at Nazarbayev University led by Professor Montgomery unit and foreign partners. in some editions one can find rec- this June. “In fact, each issue of our mag- started thinking of ways to assist ommendations for reading books, Instructor of the Graduate and promote novice researchers to azine is a kind of joint work of practical advice on personal de- School of Education Philip Mont- unveil results of their studies and the NU representatives who have velopment, sports achievements of gomery gathered students and analysis to the world. something to share with others. students and so on,” Dushmanov alumni to create a publication fo- Editors are aspiring to develop It’s a mere crowdsourcing product. added. cused on research in education. the understanding of academic in- For example, the participation of Articles submitted by the NUGSE tegrity offering NU students and our students at various Olympiads At the moment, the NU press of- students are peer-reviewed by alumni the experience and knowl- is a valuable article for our publi- fice team is collecting information an editorial board consisting of edge of the publication process, cation. We interview them, take for the new release. From the be- alumni and faculty of the Gradu- peer-revision boards and criti- photos. Further, we also report on ginning of the new academic year, ate School of Education. The jour- gse.nu.edu.kz Photo credit: cal analysis of quality scholarly important agreements concluded university witnesses important nal is designed for researchers, nova said in an interview for this wards their participation in inter- work. between the university adminis- events and activities on a daily ba- educational leaders, policymakers story. national programmes, scholarship Yessenova pointed to an inten- tration and new partners. The task sis that will be engaging for maga- and students wishing to share their The first issue of the journal and situation in the employment tion to publish research articles of our division – Department of zine readers. analysis. The journal is released comprises three articles. Lyud- market. Finally, the third article, written not only by NU students, Communication and Marketing – “Unlike traditional print and twice a year, every six months mila Kovaleva, graduate student written by Rizagul Syzdykbayeva, but also by students studying at is to collect and process primary electronic publications, we try in the English language and it is in higher education, presented an is devoted to the role of language other Kazakhstan’s universities. information and thereafter release to equally describe significant available free to everyone. article where the author focuses on policies in developing plurilingual She is confident their strong the final product that shall be in- events that occurred over long- “Our team is proud of publishing the quality of education, elaborat- identities in Kazakhstan. team commitment, studiousness, teresting for anyone who wants to er periods of time and present a original and high quality articles ing on current challenges of quality NUGSE alumnus Aisulu Sanat, openness and expertise will lead know about the life of the universi- complete picture of the activities of that serve to advance research in assurance and the need for chang- 24, is a member of the journal’s NUGSERIE to greater success. ty,” said Daniel Dushmanov, staff the NU. We want our readers to be education. This journal will open ing attitudes of higher educational editorial board. She graduated In addition to this new research member of the NU Communica- aware of the diverse and interest- new avenues for novice research- institutions towards the procedure from the NU in 2014 and now journal, NU has a long-established tion and Marketing Department. ing life of the university, achieve- ers to unveil their ideas, share of external accreditation. Ph.D. works for Bolashak Engineering in magazine, first released in 2011. Articles are published in elec- ments of our staff, academicians experience and their research re- student Zhanna Zhumabayeva ad- Atyrau. Published quarterly, NU maga- tronic version in Kazakh, Rus- and students, completed and new sults. It is a great achievement of dresses academic mobility and the “We consider not only empiri- zine captures the spirit of the uni- sian and English languages. Thus, plans, programmes and promising the NUGSE staff and students,” labour market, highlighting exist- cal research but analytical materi- versity’s everyday life filled with every employee and student could areas of work of the university,” NUGSE alumnus Aisara Yesse- ent trends in students’ attitude to- als in education, also focusing on scientific workshops, sports com- become familiar with the present- said Dushmanov. Zhambyl Artist to Pokemon GO-Like Mobile Game Build Sculpture in App to Launch in Kazakhstan perform a task and get their score,” “As for the similarity with the adults told to children, there was By Kamila Zhumabayeva the head of the Urban Corners pro- world famous game Pokemon GO, a magic river, that lived with the Taraz as Symbol of ject in Astana Irina Hech said dur- I can say that we were first who help of five magic energies: fire, ASTANA – A free mobile ap- ing the app presentation. came up with this idea. It was born light, water, earth, wind, as well as plication similar to the worldwide The mobile app is available in in Kazakhstan in 2011,” Director of time and the future. Guards were known Pokemon GO game – “Ur- the Kazakh, Russian, German and Goethe Institut Almaty Barbara von there to protect the river but one Unity and Friendship ban corners: green energy in Asta- English languages. Münchhausen explained when pre- day they disappeared, the river of na” was recently presented in the Goethe Institut Kazakhstan and senting the application in Astana. energy had lost its power and soon capital in advance of EXPO 2017, The Regional Environmental Cen- The plot of the game is original dried out. Then a player who acts Kazinform news agency reports. tre for Central Asia (CAREC) are and tells the story of Kazakhs: a as one of the guards comes into ac- among Nations Android and iPhone users can ex- the developers of this app. As or- brother and a sister named Tal- tion, who tries to restore this river Zhambyl regional exhibition hall pect to access the app by the end of ganisers planned, the app should gat and Dina, who on a vacation by filling it with the five forms of By Kamila Zhumabayeva and Kasteyev State Museum of this month. arouse an interest among the Ka- went to visit their grandparents at energy,” Kazinform reported. Arts and Central State Museum of  “This game is about two stu- zakh youth to topics of environ- a village, located in a picturesque “When I started this game, I was ASTANA – Dom Druzhby, the Kazakhstan. dents, grandparents, five guards, a mental protection and renewable places of Khan Tengri and unex- motivated to go through it in Ger- new House of Friendship of the Construction of the new House magic river, ancient artefacts, five sources of energy. pectedly found a magic stone with man, to practice the language. In Assembly of the People of Ka- of Friendship began in April 2015 forms of energy, but also about a The new mobile application was five different characters there, the addition, the game will be inter- zakhstan of Zhambyl region in at Drevniy Taraz (“Ancient Taraz”) wolf, magpie, Astana’s sights and developed based on the world’s news agency noted. esting for teachers of nature man- Taraz, will soon be decorated with historic and cultural complex. The green energy. First of all, it’s a popular quest computer platform When asked about the meaning agement, geography, as there are a an artistic creation. Zhambyl artist Friendship Tree is currently being quest game that will offer a player and will help attract as many young of the object, a grandfather and a great deal of questions concerning Kali Koralasbayev will be building built on the second floor under the to walk around the capital as sta- adults as possible, according to or- grandmother tell their grandchil- ecological situation in our city. the “Friendship Tree,” a sculptural building’s dome. The exhibition tions are all over the city, test their ganisers. Game players will be look- dren a mysterious story of an an- This game will also be useful for composition symbolising unity ring, an area framed by colorful imagination and creativity, recall ing for magic crystals across the city cient magic river and its guards. pupils and help them to navigate and friendship among nations. glass windows, provides space logical thinking and elementary through geo-location and interactive “Once upon a time in a place through the map of the city,” the “I offered to present the styled for expositions by the region’s mathematics skills. Eventually map, the news report said. where Astana is located today, as head of the project said. Friendship Tree in a female char- ethno-cultural associations, noted acter because a woman is a keeper inform.kz. of peace and accord in our world. Who is first wishing for peace, The sculptural composition pre- prosperity in life? Who is against sents itself as three trees in the war, poverty and devastation? form of three women, a symbol of sustainability and stability in Monument of Gratitude to Kazakh Women! Men are always belliger- ents, conflicting. A woman bears Oriental philosophy, said Koralas- a life inside of her, brings peace bayev. Above them is a handker- into the house. Women stopped chief as a crown topped by a swal- People to Open in Shymkent nuclear madness with a wave of low’s nest as a symbol of peace. “Nothing refers to some sort of a ring surrounding a stelle with their white scarves (the ‘Nevada- By Zhanna Shayakhmetova the quote, “Alive, endure, we will Semipalatinsk’ movement),” Ko- national affiliation here. I deliber- ately did it in the way that no faces win!” from a letter written by So- ralasbayev told Kazinform. ASTANA – A monument of or some national ornaments can be viet poet Olga Bergholz. A multifaceted master from the gratitude titled “Kazak Elіne Myn seen. All of us are united under a A monument of gratitude to Shu district, Koralasbaev is known Algys” (“A Thousand Thanks to single shanyrak, beneath a single the Uzbek people has also been as an artist, sculptor, caricaturist the Kazakh People”) initiated by dome of peace and concord and constructed in Crimea. It was de- and graphic artist whose paintings the ethno-cultural centres of the any nation can see itself here. Be- signed and built by the Crimean are displayed in museums and pri- South Kazakhstan region is being cause all nations, women of every Engineering and Paedagogical vate collections around the world. constructed in Shymkent. His first personal exhibition was nation wish for one thing – peace University at the initiative of Rec- At the top of the monument a held in 1987 in the district Culture throughout the world. After all, tor Fevzi Yakubov. shanyrak (the circular opening House of his native Tole bi vil- Earth is our common home,” he “I want to express my gratitude to at the top of the yurt – the tradi- lage, followed by exhibitions in said, according to the news agency. the Uzbek people for the fact that tional portable home of nomadic they shared with us their last bread peoples) will be placed, Zakon.kz and let us in their orchards and said reports. It will be represented as a ‘Eat all you want, but do not break

solar disk framed with beams and zakon.kz Photo credit: the bushes.’ Uzbeks took part in with an arched base symbolising File photo of a similar existing monument in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. the funerals of our loved ones; they the homeland and the warmth of adopted our orphans. Today you the hearth, which people raise with “The architectural monument People and head of the Regional will find a lot of families whose their hands against the blue sky. will be not only a symbol of grati- Assembly Secretariat Muratali members have Uzbek names. We The monument will also have a tude to the Kazakh people, but Kalmuratov are monitoring the constructed a monument of grati- stelle decorated with elements of the will also become a brilliant ex- progress of the monument’s con- tude to the Uzbek people, who kerege, the wooden lattice part of a ample of the unity and solidarity struction. saved us at the university,” said yurt, symbolising the unity of soci- of the south Kazakh people in the A memorial of gratitude to the Yakubov at the opening ceremony. ety in the consolidation of statehood. formation of the Kazakh identity Kyrgyz people from the children The Friendship of Peoples An arc-shaped pedestal in the shape and the concept of the Land of the of besieged Leningrad was opened monument, which once was one of a horseshoe, a symbol of the pur- Great Steppe, Mangilik El (“Eter- in Kyrgyzstan in 2012. The monu- of the symbols of the city, was suit of success, is to be located on nal Land”),” said Chairman of the ment was initiated by siege survi- moved from the centre to the out- the grounds of the monument. regional Georgian ethno-cultural vors. More than 140,000 people, skirts of Tashkent. In fact, it was a An inscription saying “We ful- association Zaal Bochoroshvili. including about 16,000 siege sur- monument to the Shamakhmudov filled our destiny due to the Ka- Chairmen of various South Ka- vivors from Leningrad and 3,500 family, who adopted 15 children zakh people. On behalf of all eth- zakhstan ethno-cultural centres children, were evacuated to the including Russian, Belarusians, nic groups …” will decorate the and deputy chairman of the South Kirghiz SSR in 1942. The domi- Moldovans, Ukrainians, Kazakhs Kali Koralasbayev front side of the pedestal. Kazakhstan Regional Assembly of nant element of the monument is and Tartars, during the war. B6 NATION&CAPITAL TOURISM&EXPO 2017

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2016 FM Idrissov Briefs BIE Chief on Preparations for EXPO 2017 visa-free regime for citizens of 20 nual Future Energy forums focus- “Tomorrow we are planning to By Aiman Turebekova developed countries and beginning ing on the development potential sum up the results of a competition 2017, a visa-free regime (up to 30 of sustainable energy, energy con- for the best international practices ASTANA – Foreign Minister Er- days) will begin for citizens of all servation and efficiency and reduc- to be displayed in the Best Prac- lan Idrissov briefed International members of the Organisation for ing CO2 emissions, as well as the tices Area Pavilion. This pavilion Exhibitions Bureau (BIE) Secretary Economic Cooperation and De- role of international organisations is the heart of the exhibition that General Vicente Loscertales Sept. velopment (OECD) as well as Ma- in achieving these goals. will be collecting and summaris- 14 on the results of attracting inter- laysia, Monaco, Singapore and the Representatives of more than 60 ing the best technologies as well national participants to EXPO 2017. United Arab Emirates. of those groups, including leading as projects and strategies related to To date, 103 countries and 17 The parties noted the successful experts of the energy industry, sci- the exhibition,” he said. international organisations have preparations for holding countries/ entists and heads of non-govern- Loscertales highlighted the spe- confirmed their participation in participants national days. Sixty- mental organisations, as well as cial significance of the event in the upcoming exhibition in the Ka- one applications have already been individuals from the public sector, terms of developing international zakh capital. submitted. attended the conference. It served cooperation. Loscertales visited the city to in- Kazakhstan has signed 71 partic- as a useful platform for research “EXPO 2017 is designed to sup- spect the progress on preparations ipation contracts with foreign coun- projects on the theme and sub- port international companies in the for next year’s three months long tries and 92 national section com- themes of EXPO 2017. most promising industry of today’s event. Commending the headway missioners have been appointed. Astana EXPO 2017 national economy – renewable energy. The made in attracting countries to Loscertales also participated in company chairman Akhmetzhan upcoming exhibition is able to participate in the exhibition, he Erlan Idrissov (R) welcomes Vicente Loscertales on Sept. 14. “Future Energy: Energy for Every- Yessimov noted construction of provide a high priority stage for underlined a particular value of an one,” an international forum held the exhibition facilities has been the exchange of experience and agreement on the privileges and In terms of creating favourable sified its work to establish a visa- Sept. 14 in the capital. The event carried out in accordance with the discussions of various frameworks preferences signed between the conditions for foreign guests, Id- free regime with foreign nations. was considered to be a key element schedule, adding 85 percent of the in order to achieve peace and har- Kazakh government and BIE. rissov noted Kazakhstan has inten- The country currently provides a and the last of a series of three an- work has been completed so far. mony,” he said. Best Energy-Generating Gennady Golovkin, Projects Selected for Mike Tyson Expected Presentation at EXPO 2017 to Visit EXPO 2017 nia George Smoot described the end. The participants of the the- cooperation among the above- By Azamat Syzdykbaev selection procedure. matic pavilions will start to fill By Aiman Turebekova mentioned organisations to hold “We can say that we have looked their pavilions with exhibits this professional boxing-related events, ASTANA – The 17 best ener- into the future and see how the en- October. Those objects that I saw ASTANA – Gennady Golovkin including the 55th jubilee Conven- gy-generating projects out of 136 ergy of the future will look. We at the construction site of EXPO and Mike Tyson are expected to tion of the World Boxing Council submitted have been chosen to have received a lot of applications are modern and unique. I would come to Astana for a professional and a so-called boxing evening in be showcased in the Energy Best for participation in the competi- like to note the progress that has boxing event and WBC Conven- September 2017 in Astana during Practices Area (eBPA) Pavilion at tion. I would like to thank organ- been made in terms of operating tion during the international exhi- EXPO 2017. EXPO 2017. isers who have searched projects activities, cultural programmes bition EXPO 2017. “On behalf of the World Box- A commission headed by Sec- and ideas in different cities and and the promotion of EXPO at The Astana EXPO 2017 Na- ing Council, I would like to say retary General of the Internation- countries. The work continues both the international and national tional Company, the Akimat (city that I am glad that the WBC ju- al Exhibitions Bureau Vicente to this day. In the beginning, we level. We are very satisfied with administration) of Astana, Ka- bilee summit will take place in @GGGboxing Photo credit: Loscertales chose the winning had selected 64 projects from 136 the state of preparation for the zakhstan’s Boxing Federation Astana during EXPO 2017. More “EXPO 2017 is a world-class projects from submissions made ones. After that, we chose 32 pro- EXPO,” he stated. event to be hosted in the Kazakh from more than 25 countries. jects from 64. As a result, we have The zone of best practices is capital city. Plenty of large-scale The international selection com- finally chosen the 17 best projects, closely connected with the idea of To date, 103 countries and 17 international events will be organised in this mittee includes two Nobel Prize which will be presented in the Pa- the event, “Future Energy.” It is organisations have confirmed their period and some of them are of winners. vilion of Best Practices at EXPO dedicated to the demonstration of international importance. In my “At the moment, we have almost 2017,” he said at the press confer- successfully implemented meth- participation in the upcoming exhibition. opinion, the memorandum will oc- finished selecting the best projects. ence. ods and projects in the field of en- cupy a special place in the range But this is only the first stage. Now Also selected were 4-5 addition- ergy technology. The zone is the In general, the event is expected to receive of events to be held within EXPO engineers and other experts will al projects to be presented in the symbolic centre of the exhibition, more than 2 million visits. 2017,” Deputy Mayor of Astana transform the projects to exhibits,” territory of the exhibition pavilion. which will feature the best tech- Yermek Amanshayev said. the head of the commission said Loscertales shared his opinion nologies, projects and strategies and World Boxing Council and than 165 countries will send their To date, 103 countries and 17 at a press conference in Astana on about the preparation for the whole in various fields of sustainable en- Diamond Ring Promotions signed delegates to it. All of them will be international organisations have Sept. 15. event. ergy: production, conservation and Sept. 16 a memorandum of coop- able to see the capital of Kazakh- confirmed their participation in the Commission member, Nobel “I am very impressed with the use of electricity, combating cli- eration stan and admire its beauty,” WBC upcoming exhibition. In general, Prize winner in physics and Pro- construction of EXPO because mate change and ensuring energy The memorandum’s goal is to Spokesperson Oksana Semenishi- the event is expected to receive fessor at the University of Califor- almost all the work coming to an access in developing countries. establish partnership and develop na noted. more than 2 million visits. Bishkek – Getaway for Pleasure and Business their grace. Everything about the didn’t necessarily make us feel By Dmitry Lee place was magical, even the ma- safe, throwing glances over our Ala Archa Nature nure that once in every fifth step shoulders every now and then. ASTANA – You’re a non-native, Reserve did interfere between the sky and The old Soviet monuments can The reserve is a small val- have been working in Kazakhstan the ground,” said Andrew. be found around the city squares, for a while, maybe years, and have ley inside a gorge; its ridges The capital city of Bishkek, and overcrowded bazaars on are covered with ice, while the done some travelling around the however, didn’t feel the same. weekends are something to ex- slopes are covered with the fin- country but seeking new experienc- “The capital has not changed perience but overall, it was safe est spruce forests. The streams es and adventures? Ever thought much from the Soviet days as far and fun. People are friendly and flow down from the glaciers about going to Bishkek, the capital as I could tell; it didn’t give the nice, everything was dirt cheap along the slopes and eventually of Kyrgyzstan? Here are some tips feeling of a major transformation. and the food was delicious. Right run into the Ala-Archa River. of dos and don’ts of visiting Ka- The bleak old-fashioned streets, off the bat, go and check out the zakhstan’s neighbour and what to tacky billboards, cocky drivers main square and Ala Archa Park, The park is great for group look for while you’re there. and contemptuous local drifters which is about 20 minutes away picnics and also for hikers and  This trip could save money for from the downtown. Nice fresh climbers. There are numerous those passport holders who need to Grigoriev Gorge air, mountainous views, murmur- trails of various difficulties. travel outside the country every ing brooks – that all is, of course, Some go for over 10 kilome- three months to get their Kazakh- or Chon Ak Suu perfect for weekend getaways tres of steep climbing and as a stan visas reissued, as they won’t Located on the northern shore and picnics. In the city, on any reward you get to witness the need to fly but could easily take Grigoriev Gorge of Issyk-Kul Lake 60 kilometres given day I would not trade any- snow-capped peaks, freezing a cab, train or bus. All they have from the town of Cholpon-Ata, thing for socialising with locals; turquoise lakes surrounded by a catastrophe if anything! The tiny to do is travel outside Kazakhstan said. “When travelling your stom- Grigoriev Gorge is one of the they’re really, really friendly, at snow and rocky slopes and un- corridor was packed; it was stuffy ach is extremely sensitive to un- and return, so why not check out biggest settlements on Issyk-Kul least they were to us – foreign- earthly views from the top of the and it took us about four hours to known foods and liquor, so better Kyrgyzstan? Surely, this seems the Lake’s northern shore. It is often ers,” said Andrew. mountains. For such ascends, eventually cross the border. So stay be specific with what you eat and most convenient option for those cited as the best place to visit on “What really impressed me however, it is strongly advised away from the place during the rush be picky, especially if you’re not residing in Almaty. But, as easy the trip to Issyk-Kul. The area about this country was nature, to have proper gear. hours. I wish someone had told us too fond of the local cuisine.” as it might seem, this could be the is prided with green mountain which is absolutely captivating. to do the same before we had start- In general, the things to do are worst nightmare. Here is how to slopes and covered with red pop- Standing on the tops of smaller of the almighty and all the paths ed this trip.” similar to those in Kazakhstan. avoid trouble. pies, coniferous aroma and three hills and I am not imagining beat- that intertwined throughout the The taxi ride takes about 2.5  “We went to the Grigoriev Numerous online reviews and beautiful crystal clear lakes. Af- ing the taller peaks and mountains, bumpy roads in our way. Would I hours to get to the border, accord- Gorge around Issyk-Kul Lake and ter horseback riding or trekking feedbacks indicate it is best to be I can truly appreciate the doings go again? Oh, yes!” he said. at the border either before the early ing to our source, and can be as there are ethnic yurts and tiny vil- and hiking visitors are invited to birds or after the night owls and cheap as 3,000 tenge (US$8.80) if lages where you can dine and even the ethnic village, which opens avoid weekends, unless elbowing bargained hard enough. stay overnight. They do their little up the Kyrgyz culture and the na- and sweating in long queues is “But once in Kyrgyzstan, there are acts and manifest just how their tional cuisine in one of the yurts something one enjoys. so many places to visit,” said An- nomadic ancestors lived, cooked, specially set up in the village. “It is an absolute disaster during drew. “Lake Issyk-Kul is definitely a played and so on. You get to eat There one can also listen to Kyr- rush hours, unfortunately,” said a go, which is about three-hour drive. traditional dishes much like in Ka- gyz folk music, drink kumys and source who preferred to only reveal Lake Song Kol as well, absolutely zakhstan and go horseback riding submerge oneself into the Kyrgyz his first name – Andrew. “We - ar stunning scenery,” he said. around the lake and the mountains. lifestyle. Those who seek extreme rived at around 12 a.m. once and it The lack of infrastructure and Two things that are absolutely gor- adventures should try falcon was just fine; the immigration offic- conveniences along the roads, geous and outstanding about the hunting. Getting there would be ers were friendly, did take a while however, is a concern. place were the freshest-ever air easier from the town of Cholpon- but that’s part of their job, let’s be “Stay away from the road toilets and the breath-taking views of the Ata; any taxi or local tour guide objective. But on the way back we if possible, especially when in rural mountains that are overlooking the would be able to book the yurt were coming back at around 5 p.m. areas, and also be particularly picky cleanest-ever Issyk-Kul Lake, as if for anyone or by contacting tour on Sunday and let me tell you, it was as to what you choose to eat,” he gods are watching you repose in agencies in Bishkek. Ala Archa B7 NATION&CAPITAL SPORTS

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

in the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo. “I continue training in intensive Kazakhstan Wins Two Medals in mode, athletes from other coun- Universiade 2017 tries congratulate me on the vic- tory. I am very happy. I follow one Rio Paralympics, Finishes 58th principle – life after 50 is just be- Foreign Medics Assure ginning,” she said. The second medal of Kazakhstan belongs to 50-year-old powerlifter Raushan Koishybayeva. She won Safe, High-Level silver in the up to 67 kilogrammes weight category with a final result of 113 kilogrammes. She has been engaged in sports Assistance since 2010. Two years later she be- came Master of Sports and in 2013 she has received the International Master of Sports title. At the 2014 World Championship, she took 13th place and in the Asian Games she was sixth. Both champions will receive money awards from the Kazakh government. Gabidullina will get $50,000 and Koishybayeva $35,000. This year, 11 athletes went to Rio to represent Kazakhstan at the to provide medical care during the Paralympics. In 2012, at the Lon- Games. Kazakhstan’s national Paralympic team. By Dmitry Lee don Paralympics the number was “Our medical services are ready seven. She is also a champion of the Kazakh President Nursultan ASTANA – The official foreign for the Winter Universiade 2017,” By Zhazira Dyussembekova Overall, more than 4,300 ath- Asian Para Games and was a Nazarbayev congratulated her the medical staff visited the Almaty said Almaty Health Department letes with disabilities from more ASTANA – Kazakhstan won one bronze medallist at last year’s following day. venues and medical facilities to head Valikhan Akhmetov. “The gold, one silver and placed 58th in World Championship in Glasgow. “By winning the first gold medal than 160 countries participated in evaluate the quality of the medi- rooms in hospitals are fitted with total medals out of 168 countries Gabidullina is one of the top eight at the Paralympic Games in the the event. The Paralympic team cal services ahead of next year’s modern equipment. Currently, our at the Paralympics Games, which swimmers in the world ranking. history of our country, you have of Kazakhstan consisted of swim- Winter Universiade, reported the medical professionals that will be ended Sept. 18. “At first, I was a bit afraid but brought great joy to all people of Ka- mers Roman Agalakov, Natalya Almaty Universiade 2017 press involved during the Winter Games Kazakh swimmer Zulfiya Gabid- my coach has believed in me. zakhstan. The world knows you as a Zvyagintseva, Anuar Akhmetov service. are taking English classes in order ullina became Kazakhstan’s first Here I am, thank God, a cham- strong athlete, who has glorified Ka- and Zulfiya Gabidullina, judokas “We have been very impressed to be able to understand the con- ever athlete to win gold in the Para- pion [of the Paralympics]. It was zakhstan. A new world record in the Anuar Sariyev, Orynbasar Kural- both in terms of set up of the fa- cerns and provide needed help for lympic Games. The fifty-one-year- a long road for me. This medal 100 metres freestyle is another con- bai, powerlifters Gulbanu Abdykh- cility and the equipment, but also the athletes and guests of the city.” old Paralympian set a new world was earned through hard work,” firmation of this. Your victory is the alykova, Raushan Koyshibayeva, with the clear planning and prepa- Plans have been outlined to use record in the 100 metres freestyle Gabidullina said, adding she dedi- result of many years of hard work,” Vadim Dukart, archer Alexander ration arrangements aimed at re- the services of medical professionals swimming. At the Paralympics in cated her victory to Kazakhstan he said in his special telegram. Medvedev and Amanat Kalkayev, ceiving athletes that will be com- from the Almaty Health Department London she finished 12th. and her personal coach. Gabidullina plans to participate who competed in athletics. peting during the Universiade. I as well as the Republican Emergen- am quite confident that they will cy Rescue Squad, State Enterprise be in safe and expert hands,” said Sport Medicine and Recovery Cen- The Dinara Saduakassova Cup, Chief Medical Officer Ajayi Abo- tre, Emergency Medicine Centre, an annual chess tournament con- sede Olugboyinwa. south regional branch of KazAviaS- ducted since 2014, is held at Gu- The visitors were taken to City pas and English-speaking volunteers Kazakh Chess Champion milyov Eurasian National Univer- Clinical Hospital No. 4 and the from medical universities. sity. city’s acute care hospital, noted the Ambulant Medical Centre, pro- “Chess is a game that grabs you press service. viding assistance for athletes and from the very first moves. You al- “These facilities provide emer- accredited representatives (doc- Opens Academy in Astana most plunge into the world of op- gency aid, medical care and high- tors, physicians and other special- Continued from Page A1 classes for adults will be held in in tournaments, but I will definite- tions and the world of ideas and level and qualitative assistance for ists, laboratory diagnostic unit, the evening. The school offers tui- ly organise master classes in the plans. The most difficult part is to the residents of Almaty and the isolator, pharmacy) and recovery The 19-year-old talent won the tion-free classes for children from near future. I also coordinate all recover after tournaments, as usu- whole country. Medical care is activities (physiotherapy, LFK, world champion title in August in low-income families. the activities held at the academy. ally players are immensely tired. provided in many areas: surgery, massage), will be functioning at the Indian city of Bhubaneswar. “I had thoughts to open the I believe that all children have the But we are able to gain experience traumatology, neurosurgery, gynae- the Athletes’ Village, while hos- The event brought together 58 school for a long time because talent and the most important thing and demonstrate brilliant games,” cology, urology, therapy, neurology pitals will provide unrestricted chess players from 42 countries. there were requests from parents, is to develop it, find potential and she said. with a stroke unit, toxicology, etc. access to their facilities for urgent The main peculiarity of the cham- children and the chess federation. help the child,” said Saduakassova. Saduakassova also spoke about The hospitals are fitted with mod- cases. pionship was its 13-round length, I believe that after my victory at Her mother and current manager her inclination to sports, as she ern equipment which allows diag- Additional training will be held as championships are usually de- the world cup the right time came Oral Utesheva brought her to chess participated in the recent Astana nosing rare diseases and conduct- to provide medical assistance, as cided in nine rounds. for this. The mission of the acad- classes at five. She also joined a Marathon 2016. ing complex operations,” added the well as special training for winter “Despite the fact that this is my emy is to raise grandmasters, the music school and gymnastics. “Although chess is not related press service in a statement released sports rescue personnel suited to fourth world title in the age catego- future champions of the world and “Initially, it was just a hobby. to any physical activities as it is a shortly after the visit. work in mountainous areas and ry under 20, each time the feeling the country. I hope that we will I had no great professional tasks game of wits, fitness training is es- The visitors also had the chance educational training for medical of victory is a powerful experience. succeed and the strongest Kazakh ahead. I only was excited to play. sential, too. I love running, swim- to check out an emergency medi- personnel on sports medicine and It is the best achievement of my ca- chess players will appear soon,” And only after the first results – I ming and playing tennis. During cal assistance station with an auto- the anti-doping code. reer. However, I do not want to stop she said. won the silver medal at the cham- the game, you have to keep a clear mated system and new ambulance. More than 130 medical person- and want to only move forward. I Russian grandmaster Yuri Ya- pionship under the age of 12 in mind for better thinking in the last “[I’m] most impressed that our nel representatives are currently hope to bring gold medals to my kovich, the school’s main curator, 2007, I decided to play profession- five or six hours of a game, be- athletes will be well adopted here,” learning English. country among adults at the world was specially invited to the open- ally,” she said. cause maybe at this point you will said Chief Medical Officer from Each venue will have doping championships. Generally, this ing. The academy is scheduled to Saduakassova’s book, “The first see some kind of combination that the United States Ronald Olson, control units. In addition, the Uni- year was very successful for me. I hold sessions with Asian Games steps in chess,” was released in your opponent does not see. The who noted the importance of pro- versiade’s anti-doping command won the second prize at the Asian winner and grandmaster Murtas 2014. Copies were later distribut- most important thing is to stay fo- viding emergency services for the centre will be located in the Ath- Women’s Championship. Previous- Kazhgaleyev, French champion ed for free to regional schools and cused, go all the way towards the athletes. “The enthusiasm, prepa- letes’ Village. The Organising Di- ly, there were no winners from Ka- Vladislav Tkachiev and Yakovich other cities nationwide. victory and believe in yourself,” ration and facilities are very good. rectorate, together with the FISU zakhstan at this tournament,” said to improve students’ skill levels. “The book was my idea and my she said. I have no hesitation in reassuring (International University Sports Saduakassova during the ceremony There are also plans to invite dream. Prior to that, there were no “I was invited to participate in my delegation and others as well. Federation) Medical Committee, opening the chess academy. two trainers from Armenia – inter- such books in our country where the Georgian league in Batumi this The facility is great and the staff developed a procedure for hold- The school is situated in the national grandmaster Vahe Bagh- the grandmasters share the experi- month. Then I will take part in the is very qualified and knowledge- ing doping control and distribution heart of the city surrounded by a dasaryan and FIDE master Grigor ence of their games and open the European Team Chess Champion- able.” plan for athletes’ testing. The dop- beautiful apple orchard. Classes Dilanyan. veil of the chess world for new ship in Skopje in November as a About 40 new ambulances have ing control procedure will be held for children from the age of four “We plan to collaborate with players. I decided to fill this gap. guest legionary for the second time. been purchased, eight of which in accordance with the regulations are delivered in the Kazakh, Rus- the world’s best coaches. I have a Now the books are available in Our team took the second place last include intensive care units. Eight of the World Anti-Doping Code sian and English languages and busy schedule as I often take part schools,” she said. year,” said Saduakassova. city stations will also be available and international standards. B8 NATION&CAPITAL CAPITAL

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2016 Shaping Holds its Niche in Exploding Fitness Market course, there are proper training or three months they do not see cer- By Kamila Zhumabayeva courses and shaping nowadays re- tain results; or not where they want quires coaches to have either med- them to be,” Gudina says. ASTANA – With many Western ical or sport qualifications. The shaping federation has lot fitness programmes and fancy pri- The Shaping Federation of Ka- of different tests for beginners to vate fitness franchises in major cit- zakhstan is a public association undergo their first month. Anthro- ies of the country, the once much in Astana that has been operating pometry, the measurement of the in vogue practice of shaping gym- for over 15 years. Created with individual, is the most important nastics has stiff competition these the goal of improving the na- of them, which according to Gudi- days. However, the state-owned tion’s health, the federation offers na no other fitness venue has. With shaping federation offers cost low prices and a flexible discount a special instrument, more than and training efficiency, Secretary- system. Morning trainings twice 40 indexes in the body are meas- General of Kazakhstan’s Shaping a week start at 8,000 tenge (about ured top to toe, including height, Federation in the capital Marina US$23). weight, girth, skin and fat folds. Gudina assures. The capital’s shaping venue of- “The entire system is computer- “Shaping is quite popular these fers 13 different courses that take ised. A big file is created for each days. [It] has been around since into account a person’s age, physi- person, where results are con- the end of the 1980s, and therefore cal capabilities and health. They stantly tracked and corrected. An- proved itself in the market. How- offer a flexible training schedule, thropometry indices are recorded ever, these days are a little chal- nutrition consultations and indi- on a computer that makes a 3D lenging for it due to many compet- vidual training programmes. model of a woman’s body shape to itors, too many venues and large Gudina believes that shaping compare with her personal shaping fitness clubs set up in Astana and has no equal in terms of workout model and ideal,” she added. nationwide. They offer a variety of efficiency, because its individual Via anthropometry results, shap- programmes and have swimming training programme depends on ing participants can learn how pools, saunas and more,” Gudina the needs of each person. Ac- shaping-astana.kz Photo credit: much fat and muscle mass they said in a recent interview with The cording to her, in a group where and at the same time efficiently visually seeing a girl as a gazelle – work like sculptors, which is actu- are carrying and where it is. The Astana Times. 30 people train with one coach, solve workout tasks. Shaping thin, long, stretched forms without ally impossible in fitness. The body results are used to inform their Shaping means configuring and one person might end up working has its special features. Our body muscles and a flat belly with a thin works in two modes: either disin- individual nutrition programmes, perfecting one’s body shape. It first too hard while another isn’t chal- burns fat tissue effectively if after layer of fat. tegrating or building up; if we are Gudina said. came to Kazakhstan at the end of lenged enough. The level of effort a day of training we follow certain According to her, shaping is speaking about fitness programmes, Losing or gaining two to four the 1990s. Shaping was then com- in shaping is selected strictly for nutrition principles.” similar to bodybuilding, because this refers to a muscle. It is impos- kilogrammes over a month is nor- pletely new to the country, arriving an individual person. Shaping focuses on a differ- building a body and working sepa- sible to pump up the buttocks and mal for men and women, Gudina in the midst of a host of new prod- “A diet, in shaping, is by no ent physical outcome from other rately with each muscle and area slim the waist area simultaneously, noted. Greater gains or losses are ucts and ideas. At the time, coach- means restrictive,” the secretary- fitness programmes, Gudina ex- of the body in a certain mode and as these are two different modes. As considered unstable and hard ing staff used to buy VHS cassettes general stressed. “A person should plained. A female fitness model is level of effort is the main goal of of today, many of our clients who on the body because the entire to conduct lessons – that was the eat a lot, providing an intake of all usually quite muscular, while in bodybuilding. transferred to other fitness clubs hormone system has to adapt to extent of their training. Today, of nutrients, vitamins and minerals, shaping all programmes start with “Shaping has the same goals. We come back to us because after two weight changes. Capital’s National Centre Int’l Experts Gather in Astana for Biotechnology Pushing to Help Design Capital’s the Country toward Public Transportation System also be examined. The project The UITP was established in By Yerbolat Uatkhanov uses technology to allocate the 1885 when representatives of 63 disbursement of vehicles to pre- tram companies gathered in Brus- Scientific Innovation ASTANA – The world’s lead- vent a disproportionate accumu- sels. The organisation has since ing experts in the development of lation of cars in certain areas of helped cities and countries run bus Continued from Page B1 indicators based on the results public transport systems gathered the city. lines, subway and commuter trains of genetic analysis. Indeed, the in Astana Sept. 25-26 to help de- One of the city’s most ambitious and other transportation systems. NCB has developed a diagnostic Even on such common social sign the capital’s transportation projects that will be discussed dur- It also promotes public trans- panel that calculates an individual parameters as life expectancy, we systems for decades to come. ing the conference is a light rail portation and helps design mobil- dose of drugs to reduce the risk have made huge strides in the last  The event, called Trends in tram (LRT), which will connect ity systems in ways that protect of thrombosis.NCB works with 10 years, and today the figure ex- the Development of the Trans- key points of Astana and make the environment. UITP has almost chemistry issues as well, particu- ceeds 70 years,” Ramankulov said. port Complex of Astana, is being traveling around the city quicker 1,500 members in 96 countries, larly stem cells, which researchers Biotechnology, with its enor- organised by Astana LRT and the and more convenient. Projects in- including London and New York hope can be the building blocks mous possibilities and prospects, International Association of Public volving school buses, intelligent City. The company also works of treatments for everything from is regarded as one of the surest Transport (UITP) and will include traffic lights and traffic control will with the World Bank, European ways to enter a new level of de- treating complicated diseases of experts from France, Spain, Rus- also be discussed. Union and United Nations entities. velopment, as it is not only science the cardiovascular and nervous sia, the Netherlands, the Czech based on plant, animal and human systems, to restoring ligaments Republic and the UK. cells, but also is the development and bone tissue, to warding off the The conference will examine a and commercialisation of innova- processes of age. broad spectrum of transportation tion. In developed countries, the Yerlan Ramankulov Regarding genetically modified issues, including the use of “smart industry has become a leading products, Ramankulov says that technology” to overcome transpor- economic sector and is already be- more expensive than their fellow although GMOs are threat to bio- tation challenges. ginning to outpace computer and animals and bring a considerable diversity, they present no danger to Among the projects to be dis- information technologies both on profit. man, and the debate over their use cussed is Astana’s Taxi Capital turnover and capitalisation. Ka- “Here we must compete with in food is based only on commer- programme, which is similar to zakhstan today is on the way to many foreign companies and give cial concerns. taxi programmes in London, Bar- this. reliable results. If we are able to do “[We must] take into account celona and New York. All of the “We are a young country. Our it, we should do it ourselves,” Ra- the fact that the development of taxis would have a uniform design science is young, too, and it is de- mankulov noted. modern biotechnology is impos- and be driven only by vetted, qual- veloping dynamically due to state In recent years, NCB scientists sible without the development of ified drivers. Customer payments scientific and technical policy. We have developed a number of meth- new genetic lines of research, not would be made via the internet must strive to be at the forefront, ods, technologies and products for only medical, environmental, but and all cars would be tracked and to keep up with the advanced part the treatment of certain diseases, also the bioengineering of plants monitored. of the world. One of our functions including tablets to treat severe and microorganisms. In this re- Management of the Parking is to create a zone of competen- anaemia. One cell-based medicinal gard, genetic modification should Space of Astana project will tengrinews.kz Photo credit: cies that can help quickly perceive product, a type of “artificial skin” be considered from the perspec- what the next cutting-edge tech- for the treatment of moderate to tive of its benefits and profitability. nologies will be, adapt them to our severe burns, was patented in 2011 Not so long ago, GMO cotton was domestic conditions and be able and is recognised by the Kazakh created in the laboratory. In the to use them for the good of indi- Ministry of Justice as invention of traditional Kazakh cotton variety, viduals,” the scientist said. Under the year. ‘Turkestan,’ was introduced a bac- the leadership of Ramankulov, the “The idea is not ours, but we terial gene for resistance to an her- NCB is actively involved in state made it from scratch,” Ramanku- bicide widely used in agriculture,” programmes and projects promot- lov noted. The process has now Ramankulov informed. ing industrial biotechnology and been used to treat more than 100 “Thus, the variety was signifi- creating diagnostic products and patients at the Research Institute of cantly improved, and as a result, vaccines using molecular and ge- Traumatology and Orthopaedics in the productivity of an important netic methods to ensure veterinary Astana, and has exceeded all ex- agricultural crop was increased security. Medicine, environmen- pectations. and hence the competitiveness of tal protection and processing, the “We saw that healing occurs domestic cotton producers. And food industry and agriculture are twice as fast,” Ramankulov said, the main thing: now, there is no the priority areas for scientific de- citing as an example the case of need to order such technology velopment. More than 2,000 new a fire fighter who, after receiving from foreign companies,” added genetic lines of wheat, new varie- extensive burns, could not recover. the scientist. ties of spring-planted soft wheat By applying the new treatment us- Meanwhile, he thinks, people do resistant to fungal infections, and ing aerosol, his body was able to not think about the bigger dangers new varieties of potato are just part build up skin, literally putting the lurking in seemingly ordinary food of the developments created in the victim back on his feet. that has a long shelf life, like semi- scientific institution. A large sector of medical tech- finished products, sausages and Not long ago, NCB scientists nology refers to genetics, in which canned goods thickly seeded with received an order from the Min- local scientists have achieved con- preservatives and stabilisers. Or istry of Agriculture to conduct ge- siderable success. Now, according about fruit and vegetables contain- netic testing on breeding animals to Ramankulov, medicine is enter- ing herbicides and pesticides. The in order to confirm their breed. ing its personalised development risk of harm from these chemicals Steers are given passports not at stage, and is fast approaching a is far greater than from GMOs, he the whims of their owners, but time when a doctor will prescribe believes. “I am an atheist. What because “highbred” animals with medications to a patient that take do I believe? I believe in universal proven high reproductive success into account not only weight, age moral principles, which nobody are estimated to be several times and gender, but also metabolic should betray,” the doctor said.