+23° / +8°C WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 No 10 (124) www.astanatimes.com EXPO 2017 is coming to Astana

EXPO 2017 is about to open in Astana on June 10. See expanded coverage throughout Sections A and B as well as in Section C “EXPO 2017 SPECIAL”. Nazarbayev attends Arab Islamic American Astana is ready for Summit, meets with Trump, Muslim Leaders EXPO 2017, Mayor says There is very little time left be- By Zhazira Dyussembekova fore the opening of EXPO 2017. Is the city ready for the antici- ASTANA – These days, Astana pated event? Is everything going is probably the busiest and most according to plan? sleepless city in Central Asia. In The akimat (city administra- an exclusive interview with The tion) has established a special Astana Times, Akim (Mayor) of headquarters for preparing the Astana Asset Issekeshev talks city for EXPO. All activities are about the most relevant issues conducted in accordance with the for the capital, the development deadlines. All the services of the of the transport system, the at- city are working in an amplified traction of investments and, of mode. In general, the city is ready course, the city’s preparedness to receive and accommodate more for the highly anticipated EXPO than 2 million tourists from with- 2017 to be held under the theme in Kazakhstan and abroad. of Future Energy. Continued on Page B8 WB predicts moderate By Malika Orazgaliyeva historic agreements made with On the sidelines of the forum, Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah, Emir of Saudi Arabia saying they “will Nazarbayev and Trump discussed Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad ASTANA – Kazakh President invest almost $400 billion in our the main directions of bilateral Al Thani, King of Bahrain Hamad Nursultan Nazarbayev attended two countries and create many cooperation and revised prospects bin Isa Al Khalifa, Crown Prince growth for Kazakhstan the May 21 Arab Islamic American thousands of jobs in America and for deepening relations in trade, of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Su- Summit in Riyadh with more than Saudi Arabia.” economic, political, cultural and preme Commander of the UAE with 50 leaders from the Muslim “I bring the message of love from humanitarian spheres. In addi- Armed Forces Sheikh Mohammed the U.S. That is why I chose Saudi tion, the parties exchanged views bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of in medium term world participating. At the summit, King of Saudi Arabia for the first foreign trip. on international issues, the Akorda Yemen Abdrabbuh Mansour Hadi, By Yerbolat Uatkhanov Lower oil prices and oil output Arabia Salman bin Abdulaziz Al The U.S. vision is one of peace, press service reported. President of Mauritania Mohamed widened the current account deficit, ASTANA – The World Bank Saud and U.S. President Donald security and prosperity in the Mid- In addition, Nazarbayev met Ould Abdel Aziz, Prime Minister however investments in oil and gas released a report which predicts production pushed up inflows of net Trump spoke about cooperation dle East region and throughout the with U.S. Secretary of State Rex of Pakistan Nawaz Sharif. The Ka- world,” Trump noted. Tillerson. The two discussed the zakh President also interacted with Kazakhstan’s economic growth foreign direct investment. As a result, between the Muslim world and the will pick up slowly in the medium the National Bank was able to partial- U.S. to halt terrorism and extrem- “We will cooperate in ending state and prospects for develop- his Central Asian counterparts. terrorism and extremism in all its ment of bilateral cooperation, as Bilateral cooperation between term, but highlights it will remain ly replenish its international reserves, ism. much lower than before 2014. The shapes and forms. Islam was and well as exchanged views on the Kazakhstan and the Organisation which it had drawn down earlier to According to the official web- report adds real GDP rates will be finance foreign exchange interven- will continue to be a religion of most pressing international is- of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) was site of the White House, Trump around 3 percent in 2017-2019. tions, according to the report. tolerance and peace,” King Sal- sues. Nazarbayev said he hopes discussed at the meeting between spoke of the historic nature of the In the last year, the nation’s econ- Domestic consumption contin- summit, noting that this specific man stressed. Kazakh – U.S. relations reach a Nazarbayev and Secretary General omy suffered from a slowdown in ued to slow down due to devalu- gathering of leaders was unprec- According to alarabiya.net, the new level. of the Organisation Yousef bin Ah- global oil prices, as the nation has ation of the national currency. The edented and is a symbol to the Saudi King announced a landmark While in Riyadh, Nazarbayev mad Al-Othaimeen. Kazakhstan is low domestic demand. Real GDP inflation rate reached 14.6 percent, world of a shared resolve and agreement with the U.S. to track also met with foreign leaders and planning to host the first ever OIC growth declined from 1.2 percent which in turn weakened household mutual respect between these na- and target sources of terrorist fi- heads of delegations, including Summit on Science and Technol- in 2015 to 1 percent in 2016, ac- purchasing power. tions. He went on to mention the nancing. Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al ogy in Astana in September 2017. cording to the World Bank. Continued on Page A5

INSIDE NATION ECONOMY&BUSINESS EDITORIALS OPINIONS NATION&CAPITAL Nazarbayev awards NU grads, FM says economic diplomacy Historic Shanghai Cooperation Organisation KALIZHANOV: Nation’s spiritual renewal will Social entrepreneurship develops in meets with educational organisation’s top priority A4 summit A6 be supported by all society, scholar believes A7 Karaganda, bringing help to the needy B1 Board of Trustees A2 Vital Smoothies provides vitamins while Switching to Latin will facilitate DA SILVA: Kazakhstan and Portugal: Mangystau archaeologist makes geoglyph Kazakhstan declared foot-and-mouth-disease receiving support A5 development A6 prospects of bilateral relations A7 gallery to stimulate local tourism B6 free A2

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NATIONAL Nazarbayev awards NU grads, meets with NEWS IN BRIEF The Astana Department of In- ternal Affairs migration service will conduct round-the-clock educational organisation’s Board of Trustees temporary registration of foreign China, Hong Kong, India, Indone- only for the economy as a whole, residents in the capital, according By Aigerim Seisembayeva sia, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, but also for every individual. Be- to the department’s press service. Singapore and other countries. ing pragmatic and being a patriot. The office is located at 29 Seifullin ASTANA – Kazakh President There is a need to further expand Maintaining the cult of knowledge. Street and the operations control Nursultan Nazarbayev awarded international relations, adopt the The more a person knows, the wid- centre also provides all the infor- diplomas May 27 to the graduates best practices of our partners and er his possibilities are. I am sure mation on the migration service by of Nazarbayev University (NU). maintain our uniqueness,” he said. that university students understand calling 8-800-080-38-38. “A sin- The commencement was followed He noted the relevance of ap- this better than anyone,” he said. gle service centre is already oper- by a meeting of the NU Supreme plying NU’s experience through- Nazarbayev also noted the im- ating on the EXPO territory where Board of Trustees, Nazarbayev In- out the country’s higher education portance of preserving the evolu- migration service specialists issue tellectual Schools and Nazarbayev system. tionary development of society, invitations, visas and registration. Foundation to discuss the autono- “Managers and instructors at as well as the presence of an open The office is located at 55 Mangi- mous educational organisations’ national universities should be attitude, knowledge of world lan- lik El Avenue, Building 9. Migra- development prospects. trained here and then implement guages and an adequate perception tion service inspectors also pro- Despite the pouring rain, the first the best practices at their institu- of what is happening in the global vide these services at the six posts part of the ceremony was held in tions. The university is our stra- world for further personal growth. located at the entrance to the city. the open air and attended by stu- tegic response to the challenges “I am confident that you will In case of a large influx of foreign- dents’ parents, representatives of most prestigious universities in the ble in the future. Scholars from 55 of a new global reality. It is time make a worthy contribution to ers, there are plans to open a new the Board of Trustees and the NU world. Those graduates who entered countries of the world work here to allocate some of the Bolashak the development and prosper- office in the Yessil District Migra- faculty. the labour market have already today; they do not only teach, but Programme’s funds to education ity of an independent Kazakhstan. tion Police Department building Addressing the audience, the proved their high competitiveness. also conduct scientific research. at this university. Young scientists Your success will contribute to the located at 7 Sauran Street,” said President congratulated the gradu- They work in the largest companies English is the language of instruc- who offer their ideas and technolo- growth of our alma mater’s pres- the statement. ates on a significant day in their of our country, in science, medicine tion and research. More than a gies to the market should receive tige. In order to do this, you must lives and stressed that the day’s and in public service,” he said. thousand papers have already been systematic support in the form work hard and always move for- Crime statistics show posi- success was made possible thanks The President noted those published, with some of them in of consultations, start-up capital, ward towards your goals,” he said. tive trends in the capital since the to the synergy and joint efforts of achievements were made possible the most quoted world scholarly premises, marketing and legal ser- The Board of Trustees meeting beginning of the year, reported students, professors, members of through an effective educational publications,” he said. vices,” said Nazarbayev. included a discussion of the de- Khabar.kz. The measures taken the Board of Trustees and the uni- model based on meritocracy and The head of state drew attention Addressing the graduates, the velopment prospects for NU and have reduced most types of crime, versity staff. the competitive selection system. to the importance of allocating President highlighted the key fac- intellectual schools, organisational including particularly serious “This spring day is marked by He stressed the basic selection appropriate grants which will im- tors for achieving success which aspects and the selection of new crimes by 38.9 percent, medium a very joyful event – the start of a principles in educational institu- prove the quality of research and were outlined in his article “Course members of the boards of trustees. gravity crimes by 3.6 percent and professional career for the gradu- tions are objectivity and openness. provide youth with the opportunity towards the future: modernisation “All the graduates of the intel- small severity crimes by 25.2 per- ates of Nazarbayev University. To- “The doors of the university and to expand their scientific contacts. of Kazakhstan’s identity.” lectual schools enter universities, cent. The number of crimes in pub- day, 737 graduates completed their the intellectual schools are open He also spoke about the univer- “In today’s world, the winner including abroad. More than 90 lic places has decreased by 19.9 studies. For the first time in its his- for everyone, but only the most sity’s active international relations is not the one who clings to once- percent are holders of state and percent ​​and on the streets by 25.2 tory, nine doctors of philosophy talented, hardworking and knowl- and its integration into the global gained knowledge, but the one who university educational grants. To percent. Work on forming zero have graduated,” he said. edge-seeking young people enter academic environment. can study throughout his life. The impart a new impetus to our edu- tolerance in society towards viola- Nazarbayev highlighted the NU these institutions,” he said. “Partnerships have been estab- one who is always ready for change cational institutions, we need to tions of law is also underway. Po- graduates’ high competitiveness in Nazarbayev drew attention to lished with more than a hundred and who speaks the same language update the strategies for their fur- lice have identified 44,364 admin- the labour market. the need of increasing NU’s insti- educational and scientific insti- as researchers and investors. My ther work,” said Nazarbayev. istrative offenses, including cases “Over the past years, more than tutional capacity due to the future tutions. Nazarbayev University life experience convinces me that a He noted that in seven years, the of petty hooliganism, silence vio- a thousand students have gradu- increase in the number of students. became a co-founder of the Alli- modern Kazakh in a new era needs university has achieved significant lation, drinking alcohol, appearing ated from the university. Half of “Today, the number of students ance of Asian Universities, which to have specific qualities. First, be- successes and graduated about in a public place in a drunken state, them continued their studies at the has reached 4,000 and it will dou- includes the leading universities of ing competitive. This is relevant not 2,000 students. smoking in unidentified places and violating the rules of improve- ment. About 53,000 road safety offenses were identified and pre- vented. Approximately 1,400 law enforcement agency representa- Kazakhstan declared foot-and-mouth-disease free tives are involved in protecting canned meat products daily and up public order. The number of police By Aigerim Seisembayeva to 300-400 kg of sausage products ensuring law and order in the city under the Halal brand. More than has increased and checks involv- ASTANA – The World Organisa- 70 additional jobs will be created. ing representatives of other state tion for Animal Health (OIE) rec- Due to the status of an FMD- bodies are conducted. ognised Kazakhstan May 25 as a free zone, the plant can increase zone free from foot and mouth dis- the number of cattle on the feedlot An updated version of the Smart ease (FMD). This will enhance Ka- to 3,000. Astana app will be launched June zakhstan’s agricultural export to the “Obtaining the status of a zone 1, according to Inform.kz. The aim member states of the World Trade free from foot and mouth disease of the project is to improve the Organisation (WTO), the Prime will allow us, agricultural pro- level of accessibility and quality Minister’s press service reports. ducers, to make wider use of the of information and popularise city First Deputy Minister of Agri- export potential of livestock prod- services. Smart Astana should cov- culture of Kazakhstan Kairat Aitu- ucts,” Elubayev said. er three groups in the community: ganov said at a press briefing at Chief Research Officer of the Sci- residents and visitors, city admin- the government that OIE delegates entific and Innovative Centre for istration and organisations provid- from 180 countries unanimously Livestock and Veterinary Medicine of ing services for the population. voted to assign this status to Ka- First Deputy Minister of Agriculture of Kazakhstan Kairat Aituganov (C) explains the news at the May 25 press conference. the Ministry of Agriculture Anuarbek “We developed a more user-friend- zakhstan at the session of the organ- Seitmuratov highlighted that thanks ly interface. The general concept isation’s General Assembly in Paris. to export products of animal and continue to work with the Chinese domestic agricultural producers,” to the measures of state support for of the application was finalised. He stressed this became possible vegetable origin to WTO member to remove the restriction from the Aituganov said. the agro-industrial complex, the Ka- New functions appeared in the due to the purposeful work on pre- states, which will in turn help real- five remaining regions based on Agricultural producers and live- zakh White-Headed breed increased ‘How to get city and state services vention and strict adherence to the ise the export potential of the agro- the newly received status. stock scientists said at the briefing to 230,000 over the past 5 years. section,’” said the statement. The FMD control strategy in accordance industrial complex and positively The countries of the Persian that the new status would also in- “The Kazakh White-Headed full programme of EXPO events with international requirements. affect the development of domes- Gulf, Iran and Israel are also ready crease the production at meat pro- breed population is the largest and online ticket booking will be In the post-Soviet space, Belarus tic entrepreneurs’ foreign trade ac- to import livestock products ex- cessing factories, which therefore out of 10 meat breeds bred in Ka- available and information on train, and Ukraine are historically safe tivity,” Aituganov emphasised. port from the entire territory of will increase the number of Kazakh zakhstan. Now, after obtaining the airport and city bus schedules will from foot and mouth disease. Rus- He also recalled that China’s Kazakhstan. White-Headed breed of cattle. status of a zone free from foot and also be provided. sia, since 2016, has the status of a authorised body on veterinary “OIE’s decision was the result of Beksultan Elubayev, vice presi- mouth disease, livestock producers country that has certain FMD-free medicine (AQSAQ) lifted FMD systemic changes in the country’s dent of Merke Yet, LLP from the will have an opportunity to make The International Turkic Academy regions. The rest of the countries restrictions because of the OIE’s veterinary service under the new Zhambyl region, briefed the press a worthy contribution to the devel- opened a museum of Turkic stud- of the Commonwealth of Inde- decision for nine Kazakh regions State Programme for the Develop- on production expansion in con- opment of meat export potential ies May 25 in the capital, reported pendent States (CIS) do not have in September 2016. The Veterinary ment of the Agroindustrial Com- nection with the new status. Ac- and receive the proper return for Khabar.kz. The personal belongings this status. Control Committee of Kazakh- plex of Kazakhstan for 2017-2021 cording to him, the plant is ready their painstaking work,” Seitmu- of well-known Turkic scientists are “This status enables our country stan’s Ministry of Agriculture will and opens new opportunities for to produce up to 10,000 cans of ratov said. on display for the first time. “We know that many of our scientists ex- perienced difficult times. Many of them were repressed after the con- gress in 1926 in Baku. The informa- tion about these personalities is avail- Roaming medical trains provide care to more able in our museum and I believe this will arouse wide interest among the modern scientific community,” said International Turkic Academy Presi- than 6,500 residents of remote regions dent Darkhan Kydyrali. been examined by a mammologist. According to Yerbol Kengerbayev, tients receive medical services, pro- The medical trains’ project is be- By Aigerim Seisembayeva Dental care was provided to 1,440 Director of KTZ’s Fund for Social fessional advice and directions for ing implemented by the Fund for A solar power plant will be con- residents. Projects Corporate Foundation, pa- further treatment at the nearest medi- Social Projects Corporate Foun- structed in the Mangistau region as ASTANA – Approximately 6,500 cal centres free of charge. dation, the Samruk-Kazyna Trust part of the memorandum between residents in the Karagandy and “It is also important that we Fund for Social Projects Devel- regional authorities and a French Mangystau regions have received provide services to children, too. opment, Kazpost, the Ministry of company, reported Khabar.kz. Its medical treatment from medical They receive the help of highly Healthcare and the Ministry of In- input is expected in the first quarter trains at more than 30 stations since qualified doctors. Local residents ternal Affairs of Kazakhstan with of 2018 and Chinese investors will the first train began operating April are happy to meet our trains and the support of regional govern- also participate in the project. The 11, Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ) children are happy, for whom we mental bodies. plant power is 12 megawatts and national railway company’s press organise entertainment events at The Salamatty Kazakhstan its location was chosen due to high service reported May 16. the time of the arrival of trains,” medical train set off April 11 solar activity in the region. About The trains are staffed by medical he said. from the Karagandy station to 80 people will be involved in con- teams formed under the Densaulyk Kengerbaev also noted the doc- the towns and villages of the structing the station and 50 jobs will and Salamatty Kazakhstan pro- tors of the Densaulyk train had central, northern and eastern re- be created. “Twelve megawatt is a grammes who have handled more examined the Beineu station’s gions of Kazakhstan. They will pilot project taking into account the than 31,000 medical visits, per- residents and servicemen. Medi- operate until Nov. 6. The Den- possibilities of the area and other formed more than 33,000 diagnos- cal examination, consultation and saulyk medical train set off April factors. There are prospects for fur- tic procedures and 133 small outpa- treatment were provided to the 18 from the Almaty-1 station to ther development of the capacities tient surgeries, including medical soldiers of the new call of border southern and western regions of of these solar stations in the future,” care for more than 1,500 children. troops of one of the region’s mili- Kazakhstan. The trains will oper- said French company presidential

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EXTERNAL NEWS IN BRIEF Religious congress secretariat sets date for 2018 A pavilion showcasing Kazakh- stan’s film industry was opened for the first time at the 70th Cannes Film Festival. The venue serves as congress, discusses Kazakh UNSC priorities a great chance for Kazakh filmmak- Peace and security in Africa is ers, distributors, owners of studios By Kamila Zhumabayeva the fifth priority, according to the and film representatives to show- deputy minister. Global action to case their projects and attract like- ASTANA – The 16th Session of prevent wars and conflicts, protect minded filmmakers and enthusiasts the Secretariat of the Congress of human rights, deliver sustainable to, perhaps, develop joint projects in the Leaders of World and Tradi- development goals and combat Kazakhstan. “Such world festivals tional Religions held May 18 set climate change is the sixth prior- are always on the lookout for new Oct. 10-11, 2018 as the date of the ity while improving the Security names. If you don’t showcase your 6th Congress of Leaders World and Council and the entire UN system masterpieces where you can share Traditional Religions and discussed to the needs of the 21st century is your vision, you won’t get the global Kazakhstan’s UN Security Council Kazakhstan’s seventh priority on recognition. This is a part of the vig- priorities. the Security Council. orous work not only on the set but “Our meeting today reflects our As part of the session’s cultural also on the film,” said Rashid Nug- commitment to build mutual un- programme, international rep- manov, president of the Kazakh Na- derstanding and respect, to work resentatives visited pavilions of tional Cinematographic Academy, together for the sake of peace, secu- EXPO 2017 and the National Mu- as quoted by Khabar news agency. rity and prosperity. The Congress seum, according to the press service of the Leaders of World and Tradi- of the Senate of the Parliament of Finnish airline Finnair will launch tional Religions offers an inclusive Kazakhstan. direct flights from Astana to Helsin- platform for dialogue embracing “The congress started as a plat- ki starting in June. The two countries religious leaders and other stake- form for dialogue among religious have been collaborating in various holders including heads of states leaders. The fifth congress in 2015 areas for 25 years, since Kazakhstan and international organisations, was dedicated to continuing a dia- became independent. Today, Ka- prominent politicians and scien- logue with political leaders because zakhstan is Finland’s main trading tists as well as non-governmental today’s problems that clergy and re- partner in the Central Asian region organisations,” Kassym-Jomart ligious leaders are concerned about with $63 million in turnover in the Tokayev, Chairman of the Senate the souls and spirits of the peo- of the Congress and presentation of “We are equally concerned with are equal to what the entire global first quarter of this year. According to of the Parliament of Kazakhstan ple,” he emphasised. Kazakhstan’s priorities on the UN any other attempt to stop nuclear community is concerned about. Finnish Ambassador in Kazakhstan and head of the Secretariat of the Tokayev added the global com- Security Council were other topics. disarmament. Kazakhstan calls for These are the problems of terror- Ilkka Räisänen, Astana has become Congress of the Leaders of World munity may counter all these chal- “The first priority is ensuring all UN member nations, especially ism, radicalisation of societies, ex- a gateway for Finland to access all and Traditional Religions, told the lenges and threats only through the survival of humanity through permanent members of the Security tremist ideologies, climate change; of Central Asia. “We really hope that gathering at the Palace of Peace joint actions, constructive dialogue a world free of nuclear weapons. Council, to rid the world of nuclear all of that suggests teamwork of Helsinki is the gateway for Kazakh- and Harmony. and seeking compromises. Given the enormous contribution weapons by 2045, which will mark religious an spiritual leaders along stan to Northern Europe,” he said. Tokayev mentioned that last May Every three years, leaders of of Kazakhstan to global nuclear the United Nations’ 100th anniver- with political leaders that’s why The ambassador also added that the the conference, Religions against world and traditional religions disarmament and non-proliferation sary from its foundation,” he noted. this dialogue will go on. The con- country is happy to be part of the up- Terrorism, brought together mem- gather in Astana’s Palace of Peace processes and as a country that had The second priority is preventing gress will build its work to consoli- coming EXPO, where Finland will bers of parliaments of different and Harmony. suffered dire consequences of nu- and ending military confrontation date the voices of religious leaders show its dedication to clean energy countries, experts and participants Yerzhan Ashikbayev, Kazakh clear testing, we believe Kazakh- at regional and global levels. Peace in advancing the solutions on the and to converting waste into energy. of the secretariat and stressed that Deputy Foreign Minister, explained stan has a moral right to demand a and renunciation of war as a means most pressing issues of present-day The Finnish pavilion will also pre- these meetings should be contin- in an briefing with journalists that world free of nuclear weapons. In of settling interstate problems is es- agenda,” Ashikbayev commented. sent its know-how in education. The ued. the focus was on various confes- this regard, we seek to use the UN sential to the survival of humanity, Islam, Christianity, Judaism, Nordic country tops international “Recent developments in Syria sional and religious holidays when Security Council as a platform to according to Ashikbayev, who add- Buddhism, Taoism, Shinto, Hin- education rankings. In addition, and Ukraine have demonstrated the date of the congress was being advance our vision of nuclear dis- ed that the third priority is to gener- duism representatives participated Finnish President Sauli Niinistö will that geopolitical tensions between selected so all participants could armament and non-proliferation,” ate a model for a regional zone of in the meeting as well as leaders take part in the national day of Fin- great powers are still high. The fully dedicate their time to the work Ashikbayev said. peace and security cooperation and of international organisations and land in Kazakhstan. lack of unity impedes the fight of the congress. The deputy minister also ex- development in Central Asia. guests, including Matthew Hodes, against terrorism that has been Preparations for the congress, pressed deep concern about cur- He also said the combined efforts director of the United Nations Al- Kazakhstan and the United Arab flaring up in different parts of our discussion of candidates nominated rent challenges to global nuclear of all states, international and re- liance of Civilizations, Rashid Emirates (UAE) will create a busi- planet. North Korea’s actions in for the Astana International Award disarmament and non-proliferation. gional organisations and other key Ahmed Al Teneiji, advisor to the ness council, Kazakh TV reports. violation of the Comprehensive for Interfaith Dialogue and the Kazakhstan condemns all actions stakeholders to combat internation- Minister of State for Tolerance of The Atameken National Chamber Nuclear Test Ban Treaty pose a Medal of Honour of the Congress of North Korea whose nuclear bal- al terrorism and violent extremism the United Arab Emirates, Phichai of Entrepreneurs of Kazakhstan risk of nuclear catastrophe. … were also on the agenda of the May listic missile programme “presents is the fourth and key priority of Ka- Tovivich, secretary general of the (NCE) and the UAE Chamber of A decline in moral values is ex- 18 session. Adoption of the minutes a considerable challenge to global zakhstan’s membership on the UN Office of the World Peace Envoy Commerce and Industry signed an tremely dangerous as it imperils of the 16th session of the Secretariat peace and security,” he said. Security Council. and others. agreement as part of a joint busi- ness forum in Astana. “The NCE leaders highlighted that the business council will become a platform for interaction between businessmen of the two countries. According to the UAE to establish 30-day visa-free regime for Kazakh citizens NCE, over the past two years, the UAE citizens since 2014 for 15 Astana Process talks on ending the trade turnover between Kazakhstan By Malika Orazgaliyeva days, and beginning this year – for violence in the six-year old con- and the UAE has almost tripled to 30 days on each visit. flict in that country. He expressed $375 million,” the media said. Ac- ASTANA – Kazakh Foreign Sheikh Abdullah also met with hope for an early settlement of the cording to NCE Deputy Chairman Minister Kairat Abdrakhmanov Nazarbayev and Kazakh Prime Syria crisis. Nurzhan Altayev, UAE business and United Arab Emirates Min- Minister Bakytzhan Sagintayev Abdrakhmanov invited his col- people are particularly interested in ister of Foreign Affairs and earlier in the day. league to attend the Sept. 10-11 Kazakhstan’s meat, cereals, flour, International Cooperation Ab- “At a meeting with President OIC Summit on Science and Tech- legumes and lentils – negotiations dullah bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nazarbayev, I was able to con- nology in Astana and noted the are underway to arrange the import Nahyan signed an agreement vey to him greetings from the importance of opening the Astana of more than 500,000 tonnes of the here May 23 establishing a one- UAE President Sheikh Khalifa International Financial Centre latter. month visa free regime for Ka- bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahy- (AIFC) on the premises of EXPO zakh citizens travelling to the an. The current state of rela- 2017. The best works by Kazakh writ- Emirates. tions is achieved thanks to our Earlier on May 22, the Kazakh ers, artists, musicians and theatre The foreign ministries agreed to great efforts. It is expected that Foreign Ministry hosted the first directors, who can stand with the establish a mechanism to exchange the concluded agreement will meeting of the Joint Commission greatest modern global artists, will information on emergencies with give an impetus to the develop- on Consular Issues between Ka- be translated into the languages of citizens requiring consular and le- ment of tourism, trade and in- zakhstan and the UAE. the United Nations (UN), Khabar gal protection. vestment spheres,” Sheikh Ab- The meeting discussed consu- news agency reports. The working mfa.kz. Photo credit: The two ministers also dis- dullah said. lar and legal relations between group engaged in the project com- Abdullah bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan (L) and Kairat Abdrakhmanov. cussed implementing agreements “I am glad that the UAE pavil- the two countries, cooperation in prises famous Kazakh artists, po- reached during the January visit ternational organisations, includ- tions is being significantly ex- ion will be presented at the inter- protecting the rights and interests litical scientists and diplomats, and of President Nursultan Naz- ing the United Nations, Organisa- panded. The UAE is one of the national specialised exhibition of citizens, legal assistance to in- they only have about three months arbayev to Abu Dhabi as well as tion of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) most popular destinations among EXPO 2017 in Astana. Our coun- dividuals and legal entities, as well left to work. In addition, four expert trade, economic and investment and Conference on Interaction and our tourists,” Abdrakhmanov said. try will host EXPO 2020 in Dubai. as EXPO 2017 in Astana. groups are offering their own meth- cooperation and international is- Confidence Building Measures in According to statistics provided by We will learn Kazakhstan’s experi- First Deputy Minister of Foreign ods for the selection of authors and sues, including the Syrian crisis, Asia (CICA). the UAE minister, around 100,000 ence in preparation for this event,” Affairs of Kazakhstan Mukhtar works of art, which will be then sub- the situation in Yemen, Libya and “We have made a significant Kazakh citizens visit the Emirates he added. Tleuberdi said the two states are mitted for approval by the National Iraq. breakthrough in our bilateral ne- annually. Sheikh Abdullah also thanked able to have an open dialogue on Commission on modernisation of They also expressed a desire to gotiations on consular issues. The In its turn, Kazakhstan has been Abdrakhmanov for supporting bilateral cooperation and interna- Kazakhstan’s identity. cooperate within regional and in- geography of our tourist destina- offering visa free travel to the the Syrian people and hosting the tional issues. A four-day festival of nomadic culture and national games took place in Turkey, according to Kazakh TV. “The event was held in Istanbul for the second time and has brought together representatives of ethnic MFA sets June 25 deadline for foreign media contest communities, athletes and cultural istry, one winner will be selected zakh government officials, scien- figures from seven regions of the By Aigerim Seisembayeva from each of the five geographic tists, experts, journalists, academ- country,” the media said. Some 300 regions – the Americas; Europe; ics and artists. The meetings seek athletes took part to compete in 11 ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s For- the Commonwealth of Independ- to provide journalists with the con- sports, among them kokpar, wres- eign Ministry announced May ent States and the Baltics; Middle tacts and cooperative efforts to fa- tling, zhamby atu, archery and asyk 19 the call for applications to the East and Africa; Asia, Australia cilitate high-standard coverage of atu. Local residents are particularly fourth annual International “Ka- and Oceania. Kazakhstan. attracted to equestrian competitions zakhstan through the Eyes of For- The award is a week-long trip to The contest is organised by the and traditional wrestling, the festival eign Media” contest. Kazakhstan in August 2017 with foreign ministry in cooperation revealed. The programme also fea- The contest seeks to recognise stops in Astana, Almaty and the with Kazakhstan’s Chief Editors tured cultural events. The organisers authors of the best journalistic re- Borovoye Resort as well as exten- Club. The Astana EXPO 2017 built 28 yurts, where ethno-cultural ports, stories and analytical pieces sive cultural programme and a vis- national company, the Kazakh- communities showcased household about Kazakhstan, which have it to the EXPO 2017 International stan Temir Zholy national railway goods. The Kazakh diaspora pre- been published in foreign media Specialised Exhibition. company, Kazakhstan’s National sented headwear, leather products between Jan. 1 and June 25. The In addition, the winners will be Olympic Committee, LOT Polish and jewellery with precious stones. submission deadline is June 25. awarded the Kazakh Foreign Min- Airlines, the Ramada Plaza Astana The Kazakh and Kyrgyz diasporas The winners will be announced ister’s Certificate of Appreciation. hotel, the Rixos Borovoe hotel and also demonstrated their wedding July 5, on the eve of Astana Day. The contest winners will also the Argymak transportation com- traditions and performed folk songs. According to the Foreign Min- have the opportunity to meet Ka- pany are partners of the contest. A4 ECONOMY

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ECONOMY FM says economic diplomacy top priority NEWS IN BRIEF The excise rate for the sale of community, where the majority of tunities of the region, which is a the One Road, One Belt initiative diesel fuel will be 9,300 tenge By Malika Orazgaliyeva commercial agreements are being continuation of its practices from with other regional initiatives, in- (US$30) per tonne from June 1, ac- concluded. For instance, in 2016 last year. cluding Kazakhstan’s Nurly Zhol cording to the press service of Kaz- ASTANA – Kazakh Foreign during the presidential visits, 48 Speaking of cooperation with the programme. MunayGas Onimderi. This will af- Minister Kairat Abdrakhmanov agreements were signed for a to- Organisation for Economic Coop- Abdrakhmanov also said the fect the cost of fuel at gas stations. briefed local media May 18 on the tal amount of $1.4 billion in Iran, eration and Development (OECD), ministry is helping develop the The postponement of the excise ministry’s activities in the realm of 20 documents totalling $520 mil- Abdrakhmanov noted that this year AIFC, including creating a single tax increase on diesel fuel sales to economic diplomacy and fielded lion in Turkey, 10 agreements for for the first time the OECD Eura- space at the centre to register for- the beginning of June helped the questions on issues ranging from $200 million in Saudi Arabia, 13 sian Week will take place outside eign AIFC staff and mechanisms government avoid a sharp jump the Astana Process to the One Belt, documents for $1.2 billion in Ja- of the organisation’s headquarters to send AIFC staff to Kazakhstan’s in prices in April and May. “This One Road initiative and the Asta- pan and 24 contracts for $640 mil- in Paris, namely in Almaty on Oct. foreign missions. decision was made to ensure an un- na International Financial Centre lion in South Korea. This year, the 23-25. The goal of this event is to “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs interrupted supply of preferential (AIFC). Kairat Abdrakhmanov agreements on the implementation strengthen relations between the assists the AIFC in attracting the fuel to agricultural producers dur- The primary initiatives by Presi- of joint investment projects worth Eurasian states and the organisa- major world financial institutions, ing the sowing campaign. Sowing dent Nursultan Nazarbayev that The next meeting is scheduled to $6.3 billion were reached during tion member countries. organisations and companies to this has currently started in all regions. the government has been imple- take place within the framework the President’s visit to the United As he answered questions from project,” he noted. “President Naz- The price of diesel fuel at large fill- menting include the development of EXPO 2017 in Astana. Also, Arab Emirates,” Abdrakhmanov the assembled media, Abdra- arbayev visited international finan- ing station networks is currently and adoption of the national in- the council for improving the in- said. khmanov said the next round of cial institutions in Abu-Dhabi and 135-136 tenge (US$0.4) per litre. vestment and export strategies, vestment climate headed by the In 2016, the foreign ministry talks on ending violence in Syria Dubai, where he held talks with their At the same time, the cost of fuel creation of the national companies prime minister, as well as the gov- held more than 300 events orient- as part of the Astana Process will leadership and potential investors.” for farmers was fixed at 122-128 Kazakh Invest and Kazakh Export, ernmental council on attracting in- ed on trade, economic and invest- take place, as scheduled, in mid- The minister also noted China is tenge (US$0.3) per litre,” KazMu- as well as redistribution of powers vestors are continuing their activi- ment, as well as organised more July and will be preceded by a a major trade and investment part- nayGas said in a release. dealing with foreign trade in the ties,” he said. than 600 visits of foreign delega- technical meeting of experts in ner and that Kazakhstan is simpli- government structure. Abdrakhmanov also noted that tions to Kazakhstan and visits of Ankara. fying its visa regime for Chinese It is planned to produce about 5 Calling economic diplomacy joint efforts of state bodies helped Kazakh business delegations to He also told the press Kazakh citizens coming to EXPO 2017. million tonnes of oil and 3.1 billion a top priority for the Ministry of attract $242 billion in foreign di- foreign states, Abdrakhmanov in- delegation’s participation in the Abdrakhmanov also mentioned cubic metres of gas at Kashagan Foreign Affairs, Abdrakhmanov rect investment in 2005-2016. formed the gathering. May 14-15 One Belt, One Road that the fifth Caspian Summit that this year, Kazakh Minister of En- said Kazakhstan has created insti- “President Nazarbayev pays The Diplomatic Business Club, Forum for International Coop- is expected to adopt the Conven- ergy Kanat Bozumbayev said, Ka- tutions for interaction with inves- special attention to the develop- created on the initiative of the for- eration in Beijing produced an tion on the Legal Status of the Cas- pital.kz reported. “About 2.2 mil- tors at all levels. ment of economic diplomacy. eign ministry, plans the organisa- agreement between Kazakhstan pian Sea will take place in Astana. lion tonnes of oil have already been “The meetings of the Foreign Almost all of his official visits tion of the foreign ambassadors’ Temir Zholy and Cosco, the lead- Specific dates will be announced extracted in the four months of the Investors Council under the Presi- to foreign states include separate trip to the South Kazakhstan re- ing global transportation company, later depending on the progress in current year,” he said. It is planned dent are held on the regular basis. meetings with the local business gion to study investment oppor- as well as a communiqué linking the talks over the convention. to produce 11.8 million tonnes of oil and 18 billion cubic metres of gas in Karachaganak. In a four- month period, 4.3 million tonnes of liquid hydrocarbons were pro- duced, which is 12 percent more EAEU countries to Kazakh defence, aerospace than last year. It is expected that the Tengiz field will produce 27.5 million tonnes of oil and 4.5 billion conduct population industry potential presented cubic metres of gas. ties for cooperation in the sphere of Measures in Asia (CICA), Collective The largest meat-packing plant By Malika Orazgaliyeva the military-industrial complex,” he Security Treaty Organisation (CSTO) in Central Asia will be launched stressed. and North Atlantic Treaty Organisa- in the North Kazakhstan region, census in 2019 ASTANA – The Ministry of For- “Kazakhstan’s defence industrial tion (NATO),” Atamkulov said. Kapital.kz reports. “The design ca- Staff Report development of society as a whole, eign Affairs of Kazakhstan jointly complex has significant export po- “Today’s meeting is very important pacity of the meat plant is 15,000 of certain population groups, the with the Ministry of Defence and tential. It occupies a certain niche in in terms of establishing future coop- tonnes of frozen and chilled meat ASTANA – Eurasian Economic causes and factors affecting fertility Aerospace Industry held May 25 a our country’s economy. The modern eration. We are open for the joint pro- and about 9,000 sausage products. Union (EAEU) countries intend to and mortality, the labour activity of presentation for representatives of models of our military equipment jects,” Atamkulov noted. It has huge potential. We intend to carry out a population census for citizens and the direction of migra- the diplomatic corps on the export have a high level of competitiveness. According to Deputy Chair of the export the products to Russia. We one year beginning October 2019, tion,” she said. potential of the country’s defence Kazakhstan has created a modern national company Kazakhstan En- will negotiate with the local bodies the press service of the Eurasian According to the decree of the and aerospace industry and oppor- space infrastructure, satellite commu- gineering Vadim Shakshakbayev, of the three border regions and look Economic Commission (EEC) re- Supreme Eurasian Economic tunities for cooperation with foreign nication and remote sensing systems the company’s factories are located for retail space to introduce our ported. Council dated December 2015, a partners. of the earth able to provide commu- across the territory of Kazakhstan, commodity producers. Up to 100 EEC Collegium meeting partici- unified period for holding the popu- Foreign Minister Kairat Abdra- nication services and images of space which facilitates transportation of jobs will be created,” said North pants considered a draft order of the lation census from October 2019 khmanov and Defence and Aero- monitoring of the earth’s surface,” products to the neighbouring coun- Kazakhstan Akim (Governor) Ku- Eurasian Intergovernmental Coun- to October 2020 was established. space Industry Minister Beibut Atamkulov informed. tries. For example, there are facto- mar Aksakalov. The plant has been cil (EIC) concerning the prepara- At the same time, the commission Atamkulov led the event. The top According to Atamkulov, the main ries close to the Chinese and Rus- built using German technologies tion and conduct of national popu- members noted the need to develop managers of Kazakh enterprises in task of the ministry is to fulfil the sian borders. and is equipped with areas for stor- lation censuses in EAEU countries. a unified approach to the terminol- the sphere of defence industry also needs of the local army and produce Kazakhstan Engineering is the ing livestock, sanitary slaughter, Tatyana Valovaya, Minister in ogy and methodology of statistical attended the event. They presented products for export. only machine building company in fat processing, refrigeration, meat charge of the Development of In- indicators based on international the potential of domestic projects in “The ministry has bilateral ties Kazakhstan with the status of a na- processing, technical manufactur- tegration and Macroeconomics of standards. the sphere. with more than 20 countries, seven of tional company. The defence industry ing and incineration. The plant will EEC noted that the census is one of “The order of the EIC will con- Abdrakhmanov noted that the gov- which are our close partners. In mul- complex is a priority sector of eco- conduct a variety of intensive meat the most effective methods to ob- tribute to the creation of the condi- ernment supports accelerated devel- tilateral format we are involved in six nomic development of Kazakhstan, processing activities and create tain reliable and detailed data on the tions in the union member countries opment of the manufacturing indus- international organisations, including Shakshakbayev noted in his speech. export-oriented products. size and structure of the population. ensuring the successful conduct of try, including defence production. the United Nations, Organisation for Within the framework of the meet- “This information is extremely censuses and obtaining compara- “Kazakh companies are optimis- Security and Co-operation in Europe ing, a small exhibition was organised Automobile production volume important for the objective and ble statistical information in the tic about the prospects for coopera- (OSCE), Shanghai Cooperation Or- to demonstrate products of Kazakh this year exceeded last year’s vol- multidimensional disclosure of EAEU,” commission members tion with foreign partners. We are ganisation (SCO), Conference on aerospace industry to the foreign am- umes by 3.5 times, according to In- modern processes and trends in the concluded. opening new diplomatic opportuni- Interaction and Confidence-Building bassadors and guests. form.kz. “In January to April, 5,050 units of vehicles, including freight transport and bus equipment, were produced in the country at a total cost of 28.9 billion tenge [US$92.6 million]. The volumes of output ex- SAP Kazakhstan to launch innovative business and public ceeded last year’s indicator by 3.5 times. Passenger car production increased by 5.4 times, reaching 4,571 units,” said a release from the administration programmes at Kazakh universities association. The five most popular tive public administration prac- brands of passenger cars for the By Zhanna Shayakhmetova tices to Kazakhstan. Our ideas and first four months of 2017 included concepts were in demand when the Lada (1,897 units), KIA (600 units), ASTANA – SAP announced Digital Kazakhstan programme Hyundai (345 units), Chevrolet plans to open the first Next-Gen was developed,” he said. (264 units) and JAC (174 units). Lab in Kazakhstan in cooperation This year, SAP also announced with Nazarbayev University and that it was investing in the devel- The Development Bank of Ka- the International University of In- opment of the SAP Leonardo In- zakhstan (DBK) announced that the formation Technologies at the May ternet of Things. expansion project at the Astana In- 24 SAP Forum. SAP signed a cooperation agree- ternational Airport costs 92.6 billion The labs will be created within ment with the Finance Academy tenge (US$297 million), according both of those universities, and in under the Ministry of Finance and to the company’s press service. The them, students, under the guidance Nazarbayev University as part of bank has provided a loan for a pe- of SAP experts and using SAP the event. riod of 14 years in the amount of 11 technologies, will solve specific “We developed a special pro- billion tenge (US$35.2 million) for business tasks set by clients. gramme and we will launch in reimbursement of expenses related “This educational technology the next academic year. Our to construction and installation was first tested with Stanford Uni- professional development cen- work. “Long-term loan resources versity and gave astounding results. tre will be transformed into the provided by the bank will facili- The programme allows [users] academy of additional educa- tate the completion of construc- not only to teach students practi- tion. We will offer various train- tion on a new passenger terminal. cal work with digital technologies, ing programmes and students The project’s importance cannot be but also to involve universities in can undergo additional training, overestimated given the increasing creating real innovations to solve ances. This is a strong driver that SAP entered the Kazakh market lic finance management. The E- receiving not only a diploma, but passenger traffic and the expected specific business problems of our will help push forward innovative with the ESP concept in oil and Minfin innovative project resulted also a certificate of qualification flow of visitors to EXPO 2017. customers,” said SAP Kazakhstan business solutions, solving specific gas, transport and telecommunica- from that cooperation, and today, for future careers. For example, The implementation of the project Director Maksim Lamskov. problems using digital technolo- tions. more than 20,000 employees and we will prepare IT professionals will improve the quality of airport The company aims to bring their gies,” he said. “At that time, this concept the whole management work on for the financial and banking sec- services,” said Senior Banker of customers, IT companies and uni- The company has also been suc- was innovative, and changed ap- the same standard rules following tors. So, we need to teach them DBK’s Department for Work with versities in the country together to cessfully implementing a joint proaches to corporate governance. the same strategic goals. This pro- according to the SAP programme Clients Balzhan Yessenbayeva. It jointly develop innovative solu- training programme for members Today, we see the ESP platform as ject is unique within the Common- because it is widely used. And is expected that the airport’s capac- tions for specific problems. of the University Alliances in co- a standard element of real sector wealth of Independent States. this agreement will give us the ity will more than double and reach “Our role is unifying. We ac- operation with the Samruk Kazyna management,” Lamskov said. Last year, SAP launched the SAP opportunity to provide free edu- 7.6 million passengers per year, and quired great experience in the Sovereign Wealth Fund. Ten lead- The company began cooperat- Institute of Digital Government, a cation,” said Financial Academy the total area of passenger terminals global market and this year we ing Kazakh universities are partici- ing with Kazakhstan’s public sec- global initiative to exchange expe- Innovative Development and will almost triple to 72,210 square plan to apply this experience as pating in programmes launched by tor six years ago and proposed a rience in public administration. Distance Learning Vice Rector metres. About 350 permanent jobs part of the SAP University Alli- SAP University Alliances. completely new approach to pub- “We managed to bring innova- Bakhyt Sharipov. will also be created. A5 BUSINESS

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BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF WB predicts moderate growth for Kazakhstan in medium term China Triumph International has become a strategic partner in the Continued from Page A1 subsided in the fourth quarter of Kazakhstan has great potential construction of a glass plant in the 2016. to increase rural incomes and cre- Kyzylorda region, according to the The Kazakh government sought Experts predict oil prices will ate jobs, contributing to economic press service of the Investment Fund to stimulate domestic demand and gradually recover and oil from diversification and adding addi- of Kazakhstan. The corresponding diversify the economy in 2016. the giant offshore Kashagan field tional value to output through pro- agreement was signed during the re- Authorities postponed fiscal con- will offset the observed declines cessing. Agricultural labour pro- cent Belt and Road Initiative forum solidation and used economic sup- in traditional oil output. As a re- ductivity is currently lower than in Beijing. The Chinese side intends port measures financed by the oil sult, export revenue will increase in Russia and Belarus. At that, 15 to expand the enterprise’s capabili- fund and additional borrowing. and positively impact Kazakh- percent of the state’s total arable ties and establish additional lines for The government used special na- stan’s current account and fiscal land is unutilised, according to the the production of ultra-transparent tional programmes focused on in- balances. Yet, they emphasised report. glass, multifunctional glass and oth- creasing domestic demand through even with the projected oil price World Bank experts note Ka- er glass products with high added higher public wages and social level both balances will remain in zakhstan’s good location and con- value. In accordance with the agree- transfers and continued subsidy deficit. sider it can help the nation enter ment, China Triumph International provisions to national enterprises The report notes the agricul- the growing markets of China, will act as a general contractor with and small and medium-sized busi- tural sector is an important part India and the Middle East. This, relevant experience and knowledge. nesses. It also decided to support of the country’s economy, which along with the scale of agricultural banking sector. can help in its diversification and resources, makes the country a po- The Magnum Cash&Carry retail Authorities plan to recapitalise create more jobs. In his 2017 ad- tentially attractive investment for innovations and dissemination significantly due to travel time. network has plans to merge with the country’s major banks. The dress to the nation, Kazakh Presi- domestic and foreign investors. and adoption of new technolo- Public-private partnerships should another network in Kazakhstan, ac- National Bank started gradually dent Nursultan Nazarbayev called Experts also highlight the risk- gies. They note agricultural pro- encourage private investment in cording to the network’s founder, easing its contractionary monetary agriculture “a new driver of the prone nature of agricultural busi- ductivity significantly depends storage, distributional infrastruc- Aleksandr Garber. Garber has not policy as inflationary pressures economy.” ness and advise using research, on infrastructure, as it declines ture and processing facilities. named the other retail company, Kapital.kz reports. Meanwhile, Green Mart, which was merged with Magnum Cash&Carry last year, is gradually closing its hy- permarkets throughout Kazakh- Vital Smoothies provides vitamins while receiving support stan within the reorganisation pro- search. I studied the technology of when I can keep it in a bank and price reduction for our products. We gramme and changing its format By Yerbolat Uatkhanov production, the cost of equipment, earn 12 percent per annum and pay want Vital Smoothies to be afford- of work and business strategy. As fruits, berries and vegetables. It was 4-percent interest per annum only able to a wide range of consumers. part of the Green Mart reorganisa- ASTANA – Vital Smoothies use not easy as there was no analogue of by subsidising interest rates with As of today, 70 percent of the cost tion programme, its hypermarkets cold-press technology to produce such business in Kazakhstan, neither the Damu Fund,” he said. of our products is the cost of fresh are becoming part of Magnum thick, 100-percent natural juices were there any similar technologies “However, in reality everything fruit, berries and vegetables. At the Cash&Carry to increase efficien- with pulp from fresh fruits, ber- of production in the neighbouring turned out to be a little bit more moment we are working on estab- cy, while the Green Mart brand ries and vegetables. The process, states. I visited major retailers in complicated. I had to collect many lishing our own supply chain of will continue to operate in the for- which preserves natural taste, col- Moscow, Baku, Tbilisi and Yekat- documents to get the bank’s ap- fruits, berries and vegetables direct- mats of supermarkets and smaller our and important vitamins, is new erinburg trying to find such product proval for the loan first, then the ly from the manufacturers avoiding neighbourhood shops. There are 35 to Kazakhstan. The initiative was Salim Nagym but I found none,” he added. subsidy approval. There are no intermediaries. We are also building Green Mart stores in Astana and Al- supported by the Damu Entrepre- “My wife and I met in the U.K. The more Nagym studied the such business support programmes our own storage. After the comple- maty, company representatives said neurship Development Fund, which while being students there, and business, the more questions and in other countries so even though I tion of all these works, the cost of last year. offered attractive lending conditions both of us were passionate smooth- doubts he had: “However, the pop- had to spend a lot of time and col- our products will be decreased,” to the company. ie devotees. It all started back in ularity of smoothies in Europe con- lect many documents, in general I said Nagym. Kazakhtelecom and the Atame- “There are a lot of freshly- 2014, when we undertook a fam- vinced me that sooner or later it will am glad that I have used such state “We plan to expand the geog- ken National Chamber of Entrepre- squeezed juices on the market, but ily trip across the cities in the UK come to Kazakhstan, so we needed support,” he commented. raphy of our smoothie sales. Vital neurs have presented a joint project they start to ferment after three days where we used to study and Cam- to start off. Of course, it would be a Vital Smoothies does not cur- Smoothies are sold in all large su- to implement an open digital plat- because of the microorganisms con- bridge was one of our destinations. challenge but we would deal with rently have any competitors in the permarkets across Astana. Com- form for small and medium-sized tained in them. There are also many We were sitting at a train station the problems in the process.” Kazakh market, said Nagym. Some mencing May 1, we began shipping businesses, according to Kapital.kz. juices that can be kept on store together with my wife’s brother, Through his research, he learned companies use a direct pressing to Ramstor and Interfood in Almaty. The purpose of the platform is to in- shelves for years. These juices can waiting for our train and enjoying the Damu Fund subsidises up to method similar to its technology, As soon as we cover the Almaty crease the competitiveness and pro- be stored for so long because they smoothies we had just bought at 10 percent of the interest rates on but the shelf life is very short and market, we want to start deliver- ductivity of domestic businesses. go through the process of heat treat- the local train shop. I began won- loans. therefore not practical to import ies to the nearby cities of Russia – For this purpose, entrepreneurs will ment, in which all microorganisms dering why no one had come across “I thought why should I invest from Europe. Yekaterinburg, Chelyabinsk, Novo- be provided with information and and vitamins are killed,” said Vital the idea of producing smoothies in my own funds in the business, “First of all, we are working on a sibirsk and others,” he added. communication technologies tools Smoothies Founder Salim Nagym. Kazakhstan yet. My brother-in-law such as services and applications The uniqueness is in the produc- mentioned that one of his acquaint- based on a single window system. tion technology. The juices are heat ances looked into this business op- The pilot version of the platform treated, retaining their taste, colour portunity but had come to the con- will be launched in December, said and vitamins for up to 15 days, clusion that it was not going to be Daryn Tuyakov, chief director and while neutralising microorganisms profitable,” Nagym shared. head of the staff of Kazakhtelecom. that are dangerous to health and “Upon our arrival to Kazakhstan, “Before that, all the attempts of cause fermentation. I decided to conduct my own re- the state were aimed at developing the ‘state for business.’ We want to combine both the ‘government for business’ and ‘business for busi- ness’ in this project. Basically it will Beekeepers to export present services for the conveni- ence of the entrepreneurs, allowing them to solve all their problems that exist today. We focused on attract- honey to China ing business representatives,” he added. To help ensure the maxi- in the East Kazakhstan or Almaty mum involvement of all businesses, region which will be technically Kazakhtelecom proposes to use its equipped and accredited in accord- ance with AQSIQ requirements. entire infrastructure. “Farmers from Kazakhstan and the Central Asian region will be able Kazakhstan’s first industrial scale to certify these products in these lemon orchard has been launched laboratories while supplying prod- in Atyrau, according to Kazinform. ucts to China. The test results will

“For a long time we were choosing a ic24.kz Photo credit: not be rechecked in China. This is type that could be adapted to our cli- a great recognition of our veterinary matic conditions. As a result, we have By Dana Omirgazy service. Chinese experts have re- chosen Mir, which was bred in Tash- peatedly audited our veterinary ser- kent. We have bought the first 2,000 ASTANA – Kazakhstan and China signed the protocol on in- vice for various types of diseases,” saplings, which were planted on one spection, quarantine and sanitary said Issayeva. hectare,” said Vladimir Rozmetov, requirements for honey exported Plans are also underway to agree the head of one of the farms of the from Kazakhstan to China during on the requirements to ship frozen Atyrau region. “Specialists from Uz- President Nursultan Nazarbayev’s mutton to the Chinese market by the bekistan will show us how to prop- official visit to China and his- par end of the year, according to First erly care for the plants from the mo- ticipation in the May 14-15 Belt and Vice Minister of Agriculture Kairat ment of sowing until the first harvest. Road forum for international coop- Aituganov. … We expect to get the first harvest eration in Beijing. “In April, Chinese experts con- next year, and in four years each tree Kazakh Vice Minister of Agricul- ducted an audit of the veterinary can bring up to 150 kilogrammes ture Gulmira Issayeva and Chinese service and the inspection of enter- of lemons. We plan to develop [or- Chairperson of State Administration prises in Kazakhstan. Work contin- chards] not only in the Atyrau region, of Quality Supervision, Inspection ues on the organisation of export of but all over Kazakhstan,” he added. and Quarantine (AQSIQ) Zhi Shup- chilled lamb to China. We are also ing signed the document. coordinating veterinary requests Bank RBK intends to merge with “Last summer, the AQSIQ in- for export of mutton and live sheep Qazaq Banki, according to the Ka- spectors visited Kazakhstan and got to Iran. The veterinary certificates zakhstan Stock Exchange (KASE). acquainted with honey producers in have been agreed for the export of The shareholders of Bank RBK and the East Kazakhstan region. They live cattle and chicken eggs to the Qazaq Banki have been negotiat- were surprised by the varieties of United Arab Emirates (UAE),” he ing the merger of the two financial honey, as we can produce different said. institutions. In the near future, a types of honey of the highest qual- Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan memorandum of understanding is ity,” said Issayeva in an interview agreed on the list of goods allowed expected to be signed between the with Kazinform. for export under the Eurasian Eco- banks and become the starting point The document reflects all the nec- nomic Union. The number of enter- of the merger. The key provisions of essary requirements, which were prises entitled to supply their prod- the memorandum have been agreed previously studied and agreed, she ucts to Kazakhstan was increased with the National Bank of Kazakh- added. from 12 to 25. stan. The joint financial institution “This is very important, because Aituganov noted specially-de- will operate under the brand of our farmers got the opportunity to veloped export road maps imply Bank RBK. A roadmap for a phased export honey, being aware of the re- measures to harmonise domestic merger suggests that Vladimir Kim quirements of the Chinese market,” regulations and certificates with the will become a major controlling she noted. demands of importing countries – participant of the new structure, the In addition, a project has been China, Iran, Israel, Kuwait, Saudi KASE statement said. launched to establish laboratories Arabia and the UAE. A6 EDITORIALS&OPINIONS

WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 Historic Shanghai Cooperation Modernisation of Kazakhstan’s Organisation summit identity: view from Singapore he upcoming meeting of the heads of provided funding for insurgency and those who use By Kishore Mahbubani still puts Kazakhstan in the same member states of the Shanghai Cooperation terrorist violence in various regions throughout the category as Nepal and many Af- Organisation (SCO) in Astana June 8-9 is world. It is well-known that drug trafficking is a huge Few countries can match the rican countries. This ignores the important and historic. It is expected that problem in Afghanistan, which is a major concern for scale and speed of institutional substantial progress Kazakhstan TIndia and Pakistan will become full members of the the SCO member states, whose territories are used reforms in Kazakhstan. In the last has made in developing stronger, SCO, joining the six current member nations of the by criminals for heroin refining and smuggling. The four years, we have seen the roll higher quality public institutions. organisation – China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Rus- SCO will need to have a thorough discussion and out of the Kazakhstan 2050 strate- Changing culture is a multi-year, sia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. come up with concrete steps to tackle this problem. gy, the Five Institutional Reforms, multi-decade enterprise. Unlike The significance of the accession of India and It is, therefore, a welcome sign that the SCO summit anti-corruption measures and the policy change, cultural change is Pakistan should not be underestimated. Mark Shields, is expected to produce a joint statement by the heads of recent Constitutional reforms and not something that can be done in a well-known American political columnist and state on the joint fighting against international terrorism plans to decentralise powers. just a few years. And the place to commentator, once said, “There is always strength and the Convention on countering extremism. As part of this national moderni- start in changing culture and shap- in numbers.” This is, indeed, the case when it comes However, as Kazakhstan frequently pointed out, sation effort, the Kazakh Presi- ing norms and values is through to India and Pakistan gaining full membership in to stamp out drug trafficking originating from our dent is also paying attention to the Kishore Mahbubani education and investing in the the SCO. It will significantly strengthen the SCO’s region, as well as defeat terrorism, a major effort is “software” of the country – the youth of Kazakhstan. That is why, security capabilities and enhance the political and required to develop the economies of these countries culture, norms and values of the turning inward, these qualities are the National University of Singa- economic aspect of the organisation. With the latest and integrate them Kazakh people. This is an impor- invaluable. They will stand Ka- pore’s Lee Kuan Yew School is expansion, the SCO will include countries encom- regionally and into the global economy. Kazakh- tant effort because the success of zakhstan in good stead in the com- proud to be involved in Kazakh- passing over 40 percent of the world’s population. stan has been helping secure peace and stability in a country depends not just on the ing decades as it strives to become stan’s modernisation efforts – not In addition, full membership could bring a number Afghanistan and should continue to work closely dynamism and competitiveness of one of the world’s top 30 econo- just in economic and state modern- of benefits for India and Pakistan. The organisation with other members of the SCO to help the country its economy, but also on the cohe- mies. isation – but also in shaping and provides a platform for bilateral dialogue, which can get back on its feet. In fact, all member states of the sion and trust of its people. In the last 25 years, Kazakhstan inspiring the next generation of contribute to improving the complex – and at times SCO would benefit from closer economic coopera- It is, therefore, encouraging to has made significant progress in its Kazakhstan’s leaders through our strained – relations between India and Pakistan. tion, especially taking into account the massive see the President emphasising the modernisation efforts. It deserves partnership with Nazarbayev Uni- There is no denying that the world is currently potential of the emerging markets, including Kazakh- value of pragmatism and realism, more international recognition for versity and especially its Graduate experiencing serious challenges that are affecting all stan, that make up the SCO. an open and welcoming attitude these efforts. But the international School of Public Policy. of us. Though Daesh is losing ground in Syria and From its inception, the main objectives of the SCO to the world, the importance of community has been slow to do Iraq, terrorist organisations and lone attackers still have been to maintain peace, stability and security education and evolutionary rather this and ranking agencies have not The author is Dean of the Lee pose a significant global threat, as was demonstrated in the region, as well as to develop economic and than revolutionary change. In this always been fair to Kazakhstan. Kuan Yew School of Public Poli- by the recent horrific terrorist attacks in Manchester, humanitarian cooperation. The expected accession of uncertain and volatile age, and at For example, despite Kazakhstan’s cy, National University of Singa- St. Petersburg, in the Egyptian desert, and elsewhere. India and Pakistan will undoubtedly raise the SCO’s a time many countries seem to be efforts, Transparency International pore. Global terrorism is partly emanating from the spread prestige, but more importantly it will, hopefully, of radical extremism. In order to defeat terrorism, facilitate the achievement of the SCO’s aims. international organisations will need to implement There will be a lot of important issues on the concrete steps to stamp out extremism. This will be agenda when the heads of member states convene in an area of great focus for the heads of member states Astana and there is no doubt that finding solutions to of the SCO when they meet in Astana. some of the pressing regional problems will not be an What does the Riyadh Drug trafficking will be another priority area dur- easy task. Nevertheless, the historic significance of ing the meeting. As well as hurting ordinary people, the meeting should provide the necessary incentive the link between terrorism and drug trafficking is for the member states to agree upon concrete meas- evident and has been recognised by the United Na- ures that will contribute to the security and develop- summit mean for the world? tions Security Council. Indeed, drug trafficking has ment of the region. By Askar Nursha regarding the maintenance of the indicator that pragmatism has pre- strategic partnership course in the vailed in the new administration’s When the U.S. President Donald U.S. policy and that the U.S. will not be Trump arrived on an official visit To give a new impetus to rela- able to keep away from the Middle to Riyadh on May 20, Saudi Ara- tions with the U.S., the King of Eat processes. bia became the first country cho- Saudi Arabia, in turn, appointed It is obvious that this is for the Switching to Latin will sen by the American leader for a his son Prince Khaled bin Salman better. Since the U.S. withdrawal, foreign trip as the U.S. President. bin Abdulaziz as Ambassador to due to its huge involvement, can It is generally considered that the cause destabilisation leading to a choice of a Muslim state and the vacuum of force. facilitate development Middle East region – and Riyadh At the same time, countries of e are living in an increasingly glo- ing the Latin alphabet. It is, therefore, completely in the region – for the first foreign the region themselves should bear balised and interconnected world. understandable that Kazakhstan, a country that is tour is unprecedented and is worth greater responsibility for keep- Advancements in technology and keen to enhance its international business and in- special attention. ing regional security and fighting transportation have made the planet vestment reputation, is looking to adopt measures This visit gained more weight in terrorism within their states. The smaller,W making it easier for people from all cor- that ensure its modernisation and competitiveness. the international arena due to the U.S., in turn, as Trump’s speech ners of the world to engage and communicate with This move should be welcomed by businesspeo- Arab Islamic American Summit in shows, is ready to help them in this each other over great distances. ple and investors, both in Kazakhstan and globally. Riyadh as recognition of the stra- direction making partnership in The spread of the English language, which has Switching to the Latin alphabet will undoubtedly tegic significance of the dialogue counteracting terrorism one of the essentially become a global language, has also lead to more commercial cooperation between with the Muslim world in the U.S. Askar Nursha cornerstones of interaction with made communication easier among countries from Kazakhstan and other nations. Looking region- foreign policy strategy and clear the U.S. The fact that the new am- countries of the region. different continents. Indeed, in today’s world it is ally, the change will also bring Kazakh in line with aspiration of the new U.S. admin- bassador used to be a pilot in the It seems that the Muslim world essential for any nation that wants to prosper to other Turkic languages, such as those spoken in istration to deepen interaction with Saudi Arabian Air Force and par- will appreciate the idea expressed promote the use of certain languages and alpha- Turkey, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan, which all use Saudi Arabia as a major element of ticipated in operations against the in Trump’s speech that victims of bets. the Latin alphabet. It is also expected to make it the American strategy in the Mid- Daesh terrorist group also speaks terrorism are themselves Muslim Latin is the most widely used alphabetic writing easier for international investors to do business in dle East. about the direction of the develop- and the U.S. is not going to “lec- system in the world. It is used by approximately Kazakhstan, which will contribute to the overall Against the background of ment of bilateral relations. ture” and “tell other people how to 70 percent of all countries, making it an essential development of the nation and increase the stand- strong criticism regarding the Trump’s speech in Saudi Ara- live, what to do, who to be, or how part of communicating across the globe, especially ard of living of its citizens. Middle East policy of the previous bia is being compared with the to worship.” in terms of technology, business, science and Switching to the Latin alphabet also facilitates administration, President Trump Cairo speech his predecessor It is apparent that the fight education. Currently many databases and software President Nazarbayev’s initiative to promote the made several important statements made in June 2009. Both speech- against terrorism in the region is programmes don’t support the Cyrillic text, mak- English language in Kazakhstan, especially among during his presidential campaign es are considered to be milestone impossible without broad interac- ing it very difficult for IT and technology experts. the younger generation, to ensure that they can that made experts talk about pos- statements to the Muslim world. tion between the U.S. and Saudi On a practical level, those of us who use the Latin compete globally. Proficiency in this language is sible revision and review of U.S. However, it should be noted that Arabia. The biggest arms deal in alphabet to type on smartphones will know how growing quickly. The most recent census data indi- foreign policy approaches in the Obama’s speech in Cairo did not the recent history of two countries less cumbersome it is to use than Cyrillic. cated that 1.9 million Kazakhs understand English, region. Moreover, there were as- meet expectations in the Mus- shows that the U.S. is on the way The timing seemed right for President Nursultan with around half of those speaking it. It’s a good sumptions in the expert communi- lim world. This resulted from, towards deepening relations with Nazarbayev to publish an article in a state news- start but to enhance Kazakhstan’s competiveness ty that the U.S. could cut down its among others, many reasonable Saudi Arabia in the military and paper on April 12, renewing his earlier pledge of a in the global market even further, this number will activity because of enhanced isola- causes and processes that were political sphere and this coopera- switchover of the Kazakh language from Cyrillic need to increase. tion trends in the American policy. beyond the control or influence tion is aimed at, at least, Trump’s to the Latin alphabet by 2025. It followed consid- It should also be noted that Kazakhstan previ- Criticism regarding Saudi Ara- of the previous administration. presidential term. erable discussions about switching to the Latin al- ously used the Latin alphabet between 1929 and bia in the American Congress They included the Arab Spring Trump brings to the U.S. not phabet that have been ongoing in Kazakhstan ever 1940. Nevertheless, it is understandable that some have also had a negative influence developments leading to chang- only the arms deal but also a stabil- since the country became independent in 1991. people in Kazakhstan, especially the older genera- on bilateral relations. In autumn es in political regimes in several ity of jobs and new ones for Amer- Indeed, according to a recent Newsweek report, tion, are anxious about how switching back to the 2016, the U.S. Congress over- key countries of the region. They ican workers that will be interpret- the assessment of Camilla Hagelund of risk analyt- Latin alphabet will affect their day-to-day lives. rode the veto of President Barack also included further destabi- ed by Washington and presented to ics firm Verisk Maplecroft, was that the initiative It is, therefore, the right decision that the switch Obama on a bill providing fami- lisation in the Middle East and the American electorate as another “reflects the public mood” in the country. will be a gradual process to ensure that everyone lies of those who had died in the growth of terrorism and reli- achievement of the administration Earlier this year, President Nazarbayev an- is able to adapt to the changes at a steady pace and Sept. 11 attacks with the right to gious extremism. They includ- aimed at the protection of national nounced the Third Modernisation of Kazakhstan, inter-generational connections are not lost. As per file a lawsuit against Saudi Arabia. ed the crisis in Syria. All these interests of the country. which involves creating a new model of economic President Nazarbayev’s suggestion, help will be These jeopardised bilateral rela- factors led to a growth of criti- On the margins of the summit, growth that will ensure the country’s global com- given by specialists to those who do not yet use tions since official Riyadh, in turn, cism towards U.S. actions in the Kazakh President Nursultan Naz- petitiveness and help Kazakhstan join the top 30 the Latin alphabet. In addition, a working group threatened to apply retaliation Middle East and North Africa arbayev met with Trump to discuss most-developed countries by 2050. The President with the participation of experts in the field of measures impacting the American and weariness of the American bilateral cooperation. The fact that stated that these large-scale reforms should be linguistics has been set up by the Ministry of Edu- economy. society from military activities they met despite the busy schedule complemented with advanced modernisation of cation to ensure that the transition runs smoothly That is why Trump’s visit to in the region and the burden of of the summit attests to a mutual Kazakhstan’s national identity, which will provide until 2025. To reflect its popularity of use, the Saudi Arabia was expected first war expenditure in the country’s interest in contacts between the the core for political and economic development. Russian language will remain one of the official to clarify the situation regarding budget. As a result, appeals for two countries. This meeting is im- It is, therefore, logical that the President has languages in Kazakhstan, as noted by the Kazakh priorities and focuses the Ameri- leaving the region became more portant in the development of bi- decided that now is the right time to begin the pro- leader recently. can administration plans to at- frequent in the U.S. lateral relations. cess of switching the Kazakh language from Cyril- Kazakhstan has always championed increased tach in relations with countries The anti-Iran direction in the lic to the Latin alphabet. There is a strong case to regional and global integration. Enhanced coop- of the region. From this perspec- Trump’s speech is at odds with The author is PhD in History, be made that this switch will bring more economic eration in the fields of commerce, business and tive, Trump’s visit and agreements Obama’s course, so the U.S. and Chief of the Almaty Office of the development to the country and help consolidate diplomacy will contribute to creating a stable and reached during the trip sent an im- Saudi Arabia have more in com- Institute of World Economy and Kazakhstan’s integration into the global economy. prospering world where everyone benefits. Switch- portant signal expected in Riyadh mon here as well. Politics under the Foundation of This is essential in today’s world. International ing to the Latin alphabet is an important step in and a message to the power circles The outcomes of Trump’s visit the First President of the Repub- businesses and financial exchanges take place us- this direction for Kazakhstan. of Saudi Arabia and its neighbours to Saudi Arabia are an important lic of Kazakhstan.

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The epic narrations of founder and first president of the Kazakhstan PEN Club Abdi-Zhamil Nurpeissov, Nation’s spiritual renewal will be supported “Blood and Sweat” and “Final Re- spects,” which address mankind’s ac- tions in the 20th century, have been translated into 35 languages. New by all society, scholar believes editions of “Final Respects” have pen, Zhambyl’s penetrating lines, the more active. Newspapers started pub- Through the initiative of a number been published in Russia, and now By Natalya Gaponova magic sounds of Kurmangazy and the lishing in Kazakh, Russian, Ukraini- of diplomatic missions of Kazakh- both books have been published in eternal call of Aruah are only a part of an, Polish, English, German, Korean, stan, the embassies in Turkey and English. Well-known world newspa- ALMATY – Culture and spiritu- our spiritual culture.” The “Antholo- Uzbek, Uighur, Turkish and other Poland published “Kunge Ushkan pers The Washington Post and The ality are the life of the people, their gy of Kazakh Music” in eight books, languages. Theatre and music perfor- Sunkar” in the Turkish and Kazakh New York Times both covered the mind and heart, their past, present published first by the Institute within mances appeared on the stages of na- languages and “Kyz Zhibek,” “Kob- publications. French literary critic and future, says Kazakh National the framework of the Cultural Herit- tional theatres; ethnic schools started landy Batyr,” and Kazakh folk tales Albert Fischler called the works of Academy of Science corresponding age programme under the manage- functioning in places of compact resi- in Polish. In South Korea, in Korean Nurpeissov “a great historical fresco” member and Mukhtar Auezov In- ment of Doctor of Art History Sarah dence of ethnic minorities. and English, the epics “Kozy-Kor- acquainting readers with the ancient stitute of Literature and Art Director Kuzembai, is an original dialogue The cultural code of the people of pesh – Bayan-Sulu,” “Kyz Zhibek,” and complex history of the Kazakh Ualikhan Kalizhanov. Ualikhan Kalizhanov with the past and a spiritual testament Kazakhstan is reflected in contempo- “Kambar Batyr” and fairy tales have people. to descendants, the opening of new rary literature and art. Kazakhstan is been published. In his article “Course towards the contribution to the development of angles of the original centuries-long a common motherland for everyone In the Kasachiche Bibliothek se- Tell us about well-received anthol- future: modernisation of Kazakh- world civilisation. The works of the culture of the Kazakh people. who lives in this land. The authors ries, works by Abai and prose by ogies of modern Kazakh literature stan’s identity,” President Nursultan geniuses of the steppe gave impetus No modernisation can take place of works, regardless of nationality, Mukhtar Auezov, Ilyas Esenberlin, published in English. Nazarbayev has outlined ambitious to the Renaissance in Europe. Today, without preserving the national cul- are characterised by a very personal, Tahawi Akhtanov, Abish Kekilbayev, The publication of the anthologies tasks for scientists, cultural figures the names of Navoi, Nizami, Mag- ture. “A special attitude towards our emotional attitude to their homeland. Moris Simashko, Gerold Belger, “The Stories of the Great Steppe” and and intellectuals. tumguli, Abai, Nazim Hikmet, Gab- native land, its culture, customs and The artistic concept of “My Kazakh- Valery Mikhailov and many other “Summer Evening, Prairie Night, Modernisation of public con- dulla Tukay, Chingiz Aitmatov, Abdi- traditions is the most important fea- stan” in a number of ethnic literatures authors were published in German. Land of Golden Wheat. The Outside sciousness will become the core of Zhamil Nurpeissov and many other ture of patriotism. This is the basis is reflected as the Eurasian cultural Great assistance in helping the Ka- World in Kazakh Literature” was a the ongoing political and economic poets and writers became symbols of of the cultural and genetic code that and aesthetic mentality. zakh embassy staff publish this series joint project of the Ministry of Edu- transformations. In Kazakhstan, the Turkic literature. Their heritage still makes any nation a nation and not a Literature continues to play an im- was provided by an old friend of our cation and Science, the Embassy of cultural and spiritual heritage of the continues to be studied. collection of individuals,” says Naz- portant role in the development of institute: publisher, writer and trans- Kazakhstan in the United States, Co- people is systematically studied and arbayev. The head of state also notes: modern national identity. The new- lator Leonhard Kossuth. It is thanks lumbia University and the Auezov promoted. The golden age of studying Ka- “Even largely modernised societies est literature of Kazakhstan is dis- to him that Abai was first pronounced Institute of Literature and Art. Ac- Since 2004, the state Madeni Mura zakh literature is associated with contain codes of culture, the origins tinguished by the variety of topics, in German. cording to American scientists Rob- (Cultural Heritage) programme has the period of independence. What of which go back to the past. The first the richness of poetics and style. The Abai’s poetic collections were ert Gutmann and Paul Michael Tay- allowed, in particular, to return the projects are implemented by your condition for a new type of moderni- national literature of the sovereign published in Belarusian, translated by lor, “The Stories of the Great Steppe” manuscript collections of literary institute? sation is the preservation of its cul- republic over the past 25 years has Mykola Metlitsky; in Polish, trans- help readers take “an intellectual and heritage, published in the 19th-20th There is great importance of ture, its own national code.” been enriched with significant poetic lated by Raissa Yukhnevich; and in literary journey to Kazakhstan” and centuries in the Arabic, Latin and folklore, literature and art in the and prosaic works in which the pres- Korean, translated by Kim Ben Hak. open to the English-speaking reader Old Turkic alphabets, the texts of development of modern national Could you please explain the ervation of national identity, the im- The institute has published a scien- “the new world of Central Asian lit- folklore that had not been published consciousness. Thus, the publica- meaning of the cultural code con- portance of historical continuity and tific collection, “Abai Kunanbayev’s erature – the diversity of culture and earlier. Only scientists understand tion of the classic works of Kazakh cept which is actively used nowa- ethnic memory are revealed through Creativity in Foreign Presentations,” the multilingualism of Kazakhstan.” the efforts spent to study the texts, scholars of the past years enriched days? the strengthening of ethnic motives. which demonstrates the popularity of The book is used as a teaching aid restore the names of religious and our science and was really embod- The cultural code of the nation is The authors of the monographs “Lit- the great Abai in different countries. in universities in the United States historical personalities, tale-tellers, ied in the Gylymi Kazyna (Schol- the key to understanding this type of erature of the People of Kazakhstan” The institute promotes the best where Kazakhstan and Kazakh cul- copyists and folklorists, clarify geo- arly Wealth) project finished by the culture, since it incorporates unique and “Modern Literature of the People examples of modern national cul- ture is studied. graphical names, compose various institute. It is important to show cultural features that are transmit- of Kazakhstan examined the national ture and literature to the rest of the Since ancient times, the nomads versions of texts and write scientific the way the ideas of independence ted from its ancestors. The cultural literature of the republic as a single world. With the support of the Inter- have developed their own specific opinions and explanations for the were formed under conditions of code defines the people’s psychology community. national Fund for Humanitarian Co- vision of the relationship between unique corpus of Kazakh folklore sovereignty, the way we overcame and consciousness. In world history, In general, the study of the cultural operation of the Commonwealth of man and nature. “Summer Evening, “Babalar Sozi” in 100 volumes. I the obstacles of censorship and in accordance with the epoch, the code of the people of Kazakhstan Independent States, the volumes “A Prairie Night, Land of Golden Wheat. was a witness and participant in the ideological dictate. In the series state policy and the level of culture, remains one of the key moments in Song is Singing Under the Dombra. The Outside World in Kazakh Lit- preparation of the last 20 volumes of “Classical Studies,” the works of the role of socio-cultural codes gets understanding the essence of a par- Folklore and Literary Monuments of erature,” which includes works by this project; I lived each one through Russian scientists, Russian orien- transformed, but they preserve their ticular person and nation in the new Kazakhstan,” “The Heavens Above 19th and 20th century authors, al- my heart. This publication will make talists, folklorists and collectors of identity and national features. millennium. My Head. Folklore and Literary lows us to see how environmental a significant contribution to the re- the musical heritage of the Kazakh The cultural code of the people of Monuments of Kazakhstan,” and issues have evolved and become newal of national consciousness, people are returning to modernity; Kazakhstan is original and unique, as The President proposed launch- “Under the Sail of the Eternal Sky” better understood, and how the study spirit and culture. they are gaining new life. are the culture and literature of ethnic ing a project called “Modern Ka- were published in the Classic Litera- of the problem of “man and nature” The Great Steppe survived both Speaking about preserving the na- groups inhabiting our republic. The zakh culture in the global world.” ture of the CIS series. Editions were has developed. The reader finds in the times of great prosperity and the tional identity, the President stressed: literary process of Kazakhstan at the The Institute of Literature and Art presented in the Sorbonne and in Vi- the works of Kazakh authors, from burden of turbulent times. Al-Farabi, “Our national traditions and customs, present stage undoubtedly has a com- has experience cooperating with enna and Berlin, and transferred to Abai to Olzhas Suleimenov and from Mahmud al-Kashgari, Balasaguni, language and music, literature and mon unifying principle. In the first translators and publishing works the Sorbonne library. This will help Mukhtar Auezov to Satimzhan San- Al-Khorezmi, Ibn-Sina, Yassawi wedding ceremonies – in a word, the half of the 1990s Kazakhstan expe- of Kazakh cultural heritage abroad. European researchers get acquainted bayev, pictures of the traditional way and Ulykbek, who lived in different national spirit – must remain with us rienced a literary boom, the creative What has already been done in this with the rich literary heritage of Ka- of life, historical events, landscape epochs, have made an invaluable forever. Abai’s wisdom, Auezov’s activity of poets and writers became direction? zakhstan and CIS countries. descriptions and so on. Study will examine aspects of sacred places state. If people consider a certain historians and scientists, as well “In general, the project provides jects. Those must be natural By Malika Orazgaliyeva place sacred, it will be sacred as those who have something to a five-year budget. The list of sa- and landscape objects, archaeo- regardless of the government say,” Director of the Research cred places will be determined logical and architectural monu- ASTANA – A large-scale expe- orders. We need to find out why Centre named Sacred Kazakhstan by the end of the year. In the ments, revered religious objects dition of scientists and local histo- the people consider a certain site Berik Abdygaliuly informed, ac- framework of this programme, in or sacred places associated with rians incorporated by the project sacred and visit it. … There are cording to kazinfom.kz. five years it is planned to publish historical personalities and po- called Sacred Map of Kazakhstan different places in every region. The main operator of the project books, albums, produce films and litical events. According to the is planning to gather information We will announce the results of is the National Museum of Ka- develope the routes to the objects ministry’s information, this year from Kazakhs living in differ- our expedition afterwards. The zakhstan. The centre is also cre- included in the list of sacred plac- the project will also conduct ent regions concerning the sacred expedition will start in a month. ated on its basis. The centre will es,” Abdygaliuly said. scientific research and field ex- places. By the end of the summer, we be engaged directly in methodo- The Kazakh Ministry of Cul- peditions in southern, northern, “The status of sacred place is will have an exact number. The logical support of the Atlas of the ture and Sports clarified the eastern, western, central and Berik Abdygaliuly determined by people, not by the expedition team includes local Sacred Sites of Kazakhstan. criteria of selecting sacred ob- south-eastern Kazakhstan. Kazakhstan and Portugal: prospects of bilateral relations The two countries have set up equally impressive results in areas November 6-9, 2017, Lisbon will by more than 50 Portuguese speak- By Adelino Da Silva diplomatic representations in both like water and waste management host the Web Summit (www.web- ers from different nationalities, in- capitals and a number of bilateral as well as sustainable construction summit2017.org) the largest event cluding many Kazakhs. In Astana, More than 7,000 km of road sepa- agreements are being negotiated. to name just a few. There’s ample of its kind, attended by participants it is possible to attend Portuguese rate Astana from Lisbon, one capital These should contribute to creating a knowledge in Portuguese compa- from all over the world, including classes at the Centre for Latin Lan- situated in the heart of the Eurasian framework for increased and mutual- nies, state institutions and academia Kazakhstan. Portugal is open to in- guages ”Salud”, 61/1 Kenessary landmass, the other at its western- ly beneficial institutional cooperation than can be useful to Kazakhstan in ternational business and we actively Avenue, +7 7015210358, valeriy. most tip, facing the Atlantic Ocean. between state entities. They should its efforts to meet greenhouse emis- welcome Kazakh investment in [email protected]. As it would be expected in such cir- also have positive repercussions in sions goals and develop the “green these and other domains. A picture of bilateral relations cumstances, relations between the facilitating increased economic ties, economy” sector. In 1498, Vasco da Gama first would be incomplete without a men- two countries, throughout history, a development that both sides wish Lisbon had the honour of host- reached India by sea, setting in mo- tion of the expat communities. There have been very limited. Even when non-proliferation to the primacy of to see happening. ing EXPO 1998 and we remember tion a process that saw trade between are less than 20 Portuguese citizens the two nations played key roles in international law. Finding ways of Current levels of bilateral trade fondly that Kazakhstan was, on that Europe and Asia shift largely away in Kazakhstan, myself included, but earlier stages of the phenomenon we working together while remaining and investment are not very high but occasion, present for the first time as from the Silk Road to the newly we all feel welcome in this coun- today call globalisation – Kazakhs faithful to their specific international they do exist: it is possible today in an independent nation in an event of established maritime route. Today, try and the experience of living and connecting East and West through engagements means that both coun- the main supermarkets and shopping this kind. Although it was not pos- Kazakhstan and Portugal are not working in the heart of Central Asia the Silk Road; Portuguese doing the tries can contribute positively to fos- malls in Kazakhstan to find Portu- sible for Portugal to have a national competitors but rather complement is a source of considerable personal same through their maritime voy- ter understanding, decrease tensions guese wine, clothing, shoes, ceram- pavilion in EXPO 2017 – Future En- each other as major hubs, Kazakh- and professional fulfilment for all of ages – there were no truly direct in- and address pressing problems that ics and other products; Portugal is ergy, we fully support this initiative stan connecting all parts of Eurasia us. In Portugal, on the other hand, teractions between them. require global solutions. an importer of Kazakh oil and other and will be actively involved in it in through the most direct routes and the Kazakh community is some- Today, however, circumstances Portugal is a proud member state commodities; and a number of Por- different ways, including through the Portugal playing an important role in what larger – almost 3,000 people are different, and there are encour- of the EU (since 1986) and of the tuguese companies have successful- participation of leading Portuguese linking it to Africa and the Americas. – present in many different walks of aging signs of growing bilateral Eurozone and the Schengen area ly established themselves in Kazakh- experts in conferences and seminars Learning Portuguese – a language life and actively contributing to my cooperation. These, of course, have (since their establishment). We be- stan in sectors such as architectural on subjects related to engineering spoken by more than 250 million country’s future. a lot to do with Kazakhstan’s suc- lieve deeply in the virtues of stronger projects, IT, construction, office fur- and sustainable energy. Portuguese people worldwide – can open up op- Those wishing to know more cess in fostering development since cooperation between the EU and Ka- niture, etc. The potential is there for companies are building a total of portunities to work and do business about Portugal can start by consult- the country’s independence and its zakhstan and are committed to the more to be done in both directions. four pavilions at Astana’s EXPO. not only in Portugal, but in countries ing the following websites (available growing affirmation in the interna- ongoing efforts to ensure adequate Just in order to leave some con- Portugal’s tourism sector is boom- like Brazil, the largest market in in several languages, including Rus- tional scene. In recent years, our two implementation of the Enhanced crete examples let me underline that ing, creating many opportunities for Latin America and a growing global sian): www.portugalglobal.pt, www. countries have found that they can Cooperation and Partnership Agree- Portugal is a leading nation in the foreign investors in areas like real player, and emerging countries in Af- visitportugal.com work effectively together within in- ment. In our view, increased EU- development of renewable energy estate, hotels, tourism-related ser- rica, like Angola and Mozambique. ternational multilateral organizations Kazakhstan relations represent a with more than 60 percent of our vices, etc. Portugal is a country of On May 5, the “Day of the Por- The author is Charge d’affaires like the UN and OSCE, promot- major contribution for Kazakhstan’s needs consistently being met from early adopters of new technologies tuguese Language” was for the first of Portugal in Kazakhstan. Por- ing shared goals and principles, in success in its well-conceived multi- renewable sources, including hy- and is fast becoming noted for its time celebrated in Astana with a tugal marks its national day on a wide range of areas from nuclear vector foreign policy. dro, wind and solar power and with innovative start-up companies. On literary and musical soirée attended June 10. A8 CENTRAL ASIA

WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 Central Asian integration: more real than ever?

Shavkat Mirziyoyev (L) and Nursultan Nazarbayev in South Kazakhstan. Shavkat Mirziyoyev (L) and Gurbanguly Berdimukhamedov in Ashgabat. Gurbanguly Berdimukhamedov (L) and Nursultan Nazarbayev in Astana. been increased, and increasingly big players as Russia to the north, He argued the region has the poten- logistics system, because one way ous challenges, emanating both from By Dmitry Lee productive visits and contacts be- China to the east and Iran and Tur- tial to be a greater force in world or another all routes, including the within and outside the region. They tween the leaders of Uzbekistan key to the west – has found itself politics and economy. To this day, air routes, cross the region.” include but are not limited to the is- ASTANA – Numerous inter- and Turkmenistan, as well as be- in a difficult situation. With the dis- numerous international experts Kushkumbayev believes all sues of environment, a tense water national leaders, experts, and tween Uzbekistan and other nations integration of the USSR, each state agree the region needs a collective states are interested in having a and energy situation, rising levels environmentalists have been in the region. was thrown into economic turmoil, approach in dealing with regional transparent, efficient and mutually- of labour migration, corruption, to promoting Central Asian inte- Many inside and outside Central only finding footing closer to the security issues, especially the water beneficial formula of water resourc- name but a few. The risk of destabi- gration for decades. However, Asia view these recent develop- 2000s. scarcity problems. es distribution. lisation in Afghanistan, the threat of all such initiatives, one way or ments as a hopeful sign of progress Today, Central Asia, rich Regional security is guaranteed “So, the upstream states like Kyr- ISIS and its fighters seeking to return in natural resources is being in- by the Collective Security Treaty tertwined in the global political Organisation (CSTO). Russia, its games. Russia is keeping tabs on largest member with the largest the region for security and econom- military, has been renewing mili- ic reasons, also relying on the cheap tary supply agreements with the labour coming from the area. China countries of Central Asia and the has been interested in constructing former Soviet Union, obviously not gas and oil pipelines and connect- for free, but by promising to gift ing to Europe by building transport some units in the future. routes through the region and seek- While CSTO vows security, ing an alternative to sea routes. The however, the water scarcity chal- United States, Europe and Japan lenge remains on top of the agenda. are interested in the area’s natural It continues to escalate each year resources. Turkey shares a remi- and experts are worried the crisis niscent heritage and language with could spark a new “cold war” in the Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmen- region. In addition, China is con- istan and Uzbekistan, as does Iran tributing to the situation by reduc- Almazbek Atambayev (L) and Shavkat Mirziyoyev in Tashkent. with Tajikistan. The Middle East ing water levels each year to rivers L-R: Emomali Rahmon, Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Nursultan Nazarbayev in Riyadh. is connected through religion, for flowing into Central Asia. another, have not come to frui- in regional cooperation and, per- all five states are secular, but with So, where could the five states be- gyzstan and Tajikistan would have to the region, drug trafficking, and a tion. Until now. haps, integration after a decades- Muslim-majority populations. gin their long-awaited integration, their own certain rights and liabili- new and unpredictable geopolitical To many observers, the election long stalemate and failed attempts. Since the September 11, 2001 ter- seemingly the strongly-desired goal ties, while the downstream states environment in Eurasia – all this puts of the new President in Uzbekistan Few now remember that back in rorist attack, the U.S. and North At- but with no clear first steps? The – Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and under serious test the resilience and last December and a diplomatic 1994, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan lantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) question hits stalwart arguments Uzbekistan – could use the resource stability of the entire region. outreach he made to the neighbour- signed an agreement to establish have used Central Asian air bases when it touches base with the very for the irrigational period,” he said. Kazakhstan’s UN Security Coun- ing states in the early weeks and the Central Asian Union (CAU), in their fight against terrorism. In different levels of economic and Speaking of the first possible cil non-permanent membership in months of his administration her- which Kyrgyzstan joined later the the past few decades, there have political development. steps of integration, he used an ex- 2017-2018 provides a timely plat- alded a fresh start. same year. In 1998, the CAU was also been ongoing conflicts in the Experts at Kazakhstan’s Institute ample of the first steps of integra- form not only for bringing the focus This spring alone has seen an reformed into the Central Asian North Caucasus, and, of course, Af- for Strategic Studies believe that al- tion by the European Union (EU) to the problems and the geostrate- intensive schedule of mutual high- Economic Union (CAEU) with the ghanistan – with threats of religious though talks of integration are pre- soon after World War II. Kushkum- gic importance of the region but level visits, including two visits by addition of Tajikistan. Four years extremism and ISIS forces increas- mature, a tight collaboration in key bayev suggested Central Asia could also an opportunity for the Central Uzbek President Shavkat Mirzi- later, the CAEU became the Organ- ingly present on the borders with areas could significantly ease some use EU’s decades-old formula to Asian states to speak clearly, with yoyev to Kazakhstan, a state visit isation of Central Asian Coopera- Central Asian countries. of the tensions. address the water scarcity issue. urgency, and with one voice. by Turkmen President Gurbanguly tion (OCAC), which was integrated More than a decade ago, Winfried “Central Asia has a great poten- “The EU started from fundamen- The winds of change blow- Berdimukhamedov to Kazakhstan, into the Eurasian Economic Com- Schneider-Deters, then-coordinator tial in the transport and logistics tal unions such as coal and steel and ing through the region today offer and a visit by Kazakh President munity (EEC) in 2005. Yet, the five of the Friedrich Ebert Foundation area,” said Sanat Kushkumbayev, Euroatom, when all member-states enough reasons for guarded op- Nursultan Nazarbayev to Kyr- Central Asian countries continued in Central Asia and the Caucasus, deputy director of the institution, had an equal and fair access to vital timism and a basis to believe that gyzstan, resulting in a package of to go their own separate ways. noted the “need to establish a joint in an interview with The Astana resources,” he said. Central Asians will be able to har- important political and economic Each country in the region – col- economic space and joint security Times. “Among the top priorities is Today Central Asia has a rare ness these winds of change to take accords. Elsewhere, there have lectively sandwiched between such space” for the Central Asian states. building an effective transport and chance to unite in the face of seri- them in the direction they aspire.

ficking. Regional border guards, law enforcement agencies and drug con- trol agencies need cooperation and Regional parliaments seek peacebuilding, coordination of actions. This cannot be provided without an appropriate regulatory framework,” he said. Afghan Wolesi Jirga (National As- joint anti-terrorist efforts sembly) member Abdul Qader Zazai “The situation in Afghanistan noted countries have to stand togeth- By Zhanna Shayakhmetova plays a special role in ensuring long- er against the ideology and culture term stability and security for the of terrorism and against those who ASTANA – A model of a regional countries of our region. It will be im- sponsor and equip these groups. zone of peace, security and coopera- possible to ensure long-term stability “Tackling this issue is not com- tion can be developed on the basis in the region without a solution to the plicated; it requires the political will of a harmonious combination of Afghan issue, without the integration and struggle of the regional states for the interests of all involved Central of this country into the regional pro- bringing peace, stability and prosper- Asian countries, said Mazhilis (low- cess in Central Asia,” he said. ity to the region and to all human- er chamber of Parliament) Chairper- He emphasised the role of parlia- ity. All these issues need collective

son Nurlan Nigmatulin. He spoke on ments in solving the most important parlam.kz. Photo credit: measures and the request of a strong, the role of parliaments in legislative tasks in the mechanisms of ensur- interregional counterterrorism strat- support for cooperation and regional ing national and international secu- counteraction to these phenomena is enhancing the regional dialogue that law, order, defence and security egy,” he said. security at the May 25 international rity. The Kazakh Parliament aims to impossible without close interaction would help reduce social and eco- chairperson Jurakhon Majidzoda. Zazai proposed developing a strat- roundtable in the capital. provide legislative support for the with neighbouring countries and in- nomic problems, solve water-energy “Tajikistan consistently and ag- egy which should be collectively The event, organised by the Mazhi- regional and global security strat- ternational partners,” said Nigmatu- and other issues,” he said. gressively advocates for collective focused on combating terrorism, fi- lis in cooperation with the Collective egy set by President Nursultan Naz- lin. Official visits and high-level meet- efforts in the field of maintaining nancing terrorism and drug traffick- Security Treaty Organisation Parlia- arbayev. The spread of religious extrem- ings of Central Asian heads of state regional and global security and par- ing. mentary Assembly (CSTO PA), was New global security challenges ism and terrorism, drug trafficking in 2016-2017 significantly contribut- ticipates in the coalition against ter- “The strategy needs to be reflected held under the auspices of the 25th in the world and the Central Asian and illegal migration were named ed to regional relations. Nazarbayev rorism,” he said. at the national level and with rel- anniversary of the signing of the Col- region require the special attention among the serious threats to the re- visited Uzbekistan last year several Majidzoda added there is a need evant laws. The strategy may have lective Security Treaty and the 10th of CSTO country parliamentarians. gion’s security. These challenges and times and Uzbek President Shavkat for a coordinated international crimi- long term planning along with inter- anniversary of the CSTO PA. Their cooperation allows providing threats require “closer cooperation in Mirziyoyev travelled to Kazakh- nal and legal policy at the level of the national accountability. I request all New ways to strengthen coopera- legislative support for international consolidating the political and eco- stan in March and April of this year. CSTO Interparliamentary Assembly, to take concrete steps on these issues tion between the parliaments were out- processes, taking into account na- nomic potential of the countries of Turkmenistan President Gurbanguly Council of Heads of State, European of regional security and cooperate. I lined at the event. The representatives tional interests and strengthening the the region to solve key problems and Berdymukhammedov visited Ka- Union and UN to combat interna- request the honourable members of agreed to develop a legislative base for independence and security of each ensure stability in Central Asia,” he zakhstan in April, while the Kazakh tional terrorism. Similarly, he spoke parliaments of various nations [pre- regional cooperation and spoke of the country. added. President went to Bishkek earlier this of the need to develop the legisla- sent here] today to raise this issue need to approve the signed agreements The Kazakh Parliament has rati- Central Asia should not become a spring. tive base to expand international and of terrorism in your respective par- in parliaments expeditiously to ensure fied 38 international treaties as part field of global rivalry, Kazakh Dep- There have also been a string of interstate cooperation between law liaments and academic institutions. security in the region. The important of CSTO, 17 agreements as part of uty Minister of Foreign Affairs Ro- visits between other Central Asian enforcement bodies and a strategy Let’s work hard together to bring role of CSTO PA inter-parliamentary the Shanghai Cooperation Organi- man Vassilenko said in his remarks. states. to combat terrorism at the state level and keep security and stability in the cooperation and the cooperation of in- sation and three international agree- The countries are able to prevent new “The positive trend of intrare- with legal norms and methodologi- whole region and to save our people ternational organisation deputies was ments as part of the Conference on geopolitical fault lines in the region. gional visits and intensification of cal actions. and nation from terror attacks,” he also specified. Interaction and Confidence-Building “There is a need to work purpose- the dialogue between our neighbours Kyrgyz Zhogorku Kenesh (Su- said in an emotional speech. Nigmatulin said Central Asia is Measures in Asia. fully within the region and outside is of special importance,” said Vas- preme Council) Member of Budget “Kazakhstan now has very good one of the main priorities of Kazakh- “We can achieve significant suc- it to preserve and develop a con- silenko. and Finances Committee Mura- security and it will be a good exam- stan’s activities as a non-permanent cess in solving any problems only structive and neutral to international Transnational and organised crime dyl Mademinov noted cooperation ple for other countries to use this ex- member of the United Nations Se- through close cooperation and col- conflicts area, to build a favourable as a manifestation of the new chal- among the parliaments plays an perience,” he added. curity Council. The country intends lective efforts. This is especially im- atmosphere in the region on the basis lenges and threats to regional and important role and the meeting is a During the event, the CSTO par- to actively work to promote the in- portant when the risks of strengthen- of the win-win approach and avoid- global security have become some of good platform to discuss topical is- liamentarians, international experts terests of all the states in the region ing crisis phenomena in our region ing zero-sum games. We believe that the main factors of deteriorating po- sues. and representatives of international in ensuring its stability and security, still remain relevant. All current the best way to ensure the long-term litical and socio-economic stability “No country can fight against drug organisations discussed issues of ex- strengthening cooperation and pro- threats and challenges are of a trans- stability and sustainable develop- in society, said Tajik Majlisi Namoy- trafficking independently. We call panding relations and strengthening moting its growth and development. boundary nature; therefore, effective ment of Central Asia is to continue andagon Majlisi Oli committee on for joint efforts to fight drug traf- interparliamentary interaction. B Nation&Capital

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PEOPLE CULTURE SPORTS Kazakh scientist develops Four Kazakh singers to participate Kazakh archers beat South Korean refinement system for polluting in Placido Domingo Operalia during Olympic champions in first stage of emissions B2 EXPO 2017 B3 2017 Hyundai Archery World Cup B7 Social entrepreneurship develops in May 31 marks Karaganda, bringing help to the needy Kazakh Day

By Zhazira Dyussembekova

ASTANA – Radost, (“Joy”), a of Remembrance charity shop in Karaganda, is one dren were found in the streets be- of the brightest examples of so- By Kamila Zhumabayeva cause their parents couldn’t feed cial entrepreneurship in the coun- them,” he said. try. Its founder, Meruyert Argim- ASTANA – Since 1997, May 31 Personal family stories have bayeva, started her business more has been marked as Kazakhstan’s been passed from generation to than three years ago. She still puts Day of Remembrance of Victims generation. Walking dozens, hun- all her efforts towards develop- of Political Repression and Hun- dreds of kilometres through the ing direction in her region and is ger to honour those who were lost steppes, people lost their family referred to as the heart, soul and through 20th century repression members, sisters, brothers, moth- brain of the project on the shop’s and starvation in the country. ers and fathers one-by-one to star- Facebook page.  Joseph Stalin’s policies of vation and death. After being left “Radost is a traditional charity collectivisation caused the great alone, victims were eventually shop. We receive items from the famine of 1931-1933, one of the forced to do any job, even if that people, almost everything except saddest and most influential events meant a 6-year-old child working books and audio and video produc- in recent history. Described as the at a construction site to survive af- tion. Then, we sort them. Mostly, “Kazakh catastrophe” by English- ter his or her family had died. second-hand items are in good American historian and poet Rob- “After going through such an condition, including bed linens, ert Conquest, the nation’s famine ordeal, people of those years and towels, medicaments and dishes of 1932–1933 was part of the So- many generations following were distributed for free. Radost cov- viet starvation. brought up to not waste food, of ers a few thousand families in the According to some estimates, course,” said Serikov. Karaganda region. approximately one million peo- The Great Purge or the Great Continued on Page В5 ple, nearly 40 percent of the Ka- Terror was a political repression zakh population, lost their lives, and persecution campaign in the The Astana Times reported earlier, Soviet Union in 1936-1938. It while several hundred thousand involved the purge of the Com- emigrated. munist Party and government of- Almarat Serikov, 33, an engineer ficials, repression of peasants, Shanyrak social enterprise attracts orphanage from Ust-Kamenogorsk whose widespread police surveillance, great-grandparents fell victim to suspicion of “saboteurs,” impris- the famine, told their story to the onment and summary executions. paper in a January interview. Estimates of the number of deaths graduates to entrepreneurial activities “Back then, people were so des- ranged from more than 600,000 to Shanyrak founder Gennady cepted by state regulators, com- problem was that they are not perate and there were so many nearly two million. By Zhanna Shayakhmetova Frank feels there are numerous petitors or clients. But you will aware of labour discipline. They heart-breaking stories. Many chil- Continued on Page В5 opportunities for a social entrepre- definitely feel good about yourself, do not follow the dress code and ASTANA – The Uralsk-based neur. He noted the most important because you are doing good deeds they do not observe subordina- Shanyrak social enterprise sup- way to be profitable and competi- for others,” he said in an interview tion,” he said. ports orphanage graduates in ca- tive when running an organisation for this story. A lawyer, Frank registered as reer guidance, education and em- that helps solve the problems faced Shanyrak’s mission is to cre- an individual entrepreneur and ployment. by socially vulnerable groups is to ate a platform for orphanage and started his first business on the Canada Hockey The profitable organisation has do business the same way as any boarding school graduates to help grounds of a foster house in 2010. trained 92 graduates and provided other company does when striving them realise their potential. Today, Formerly known as the Nur Public jobs for 39 of them though its re- for true success. the enterprise is engaged in manu- Association, the West Kazakhstan cruitment company, 38 attended “When becoming a social entre- facturing, training, recruiting and Day held at Astana’s Union of Orphanage and Boarding the vocational training school, preneur, you should bear in mind other services. School Graduates was established seven became individual entrepre- that just as in any other business, “We analysed why orphanage in 2013 and Shanyrak was founded neurs and 13 are involved in ca- you will face problems and chal- graduates have problems with the next year. reers at the enterprise. lenges and no excuses will be ac- workplace adaptation and the Continued on Page В5 Barys Arena Astana Art Fest 2017, “Nomad Energy,” to be largest yet menova; Saiyd Atabekov; Arstan- “Among the headliners from stars as Kazakhstan’s Galymzhan By Dmitry Lee bek Shalbayev and many others,” the contemporary arts category Moldanazar, Son Pascal, Molto she said. we will have a group of Spanish Loud, the ethnic ensemble Turan ASTANA – Astana’s traditional According to Izmalilova, the talents called LUZINTERRUP- and many others. Art Fest, this year titled “Nomad 8:30 p.m. opening will be a TUS,” Izmalilova said. More detailed information will Energy,” is to kick off June 17 on unique show with elements of LUZINTERRUPTUS is an soon be available at Keruen Mall the Nur Zhol boulevard. According theatrical action. anonymous art group, position- and will be announced over Ka- to its organisers, the 90-day event “There will be a light and fire ing itself as independent from zakh radio stations and through will be the biggest Art Fest yet. show, complex choreographed any state. It creates and stages Kazakh First Deputy Prime Minister Askar Mamin (C) with Canadian other mass media outlets, Izmal- Ambassador to Kazakhstan Shawn Steil (to his left) at the festival. “At the moment, we are pre- scenes specially created for the performances in public places ilova underscored. Kazakh-Canadian diplomatic rela- paring for the grand opening and festival, a bright visual range of using light and secondary raw The programme will include By Ilyas Omarov tions, 150th anniversary of Canada this year we received the most ap- art objects, conceptual music and materials. LUZINTERRUPTUS entertainment for children and and 60th anniversary of ice hockey plicants ever wanting to perform much more,” she said. will work over several fountains master classes on the arts. ASTANA – Canada Hockey Day in Kazakhstan. during the festival,” said Art Fest Izmalilova added that quite along the Nur Zhol boulevard and Any artist may join the Art Fest at the capital’s Barys Arena May Director Maira Izmalilova. “This a number of foreign artists and will create a real miracle for visi- by simply submitting their works 21 marked the 25th anniversary of Continued on Page В7 year we will have a lot of Ka- theatrical troupes are expected tors and residents, the organisers each year. The organisers each zakh painters; for instance, Kyzyl to arrive from Europe and North claim. year hold an open call to recruit Traktor, a famous group of paint- America and exhibit their works Art Fest organisers also prom- young talents with the support of ers from Shymkent; Saule Sulei- as well. ise to stage performances by such the Astana akimat (city adminis- tration). Izmalilova explained that the THINGS TO WATCH & purpose of the Art Fest is to unite artists from not just Kazakhstan PLACES TO GO but all over the world within a single platform. “In 2013, I had an idea to ASTANA OPERA unite creative talents, innova- tors, people in search of mean- June 3 at 6 p.m. Music of Sweden and Finland, ing and people who are con- Concert stantly growing. The city akimat had the same idea – to create an June 9 at 7 p.m. Obra Maestra Astor Piazzolla, art festival – and this is how we Concert got this mix. In 2015, we had June 11 at 6 p.m. Abai, Opera our first festival and it was an absolutely one-of-a-kind impro- June 2 at 7 p.m. Classical music concert visational platform, made up in a couple of months, dedicated to the EXPO 2017. The ultimate ASTANA BALLET goal of the festival is to create June 13 at 7 p.m. Classical music concert and showcase the creative clus- ter of the country. Our country is huge, with a lot of talented people, and some of them are KAZAKH YELI SQUARE disconnected from Almaty or June 1 at 6 p.m. Pop music concert Astana, where all the major hap- penings take place. Our festival gives them a chance to show Astana Art Fest 2016 their talents.” B2 NATION&CAPITAL PEOPLE

WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 Kazakh scientist develops refinement system for polluting emissions By Kamila Zhumabayeva

ASTANA – Kazakh scientist Al- exander Borisenko has developed a refinement system for polluting emissions that can purify any pro- cessed gas. The technology has been successfully operating at his inform.kz Photo credit: factory for a year. about the technology, as it con- out polluting the environment,” he “As this technology didn’t exist, tradicts classic science, said Bo- said, according to the news report. it is always hard to create some- risenko. In addition, the system Fifteen years of hit-or-miss work thing that doesn’t exist. Many is so flexible there is no need to were needed to develop the tech- people don’t understand and the change the technological process. nology. The company currently has working process is still to be ex- The size of the complex and its a foreign partner and Borisenko is plained. We have seen the process- price depend on the amount of the ready to present his invention dur- es that occur in nature and we have enterprises’ gas emissions. ing EXPO 2017. learned to catalyse them, meaning Borisenko believes such tech- His second invention is an advanced we do what nature does. It cleans nology could start a revolution in air ionising technology designed to the same way,” he told Kazinform. waste recovery. saturate air with light negative air ions, Borisenko, who is also the head “There is an opportunity today compensating for the lack of them in of Absalut Ecology, established a not having to create polygons. homes and workplaces. It neutralises complex in his factory that burns Waste can be sorted right away harmful chemical compounds and trash without discharging harm- while burning a useless part of it unpleasant odours while eliminating ful substances into the air. The gas without harming the atmosphere. dust, microbes and bacteria. transforms into clean air when ex- I think this is the most basic field The refinement system provides iting and no reagents are used. The our technology can be applied to. a long life and safe operation pe- technology can be used in cars, But the technology allows utilis- riod with no more than 100 watts large industrial plants and central ing everything that was dumped in energy demand. Circulated wa- heating and power plants. into an atmosphere and turn it into ter serving as high cost filters is the Many people are suspicious harmless chemical elements with- main feature in the device. Doctoral student from Almaty 18-year-old Kazakh genius gives practical classes defends master’s thesis ter’s thesis; it all happened natu- pace of each individual person. By Dana Omirgazy rally. I focused on research in the For example, Mozart wrote his field of modern art and contempo- first work at the age of five, Czerny at university in Zurich ASTANA – Eighteen-year-old rary classical music in my work. started performing concerts from to the university, according to the supercomputers. In the main, they Rakhat-Bi Abdysagin recently de- My master’s thesis offers many 10 years and Mendelssohn acted By Kamila Zhumabayeva news report. are used by scientists for model- fended his master’s thesis at Ka- new approaches and new methods as a pianist when he was nine. “I do not deliver lectures; only ling physical processes. Physicists zakh National University of Arts of analysis of the latest music, in- … There are similar examples in ASTANA – Alexander Nigai, a professors can deliver lectures at use them for modelling the forma- (KazNUA), reported tengrinews.kz. troducing new concepts in music modern times; for example, Alma 24-year-old doctoral student from the university. We conduct practi- tion of stars, for example. Pharma- Abdysagin became a student at and analysing a huge number of Deutscher wrote her first work at Almaty, is teaching practical class- cal classes, but this is a broadly ac- cists study how drugs interact with the Kurmangazy Kazakh National contemporary composition tech- the age of six, now she is 11 years es at ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal cepted practise in this university,” the human body,” said Nigai. old. Alan Walker created his first Institute of Technology in Zurich), he added. He can work at the institute up to electronic composition at 15 years reported Inform.kz. Nigai sparked interest in study- six years, during which he may try old,” said Abdysagin. “I am a doctoral student, but ing and using supercomputers. He to complete his doctorate. Nigai “The fact that I started compos- doctoral candidates are also staff now works at the university’s IT has not yet selected a topic for his ing symphonic music from the age in this university… Teaching is supercomputing laboratory, the thesis, as he began the programme of 10 and at the age of 18 I defend- my duty and the university pays only one of its kind in Europe. six months ago and is still gaining ed my master’s thesis is my current for it. We do not pay a tuition fee Along with his colleagues, he at- experience. He noted there is no of time. I am not ahead of anyone; accordingly. …I was teaching op- tempts to make supercomputing hurry to confirm a topic and can I have my own time in my own co- erating system roughly three hours easier and more efficient. therefore deal with the specifics a ordinate system. How it relates to per week; it is one of the subjects “Weather forecasting is the clos- little later. others is a rhetorical question,” he for computer skills,” he said dur- est use of supercomputers to life. “Life in Zurich is expensive, but added. ing a visit of Kazakh journalists Nowadays, forecasts are done on wages here are accordingly high, Abdysagin’s works are distin- too. Some things even remind me guished by a special organisa- of my native land. As a matter of tion of time and space, a sensitive fact, it seems to me that the city is Conservatory at 13, while simul- niques. The commission recom- sense of timbre and fine, listened very similar to Almaty, especially taneously studying piano under mended publishing it in the form and filigree work with sound mat- in terms of climate. Even the grass maestro Konstantin Bogino at Ac- of a monograph as a completed ter, noted Tchaikovsky Moscow is the same as in our city. Lilac cademia Musicale S. Cecilia di stage of scientific research,” he State Conservatory Professor Yuri grows nearby my house. It smells Bergamo in Italy. After graduating said. Kasparov. like a lilac in Almaty,” he added. from both schools four years later, While a student at KazNUA, the “Modern methods of playing Nigai does not plan to live he entered KazNUA. He then bril- young talent held several concerts the instruments become bearers of abroad and will be ready to con- liantly defended his master’s the- at home and abroad. In addition, the artistic image. Compositional sider possible job offers from Ka- sis, receiving the maximum score he was awarded with an honorary techniques and form create a sin- zakh companies. of 100. Abdysagin, who began badge “For merits in development gle whole with content in the gen- “I would not want to live over- writing music at age 10, is the au- of culture and art” by the Com- eral breathing of time. Reliance on seas permanently. I am used to thor of more than 100 pieces, in- monwealth of Independent States the eternal and unshakable values living here and was studying in cluding large-scale symphonic and (CIS) Interparliamentary Assem- of art is the point of attraction. … Edinburg for a year before, but I chamber works. bly. The spectrum of his work is wide, don’t feel like it is home anyway,” “I have been doing things I love. “As it is known, time is relative; encompassing many genres, styles

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from that list. If the singer is also competing in the zarzuela category, he or she also interprets a zarzuela Four Kazakh singers to participate in Placido aria. Twenty participants are then selected to continue on to the semi- finals, in which they sing one aria chosen by the jury and – if they are Domingo Operalia during EXPO 2017 competing in the zarzuela category national opera personalities in the – one zarzuela aria as well. From By Dmitry Lee most prestigious and competitive the 20 semifinalists, ten singers are showcase in the world.” it notes. chosen for the Final Round.” ASTANA – The prestigious Op- According to official data, the The jury is represented by ten eralia, the world opera competition organisers receive more than 1,000 opera directors from world’s re- founded by Plácido Domingo, will applications each year. nowned opera houses. take place in the capital July 24-29 “A select jury of three respected The following is a detailed list as part of EXPO 2017. A total of opera professionals listens to every of prize categories and purses for 40 contestants from 17 countries, recording submitted and rates them winners in each classification: including four from Kazakhstan, in a one-ten scale. The scores are tal- Two First Prizes (male/female) – are scheduled to participate. lied, uncommon discrepancies in the US$30,000 This will be the 25th season of the scoring are jointly discussed and the Two Second Prizes (male/fe- prestigious event. The host country top 40 candidates are invited to par- male) – US$20,000 will be represented by Astana Op- ticipate in that year’s competition. (A Two Third Prizes (male/female) era soloist and laureate of a number few singers are also held in reserve, – US$10,000 of international contests soprano in case one or more of the selected Two Birgit Nilsson Prizes (male/ Maria Mudryak, tenor Damir Sadu- candidates are unable to accept the female) – US$15,000 akassov and baritones Stanislav Li invitation),” explain the organisers. Pepita Embil Prize of Zarzuela – and Rasul Zharmambetov. “The jury of ten opera experts, US$10,000 The Operalia will be held under presided by Domingo as a non- Don Plácido Domingo Ferrer the auspices and sponsorship of the voting member, convenes in a dif- Prize of Zarzuela – US$10,000 Kazakh Ministry of Culture and Operalia 2016 winners. ferent international host city every Two Audience Prizes (male/fe- Sports and Rolex. People’s Artist year to listen to all 40 finalists live male) – watch offered by Rolex of the USSR Bibigul Tulegenova on July 24, 25 and 26, when the par- Symphony Orchestra directed by “Domingo’s goal is to attract during two days of quarterfinals. Culturarte Prize chosen and of- will be the guest of honour. ticipants will perform their chosen Maestro Domingo himself. singers of all voice tessituras and Each singer begins by selecting fered by Bertita and Guillermo All stages of the competition are arias from the world of opera. On Operalia was founded in 1993 from every country in the world and singing one opera aria from a Martinez from CulturArte de Puer- to be held publicly for the viewers’ July 29, 10 finalists will perform in to discover young talent and help ranging from 18-32 years of age, list of four arias that he or she has to Rico – US$10,000 delight. The quarterfinal and semifi- a gala concert format under the ac- them launch their careers, event to have them audition and be heard chosen and the jury then asks the Tied winners may also receive a nal rounds will be held as auditions companiment of the Astana Opera officials state on its website. by a panel of distinguished inter- singer to perform a second aria prize. Kazakhstan-born Astana Opera and Bolshoi Theatre producer turns sign memorandum of cooperation atre General Director Vladimir in music competitions and fes- the Astana audience. Prima balle- By Zhazira Dyussembekova Urin. A number of projects were tivals. rina and People’s Artist of Russia also discussed during the talks Kazakh artists have appeared Svetlana Zakharova took part in a family ties into film ASTANA – Astana Opera and and the parties will develop part- repeatedly on the famous Moscow gala concert dedicated to the world in Filmmaking from the prestig- Russia’s famous national Bolshoi nerships in several directions. In stage. Astana Opera leading soloist premiere of the Astana Opera, ac- By Yerbolat Uatkhanov ious New York Film Academy Theatre signed a memorandum of addition to the exchange of spe- and Honoured Worker of Kazakh- cording to the statement. (NYFA), making five movies and cooperation May 15 in Moscow, cialists, artists and performers, stan Talgat Mussabayev performed Astana Opera also currently ASTANA – Family has emerged collaborating on more than 30. “It according to the opera’s press ser- further plans include organising the main role in “Eugene Onegin” partners with the La Scala, San as a major theme in Kazakhstan- gave me invaluable knowledge vice. tours, joint productions, master by Pyotr Tchaikovsky. Bolshoi Carlo, Carlo Felice, Shanghai born Anatoliy Kim’s body of films. and opened many doors for me,” “One of the tasks of spiritual classes by leading specialists of Theatre soloists have also had the Grand and Mariinsky theatres, the His “Siblings” was a hit at the he said. “Working with world- modernisation, which was set by both theatres and participating opportunity to perform in front of Novosibirsk Opera and Ballet The- Middle Coast Film Festival, and class filmmakers has made an im- the President of Kazakhstan Nur- atre and others. now his new short film, “Grandpa mense impact on the professional sultan Nazarbayev, is the promo- The Bolshoi Theatre was estab- Arnold,” promotes love of one’s I am today. The best ‘behind the tion of modern Kazakh culture lished in 1776. Today, its repertoire in the world. As the head of state consists mostly of masterpieces of correctly noted, this is very seri- 19th–20th century Russian musi- ous and time-consuming work, cal theatre. In addition to those including not only the selection of classics, Bolshoi offers its audi- the best works of national culture, ence the masterpieces of Western but also their presentation abroad. European composers, including The signing of the memorandum is authors of the 20th century, as well part of the implementation of the as specially-ordered compositions. plans of the Ministry of Culture “It is Russia’s main national the- and Sports of Kazakhstan to im- atre, a bearer of the traditions of plement the strategy of our Presi- the Russian music culture and the dent,” said Astana Opera Director centre of the world music culture, Galym Akhmedyarov. the spearhead of the development The document was signed by of the country’s performing arts,” Akhmedyarov and Bolshoi The- notes its website. grandparents and calls viewers to camera’ and ‘in front of the cam- spend as much time with their el- era’ talents are here. I guess it’s derly relatives as they can. one of the key reasons why the ‘Abai’ opera to be performed during EXPO But Kim’s own family’s plans films ‘Grandpa Arnold’ and ‘I Did for their son did not include Hol- It for Me’ have been very success- midi, will open the programme. It of the most watched performances The set design was created by lywood. “I’ve always been pas- ful films,” he said. By Staff Report is a claim to fame of our national at the theatre. famous Italian set designer Ezio sionate about telling stories and “I remember when I got a call art,” said Astana Opera House Di- Honoured Worker of Kazakhstan Frigerio and costumes were made conveying emotions through mov- from Middle Coast Film Festival. ASTANA – “Abai,” the original rector Galym Akhmedyarov. Sundet Baigozhin performs the ti- by Oscar-winning Frank Skuar- ies. But my father wanted me to My film, ‘Siblings’ officially got national opera production staged According to theatre’s Chief tle part and laureate of international chapino. become an engineer since I was re- selected. I was jumping up and by a Kazakh and Italian creative Conductor Alan Buribayev, competitions Meir Bainesh plays Honoured workers of Kazakh- ally good at math,” Kim explained down with a huge smile on my team, will be performed in Astana “Abai” opera is one of the greatest Aidar. Honoured artist of Kazakhstan stan Tursynbek Nurkaliyev and in an interview with The Astana face in my tiny room in Brooklyn. as part of the EXPO 2017 cultural ever written musical works. The and opera star Maira Mukhamed- Galiya Buribayeva are the chore- Times. It was a small victory but a victory events June 11 at the Astana Opera production was included in the list kyzy will sing the part of Azhar. ographers-directors. “I got accepted to Karaganda nonetheless. Someone really ap- House. State Technical University on a preciated my work and it was all The modern interpretation of the full scholarship to study Transport worth it. I felt a huge surge of ener- opera promises to provide the au- Equipment and Technology. Every gy. I began working even harder,” dience with maximum open stage day I spent there made me realise the producer said. space, 3D video installations and that this was not the career for me. He would revisit the theme of luxurious costumes and decora- I wanted to take my talents into family in “Grandpa Arnold.” tions. filmmaking. After I graduated in “In today’s world, young indi- The opera masterpiece was cre- 2012, I flew to the U.S. to pursue viduals tend to forget about their ated on the libretto written by ac- my dream,” said Kim. grandparents. They do not spend claimed Kazakh writer Mukhtar Kim’s love for film hadn’t died. as much time with them as they did Auezov. It tells the story of the “I was constantly watching mov- in the past. We don’t know when dramatic events from the life of ies, reading reviews and sharing they’ll leave our lives forever. I the great Kazakh poet, educator my opinions with my friends. I hope that the short film ‘Grandpa and philosopher Abai Kunan- became friends with many creative Arnold’ will make young people bayev. people who pursued their dreams recall their grandparents and pay This is the story of the romantic no matter what. You could see pas- them an unexpected visit. That and tragic love of two young peo- sion like a fire in their eyes. I con- would be the best present for them ple, Aidar and Azhar. The theme of vinced myself that I could accom- and the film hopes to inspire peo- the struggle of conservatism and plish anything if I put my mind to ple to make that simple, but very reformism is raised in the work, it,” the producer explained. important decision,” he said. the bright and dark sides of per- It was difficult to adjust to being While in his home away from sonality are clearly represented. so far from home in his first months home, Kim also has the opportu- Abai and his student Aidar oppose in the U.S., Kim said, but he kept nity to introduce people to Ka- the old world that prevents pro- pushing. “Ever since I was a kid, zakhstan. “When I say that I am gress. I wanted to make movies. It was from Kazakhstan, most people “It is a great honour for us to something that had seemed unat- ask few polite questions about the present a fantastic programme of tainable. I thought that it would Soviet Union, what language we events dedicated to the EXPO 2017 only remain a dream. Dreams only speak and so on. Usually Gennady exhibition. ‘Abai,’ a true master- stay as dreams unless you put ac- Golovkin comes up in conversa- piece of the Kazakh opera cre- tions toward them.” tion … which is very cool,” the ated by great Kazakh composers

Kim earned a Master’s Degree producer said. Akhmet Zhubanov and Latif Kha- kazpravda.kz. Photo credit: B4 NATION&CAPITAL COUNTRY

WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 Electronic health passports NU to hold Eurasian to be introduced in 2018 Higher Education established medical information Staff Report system, he said. “To provide computer equip- ASTANA – The Kazakh Minis- ment to the organisations of Leaders’ Forum try of Healthcare will develop an healthcare and to introduce lo- electronic health passport by 2018 cal medical information sys- to store health data throughout a tems, the ministry together with person’s life that will be accessi- administrations of the regions ble from anywhere, according to and cities of Astana and Almaty, the Minister Yelzhan Birtanov. takes measures to create the ap- “Currently, the pilot project on propriate IT infrastructure. The the use of the electronic health ministry concluded memoran- passport is being tested in Asta- dums with akims (governors) of na’s city polyclinic No. 9,” said the regions on providing the or- Birtanov, as reported by primemi- ganisations of public health with nister.kz. the necessary computer equip- He explained that every Kazakh kazpravda.kz Photo credit: ment by 50 percent in 2017 and citizen and medical worker will mation systems and work as the ministry expects the system to re- 100 percent in 2018. So, this have their own personal accounts. single-window system,” the min- place all paperwork by the begin- year, more than 16,000 units of “The platform will allow all ister said. ning of 2019. computer equipment will be pur- public and private clinics to in- The work on the project began Thirty-eight percent of the na- chased at the expense of the local tegrate their corporate and infor- in September of 2015 and the tion’s health organisations have budgets,” he added.

By Yerbolat Uatkhanov sion, visitors can take part in semi- nars held June 1 by NU experts. ASTANA – Nazarbayev Uni- They will discuss quality enhance- versity (NU) will bring together ment through annual programme Vocational training centre for people researchers, practitioners and uni- review, practical details of selec- versity leaders May 31 to discuss tion and student admission. NU’s modern education. The yearly Graduate School of Education will event attracts industry heads from hold sessions on curriculum devel- with special needs opens in Almaty Kazakhstan and many other coun- opment, teaching and assessment, for light and service industries. Social Programmes Department, the employment of the Resource tries. implementing corporate govern- Staff Report Training is planned to be conduct- the Almaty College of Technolo- Centre graduates. “The Eurasian Higher Education ance and conducting research in ed on a dual system using the lat- gies and Floristics, the Associa- During the government vid- Leaders’ Forum that Nazarbayev humanities. ASTANA – The Resource Cen- est techniques in accordance with tion of Colleges and Shyrak As- eo conference, Shyrak Direc- University organises on an annual “Collaboration between the tre for Inclusive Vocational Train- tor Lyazzat Kaltayeva asked the basis has become a well-estab- Eurasian Higher Education Forum ing and Social Adaptation of per- Prime Minister to assist in provid- lished tradition. This forum brings and international partners is not sons with limited abilities will KALTAYEVA: “It is not enough just to educate ing vocational education for peo- together leading researchers, prac- an option – it’s essential. Because soon open in Almaty. people. We need to make them competitive in ple with special needs and other titioners and leaders of universities the world in which we live today The goal of the project is to pro- questions. to discuss some of the most press- is one of global communication vide vocational training, retrain- the labour market in the future.” “It is not enough just to educate ing items and topics that we all face that’s fast and, so, international ing, advanced training and certi- people. We need to make them together in this rapidly changing collaboration has to happen,” said fication of personnel for persons the requirements of the labour sociation of Women with Limited competitive in the labour mar- world. Nazarbayev University is a Colleen McLaughlin, director of with special needs to solve their market. Abilities. In accordance with the ket in the future. They will leave very young university in the heart educational innovation at the Fac- socialisation and adaptation prob- The project is being imple- agreement, the Chamber of En- schools and they need to be able of Eurasia – Astana, the capital of ulty of Education, University of lems. mented under the multilateral trepreneurs provides students to find a job, not become ade- Kazakhstan, – and we would very Cambridge. The training centre will func- agreement signed between the with an internship at city enter- pendent. We have inclusive edu- much like to share with you how University of Pennsylvania tion based on the Almaty College Chamber of Entrepreneurs of Al- prises, conducts an analysis of cation, necessary programme and we are building a modern research Graduate School of Education pro- of Technologies and Floristics, maty, the Education Department the personnel requirements and standards, but we need to make it university,” said NU President fessor Robert Zemsky is a strong where they will train personnel of Almaty, the Employment and the labour market and facilitates work,” Kaltayeva said. Shigeo Katsu. supporter of the forum. Nobel laureates, leading scien- “Each time I’ve attended the fo- tists and experts will gather at NU rum, and I really come to almost all to participate in conferences, dis- of them since they were established cussions, master classes and round- in 2012, I’ve been impressed by tables. The forum aims to bring the vitality and importance of the Best traffic inspector chosen together education stakeholders conversation. As an American out- to share their ideas and engage in sider, what the forum allows me is lively debates on issues that higher a new understanding about what is education leaders are facing world- happening in this part of the world. in Ust-Kamenogorsk wide. As a concept of international co- The contest was sponsored by Thirteen state inspectors of the their knowledge, participants were This year, the university plans to operation, the forum itself is an Staff Report the Administrative Police Depart- city and regional divisions of the tested on their driving skills at an hold a series of interesting sessions important addition to international ment of the Department of Internal departments of internal affairs autodrome. about governance, management higher education,” he said. Senior State Traffic Inspector of the Affairs (DIA) of the East Kazakh- competed. They were required to Contest organisers said they and leadership in higher education. The Eurasian Higher Education Borodulikha district, Major Zhanybek stan region. demonstrate their knowledge of plan to hold the contest annually Such themes as the role of higher Leaders’ Forum serves as an inter- Shaimardanov was recently named Senior State Traffic Inspector the legal acts related to the ethical and hope it will strengthen the education in economic develop- nationally open platform for com- Best State Auto Inspector 2017. of the Shemonaikha district Ma- code of civil servants, the laws of police services’ image and better ment, the future of universities, municating and networking among The award was the result of a jor Serik Tolesov took the second Kazakhstan On Combating Cor- prepare officers to handle drivers’ graduate employment, careers and local education leaders and their contest organised for the first time place and the third place was taken ruption, On Law Enforcement license examinations and vehicle economic needs of the labour force international peers and colleagues. on the eve of the celebration of the by the Senior State Traffic Inspec- Service, On Internal Affairs Au- registrations. and how to make universities inno- The event runs its own website of- 25th anniversary of the formation tor of the city of Ridder Major thorities of Kazakhstan and the Winners received diplomas and vative will also be discussed. fering open-access proceedings for of the Kazakh police in June. Sayat Orazbayev. Traffic Rules. After demonstrating gifts. In addition to the plenary ses- local and worldwide leadership. Professors discuss challenges of academic integrity things and values that universities process,” he said. tegically about their brand. Not clear choices about what it will or Conference participants also By Dana Omirgazy and schools show children. Par- “A constructivist approach to just a few Latin words and a fancy will not do or say. For instance, in discussed a wide range of topical ticularly, we are talking about in- education helps to integrate teach- logo, but a real culture that shapes the steps towards research excel- issues related to the internal and ASTANA – KAZGUU Universi- tegrity and deceit. Our educational ing, learning and research. The the way you behave and communi- lence, it is important to set priori- external functions of university ty’s (Kazakh Humanities and Law institutions are a time machine that integration of teaching, learning cate, inspiring a desire to partici- ties and invest in certain areas, as top management, administering Institute) Higher School of Eco- show us the future. Unfortunately, and research promotes academic pate. The university brand should it is impossible to be the absolute the academic process and forming nomics hosted the second interna- we do not conduct enough work in integrity. There is no place for pla- also be able to explain itself in top in everything,” said Van Lan- a culture of professional scientific tional scientific conference May this area, so the current conference giarism in an effective knowledge terms of what it is not, by making genhove. research. 19-20 titled “Academic Integrity is aimed at paying attention to this community, because the genu- and University Governance.” existing problem, because this ine motivation for knowledge is Representatives of the Kazakh problem is extremely important stronger than the motivation of Ministry of Education and Sci- for our country,” he said. cheating. Joint construction of ence, professors and researchers The basic assumption of social knowledge embodies an innova- from universities and major aca- constructivism in education is that tive activity,” he added. demic centres in the United States, knowledge is socially constructed Appreciating individual differ- Great Britain, Belgium, the Neth- and for being effective, the process ences and respecting the person- erlands, the Czech Republic, Uz- of learning needs to be meaningful alities of students and teachers are bekistan, Russia and Kazakhstan and active, said Alisher Faizullaev, essential for ensuring a construc- took part in the event. a professor in the Department of tivist atmosphere in the school or The conference was aimed at Practical Diplomacy and Director university as a larger knowledge a comprehensive discussion of of the Negotiation Laboratory at community, noted Faizullaev. academic integrity challenges in the University of World Economy Luk Van Langenhove, research Kazakhstan to develop and adopt and Diplomacy in Tashkent, Uz- professor at Vrije Universiteit rules for student, teacher and ad- bekistan. Brussel and the University of ministrative personnel conduct in “The construction of knowledge Warwick (U.K.), spoke about the the academic environment. takes place in social interaction challenges of achieving academic Opening the session, KAZGUU among learners and the teacher excellence in a turbulent world. University Rector Talgat Narik- mostly acts as a facilitator and me- Geopolitical changes that are alter- bayev urged participants to openly diator rather than an authoritative ing the world order, technological share opinions and offer ideas. instructor and giver of knowledge. revolutions that strengthen glo- “Our schools and universities are Through interaction – debates, balisation and global problems that not only educational institutions. simulations, role playing, games need deep understanding of the Young people that are studying and other social activities, – learn- current atmosphere and what can there are the country’s future. The ers create a so-called knowledge be done force universities around latter depends on how children are community which provides a the world to reinvent themselves, perceiving this world now. The fu- stimulating environment for the he noted. ture of Kazakhstan is described by meaningful and active learning “Universities should think stra- B5 NATION&CAPITAL SOCIETY

WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 Volunteerism creating Shanyrak social enterprise attracts orphanage a stronger people graduates to entrepreneurial activities Continued from Page В1 addressing social needs and the enterprise generating a profit to power in Kazakhstan “Initially, the head of the finance the association’s opera- house of youth asked me to help tions and social programmes. By Toily Kurbanov young people who wanted to “We are now working to in- start businesses. We opened a crease sales. Job creation de- What is the richness of a na- workshop and all conditions for pends on the sale of products. tion? – Its people. work were created in 2000. Or- Our products include equipment It couldn’t be truer for Kazakh- phanage students had a chance to for kindergartens and soft sports, stan where this saying resonates earn money there. This was like furniture and game modules for loud and clear. an initiative project. When more children,” he said. People the world over volunteer people began to come, we asked The practical training school to give back to society. The one the local authorities to provide aims to provide graduates with billion and counting volunteers premises that were empty for our vocational guidance and includes work to commit their time and of low carbon consumption and activities. There was a need to the entrepreneurial school and skills to making people’s lives reduction of emissions especially open a public association with specialised production-practical better. among the youth in the southern the purpose of employment,” he training. Those involved with Kazakhstan has evolved into a town of Taraz. said. the former receive assistance in vibrant society since its independ- Acutely aware of the local surge Shanyrak’s non-profit activi- developing a business plan and ence almost three decades ago. in volunteering, UNV commends ties have been transferred to the grants as a starting package; the Volunteerism is increasingly tak- the Government’s initiative to Nur association, which is in line latter is conducted at the Shany- ing front stage – with people more mainstream volunteerism through with the latter’s mission. By do- rak production workshops. aware and interested in pitch- a regulated Law on Volunteering ing so, the enterprise reduced “We provide non-repayable ing in for social and community Activity. The new law signed this its workload and focused on services. We organise trainings work. And there is huge potential year allows further opportunities its profitable businesses, mak- for young people and send them of coordinating volunteerism for for academia to involve youth in ing the Shanyrak structure and to work at the plants or enter- development in Kazakhstan. high profile events. operations and the association prises. Most importantly, they Volunteerism is not new to Likewise, embedding more Ka- more effective. This proved to acquire knowledge that allows Game modules for children created by Shanyrak graduates. Kazakh society. United Nations zakh UN Volunteers to serve in be a successful model of col- them to adapt at work. They public association was to pro- Then, we decided to develop em- Volunteers (UNV) and Kazakh- developing countries and enhance laboration, with the association study labour discipline and leg- mote entrepreneurial initiatives ployment and work initiatives,” stan have partnered since 1993 to development impact will further responsible for fundraising and islation. At first, the aim of the to graduates of orphanages. he said. make sustainable development a strengthen the country’s footprint reality. in international development co- UNV has almost 7,000 vol- operation. Presently 22 Kazakh unteers around the world on the UN Volunteers serve in Malawi, ground and almost 13,000 online Mozambique, Ukraine and their volunteers serving with UN agen- home country. Social entrepreneurship... cies, governments, private sector At the Expo 2017 – Future En- and civil society. UN Volunteers ergy in June there will be a large- Continued from Page В1 Although the first charity shops be financially independent,” she them by sharing her experience in often work directly with vulnera- scale mobilization of some three appeared around 50 years ago, said. the business. ble groups at the grassroots level. thousand volunteers. UN Volun- Even though a big part of the Argimbayeva was one of the few Another difficulty was posi- “The social shop allows me and There are 22 UN Volunteers teers will provide expertise in items is given free-of-charge, who brought the idea to Kazakh- tioning. my team to be engaged in charity serving in Kazakhstan and around coordinating the university vol- there are products that are abso- stan. She decided to take the risk “Before that I was a classic every day without being distract- the world in peace and develop- unteers. lutely new. They were received three and a-half years ago. volunteer, helping deaf and dumb ed by earning money for a living. ment initiatives. From capacity United Nations Volunteers ap- from boutiques that are closing or “I had an opportunity to go children to find sponsors and re- Profit is not its main goal. Most building to gender equality, from plauds the many women and men things that do not fit their owners through a special course on social solving their issues. Also, we importantly, it is about saving the advocacy of sustainable cities to of Kazakhstan. or, for example, rare, interesting entrepreneurship at the St. Peters- were organising charity events ecology by providing secondary climate action, UN Volunteers The people are the real wealth things or items in perfect condi- burg School of Economics and almost every month to collect consumption and about help to work along with local communi- of Kazakhstan creating a culture tion – they are sold in the shop,” Management. Also, I have read a money for seriously ill children. poor families. The charity shop ties. of selfless giving, of volunteer- said Argimbayeva in an interview lot of related sources,” she said. In addition, we were helping the provides constant opportunity for Kazakh UN Volunteers are ism. with The Astana Times. After the decision comes ac- poor families of disabled people. different companies and sponsors working in Kyzylorda region Prices in the shop are three- tion, and the young entrepreneur So, I had to determine what I to provide help. We can advise to implement sustainable waste The author is Deputy Execu- four times lower than market. For faced several issues on the way. wanted and what I had a right for. them where to give funds. We management and reduce inequali- tive Coordinator of the United example, new jeans cost 4,000 “Karaganda is almost a third It is hard to accept the fact that work as intermediaries,” she said. ties for persons with disabilities. Nations Volunteers (UNV) pro- tenge (US$12.80), second-hand city in Kazakhstan, but in fact it I am a social entrepreneur now, Argimbayeva plans to open one And they also create awareness gramme. jeans 2,000 tenge (US$6.40) is a provincial and miners’ city. that I receive a salary and char- or two branches in the remote while a beautiful evening dress Salaries are not high, with a harsh ity is my profession now,” added area of Karaganda. is up for 8,000 tenge (US$25.60). climate and poorly developed lo- Argimbayeva. “I think it is a good idea to put The shop sells only clothing, sou- gistics. People had no idea at all Each month Radost posts a the net profits of those branches venirs, handmade items, jewel- what a charity shop and social en- mini financial report on its social to the needs of those areas. May- lery, shoes, toys and bed linens. trepreneurship were. People think network pages. In the last months be development of the local sport. May 31 marks Radost transfers its net profit to charity is when everything is the shop failed to generate a net As for big plans, I intend to make seriously ill children. given out for free by rich people profit, since it had to move toa Radost a network of successful “We have worked with We Help to poor. I decided to promote a bigger premise and the rent and charity shops with profits so we charity fund for a long time now. format of social entrepreneurship utilities are more expensive. can withstand any period. My Kazakh Day Their base has around 100 chil- and I was the first in the region. When the heating season is over, ambitious plan is to make Radost dren with diseases of the brain No one knew what it was except Radost is likely to become profit- financially successful and make and central nervous system. Our me. I had difficulties, mainly due able again, she said. it an example of the fact that a principal position is to help chil- to the mindset of people. Today, The project inspired many so- charity shop can effectively work of Remembrance dren only from Karaganda and some people still do not under- cial entrepreneurs not only in Ka- in a province and be successful the Karaganda region and from stand how a charity organisation zakhstan, but also in Russia. Ar- both socially and financially,” she that list,” said Argimbayeva. can earn money by trade and can gimbayeva has assisted several of added.

Continued from Page В1 years of repression,” reported Ka- zinform. During the last century’s dif- “A hundred thousand people ficult times of hunger, war and were sentenced in Kazakhstan repression, Kazakhstan was also from 1921-1954 and 25,000 ex- the site of some of the biggest ecuted,” according to an older labour camps in the Soviet Gu- report in The Astana Times. Well- lag system. The nation had 953 known Kazakh cultural figures and camps and settlements such as politicians, writers, social activ- ALZHIR, which is located half ists and many others were among an hour drive from Astana and those imprisoned or executed. which stood for the Akmola Entire nations and ethnic groups Camp of Wifes of Traitors of the were deported from other parts of Motherland. Karlag in Karaganda the former Soviet Union to Ka- and many others are the remains zakhstan and Central Asia in the of larger camps, all part of the 1930s and 1940s, including Kore- infamous GULAG (Man Directo- ans, Kurds, Iranians, and others. rate of Camps) system. “During World War II, Germans, “It is estimated that 14 million Greeks, Chechens and Ingush peo- people passed through the GU- ple, among others, were also dis- LAG labour camps from 1929– placed in numbers estimated to ex- 1953 and some five million people ceed one million people,” said the were sent to Kazakhstan over the news report. B6 NATION&CAPITAL TOURISM

WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 Mangystau archaeologist makes geoglyph gallery to stimulate local tourism a natural observation deck. I de- ings of the mythical creature By Kamila Zhumabayeva cided on the drawings very long centaur of the steppes based on ago and was always attracted to an illustration on the wall of ASTANA – Mangystau archae- the genius simplicity and ease of the Kenty Baba necropolis. The ologist and historian Andrei As- plot lines of the petroglyphs of 330×280-metre drawing served tafiyev has made a gallery of ge- local nomads,” he said. as the prototype for the Mangys- oglyphs reflecting nomadic arts, The selection of drawings was tau region logo. the first in the region’s Airakty- not random, as it went “through A 270X350-metre sunshiny Shomanai mountain valley and in the prism of my conscious and camel, the main symbol of Man- Kazakhstan. subconscious vision of the gystau nomads, is based on a “I always consider natural world,” he added. Astafiyev put rock carving in Airakty Shoma- sights from a perspective of a together several past nomadic nai valley and on the wall of the tourist attraction. The Airakty ta- symbols of universal semantics Kalipan necropolis. The area also ble (a flat-topped) mountain is a in one plot line. includes a drawing of a shanyrak unique phenomenon for Mangys- The 150×110-metre drawing of (a symbol of home). tau,” he said in an interview with a sacred argali (mountain sheep) Based on a sketch of a portal The Astana Times. is based on another drawing on arch at Shakpak Ata rock mosque, One can climb Airakty Moun- the wall of the Beltoran necropo- the 150X160-metre ancestor’s tain; it has a good panoramic lis, a 17th century mausoleum. palm is the fourth geoglyph in view, but there is not much to see. “Kazakhs and Turkmen consid- the gallery. The cosmogonic Mangystau, Kazakhstan and the with the propaganda of historic- quired a minimum of six folds of As a result, Astafiyev devised er this animal as sacred. Bring- (foundational) deity, measuring great steppe. There are not many cultural heritage of our region a brush passing the same spot. the idea of creating geoglyphs ing argali’s horns to a grave of 415×170 metres, is the last geo- geoglyphs in the world and those and country,” noted Astafiyev. “We tried teamwork when two years ago when a question a holy [person] was considered glyph on the list. It is based on a that exist have become tourist at- To create the gallery of geo- making the first drawings. My arose about ways to attract more a charitable deed. Specifically, drawing in the 19th century Kar- tractions. glyphs, the archaeologist applied son, Artyom, was one of my main visitors the Adai Ata historic and the horns of this animal are an ashashty Aulie necropolis. “They are memorial signs a navigation system, special ori- assistants. But further experience cultural centre and the peak of essential element of Asian orna- “Everyone has his or her own facing the future. Generations entation, quad copter for adjust- has shown one person has ac- the Otpan Tau Mountain. ment. Drawings of an argali are world and universe and has a change, signs remain… In Ka- ment, car, some appliances for cess to the creative process as “Why doesn’t our desert have one of the favourite subjects of right to unveil the hidden context zakhstan, only the Turgai swas- churning vegetation and a plain well. The total length of the car geoglyphs? Why not make them Mangystau’s petroglyph arts,” he of geoglyphs or not do that,” said tika is known from real historic shovel. The drawing process took run on one of the big drawings in the Airakty-Shomanai valley? said. Astafiyev. geoglyphs. Airakty geoglyphs are nearly five months, while the pro- amounted to 30 kilometres,” said It has a spacy and a free area and Astafiyev also included draw- The drawings are symbols of a product of the modern age, but cess of creating a stable line re- Astafiyev. Kazakhstan’s first ever EXPO caravan stops in Berlin Cross-Country World Cup as part of promotional tour dience about the socio-economic dinator Florian Berend noted the By Dmitry Lee and political reforms happening in purpose of the tour is to convince Kazakhstan. He also stressed the people to visit Kazakhstan. stage finishes in Aktau ASTANA – A mobile EXPO car- successful cooperation between “We can sell tickets online for riders to learn first-hand about avan, which started its tour through the countries in the preparation EXPO in Astana or book a hotel the natural, cultural and historical Europe Feb. 28 in Madrid, is now process. online. We have a large smart- treasures of West Kazakhstan and headed from Berlin to the Baltic The caravan has a variety of in- phone, which is connected to the get acquainted with its unique States. The promotional roadshow teractive entertainment options Internet. We tell the visitors about beauty. Mangystau region, the is hoping to raise awareness about available for visitors, such as the different tourist routes, because be- home of ancient civilisations, is the upcoming specialised inter- alternative energy zone, virtual re- sides the exhibition there are many known as sort of a museum un- national exposition in the Kazakh der the open sky and the region of capital. unique religious sites and places The opening ceremony in the Ger- of spiritual importance. It is an man capital was attended by repre- archaeological reserve where sentatives of the nation’s Foreign more than 11,000 historical mon- Ministry, Federal Ministry for Eco- uments are under state protec- nomic Affairs and Energy, EXPO tion. There are thousands of wall 2017 General Commissariat’s of- paintings, unique constructions fice, Kazakh-German Association and the Beket-Ata, Masat-Ata, and Kazakh students at German uni- Shakpak-Ata and Shopan-Ata versities, among many others. mosques. Pilgrims not only from “Future Energy, as the theme of Kazakhstan, but also from neigh- the upcoming exposition in Astana, EXPO caravan in Berlin. bouring countries, regularly visit has aroused much interest among the sites. German companies,” said German ality zone, interactive map of Ka- beautiful places to see in Kazakh- The rally route ran through the Economy Eastern Committee re- zakhstan, cinema, 3D printer, chil- stan and this is another reason to Karagiye Depression, where the gional director Edward Kinsbrun- dren’s creativity zone and electric pay a visit to the country,” he said. By Anuar Abdrakhmanov with excellent and challenging caravan routes of the Great Silk ner, as quoted by kazinform.kz. bikes. Exhibition tickets are also The caravan has been on the sections, so it was a pleasure to Road used to pass. A giant bowl As part of his speech, Kinsbrun- offered for sale. road for months, staying three-four ASTANA – Rally Kazakhstan race it and win,” said Al-Attiyah. with uneven slopes, Karagiye ner added Germany’s participation “In view of the EXPO 2017 days in every city it visits. To date, 2017, which was also the fifth Astana Motorsports crew cap- serves as the habitat for many will provide “added momentum to theme importance and timeliness it has crossed through Madrid, stage of the Cross-Country World tain Artur Ardavichus, who has representatives of rare fauna. The the development of bilateral com- for all mankind, Kazakhstan is Barcelona, Rome, Milan, Zurich, Cup organised by the Internation- passed several of the world’s Karagiye Depression is the fourth mercial and economic relations.” making its contribution to one of Paris, London, Amsterdam, Vi- al Automobile Federation (FIA), most taxing rally-marathons in largest in the world after Ghor in Kazakh embassies are assist- the most pressing issues of the 21st enna, Prague and Berlin. Next up was held in Aktau May 20-26 his career, drove a MAN truck in the Turfan Basin, Afar and Kat- ing the caravan in spreading news century,” said German Bundestag are Warsaw, Vilnius and Helsinki, with the support of the Kazakh- Rally Kazakhstan. tara. about the EXPO to locals. committee for tourism head Jürgen ending the tour in the Finnish capi- stan Federation of Automobile “Our racers did very well, all in Cross-country racing fans are Kazakh Ambassador to Ger- Klimke. tal June 9 on the eve of the exhibi- Sports. accordance with the standard and preparing for another big rally to many Bolat Nussupov told the au- EXPO caravan Project Coor- tion kickoff. The FIA Cross-Country World regulations. It was definitely a cross Kazakhstan, as the organis- Cup is a multi-stage racing series very well organised race in terms ers recently announced the route held annually in different coun- of complexity of the tracks, navi- and dates for the Silk Way Rally tries including the United Arab gation and load on the car. What 2017. The race will kick off July 7 Emirates (UAE), Qatar and Mo- was particularly great is that we in Moscow’s famous Red Square rocco. This was the first time Ka- did not have to run around camps. and finish in Xian, the starting zakhstan gained the right to hold The organisers took this into ac- point of the historic Silk Road, one of the stages of the prestig- count and placed the camp in one on July 22. One of the rally’s ious series. place, which was pretty good I central stages will see its finish in Twenty-five crews (50 driv- must say. So, we did not have to Astana on July 11 as one of the ers and co-drivers) from Bela- deal with logistics and could fo- capital’s highlights during EXPO rus, the Czech Republic, France, cus more on the race itself. I hope 2017. The rally’s announced total Germany, Kazakhstan, Lithuania, next year I will race in my native length is 9,608 km, with special the Netherlands, Poland, Qatar, land again,” said Ardavichus. stages covering 4,089 km, or 42.6 Russia, Saudi Arabia, Slovenia, “The specific side of this race percent of the entire route. Ukraine and the UAE took part in was that its distance was 2,500 Kazakh fans will be support- the rally. km, so the participants could gain ing crews from the Astana Presi- The official launch was from a good score here and improve dential Professional Sports Club. Aktau’s Waterfront Square in their positions in the World Cup Last year, its four crews competed Micro-District 15. The rally con- standings. Kazakhstan was repre- successfully in the Silk Way Ral- sisted of six stages and racers sented by 13 crews, all of which ly. Denis Berezovskiy and his co- needed to travel more than 2,500 did quite well. International ex- pilot Ignat Falkov, riding a Toyo- km. Mangystau region in West perts commended the level of ta Land Cruiser Prado 200, won Kazakhstan was chosen for the organisation of the race. The in the T2 class, which featured rally as its demanding terrain of- route was not easy and there were cross-country series production fers a unique sense of thrill. windy and rocky sections. I think vehicles. Well-known Kazakh Nasser Al-Attiyah of Qatar it was an impressive event for businessperson and rally rider Ai- came in first, followed by Polish many fans as well, as they could dyn Rakhimbaev and his Russian riders Jakub Przygonski and Aron see the world’s best motor sport co-driver Anton Nikolaev in their Domzala. crews live,” said Kazakh coach MINI All 4 Racing finished in the “Today, we finished the last Nurpeis Konysbayev. top five in the T1 class, which stage of the rally. Everything The event provided the oppor- featured improved cross-country went very well. That was a drive tunity for some of the world’s best production vehicles. B7 NATION&CAPITAL SPORTS

WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 Kazakh archers beat South Korean Olympic champions in first stage of 2017 Hyundai Archery World Cup gold. We prepared for it. We South Korea shot 57 points to Gankin shot 10, Mussayev By Dmitry Lee did it.” Kazakhstan’s 50 to easily win the shot eight and Saidiyev’s final South Korea, which has reigned first set, according to worldar- 10 sent the set into a tie breaker, ASTANA – Kazakh archers, since modern archery was introduced chery.org. The Kazakh archers ral- where Kazakhstan shot three heavy underdogs who have never into the Olympics in 1972, has won lied in the next sets to turn some nines to beat the Olympic cham- been on the podium at the World 23 gold medals in the event, more heads. pions. Cup or World Archery Champion- than any other country or any other “Kazakhstan swiped the second “They shot well and put on a ships, beat an Olympic trio from Olympic sport in the nation’s history. series, 55-54, after London 2012 great performance. I would like South Korea May 21 to win its South Korea also leads in all-time winner Oh Jin Hyek send down to congratulate them on winning,” first-ever 2017 Hyundai Archery tallies in tae kwon do and short track a pair of eights. But South Korea said Oh. World Cup stage in Shanghai, re- speed skating in the winter Olympics. looked safe when the third went “They showed their ability to ported worldarchery.org. Saidiyev noted the main aim of the favourite’s way, 56-50, and compete against any nation. It’s Kazakh Denis Gankin (ranked the match was not just “beating needed just a draw in the fourth good for Kazakhstan, but it’s also 43rd before the stage final and Korea, but to shoot well for Ka- set to win gold. Both teams shot 28 a good opportunity for the Ko- climbed to 42nd), Oibek Saidiyev zakhstan, to show that we have out of a possible 30 for their first rean team, as we have to learn to (129th, 113th) and Sanzhar Mus- good archers and let the rest of the three arrows. Korea finished badly. be wary of all our opponents,” he sayev (175th, 138th) beat champi- world see us, too. Working on ex- Nines each from of Im and Kim added. ons Oh Jin Hyek, Kim Woojin and ecuting our techniques and making left Oh needing something strong, Earlier, Kazakhstan beat the Im Dong Hyun in the final shoot- “We still don’t believe we stage,” said Saidiyev after the clean shots was our goal through- but he sent down an eight,” wrote U.S. 5-3, Russia 5-4 and Japan 5-4 off. won the archery world cup final. “It feels great to win out the competition.” the website. to reach the finals. Astana Arlans reach WSB semi-finals Canada Hockey al programme within the AIBA By Anuar Abdrakhmanov family.” AIBA wholly owns WSB. All ASTANA – The Astana Arlans WSB boxers are registered with Day held at Astana’s boxing club of Kazakhstan re- AIBA and all referees and of- cently defeated the Russian Patri- ficials working WSB matches ot Boxing Team after two match- are specifically certified for the Barys Arena es and reached the World Series competition. Franchises have a of Boxing (WSB) semi-finals. A national identity and are formed Continued from Page В1 by Larionov and an exhibition week earlier, the Arlans took a by national federations. Teams game involving a sledge hock- 3-2 win in Kemerovo. The return are allowed a quota of overseas Some senior Kazakh officials ey team and women’s hockey quarterfinal match took place in boxers: a maximum of eight and attended the festival, including team. Karaganda and again ended with no more than three of the same First Deputy Prime Minister The Sheep Dogs, a specially- the Kazakh victory. nationality. Askar Amin, who also serves as invited Canadian rock band, de- The first three fights were Teams compete in the 10 AIBA president of the Kazakhstan Ice livered a concert at the arena, enough for the Arlans to secure standard weight categories. The Hockey Federation, Minister of adding to the day’s atmosphere. a berth in the tournament’s next regular season takes the form of a Education and Science Yerlan They performed a number of round. First, Olzhas Sattibayev league phase, with the teams fac- Sagadiyev, Barys Hockey Club their own songs and some cover (up to 52 kg) beat Ivan Abramov. ing each other home and away in

Photo credit: astanaarlans.kz. Photo credit: President Askar Shopobayev versions of famous rock pieces. Then Zakir Safiullin (60 kg) de- alternating weight categories. The and Kazakhstan Ice Hockey The day’s central event was feated Shahrier Ahmedov and top teams continue to the playoff Federation Executive Commit- an entertaining game between Aslanbek Shymbergenov (69 kg) onhearts. The semi-finals will last year, and we wish to take our stages. Teams representing fran- tee member Anuar Sadikulov. the Kazakh and Canadian beat Shahabas Mahmudov. take place June 2-3 and 9-10. revenge for the last season’s de- chises across the globe compete Among those whom local fans teams. The rivalry ended with The 81kg bout was particu- “We imagined it wouldn’t be feat,” said Astana Arlans’ head in a league format leading to play- are more accustomed to see- a series of penalty shootouts, larly difficult between Arman easy. I want to thank our guys coach Nurlan Akurpekov. offs and a final. The boxers com- ing in hockey ammunition were where the hosts claimed vic- Rysbek and Imam Hataev. for the good job. They had a WSB is a league that sees pete in five three-minute rounds Yerlan Sagymbayev, captain of tory with a score of 5-4. Mamin Both boxers showed spectacu- good fight and deserved the win. the world’s best amateur box- and five bouts per match. the Kazakh national team that made the winning shot. lar boxing with many blows. In Our experienced boxers Olzhas ers competing in teams without The Astana Arlans club was made it into the quarterfinals of The players wore specially a close competition, the home Sattybayev, Zakir Safiullin and headgear and using the scor- founded in 2010. In the first sea- the 1998 Winter Olympics, Ga- made “Hockey Unites” sweat- team’s boxer clinched the win. Aslanbek Shymbergenov met the ing system of the International son, the club’s boxers proved lym Mambetaliyev, Vyacheslav ers. The match had a friendly In the end, the Russian team expectations. So did Arman Rys- Amateur Boxing Association themselves as one of the strong- Belan, Alexander Vysotsky and status, but the fans in the stands only managed to win one bout. bek, who showed a great desire to (AIBA). According to the WSB est teams in the world. The team Alexander Kolyuzhny, while witnessed a remarkable game Patriot boxer Artem Suslen- win. As for Dmitry Zisko, it was website, the appearance of the is a two-time WSB champion. Alexander Koreshkov and Ser- that brought a lot of positive kov defeated Dmitry Zisko of his debut in WSB and his oppo- league “reunited the broader It won the third season in 2012- gey Starygin joined Team Ka- emotion to everyone involved. Kazakhstan, who made his de- nent was very strong, so it was boxing world and its grassroots 2013 and the fifth season in 2014- zakhstan’s coaching staff for The Heritage Cup was created but. Thus, Arlans reached the very hard to win. Soon we will amateur foundation by provid- 2015. With two titles apiece, Ar- the day. particularly for this match. Its tournament semi-finals, where compete against the British team, ing a bridge between Olympic lans and Cuba’s Domadores lead Canada’s Ambassador to design is a symbiosis of famous they will fight the British Li- which didn’t let us into the finals Boxing and a future profession- the league in titles won. Kazakhstan Shawn Steil and Kazakh and Canadian sym- a number of world-renowned bols, with images of 25 wheat ice hockey stars including Ken spikes signifying the 25 suc- Dryden, Igor Larionov, Brian cessful years of bilateral coop- Propp, Dennis Maruk, Sami Jo eration between the countries. Olympic champion predicts Golovkin Small and Billy Bridges repre- The unique trophy will remain sented the Land of the Maple in Astana and the names of the Leaf. match participants will be add- The festival opened by un- ed to it. will knockout Alvarez veiling an interesting exhibition During the intervals between divided into displays illustrat- periods of the game, fans could by millions of fans throughout the could do good to Golovkin. I think blows, so he was very careful and ing the history of ice hockey in take their chance in a lottery By Anuar Abdrakhmanov world. Golovkin should take the initiative did not get into full contact. Punch, Kazakhstan and original items with some valuable prizes, such and take off in this fight. So, he re- then slip… He ran a lot, so it was brought from the Hockey Hall as two original Canadian fur ASTANA – The 2004 Olympic What do you think about ally needs to make up his mind and hard for Golovkin. If I’m not mis- of Fame in Toronto, including coats, a rarity in the local mar- champion Gaidarbek Gaidarbekov Golovkin’s fight with Alvarez? get ready for a very tough bout, taken, that was the first time in a the sweaters of some of Ka- ket. of Russia, the boxer who defeated Alvarez is a dangerous fighter. and then he will make it. long while that Gena fought all 12 zakhstan’s most famous play- All the money raised from the Gennady Golovkin (GGG) in the I cannot say with absolute cer- rounds. This time, I think, Alvarez ers. sale of entry and lottery tickets finals of the Athens Olympics, be- tainty, after all, it’s boxing, and Both fighters have good strik- will also be careful, but will make Inside the arena lobby, guests will be used to fund projects lieves GGG can beat Mexican Saul anything can happen, but I see ing power. Can we expect an open some occasional sudden attacks. I could taste traditional Canadian popularising ice hockey among Alvarez, Gaidarbekov recently Gena has some prospects in this heavy fight? think the fight against Canelo, who pancakes with maple syrup. Kazakh children. told The Astana Times. As previ- fight. Despite being a current box- No, they will box very carefully. is much slower than Gena, will be The lucky ones were served The event was not the first of ously reported, the fight between ing superstar, Golovkin does not Golovkin has good tactics in all even easier for Golovkin than with by Mamin, Larionov, Dryden its kind, as the inaugural Cana- the world’s two strongest middle- relax, and it’s very good. Having fights. I did not quite like his last Jacobs. and other famous guests. Fans da Hockey Day was held at the weights will be Sept. 16. This bout this huge experience after a great fight though. Jacobs played it very could then watch a master class arena on March 7, 2016. is called the most important box- number of fights, he needs to go safe, so he couldn’t do well. The Because Alvarez will not be ing event of the year and awaited further, and a fight against Alvarez American was afraid of missing the afraid? Yes, Alvarez will fling a lot, and Gena will get him. Canelo is bolder, stouter and slightly lower than Golovkin. Gena will beat him and knock him out in the seventh or eighth round. The famous Russian boxer also said that he was thinking about a possible fight between Gennady Golovkin and the legendary world champion Floyd Mayweather. This will happen someday. If Floyd Mayweather wants it, I think this should happen. Both boxers are world stars, and this fight would be important for Floyd Mayweather himself. I believe Gena has all chances to win. Ob- serving Golovkin, one cannot but say that he has grown very much in recent years. Today, he is like a cobra standing against his op- ponents. He has a very nice box- ing style. He sees everything, and it’s very good. This is what boxing Gennady Golovkin (L) and Gaidarbek Gaidarbekov in 2004. should be like. Askar Mamin makes the winning shot. B8 NATION&CAPITAL CAPITAL

WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 Astana is ready for EXPO 2017, Mayor says Continued from Page A1 sports sections and playgrounds. centre of the city where the toll On the territory of Industrial This is done to reduce unneces- is very high, so people do not go Park No. 1, 65 investment projects There are sufficient rooms to ac- sary traffic flows. If every square there at all. are being implemented, and 41 of commodate all the guests in the has everything, then there will be And what is here? Forty-five them have been put into opera- amount of the 35,000 people ex- no need to go somewhere by car. percent of traffic is in the morning tion. In 2016, under the Industri- pected to arrive at hotels and apart- We have an understanding of what hours. That is when everyone is alisation Programme, 10 projects ments. A reservation department those sectors are missing. Some rushing to different places by the worth 37 billion tenge (US$118.6 was established and 10 regions have areas need clinics, parks and gar- same time at 9 a.m. million) were launched on the ter- already reserved rooms for their del- dens, more retail space, pharma- Therefore, we propose to divide ritory of the Industrial Park. egations. Eighteen residence halls cies and other things. the streams. Now, many residents Taking into account all the glob- will accommodate 40,000 students are already working by this sched- al challenges of the last year, the from the regions. Accommodations Lately a lot has been done to ule. For example, builders start akimat has adjusted the City De- will also be provided for seconded improve the city’s transport sys- working at 7 a.m. Akimat and city velopment Programme to 2020, employees of law enforcement tem, but there is still traffic con- services are open from 8.30 a.m. which has two main directions – agencies and volunteers. gestion. Are there any further The police starts at 6 a.m. We did the growth of welfare, the increase For the comfortable stay of for- changes planned? What should not change the time of schools and in the quality of life of the popu- eign tourists, online registration we expect? kindergartens. Currently, the num- lation, and the transformation of was introduced directly in hotels. We have 350,000 vehicles that ber of schoolchildren in the city is Astana into a global smart city. According to the application Asset Issekeshev are registered in the city, plus about 130,000 and the number of Global megacities and their eco- dossier, on the day of the maxi- Office and the National Security We conducted a sociological about 100,000 that are transit and students is 85,000. At the moment, nomic impact were analysed. Ten mum peak load, 110,000 seats are Committee within the interdepart- study to understand what residents non-resident. A total of 400,000 the student schedule is discussed priority sectors that ensure sustain- required. There are 273 restaurants mental working group. Protection of Astana need to be happy about – 450,000 vehicles are moving jointly with the Ministry of Edu- able economic growth taking into in the city with 80,000 seats, 460 of public order in the city will be the city. In addition, thousands of around the city on a daily basis. cation and Science. We suggest a account and the already existing cafes with 23,000 seats and 27 provided by the reinforced Astana requests are received every day To change this situation, we set the start time of 9:30 a.m. or 10 a.m.; advantages of the city were identi- canteens with 3,000 seats. Today, garrison and the Ministry of Inter- through the 109 call-in service. I task of increasing the share of the Public Service Centres and banks fied. 850 food points provide 116,000 nal Affairs of Kazakhstan with a want to say that we have an un- population using public transport are also recommended to open at The first sector is tourism. Asta- seats, with emphasis on different total of 8,867 employees. derstanding of what key issues are from 33 percent to 45 percent. For 10 a.m. The load is expected to de- na will become an international cuisines. this, we bought 380 new buses. crease from about 45 percent to 36 centre for business and medi- All issues of the city’s food se- In addition to the construction of percent. cal tourism due to its world-class curity have been resolved. Astana is one of the youngest and most roads leading to the new residen- The second measure is a restric- sports and cultural facilities. The We expect growth of food con- dynamically developing capitals in the world, tial areas, the number and length of tion of the movement of freight second is a construction cluster, sumption by 20-30 percent – up to bus routes will increase. transport, which is also used in including new technologies in con- 160,000 tonnes for three months. including in terms of investment attractiveness. The comprehensive plan pro- many countries of the world. That struction, new materials and engi- The storage capacity in the city vides measures until the end of means that the freight transport, neering that will ensure a favour- is sufficient. Over 19 years, investments in fixed assets have 2019, including the construction including all communal equip- able growth of the city. The Astana The schedule of fairs and de- grown by more than 40 times and their total of a light rail tram that is to be ment, will move only from 11 p.m. International Financial Centre liveries of products from Central completed in 2019. A total of 18 until 6 a.m. (AIFC) is the third sector. The cen- Asia has been approved. For more volume has exceeded 7 trillion tenge (US$22.4 stations will be built on the way tre provides conditions for global than 30 products that are under from the new railway station to the Let’s talk about the investment investors including an independent the risk of deficit and apprecia- billion). international airport. The road net- attractiveness of Astana. What is legal system based on the princi- tion, we have developed a special work is developing as well. At the the trend? What is most attractive ples of English law, tax benefits, programme together with trading On the territory of the city about bothering Astana residents, wheth- moment, 13 roads are being built for investors? simplified visa and labour regimes, enterprises and banks in order to 3,000 new cameras were installed. er they live in Koktal or on the left linking the new railway station, In general, Astana is one of the modern infrastructure and direct stabilise them. At sites close to the EXPO terri- bank. airport, botanical garden and the youngest and most dynamically flights to the major financial cen- A detailed programme of cultur- tory another 2,165 cameras were For us, contact is important; we area around EXPO. developing capitals in the world, tres. Modern production sectors al and sporting events was formed. installed as well. are developing a partnership sys- The construction of the 47-km including in terms of investment including solutions for a smart city All 93 exhibition days have sched- For clear coordination and tem. After all, by working togeth- Small Ring Road is 48.5 percent attractiveness. Over 19 years, in- are also important. Another sector uled events. prompt response, a Situation Cen- er, reacting and listening, we form complete and is already ready for vestments in fixed assets have is public services and international Most of the events will be held tre has been established, and 123 the culture of the “active citizen” – operation. Its completion will al- grown by more than 40 times and organisations. Regional headquar- on the territory of the exhibition, emergency situations have already someone who is not only unhappy low more than 90,000 cars to by- their total volume has exceeded 7 ters of international organisations while the Ministry of Culture and been determined, with response al- about something, but also knows pass the centre of the city. trillion tenge (US$22.4 billion). should be attracted to Astana. akimat will be organising events gorithms worked out. that the city authorities listen to There are medium-term pro- The akimat is doing a lot of Proposals should be provided to throughout the city. To ensure affordable and high- him or her, that he or she has the jects. We have started designing work in the sphere of attracting improve national regulation in the More than 18 sports competi- quality medical care, an operation- opportunity to influence these or more than 10 interchanges. In investments: new potential inves- sphere of non-commercial organi- tions at an international level will al headquarters was created at the other issues. Thereby, he becomes 2018, we will build those that are tors are being sought on a regular sations. The list of priority sectors take place in the capital, includ- EXPO 2017 site. The territory will more responsible. Taking this ap- the most priority ones – four inter- basis. A separate Astana Invest also includes vocational education, ing the Cups of the President of accommodate six first-aid posts proach into account, we have ad- changes with aboveground and un- organisation was created under healthcare, trade and logistics, cre- Kazakhstan in tennis and foot- and a medical centre. Also 13 city justed the Astana Development derground passages. Construction the Socio-Entrepreneurial Corpo- ative sectors, culture and sports. ball, various championships of the medical institutions and national Programme until 2020, the main of 12 pedestrian crossings will be ration Astana, which is responsi- Private-public partnership world and Asia, and international clinics have been prepared. goal of which is the social well- carried out separately. ble for attracting investments. A mechanisms and all favourable tournaments. There will be the Understanding the great re- being of the population. Another area of work is the in- railway engineering cluster has conditions will be created to at- Astana Duathlon 2017 on June 25, sponsibility that the large number There are two tasks, the solution troduction of “smart” traffic lights. been formed, small and medium tract investments to these priority the Astana Triathlon 2017 on July of tourists and visitors represents, of which will ensure the welfare of This year, 90 key intersections will business is developing and an in- sectors. 30 and the Astana Marathon 2017 we launched projects for land- citizens. The first is improvement be connected, which will create a novative cluster is being formed at Smart specialisation has also on August 27. scaping, planting and decorating of the quality of life. This is about “green wave;” this will allow us Nazarbayev University. been developed. Five centres of In addition to volunteers from the the city. Within a month, major the environment in which we live, to manage traffic. For the safety of The key area for attracting in- competence are being created in Astana EXPO 2017 national com- works on landscaping will be including housing, public trans- people, we will install illuminated vestments is the Special Econom- Astana with the participation of pany, 1,000 city volunteers who completed. port, ecology, health, education, pedestrian crossings. There are a ic Zone Astana – The New City, leading global companies. These speak foreign languages will help On the eve of expo, the city’s people’s safety, kindergartens, number of other measures that, in which includes an industrial park are the centres of urban and ag- in organising events, as well as lo- cultural facilities are also being pre- sports and leisure. The second task their entirety, should ensure the and an administrative and business ricultural technologies, medical gistics at the airport and railway sta- pared for the reception of numerous is to ensure the growth of incomes resolution of the traffic issue. centre. Its territory is more than technologies, energy, and financial tions. Eight information kiosks with foreign guests. The ethno-memorial of the population through the de- As for changing the working 7,600 hectares. technology. Start-ups will be sup- hand-outs, memos and instructions complex ‘Atameken Map of Ka- velopment of small and medium- ported as part of these initiatives. for tourists in four languages have zakhstan,’ the Baiterek Monument sized businesses and creation of begun operations. Tourist routes and and the Triumphal Arch Mangilik new jobs. Within its framework, Understanding the great responsibility that the You are a very active user of audio guides have been prepared in El will be presented with updated we have identified the key tasks Facebook. How does this practice five languages. appearances and new content after that we can solve in three years, large number of tourists and visitors represents, affect your activity as Akim? Does A new airport terminal and a completion of works. taking into account financial re- we launched projects for landscaping, planting it help you see new issues or is it a new railway station will be intro- In your opinion, what are the sources and on a phased basis. platform for communicating with duced on time. most urgent problems existing in Look at the world experience and decorating the city. Within a month, major citizens? We are launching seven addi- the city today? What is being done – New York, London, Singapore. Working in social networks is tional shuttle bus routes, which to solve them? Each of these megacities has prior- works on landscaping will be completed. the starting point. We have inter- will be serviced by 167 new bus- In the 100 Steps programme, ity tasks and secondary ones. It is active platforms for discussing es. They will connect EXPO with President Nursultan Nazarbayev impossible to take on everything at schedules, this is one of the meas- The main objectives of the Spe- new innovative projects, includ- remote areas of the city and pass set the task of making Astana one once. For example, one of the 20 ures that is used around the world. cial Economic Zone are acceler- ing those coming from residents. through the most attractive places of the leading centres in the Eura- steps is the social development of For example, in Minsk, each com- ated development of the city of There are a lot of suggestions, in the city. For 11 operating city sian space. The akimat continues the city. Here, we defined 32 social pany has its own schedule; in Bei- Astana by attracting investments including from experts proposing routes, it is planned to additionally to work in this direction to make standards that should be accessible jing, if the number of a car ends and using advanced technologies options on optimising the city’s launch 103 new buses. the city clean, comfortable, beauti- to any resident. The city was con- with a certain number, then on par- in construction, as well as creating development, also complaints and All issues have been worked out ful, hospitable and safe. We set the ditionally divided into 129 sectors, ticular days it cannot drive around modern infrastructure and highly opinions of residents, as well as with the city’s Department of Inter- task of developing public spaces, with about 10,000 people each. the city. There are more stringent efficient, high-tech and competi- discussion about measures that can nal Affairs, the Ministry of Internal places for family leisure, for walk- Each sector should have polyclin- measures, as in Singapore with its tive industries developing new improve life. In fact, everything is Affairs, the Prosecutor General’s ing and cycling. ics, schools, bus stops, food stores, toll roads. There are streets in the types of products. done with a mind to residents. Thai embassy offers evening of thrilling Muaythai boxing in Bangkok and told them this on a friendly basis, the kicks and Kazakhstan won many medals. By Dmitry Lee might interest Kazakhs and they punches echoed throughout the Thai people are inspired by your sent a group of Thai boxers. Our hall, rushing the blood of some athletes,” he said. ASTANA – The Royal Thai boxers had a training session at the staunch fans. The last two fights The ambassador added prepara- Embassy in Kazakhstan staged Kazakh gym and received a very ended with knockouts. tions for EXPO 2017 are nearly the Ambassador’s Cup, a friendly positive response,” he added. Pinyowattanacheep noted Thai finished and pledged support from Muaythai boxing competition held Seven bouts were staged between people are well aware of Kazakh the embassy to attract as many at the Radisson Hotel May 25 to Kazakh and Thai, Kyrgyz and Rus- athletes thanks to the nation’s suc- Thai tourists as possible. commemorate the 25th anniver- sian fighters. Kazakh fighters won cess in recent Olympic Games and “As for the EXPO – our pavilion sary of Thai-Kazakh relations. all but one bout and were presented especially because of Gennady is more than 95 percent complete. “When we were thinking about certificates and cups by the guests “GGG” Golovkin. We are one of the five countries what could interest Kazakhs, we of honour – Muaythai Federation “One of our boxers said he was which made the most progressive thought boxing was one of the ar- of Kazakhstan President Karim inspired by the famous Kazakh preparations, because we consider eas where we could connect and Massimov, Kazakh Minister for boxer Gennady Golovkin. He said Kazakhstan as our friend. What- this is how we decided to hold this Religious and Civil Society Af- although he had another competi- ever we can do to prove that our event,” said Thai Ambassador Nat fairs Nurlan Yermekbayev, Thai tion planned, he cancelled that one commitments are serious and want Pinyowattanacheep. Advisor to the Minister of Foreign and arrived in Kazakhstan because to make the EXPO a success – we “We contacted the Muaythai Affairs Chaisiri Anamarn and the of his inspiration. Golovkin is very will do it! We will tell our people Federation of Kazakhstan and Thai ambassador himself. famous in Thailand. Thai people to visit Astana to see how beautiful they were supportive of our idea. Although the three-minute, also know Kazakhstan from vol- the city is with so many activities Then we contacted our federation three-round matches were arranged leyball and weightlifting, when to do during EXPO,” he said. C EXPO 2017 SPECIAL

WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 Astana ready to welcome the world for EXPO 2017 017 will undoubtedly go down as by dozens of countries from around the a momentous year in the history world, to the incredible gravity-defying of Kazakhstan. In January, the “Reflekt” show by Cirque de Soleil, it country took up its seat on the promises to be an experience that will 2United Nations Security Council, the live long in the memory. Indeed, EXPO first time a Central Asian nation has been 2017 was a driving factor in helping given such a responsibility. Kazakhstan become one of the New York This gives our country a vital and Times’ “top 52 places to visit in 2017” as important role in helping shape peace it hailed the country’s “earnest transition and stability around the world. Secondly, from oil state to eco-destination.” Kazakhstan has made valuable contribu- EXPO 2017 is more than about be- tions in the search for a solution to the on- ing just an entertaining and spectacular going conflict and humanitarian disaster destination, as important as that may be. in Syria. Several rounds of talks under the Nations from every corner of the world Astana Process have taken place, bring- are coming together to share and discuss ing together all the sides of the devastat- one of the most pressing issues that faces ing civil war, and the so called guarantor mankind – our future energy. It’s argu- states, to help them find a lasting settle- ably the biggest and most important event ment. Now Kazakhstan has the responsi- that’s focused on creating a clean and bility to deliver a successful EXPO 2017 sustainable future for us all. Kazakhstan in Astana for visitors from near and far. has an abundance of oil and gas reserves In many ways, EXPO 2017 has but we are also the first to admit that similarities with these important global global supplies are finite, which is a sign responsibilities. The event spearheads an of a mature and future-looking nation international effort to address the energy that considers the long-term future of this challenges of the 21st century as it helps country and all others on Earth. create a more stable and prosperous The exhibition will showcase develop- future for the entire planet. This forward- ments from around the world in the field looking approach to long-term stability of renewable energy, including the latest and prosperity is entirely consistent with advances in areas, such as wind power, President Nursultan Nazarbayev’s call to solar energy, renewable fuel and clean the United Nations General Assembly in coal technologies. It, therefore, promises 2015 for “a strategy that would eliminate to stimulate the mind as much as it does for good the threat of war and its causes.” the senses. A plentiful and sustainable energy supply The event has a major role to play in to all parts of the world will help create Kazakhstan’s goal of becoming one of the conditions for peaceful co-existence. world’s top 30 global economies by 2050. Kazakhstan is blessed with a rich abun- Indeed, it has been designed to “drive the dance of natural resources. Our country next stage of our industrial development is a major global exporter of oil and gas, and diversification with a new emphasis as well as uranium and other rare earth on sustainability, high-tech and skills.” metals. So, some may be surprised that The global event will also act as a Astana is hosting a major event that is catalyst for tourism to Kazakhstan by dedicated to renewable energy. But Ka- giving the opportunity for visitors from zakhstan sees no contradiction between near and far to experience Astana for supplying today’s energy needs while also the first time. They will be able to take being committed to the development of in the wider sights of our capital city, sustainable and cleaner energy that will including its world-class architecture, benefit future generations. The two are culture and cuisine. They can also be not mutually exclusive in our progressive assured of the warmest welcome and vision. famous hospitality that the people of For those attending EXPO 2017 under Kazakhstan will provide like few can do the title Future Energy, there will be the elsewhere on Earth. opportunity to visit numerous awe- So, the world, welcome to Astana and inspiring exhibits. From pavilions hosted welcome to Kazakhstan! Dozens of events to entertain Astana during EXPO class stars performing for capital A one-day entrance ticket is (June 10), Day of the Capital (July energy. They will entice you and projection through the prism of the By Zhazira Dyussembekova residents and guests throughout 6,000 tenge (US$19.30) or 8,000 6), Constitution Day (Aug. 30) and bring you to viewing the climax of four elements (wind, water, earth the summer. Tickets for EXPO tenge (US$25.70) for weekend Closing Day (Sept. 10). the first day of the exhibition – the and air),” according to the EXPO ASTANA – Less than two weeks and cultural programme events are days with open dates. Entrance is “Each evening, EXPO will en- multimedia show on the Sphere. website. are left until EXPO 2017 finally being sold or will be sold soon at free for children under six. There tertain its guests with fantastic pa- Future Energy will be revealed Here’s a brief review of the opens. The rich programme will tickets.expo2017astana.com or of- will also be four days with special rades and hi-tech musical and the- and presented under a musical ac- events planned during the three- satisfy different tastes, with world- ficial ticket offices. show programmes – Opening Day atrical processions demonstrating companiment in the form of 3D months long exhibition. JAZZ CLASSICAL MUSIC The Great Gatsby (ballet) Igor Butman and the Moscow 1,000 tenge (US$3.20) plus Energy Hall highlight the history of eccen- Classical music is a major part Enrico Dindo and Kazakh Jazz Orchestra EXPO ticket June 15 tric Gatsby in a new light. A mix of the programme. Many re- State Academic Symphony Or- 1,000 tenge (US$3.20) plus of classical and contemporary July 15 JAZZIA is three days of perfor- nowned musicians, conductors chestra EXPO ticket dance, symphonic and jazz music Energy Hall mances by world-famous music groups from different countries, and orchestras will be visiting July 1 “The Great Gatsby” is a pro- and cinematography, “The Great 1,000 tenge (US$3.20) plus including East Drive Band, Bill and performing at the EXPO’s 1,000 tenge (US$3.20) plus ject of an international team of Gatsby” was directed by Dwight EXPO ticket Evans Quartet, Shai Maestro Trio, Energy Hall. EXPO ticket professionals from the United Rhoden, the most in-demand JAZZIA 2017 International Billy Cobham Band, Lee Ritenour State Ensemble of Classical Andrea Lucchesini and Ka- States, Russia and Ukraine. The choreographer of contemporary Jazz Festival Band and Marcus Miller. A must- Music – The Kazakh Camerata zakh State Academic Symphony ballet has elements of modern dance, according to The New Aug. 15-17 see event for all music lovers, es- presenting “The Beatles go Ba- Orchestra dance and cinematography to York Times. Energy Hall pecially those who like jazz. roque” July 2 June 18 – 21 1,000 tenge (US$3.20) plus THE SPIRIT OF TENGRI Cirque du Soleil REFLEKT 1,000 tenge (US$3.20) plus EXPO ticket The Spirit of Tengri/Niyaz – The Spirit of Tengri/Daffer Cirque du Soleil Pavilion tator wanting more and with an EXPO ticket David Fray The Fourth Light Project Youseff June 16 – Sept. 9 emotionally-packed experience Mischa Maisky and Lily July 8 July 20 Aug. 20 4,000 – 6,000 tenge (US$12.80- that will last a lifetime,” notes the Maisky 1,000 tenge (US$3.20) plus Energy Hall Energy Hall $19.30) plus EXPO ticket EXPO website. The famous Cana- June 24 EXPO ticket 1,000 tenge (US$3.20) plus 1,000 tenge (US$3.20) plus “Inspired by the history of the dian entertainment company has 1,000 tenge (US$3.20) plus Kurmangazy Kazakh State EXPO ticket EXPO ticket Kazakh nomadic culture, RE- created a special show for EXPO EXPO ticket Academic Orchestra of Folk In- FLEKT is a mysterious tale that and the team will present 71 shows Kuss Quartet and Misha struments Maisky July 11-13 ASTANA OPERA explores the idea of renewable hu- with seven-eight performances per Kazakh Forte-Trio (Concert July 24 June 25 1,000 tenge (US$3.20) plus man energy as we journey towards week. No. 4) with Golden Pages of Placido Domingo’s perfor- 1,000 tenge (US$3.20) plus EXPO ticket a sustainable future. REFLEKT The performances will take Chamber Music mance of Verdi’s “La Traviata” EXPO ticket Thomas Gould, Julien Quen- showcases traditional circus acts place on the exhibition grounds, June 8 Aug. 1 Maurice Steger and Lautten tin, Mary Bevan & Sandi Toka mixed with never-before-seen ex- so visitors also need to purchase Abai (opera) State Woodwind Quintet concert Compagney Nova ecutions at Cirque du Soleil, de- an EXPO ticket for the same day June 11 Aug. 15 June 30 Sept. 2 livering awe-inspiring acrobatic in addition to a ticket for RE- Kazakh State String Quartet Notre Dame de Paris (ballet) 1,000 tenge (US$3.20) plus 1,000 tenge (US$3.20) plus acts that always leave the spec- FLEKT. named after Zhubanova Aug. 16 EXPO ticket EXPO ticket June 16 Teatro Alla Scala tour. Verdi’s Manon (ballet) “Falstaff” POPULAR MUSIC June 17 Sept. 1 BI-2, Mumiy Troll Saryarka Republican Cycle Kyz Zhibek (opera) Teatro Alla Scala tour. Ludwig Saryarka Republican Cycle Track Track June 23 van Beethoven. Symphony No. 9 July 1 Aug. 5 Kyz Zhibek (opera) outdoor Sept. 7 6,000 – 23,000 tenge (US$19.30- 6,000 – 23,000 tenge (US$19.30- performance Other major venues include July 5 $74) $74) Astana Ballet Theatre, Kazakh Madame Butterfly (opera) Central Concert Hall, National Thirty Seconds to Mars Limp Bizkit July 2 July 16 Museum of Kazakhstan, Palace of Saryarka Republican Cycle Finale of Placide Domingo Op- Independence and Barys Arena. Astana Arena Track Not on sale yet eralia International Competition Full information is available on Aug. 12 Black Star Party (MOT, Kris- of Young Vocalists the website. tina Si, L’One, Timati) 6,000 – 28,000 tenge (US$19.30- Saryarka Republican Cycle $90) Please visit the official website dozens of other concerts, exhibitions Track Eros Ramazzotti where all of the above-listed events and festivals will be taking place at July 8 Saryarka Republican Cycle are scheduled and displayed, as various venues in the city. Full in- 6,000 – 23,000 tenge (US$19.30- Track quite a bit of non-approved infor- formation and tickets are available US$74) Aug. 19 mation has been circulating. New at www.expo2017culture.kz, which Polina Gagarina & Egor 6,000 – 28,000 tenge (US$19.30- concerts may be added. was created by the Kazakh Ministry Kreed $90) In addition to the listed events, of Culture and Sports. C2 EXPO 2017 SPECIAL

WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 115 states and 22 international organisations to take part in EXPO, Kazakh national commissioner says tory of the state and show advanced As we know, you gave a number ists do we expect? What are we do- zakhstan and EXPO 2017 were for By Dina Omarkulova technologies and innovations. The of lectures on EXPO for Kazakh ing to attract foreign guests? the first time included into the top 52 United Kingdom will exhibit gra- students in the run-up to the ex- Yes, you are right. The success of places to visit in 2017 by the New In this interview, Rapil Zho- phene, a material of the future that hibition. How are youth preparing EXPO directly depends on the num- York Times and the top 17 places shybayev, Kazakhstan’s National can dramatically change energy gen- for the exhibition? What questions ber of visitors. We expect more than by Huffington Post, as well as in the EXPO 2017 Commissioner recount- eration and consumption approach- do they ask? 2 million visitors at the exhibition, list of “Time Out Abu Dhabi,” along ed the story of the preparations for es. Germany will display modern To attract scientific circles and 15 percent of whom are expected to with other world tourism centres. the biggest event of the year for Ka- electric cars and smart houses that leading research centres [to EXPO be foreign tourists. zakhstan and the world, spoke about generate more energy than they con- 2017], we visited the US Silicon During my visits, we have signed How will the exhibition’s in- what to expect during the exhibition sume. Switzerland will show energy Valley and Stanford University, 47 memorandums of cooperation frastructure be used after EXPO and what future use there will be for independent and eco-friendly houses graduates of which have founded with tourist associations of the 2017? its premises once all the pavilions using new technologies. Romania many start-ups; Bangalore, India’s world, among them the Pacific Asia The success of the exhibition is are emptied in September. will demonstrate the fastest laser in Silicon Valley and a major indus- Travel Association and tourist as- also defined by the post-exhibition the world and Thailand will exhibit trial technology park of Skolkovo sociations from Russia, China, Ger- period. In EXPO history there are On April 21 at the meeting on renewable energy technologies using in Moscow; major innovation cen- many, Poland, Latvia, Singapore, examples of inefficient use of in- preparations for EXPO 2017, the agricultural waste. tres in the [Commonwealth of Inde- Malaysia, Korea, Azerbaijan, Turk- frastructure, when facilities stayed head of state positively evaluated pendent States]; Australian univer- menistan and others. empty after the exhibition. Here I the work done to attract interna- Rapil Zhoshybayev EXPO is not only about new sities such as Australian National In order to attract foreign tourists, would like to mention that our head tional participants to the exhibi- technologies and exhibition pa- University and Monash University; the Astana EXPO 2017 National of state, from the very beginning, tion. Please tell us about what you In general, at this stage, we are vilions. What international events and leading universities of Singa- Company actively participates and attached great importance to the did and what difficulties you faced? focused on interacting with national will be held within the exhibition? pore, Malaysia and the United Arab presents our country in such inter- use of the exhibition facilities after To fulfill the task of the head of section commissioners and coordi- Yes, you are right. A number of Emirates. national exhibitions as ITB Berlin EXPO 2017. state aimed at attracting countries nating organisational and protocol major international and cultural Now we continue this practice in (Germany), JATA (Japan), PATA As you know, on the initiative of and international organisations to matters regarding major interna- events will be held during the our country, visiting universities and (India, Indonesia), COTTOM (Chi- the President, EXPO 2017 infra- the exhibition, the Ministry of For- tional events and high-level visits, exhibition. As you are aware, on scientific centres. I would like to say na), MITT (Russia), ITE (Hong structure will be used to establish eign Affairs together with the for- as well as content of international June 9, together with the official that the youth shows great interest Kong) and WTM (UK). the Astana International Financial eign missions of Kazakhstan and pavilions. opening ceremony of EXPO 2017, in the EXPO. Some 4,500 students Road shows are held in target Centre (AIFC), the International the Astana EXPO 2017 national the summit of Shanghai Coopera- have been selected as volunteers. states: China, Russia, France, Ko- Centre on the Development of company have done a lot of work. What new technologies in green tion Organisation (SCO) heads of They are preparing the exhibition rea, Azerbaijan and Japan. Follow- Green Technologies and Investment We planned to attract 100 countries energy are to be showcased at the state will be held. So far, we ex- and undergoing special training. ing the results of presentations, over Projects under the UN, as well as and 10 international organisations expo? pect visits by the leadership of I was impressed by the scien- 30 agreements with foreign tour op- the International Technology Park but managed to reach 115 states and The Future Energy theme chosen SCO member states, observers tific innovations of students in the erators have been signed on ticket of IT Start-ups. 22 international organisations. by the head of state has drawn the and special guests. sphere of green technologies, many sales for EXPO. The AIFC will follow the exam- I would like to note that attract- attention of the whole international In general, during the 93 days of of which will be demonstrated at Moreover, the “EXPO Caravan” ple of such advanced financial cen- ing international participants is a community. During negotiations the exhibition, we expect a large our pavilion. The Al-Farabi Kazakh has been launched. This is a port- tres of the world as London, Hong difficult process consisting of sev- with the exhibition participants, I number of delegations and tourists. National University created a centre able interactive pavilion that uses Kong, Dubai and Singapore. In or- eral stages. First, this includes pre- see this theme is truly relevant. Within expo it is planned to hold a of green technologies in the run-up new technologies such as a 3D der to actively attract foreign invest- senting invitations to international In general, during the exhibi- number of major international con- to the exhibition that is used as a printer, augmented reality glasses, ment, the centre will offer unprec- participants on behalf of the head tion we will be able to see pro- ferences with the participation of platform for implementing projects wind-powered chargers and inter- edented conditions. It will be based of state and the prime minister of jects we could only dream about. ministers of energy and tourism. with renewable energy sources. active touch screens to offer an op- on English law principles that will Kazakhstan. After that, we work on EXPO 2017 will serve as the attrac- The exhibition’s closing ceremony During lectures, students ask portunity to get detailed information ensure justice and increase confi- attracting them to the exhibition by tion centre for new technologies. will coincide with the first Organi- many different questions, and this about Kazakhstan, its capital and dence in Kazakhstan among foreign negotiating at different levels, mak- This is a wonderful opportunity for sation of Islamic Cooperation sum- is very good. Many of them are in- regions and help explain why the investors. ing presentations and holding meet- our young scientists to introduce mit on science and technology with terested in the origin of the idea of Astana EXPO is worth visiting. President of Kazakhstan Nursul- ings. The next stage is obtaining an their ideas even if they seem to be the participation of heads of mem- hosting the exhibition in Astana and In addition, starting from January tan Nazarbayev proposed establish- official note with confirmation of a absurd and unreal. The technologi- ber states. Every day, participating the bidding process for the right to 1, a visa-free regime was introduced ing the UN International Centre on state’s participation. Once the note cal progress is so fast that we do not countries will hold National Days, hold it. for citizens of the Organisation for the Development of Green Technol- is received, we start discussing the even notice we are living in a differ- during which every visitor will have I would like to note the impor- Economic Cooperation and Devel- ogies and Investment Projects at the terms of participation, the size of ent world. an opportunity to experience their tance of the participation of youth opment (OECD), EU countries and 70th UN General Assembly. This pavilions. Participating countries Every participating country tries to culture, traditions and customs as and volunteers in such an event. For the United Arab Emirates, Malay- project has already been recognised appoint national section commis- develop the theme of the Astana ex- well as to try national cuisine and example, when we participated in sia, Singapore and Monaco which by the international community and sioners and reserve National Days. hibition and is ready to share its ex- beverages. exhibitions in Yeosu and Milan, it allows them to enter and stay in the supported by the UN. The main outcome of such negotia- perience in renewal energy sources. In addition, the Ministry of Cul- was volunteers who gave us our im- territory of our country for up to 30 As you are aware, in the begin- tions is signing of the participation For example, China will demonstrate ture and Sport, the Akimat (city pression of the countries and their days without visas. ning of the year in his address to the contract. the development history of Chinese administration) of Astana and the citizens, since they meet guests with From early June, air companies people of Kazakhstan titled “Third It should be noted the decision energy with the help of interactive Astana EXPO 2017 National Com- smiles, accompany them and as- from Poland, Hungary, Finland and Modernisation of Kazakhstan: to participate in the expo cannot be 3D technologies and show how an pany have developed a calendar of sist in pavilions. I believe the youth China will open new flights from Global Competitiveness,” the Presi- made at once. This is quite a long “artificial sun” – a model of a fusion cultural and sport events for guests will play a special role in promot- Warsaw, Budapest, Helsinki and dent assigned the government with and complex process. In accordance reactor created by Chinese scientists of the city and EXPO 2017. In to- ing a positive image of the country Beijing with an overall frequency of creating the International Technol- with internal procedures in most – works. Korea will showcase smart tal, over the three months [of expo], and presenting the hospitality of the 11 flights in a week. ogy Park of IT Start-ups at one of states, it takes time to approve the grids, fuel cell vehicles and advanced 3,000 different events are planned people of Kazakhstan. Kazakh air companies are plan- the EXPO 2017 facilities. budget, assess feasibility, define re- energy saving solutions. The Nether- in Astana. It will be very interesting. ning to open new flights to such cit- All these initiatives should serve sponsible state agencies, et cetera. lands will present a holographic show That is why I would like to seize this One of the main criteria of a ies as Xi’an, Kiev, Yerevan, Chely- as the foundation for attracting en- These activities have already been using projection, hologram technolo- opportunity to invite everybody to successful EXPO is the number of abinsk and others. trepreneurs, investors and new tech- completed. gies and sound effects to tell the his- EXPO 2017 tourists who visit. How many tour- One of the outcomes is that Ka- nology from the whole world. Enjoying Astana at night Residents discuss benefits, a folklore symbol, was embodied in designed for the climatic conditions By Aigerim Sadykova a beautiful tower of 97 meters, ex- of windy Astana. The fascinating cluding a basement floor, Baiterek view of the whole night city from a ASTANA – The capital city of Gallery and a small café. The Akor- height of 65 metres makes the heart inconveniences of exhibition Kazakhstan is making it interest- da residence, the Palace of Peace soar. nesses for services in hotels, air- our capital in terms of money; ing to walk around at night during and Harmony and other sites of Also, residents and guests of By Kamila Zhumabayeva lines and other areas. therefore, I think in the future we Expo 2017. Astana can be seen from the bird’s- Astana can enjoy 10 minutes or 12 “In a tax form, this money will will see what the exhibition gave The Yessil River is the best eye view at Baiterek. minutes go-cart racing till 12 p.m. ASTANA – Some capital resi- renew the city’s budget. The exhi- to this country and Astana. It is choice to start your walk. This area The highlighting of the main for 2,200 tenge (US$7) and 3,300 dents are happy the much-talked- bition gives a job to entrepreneurs early to make judgments about it connects the architecturally innova- symbols in Astana are composed of tenge (US$10), at a court located about EXPO 2017 will benefit and joy to ordinary people,” she now,” he added. tive left bank and the older part of full-colour LEDs and floodlights. near the Ferris Wheel. the city, entrepreneurs and Ka- said. Dina Botabayeva believes this town on the right bank of the river, The Dancing or Singing Fountain The shopping centres are located zakhstan’s image. To others, Serik Abduov does not enjoy is a grand occasion for the capi- which shows how the city looked near the Baiterek is full of light and a short distance from each other. however, it seems like a waste telling people about Kazakhstan tal city, as a variety of important years ago. Visitors can witness a offers the classical music, which Therefore, it’s better to go walk- of budget money and resulting when traveling abroad, so EXPO events often take place there. She beautiful sunset and bridge reflect- can be observed only at night. ing or ride a bike. The Astana Bike discomfort. The Astana Times 2017 will do the talking for him. feels EXPO 2017 is more of a cul- ed in the river before the most spec- The road from the Yessil River Company sells cards for rent at interviewed several residents to “Unfortunately, the country is tural event. tacular Sun Fountain laser show be- leads to the full-time Central Park, the Keruen City shopping centre get their impressions of the up- not always known far beyond its “For example, cultural events gins. The Sun Fountain shows and where everyone who wants can for 500 tenge (about US$2). Bicy- coming international specialised borders; that’s why for me, EXPO are held more often in Almaty animated movie about the history ride on attractions such as a roller cle stations are located 30 minutes exposition. 2017 is a chance to showcase our rather than Astana, while this time of Kazakhstan will run at 9:00 p.m., coaster, five element and Flight on a from each other to let users borrow “As a resident, the upcoming country. This exhibition will not the capital was selected to host the 9:30 p.m., 10:00 p.m. and 10:30 Rocket for kids. The most beautiful a bicycle for free as every 30 min- expo exhibition pleases me, with simply be about new technologies, exhibition. Many people can come p.m. On the way, ice cream, candy- attraction there is French carousel, utes are free of charge. a chance to see new technologies but also Kazakhstan. We can dem- and get to know Astana thanks to floss, corn on the cob and even boat also called Carousel with horses. It The most beloved shopping cen- in the energy field as well as other onstrate our culture, cuisine, hos- the expo. This is important and in- riding are available. The river trip is an identical analogue of the car- tre in Astana is the biggest tent in events tied to the exhibition such pitality and our capital,” he said. teresting to me as a native, that the lasts 50 minutes along to the Akor- ousel near the Eiffel Tower in Paris. the world called Khan Shatyr, de- as concerts, circus, performances The lead-up to the exhibition city is changing due to this exhibi- da presidential residence and costs The highest in Kazakhstan Ferris signed by famous British architect and exhibitions,” said entrepreneur does not always create a positive tion. Various new technologies are 1,000 tenge (US$3) per person. Wheel is not far from Central Park, Lord Norman Foster. The well- Gulnara Ashirbayeva. impression, as all the buzz around being introduced, like for example Another attraction at night is the located at 4 Kabanbai Batyr Av- known Mega Silk Way shopping Families will have an opportuni- the event and its preparations can stands for charging mobile phones Baiterek monument. The Baiterek, enue. The Ferris wheel is specially centre near EXPO is not only the ty to rest and learn something new result in dissatisfaction. People near the Congress Hall concert biggest one in the country, but also on their off-days. don’t always like it when a lot of hall. I think we wouldn’t have this represents all world brands like “We can also invite our relatives money is being spent from the without EXPO 2017,” she noted. Starbucks, KFC food restaurants and friends to Astana and as part of state budget. Botabayeva is glad the exhibi- and Enrico Marinelli and Massimo showing the city to them, we can “Getting to work gave me dis- tion will be held, despite the fact Dutti clothing stores. take them to this grand happen- comfort at traffic jams, as many that a lot of money was spent on Places where residents and guests ing and attend all the activities to roads are under renovation and a it. She suggests the event is more of Astana like to have fun are the be held within the exhibition,” she lot of construction work is going about human resources and energy Hemingway lounge bar, Coffee added. on. Areas near houses are dug up rather than money. Boom coffee house, Gotham Bar Ashirbayeva noted while all in- and all that,” said Abduov. “Many foreigners are interested pub, Fashion and Icon night clubs ternational expositions cost quite Yet he believes the exhibition will in coming to visit the exhibition with an average bill of 5,000 tenge a bit of money, they are worth it. benefit the country, certain indi- and see the city. Many people (US$16). In addition to providing entertain- viduals, entrepreneurs and ordinary think wrongly about Astana, like it Night express route goes around ment and insight, such events help citizens who can receive some divi- is a place where horses and yurts the main touristic zones, moving boost Kazakhstan’s image in the dend from it in the long run. are. They will understand that daily from the Astana railway sta- world, make it recognisable and “I think it is really hard to evalu- Astana is modern when they come tion toward the airport. attract tourists who pay local busi- ate the prestige of the country and to visit,” she said. C3 EXPO 2017 SPECIAL

WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 Astana’s new railway station, opening June 1, to include food court, shopping boutiques

Trains will also arrive inside the Sklyar told the media. “Undoubt- advanced technologies, involv- By Inga Seleznyova six-storey station, which will in- edly, we assume that this will be ing more than 1,000 workers. clude numerous elevators and es- one of the best railway stations The trains will now arrive inside Astana’s new Nurly Zhol rail- calators. not only in the territory of the the station – to ensure passen- way station, opening June 1, will “The station has an aestheti- post-Soviet space but throughout gers are warm during the winter feature a food court, shopping cally pleasing appearance and the world,” he said. and comfortable in summer’s boutiques, lounges and a sepa- will include many technological The management of the new heat. The new station is being the suit of the concept of future be free to get to the station both rate CIP-zone, modelled after VIP features. When it was being de- station expects a passenger flow built according to all interna- energy. on public buses or their vehicles. zones, Deputy Minister for Invest- signed, modern standards were of approximately 12 million tional and modern standards and Trains will arrive on three levels. Inside the station there will be six ment and Development Roman taken into account – standards people a year. The station is be- will include energy-saving el- The overpass will have two floors tracks and one more in reserve, ac- Sklyar announced recently. that such a building requires,” ing built according to the latest evators and escalators to follow of closed parking. Passengers will cording to the station management. EXPO expected to add 200,000 Kazakh TV cars to area roads launches series about ficulties, together with the aki- mat (city administration), we will separately consider each situation and try to solve it,” said Sklyar at EXPO pavilions a May 19 press conference at the entific and technical zones, will Government building. By Yerbolat Uatkhanov be different. To date, it is known To solve the problem of a short- that several large Czech com- age of parking spaces, the city ad- ASTANA – Anticipating Astana panies, known far beyond the ministration has developed meas- EXPO 2017, the Kazakh TV chan- borders of the state, will present ures, such as large parking lots, nel has launched a series of TV their achievements in the field of which will be built in the area of programmes with the participation electric power and green tech- the expo and roads will be recon- of the national EXPO 2017 com- nologies. The Czech delegation structed. Authorities promise to missioners from different coun- is going to surprise visitors with finish repairs on most streets and tries, who discuss the preparation, its cuisine. The Czech Republic is roads leading to the exhibition. construction, concept and content famous for its amber drink and it At the same time, journalists re- of their national pavilions, as well will be offered on the day of na- minded the vice minister about the as the latest developments and ad- tional culture. proposal of the Prosecutor General vances in the use of clean and al- The main idea of the pavilion of to close the entry of non-resident ternative energy sources. Vietnam is attracting the attention personal transport to Astana for the The first programmes were de- of visitors to the natural riches, time of the expo. voted to the national pavilions of beauty and traditional culture of “Urban transport infrastructure Switzerland, the Czech Republic the country. The national pavilion is now actively being repaired, so and Vietnam. of Vietnam will show the latest we believe there will be no ques- The Swiss exhibition called technologies in wind energy pro- than usual traffic during EXPO comfort, but this needs to be done; tions on restricting the entry of Flower Power aims to show the duction. Vietnam plans to attract Staff Report 2017. it is necessary to accommodate personal vehicles. This issue is in beauty and majesty of the Swiss visitors to the pavilion with folk- Presumably about 200,000 peo- that. This is equivalent to when we the competence of the akimat,” landscape. In addition, the crea- lore songs and traditional shows. ASTANA – Vice-Minister for ple will come to visit the exhibi- receive guests at home in a three- commented Sklyar. tors of the TV programme note The water puppet show is a tra- Investments and Development of tion by their private vehicles. room apartment and two rooms According to the ministry’s fore- that special attention in the na- Kazakhstan Roman Sklyar warned “It is clear that we, residents of are occupied by guests. Something cast, the exhibition will receive tional pavilion of Switzerland For more about the Astana residents to expect heavier the city, will feel some kind of dis- like that. These are temporary dif- more than 2 million visits. will be given to the exhibition of scientific laboratories and com- upcoming exhibition panies. It is expected that Glass 2 Energy and CSCM will show and its pavilions the most interesting technologies from different of synthesised solar cells. ABB Astana modernises public transportation company will showcase its own countries, see new exhibition of electricity produc- an audio system in Kazakh, Rus- editions of the Expo tion and SICPA will manufacture By Aigerim Sadykova sian, English and Chinese. security ink. It is expected that Residents and guests of the capi- Commissioners the Swissnex laboratory will be ASTANA – The UrbanWay tal since May 2016 have been us- very popular in the Swiss pavil- programme on hybrid environmentally friendly ing the new Astra Plat payment ion. Also, the Swiss pavilion will buses that consume less fuel have system and Smart Card Payment Kazakh TV or at provide a culinary show with tra- been imported for EXPO 2017. System for express and suburban ditional Swiss dishes. The city is also modernising its routes. The new system has made kazakh-tv.kz. The central theme of the Czech transportation system for the ex- the payment procedure easier, of- national pavilion will be non- position, starting with the Astra fering extra possibilities to choose ditional show, created in the 11th standard solutions for environ- Plat payment system, ending with the right tariff and make the cash century. Today’s Vietnamese pup- mental problems. The introduc- upgraded bus stations, including flow more transparent. According pet theatre is a unique variation of tion of green technologies into E-libraries. to the city administration, if pas- the ancient Asian puppet tradition. all spheres of life is a priority Iveco Bus World brand de- sengers don’t have time to buy a The Vietnamese pavilion will of- for the country, which does not livered 210 UrbanWay Euro VI transport card, they can buy a sin- fer Vietnamese noodles and spring have a large territory or rich re- and UrbanWay Hybrid 12 metre gle ticket with a QR-code in the rolls. and 18 metre buses for the city’s cab terminal, which is installed sources. The Czech exhibition If you want to know more about public transport system. The Ur- next to bus drivers. will be called Ingenious Solution. the upcoming international exhibi- banway Hybrid buses use up to 30 The city administration has also It is planned that not only exhib- tion and its pavilions from differ- percent less fuel than conventional resolved the problem with the no- its, which will be presented at ent countries, see the following buses. The Iveco Bus is considered tifications concerning public trans- the exhibition by the Czech side, issues of the expo Commissioners Astana’s official fleet supplier of portation. A mobile application but also the exhibition pavilion, programme at Kazakh TV or at public transportation as 570 buses Astra Bus available in the Play which will consist of several sci- kazakh-tv.kz. operate in the city. After the exhi- Market and the App Store from bition, the EXPO 2017 Urbanway January 2016 reports the location Hybrid buses will be included in of city buses in real time. In addi- public transport system of Astana. tion, there are special information Eleven bus routes that pass boards near bus stations that show through EXPO 2017 will be ex- the time of the arrival of the buses. panded by adding 103 new buses press route will be launched for will be introduced during EXPO The E-library is an innovation to them. These measures will sig- residents and guests of the capital, 2017. These buses will have a di- that appeared at the Khan Shatyr nificantly reduce the interval from which will begin its itinerary from rect route and a minimum number bus station to popularise reading 10-15 to five to seven minutes and the new Nurly Zhol railway sta- of stops (an average of eight), and among residents of Astana. The increase the daily capacity from tion. The first night bus launched they will stop only in the main E-library has more than 10,000 150,000 to 260,000 trips, accord- in April moves daily in The Astana places of mass congestion. books written by various authors. ing to the State Administration of railway station – Astana Interna- The Astana city administration There is a special mobile applica- Public Transportation of Astana’s tional Airport direction from mid- recommends using double decker tion called Kitap.kz, which allows official website. night to 06:00 a.m. excursion buses to see the sights of you to read books without the in- Moreover, another night ex- Also, seven new Shuttle Buses the capital. They are equipped with ternet. C4 EXPO 2017 SPECIAL

WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 Singapore Pavilion to Present “Small City, Big Ideas” at Astana EXPO 2017 Photo credit: Ministry of Trade and Industry, Singapore and Industry, Ministry of Trade Photo credit: Photo credit: Singapore Tourism Board Tourism Singapore Photo credit: Artist’s impression of the Singapore Pavillion at EXPO 2017. Singapore’s city skyline.

By Jonathan Young more than 200 cities in 60 coun- with Kazakhstan, which will en- through research, experimentation Authority, Singapore, also fa- has developed including initiatives tries. Every day, 200 shipping courage further investments be- and innovation, we have developed cilitates dialogue on clean energy. by government agencies. It will also ASTANA – Singapore is a thriv- lines run to more than 600 ports in tween the two countries. approaches and solutions that bal- This week-long international plat- highlight the commercial solutions ing, modern and global city; a 123 countries. Singapore’s strong Kazakhstan, like Singapore, ance our three policy objectives form brings energy leaders to- to overcome some of the challenges global hub for commerce, finance, regional and international connec- aims to be a hub in its region. This - energy security, economic com- gether to exchange ideas and gen- in implementing renewable energy. shipping and travel. Its airport is petitiveness and environmental erate insights on staying nimble, These solutions cut across the gener- amongst the world’s most effi- Lee Kuan Yew, the founding Prime Minister of sustainability. We hope to share navigating challenges, and seizing ation, transmission and consumption cient; its container port amongst these solutions at EXPO 2017. opportunities in the evolving en- of energy. Important solutions such the world’s busiest. It is ranked Singapore: “After independence, I searched for Through the Singapore Pavilion, ergy landscape. The 10th edition of as demand response (DR) aimed at the most sustainable city in Asia some dramatic way to distinguish ourselves from visitors will see how Singapore, as SIEW will be held at Singapore’s managing peak energy demand, and and second in the world, accord- a living lab, is test-bedding and im- Marina Bay Sands from October reduction of energy costs to consum- ing to the Sustainable Cities Index other Third World countries. I settled for a clean plementing many new solutions to 23-27, 2017. Registration opens on ers will be displayed. Smart technol- 2016. Singapore started its jour- bring about advanced and new en- July 1. ogy solutions aimed at providing ney as a poor developing nation. and green Singapore. One arm of my strategy ergy solutions that will help Singa- Singapore has seen strong growth energy users with more information It is familiar with the experience was to make Singapore into an oasis in Southeast pore to meet its future energy needs momentum in its clean energy sec- about their energy consumption pat- of many developing nations, hav- efficiently and sustainably,” said tor. For instance, solar PV deployed terns will also be highlighted. ing to overcome the challenges of Asia, for if we had First World standards then Senior Minister of State for Trade in Singapore has grown from less In addition, Singapore will con- growing the economy and creating businessmen and tourists would make us a base & Industry, Dr Koh Poh Koon. than 1 MWp in 2008 to 126 MWp duct a Capacity Building Pro- enough jobs for its people on a sus- in 2016. The increased adoption of gramme throughout the duration tainable basis. for their business and tours of the region.” cost-competitive solar energy has of the Expo, specially designed Through developing multiple Clean energy opened up new opportunities for for policy makers and regulators growth engines to enhance the tions offer a good base for compa- creates potential opportunities for development amid innovation and economic growth. from Central Asia and neighbour- economy’s robustness and resil- nies to use Singapore as a spring- Singapore to share our experience Singapore’s clean energy industry ing countries. Through the Pro- ience against external shocks, as board into the larger ASEAN and expertise in areas such as ur- Singapore’s constraints has grown from a modest base of gramme, Singapore aims to pro- well as minimise over-reliance on market. Companies from all over ban solutions, master planning, As a small, densely populated about ten companies in 2007, to mote best practices in sustainable any one industry or sector, Singa- the world have chosen to anchor information technology, business city-state, Singapore has had to around 100 in 2016. Singapore is development, urban planning and pore has successfully transformed themselves in Singapore. services, education, oil and gas, address the challenges of resource now well positioned to serve the future energy, and encourage great- into a globally-oriented, broad- Companies can also tap Sin- and engineering. constraints from the very beginning growing regional and global de- er exchange of knowledge and ex- based and diversified economy, gapore’s strong network of trade Singapore is also working with of its development. Singapore’s mand for clean energy solutions. pertise in new energy solutions. while ensuring that development and investment agreements. To the Eurasian Economic Commis- key energy strategies have been to The Singapore Pavilion will of- was not at the expense of environ- date, the country has 21 Free sion to explore the possibility of promote the efficient use of energy, ficially open on June 10, 2017. mental sustainability. Trade Agreements (FTA) and Eco- a Free Trade Agreement with the competitive energy markets, and Singapore pavilion The Pavilion will be operational Today, Singapore strives to main- nomic Partnership Agreements Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) investing in technology and inno- at Astana EXPO 2017 everyday throughout the 3-month tain a globally-competitive, high- with countries around the world. of which Kazakhstan is a member. vation to address its own energy Themed “Small City, Big Ide- period for 12 hours daily. Official end manufacturing sector while Together with its wide network If realised, this will further boost security, competitiveness and envi- as”, the Singapore Pavilion will operating hours for the pavilion supporting a well-diversified servic- of Double Taxation Avoidance trade between EAEU countries ronmental sustainability needs. highlight Singapore’s reputation as is from 0930 to 2130 hours daily. es sector. Investing in new growth Agreements (DTA) and Bilateral and Singapore, which amounted to Among the various clean energy a garden city, as well as its efforts There will also be a Singapore Day areas such as urban solutions, data Investment Treaties (BIT), com- USD $3.31 billion in 2016. options, solar photovoltaic (PV) in creating an ecosystem which celebration on 25 July 2017, where analytics and satellite technologies, panies will find Singapore a good With its participation in Astana currently has the greatest potential supports the development of ef- Singapore will showcase the Sin- the nation also continues to wel- place to base their business to get EXPO 2017, Singapore is looking for wider deployment in Singapore. fective solutions for a sustainable gapore story to international and come foreign direct investment and connections in Southeast Asia and forward to future collaboration with Singapore has therefore taken active future. Spanning 385 square me- Kazakhstan audience. encourage local companies to ven- the larger Asia Pacific. Kazakhstan in sustainable develop- steps to promote its deployment. tres, the Pavilion will feature six Singapore Pavilion website: ture into markets abroad. ment. Possible areas for collabora- The Government has enhanced its zones, each providing visitors with www.astanaexpo2017sg.com Opportunities tion include clean energy and smart regulatory frameworks and facili- a unique experience. Singapore Pavilion Facebook Doing business cities solutions in water and waste tated innovative business models The Pavilion will feature 10 key Page: www.facebook.com/astana- for greater collaboration management. Over the years, many and financing in clean energy. Sin- ideas or solutions that Singapore expo2017sg in Singapore, Singapore companies have devel- gapore has also made significant in- between Singapore and oped strong expertise in develop- vestments in Energy Research, De- the Gateway to Asia ing sustainable solutions for both velopment & Deployment (RD&D) Singapore is one of the best Kazakhstan companies domestic and international markets. to enhance Singapore’s position as places in the world to do business. Trade relations between Singa- For example, Surbana Jurong and a living lab and develop cost-com- The World Bank ranks Singapore pore and Kazakhstan are grow- RSP Architects are heavily involved petitive technological solutions that second in the world and the best in ing. In 2016, Kazakhstan was in urban planning work around the can be deployed in Singapore and Asia in the ease of doing business ranked as Singapore’s top trading world, companies like DP Architects beyond, especially in the areas of for 2017. Singapore’s pro-business partner among the five Central are focused at project level design solar PV, energy storage systems environment, connectivity, highly- Asian states (Kazakhstan, Kyr- and firms like Meinhardt specialise and smart grids. In addition, the skilled labour force, access to tal- gyzstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmeni- in the engineering design of these Government has taken the lead to ent, and vibrancy make Singapore stan and Tajikistan). There is a projects. The companies often in- catalyse growth in the clean energy an attractive investment destina- DTA between the two countries, corporate energy sustainability into sector, by aggregating public sector tion. which came into force in August their designs. Sunseap and Semb- demand for solar energy across pub- In addition, a stable political en- 2007. This will relieve double corp are investing in renewable en- lic buildings and spaces under the vironment with clear, consistent taxation of income that is earned ergy projects in the region and other SolarNova programme. A number rules and regulations, and a strong by Singaporeans in Kazakhstan, service providers like Diamond En- of these initiatives will be featured intellectual property framework and vice versa, allowing greater ergy, New Resources Technology in Singapore Pavilion at Astana have also helped the city-state at- opportunities for collaboration and Green Koncepts offer solutions Expo. tract foreign investment and an- between companies that do busi- to better manage energy use. The annual Singapore Inter-

chor multinational companies. ness in these two countries. Sin- “We are a small city and country national Energy Week (SIEW), Sunseap Group Photo credit: Singapore has 4,550 flights to gapore is also negotiating a BIT with many limitations. However, organised by the Energy Market Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels on the rooftop of residential flats in Singapore. France to present cutting edge technologies, culture at EXPO tion is the same as the priorities France will also demonstrate the upper level will be devoted tille Day on July 14, both ob- Staff Report that we support in our country,” its rich spiritual background and to areas for seminars, symposia served during the international he said. cultural traditions, as visitors or debates. The pavilion, with exhibition. Guests on World ASTANA – France will pre- “Renewable energy sources, will see the works of French art- a façade decorated with land- Music Day will enjoy the tra- sent a futuristic electric Peuge- eco-city and eco-transport are ists. Herman’s Mini Aqua, Mar- scapes from various portions of ditional circus rooms and caba- ot, the sculpture of Milena the three main themes of our pa- ianne, by artist-illustrator Ian the nation, can accommodate ret as well as listen to music of Hermon and Marianne, the sym- vilion. Each partner will have a Dalon, and photos of the most more than 200 visitors. southwest France and Brittany. bol of the French Republic, at dedicated zone to demonstrate picturesque corners of country “Seven sections of the first Pavilion partners include EXPO 2017, according to pavil- their interactive elements with will be on display. floor connected by galleries will well-known French companies ion general commissioner Pas- tactile screens and recent de- As the nation that received the show green energy technolo- and organisations like Peugeot, cal Loro. velopments. There will be a right to choose its location on gies. The outstanding figures of Saint-Gobain, Agency for En- “We were one of the first coun- separate section dedicated to all the EXPO 2017 grounds, France France who contributed to the vironment and Energy Manage- tries in the European Union that kinds of future transport, from became the owner of one of the development of world civilisa- ment (ADEME), Syctom, Total, signed a strategic partnership electric scooters to electric cars. largest pavilions at the exhibi- tion will be represented in these Veolia, Vicat and Itar. They aim agreement [with Kazakhstan] The main exhibit will be a com- tion. The two-storey building galleries,” said Loro. to draw the attention of the in- many years ago. Our country pletely new project of Peugeot will demonstrate enterprises The French pavilion will cel- ternational community to the has always actively supported – an electric car with a futuristic with the most advanced achieve- ebrate two national holidays process of climate change and Kazakhstan. The theme chosen design that can be especially ap- ments in the field of future tech- – World Music Day (Fête de la the use of efficient models of by Kazakhstan for this exhibi- pealing to children,” he added. nologies on the first floor, while Musique) on June 21 and Bas- energy consumption.