Residents of Atyrau are gearing up for potential flooding in 2024, with efforts including fortifying the banks of the Ural River and community mobilization to protect the city.
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President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has removed Bagdat Musin from the position of Minister of Digital Development, Innovation, and Aerospace Industry in Kazakhstan, as announced in a decree published on April 30, 2024.
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National Hydrogeological Service "Kazhydrogeology" established in Kazakhstan to conduct comprehensive inventory of underground water resources and implement automated groundwater monitoring systems.
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President Tokayev discusses progress in judicial reforms and integration of IT services with the Chairman of the Supreme Court in Kazakhstan.
in Politics / Kazakhstan,
Changes in the operation of border checkpoints in Kazakhstan are expected on certain dates in 2024, with some closures and restrictions announced by the National Security Committee.
in National Security / Kazakhstan,
Non-cash transactions in Kazakhstan using payment cards are on the rise, with an increase in volume and number compared to the previous year, as reported by the National Bank of Kazakhstan.
in Economy / Kazakhstan,
The draw for the 2024 Billie Jean King Cup play-off round has been made, with Kazakhstan's women's national team set to face South Korea for a chance to advance to the qualification stage.
in Sport / Kazakhstan,
Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektanov explains the decision to not introduce excise taxes on sugar-containing beverages in response to parliamentary request, citing potential decrease in beverage production and need for balance in economic interests.
in Politics / Kazakhstan,
Kazakhstan plans to reform its vehicle tax system to establish fair taxation based on the age and cost of the vehicle, according to Prime Minister Olzhas Bektanov.
in Politics / Kazakhstan,
The Ministry of Water Resources in Kazakhstan provides updates on reservoir levels across different regions, emphasizing the importance of water resources for agriculture and industry utilization. Penalties are also imposed on distributors of fake news about floods.
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