Residents of East Kazakhstan raised issues concerning the need for new medical posts, the modernisation of combined heat and power (CHP) plants, and transport links during meetings with members of the National Kurultai. In Abai Region, discussions with students and teachers focused on workforce training, the protection of teachers’ rights, and inclusive education, El.kz reports citing the Akimats of East Kazakhstan and Abai regions.
Glubokovskoye district proposes opening new medical posts
A meeting with representatives of the district community was attended by National Kurultai member Yerlan Sairov, member of the Kazakhstan Halyk Kenesi Denis Rypakov, and Vice Minister of National Economy Arman Kassenov.
Sairov outlined projects currently being implemented in East Kazakhstan. Four new districts have been established in the region, two airports are under construction, and the country’s highest-altitude bridge and a hematology centre have been commissioned. A major transport interchange is also being constructed in the regional administrative centre.
District residents highlighted the shortage of medical posts in rural settlements. Sairov proposed raising the issue with the Ministry of Healthcare and taking residents’ needs into account when planning new facilities.
“New medical posts need to be built, and existing ones modernised. Social infrastructure must be developed proactively, taking into account the needs of the population,” Yerlan Sairov emphasised.
Denis Rypakov drew attention to the condition of municipal infrastructure. The key issues he identified included reliable heat supply, road repairs, street lighting, and access to safe drinking water. He also stressed the importance of creating favourable conditions for young people in rural areas.
CHP Plant, Medical Staffing and Transport Links with Ust-Kamenogorsk Discussed in Ridder
National Kurultai members Olzhas Nuradinov and Zhuldyz Danbayeva, Vice Minister of Transport Maksat Kaliakparov, Chairman of the Ministry of Healthcare’s Committee for Medical and Pharmaceutical Control Bauyrzhan Zhusupov, and Vice Minister of Energy Erzhan Yertayev visited Ridder.
The meeting addressed the development of the mining industry, the construction of ski resorts, and the condition of the city’s infrastructure.
“At the same time, it is essential to accelerate the modernisation of the combined heat and power plant and upgrade the city’s infrastructure,” Olzhas Nuradinov said.
Zhuldyz Danbayeva highlighted the shortage of healthcare professionals. A 200-bed hospital was recently opened in the city, along with an outpatient clinic designed to accommodate 500 visits. The member of the Kurultai also outlined plans for the construction of perinatal centres and urban hospitals.
Residents of Ridder raised concerns about transport connections with Ust-Kamenogorsk. Maksat Kaliakparov undertook to forward their concerns to the relevant contractors. The Vice Minister also spoke about measures to improve road quality, modernise border crossing points, and support domestic transport operators.
Olzhas Nuradinov also outlined measures to support entrepreneurship. In his Address, the President proposed that the National Kurultai and the Government consider the feasibility of introducing a three-year moratorium on inspections of small and micro-businesses starting in early 2027.
Workforce Training and Urban Development Discussed with Students in Semey
In Abai Region, member of the Kazakhstan People’s Council Nurtai Sabilianov and National Kurultai member Airat Bazenov met with students and faculty members of Shakarim University.
University Chairman of the Board Duman Orynbekov proposed discussing the opportunities the Presidential Address creates for young people’s professional development.
Nurtai Sabilianov drew attention to the condition of roads in Semey, housing affordability, and disruptions to water and heat supply.
Airat Bazenov spoke about the opportunities that artificial intelligence and digitalisation offer young professionals. Participants discussed how to train specialists in line with the needs of the economy and encourage young people to take part in the region’s public life. Students raised questions and presented their initiatives, which the delegation undertook to forward to the relevant government authorities.
Teachers Raise Issues of Administrative Reporting and Inclusive Education
The delegation also met with faculty members and the administration of the Semey College of Business and Services.
Nurtai Sabilianov noted that teachers continue to face excessive reporting requirements and instructions that fall outside their professional responsibilities. He stressed that efforts to protect teachers’ rights must continue.
Airat Bazenov highlighted access to education for children with special educational needs. According to him, approximately 237,000 children in the country require inclusive and special education.
“The State is obliged to ensure that these children have unhindered access to education, can study alongside their peers, and receive all the necessary support in accordance with their individual needs,” Airat Bazenov said.
College faculty members identified protecting the professional status of teachers, reducing excessive administrative reporting, and developing an inclusive learning environment as their key priorities.
