A solid legislative foundation is essential
for the government to effectively implement the tasks outlined by President
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. Deputies should not only pass laws that benefit society
but also explain their importance. Today, Yerlan Koshanov, Chairperson of the
Mazhilis, the lower house of Parliament, emphasized Tokayev’s focus on
attracting high-quality investments, introducing cutting-edge technologies, and
reforming the tax system. According to Koshanov, these initiatives will ensure
sustainable development and improved well-being for Kazakh citizens. However,
this requires commitment from every deputy and faction.
«All legislative decisions must be made in
close contact with the population. It is necessary to continue following the ‘listening
state’ concept, interact more actively with voters, communicate more intensively
within the public reception office of the Mazhilis, pay special attention to
citizens’ appeals. The people’s voice and will are the key concept of the
entire policy of the Head of State,» Koshanov said.
Mazhilis ratifies agreement with Russia on unified
energy systems operation
At the Mazhilis meeting, the deputies also
reviewed and approved a number of laws. In particular, they ratified the
intergovernmental agreement between Kazakhstan and Russia to ensure the
parallel operation of unified energy systems. The document defines conditions
for interaction in the energy sector. According to the Kazakh Energy Minister,
changes are necessary in connection with unscheduled electricity flows and supply
shortages.
«Two different payment regimes are outlined.
If the deviation of Kazakhstan’s energy system stays within 150 megawatts, as
agreed, the Kazakh side only pays for electricity. If it exceeds 150 megawatts,
additional costs include dispatching and transit fees through Russia’s Federal
Grid Company networks,» explained Kazakh Energy Minister Almassadam Satkaliyev.
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