President of Kazakhstan Qasym-Jomart Toqaev reviewed the socioeconomic development of the Karaganda Region during a visit there, the website infohub.kz reports.
The head of state was presented with information on the region's key socioeconomic indicators, the implementation of investment projects and plans for its further modernization.
Over the first nine months of the year, the region's economy grew by 2.9%, while industrial output rose by 4.9%. Mechanical engineering is showing strong momentum, with growth reaching 26.2%.
The region's investment portfolio through 2032 includes 186 projects with a total value of 7 trillion tenge. Their implementation will create 36,000 new jobs.
"Particular attention is being paid to launching new production facilities, deepening the processing of raw materials, strengthening the mineral resource base and attracting domestic and foreign investors. The President was also briefed on the development of the agro-industrial complex, housing construction and the modernization of social infrastructure," the Akorda press service said.
Over the past three years, 92 rural healthcare facilities and 13 schools have been built in the Karaganda Region, and the renovation of educational institutions continues.
"Projects are being implemented in the fields of sports, culture, energy and housing and utilities. Under the Taza Qazaqstan program, work is underway to improve settlements and create new public spaces and eco-parks. According to forecasts, the region's economic growth will reach 4% by the end of the year," Akorda said.
The region's further development will be driven by strengthening its industrial potential, implementing investment projects and improving the quality of life of the population.