Starting October 7, 2023, partial road closures will be implemented in Astana due to the construction activities for the second phase of Tarlan Astana. The restrictions will affect the following road sections:

• On Syganak Street from Tole bi Street to Aitmatov Street;
• On Aitmatov Street from Syganak Street to K. Mukhamedkhanov Street.

Road users are advised to consider these changes, adhere to traffic signs, and plan their routes in advance taking current road conditions into account, according to an announcement on the official website of the Astana mayor's office, citing CTS.

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On October 7, 2026, public hearings were held in Kazakhstan regarding tariff projects of Intergas Central Asia JSC for the years 2027-2031. The event was organized by the Committee for Regulation of Natural Monopolies under the Ministry of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Intergas Central Asia JSC submitted a request to the Committee for the approval of tariffs, tariff estimates, and investment programs, as the current tariffs are set to expire. The primary goal of the public hearings is to ensure the transparency of the application review process, consider the opinions of consumers and stakeholders, and maintain a balance of interests between consumers and the natural monopoly entity.

During the hearings, company representatives presented the main parameters of the tariff applications and investment program projects. The planned activities are aimed at major repairs and modernization of main gas pipelines, construction and reconstruction of gas transport system facilities, enhancing gas transportation reliability, and developing underground gas storage infrastructure.

Participants in the discussion, including Committee representatives, Intergas Central Asia JSC, media, and other interested parties, had the opportunity to ask questions and submit their proposals regarding the applications. The Committee will continue reviewing the materials, taking into account the economic justification of expenses and legal requirements. A decision will be made within legally established deadlines, considering the opinions expressed during the public hearings.

reports Utilities24, citing the website of the Committee for Regulation of Natural Monopolies of the MNE RK.

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