Kazakhstan's "Law and Order" Initiative: North Kazakhstan Reviews Progress, Addresses Shortcomings

North Kazakhstan Prosecutors Review "Law and Order" Initiative Progress A recent meeting in Petropavlovsk, North Kazakhstan, saw regional prosecutors review the progress of the government's "Law and Order" initiative. The meeting, held on June 4th, 2025, brought together representatives from various law enforcement agencies, government bodies, and public organizations. The focus was on assessing the initiative's effectiveness and addressing any shortcomings in implementation. Deputy Akim of the region, Zhusup Zhumagul, and head of the Akim's office, Ruslan Alishev, attended the meeting. Marat Aypov, head of the regional prosecutor's office, highlighted the coordinating role of the prosecutor's office in the initiative. He noted that the plan includes 55 different measures involving over 20 state and public organizations. Concerns were raised about the slow implementation of the plan by some state agencies. Abu-Ali Sattar, acting regional prosecutor, emphasized the importance of inter-agency coordination to ensure the initiative's success. He stated, "The General Prosecutor's office has instructed us to ensure high-quality implementation of the action plan." The meeting concluded with the identification of specific measures requiring increased oversight and the setting of deadlines for their completion. This meeting underscores the ongoing commitment to strengthening law and order and improving legal awareness among the population. The clear timelines and identified areas for improvement suggest a proactive approach to addressing challenges and ensuring the initiative's success.