News – Government of Russia

Deputy Chairman of the Government of Russia Dmitry Chernyshenko met with the Minister of Tourism and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerbolu Myrzabosynov.

It was also attended by Minister of Sports of Russia Mikhail Degtyarev, Deputy Minister of Economic Development of Russia Dmitry Vakhrukov, special representative of the Russian Foreign Minister on International Sports Cooperation Mikhail Khorev, and the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Russian Federation Dauren Abaev.

“In the current geopolitical situation, Kazakhstan and Russia remain closest friends, true allies and strategic partners. The basis of our bilateral relations is the friendly and deeply trusting relations of our national leaders-Russian President Vladimir Putin and the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kasim-Zhomart Tokayev. During a working trip to Kazakhstan on September 10, 2025, together with the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Olzhasa Bektenov, we discussed the issues of cooperation between the two states in various fields, ”said Dmitry Chernyshenko.

The Deputy Prime Minister thanked the Kazakhstan delegation for the participation of athletes in competitions in five sports programs of international sports games of the Holy Boil Prince Alexander Nevsky and invited them to the International Sports Forum “Russia-Sports Power”.

Dmitry Chernyshenko also paid attention to the interaction in the field of tourism.

“Among Russians, Kazakhstan is part of the top 3 most popular areas abroad. For the first half of 2025, the total tourist flow amounted to 2.3 million trips, ”he said.

The Minister of Tourism and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerbol Myrzabosynov noted the regularity of the exchange of invitations at the conference and the exhibition.

“In April 2025, Russian tour operators took part in the 23rd Kazakhstan International Exhibition“ Tourism and Travel “In Almaty. Today is a platform that unites about 500 companies from different countries, serves for dialogue and exchange of experience. Russia introduced the stands of the Altai Territory and St. Petersburg. Altai Territory is actively developing as ecological destination. In winter, these areas In the summer – tourist routes, agrotourism and ecotourism have a huge tourist potential and rich experience, ”he said.

During the meeting, Yerbol Myrzabosynov asked to assist in organizing the visit of the Kazakh delegation to the Altai Territory. He noted that the country is developing in the country’s skimbulak resort, which has already become one of the popular year -round destinations. Last year, about 1.5 million people visited it.

Yerbol Myrzabosynov also said that in 2024, Kazakhstani athletes participated in more than 30 sports events.

“Russia is a sports power. We value your experience in training athletes for organizing major competitions. It is important for us to adopt this experience and develop joint projects, ”he added.

Minister of Sports, Chairman of the Olympic Committee of Russia Mikhail Degtyarev noted that, as part of the Shanghai organization of cooperation on behalf of Russian President Vladimir Putin, together with colleagues from Kazakhstan, the initiative to hold international competitions with the participation of the SCO members in an open format is discussed next year. This will be a new reference point for the development of sports.

“Kazakhstani athletes annually take part in many Russian competitions. In September, the games of Alexander Nevsky were held in St. Petersburg. I thank the Kazakh side for the direction of the team – very good results. In the near future, our athletes will meet in Azerbaijan, at the Games of the CIS countries. In December, the first Winter Spartakiad of the CIS countries will be held in December among children with disabilities. We will be glad to see the delegation of Kazakhstan. I especially want to thank colleagues from Kazakhstan for the support of Russian athletes at international venues. We feel this solidarity and appreciate it, ”said Mikhail Degtyarev.

Deputy Minister of Economic Development of Russia Dmitry Vakhrukov said that key indicators of the national project “Tourism and Hospital” are demonstrated by the target and measurable approach.

“We intend to increase the contribution of the industry to the GDP to 5%, providing an increase in tourist trips by 50 million. This will be achieved, including at the expense of 16 million foreign guests by 2030 and the growth of domestic demand. The total investment in the industry until 2030 is estimated at 3.5 trillion rubles, while more than 75% is private funds. Our task is to guarantee that each budget ruble will bring multiple return. This is an ambitious, but calculated goal, achievable due to consolidated work with regions and business, ”Dmitry Vakhrukov emphasized.