The Security Council Chairman held telephone conversations with the akims of the regions and cities of Nur-Sultan, Almaty and Shymkent.

The talks discussed the situation in the regions and the willingness of the authorities to ensure the safety of citizens.

First, the Leader of Nation heard the information on disease control and prevention in the regions, attempted measures on prevention of coronavirus spread and support for uninterrupted operation of medical institutions in the populated areas.

Nursultan Nazarbayev was brought up to speed on activities to support people being in deep water due to the spread of coronavirus by the regional branches of Nur Otan Party. The leaders of the regions confirmed the willingness to further implement measures aimed at helping people and businesses in an emergency.

The Security Council Chairman paid particular attention to issues of food security in a state of emergency.

Akims presented information on the sowing campaign progress in the southern regions and preparations for spring field work in the north, and also reported on plans for preventing and responding to the consequences of floods in certain areas.

Elbasy wished the akims effective work to ensure people’s safety in a state of emergency and to bring the assistance provided to everyone in need.