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Regional Committee for Europe
73rd session
Astana, Kazakhstan, 24–26 October 2023
EUR/RC73/DIV./1 17 July 2023 | 230638 ORIGINAL: ENGLISH
73rd session of the
WHO Regional Committee for Europe
Guide for participants
Astana, Kazakhstan, 24–26 October 2023
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Contents
General information……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4
Date and location ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4
Attendance and format ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4
Registration …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4
Credentials………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4
Registration process…………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
Provisional list of participants ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
Travel arrangements ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6
Travel to and from Astana…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6
Hotel accommodation………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6
Visa ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6
Arrival in Astana ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6
Departure from Astana ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7
Practical arrangements during RC73…………………………………………………………………………………………. 7
On-site registration ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7
Transfers to and from the congress centre……………………………………………………………………………. 7
Healthy RC73…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7
Walk the Talk…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8
Networking receptions……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8
Bilateral meetings between Member States………………………………………………………………………….. 8
Excursions and visits…………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8
Medical services ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8
Personal security and insurance…………………………………………………………………………………………… 8
Local information……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9
Currency and payment transactions …………………………………………………………………………………….. 9
Weather and clothing…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9
Local time …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9
Electricity supply………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9
Tourist information ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9
Official programme…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9
Working languages and interpretation …………………………………………………………………………………. 9
Accessibility …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 10
Seating in plenary…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 10
Statements and interventions……………………………………………………………………………………………. 10
Inscription on Speakers’ List for the agenda item on addresses by the Director-General and
Regional Director……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11
Written statements………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 11
Documentation………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11
Draft resolutions and decisions………………………………………………………………………………………….. 11
Ministerial lunch………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 11
Side events ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11
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Public communication…………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12
Livestream………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 12
Social media…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 12
Website ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 12
RC73 mobile application……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 12
Privacy ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 12
Annex 1. List of RC73 recommended hotels …………………………………………………………………………….. 13
Annex 2. Highlights of the visit to cultural sites: Friday, 27 October……………………………………………. 16
Annex 3. List of Member States and Associate Members (naming convention) ……………………………. 17
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Date and location The 73rd session of the WHO Regional Committee for
Europe (RC73) will open on Tuesday, 24 October 2023, and
will close on Thursday, 26 October 2023.
Venue: Congress Center Astana
• Address: 55/13 Mangilik El Avenue, Astana,
Kazakhstan
• Telephone: +7 7172 91 70 18
• Website:
https://qazexpocongress.kz/en/biznes/arenda-
kongress-czentra/
The normal working hours will be between 09:00 and 17:30
(ALMT: CEST+4 or UTC+6), except for Tuesday, 24 October,
when the proceedings will commence at 08:30.
Attendance and
format
In accordance with Rules 1 and 2 of the Rules of Procedure
of the Regional Committee for Europe, participation in the
plenary session of the Regional Committee is open to
delegates from Member States, Associate Members and
invited States that are not members of the Regional
Committee; invited representatives of the United Nations,
specialized agencies and other international organizations;
representatives of non-State actors in official relations with
WHO or accredited to attend meetings of the Regional
Committee; and other observers.
The notice of convocation is being sent in accordance with
Rules 4 and 7 of the Rules of Procedure.
Following the decision of the Thirtieth Standing Committee
of the Regional Committee for Europe, the session will be
organized in person.
REGISTRATION
Credentials In accordance with Rule 3 of the Rules of Procedure, the
names of representatives, which in the case of Members
shall take the form of credentials, shall be communicated to
the WHO Regional Director for Europe before the opening of
the session.
Credentials shall be issued by the Head of State, the Head of
Government, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Minister of
Health or any other appropriate authority, such as
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embassies and permanent missions or senior government
officials, such as directors-general or permanent secretaries
for health.
Member States and Associate Members are invited to use as
a guide the form attached to the convocation letter as a
template for the establishment of credentials, on an official
letterhead of the issuing authority, with all information
stated in the form included in the credentials.
The credentials must be dated and signed or stamped by the
issuing authority.
In accordance with Rule 1 of the Rules of Procedure, the
delegations of Member States should consist of not more
than two representatives from each of the Members.
The representatives may be accompanied by alternates
and advisers.
All other participants (international governmental
organizations, non-State actors and other partners, as
referred to in Rule 2 of the Rules of Procedure), who are
invited to attend the Regional Committee in an observer
capacity, are welcome to confirm their participation to the
WHO Regional Office for Europe (WHO/Europe) Regional
Governance unit (eurorc73@who.int).
To ensure participation in RC73, all credentials will have to
be uploaded and submitted electronically through the online
registration process (see section “Registration process”).
Registration process Online registration is required for official attendance of the
plenary session of the Regional Committee by all categories
of invited participants.
Registration can be initiated through the following link:
https://indico.un.org/e/eurorc73. Please follow the step-by-
step instructions provided during the registration process.
Please note that access to your personal information will
only be given to persons authorized by WHO and the
Ministry of Health of Kazakhstan, and the information will be
used only for organizational and security purposes.
Delegations are kindly requested to complete the online
registration preferably before 15 September 2023.
Provisional list of
participants
A provisional list of participants will be made available
before the opening of the session. This list will be compiled
on the basis of the credentials received by the Secretariat by
close of business on 20 October 2023.
Participants are requested to check the information
contained in the provisional list of participants and to report
any changes or corrections to the Secretariat
(eurorc73@who.int) for inclusion in the final list.
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TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS
Travel to and
from Astana
Participants should make their own travel arrangements for
both outward and return journeys and make their own hotel
booking (except invited special guests, who will be notified
as such).
Hotel accommodation Delegations are kindly requested to book well in advance
(before 10 September) a room in one of the recommended
hotels listed in Annex 1.
When booking a hotel, you must write in your request the
first name and last name of the guest, phone number,
number of nights of accommodation, full name of the event
(Regional Committee 73) and promotional code (RC73) in
order to receive a special room rate.
Please note that:
• the special room rates only apply for the period
from 21 to 27 October;
• room availability and applicable rates can no
longer be guaranteed after 10 September; and
• booking conditions are individual for each hotel
and will be shared with the guests during the
booking process.
Visa Participants are kindly invited to check whether they require
a visa to enter Kazakhstan and to apply for it in a timely
manner, by visiting:
• https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/pres
s/article/details/6764?directionId=3053&lang=en
• https://egov.kz/cms/en/articles/rk_visa_obtaining.
Upon request, a personal invitation letter can be issued to
support visa applications. Please contact the Secretariat
(eurorc73@who.int) with your full name and a copy of
your passport.
Participants who do not require a visa to enter Kazakhstan
are advised to travel with a normal traveller’s passport or a
United Nations laissez-passer (if applicable).
Arrival in Astana Upon arrival at Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport
(IATA code NQZ), participants are requested to go to the
RC73 reception desk, which will be located outside the
arrivals hall of the airport. Staff at the reception desk will
assist participants’ transfer only to the hotels from the
recommended list.
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To facilitate the organization of transfers, participants are
requested to inform the Secretariat of their flight details and
booked hotel accommodation when available.
Departure from
Astana
Similarly, participants should inform the Secretariat of their
departure time if they wish to receive a transfer to the airport.
During RC73, a transportation desk will be available for
participants (for opening times, please check the RC73
application or at the venue).
PRACTICAL ARRANGEMENTS DURING RC73
On-site registration The registration desk at the congress centre will open on
Monday, 23 October, and will remain open throughout the
event. Participants are requested to bring identification to
obtain their badge and conference package.
Participants are requested to wear their badge and keep it
visible at all times. Access to the congress centre and the
networking receptions can be denied to anybody who is not
properly registered and identifiable.
Transfers to and from
the congress centre
Shuttle buses will be organized each day from Tuesday to
Thursday to transfer participants between their hotels and
the conference venue.
Transport in connection with the official social events will
also be organized.
Participants are invited to check the timetables and notices
in the RC73 application, as well as at the hotel lobby or at
the congress centre.
Transportation will only be provided to and from the hotels
on the recommended list.
Delegates not staying at the hotels on the recommended list
must organize their own transportation to and from the
congress centre or social events.
Healthy RC73 WHO/Europe is committed to the principle of conducting
healthy and sustainable meetings, creating a culture of
health and well-being for all participants. This includes
providing access to healthy foods and beverages,
maintaining a tobacco-free environment, encouraging
physical activity during breaks, and protecting and
minimizing the impact on the environment.
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Courtesy of the Ministry of Health of Kazakhstan, a rich
variety of local food and beverages will be served at the
conference venue during RC73 lunch and other breaks.
During receptions, participants will be able to opt for non-
alcoholic and non-sugary drinks.
Please communicate any special dietary requirements to the
Secretariat in advance of the session.
Walk the Talk To start the session in an active way, participants who are
already in Astana are encouraged to join the Walk the Talk
activities scheduled on 22 October in the nearby Botanical
Garden. Bring your workout gear!
More details will be shared with the participants in the RC73
application and at the venue.
Networking
receptions
All participants (and their accompanying persons) are kindly
invited to the evening networking receptions on 22, 23, 24
and 25 October.
Details about the exact time and venue of these events will
be announced through the RC73 application.
Bilateral meetings
between Member
States
To accommodate any requests from delegations to meet
bilaterally with other delegations, meeting rooms are
available in the morning and during lunch breaks. These
meeting rooms can be booked in advance.
Excursions and visits For participants (and their accompanying persons) who
would like to extend their stay, excursions to cultural sites
will be organized on Friday, 27 October.
For more information about Astana and its many attractions,
please see Annex 2.
Medical services During RC73, medical assistance will be available at the venue.
For any medical emergencies, call 112.
Personal security
and insurance
Participants should maintain the same personal security
awareness as for any large city. Particular attention should
be paid to the following guidelines.
• Stay alert: watch over your personal belongings;
avoid displaying attractive and valuable items.
• Always ask for proper identification before
surrendering your passport.
• Be particularly vigilant at the airport, at the train
station and when checking into your hotel.
The Secretariat cannot be held liable for personal accidents
or loss of or damage to the private property of participants
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and accompanying persons, either during or indirectly
arising from attendance at RC73.
Participants should make their own arrangements with
respect to health and travel insurance.
For any emergency, call 102 (police).
LOCAL INFORMATION
Currency and payment
transactions
The currency unit is tenge (₸). Please have a small amount of
cash with you for small expenses (such as taxi or local
shops). Foreign currency can be changed at banks and
exchange offices, which are widely available in the city centre.
International credit cards, such as American Express, Diners
Club, Mastercard and Visa, are all widely accepted in
Kazakhstan. ATMs are available throughout the city.
Weather and clothing The weather in Astana in October can be described as cold
and windy. The average temperature during the day is 10 °C,
and at night can go down to –5 °C. The rains are mostly light.
The weather can change from day to day, so please bring
warm clothes and an umbrella. Be aware of possible frosts.
For an up-to-date weather forecast in Astana please visit:
https://www.timeanddate.com/weather/kazakstan/astana.
Clothing is smart casual for all occasions.
Local time Astana uses ALMT (CEST+4 or UTC+6). Time indications in
the RC73 programme will follow ALMT.
Electricity supply The standard voltage used in Astana is 220 V, while the
standard frequency is 50 Hz. The central European-type wall
socket (two-pin plug) is standard in Kazakhstan.
Tourist
information
For more information about Astana and its many attractions,
see: https://visitastana.kz/en/.
OFFICIAL PROGRAMME
Working languages
and interpretation
The working languages for the plenary session and the
ministerial lunch are English, French, German and Russian.
Statements made in any of these languages will be
simultaneously interpreted into the other three languages.
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To facilitate interpretation, delegations are encouraged to
share any written contributions (e.g. statements, transcripts
of video statements, presentations) with the Secretariat
(eurorc73@who.int) in advance of the session, clearly
indicating the relevant agenda item.
Accessibility The entire venue is accessible for people who use mobility
equipment (e.g. wheelchairs). Participants with accessibility
requirements are kindly advised to let the Secretariat know
in advance, so that any required assistance can be organized
(eurorc73@who.int).
Seating in plenary Delegates will be seated in the English alphabetical order of
the names of Member States (see Annex 3).
Statements and
interventions
To keep the discussions both streamlined and focused on
country experience, guiding questions will be proposed for
the plenary sessions on day 2 (25 October) and day 3
(26 October).
Interventions during the plenary sessions can be made
through:
• live interventions (individual and group
statements)
• written statements.
Individual and group statements will be limited to three and
five minutes, respectively.
Interventions by international partners and non-State actors
in official relations with WHO or accredited by the Regional
Committee will be limited to two minutes.
In addition, written statements can be submitted for posting
on the WHO/Europe website. They could either complement
or replace an oral intervention.
During the plenary meetings, delegates wishing to take the
floor should signal their wish to speak by raising their name
plate. Group statements will be given consideration before
individual statements. Should you anticipate making a group
statement, please notify the Secretariat in advance
(eurorc73@who.int).
Written statements are limited to 600 words. Statements
should be relevant to the agenda item being considered, and
their content should be closely related to the
RC73 documents.
Please adhere to the allotted time limits. Kindly note that a
countdown timer will be used to help observe the speaking
time limits.
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Inscription on
Speakers’ List for the
agenda item on
addresses by the
Director-General and
Regional Director
Following the WHO Director-General’s and Regional
Director’s addresses on day 1 of RC73, a general debate will
be held on the state of health in the WHO European Region
and the strategic action taken by WHO to achieve the goals
of the European Programme of Work, 2020–2025, and the
2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (24 October,
11:30–13:00 and 14:30–16:00).
To manage time during the general discussion, delegations
are invited to inform the Secretariat in advance of their wish
to take the floor by filling in the Speakers’ List form here by
20 October 2023. This information is not binding and will
not impede on the right to ask for the floor during the
course of the session.
Written statements Written statements of no more than 600 words and in one
of the working languages of the Regional Committee can be
sent to the Secretariat (eurorc73@who.int) in advance of
the opening of the session for posting on the WHO/Europe
website. The statements should make clear reference to the
relevant agenda item. They may be submitted in lieu of an
oral intervention or to complement one.
Documentation All documentation, including the provisional interactive
agenda and provisional annotated programme, and other
working, conference, information and background
documents, will be made available on the WHO/Europe
website. These documents will also be accessible through
the RC73 application.
Draft resolutions and
decisions
Under Rules 22 bis, 22 ter and 22 quarter of the Rules of
Procedure, delegations are encouraged to submit to the
Secretariat (eurorc73@who.int) any formal proposals for
resolutions, decisions or substantive amendments thereof
prior to the session, in order to allow the Secretariat to
translate them into the official languages and to distribute
them for consideration among all other delegations.
Ministerial lunch Participation in the scheduled ministerial lunch on the
prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases is
limited to health ministers, heads of delegations of the
Member States and any additional personal advisers
appointed by them. Attendance should be confirmed to the
Secretariat in advance.
Side events In response to Member States’ recommendations for more
focused discussions during the Regional Committee plenary
session, this year side events will be organized in the run-up
to RC73 and conducted in virtual format every Monday,
commencing on 4 September until 9 October, between
10:00 and 11:30 (CEST).
Further details about the programme, invited speakers and
other arrangements will be communicated in due course.
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PUBLIC COMMUNICATION
Livestream Under Rule 6 of the Rules of Procedure, meetings of the
Regional Committee are in principle held in public.
Therefore, the proceedings of the plenary session will be
broadcast on WHO/Europe’s website: www.who.int/europe.
On the livestream, interpretation will only be available in
English and Russian.
Social media Social media coverage will be provided through
WHO/Europe’s official social media accounts using the
hashtag #RC73Astana.
• Twitter: @WHO_Europe (English) and
@WHO_Europe_RU (Russian)
• Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/WHOEurope
Website As well as the official documentation, the WHO/Europe
website will provide regular updates, transcripts of key
statements and speeches, and the latest news and
information for the media, including multimedia materials
and video galleries.
RC73 mobile
application
An RC73 mobile application containing all session
documents, programme details and practical information
will be made available to participants by 16 October 2023.
The application can be downloaded free of charge for iOS
and Android devices. More information about the app,
including instructions on how to use it, will be provided in
due course, and before the launch of the app.
Privacy Participants are reminded that the meetings are recorded
for reporting purposes.
By attending this event, participants are considered to have
consented to the use of any photographs, video and/or sound
recordings taken during all RC73 meetings and events.
Participants who would like to opt out of photos and videos
are invited to let the Secretariat know in advance.
For any urgent issues during RC73, please contact the RC73 support team.
Email: eurorc73@who.int
Hotline: +45 45 33 68 51
Speakers’ List for the general discussion to be submitted by 20 October 2023.
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Annex 1. List of RC73 recommended hotels
Double room rate
(Deluxe King,
deluxe twin)
Double room rate
(Deluxe King river
view)
The St. Regis Astana (5*)
Kabanbay Batyra Avenue 1
010000, Astana, Kazakhstan
Tel.: +7 (7172) 79-08-98
Email: reservations.astana@stregis.com
Website: www.thestregisastana.com
₸95 000
(US$ 213)
Breakfast buffet
₸16 500 per person
(US$ 37)
₸95 000
(US$ 213)
Breakfast buffet
₸16 500 per person
(US$ 37)
Hotel St. Regis Astana is located on the banks of the Ishim River in the heart of the Central Park of the capital of
Kazakhstan. Baiterek Monument, Independence Square and Astana Opera House are a 15-minute drive away.
Approximate prices in US$, subject to exchange rate change (1 US$ = ₸447.86 as per 23 June 2023).
Single room rate Double room rate
Rixos President Astana (5*)
D. Kunayev Street 7
010000, Astana, Kazakhstan
Tel: +7 (7172) 24-50-50
Email: astana@rixos.com
Website: www.rixos.com/en/hotel-resort/rixos-president-astana
₸60 000
(US$ 134)
Breakfast buffet
incl.
₸70 000
(US$ 157)
Breakfast buffet
incl.
Rixos President Astana is located in the government district in Astana. The hotel features two stylish restaurants and
a large Anjana Spa with a swimming pool.
Approximate prices in US$, subject to exchange rate change (1 US$ = ₸447.86 as per 23 June 2023).
Single room rate Double room rate
Radisson Astana (5*)
Sary Arka Street 4
010000, Astana, Kazakhstan
Tel: +7 (7172) 67-07-77
Email: reservation.astana@radisson.kz
Website: www.radissonblu.com/hotel-astana
₸65 000
(US$ 145)
Breakfast buffet
incl.
₸75 000
(US$ 168)
Breakfast buffet
incl.
Radisson Astana Hotel is located in the centre of Astana, a 5-minute walk from the Central Park. Khan Shatyr Shopping
and Entertainment Center is 3.5 km away.
Approximate prices in US$, subject to exchange rate change (1 US$ = ₸447.86 as per 23 June 2023).
Single room rate Double room rate
SAAD HOTEL (5*)
Dostyq Street 2
010000, Astana, Kazakhstan
Tel: +7 (7172) 62-07-70
Email: reservations@saad-hotel.com
Website: http://en.saad-hotel.com/
₸65 000
(US$ 145)
Breakfast buffet
incl.
₸65 000
(US$ 145)
Breakfast buffet
incl.
The SAAD Hotel is located in the very centre of Astana, just a few minutes’ walk from the Khan Shatyr Shopping and
Entertainment Center. The Baiterek Monument in the city centre is a 15-minute walk away.
Approximate prices in US$, subject to exchange rate change (1 US$ = ₸447.86 as per 23 June 2023).
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Double room rate
(Deluxe room)
Double room rate
(Club room)
Sheraton Astana (5*)
Syganak Street 60/1
010000, Astana, Kazakhstan
Tel: +7 (7172) 70-05-55
Email: reservations.astana@sheraton.com
Website: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/tsesi-sheraton-nur-
sultan-hotel/overview/
₸61 000
(US$ 136)
Breakfast buffet
incl.
₸84 000
(US$ 188)
Breakfast buffet
incl.
Sheraton Astana Hotel is a modern premium hotel in the heart of the capital of Kazakhstan. Located within walking
distance from government agencies, ministries, major business centres and tourist attractions.
Approximate prices in US$, subject to exchange rate change (1 US$ = ₸447.86 as per 23 June 2023).
Single room rate Double room rate
Hilton Astana (5*)
Sauran Street 46
010000, Astana, Kazakhstan
Tel: +7 (7172) 64-99-00
Email: astana.info@hilton.com
Website: Available Rooms – Hilton Astana
₸70 000
(US$ 156)
Breakfast buffet
incl.
₸77 000
(US$ 172)
Breakfast buffet
incl.
Hilton Astana is an ultra-modern hotel located within the EXPO exhibition complex. Convenient location in a new area
of the city allows you to get to the international airport in 20 minutes; a trip to the city centre takes 10 minutes.
Approximate prices in US$, subject to exchange rate change (1 US$ = ₸447.86 as per 23 June 2023).
Single room rate Double room rate
Park Inn by Radisson Hotel Astana (3*)
Sary Arka Street 8
010000, Astana, Kazakhstan
Tel: +7 (7172) 67-00-00
Email: reservation.astana@parkinn.com
Website: https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/park-inn-
astana
₸45 000
(US$ 101)
Breakfast buffet
incl.
₸55 000
(US$ 123)
Breakfast buffet
incl.
Park Inn by Radisson Astana is located in the new centre of Astana, a 5-minute walk from the Central Park. Khan Shatyr
Shopping and Entertainment Center is 3.5 km away.
Approximate prices in US$, subject to exchange rate change (1 US$ = ₸447.86 as per 23 June 2023).
Single room rate Double room rate
Wyndham Garden Astana (4*)
Hussein Bin Talal Street 25
010000, Astana, Kazakhstan
Tel: +7 (7172) 79-00-00
Email: reservation@wyndhamgardenastana.com
Website: https://wyndhamgardenastana.com/en/
₸27 000
(US$ 61)
Breakfast buffet
incl.
₸37 000
(US$ 83)
Breakfast buffet
incl.
Wyndham Garden Astana – located 5 minutes’ walk from the event venue, MEGA Silk Way shopping centre and the
venue of the international exhibition Astana EXPO-2017.
Approximate prices in US$, subject to exchange rate change (1 US$ = ₸447.86 as per 23 June 2023).
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Single room rate Double room rate
YE’S apart-hotel Astana (4*)
Turkestan Street 16
010000, Astana, Kazakhstan
Tel: +7 (7172) 64-08-13
Email: daily.astana@yesapart.com
Website: https://yesapart.com/en/hotels/kazakhstan/astana/
₸22 400
(US$ 50)
Breakfast (set)
₸5 500 per
person (US$ 13)
₸22 400
(US$ 50)
Breakfast (set)
₸5 500 per
person (US$ 13)
YE’S apart-hotel Astana offers views of the picturesque city park “Botanical Garden”. Nearby is MEGA Silk Way and
Astana EXPO-2017.
Approximate prices in US$, subject to exchange rate change (1 US$ = ₸447.86 as per 23 June 2023).
Single room rate Double room rate
Hampton by Hilton Astana Triumphal Arch (3*)
Mangilik El Avenue 43 A
010000, Astana, Kazakhstan
Теl: +7 (7172) 70-03-50
Email: orazaly.alikhan@hilton.com
Website: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/tsekzhx-hampton-astana-
triumphal-arch/
₸27 000
(US$ 61)
Breakfast buffet
incl.
₸29 000
(US$ 65)
Breakfast buffet
incl.
Hampton by Hilton Astana Triumphal Arch is located in the business district of Astana. The Astana EXPO-2017 venue
is a 17-minute walk away. Baiterek Monument is 3.1 km away.
Approximate prices in US$, subject to exchange rate change (1 US$ = ₸447.86 as per 23 June 2023).
All prices are in tenge (₸), including VAT, and include service charge but do not include tourist tax
for foreigners.
Please note that in accordance with Decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 787,
dated 5 November 2021, from 1 January 2023 foreign citizens will be charged a mandatory tourist fee in
the amount of 5% of the cost of living (not included in the price) for each day of stay.
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Annex 2. Highlights of the visit to cultural sites: Friday, 27 October
Monument Astana-Baiterek
The monument was installed on the central square in 2002 on
the initiative of the first president. An impressive 97 m steel
structure topped with a gilded ball with a diameter of 22 m,
Astana-Baiterek symbolizes a new stage in the life of the
Kazakh people, which was marked by the transfer of the
country’s capital from Alma-Ata to Astana.
Nur-Alem is the main symbol of EXPO Astana, a giant spherical
building with a diameter of 80 m. At the top of the ball are two
wind turbines that generate energy, thereby reducing energy
consumption from the network. The structure consists of eight
levels, six of which tell about one of the energy sources –
space energy, sun energy, wind energy, biomass energy,
kinetic energy and water energy. The museum Future Astana
is located on the eighth level.
National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan
An extensive collection is located over an area of 75 000 m². It
covers the time period from antiquity to the present day and
consists of archaeological, cultural and ethnographic artifacts.
The museum is divided into several halls: Astana, independent
Kazakhstan, history, ethnography, contemporary art, and gold.
Modern technologies are actively used to demonstrate the
collection.
Triumphal Arch Mangilik El
The Triumphal Arch Mangilik El in the city of Astana is a
landmark architectural structure built in honour of the
anniversary of independence of Kazakhstan. It became the
personification of the freedom of the country. The life and
achievements of the Kazakh people and the history of
Kazakhstan are the main concepts of the Mangilik El Triumphal
Arch. Having visited it, you will get a unique opportunity to
learn the traditions, culture, and history of the country.
Palace of Peace and Accord
This iconic pyramid-shaped building, the Palace of Peace and
Accord, is intended for congresses of representatives of world
religions. The area of the pyramid is 28 000 m2
; the capacity of
its opera hall is 1300 spectators.
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Annex 3. List of Member States and Associate Members
(naming convention)
Albania (ALB)
Andorra (AND)
Armenia (ARM)
Austria (AUT)
Azerbaijan (AZE)
Belarus (BLR)
Belgium (BEL)
Bosnia and Herzegovina
(BIH)
Bulgaria (BUL)
Croatia (CRO)
Cyprus (CYP)
Czechia (CZH)
Denmark (DEN)
Estonia (EST)
Finland (FIN)
France (FRA)
Georgia (GEO)
Germany (DEU)
Greece (GRE)
Hungary (HUN)
Iceland (ICE)
Ireland (IRE)
Israel (ISR)
Italy (ITA)
Kazakhstan (KAZ)
Kyrgyzstan (KGZ)
Latvia (LVA)
Lithuania (LTU)
Luxembourg (LUX)
Malta (MTA)
Monaco (MON)
Montenegro (MNE)
Netherlands
(Kingdom of the) (NET)
North Macedonia (MKD)
Norway (NOR)
Poland (POL)
Portugal (POR)
Republic of Moldova (MDA)
Romania (ROM)
Russian Federation (RUS)
San Marino (SMR)
Serbia (SRB)
Slovakia (SVK)
Slovenia (SVN)
Spain (SPA)
Sweden (SWE)
Switzerland (SWI)
Tajikistan (TJK)
Türkiye (TUR)
Turkmenistan (TKM)
Ukraine (UKR)
United Kingdom of Great
Britain and Northern Ireland
(UNK)
Uzbekistan (UZB)
Associate Members
Faroe Islands (FRO)
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