Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov held a meeting with the European Union Special Representative for Central Asia, Eduards Stiprais.During the meeting, the sides noted the positive momentum in Kazakhstan–EU relations and underscored the strategic importance of the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (EPCA) as the key institutional framework for further deepening bilateral ties.Particular attention was paid to the practical implementation of agreements reached at the highest levels, including those stemming from the visit of the President of Kazakhstan to Brussels on 23 June 2026, as well as to further development of cooperation within the Central Asia–European Union format.In the context of expanding the EU’s economic engagement in the region, the sides discussed prospects of strengthening transport and logistics connectivity, including the further development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, attracting European investment, and implementing infrastructure projects under the Global Gateway initiative.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1312832?lang=ru

Astana, October 17, 2026 – As part of the official visit of Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet to Kazakhstan, an exchange of document folders containing a Memorandum of Understanding on Trade and Economic Cooperation between the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Ministry of Commerce of the Kingdom of Cambodia took place at the Akorda Presidential Residence.The document exchange ceremony was attended by President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia Hun Manet.The Memorandum was signed by Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Shakkaliyev and Minister of Commerce of the Kingdom of Cambodia Cham Nimul. It aims to strengthen bilateral trade and economic ties, expand business relations, and establish effective cooperation between the two countries.The document provides for the development of cooperation in trade and investment, small and medium-sized enterprises, transport and logistics, agriculture, energy, digitalization, technical regulation, and other promising areas.Particular emphasis is also placed on expanding direct contacts between the business communities of the two countries, exchanging experience, organizing joint events, and implementing mutually beneficial projects.The signing of the Memorandum will provide additional momentum for increasing bilateral trade, expanding investment ties, and further strengthening the economic partnership between Kazakhstan and Cambodia.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1312828?lang=ru

On 16 October in Tbilisi, the newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Georgia, Talgat Aduov, presented copies of his credentials to Zurab Darchiashvili, Director of the Diplomatic Protocol Directorate of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia, and assumed his duties.During the meeting, the two sides exchanged views on current issues in Kazakhstan–Georgia relations and discussed upcoming events. Particular attention was paid to the organisational and protocol aspects of preparations, as well as to maintaining close coordination between the Embassy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia.The interlocutors reaffirmed their mutual commitment to strengthening the traditionally friendly ties between Kazakhstan and Georgia, deepening the strategic partnership and expanding mutually beneficial cooperation in the political, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tbilisi/press/news/details/1312801?lang=ru

On 16 October in Tbilisi, the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Georgia, Talgat Aduov, met with the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia, Alexander Khvtisiashvili, to discuss the further development of bilateral cooperation.The Deputy Foreign Minister congratulated Talgat Aduov on his appointment and wished him success in strengthening Kazakhstan–Georgia ties.During the meeting, the two sides discussed upcoming joint events and preparations for them. They emphasised the importance of regular dialogue and close coordination in translating the strategic partnership into practical cooperation.Particular attention was paid to transport and transit cooperation, including the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route — the Middle Corridor. The interlocutors explored prospects for using the transit potential of Kazakhstan and Georgia to enhance regional connectivity and strengthen trade and economic ties.The two sides reaffirmed their interest in further deepening mutually beneficial cooperation and maintaining the high level of trust that underpins the traditionally friendly relations between the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tbilisi/press/news/details/1312802?lang=ru

Ahead of Republic Day, nationwide promotional campaigns, Republic Day and Bereke Fest, will be held in North Kazakhstan Region from October 17 through October 27, 2026. Shoppers will be offered a wide selection of goods at reduced prices.The busiest period for promotional offers is expected to run from October 21 to 27. Most promotional programmes, special prices, and holiday sales will take place during these dates. Shoppers will be able to benefit from favourable prices on both food and non-food products.The nationwide campaign was initiated by the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan in cooperation with local executive authorities.The promotions are timed to coincide with the national holiday and aim to make essential goods more affordable, support consumer demand, and provide additional momentum to domestic trade. Particular attention is being paid to expanding opportunities for the sale of products made by domestic manufacturers.The full list of retail outlets participating in the Republic Day and Bereke Fest promotions across the region, along with their addresses, is provided below.Press Service of the Akimat of North Kazakhstan RegionList of retail outlets participating in the Republic Day and Bereke Fest nationwide promotionsRepublic Day participating retail outlets1NKRshopping and entertainment centreDostyq Mall91 M. Zhumabayev Street, Petropavl2NKRshopping and entertainment centreCity Mall56 Sh. Ualikhanov Street, Petropavl3NKRshopping centreRakhmet58B K. Sutishev Street, Petropavl4NKRshopping centrePiramida11/1 Batyr Bayan Street, Petropavl5NKRshopping centreIceberg190 Zhambyl Street, Petropavl6NKRshopping centreSokol115 N. Nazarbayev Street, Petropavl7NKRshopping centreTechnodom58B K. Sutishev Street, Petropavl8NKRshopping centreSulpak31 Sh. Ualikhanov Street, Petropavl9NKRshopping centreMechta59B Zhambyl Street, Petropavl10NKRshopping centreDNS60 Sutishev Street, PetropavlПеречень торговых объектов участвующих в акции «Bereke Fest»1NKRretail chainSemeiniy138 M. Zhumabayev Street, Petropavl2NKRretail chainSemeiniy252 N. Nazarbayev Street, Petropavl3NKRretail chainSemeiniy13 Konstitutsii Street, Petropavl4NKRretail chainSemeiniy339/B Nazarbayev Street, Petropavl5NKRretail chainSemeiniy3E Kizatov Street, Petropavl6NKRretail chainSemeiniy15 Pobeda Street, Sergeyevka7NKRretail chainSemeiniy64 Pobeda Street, Mamlyutka8NKRretail chainSemeiniy111 Konstitutsii Street, Taiynsha9NKRretail chainSemeiniy6A Lokomotivnaya Street, Novoishimskoye10NKRretail chainSemeiniy201 N. Nazarbayev Street, Petropavl11NKRretail chainSemeiniy58B K. Sutishev Street, Petropavl12NKRretail chainSemeiniy17V Dusukhambetov Street, Petropavl13NKRretail chainSemeiniy179 Zhambyl Street, Petropavl14NKRretail chainAimer91 M. Zhumabayev Street, Petropavl15NKRretail chainAimer74 Konstitutsii Street, Petropavl16NKRsupermarketIceberg190 Zhambyl Street, Petropavl17NKRsupermarketPiramida11/1 Batyr Bayan Street, PetropavlSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sko/press/news/details/1312764?lang=ru