Vienna, 3 September 2026 – The delegation of the Republic of Kazakhstan participated in the first resumed seventeenth session of the Implementation Review Group of the United Nations Convention against Corruption, held at the Vienna International Centre from 31 August to 4 September 2026.During the session, States considered preparations for the second phase of the Implementation Review Mechanism, improvements to country review procedures, the application of information technology solutions, and the provision of technical assistance to States parties.Speaking during the discussion on the implementation of the Convention, the head of the Kazakh delegation underscored its importance as the principal universal international legal instrument for combating corruption and welcomed the launch of the second phase of the Implementation Review Mechanism.Participants were briefed on the institutional and legislative reforms being implemented in Kazakhstan, including the reorganization of the Anti-Corruption Agency into the Anti-Corruption Service of the National Security Committee. The delegation also highlighted the introduction of liability for promising, offering and soliciting a bribe, the expansion of the scope of persons subject to liability for corruption offences, and the strengthening of the liability of legal entities.The delegation of Kazakhstan also emphasized the importance of international cooperation in mutual legal assistance, information exchange, asset tracking and recovery, extradition, and joint investigations. Kazakhstan reaffirmed its commitment to constructive cooperation and the practical implementation of the provisions of the United Nations Convention against Corruption.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-vienna/press/news/details/1286285?lang=ru

Astana, September 4, 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov received the newly appointed Ambassador of the Swiss Confederation to the Republic of Kazakhstan Christine Honegger Zolotukhin on the occasion of the commencement of her diplomatic mission in Astana.During the meeting, the Ambassador of Switzerland presented copies of her credentials. The sides exchanged views on current issues of the bilateral agenda, including further development of political dialogue, expansion of trade, economic and investment cooperation.Particular attention was paid to prospects for enhanced cooperation in digitalization, environmental protection, the agro-industrial sector and water resources management.Concluding the meeting, Arman Issetov emphasized the importance of further strengthening Kazakhstan-Switzerland cooperation and expressed readiness to continue constructive engagement between Astana and Bern.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1286282?lang=ru

Budapest, 4 September 2026 – Kazakhstan’s Ambassador-designate to Hungary Anel Bakhytbekkyzy met with Péter Horváth, CEO of «UBM Group», one of Hungary’s leading agribusiness groups.The key focus of the meeting was the implementation of UBM’s investment project to construct a premix production plant in the Almaty Region of Kazakhstan.The project is currently at the pre-construction stage. During the meeting, the parties discussed the current progress of the project and the next steps in its implementation.The project envisages the establishment of modern premix production in Kazakhstan using advanced European technologies and is expected to contribute to the development of the country’s feed industry.The Kazakh side expressed its readiness to continue supporting the implementation of the project. The parties agreed to maintain close cooperation and continue developing investment cooperation in the agribusiness sector.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-budapest/press/news/details/1286177?lang=ru

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issagaliyev met with Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to the Republic of Kazakhstan Mustafa Kapucu.The meeting focused on the current state and prospects for the development of the enhanced strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and Türkiye.The sides exchanged views on further strengthening cooperation in the political and diplomatic, trade and economic, cultural and humanitarian, and education sectors.The sides reaffirmed their readiness to continue cooperation aimed at implementing the agreements reached during the visits of the Heads of State of the two countries and further developing bilateral cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1286207?lang=ru

The VII “Altyn Dombyra” International Kui Competition is dedicated to the creative legacy of Azidolla Eskaliyev, People’s Artist of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The competition aims to promote Kazakh dombyra performance and the kui tradition, support talented performers and preserve the continuity of national musical heritage. Foreign performers are also welcome to take part in the competition. Venue: N. Zhantorin Regional Philharmonic Hall, Atyrau, Kazakhstan. Application documents must be submitted by October 25, 2026. Email: Oxshoatyrau@mail.kzSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-rabat/press/news/details/1286210?lang=ru