Vice Minister of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan Asan Darbayev took part in the opening of the Economic Forum of the United Nations Special Program for the Economies of Central Asia (SPECA), as well as in the 20th session of the SPECA Governing Council, which were held in Ashgabat (Turkmenistan) from January 20 to 23, 2026.Speaking at the opening of the Forum, Asan Darbayev expressed gratitude to the Government of Turkmenistan, as well as the secretariats of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific for the high level of organization of the event and consistent work on the development of regional economic cooperation. He stressed that SPECA has established itself as an effective regional platform contributing to the deepening of trade and economic integration, the development of transport connectivity and the promotion of sustainable development in Central Asia. Kazakhstan, in turn, is ready to actively participate in the implementation of initiatives in the fields of trade, logistics, sustainable infrastructure and innovation.During the event, it was noted that trade and economic cooperation between Kazakhstan and the SPECA countries demonstrates a steady positive trend. According to the results of January–November 2025, the trade turnover between Kazakhstan and the SPECA countries amounted to 8.7 billion US dollars, an increase of 10.1% compared to the same period last year. Exports from Kazakhstan increased by 15% and reached USD 6.7 billion, reflecting the increased participation of Kazakhstani manufacturers in regional supply chains.Special attention was paid to Kazakhstan's progress in the field of trade facilitation. In 2023, Kazakhstan fully fulfilled its obligations under the World Trade Organization Agreement on Trade Facilitation, becoming one of the few countries in the region to complete this process.Kazakhstan successfully uses digital tools to support businesses. In order to increase transparency and accessibility of information for businesses in Kazakhstan, the National Trade Portal operates tradeinfo.kz , containing a description of more than 80 import, export and transit procedures. The portal is integrated with the Central Asia Gateway regional platform, which has been recognized by the United Nations as the best trade portal in the world.Following the results of the forum, it was noted that further deepening of cooperation within SPECA would contribute not only to the growth of mutual trade, but also to increasing the stability and competitiveness of the economies of Central Asian countries as a whole.For reference:SPECA is a Special United Nations Program for the Economies of Central Asia (SPECA), developed by the United Nations in 1997. SPECA members are Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan and Afghanistan.https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1147301?lang=ruSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-ekonomika-zhosparlau/press/news/details/1147605?lang=kk

One of the priority areas for the state revenue authorities of East Kazakhstan region is monitoring the timely and comprehensive fulfillment of tax obligations related to corporate income tax (CIT) withheld at the source from non-resident income.According to the Paragraph 1 of Article 679 of the newly revised Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, 39 types of non-resident income are classified as being from sources within the Republic of Kazakhstan. The most common categories include income from the sale of goods and services within the territory of Kazakhstan, the performance of work, and the provision of services—including consulting, management, financial, engineering, marketing, and auditing. This also encompasses income in the form of dividends, interest, remuneration, royalties, insurance premiums, international transportation, and increase in the value of property.Non-resident taxation is administered through cameral audit of tax reporting form 101.04, ‘Calculation of corporate income tax withheld at the source of payment from non-resident income,’ utilizing data provided by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan."Cameral control is carried out in the following areas:accuracy of the calculation and withholding CIT at the source of payment, verified against National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan data on currency transactions and tax reporting form 101.04;legality of applying tax exemptions and reduced rates under international double taxation treaties;identification of instances involving the unjustified application of full withholding tax exemptions on the income of non-resident legal entities;identification of violations and non-compliance in calculating value added tax for non-residents.Identified violations result in an additional financial burden for taxpayers in the form of penalties, which may adversely affect their financial and economic activities. Consequently, taxpayers are advised to strictly comply with tax legislation requirements when calculating and paying CIT at the source of payment.State revenue authorities continuously conduct activities aimed at identifying and recovering additional tax reserves within the non-resident taxation sector.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1147499?lang=kk

ШЫМКЕНТ ҚАЛАСЫНЫҢ АУЫЛ ШАРУАШЫЛЫҒЫ САЛАСЫНДАҒЫ 2025 ЖЫЛҒЫ ДАМУ КӨРСЕТКІШТЕРІ2025 жылы Шымкент қаласының ауыл шаруашылығы және ветеринария саласы тұрақты даму бағытын сақтап, нақты нәтижелерге қол жеткізді. Қала аумағында ауыл шаруашылығы өндірісін ұлғайту, инвестиция тарту, жаңа жұмыс орындарын ашу және ветеринариялық қауіпсіздікті қамтамасыз ету бағытында жүйелі жұмыстар жүргізілді.Ағымдағы жылы 23 мың гектар жерге ауыл шаруашылығы дақылдары егіліп, жалпы 82 мың тонна өнім жиналды. Оның ішінде 7,0 мың гектарға дәнді дақылдар, 3,3 мың гектарға майлы дақылдар, 1,8 мың гектарға көкөніс-бақша дақылдары және 10,9 мың гектарға мал азықтық дақылдар егілді. Бұл көрсеткіштер егін шаруашылығында өндіріс көлемінің тұрақты артқанын көрсетеді.2025 жылғы 1 қарашадағы жағдай бойынша қалада ірі қара мал саны 96,3 мың басты, ұсақ мал 97,9 мың басты, жылқы 21,2 мың басты, ал құс саны 1 207,1 мың басты құрады. Есепті кезеңде 6,6 мың тонна ет, 64,8 мың тонна сүт және 219,3 миллион дана жұмыртқа өндіріліп, қала тұрғындарын отандық ауыл шаруашылығы өнімдерімен қамтамасыз ету деңгейі артты.Жыл басынан бері ауыл шаруашылығы саласына 12 инвестициялық жоба аясында 43,4 млрд теңге инвестиция тартылып, 170 жаңа жұмыс орны ашылды. Аталған жобалар қатарында көкөніс қоймасы, құс фабрикасы, алты сүт өңдеу кәсіпорны, бір сүт фермасы, жеміс-көкөніс өңдеуді кеңейту жобалары және «Alsera KZ» жылыжай кешені бар. Бүгінде «Alsera KZ» компаниясы 40 гектар жылыжай кешенінің құрылыс жұмыстарын аяқтап, алғашқы өнім жинауда.Жалпы алғанда, 2025 жылы Шымкент қаласының ауыл шаруашылығы және ветеринария саласында қол жеткізілген нәтижелер қаланың агроөнеркәсіптік әлеуетінің артқанын, инвестициялық тартымдылығының күшейгенін және тұрғындардың азық-түлік қауіпсіздігін қамтамасыз етудегі оң өзгерістерді айқын көрсетеді.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent-auyal-zharuazhalyk/press/news/details/1147472?lang=kk

Honoring citizens who have devoted their lives to the field of education and served the public good with dedication for many years is one of the key responsibilities of society. In this regard, a retirement ceremony for Baurzhan Nazaruly Duisenbayev, Director of Secondary School No. 30 named after Omar Shorayakuly, was held today in the conference hall of the district akimat. The ceremonial event was chaired by the District Akim, Zhandos Erkinbek, who paid tribute to a citizen who has earned public trust through many years of honest service.— Over more than 40 years of professional activity, Baurzhan Nazaruly progressed from a teacher to Deputy Akim of Zhosaly settlement, Director of Schools No. 250, No. 27, and No. 30, and Head of the District Education Department. In every position, he demonstrated strong leadership experience, organizational skills, and a high level of professionalism in working with the public and staff. His initiatives and decisions were aimed at strengthening social stability, improving the quality of education, and building public trust, — noted the District Akim.Special recognition was also given to Baurzhan Nazaruly’s contribution to transitioning five Russian schools in the city of Baikonur to the Kazakhstan national education standards.During the event, Zhandos Erkinbek presented the honoree with the district’s highest award — the “Qurmet” Certificate of Honor.Additionally, congratulatory speeches were delivered by the Chairman of the District Maslikhat, Ädil Qoshalakov; veteran educator and Honorary Citizen of Karmakshy District, Dämeli Zhalgasbayeva; and veteran of sports and education, Erkin Atabayev, who shared their warm wishes.At the conclusion of the event, Baurzhan Duisenbayev expressed his sincere gratitude to the district leadership and colleagues for the respect and appreciation shown to him.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1147473?lang=kk

Today, an interagency meeting dedicated to crime prevention issues was held at School-Lyceum No. 277 in the city of Bayqongyr.During the meeting, the results of the work carried out in 2025 in the field of crime prevention were reviewed, and tasks for the upcoming period were discussed. The meeting was attended by Deputy District Akim Dias Moldabayev. The session was opened by City Prosecutor Shyngys Yeszhanov, who emphasized the importance of the issues included in the agenda.In his speech, Dias Moldabayev highlighted that the principle of “Law and Order,” outlined by the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in his Address to the People of Kazakhstan titled “A Just Kazakhstan: Law and Order, Economic Growth, and Public Optimism,” serves as a fundamental pillar for ensuring security and justice in society. He stressed that all decisions and actions in the country must strictly comply with legal requirements. He also noted the importance of continuing the project “A Crime-Free Region — a Guarantee of a Prosperous Future,” with a focus on promoting a healthy lifestyle.Within the framework of the agenda, reports were delivered by Deputy City Prosecutor Arman Zhappasbayev, Deputy Head of the Administrative Police Department of the Representation of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Bayqongyr, Police Major Myrzash Nurtayev, and Head of the Karmakshy District Education Department Berik Zhanibekov. Veterans and local residents also raised pressing issues and shared their proposals on the topic discussed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1147476?lang=kk