Where there are circumstances giving rise to reasonable doubts as to the impartiality of the heads of a state body (conflict of interest), which may result in the improper exercise of official powers, the Ethics Commissioner shall carry out his or her activities on an independent basis.Based on the results of his or her activities, the Ethics Commissioner shall submit reports to the authorized body. The form and deadlines for submitting reports shall be approved by the authorized body.The interaction of the Ethics Commissioner with the authorized anti-corruption body shall be carried out in accordance with a joint legal act of the authorized body and the authorized anti-corruption body.The Ethics Commissioner shall receive civil servants and other citizens on matters falling within his or her functions upon their request or at least once a month in accordance with a schedule posted in places accessible to the general public.Where necessary, an interview with a citizen or civil servant may be conducted by telephone or through other means of communication that ensure the proper transmission of information.In accordance with the procedure established by law, information about the Ethics Commissioner, including his or her surname, initials, photograph, office number and telephone numbers, shall be posted on the website of the state body and in places accessible to the general public within the premises of the state body.For the purpose of monitoring compliance with official ethics standards, as well as the state of the moral and psychological climate within the team, the Ethics Commissioner shall conduct an anonymous survey at least once every six months using the form approved by the authorized body.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-astana/press/news/details/1297878?lang=ru

Jakarta, 23 September 2026 - Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Indonesia Mr. Serzhan Abdykarimov held a meeting with Founder and Chairman of “Jababeka & Co.” Dr. Setyono Djuandi Darmono.During the meeting, the parties exchanged views on a wide range of issues related to bilateral trade, economic and investment cooperation between Kazakhstan and Indonesia.Ambassador Abdykarimov provided detailed information on Kazakhstan’s favorable investment climate, the country’s trade and economic potential, as well as government measures to support foreign investors. The Ambassador emphasized the importance of the Free Trade Agreement between the Member States of the Eurasian Economic Union and Indonesia, the implementation of which is expected to provide additional impetus to the expansion of mutual trade and the deepening of industrial cooperation.Chairman of “Jababeka & Co.” Dr. Setyono Djuandi Darmono expressed keen interest in further developing business cooperation with Kazakh partners. The head of the Indonesian holding company, which specializes in integrated territorial development and the development of industrial estates, emphasized the company’s readiness to explore promising areas of cooperation and exchange practical experience by sending a business delegation to Kazakhstan.Following the meeting, the parties agreed to take measures to implement the plans discussed with a view to strengthening mutually beneficial partnership between the business communities of the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-jakarta/press/news/details/1297787?lang=ru

Almaty, September 22, 2026 - Ambassador-at-Large – Head of the Representative Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty, Zhanibek Abdrashov, participated and delivered a welcoming speech at the official reception of the Consulate General of China on the occasion of the celebration of the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. In his speech, Zh. Abdrashov noted the high level of Kazakh-Chinese relations, highlighting active political dialogue, strengthening of cultural and humanitarian cooperation, as well as the importance of trade, economic, and investment ties. In conclusion, the diplomat expressed confidence in the further deepening of friendly and mutually beneficial cooperation between Kazakhstan and China.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-almaty/press/news/details/1297775?lang=ru

Brasília, September 23, 2026 - At the invitation of the Brazilian side, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Brazil, Bolat Nussupov, took part in the presentation of Brazil’s National Policy on Strategic and Critical Minerals in the mining sector of the economy, as well as its impact on foreign investment.The event was organized by the consulting company “Barral Parente Pinheiro” and brought together representatives of the country’s business community and members of the diplomatic corps accredited in Brazil.In their remarks, the Brazilian speakers noted that critical and strategic mineral resources have become the subject of growing international competition, driven by the transition to a low-carbon economy, the development of digital technologies, the pursuit of more reliable supply chains, as well as increasing geopolitical tensions worldwide.Possessing significant reserves of niobium, lithium, rare earth elements, graphite, phosphates, and nickel, Brazil occupies a strategically important position in the global mineral resources landscape.For reference: Within the framework of the National Policy on Critical and Strategic Minerals, Brazil seeks to strengthen its position as a key participant in international value chains by focusing its efforts on three main areas: generating added value domestically, ensuring sovereignty over mineral resources, and attracting both domestic and foreign capital.    Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brazil/press/news/details/1297743?lang=ru

Mons, 21 September 2026 – The University of Mons (UMONS) hosted a presentation of Kazakhstan’s “Kitap Oqityn Ult” (“Reading Nation”) project, aimed at promoting reading and fostering young people’s interest in knowledge, culture and national heritage.The event was attended by Chantal Scoubeau, Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Management, who will take office as Vice-Rector for Sustainable Development and Community Life in October, along with university faculty members and more than 40 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral students. Participants were introduced to the main objectives of the nationwide reading marathon and its new Parasat track, which provides an opportunity to join the initiative outside the competitive format.Jade Charpentier, a University of Mons student who had previously visited Kazakhstan, noted: “An initiative aimed at promoting reading among young people helps broaden horizons, discover new ideas and cultures, and see the world around us from a new perspective.”The presentation was complemented by a programme introducing contemporary Kazakhstan, its national traditions and language. Aigerim Akkulova (Qazaq Centre) and Ainur Kassenova, members of the Kazakh community living in Mons, spoke about Kazakh customs and their place in society. Students from the Department of Post-Soviet Studies at the Faculty of Translation and Interpretation showed particular interest in the Kazakh language. During an interactive session, they learned commonly used words and expressions and spoke their first phrases in Kazakh. The students also expressed interest in continuing to study the Kazakh language and in the possibility of introducing a full-fledged Kazakh language course at the Faculty.A performance by Belgian students Angelika and Xavier, who played two traditional Kazakh küy compositions on the dombra, attracted particular interest. They had previously completed a six-month internship in Almaty, where they became acquainted with the country’s culture and everyday life and began learning to play the Kazakh national instrument.The presentation at the University of Mons broadened the project’s international audience and offered Belgian students another opportunity to discover Kazakhstan through literature, language and music.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brussels/press/news/details/1297744?lang=ru