The official opening ceremony of Caspian Sea Action Week 2026, the largest international environmental volunteer initiative bringing together the Caspian littoral countries to protect the unique ecosystem of the Caspian Sea, took place in Mangystau Region of Kazakhstan.The large-scale event is being held as part of the International Year of Volunteers, proclaimed at the initiative of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.The opening ceremony brought together representatives of international organizations, official delegations from the Caspian states, leading environmental experts, youth organizations, and volunteers. Throughout the week, more than 2,000 participants from Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Russia, Turkmenistan, Iran, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan will take part in a wide range of activities.Opening the event, Akim of Mangystau region Nurdaulet Kilybay noted that hosting the international volunteer week highlights the region’s growing role as a platform for international environmental cooperation.«On the initiative of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev this year has been declared the International Year of Volunteers. This decision reflects a strategic commitment to strengthening civic responsibility, solidarity, and a culture of constructive engagement. It is symbolic that today Mangystau region is bringing together the countries of the Caspian region around a common goal – the preservation of our shared natural heritage. The Caspian Sea knows no national borders, and therefore responsibility for its future should also be shared. I am confident that Caspian Sea Action Week 2026 will become not only a platform for open dialogue but also the starting point for new joint environmental projects that will deliver tangible results and benefit future generations» - the regional governor said.Welcoming remarks were also delivered by Mahir Aliyev, Coordinator of the Interim Secretariat of the Tehran Convention, and Kairat Kambarov, Chairman of the Committee for Youth and Family Affairs of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Both speakers emphasized the importance of strengthening cooperation among states to ensure the long-term protection of the Caspian Sea ecosystem and promote the sustainable development of the region.The opening ceremony concluded with a concert program, while the highlight of the event was the premiere performance of the official anthem of Caspian Sea Action Week 2026.From August 6 to 12, participants will take part in an extensive program featuring panel discussions, environmental activities, the international coastal cleanup campaign Clean Caspian Challenge, the Caspian Hackathon, TED-style talks, volunteer environmental initiatives, an expedition to Bozzhyra Valley, and the international Caspian Sea Talks Summit.The project is implemented with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in partnership with the Akimat of Mangystau region and the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) program.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-minsk/press/news/details/1270945?lang=ru

The event was initiated and organized by the Komarovskoe Mining Company, the Akimat of the Zhitikarinsky District, and the Youth Resource Center.Participants formed teams, came up with names and environmental slogans, and then cleaned the village's streets and public areas.During the event, participants participated in an eco-quiz and a creative photo contest, and a concert program from the District Palace of Culture enhanced the festive atmosphere.The event brought together residents, young people, and volunteers, who demonstrated by their example that caring for cleanliness and improvement begins with each person.Thanks to such initiatives, villages are becoming cleaner, more comfortable, and more livable.#ТазаҚазақстанSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-mendykarin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1270890?lang=ru

Question: When filling out the tax reporting form for the simplified declaration (910.00), the line of the CSHI amount is filled in automatically. Can I change the amounts of this row?Answer: If the OSHI lines in the declaration form 910.00 are filled in automatically, the taxpayer has the opportunity to adjust them manually by highlighting all the values of such a line and specifying, for example, zero (0).Department of Explanatory Work and Contact CenterState Duma of the Pavlodar region Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1270898?lang=ru

Ulaanbaatar, August 6, 2026 – Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to Mongolia Almas Seitakynov, met with Zeneemyadaryn Batbayar Director of Mongolia’s Water Agency.The two sides discussed prospects for expanding Kazakh-Mongolian cooperation in water resource management, the introduction of water-saving technologies and the sustainable use of water resources.Particular attention was given to the exchange of expertise in water monitoring and protection, access to safe drinking water, drought and flood prevention, and efforts to address the consequences of climate change.Ambassador Seitakynov briefed Mr Batbayar on President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s initiative to establish an International Water Organisation under the auspices of the United Nations. It was noted that such a body would help strengthen international coordination on water-related issues, promote the sustainable use of water resources and develop lasting solutions to global and regional water challenges.Ahead of the 17th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD COP17), to be held in Ulaanbaatar from 17 to 28 August 2026, Ambassador Seitakynov invited Mr Batbayar to attend a thematic side event organised by Kazakhstan as part of the conference.The two sides emphasised the importance of closer cooperation between the relevant government agencies and research institutions of Kazakhstan and Mongolia.The meeting concluded with an agreement to maintain working-level contacts and further develop bilateral cooperation in the water sector.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-ulaanbaatar/press/news/details/1270871?lang=ru

1.4 billion tenge (US$1.5 billion) has been allocated from the recovered assets to modernize water supply and sanitation systems in the Akmola region.As part of the President's instructions to recover illegally acquired and exported assets and use them for the country's socioeconomic development, construction of a water supply and sanitation system is underway in the Akmola region. The government has allocated 1.4 billion tenge (US$1.5 billion) from the Special State Fund for these purposes, according to reports.Primeminister.kz.https://ortcom.kz/kk/novosti/1786075581Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-mendykarin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1270877?lang=ru