A Kazakh delegation led by Seilzhan Akhmetov, Deputy Chairman of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, is participating in the 7th Belt and Road Initiative Tax Administration Cooperation Forum (BRITACOF). The forum is taking place on 13–15 October 2026 in Jakarta, Indonesia.   The forum brings together representatives of tax administrations from 38 countries and 30 observer organizations. The main purpose of the meeting is to exchange experience and identify effective solutions to modernize the work of tax authorities and make tax compliance clearer and more convenient for individuals and businesses.   Discussions focus on the digitalization of tax administration, new approaches to responding to evolving forms of economic activity, and simplifying tax compliance.   For Kazakhstan, such platforms are particularly valuable as an opportunity to study successful solutions from other countries and apply the most effective practices while taking national circumstances into account.   During the forum, the Kazakh delegation held bilateral meetings with the heads of the tax authorities of China, Indonesia and the United Arab Emirates. The parties discussed the development of tax administration and exchanged practical experience.   International cooperation enables Kazakhstan to draw on global experience in further improving its tax system, including digital services, reducing the administrative burden, and creating more transparent and convenient conditions for taxpayers.   Kazakhstan continues to develop cooperation with foreign tax administrations under the Belt and Road Initiative, with a particular focus on digitalization, transparency and improving the quality of tax administration.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1311786?lang=ru

A delegation from Shakarim University, headed by Chairman of the Management Board – Rector, Professor Duman Orynbekov, paid a working visit to Dokuz Eylül University in İzmir, Türkiye.During the visit, the Kazakh delegation held a meeting with Professor Hamdi Şükür Kılıç, Vice-Rector of Dokuz Eylül University.The parties discussed opportunities for expanding academic cooperation in veterinary medicine, bioengineering, Turkic studies, and foreign languages, as well as prospects for implementing joint scientific projects and strengthening inter-university ties.Particular attention was given to the preparation of a cooperation protocol between the two universities and the identification of priority areas for future collaboration.The meeting marked an important step towards further strengthening the partnership between Kazakhstan and Türkiye in the fields of education and science.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-izmir/press/news/details/1311737?lang=ru

A race and walk took place in the Samar region as part of the republican information campaign "Ayel omiri ushin" ("For the Life of a Woman"), aimed at raising awareness about breast cancer. The action was held with the support of the regional branch of the Adilet party.More than 50 women representatives of labor collectives of organizations, civil servants and residents of the district took part in the event. The participants came together to support the idea of caring for women's health and to remind them of the importance of timely examination and disease prevention.Following the results of the race, the participants who were the first to reach the finish line were awarded with diplomas and gifts.On the same day, women could receive free consultations from specialists, including a mammologist, at the district hospital, as well as undergo a medical examination.The event was part of an effort to draw attention to women's health issues and the importance of early detection of diseases.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-samar/press/news/details/1311738?lang=ru

Since 13 October 2026, a delegation of the Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market, led by Chairperson Madina Abylkassymova, has been participating in the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group in Bangkok, Thailand.During a meeting with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, the parties discussed the current state of Kazakhstan’s financial sector, its development prospects and reform priorities, financial stability, and bilateral cooperation. The Agency Chairperson highlighted the constructive cooperation with the IMF and its technical assistance in drafting the new Law on Banks.Madina Abylkassymova also attended the Caucasus and Central Asia ministers and central bank governors meeting with IMF Deputy Managing Director Bo Li. Discussions focused on the importance of a resilient financial sector for regional integration, enhancements to banking regulation, and the adoption of international best practices in supervision.Particular attention was paid to cooperation with the Caucasus, Central Asia, and Mongolia Regional Capacity Development Center (CCAMTAC), based in Almaty.Meetings with IMF representatives also addressed the implementation of a comprehensive risk-based supervisory framework for the capital market and insurance sector. The parties discussed further expert cooperation in drafting new laws on the capital market and insurance to support reforms in these sectors. External Communications Departmentpress@finreg.kzSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ardfm/press/news/details/1311732?lang=ru

         Two 25-year-old foreign citizens who were sentenced to three years and six months in prison for causing bodily harm are serving their sentences in a medium-security prison in the Abai region.During the conversation, the convicts admitted that they had come to Kazakhstan from another country several years ago to get an education and build a decent future. Their main dream was to return home with a diploma and meet the expectations of their parents. However, fate decreed otherwise — instead of the long-awaited meeting with their loved ones, they ended up in prison. For three years, the convicts did not dare to inform their parents about the incident, fearing condemnation and the fact that the closest people would turn away from them.The story of the young people did not leave the staff of the institution indifferent. After the psychological diagnosis, the specialists began work on restoring the lost family ties. Psychologists, together with the staff of the educational service, established contact with the relatives of the convicts, explained the situation in detail and organized a video call.After three years of separation, the long-awaited meeting of parents and sons took place. During the video call, no one could contain their emotions. For the first time, parents found out where their children were, and the convicts had the opportunity to ask for forgiveness and hear the most important words of support. For the young people, this meeting was a turning point, giving them hope and faith that they could change their lives.- When I got here, I was most afraid that my parents would never be able to forgive me. These thoughts haunted me. But after our conversation, I realized that no matter what, they still love me and are waiting for me at home. Yes, I didn't live up to their expectations, and I have a lot to fix. Now I know what's expected of me, which means I have something to change for. I will do my best to walk this path with dignity, improve myself and meet my family as soon as possible," the convict shared.- The restoration of family ties is one of the most important areas of psychological and educational work with convicts. The support of relatives has a huge impact on a person's emotional state, helps him realize the consequences of a crime, strengthens motivation to correct and return to a law-abiding life. Each such meeting is backed by the painstaking work of the institution's staff, and it is especially important for us to see how it helps people regain hope and self—confidence," said the institution's psychologist, Kuralai Iksanova.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/duisabai/press/news/details/1311724?lang=ru