The Internal State Audit Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan is expanding the practice of remote identification and risk assessment of non-compliance with budget legislation in the activities of state institutions.Along with online monitoring of the budget expenditure side, the analysis of accounting operations has been scaled up this year.Today, monitoring covers 14,000 state institutions.This year, based on the risk management system, more than 598 million accounting operations with a total volume of 22 trillion tenge have been analyzed.Notifications of identified risks totaling approximately 166 billion tenge were promptly sent to budget program administrators, of which 141 billion tenge have already been resolved.The main advantage of this approach is responding directly within the accounting process, before the formation of financial statements.Identified discrepancies can be corrected by state institutions even before the data enters the financial statements and affects the reliability of information on assets, liabilities, and financial results, including when forming consolidated financial statements for the republican budget. "Digital data allows us to see the state of accounting in real time. Instead of subsequently identifying an already committed violation, it has become possible to respond in a timely manner at the stage when actions or inactions of institutions arise, which could lead to financial violations, waste of budget funds, and economic damage to the state" – noted the Chairman of the Committee, YERZHAN MYNZHASAROV.The development of digital monitoring is one of the practical directions for implementing the Concept for the Development of Internal State Audit of the Republic of Kazakhstan until 2030, adopted this year.Among the key benchmarks of the Concept are the further development of a risk-oriented approach, data analytics, and preventive control.The next stage is the integration of the Committee's digital tools into a unified analytical environment.For this purpose, an integrated analytical information system for state audit, SMART AUDIT QAZAQSTAN (SAQ), is being implemented.The system is being implemented in stages from 2026 to 2028 and provides for the introduction of big data analytics using artificial intelligence technologies. The first stage of the project is planned to be completed in early 2027.Already today, the Committee's digital tools are being expanded for the early detection of potential risks and their prevention. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvga/press/news/details/1290306?lang=ru

An apartment, private house, country house or garage is not only property, but also comes with certain tax obligations. In 2026, it is particularly important for property owners to know how and when property tax is paid.Since January 1, 2026, a new Tax Code has been in effect in Kazakhstan, establishing the procedure for taxation of individuals’ property. The relevant provisions are set out in Chapter 67 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Who is required to pay property tax?Property tax is paid by individuals who own real estate that is subject to taxation. This includes, in particular, residential houses, apartments, country houses, garages and other real estate specified by tax legislation.Owning real estate does not mean that the owner has to calculate the tax amount independently. First and foremost, it is important to check the tax assessment in a timely manner and make the payment by the established deadline.Individuals must pay property tax no later than October 1 of the year following the reporting tax period. Thus, in 2026, property tax is paid for the relevant previous tax period. Therefore, it is advisable not to postpone checking your tax assessment until the last days. The earlier an owner verifies whether the tax has been assessed and whether the amount is correct, the easier it will be to resolve any potential issues in a timely manner.Where can you check the tax amount?Today, there is no need to visit a tax authority to obtain this information. Individuals can receive information about upcoming tax payments electronically. The State Revenue Committee provides relevant online services, including information on tax amounts due for payment by October 1. Tax obligations can also be checked through mobile services and banking applications, where taxpayers can view and pay their taxes.What if the property information has changed?Particular attention should be paid to situations where the owner has sold real estate, acquired a new property, changed information regarding ownership rights, or discovered inaccuracies in the data. In such cases, it is important not to ignore discrepancies, but to contact the relevant authorities in a timely manner to clarify the information. Up-to-date information about the real estate is important for correctly determining tax obligations.Property tax may seem like a small annual obligation that is easy to remember at the last minute. However, timely payment of taxes is part of every property owner’s financial responsibility.It is important to remember that a tax obligation does not end with the purchase of real estate. It continues throughout the entire period of ownership of the property. Therefore, the simple algorithm for a property owner in 2026 is:check the tax assessment → clarify the information if necessary → pay the tax on time.Modern electronic services allow individuals to independently monitor their tax obligations and pay taxes in a convenient way. Knowing your tax obligations is not only a legal requirement, but also an element of financial literacy. Timely payment of taxes is a simple step that helps avoid tax arrears and additional obligations. Property owners only need to regularly check their tax obligations and fulfill them on time.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-atyrau/press/news/details/1290295?lang=ru

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The Tourism and Investment Department of East Kazakhstan Region announces the competition dedicated to World Tourism Day.The competition aims to identify and recognize the best representatives of the tourism industry who contribute to the quality development and promotion of the tourism potential of East Kazakhstan Region.6 nominations:• Best Guest House of East Kazakhstan Region 2026• Best Recreation Facility of East Kazakhstan Region 2026• Best Wellness Facility of East Kazakhstan Region 2026• Best Tour Operator of East Kazakhstan Region 2026• Best Tourism Blogger of East Kazakhstan Region 2026• For Active Coverage of Tourism Development IssuesApplications are accepted until September 21, 2026.The Competition Regulations are available at the following link: https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tourism-vko/documents/details/1065647?lang=en Applications are accepted via Google Forms for the respective nominations at the following link: https://forms.gle/7dMD2M4XGSxVpywd9Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tourism-vko/press/news/details/1290169?lang=ru

Tokyo, September 11, 2026 - Ambassador Yerlan Baudarbek-Kozhatayev held a meeting with Dr. Nobumasa Akiyama, Director of the Center for Disarmament, Science and Technology (CDAST).Dr. Akiyama emphasized the importance of strengthening practical cooperation between the two countries with a view to contributing to the establishment of a world free of nuclear weapons. In this regard, it was noted that the Center plays an active role in preparing the annual Hiroshima Report, which focuses on nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation issues. Kazakhstan has traditionally ranked highly in the Japanese assessment across key aspects of nuclear security.Ambassador Baudarbek-Kozhatayev highlighted the particular significance of the commemorative milestones being marked this year - the 35th anniversary of the closure of the Semipalatinsk Nuclear Test Site and the 20th anniversary of the Treaty on a Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone in Central Asia. The Japanese side was presented with the relevant statements by the Foreign Ministers of the Central Asian countries, as well as by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan and the Executive Secretary of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO).During the discussion of the initiative of President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to establish an International Agency for Biological Safety (IABS), Dr. Akiyama underscored the importance of collective efforts to strengthen the international security architecture and enhance mechanisms for addressing biological threats, including emerging pandemics.The sides also discussed promising areas of bilateral cooperation in the fields of disarmament, non-proliferation, international humanitarian law, the responsible use of artificial intelligence, and the peaceful uses of nuclear energy, including within various international organizations.Recognizing the importance of the existing ties between the cities of Hiroshima, Nagasaki and Semey, the sides agreed on the importance of expanding exchanges between research institutions and civil society organizations in the two countries working on the effects of nuclear testing on people and the environment.Background: The Center for Disarmament, Science and Technology (CDAST) was established in 1996. The Center conducts research in the fields of disarmament, non-proliferation and global security; promotes the development of mechanisms for implementing the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT); provides professional training; and implements international exchange programs.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tokyo/press/news/details/1290163?lang=ru