Air Astana is introducing new travel opportunities to Japan, Malaysia and Thailand, offering passengers from Georgia greater choice of destinations across Asia with convenient connections via Kazakhstan.From 30 November 2026, Air Astana will launch twice-weekly direct flights between Almaty and Tokyo (Japan). Twice-weekly flights between Astana and Bangkok (Thailand) will commence on 11 December, followed by seasonal flights between Almaty and Langkawi (Malaysia), operating three times a week from 25 December.Direct flights to Tokyo will provide convenient travel options for both leisure and business travelers visiting Japan. All-inclusive return fares from Tbilisi to Tokyo start from 2516 GEL in economy class and 9369 GEL in business class. The new flights from Astana to Bangkok will complement the existing service between Almaty and the Thai capital. Langkawi is a popular Malaysian island resort known for its beautiful beaches, tropical rainforests and scenic landscapes, and is expected to be a popular destination this winter. All-inclusive return fares from Tbilisi to Langkawi start from 2645 GEL in economy class and 7397 GEL in business class.Since the beginning of the year, the Air Astana Group has launched 22 new routes. With its extensive route network, Air Astana offers passengers travelling from Tbilisi a wider choice of destinations across Asia for both leisure and business travel, including during the winter season.Air Astana has received numerous international awards in recognition of its service quality. Most recently, at the World Airline Awards in September 2026, the airline was named Best Airline in Central Asia and the CIS by Skytrax for the 15th consecutive year and received the award for Best Airline Staff Service in Central Asia and the CIS for the tenth time.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tbilisi/press/news/details/1309524?lang=ru

Astana, 12 October 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issagaliyev, met with the Ambassador of the State of Palestine to the Republic of Kazakhstan Montaser Abu Zeid.During the meeting, the sides discussed current issues of bilateral cooperation and reaffirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening the traditionally friendly relations between Kazakhstan and Palestine.Particular attention was paid to humanitarian cooperation, including the provision of scholarships to Palestinian students pursuing higher education in Kazakhstan. The sides exchanged views on current regional and international issues, including the situation in the Middle East.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1309471?lang=ru

The Department of State Revenues in the Akmola region reports the following.According to Article 348 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, advance payments are paid by legal entities whose total annual income (SRS), taking into account adjustments for the period preceding the previous tax year, exceeds 600,000 times the monthly calculation indicator (MCI).The following are exempt from payment of advance payments:- taxpayers whose income does not exceed the threshold of 600,000 MCI;- newly created taxpayers - during the current and subsequent tax year;- non-profit organizations applying the provisions of paragraph 1 of Article 329 and Article 330 of the Tax Code;- organizations of persons with disabilities meeting the conditions of Article 331 of the Tax Code;- Astana HUB participants;- other taxpayers specified in subclauses 7-9 of paragraph 1 of Article 348 of the Tax Code.Calculation and reporting procedureQ1 (January, February, March):Submission of advance payment calculations prior to declaration (TNF 101.01) has been discontinued. Advance payments are accrued automatically by the tax authority in the amount of 1/12 of the amount of advances for the previous period (Article 349 of the Tax Code).Quarters 2-4 (April - December):Taxpayers submit the Calculation of advance payments after the declaration (TNF 101.02) no later than April 20 of the current year (Article 350 of the Tax Code).Adjustment of amounts:If the amounts of the estimated income change, the taxpayer has the right to submit an additional calculation (TNF 101.02) by December 31 of the reporting tax period.Advance payments shall be made monthly not later than the 25th day of each month.Exceeding the actually calculated amount of CPN according to the results of the tax period over the amount of advance payments by more than 20% entails administrative responsibility under Part 3 of Article 278 of the Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Administrative Offenses" (in the form of an administrative fine in the amount of 20% of the excess amount).We recommend that taxpayers make timely adjustments to the declared amounts of advance payments under CIT. Рекомендуем налогоплательщикам своевременно производить корректировки заявленных сумм авансовых платежей по КПН.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1309448?lang=ru

On October 12, 2026, Chairman of the Board of the Kazakhstan Agency for International Development "KazAID" Amb. Nurgali Arystanov held a meeting with JICA Expert Uehara Makiko and Business Promotion Advisor (JICA Expert) Murayama Mitsuo.During the meeting, the sides discussed promising areas of cooperation, including disaster risk reduction and resilience for Central Asia, as well as entrepreneurship support.The parties confirmed their mutual interest in further expanding joint initiatives. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazaid/press/news/details/1309440?lang=ru

Manama, 6–8 October 2026 – During a working visit, Madiyar Menilbekov, the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan concurrently accredited to the Kingdom of Bahrain, met with officials and representatives of the Kingdom’s business and cultural communities to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation.The Ambassador attended the “Made in GCC 2026” forum and exhibition at Exhibition World Bahrain. Held under the patronage of King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the event was opened on the King’s behalf by Crown Prince and Prime Minister Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa. The forum focused on opportunities for industrial cooperation and investment partnerships.Discussion with Ambassador Salah Mohammed Shehab, Chief of Protocol at Bahrain’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, addressed preparations for the second round of political consultations and organisational matters concerning high-level events.The meeting with Muneera Nofal Al Doseri, Executive Director of the King Hamad Global Center for Coexistence and Tolerance, focused on interfaith and intercultural dialogue and stronger ties between relevant institutions in the two countries. The Bahraini side commended Kazakhstan’s contribution in this field and the role of the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions.The Ambassador met with Shaikh Rashid bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, a member of Bahrain’s ruling family, Chairman of the National Council for Arts, Honorary President of the Bahrain Arts Society and founder of the RAK Art Foundation, and visited his solo exhibition. They discussed prospects for cultural exchanges and closer links between art institutions. Following the visit, it was proposed to explore holding a solo exhibition of the artist’s work in Kazakhstan.The meeting with Abdulwahab Yousif Al Hawaj, a member of the Board of Directors of the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry, focused on trade and investment cooperation and direct business contacts. Particular attention was given to the possibility of establishing a Kazakhstan–Bahrain Business Council.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-manama/press/news/details/1309424?lang=ru