On February 5, 2026, in Bucharest, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Romania, E. Ali, held a meeting with the Senator of the Romanian Parliament, Chairman of the «Kazakh-Romanian Interparliamentary Friendship Group», K. Niculescu-Țâgârlaș, during which they discussed the provisions of the draft Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the progress of constitutional reformDuring the conversation, K. Niculescu-Țâgârlaș assessed the new draft Constitution and general constitutional reform as an important tool for modernizing state institutions. In his opinion, in the current context of political, economic, and technological changes, the basic law must respond to the new needs of society, and the reform must be aimed at strengthening the balance between the branches of power and increasing legal clarity.According to K. Niculescu-Țâgârlaș, the main advantage of such a reform for Romania is to increase the efficiency of public administration and strengthen citizens' trust in the state. The senator noted that clarifying constitutional norms will strengthen the independence of the judiciary, ensure the transparency of electoral processes, and protect fundamental rights and freedoms in accordance with modern requirements. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-bucharest/press/news/details/1157074?lang=kk

Al-Kuwait, February 8, 2026 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the State of Kuwait, Yerzhan Yelekeyev, took part in the 5th General Assembly of the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) and the International Digital Cooperation Forum held in Kuwait City, together with a delegation from the Ministry of AI and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The Digital Cooperation Organization brings together 16 member states and serves as one of the key international platforms for the development of the digital economy and technological cooperation. The events were attended by ministers and heads of government bodies responsible for information technology and digitalization in the member states.During a thematic panel on the future of the digital economy, Ambassador Yelekeyev presented the results of Kazakhstan’s digital transformation. It was emphasized that, according to the UN E-Government Development Index 2024, Kazakhstan ranks 24th among 193 countries worldwide and is included in the group of countries with a very high level of e-government development, while ranking 10th globally in online services.In his remarks, the Ambassador highlighted Kazakhstan’s strategic approach to digitalization as a key element of economic infrastructure and a driver of national competitiveness. Measures aimed at developing a platform-based e-government model, introducing proactive public services, and expanding digital solutions for citizens and businesses were presented.Information was also shared on the comprehensive three-year accelerated digital transformation program being implemented on the instructions of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The program provides for the development of artificial intelligence infrastructure, construction of data centers, expansion of computing capacity, and workforce training.Kazakhstan confirmed its readiness to exchange practical experience with DCO member states in the fields of e-government, artificial intelligence, digital services, and cybersecurity.The issue of Kazakhstan’s accession to the Digital Cooperation Organization was also discussed on the sidelines of the events. Participation of the Kazakh delegation in the DCO activities thus became an important step toward strengthening international cooperation in digitalization and promoting Kazakhstan’s technological development experience at the global level.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-kuveyt/press/news/details/1157075?lang=kk

Amman, February 8, 2026 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan H.E. Mr. Talgat Shaldanbay met with Chief Executive Officer of PBI Aqaba Industrial Estate LLP H.E. Ms. Adel Ye Yang.During the meeting, they discussed current trends and prospects for the development of investment and industrial cooperation between Kazakhstan and Jordan. The parties exchanged views on expanding cooperation in the field of special (free) economic zones and industrial parks, as well as opportunities for implementing joint projects with the participation of Kazakh businesses.The Ambassador emphasized his interest in developing practical cooperation with Jordanian partners and utilizing the potential of the Aqaba industrial zones to help Kazakh companies enter the markets of the Middle East and neighboring regions.Representatives of PBI Aqaba Industrial Estate provided information about the company's activities, approaches to supporting investors, and readiness to develop cooperation with companies from Central Asia.Particular attention was paid to the issues of consistent expansion of business contacts and possible formats for further cooperation, including the organization of familiarization visits and meetings between business representatives.Following the meeting, the parties confirmed their readiness to maintain regular contacts and close cooperation aimed at the steady development of bilateral cooperation in the investment and industrial spheres.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-amman/press/news/details/1157076?lang=kk

Al-Kuwait, February 8, 2026 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the State of Kuwait Yerzhan Yelekeyev held a meeting with Waleed Al-Bahar, Acting Director General of the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development.During the talks, the parties discussed prospects for resuming and strengthening cooperation between Kazakhstan and the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development (KFAED), as well as opportunities to utilize technical assistance instruments for the implementation of priority infrastructure projects.Following the meeting, an agreement was reached on the Fund’s readiness to allocate up to USD 5 million in 2026 to provide technical assistance to the Republic of Kazakhstan. This support will be aimed at preparing feasibility studies, conducting design and engineering works, as well as training and capacity-building of specialized personnel, thereby ensuring high-quality project preparation and subsequent implementation.Priority areas of potential cooperation of particular interest to KFAED include modernization of energy infrastructure, including substations, construction and upgrading of wastewater treatment facilities, development of agricultural storage infrastructure, and construction and development of road networks.Ambassador of Kazakhstan emphasized that the use of the Fund’s technical assistance instruments will enhance the quality of infrastructure project preparation, accelerate their implementation, and ensure compliance with international standards.In turn, the leadership of the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development expressed its readiness to resume active cooperation with Kazakhstan and further strengthen bilateral engagement. The Fund also confirmed its willingness to host an official delegation from Kazakhstan in Kuwait to discuss in greater detail prospective areas of cooperation and specific joint projects.The parties agreed to continue substantive coordination and maintain regular contacts through relevant authorities to identify a list of projects that could be implemented with the Fund’s support in the near future.The Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development is one of the leading regional development institutions providing financial and technical support for projects across Asia, Africa, and other regions. Established in 1961, the Fund focuses on infrastructure, energy, transport, and socio-economic development initiatives. Over the years, the total volume of approved financing has exceeded tens of billions of US dollars, with projects implemented in more than 100 countries worldwide. Each year, the organization allocates significant resources in concessional loans and technical assistance to support priority development projects. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-kuveyt/press/news/details/1157077?lang=kk

The new principles and norms in the new text of the Constitution are innovations that can serve as an example and a guideline for other countries. This was stated by State Counselor Yerlan Karin at the ninth meeting of the Constitutional Reform Commission. According to him, some citizens are also posting comments on social media saying, "Before we get into trouble, we should just copy another country's Constitution." "Recently, due to the development and prosperity of completely new directions, such as digitization and digital technology, many states are considering introducing relevant norms into the constitutional and legal system. Our country is one of the first to introduce the norm of digital data protection into the Constitution. That is, the new principles and norms in the new text can serve as an example and a guideline for other countries," noted Erlan Karin. The State Counselor noted that paragraphs 1 and 2 of Article 21 of the Constitution guarantee the right to privacy, the right to personal and family secrecy, and the right to protection of personal data from unlawful collection, processing, and use. "That is, we are one of the first countries to enshrine in the Constitution the protection of personal data in the digital space as a new measure of human rights protection. This is another proof of the future-oriented nature of the new Constitution," he emphasized. According to Erlan Karin, a major innovation in the region's legal system is the constitutionalization of the famous Miranda rule. This change will increase the legal protection of citizens and impose new requirements on the activities of law enforcement agencies. In addition, the introduction of new political institutions is a political innovation not only for the Central Asian region, but also for the wider space around us. Erlan Karin noted that in this regard, the introduction of a unicameral parliament, the institution of the vice president, the high consultative body of the "People's Council", and the Constitutional Court are a major political innovation compared to the political systems of many countries. "The initiative of the President to implement constitutional changes only through a nationwide referendum is also one of the important decisions for our region. The establishment of a single term for the activities of many officials is also an important innovation in the draft Constitution," the State Counselor explained. Also, as the State Counselor noted, the new Constitution includes new requirements and values emerging in social development, such as protecting the rights of women and children, protecting the environment, volunteering, and responsibility to parents. This also indicates that the new Constitution corresponds to the current state of society and the level of development. "A number of political and institutional innovations in the new Constitution are rare in regional and global constitutional practice. In short, copying and repeating the Constitutions of other countries is not our path. On the contrary, in the future, Kazakhstan, through the new Constitution, will become a model and a guide for other countries," concluded Erlan Karin.