Today, an expert discussion on "Constitutional Reform and National Identity" took place at one of Shymkent's main spiritual centers—the Al-Farabi City Scientific and Universal Library. The event was attended by intellectuals, scholars, and specialists in culture and language. Participants thoroughly discussed the content of the new Constitution. The meeting was moderated by Anar Zhapparkulova, the library director and a candidate of philological sciences. In her speech, she focused on the ideological and value-based foundations of the Basic Law, emphasizing that the document clearly reflects the principles of national unity, social harmony, and the secular nature of the state. Kairat Anarbayev, a candidate of historical sciences, noted that the new Preamble to the Constitution clearly defines human rights and freedoms as a state priority for the first time. He also emphasized that enshrining sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity as immutable values strengthens the legal foundation of national identity. He believes that the constitutional enshrinement of the principles of Justice, Law, and Order, as well as respect for nature, marks the transition of society to a qualitatively new stage of development. Bastar Eskarayev, Deputy Director of the Shymkent State Archives, noted the special attention paid to preserving historical memory and documentary heritage. Botagoz Nurkulova, Senior Researcher at the Shymkent Museum Association, emphasized that protecting cultural heritage and developing museums are an important guarantee of intergenerational continuity. Zhazira Dosmailova, a highly qualified specialist at the city's educational and methodological center for language teaching, noted that a clear definition of the secular nature of the education system is essential for social stability. It was also noted during the discussion that the new Constitution clearly delineates the spheres of religion and state. Experts praised the draft Constitution's prioritization of education, science, culture, and innovation, noting that this strategic focus links the state's future to the development of human capital. Furthermore, the introduction of a provision protecting citizens' rights in the digital environment was hailed as an important decision that meets modern security requirements. At the end of the meeting, participants called on citizens to actively participate in the referendum scheduled for March 15, emphasizing that the new Constitution is an important step toward strengthening national identity.

Today, an expert discussion meeting on the topic "Constitutional Reform and National Identity" was held at the Al-Farabi City Scientific and Universal Library, one of the main spiritual centers of Shymkent. The meeting was attended by representatives of the intelligentsia, scientists, culture and language specialists, who comprehensively discussed the content of the new Constitution. The meeting was chaired by the director of the library, candidate of philological sciences Anar Zhapparkulova. In her speech, she touched upon the ideological and value foundations of the Constitution, noting that the document clearly reflects national unity, social harmony and the secular nature of the state. Candidate of Historical Sciences Kairat Anarbayev drew attention to the fact that the Preamble of the new Constitution clearly defines human rights and freedoms as the main priority of the state. He also noted that the affirmation of sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity as immutable values \u200b\u200bstrengthens the legal basis of national identity. In his opinion, the definition of the principles of Justice, Law and Order, and respect for nature at the Constitutional level marks a qualitatively new stage in the development of society. Deputy Director of the Shymkent City State Archive Bastar Eskarayev noted that special attention is paid to the preservation of historical memory and documentary heritage. Botagoz Nurkulova, Senior Researcher of the Shymkent City Museums Association, said that the protection of cultural heritage and the development of museum work are an important guarantee of generational continuity. Zhazira Dosmailova, a senior specialist at the Shymkent City Language Teaching and Methodological Center, said that a clear definition of the secular nature of the education system is an important factor for the stability of society. In addition, the clear separation of religion and state in the new Constitution was widely discussed. Experts assessed the priority given to education and science, culture and innovation in the draft Constitution as a strategic direction that links the future of the state with human capital. At the same time, it was noted that the introduction of a norm for protecting citizens' rights in the digital environment is an important decision that meets modern security requirements. At the end of the meeting, the participants called on the public to actively participate in the referendum scheduled for March 15, noting that the new Constitution is an important step in strengthening national identity.

On February 10, 2026, representatives of the State Institution "Department of Employment and Social Programs of the City of Karaganda" participated in a roundtable discussion on "Migrant Service Labor: Monitoring Employment and Working Conditions in the Karaganda and Ulytau Regions."The event was attended by representatives of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan (migration services), the Bureau of National Statistics, the Atameken National Chamber of Entrepreneurs, and representatives of entrepreneurs' associations.The roundtable was organized by the Kaisar Public Foundation jointly with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) of the United Nations as part of the "Labor Migration Program - Central Asia" project.The purpose of the event was to present the results of the monitoring of employment and working conditions of migrant workers in the service sector and to discuss practical recommendations for improving labor migration policies and practices.The roundtable discussed migration policy, migrant labor and employment conditions, improving migrant labor conditions at the legislative and regional levels, and interactions between government agencies, NGOs, and businesses.Following the event, the participants developed a number of practical recommendations for improving policies and practices regarding employment and working conditions for migrant workers in the service sector.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/otdel-social-karagandy/press/news/details/1160187?lang=kk

Dear Entrepreneurs! Please be advised that February 28, 2026, is the final day to submit your notification regarding the applied taxation regime. Do not delay your submission to avoid an automatic transition to the general taxation regime.In accordance with the new Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, three special tax regimes (STR) are provided:For the self-employed;Based on a simplified declaration;For peasant and farm enterprises.Taxpayers planning to apply the STR based on a simplified declaration must submit their notification of the applied taxation regime no later than February 28, 2026.Important! If the notification is not submitted within the established timeframe, the taxpayer will be automatically transferred to the general taxation regime, effective from January 1, 2026.Methods of submission:Taxpayer’s Cabinet: (IS ISNA via the "Submit Documents" section – "Notification of Applied Taxation Regime");"e-Salyq Business" mobile app: ("Service" – "Change of Individual Entrepreneur Tax Regime");State Revenue Administration (SRA): At your local office (in paper format);Second-tier bank applications: (Via the "Public Services" section – "Change of Individual Entrepreneur Details and Tax Regime").Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1160194?lang=kk

On February 12 of the current year, an отчетная meeting was held in the village of Sarybulak, which is part of the Shengeldy rural district, between the Akim of the district, Maksat Omirgaliyevich Zhaziyev, and local residents in accordance with the approved schedule. The meeting was conducted in an open format, during which villagers raised pressing issues of concern.First and foremost, the issue of water supply was discussed in detail. Residents asked questions regarding the quality and reliability of drinking water supply and requested that specific solutions be considered. In addition, the matter of street lighting was raised. It was noted that lighting on some streets is insufficient, which affects the safety of residents. In this regard, the installation of additional streetlights and the replacement of non-functioning ones were discussed.The Akim stated that all the issues raised would be taken under control and that appropriate measures would be implemented jointly with relevant specialists. The suggestions and comments voiced during the meeting will be included in the future work plan and implemented step by step.Such meetings serve as an effective platform for open dialogue between the authorities and the public. Joint discussion of current issues and the search for solutions is an important step toward the development of the village. 🤝Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/qonaev-shengeldi/press/news/details/1160180?lang=kk