Algiers, August 5, 2026 – The Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Algeria, Anuarbek Akhmetov, met with the Wali of Blida Province, Djamel Eddine Hashas. During the meeting, the parties discussed promising areas for the development of bilateral cooperation in the trade, economic and regional spheres.During the meeting, the Kazakh diplomat presented the political and socio-economic reforms being implemented in Kazakhstan by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. He also spoke about the entry into force of the new Constitution, as well as the preparations for the upcoming Qurultay (Parliament) elections. Particular attention was paid to opportunities for expanding cooperation between the regions of Kazakhstan and the Wilaya of Blida.The Wali highly appreciated the results of the transformations being carried out in Kazakhstan and expressed his readiness to facilitate the establishment of direct contacts between the business communities and industrial enterprises of the two countries.At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties confirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening bilateral relations and agreed to maintain regular dialogue aimed at implementing mutually beneficial projects at the regional level.The Wilaya of Blida is one of the most economically developed regions of Algeria. It is located in the central part of the country, approximately 50 km south of the capital. The population of Blida Wilaya exceeds 1.2 million inhabitants. The presence of industrial zones and its proximity to the capital make the region attractive for investment and the establishment of new production facilities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-algeria/press/news/details/1269545?lang=ru

Belgrade, August 5, 2026 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Serbia Bolat Imanbayev met with the management and representatives of FC Tobol (Kostanay), who arrived in Belgrade to take part in the UEFA Conference League third qualifying round match against Serbian club Partizan.During the meeting, the Ambassador congratulated the team on reaching the international stage and wished the players, coaching staff, and club management every success and good sporting fortune in the upcoming match.Representatives of FC Tobol expressed their gratitude for its support, noting that the attention and encouragement from Kazakhstan’s diplomatic mission provide the team with additional motivation ahead of this important fixture.The match between FC Tobol (Kostanay) and FC Partizan (Belgrade) will take place in the Serbian capital on August 6, 2026.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-belgrad/press/news/details/1269531?lang=ru

Minsk, August 5, 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Belarus Timur Zhaxylykov hold a meeting with Chairperson of the Belarus political party «Belaya Rus» Olga Chemodanova. The counterparts discussed the current state and prospects of Kazakh-Belarusian cooperation and exchanged views on the development of inter-party contacts.Ambassador T.Zhaxylykov noted the high level and positive dynamics of bilateral relations and briefed on the novellas of the Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan adopted at the National Referendum held on March 15, 2026, as well as on the ongoing electoral campaign for the Kurultai currently taking place in Kazakhstan.Mrs. Chemodanova acquainted the Ambassador with the main areas of activity of the «Belaya Rus» party, outlining its ongoing socio-political initiatives, projects aimed at supporting entrepreneurship and investment, work with young people, and the party’s international activities.The counterparts emphasized the importance of enhancing public diplomacy, youth and expert exchanges, and reaffirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening and expanding the multifaceted ties between Kazakhstan and Belarus, including inter-party dialogue. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-minsk/press/news/details/1269520?lang=ru

From September 7 to 12, 2025, familiarization (info) tours were held in the Mangystau Region to promote the region's tourism potential.The tours brought together eight participants accompanied by a representative of JSC "NC Kazakh Tourism." During the program, the guests explored Mangystau's breathtaking natural attractions, discovered its rich cultural and historical heritage, and experienced the region's unique atmosphere.The initiative was aimed at promoting Mangystau as an attractive travel destination, strengthening its tourism profile, and encouraging both domestic and international visitor growth.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-tourism/press/news/details/1269468?lang=ru

Ohrid, August 4, 2026 – Kazakh Ambassador to North Macedonia Satybalda Burshakov visited Ohrid.During the meeting with the Mayor of the city, Kirill Petsakov, the possibilities of developing cooperation were discussed, with a special focus on cultural exchange and tourism development.At the meeting, Ambassador Burshakov introduced the newly appointed Honorary Consul of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Ohrid, Gjorgje Vojnovic, to the head of the region and solemnly presented him with a Consular patent.Also, Burshakov acquainted the mayor with the political and socio-economic development of our country, as well as the prospects for expanding Kazakh-Macedonian cooperation.Petsakov spoke about the activities of the municipality, its history, the economic potential of the region, and the 66th traditional Ohrid Summer Cultural Festival, which takes place in July and August this year.The parties noted that the opening of the office of the Honorary Consul in Ohrid would give impetus to the development of bilateral cooperation, especially the expansion of economic and cultural ties.At the end of the meeting, the Ambassador thanked the mayor for the warm welcome and presented a commemorative book «National customs and traditions of the Kazakhs».For reference: Ohrid is a picturesque resort town in the south–west of North Macedonia (about 51.5 thousand inhabitants), located on the north-eastern shore of Europe's deepest Lake Ohrid, which is one of the main tourist destinations in the country.Ohrid has been known since the 7th century, and its multi-ethnic population includes Macedonians, Albanians, Turks, Vlachs, Serbs, and Bosnians.Due to the large number of churches and monasteries, the city is known as the Balkan and European Jerusalem. The Ohrid region is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The Ohrid Summer Cultural Festival is held annually in Ohrid in the summer. Ohrid combines the features of a historic city and a popular summer resort.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-skopje/press/news/details/1269425?lang=ru