Amman, October 8, 2026 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan H.E. Mr. Talgat Shaldanbay met with Director of the Consular Affairs Department at the Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates H.E. Mr. Maan Musadeh.During the meeting, the sides exchanged views on a wide range of consular cooperation issues within the framework of Kazakhstan–Jordan relations and the prospects for further developing cooperation in this area.The sides discussed issues related to the protection of the rights and legitimate interests of citizens of Kazakhstan and Jordan residing in the territories of the two countries, emphasizing the importance of strengthening consular cooperation and enhancing the effectiveness of interaction between the competent authorities in providing necessary assistance to citizens.In this context, the meeting also addressed promising areas for practical cooperation between the competent authorities of the two countries in providing consular and legal assistance to citizens of Kazakhstan and Jordan.In discussing the development of the bilateral legal framework, particular attention was paid to the issue of visa exemption for citizens of both countries, as well as the prospects for concluding a corresponding bilateral agreement.At the conclusion of the talks, the sides reaffirmed their commitment to continuing constructive dialogue and further strengthening cooperation in the consular sphere. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-amman/press/news/details/1308610?lang=ru

An environmental quest for schoolchildren and young people took place at Tauelsizdik Square in the Fedorovsky District, held as part of the "Dostyk Kerueni" district festival and the "Taza Qazaqstan" national environmental campaign.The event aimed to foster an environmental mindset, encourage a responsible attitude toward the environment, and engage the younger generation in socially beneficial activities.Participants navigated a route featuring various themed stations. At each stop, they encountered environmental trivia, puzzles, tasks testing attention and logic, and challenges requiring teamwork.The quest incorporated a modern approach by utilizing digital technology; participants scanned QR codes with their smartphones to proceed to the next stations, determining their own route as they went.Organizers placed special emphasis on hands-on environmental work. Participants collected litter from designated areas, tidied up the grounds, and sorted the collected waste. In this way, environmental knowledge was reinforced through concrete actions aimed at improving the local area."We wanted to show the young people that environmental responsibility begins with the individual. That is why we combined knowledge, gaming elements, and practical work in this quest," noted G. B. Kabdenova, a representative of the Youth Resource Center.According to the organizers, this format makes environmental topics more accessible and engaging for young people. Participants not only expanded their knowledge but also witnessed the tangible results of their collaborative efforts.The environmental quest also served as an opportunity to instill beneficial daily habits in young people, such as not leaving litter behind, maintaining cleanliness, sorting waste correctly, and treating public spaces with care. Holding such events as part of the "Taza Qazaqstan" initiative fosters an environmental culture and engages young people in nature conservation and socially beneficial activities.An environmental quest in the Fedorovsky District demonstrated that environmental education can combine educational, game-based, and practical formats, transforming concern for the environment into concrete collective action.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1308566?lang=ru

Today on October 9, the "Open Day" was held at the Department of State Revenues for the Arshalynsky District.Shynar Musina, head of the Department of Explanatory Work and Contact of the DGD Center for Akmola Region, and Akmaral Meirmanova, head of the Department of Public Services, conducted explanatory work with taxpayers on topical issues of taxation and application of tax legislation, as well as technical studies with the staff of the State Department on the provision of public services.During the event, answers were given to taxpayers' questions regarding the application of tax legislation, on individual income, social tax and others.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1308580?lang=ru

More than 29,600 people with disabilities currently live in the region, including nearly 4,000 children. There are 41 organizations in the region providing specialized social services to children and people with disabilities. Since the beginning of 2026, a total of 1,337 children with disabilities have received specialized social services.In accordance with the instructions of the Head of State, a rehabilitation center with a capacity of 60 places has been opened in the Kostanay Region on the premises of the former regional residence. The center will provide services to 900 children under the age of 18 annually.The Kazakhstan Khalkyna Public Foundation has allocated 1 billion tenge to equip the center with modern rehabilitation equipment.During her visit to the region, Lyazzat Chynkysbayeva, Chairperson of the Board of the Kazakhstan Khalkyna Public Foundation, visited the rehabilitation center in Kostanay together with the Akim of the Kostanay Region. They toured the facility’s specialized rooms and inspected the sports facilities being constructed on the center’s grounds with funding from the Foundation.The planned facilities include a football field, a sports ground for children with musculoskeletal impairments, a playground equipped with small architectural forms (SAFs) for preschool-aged children, and a sports ground with exercise equipment for school-aged children.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1308584?lang=ru

On October 7 of this year, staff from the State Revenue Department of the Akmola Region conducted an outreach session with taxpayers at the Shortandy District State Revenue Office as part of an "Open House" event.During the event, taxpayers' questions regarding the application of tax legislation—including matters concerning individual income tax, social tax, and other issues—were addressed.A survey regarding the quality of public service delivery was also conducted during the event. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1308559?lang=ru