Astana, 15 April 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev received the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the Republic of Kazakhstan Ali Akbar Jowkar.The diplomats reviewed the current state and prospects of the bilateral cooperation, reaffirming their mutual interest in further developing the ties in political, trade-economic, investment, and cultural-humanitarian spheres.During the meeting, key issues on the international agenda were also discussed. The importance of de-escalation and ensuring sustainable stability in the Middle East was underscored. The Kazakh side noted its commitment to resolving differences exclusively through political and diplomatic means in accordance with the principles of the UN Charter, as well as its readiness to contribute to relevant international efforts, including by offering a platform for negotiations in the city of Turkestan at the initiative of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1201748?lang=kk

Заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики  Серик Жумангарин провел в Вашингтоне встречу с вице-президентом Всемирного Банка по региону Европы и Центральной Азии Антонеллой Бассани и представителями Группы Всемирного банка.Встреча состоялась в рамках подготовки к презентации инвестиционных возможностей Казахстана, которая запланирована в рамках визита казахстанской делегации в США.В ходе встречи отмечено, что Казахстан высоко ценит сложившееся стратегическое партнерство, основанное на доверии, профессионализме и общей приверженности устойчивому развитию. За период 1993–2026 годов в рамках сотрудничества реализовано более 50 проектов на сумму свыше 8 млрд долларов США в сферах транспорта, образования, экологии, «зеленых» технологий и цифровизации.Всемирный банк продолжает играть важную роль в продвижении экономических реформ, развитии инфраструктуры, а также обеспечении макроэкономической и фискальной устойчивости страны.Серик Жумангарин подчеркнул, что одной из ключевых недавних реформ Казахстана стала бюджетно-налоговая реформа, эффективность которой уже подтверждается итогами первого квартала текущего года: доходы госбюджета без учета трансфертов составили 6,4 трлн тенге, что на 931 млрд тенге больше показателя прошлого года.Отмечено, что приоритетные направления сотрудничества, определенные в новой Рамочной стратегии партнерства на 2026–2030 годы, соответствуют стратегическим целям Казахстана. Среди них – развитие транспортной и цифровой связности, модернизация водного и энергетического секторов, развитие финансовых рынков, привлечение частных инвестиций, укрепление климатической повестки и расширение использования возобновляемых источников энергии.В рамках текущего портфеля реализуются два инфраструктурных проекта:– реконструкция автодороги Караганда – Жезказган стоимостью 1 182,5 млрд тенге (период реализации 2025–2028 годы);– проект «Ускоренная цифровизация для инклюзивной экономики Казахстана» с объемом финансирования порядка 84 млн долларов США.Кроме того, еще восемь проектов в сферах транспорта, энергетики, водных ресурсов и цифровизации находятся на стадии проработки. В числе перспективных инициатив рассматриваются проекты восстановления Северного Аральского моря, строительства автомобильной дороги «Бейнеу – Саксаульск»,   трансформации железнодорожного сообщения и транспортной связности в Казахстане и другие.Отдельное внимание уделено национальному проекту «Модернизация энергетического и коммунального секторов», предусматривающему обновление более 200 субъектов естественных монополий. Проект рассматривается как один из ключевых для обеспечения устойчивого экономического роста нашей страны.Казахстан последовательно реализует повестку диверсификации экономики, цифровой трансформации и перехода к «зеленому» росту. В этой связи выражена заинтересованность в дальнейшем расширении сотрудничества со Всемирным банком, в том числе в сферах устойчивой энергетики, управления водными ресурсами, транспортной логистики и внедрения инновационных решений.Антонелла Бассани подчеркнула, что Всемирный банк готов к  реализации всех обсуждаемых проектов, которые вошли  в Рамочную стратегию партнерства.  «Несмотря на отсутствие выхода к морю, Казахстан обладает значительным потенциалом и демонстрирует устойчивые темпы роста. Вместе с тем глобальные изменения требуют адаптации и повышения производительности. Мы готовы поддерживать страну как через инвестиции в инфраструктуру, так и через реализацию реформ», — отметила она.Также была подчеркнута важность программы модернизации энергетики и водного сектора как одного из наиболее капиталоемких направлений сотрудничества. При этом Всемирный банк намерен содействовать не только государственному финансированию, но и привлечению частных инвестиций.Стороны подтвердили готовность к дальнейшему расширению сотрудничества, включая обсуждение инвестиционной программы в инфраструктурной сфере, запланированное на май текущего года.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1201743?lang=kk

Во время визита казахстанской делегации в Вашингтон в штаб-квартире Всемирного банка подписано соглашение о финансировании строительства автодороги «Караганда – Жезказган».Соглашение заключено между АО «НК «КазАвтоЖол», Международный банк реконструкции и развития и Азиатский банк инфраструктурных инвестиций.Проект направлен на развитие транспортной инфраструктуры, повышение транзитного потенциала и улучшение связности регионов. Ожидается, что новая дорога позволит заметно сократить время в пути, повысить безопасность движения и даст дополнительный импульс развитию Центрального Казахстана.В настоящее время конкурсные процедуры находятся на завершающей стадии. Протяженность дороги составит 457 км, сумма займа – 650 млрд тенге. В этом году начнется проектирование и строительство автодороги.Проект также позволит развить логистику, повысить инвестиционную привлекательность региона и создать новые рабочие места.Старт работ ожидается в ближайшее время.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1201740?lang=kk

Astana, April 15, 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov received copies of letters of credence from the newly appointed Ambassador of the Principality of Monaco to the Republic of Kazakhstan Mireille Martini.During the meeting, the parties discussed current issues of bilateral cooperation in the political, economic, investment, and cultural-humanitarian spheres.Deputy Minister Issetov noted that Kazakhstan attaches great importance to the development of relations with Monaco and is interested in expanding mutually beneficial partnership, including in such areas as tourism, finance, and environmental protection.The interlocutors emphasized the importance of strengthening contacts and exploring new promising areas of cooperation between Kazakhstan and Monaco.At the end of the meeting, the Deputy Minister wished the Ambassador of Monaco every success in her diplomatic mission in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1201731?lang=kk

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On April 10, 2026, N.A. Baimuldinov, Deputy Head of the Department of State Revenues (DGD) for the Zhetisu Region and Ethics Commissioner, conducted off-site seminar-meetings at the State Revenue Office for the Panfilov District, as well as at the "Nur Zholy," "Altynkol Zhol," and "ICBC Khorgos" customs posts.During the seminars, Mr. Baimuldinov explained the provisions and requirements of the Laws of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Anti-Corruption" and "On the Civil Service of the Republic of Kazakhstan," as well as the Code of Ethics for Civil Servants.Participants discussed issues related to the prevention and prophylaxis of criminal corruption offenses, administrative corruption infractions, and disciplinary misconduct that discredits the civil service.Special attention was paid to violations of anti-corruption restrictions, including the involvement of officials in gambling, engaging in entrepreneurial or other paid activities, the transfer of property into trust management, and other related matters.The concepts of conflict of interest, professional ethics, and conduct outside of working hours were also clarified. Strategic Development Division of the Human Resources Department.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1201592?lang=kk

On April 15, 2026, a training seminar was conducted by the Ethics Commissioner of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan in collaboration with the Legal Department.During the event, civil servants were briefed on the requirements of legislation and norms of official conduct related to compliance with anti-corruption restrictions and prohibitions.Particular attention was paid to the proper use of state property. The obligation of civil servants to ensure the safety of entrusted resources, to use official equipment, vehicles, and other material assets exclusively for official purposes was highlighted, as well as the inadmissibility of using administrative resources for personal gain.A separate section addressed issues of conflict of interest, its potential precursors, and prevention mechanisms. In this regard, emphasis was placed on the need for timely notification of a conflict of interest arising and taking measures to resolve it.Within the seminar, the requirements of the Ethical Code for Civil Servants were additionally explained, including adherence to business etiquette and norms of business communication, principles of integrity, and zero tolerance for corruption offenses. Furthermore, civil servants were reminded of the need to comply with legally established restrictions and prohibitions, including the ban on smoking, visiting gambling establishments, adherence to the principle of religious neutrality, and requirements for labor discipline and work schedule.Following the event, the importance of fostering a strong anti-corruption culture, adhering to norms of official ethics, and strictly following the requirements of civil service legislation was emphasized. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1201596?lang=kk

On April 13, 2026, the State Revenue Directorates for the city of Tekeli and the Eskeldinsky district held a technical training session on compliance with anti-corruption legislation, civil service laws, and the Ethical Code of Civil Servants.The event was attended by M.N. Pulatov, Head of the Human Resources Department of the Regional Office.During the training, the key legal requirements were conveyed, emphasizing the personal responsibility of every civil servant, the impermissibility of corruption, and strict adherence to professional ethics.The main focus was not on theory, but on practice: what is permissible and what constitutes a violation; where the line is drawn between professional conduct and misconduct; and why even minor "deviations" can lead to serious consequences.An open dialogue, analysis of real-life situations, and an honest conversation about risks — this format ensures that legal norms are not just remembered but understood and applied in daily work.The event was organized and conducted to enhance legal culture, strengthen discipline, and foster zero tolerance for corruption.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1201619?lang=kk

       On 13–14 April 2026, technical consultations were held in Brussels within the framework of the 9th Meeting of the Sub-Committee on Customs Cooperation “Republic of Kazakhstan – European Union”.      The consultations were aimed at exchanging experience and discussing practical aspects of customs administration, including the application of risk management systems, the activities of mobile customs units, as well as the study of best practices in the use of customs laboratories.      The consultations allowed for a detailed discussion of specific areas of cooperation, the identification of practical approaches for their implementation, and the development of coordinated positions of the parties on key issues to be considered at the main meeting.       On 15 April 2026, the 9th Meeting of the Sub-Committee on Customs Cooperation “Republic of Kazakhstan – European Union” was held.       From the Kazakh side, the meeting was attended by representatives of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan:Kadyr Ismagulov – Director of the Audit Department;Yermek Kozhabergenov – Head of the International Cooperation Department;Aslan Tobykbayev – Head of the VAT Administration within the Eurasian Economic Union Division, Audit Department.        During the meeting, the parties discussed actual issues of bilateral cooperation, including the improvement of customs legislation and procedures, the development of cooperation in the field of law enforcement, as well as the potential development of mechanisms for the exchange of advance information on goods and means of transport.Particular attention was paid to:the digitalization of customs processes,the introduction of paperless technologies,the protection of intellectual property rights,the further development of mutual administrative assistance.        As a result of the meetings, a common understanding was reached on a number of areas of practical cooperation, and further steps for their implementation were identified.       The technical consultations and the Sub-Committee meeting confirmed the effectiveness of the established dialogue between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the European Union, as well as the relevance of this format for addressing practical customs administration tasks, exchanging experience, and developing coordinated approaches.      The parties reaffirmed their interest in further strengthening practical cooperation and implementing joint initiatives aimed at enhancing the efficiency of customs administration and facilitating legitimate trade.      The 10th Meeting of the Sub-Committee is planned to be held in the Republic of Kazakhstan in 2027.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1201634?lang=kk

On the procedure for submitting Form 200 during the transition to a simplified taxation regimeIn connection with the incoming requests from taxpayers, the procedure for submitting tax reports during the transition from a generally established tax regime to a special tax regime based on a simplified declaration is explained.A taxpayer applying a generally established taxation regime has the right to switch to a simplified regime subject to the conditions established by the tax legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.This raises the question:What type of form 200 should be submitted — liquidation or regular?According to Article 114 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, tax reporting is divided into the following types:initial;another one;additional information;additional information on notification;liquidation.Liquidation tax reporting is provided only in the following cases::termination of the taxpayer's activity;Reorganizations;de-registration for certain types of taxes.The next tax report is submitted for the relevant tax period as part of the taxpayer's ongoing activities.The transition from a generally established taxation regime to a simplified one does not constitute the termination of a taxpayer's activity and does not entail its liquidation or reorganization.ConclusionIn this regard, when switching to a simplified taxation regime, Form 200 is presented as a regular tax report, rather than a liquidation one.ImportantThe correct definition of the type of tax reporting allows you to avoid technical errors when receiving reports and notifications based on the results of desk control.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kostanay/press/news/details/1201559?lang=kk

As of April 1, 2026, since the program's launch (February 1, 2024), 273,371 applications have been processed for a total of over USD46.83 million, which was transferred to authorized operators for subsequent crediting to applicants' bank accounts. The majority of applications were processed for the purpose of improving housing conditions - 171,696 applications for a total of USD29.40 million. For the purpose of paying for education, 101,675 applications were processed for a total of USD17.43 million. Recipients of target savings (TS) have the right to use the funds in full or in part, while the unused balance is retained in the target savings account (TSA).The most popular housing improvement program was improving of housing construction savings for further savings (167,776 applications completed, totaling USD28.79 million). Funds were also used as down payments for mortgage loans to purchase housing (1,345 applications, totaling USD214,390), and for the purpose of acquiring housing through civil law transactions (final settlements), totaling 938 applications, totaling USD144,470.Within the framework of the use of targeted savings for education, the largest volume of funds was allocated for the payment of educational services of educational organizations located in the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in installments (for each academic period or academic year) or in full at one time (for the entire period of study) (93,586 applications were fulfilled for a total of approximately USD16.32 million). The following areas were also in demand: replenishment of an educational savings deposit under an agreement on an educational savings deposit (5,590 applications were fulfilled for a total of over USD748.76 thousand), payment for educational services of foreign educational organizations in installments (for each academic period or academic year) or in full at one time (for the entire period of study) (2,018 applications were fulfilled for a total of USD294.58 thousand). Detailed information on TS payments for the purpose of improving housing conditions and/or paying for education, broken down by authorized operators and regions, can be found on the website enpf.kz. Let us recall that based on the results of 2025, Kazakhstani children received the next payment in the amount of 130.71 US dollars per child, for 2024 - 129.38 US dollars, and for 2023 - 100.52 US dollars.Children under 18 receive annual payments from the National Fund as targeted benefits. According to law, the amounts accrued to young Kazakhstanis remain part of the National Fund's assets and continue to be invested. Through continued investment, each child's targeted benefit amount increases annually through the investment income received.As a result, the total accumulated target requirement (including the annually accrued investment income) for a child participating in the program:- three years, USD370.56;- two years, USD263.93;- one year, USD130.71.  Parents and other legal representatives can check the child's participation in the program for children under 18 using their individual identification number (IIN) on the kids.enpf.kz website, in their personal account on the eGov.kz e-government portal, and in the eGov Mobile and some second-tier bank mobile apps. If information about target benefits accrued to children for the 2025 reporting year is not displayed, you must update the documents in the mobile apps by following this path:in the eGov Mobile app: "Digital Documents" - "Family" - "Update Document List" - "National Fund Payments";in the mobile apps of second-tier banks, such as Kaspi.kz: "Gosuslugi" - "All Documents" - "Update Document List" - "National Fund Payments." The absence of information on the accrual of target benefits for children who have reached or will reach 18 years of age this year in the legal representative's personal account is due to the fact that target benefits have acquired the status of TS, and therefore access to information about them is provided directly to the TS recipient (a citizen who has reached or will reach 18 years of age in 2026). These individuals must independently obtain information about their TS through their personal account on the ENPF or e-government websites. Upon reaching 18 years of age, they can contact an authorized operator to open a US dollar bank account and submit an online application for TS payment to improve their housing conditions and/or pay for education.Currently, the authorized operators are:Otbasy Bank JSC (for housing and education),Halyk Bank JSC (for education),Bank CenterCredit JSC (for education).Statistics on minor children eligible for targeted assistance and adult recipients of the TS, as well as on the use of the TS for housing and/or education, can be found on the enpf.kz website. You can review the program's terms, get instructions, and get answers to your questions on the website kids.enpf.kz. You can also view video commentary and instructions on the topic on the БЖЗҚЕНПФ YouTube channel:video commentary of Chairman of the Executive Board of UAPF JSC Kurmanov Zh.B.:https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=30CdPWl6dv0          video commentary of Managing Director of UAPF JSC М.Т. Sharipov:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APg2vATmMk0video commentary "Question and Answer" on the National Fund for Children program:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4cKr1VCAvUkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrV0y37Gjnk Instructions for the National Fund for Children website:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgP3dmMwAHchttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyC2c-HgqpQInstructions for the implementation of the National Fund for Children program:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqeT41rWecAhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNBSS1VHdWU UAPF was founded on August 22, 2013 on the basis of GNPF APF JSC. The founder and shareholder of the UAPF is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan represented by the State Institution Committee of State Property and Privatization of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Trust management of UAPF pension assets is carried out by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In accordance with the pension legislation, the UAPF attracts compulsory pension contributions, employer’s compulsory pension contributions, compulsory occupational pension contributions, voluntary pension contributions, as well as carries out enrollment and accounting of voluntary pension contributions formed at the expense of the unclaimed amount of guaranteed compensation for the guaranteed deposit, transferred by the organization carrying out mandatory guarantee of deposits, in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On mandatory guarantee of deposits placed in second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan", ensures the implementation of pension benefits. The Fund also carries out accounting of target assets and target requirements, accounting and crediting of target savings (TS) to target savings accounts, payments of TS to their recipients in bank accounts, accounting for returns of TS in the manner determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the National Fund for Children program (More details at www.enpf.kz)Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-mendykarin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1201489?lang=kk

      As of April 1, 2026, since the program's launch (February 1, 2024), 273,371 applications have been processed for a total of over USD46.83 million, which was transferred to authorized operators for subsequent crediting to applicants' bank accounts. The majority of applications were processed for the purpose of improving housing conditions - 171,696 applications for a total of USD29.40 million. For the purpose of paying for education, 101,675 applications were processed for a total of USD17.43 million. Recipients of target savings (TS) have the right to use the funds in full or in part, while the unused balance is retained in the target savings account (TSA).The most popular housing improvement program was improving of housing construction savings for further savings (167,776 applications completed, totaling USD28.79 million). Funds were also used as down payments for mortgage loans to purchase housing (1,345 applications, totaling USD214,390), and for the purpose of acquiring housing through civil law transactions (final settlements), totaling 938 applications, totaling USD144,470.Within the framework of the use of targeted savings for education, the largest volume of funds was allocated for the payment of educational services of educational organizations located in the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in installments (for each academic period or academic year) or in full at one time (for the entire period of study) (93,586 applications were fulfilled for a total of approximately USD16.32 million). The following areas were also in demand: replenishment of an educational savings deposit under an agreement on an educational savings deposit (5,590 applications were fulfilled for a total of over USD748.76 thousand), payment for educational services of foreign educational organizations in installments (for each academic period or academic year) or in full at one time (for the entire period of study) (2,018 applications were fulfilled for a total of USD294.58 thousand). Detailed information on TS payments for the purpose of improving housing conditions and/or paying for education, broken down by authorized operators and regions, can be found on the website enpf.kz.Let us recall that based on the results of 2025, Kazakhstani children received the next payment in the amount of 130.71 US dollars per child, for 2024 - 129.38 US dollars, and for 2023 - 100.52 US dollars.Children under 18 receive annual payments from the National Fund as targeted benefits. According to law, the amounts accrued to young Kazakhstanis remain part of the National Fund's assets and continue to be invested. Through continued investment, each child's targeted benefit amount increases annually through the investment income received.As a result, the total accumulated target requirement (including the annually accrued investment income) for a child participating in the program:- three years, USD370.56;- two years, USD263.93;- one year, USD130.71.Parents and other legal representatives can check the child's participation in the program for children under 18 using their individual identification number (IIN) on the kids.enpf.kz website, in their personal account on the eGov.kz e-government portal, and in the eGov Mobile and some second-tier bank mobile apps.If information about target benefits accrued to children for the 2025 reporting year is not displayed, you must update the documents in the mobile apps by following this path:in the eGov Mobile app: "Digital Documents" - "Family" - "Update Document List" - "National Fund Payments";in the mobile apps of second-tier banks, such as Kaspi.kz: "Gosuslugi" - "All Documents" - "Update Document List" - "National Fund Payments."The absence of information on the accrual of target benefits for children who have reached or will reach 18 years of age this year in the legal representative's personal account is due to the fact that target benefits have acquired the status of TS, and therefore access to information about them is provided directly to the TS recipient (a citizen who has reached or will reach 18 years of age in 2026). These individuals must independently obtain information about their TS through their personal account on the ENPF or e-government websites. Upon reaching 18 years of age, they can contact an authorized operator to open a US dollar bank account and submit an online application for TS payment to improve their housing conditions and/or pay for education.Currently, the authorized operators are:Otbasy Bank JSC (for housing and education),Halyk Bank JSC (for education),Bank CenterCredit JSC (for education).Statistics on minor children eligible for targeted assistance and adult recipients of the TS, as well as on the use of the TS for housing and/or education, can be found on the enpf.kz website.You can review the program's terms, get instructions, and get answers to your questions on the website kids.enpf.kz. You can also view video commentary and instructions on the topic on the БЖЗҚЕНПФ YouTube channel:video commentary of Chairman of the Executive Board of UAPF JSC Kurmanov Zh.B.:https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=30CdPWl6dv0 video commentary of Managing Director of UAPF JSC М.Т. Sharipov:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APg2vATmMk0video commentary "Question and Answer" on the National Fund for Children program:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4cKr1VCAvUkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrV0y37GjnkInstructions for the National Fund for Children website:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgP3dmMwAHchttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyC2c-HgqpQInstructions for the implementation of the National Fund for Children program:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqeT41rWecAhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNBSS1VHdWUSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay-kurchatov/press/news/details/1201693?lang=kk

On April 15, 2026, the East Kazakhstan Regional Scientific and Methodological Center for Informatization and Development of Education "Örken" of the VKO Department of Education held an educational and integrative lesson in the Google Meet format for schoolchildren of the region. The theme — "Scientist, Teacher, Composer: The Three Facets of Akhmet Zhubanov" — united history and music, allowing participants to gain a deeper understanding of the contribution of this outstanding figure of Kazakh culture.The hosts were two experienced teachers:Magziyeva Gulzat Kabdeshovna — a history teacher, a teacher-researcher with 28 years of experience;Sarynova Alua Kaldybaevna — a music teacher, a teacher-specialist with 21 years of experience.They masterfully revealed the three facets of Akhmet Zhubanov, showing how one person could simultaneously create, teach, and research.From 1937, Zhubanov was actively engaged in composition. He wrote music for Gabit Musrepov's drama "Kozı Körpeş", Mukhtar Auezov's play "Abai", and the film "Amangeldy". Among his chamber works are the piano cycles "Qazaqtıń jetı qyzy" and "Täjıktıń ony qyzy", and romances for the kobyz. In the 1940s, the beloved folk songs "Aq kögerşin" and especially "Qarlyğaş" appeared, which quickly spread across the republic and even entered the opera "Abai" (in collaboration with Latif Khamidi).From 1945 to 1971, Akhmet Zhubanov stood at the origins of professional music education in Kazakhstan: it was he who organized the work of the Almaty State Conservatory. As a scientist, he wrote dozens of articles, studies, and essays, for the first time systematizing the history of Kazakh music and the biographies of folk composers.For his services to the national culture, Zhubanov was awarded the State Prize of Kazakhstan, the Order of Lenin, and many other awards. Today, his name is borne by the Republican Music Boarding School, the Aktobe Music College, a street in Almaty, and a memorial plaque on the house where he lived.The lesson was truly lively. Students watched a video clip of the famous kyui "Saryarqa", answered questions, discussed Zhubanov's innovation in creating the dombra orchestra and his role in bringing Kazakh music to the world stage. Dozens of schoolchildren from different districts of the region participated in the conference — they asked questions, shared impressions, and even gave short presentations themselves. The atmosphere was warm and inspiring: children in formal attire, with microphones, actively worked in the general chat and on camera.Such integrative lessons are not just about "covering the material," but a living immersion into the national heritage. Thanks to "Örken" and talented teachers, schoolchildren in East Kazakhstan were once again convinced: Akhmet Zhubanov is not just pages from a textbook, but a living part of our shared cultural memory.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-bilim/press/news/details/1201512?lang=kk

ANNOUNCEMENT!A “Legal Office” is operating in the administrative building of the Balatopar rural district.Residents of the village can visit this office to improve their legal literacy, receive information on protecting their legal rights in various areas, and learn about legal tools for protection.In addition, there is an opportunity to develop skills for independently studying the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan and to receive free legal consultations on legal matters.Working hours: Monday – Friday, from 08:00 to 17:30.Address: Balatopar rural district, administrative building, Balatopar village, T. Kulmakhanuly Street 8Contact phone: +7 701 364 0406Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/balkhash-balatopar/press/news/details/1201396?lang=kk

Who is not a payer of advance payments on the CPN in 2026Advance payment payers are corporate income tax payers, with the exception of the following persons:1️⃣taxpayers whose cumulative annual income, adjusted for the tax period preceding the previous fiscal year, does not exceed 600,000 MCI (in 2026-2 595 000 000 tenge); 2️⃣newly created (emerged) taxpayers - during the tax period in which the state registration was carried out, as well as during the subsequent tax period; 3️⃣non-resident legal entities registered with the tax authorities of the Republic of Kazakhstan for the first time and operating through a permanent establishment without opening a structural unit-during the tax registration period and the following period; 4️⃣non-profit organizations applying the provisions of paragraph 1 of Article 329 and Article 330 of the Tax Code; 5️⃣organizations of persons with disabilities that comply with the terms of Article 331 of the Tax Code; 6️⃣Astana Hub participants; 7️⃣an organization specializing in improving the quality of loan portfolios of second-tier banks, the sole shareholder of which is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan; 8.Bodies of the Astana International Financial Center and AIFC organizations; 9.subsurface users implementing projects for the development of gas fields onshore with the application of a special tax regime provided for in Chapter 83 of the Tax Code.At the same time, it is important to take into account that these exceptions do not apply to taxpayers operating in the field of digital assets — they are required to pay advance payments under the CPN regardless of compliance with the specified conditions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-shymkent/press/news/details/1201466?lang=kk

Vienna, 13 April 2026 – The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Austria took part in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Soviet War Memorial on Schwarzenbergplatz in Vienna.The event was dedicated to commemorating Soviet soldiers who fell during the liberation of the Austrian capital from Nazism in the course of the Second World War.Participants of the ceremony unanimously emphasized the importance of preserving the historical memory of the Great Patriotic War.Kazakhstan consistently advocates for the strengthening of peace, mutual understanding, and solidarity among nations, based on respect for the shared past and the heroic deeds of generations who defended freedom and independence.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-vienna/press/news/details/1201291?lang=kk

Vienna, 13 April 2026 – A workshop dedicated to preparations for the 11th  Review Conference of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) was held at the United Nations Office at Vienna at the initiative of Kazakhstan. The event was traditionally organized by the Permanent Missions of Kazakhstan, Austria, and Switzerland to the international organizations in Vienna and moderated by international expert Tariq Rauf.Welcoming remarks were delivered by the President-designate of the NPT Review Conference, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations Do Hung Viet, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi, as well as Executive Secretary of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO) Robert Floyd. The workshop was of particular relevance in the context of Kazakhstan’s forthcoming chairmanship of the Second Main Committee (nuclear non-proliferation issues) at the upcoming Review Conference.The seminar was structured around five key sessions covering the three pillars of the NPT - disarmament, non-proliferation, and the peaceful uses of nuclear energy, as well as issues related to the procedural organization of the Review Conference and the development of a consensus-based final document. Participants exchanged views and assessments on the current state of the global nuclear security architecture, key divergences within the NPT framework, and expectations for the upcoming Review Conference.In his remarks, Permanent Representative of Kazakhstan to the international organizations in Vienna Mukhtar Tileuberdi reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s strong commitment to the goals and principles of the NPT, emphasizing that the Treaty is facing unprecedented challenges amid a complex and unpredictable international environment. He called on delegations to engage in constructive dialogue, strengthen confidence-building measures, and seek pragmatic solutions aimed at reinforcing the non-proliferation regime. In this context, the relevance of the initiative of the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to resume high-level dialogue among nuclear-weapon states was highlighted.The Ambassador of Kazakhstan chaired the first session of the workshop, which focused on the role of IAEA safeguards and the Agency’s mandate in ensuring nuclear and radiological safety. Particular attention was also given to the peaceful uses of nuclear energy. Among the successful examples of the implementation of the Treaty’s provisions, participants highlighted the IAEA Low Enriched Uranium Bank in Kazakhstan, as well as other international initiatives contributing to the development of safe and sustainable nuclear energy.The NPT Review Conference will take place from 27 April to 22 May 2026 in New York. It will bring together 191 States Parties to the Treaty, including the five nuclear-weapon states, to discuss prospects for maintaining and strengthening the global non-proliferation regime. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-vienna/press/news/details/1201294?lang=kk

Deferral for the payment of taxes, fees and penalties is the postponement of the one-time payment of the full amount of taxes, fees, and penalties to a later date, granted for a period not exceeding six months. An installment for the payment of taxes, fees and penalties allows for the phased payment of taxes and penalties in equal monthly or quarterly shares. This arrangement may be granted for a period of up to thirty-six months.A deferral or installment plan may be granted if any of the following grounds are established:1) damage caused to the taxpayer due to extraordinary circumstances, (such as natural disasters, emergencies, military actions, or other uncontrollable events);2) the taxpayer’s primary business operations are seasonal;3) the property status of an individual precludes the possibility of making a one-time, tax payment;4) a court decision mandating the application of a debt restructuring procedure;5) the taxpayer’s primary activity belongs to a sector of the economy officially designated as strategically significant under the laws of the Republic of Kazakhstan;6) the submission of supplemental tax reports by the taxpayer;7) the taxpayer’s consent to the tax amounts specified in a notification of audit results.The list of documents required for granting a deferral (installment):1.tax application for a deferral (installment);2.list of counterparty debtors of the taxpayer3.documents confirming the existence of grounds for granting deferral (installment payment) of taxes, fees and (or) penalties,4.documents on the property that is the subject of the pledge with the attachment of the appraiser's report on the assessment of the market value of the property provided as collateral5.a bank guarantee agreement concluded between the guarantor bank and the taxpayer6.Schedule of the tax obligation fulfillment.The following conditions are required to provide a deferral (installment) without without property as security and a bank guarantee:1) the debt amount is not more than 1,500 MCI;2) absence of a valid deferral (installment);3) absence of unfulfilled notices of a mandatory nature;4) the period from the date of registration as a taxpayer to the date of filing an application for a deferral (installment) is at least two years.;5) the relevance of the taxpayer's status, taking into account the fact that such a taxpayer should not be in the status of having suspended their activity at the time of application for a deferral (installment ).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1201310?lang=kk

As part of the working visit of the Chairman of the Presidium of the NCE "Atameken" Kanat Sharlapayev to the region, prospects for the development of local entrepreneurship were discussed and leading enterprises were visited. Dialogue with business, a meeting with the regional council, a visit to the "One Village - One Product" exhibition - all these events helped to form the main thesis - the Kostanay region confirms its status as one of the key industrial and agricultural regions of Kazakhstan.The region's Akim, Kumar Aksakalov, noted that the development of large-scale production and the creation of the most favorable environment for small and medium-sized businesses are priority areas for the region."Today, the Kostanay region is one of the steadily developing regions of the country. In terms of manufacturing output, the region ranks fourth in the republic. Our region is a center of mechanical engineering: 25% of the country's total production comes from the Kostanay region. The region also holds leading positions in the processing of agricultural products, export, and food production. It is important that each investment project is accompanied by the creation of sustainable jobs and the development of local infrastructure. Interaction with the National Chamber 'Atameken' allows for prompt feedback from entrepreneurs," noted the head of the region.In turn, Kanat Sharlapayev outlined the key priorities of the National Chamber for the current year. According to him, the main focus will be on strengthening the protection of entrepreneurs' rights and unlocking the potential of domestic business.The Chairman of the Chamber also familiarized himself with a number of leading enterprises in the region and major investment projects.During the meeting with business representatives, issues concerning construction, the agricultural sector, support for domestic producers, and the development of social entrepreneurship were raised.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1201335?lang=kk

A meeting dedicated to preparations for the 2026 fire-danger period was held at the regional akimat under the chairmanship of the head of the region, Kumar Aksakalov. The official fire-danger season began on April 6 and will last until October.The staffing of the forest guard has currently been strengthened. If three years ago it consisted of 825 people, today it has increased to 1,242 people, or by 51%. The provision of forestry institutions with equipment has increased from 76% to 90%. Over three years, 51 fire trucks, 86 tractors, 36 small forest fire complexes, and 65 vehicles have been purchased. The number of 24-hour surveillance cameras is increasing annually. The average area of forest fires has decreased from 11.4 to 4.6 hectares, a reduction of 2.5 times."A new fire-danger period is now beginning. Traditionally, the number of forest visitors increases from May. It should be remembered that administrative liability is provided for non-compliance with fire safety rules in forest and steppe areas. Reducing risks and preventing the occurrence of fires is our common task. It is important that each of us always observes fire safety rules: at home, on the street, and in the forest," noted the head of the region.During the meeting, reports on preparations for the fire-danger period were presented by the acting head of the Department of Emergency Situations of the Kostanay Region, Nazarali Selimov; the head of the Department of Natural Resources and Regulation of Natural Resource Use of the regional akimat, Gulzhanat Keribayeva; the akim of the Auliekol district, Zhansultan Taukenov; and the akim of the Kamysty district, Yerlan Zhaulybayev.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1201344?lang=kk