Astana, November 21, 2025 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held a meeting with Gavin Hill, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Kazzinc Holdings LLP, and Zhanat Zhanbotin, CEO of this company.During the meeting, current issues related to the implementation of existing projects were reviewed, prospects for the development of new fields and plans for geological exploration were discussed, as well as issues concerning the further expansion of production capacity and modernization of existing assets.Special attention was paid to sustainable development, compliance with environmental standards, logistics optimization, and ensuring the long-term stability of raw material supplies. The parties also discussed opportunities for attracting additional investment in Kazakhstan’s mining and metallurgical sector, developing human resources, and implementing modern technological solutions.Minister Kosherbayev noted that Kazzinc is among the key players in Kazakhstan’s mining and metallurgical complex, having made a significant contribution to the development of the industry, the modernization of production facilities, and the strengthening of the country’s export potential over many years. He welcomed the company’s plans to expand its presence in Kazakhstan and implement new projects, stressing that the Government will continue to provide the necessary support for stable operations and further investment.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1110378?lang=kk

Astana, November 21, 2025 – The “Otandastar Qory” Non-Profit JSC with the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan hosted the first Forum of Compatriot Scientists.The event aimed to engage foreign scientists in the country’s scientific and innovative development and to promote Kazakhstan’s intellectual potential on the international stage. The forum brought together forty scientists from various countries around the world, as well as more than one hundred Kazakhstani researchers and experts. Among the attendees were members of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan, representatives of government agencies, higher education institutions, and the media.Opening the forum, Aibek Smadiyarov, Chairman of the Committee for International Information and Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, emphasized that the foreign ministry is conducting systematic work to unite compatriots abroad, expand scientific cooperation, and strengthen ties with Kazakhstan. He stated that the first Forum of Compatriot Scientists creates a platform for exchanging experience, generating new initiatives, and making a joint contribution to the country’s development.The event featured plenary sessions and a presentation of the international book publishing competition “Uly Dala” (The Great Steppe).During their presentations, the compatriot scientists presented the latest global achievements in artificial intelligence, nuclear energy, biotechnology, surgery, agriculture, and other sectors. Furthermore, participants proposed a number of practical initiatives for implementing advanced technologies and solutions in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1110363?lang=kk

Riga, November 21, 2025 – The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan jointly with Industra Bank and the Baltic-Central Asian Association for Economic Development held a business meeting "Kazakhstan-Latvia: Business Bridge 2025/2026".Opening the event, Ambassador Dauren Karipov noted the need to step up efforts to further strengthen trade and economic ties between the two countries, primarily through the implementation of joint projects. In this context, he informed about the economic potential and investment climate of Kazakhstan, as well as the priorities of the country's development outlined by the Head of State.Representatives of the Kazakh side presented the capabilities of the Astana Hub, the AIFC and QazTrade, as well as the dynamically developing Shymkent metropolis. They reported on the existing business environment, mechanisms of state support for foreign investors and exports of Kazakhstani products.The parties discussed a wide range of issues of bilateral cooperation. They emphasized the importance of unlocking the transit and transport potential of the two countries. In this regard, specific proposals have been developed to increase the volume of transit of international goods through Kazakhstan and Latvia, as well as Kazakhstani goods through Latvian ports.An exchange of views took place on the possible expansion of the range of supplies of Kazakh products to the Baltic region, the establishment of IT cooperation and technology exchange. A separate section was devoted to regional cooperation, as well as initiatives in the agricultural and manufacturing sectors.Kazakhstan was represented by the City Council of Shymkent, “QazTrade”, “Astana Hub”, the Astana International Financial Centre, the Union of Transport workers of Kazakhstan “Kazlogistics” and etc.The event was attended by 80 representatives of the Latvian business community, including the Freeport of Riga, the Freeport of Liepāja, the Freeport of Ventspils, as well as Olpha AS, SIA Sonora, Latvijas Pasts, SIA Bio-Venta, and Stena Line, SIA Uzvara-Lauks, AS Dobeles Dzirnavnieks, and the investment fund “The Untitled”.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-riga/press/news/details/1110344?lang=kk

Strasbourg, 17-19 November 2025 – The Council of Europe headquarters hosted 76th meeting of the European Steering Committee for Youth and the 53rd meeting of the Joint Council on Youth, organized by the Council of Europe’s Youth Department. Kazakhstan was represented by Mr. Valikhan Bakhretdinov, President of the Public association “Kazakhstan-EU Gateway”.During the meetings the key reforms in national youth policy, including recent amendments to the Law on Youth Policy and the implementation of the National Youth Policy Development Concept were presented.Officials of the Council of Europe highly valued Kazakhstan’s active engagement and expressed readiness to further enhance cooperation, including strengthening ties with youth resource centres. The discussions also focused on the involvement of young people in climate action, the development of joint initiatives between Europe and Central Asia, and efforts to improve political literacy among young people in Kazakhstan.The sides explored opportunities for new joint projects in the field of youth policy.During the plenary session, Mr. Bakhretdinov was re-elected for a new two-year term as a member of the Bureau of the European Steering Committee for Youth, reflecting the recognition of Kazakhstan’s growing international profile and its constructive contribution to youth cooperation.Participants reaffirmed their appreciation for the current level of cooperation between Kazakhstan and the Council of Europe and expressed their readiness to further strengthen collaboration to promote democratic values, human rights, and the rule of law.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-strasbourg/press/news/details/1110320?lang=kk

     The regional Prosecutor's Office pays special attention to improving the legal literacy of young people, who are the future of our country.For this purpose, employees of the prosecutor's office and veterans regularly meet with school students, conduct lectures and conversations, answer questions of concern to the younger generation.     Statistics show that today over 60% of offenses are committed by college students.In this regard, within the framework of the "Law and Order" Concept, prosecutors in 6 colleges of the regional center (Ust-Kamenogorsk Multidisciplinary College of Technology, Ust-Kamenogorsk College of Construction and Technical College, Ust-Kamenogorsk College of Technology and Service, College of Transport and Life Safety, K. Nurgaliev Higher College, Ust-Kamenogorsk Multi-profile College) conducted meetings with students under the auspices of "Youth and the law: prevention of juvenile delinquency". More than 500 students took part in the event.The main message of such meetings is to involve and encourage young people to observe law and order.     The conversation with the students took place in a live dialogue format, where the prosecutors brought to the audience the consequences of current problems of society and crimes such as bullying, ludomania, fraud, drug addiction, etc.During the dialogue, the students received comprehensive answers and clarifications to their questions. In general, the meetings received positive feedback from the students.Such events contribute to the formation of a legal culture among young people and create a trusting dialogue between government agencies and teenagers.The regional Prosecutor's Office will continue its work in this area. Prosecutor's Office of the East Kazakhstan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/prokuratura-vko/press/news/details/1110327?lang=kk

Kazakhstan is rightfullyproud of itscenturies-old historyandmultifacetedculturalheritage.InKokshetau, on the occasion of the110thanniversary of Hero of the SovietUnionMalikGabdullinandNationalCurrencyDay, employees of the StateRevenueDepartment of theAkmolaregiontookpartin the republicanscientificconference"GylymTanym.Zhady Museum.Urpaktarsabaktastygy".During the event, which was attended by Deputy akim of the region Altynai Amrenova, Malik Gabdullin's students Ualikhan Kalizhanov and Serik Negimov, the public, faculty and cadets of the Academy of Civil Protection and batyr's relatives, an exhibition of coins of prominent personalities of Kazakhstan was held.The conference highlighted the work of Malik Gabdullin, which vividly and profoundly reveals the features of the Great Steppe – its versatility and originality. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1110299?lang=kk

“The akim of the Batyr rural district and the deputy akim carried out explanatory work for the village residents on obtaining a 2.5% loan within the framework of the Aуыл Аманаты program.”Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-munaily-batyr/press/news/details/1110315?lang=kk

On November 19, 2025, archivist of the Rudnу City State Archive A.M. Khayetova conducted a training seminar for employees of the Rudny city Department for Population servicesfil NAO "State Corporation "Government for Citizens" in Kostanay region on the provision of public services "Issuance of archival certificates, copies of archival documents or archival extracts" through the portal "Electronic Government" and compliance with anti-corruption legislation. She brought to the attention of the specialists present the procedure for the provision of public services, explained the procedure for processing requests on the e-Government portal for confirmation of work experience and salary. In order to eliminate corruption risks, she recommended that anti-corruption legislation be observed and that recipients be given the opportunity to receive government services independently, including in the field of archival affairs, through the E-Government portal.  There were 15 people present.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-rudnyi-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1110273?lang=kk

On November 21, 2025, the Department of State Revenue for the Karaganda region, with the participation of the Department of State Revenue for the city of Balkhash, held a field seminar for taxpayers, the purpose of which was to inform and clarify current changes in tax legislation. As part of the event, taxpayers were provided with detailed advice on the innovations in the Tax Code, which will be introduced on January 1, 2026.During the meetings, the participants had the opportunity to get acquainted with the upcoming changes in tax legislation, understand how these innovations will affect their business or personal obligations, as well as ask their questions and get an answer. The event emphasized the transparency of the work and the desire to create a dialogue platform for open communication with taxpayers, contributing to an increase in financial literacy.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-karaganda/press/news/details/1110179?lang=kk

A civil service job fair was held today, aimed at supporting the population and attracting young people to work in the public sector.The event was organized by the Akimat of the city and brought together about 15 employers, including representatives of law enforcement agencies and various government agencies.Visitors of the fair were able to get acquainted with current vacancies for administrative government positions, get advice from specialists on admission to the civil service, and also ask their questions.Such fairs are aimed at raising public awareness of employment opportunities, stimulating the career growth of young people and strengthening the human resources potential of the civil service.The Akimat of Kostanay city plans to continue working to create open and accessible conditions for those who are interested in building a professional career in public service.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1110186?lang=kk

On November 21, 2025, the Department of State Revenue for the Karaganda region, with the participation of the Department of State Revenue for the city of Balkhash, held a field seminar for taxpayers, the purpose of which was to inform and clarify current changes in tax legislation. As part of the event, taxpayers were provided with detailed advice on the innovations in the Tax Code, which will be introduced on January 1, 2026.During the meetings, the participants had the opportunity to get acquainted with the upcoming changes in tax legislation, understand how these innovations will affect their business or personal obligations, as well as ask their questions and get an answer. The event emphasized the transparency of the work and the desire to create a dialogue platform for open communication with taxpayers, contributing to an increase in financial literacy.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-karaganda/press/news/details/1110190?lang=kk

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 On November 21, 2025, Ambassador-at-Large – Head of the Representative Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty Zhanibek Abdrashov participated and delivered a congratulatory speech at the solemn ceremony of awarding the Director of the Sorbonne–Kazakhstan Institute of Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University Ainur Sabitova with the prestigious title of Chevalier of the Order of Academic Palms by the Prime Minister of the French Republic. Ambassador emphasized A. Sabitova’s contribution to strengthening cultural and scientific ties between Kazakhstan and France, and also wished her further success in the development of international cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-almaty/press/news/details/1110094?lang=kk

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The official visit of Mohamed Bamatraf, Executive Director of Murdoch University Dubai, to Kazakhstan was organized.During the visit, meetings were held with the Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, H.E. Sayasat Nurbek, the Director General of the Islamic Organization for Food Security, H.E. Berik Aryn, the CEO of the international technopark of IT startups Astana Hub, Mr. Magzhan Madiyev, as well as the leadership of Nazarbayev University, Shakarim University of Semey, and the Center for International Programs “Bolashak”.As part of the visit, a cooperation agreement was signed between the S.Seifullin Kazakh Agro Technical University and Murdoch University.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-dubai/press/news/details/1110064?lang=kk

During a trade and economic mission from Kazakhstan in Minsk, a $5 million contract was signed between the National Association of Oilseed Processors and the Belarusian company "Dary Polye Plus." The document provides for the purchase of products from Kazakh producers and was the main outcome of business negotiations between the two countries.In addition to this agreement, the Kazakh and Belarusian parties signed a number of other documents aimed at expanding trade and economic cooperation. A memorandum of cooperation between QazTrade and the Belarusian Universal Commodity Exchange opened opportunities for the exchange of experience, the participation of Kazakh companies in exchange trading, the development of electronic platforms, and the holding of joint events. The Belarusian exchange is the largest spot market in the region, annually processing over 500,000 transactions worth over $4 billion.Another document is a memorandum between QazTrade and the National Marketing Center of Belarus. It provides for the exchange of analytics, support for product promotion, joint partner searches, and the organization of business missions and educational programs. These agreements are intended to facilitate the entry of Kazakh manufacturers into the Belarusian market and make cooperation between companies more systematic.QazTrade CEO Aitmuhammed Aldazharov noted that the mission's results create new opportunities for trade development:"Kazakhstan and Belarus have significant potential for cooperation. The parties are interested in expanding supplies, developing new niches, and strengthening business interactions," he emphasized.A separate section of the talks was devoted to industrial cooperation. Eleven joint projects are currently underway, including the production of tractors, agricultural machinery, automotive equipment, and elevators. In Minsk, the parties discussed new areas of cooperation. Plans for the assembly of quarry trucks, the development of cooperation in the construction industry, and projects in the agro-industrial complex, including the creation of commercial dairy farms, were discussed.The business communities of the two countries also reached additional agreements. AstanaInzhKomStroy signed a memorandum with Izokom Plast regarding the supply of products and the launch of joint production of reinforced pipes in Kazakhstan. ARBA WINE LLP is in talks with the Bulbash winery regarding the supply of Kazakh wine, and an export contract is being prepared. In addition to the $5 million agreement, the National Association of Oilseed Processors signed a memorandum of cooperation with PrimeFortGroup LLC.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1110071?lang=kk

On 20 November of this year, we took part in Investor Day 2025 held today at the DIFC Atrium in Dubai.We supported Kazakhstani startups showcasing their projects in fintech, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-dubai/press/news/details/1110050?lang=kk

To date, Online fraudsters continue to send fake messages with the headline "Warning about the need to pay taxes immediately" to email addresses or, acting according to an already well-known scheme, posing as employees of state revenue authorities, they call and report the alleged absence of tax reporting (form 270). Currently, fraudsters pose as couriers, claiming that the taxpayer has a letter from the tax office. They offer a letter delivery service to the address, ostensibly at the expense of paying the SRG (tax).A message is sent from the number 1414 to the victim's phone from "Enbek.kz " the code has a six-digit number and they ask you to dictate it to complete the process. The SRC urges citizens to be vigilant, not to trust unreliable mailings, not to follow questionable links, not to dictate codes and numbers, check the authenticity of received messages and not to succumb to provocations and tricks of scammers.Use only official sources to obtain information about your tax and financial activities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-karaganda/press/news/details/1110004?lang=kk

21.11.2025 An “Open Day” was held in the Department of Tax Administration of Koksu district in order to inform citizens and entrepreneurs about the upcoming changes in tax legislation.The main purpose of the event was to familiarize the participants in detail with the key provisions of the new Tax Code, which will come into force in 2026.The participants of the meeting, including representatives of small and medium-sized businesses, received comprehensive information about the innovations aimed at simplifying tax administration and reducing bureaucratic barriers.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1110006?lang=kk

On November 20, 2025, the Department of State Revenue for the Karaganda region, with the participation of the Department of State Revenue for the city of Priozersk, held a field seminar for taxpayers, the purpose of which was to inform and clarify current changes in tax legislation. As part of the event, taxpayers were provided with detailed advice on the innovations in the Tax Code, which will be introduced on January 1, 2026.During the meetings, the participants had the opportunity to get acquainted with the upcoming changes in tax legislation, understand how these innovations will affect their business or personal obligations, as well as ask their questions and get an answer.The event emphasized the transparency of the work and the desire to create a dialogue platform for open communication with taxpayers, contributing to an increase in financial literacy.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-karaganda/press/news/details/1110009?lang=kk