Podgorica, September 10-11, 2026 – Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan Daulet Batrashev met with Prime Minister of Montenegro Milojko Spajic. The meeting focused on the current state and prospects of trade and economic relations between Kazakhstan and Montenegro.Particular attention was paid to the implementation of the agreements reached at the meeting between the Heads of State of Kazakhstan and Montenegro, as well as to the further expansion of bilateral cooperation in transport and logistics, agriculture, infrastructure, digitalisation and tourism.Prime Minister Spajic reaffirmed Montenegro’s interest in strengthening practical cooperation with Kazakhstan, including expanding trade, attracting investment and technologies from Kazakhstan, establishing stable supplies of food products from Kazakhstan, and involving Kazakhstan’s companies and financial institutions in promising infrastructure and investment projects.An important outcome of the meeting was an agreement to continue high-level dialogue. In this context, Prime Minister Spajic expressed his readiness to pay an official visit to Kazakhstan, the dates of which will be agreed through diplomatic channels.The Ambassador also held a series of meetings at Montenegro’s relevant ministries. During the meeting with Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management Vladimir Jokovic, the parties discussed opportunities to supply agricultural products from Kazakhstan to Montenegro, establish direct contacts between producers, importers and distributors of the two countries, and sign a bilateral cooperation document with the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan.During talks with Minister of Public Administration Marash Dukaj, the parties considered prospects for cooperation in the digitalization of public administration, GovTech, artificial intelligence and human resources development. Ambassador Batrashev expressed Kazakhstan’s readiness to share its experience in digital transformation, while Minister Dukaj confirmed Montenegro’s readiness to sign a memorandum of cooperation between the relevant agencies of the two countries.At the meeting with Minister of Transport of Montenegro Rados Zecevic, the parties discussed opportunities to develop transport and logistics links by using the potential of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route and Montenegro’s port infrastructure. They also considered cooperation between sectoral companies and the identification of potential cargo flows, with Montenegro’s Port of Bar, located on the Adriatic coast, highlighted as having considerable potential.At the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Montenegro, the parties discussed the further development of political dialogue, expansion of the bilateral legal framework, prospects for establishing an Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation, strengthening interparliamentary ties and cooperation in international organizations. An agreement was reached to hold the next round of political consultations between the foreign ministries of the two countries in 2027.The meetings and talks were also attended by Mr. Gabiden Temirbek, Consul General of Kazakhstan in Montenegro.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-podgorica/press/news/details/1290656?lang=ru

В Астане состоялся Международный саммит социальных предпринимателей 2026 на тему «Социальные инвестиции для устойчивого будущего». Мероприятие объединило представителей государственных органов, бизнеса, международных организаций, экспертного сообщества и социальных предпринимателей.Организаторами Саммита выступили Министерство национальной экономики РК, акимат города Астаны, SocialInnovation Hub и Ассоциация социальных инноваторов РК.Выступая на Саммите, вице-министр национальной экономики Ерлан Сагнаев отметил важность обмена опытом и обсуждения конкретных предложений по дальнейшему развитию социального предпринимательства. По его словам, государство продолжает работу по созданию благоприятных условий для бизнеса. Сегодня в Реестре субъектов социального предпринимательства зарегистрировано 1 776 субъектов. За год их количество выросло вдвое. В рамках государственной поддержки с 31 августа социальные предприниматели участвуют в программе «Іскераймақ» без отраслевых ограничений. Для них предусмотрено субсидирование 50% номинальной ставки по кредитам до 200 млн тенге сроком до трех лет. Также социальным предпринимателям предоставляются гранты до 5 млн тенге, льготные помещения и меры нефинансовой поддержки.Отдельное внимание на Саммите уделили цифровым инструментам. В частности, представлен Реестр обязательных требований в сфере предпринимательства, работающий на основе искусственного интеллекта. Сервис систематизирует требования законодательства к бизнесу и позволяет предпринимателям получать актуальную информацию по своему виду деятельности из единого источника.«Сервис уже доступен на цифровой AI-платформе для бизнеса, а в ближайшее время будет запущен и на портале eGov Business. Для социальных предпринимателей это особенно важно. Как правило, у вас нет отдельного юриста в штате, поэтому время, которое раньше приходилось тратить на изучение регуляторных требований, теперь можно направить непосредственно на развитие проектов и решение социальных задач», - отметил Ерлан Сагнаев.Для дальнейшего совершенствования мер поддержки в Министерстве национальной экономики создана рабочая группа по вопросам развития социального предпринимательства. В ее состав вошли представители государственных органов, НПП «Атамекен», профильных организаций и экспертного сообщества. Основные направления работы группы – совершенствование правоприменительной практики, выработка единых подходов к включению в Реестр и подготовка предложений по внесению изменений в Предпринимательский кодекс и инструменты поддержки.Международная сессия Саммита была посвящена зарубежному опыту, социальным инвестициям и возможностям международного партнерства. В ней приняли участие представители ООН, ПРООН, Всемирного банка, ЕБРР, посольств Канады и Японии, TİKA, Catalyst Now, Impact Hub Network, Senior Expert Service и других организаций.В рамках Information Fair социальным предпринимателям представили финансовые, образовательные и консультационные инструменты поддержки. В мероприятии приняли участие НПП «Атамекен», Фонд «Даму», ЕБРР, QazInnovations, SES, Astana Hub, АО «Kazakh Export» и другие организации.Одним из ключевых событий Саммита стала церемония BestSocial Entrepreneur 2026 Awards. Победителями стали ДауренБекгожаев (ITMLab) в сфере инноваций, ГульбахытБальмагамбетова (Neurolink) в сфере инклюзии, Андрей Зелевский («Переработка пластикового мусора») в сфере экологии, Алексей Кирюхов («VALEO для всех») в сфере образования. Специальную номинацию «За значительный социальный импакт» получила Ирина Ким (Академия танца и спорта ISTINA).Кроме того, 10 социальным предпринимателям вручены благодарственные письма Министерства национальной экономики РК за вклад в развитие социального предпринимательства и реализацию общественно значимых инициатив.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1290612?lang=ru

During a working trip to Lisakovsk, Akim of Kostanay Region Kumar Aksakalov reviewed the progress of investment projects being implemented in the city and also met with participants of the national environmental program «Taza Kazakhstan».The Head of State has set tasks to give a new impetus to the development of the manufacturing industry.In this direction, an investment project for the construction of a polymer film production plant is being implemented in the Oktyabrsky settlement of the city of Lisakovsk. 20 new jobs will be created. Thanks to the attraction of investments, previously vacant communal facilities are receiving new development.Also, the modernization of the metallurgical plant is underway in the city. The enterprise plans to produce titanium slag, rutile and zircon concentrates.In accordance with the instruction of the President of the country to increase the share of processed products in the agro-industrial complex to 70% within three years, the construction of an oil extraction plant with a processing capacity of 350 thousand tons of raw materials per year is underway in Lisakovsk. The investment volume amounts to 39.1 billion tenge. 200 jobs will be created.In addition, the Akim of the region visited a mineral powder production enterprise, which has already been put into operation. Previously, road construction organizations of the region were forced to import mineral powder — an important component of asphalt concrete mixture — from other regions of the country.As part of the implementation of the «Taza Kazakhstan» program, 1,700 trees have been planted in Lisakovsk this year, and more than 300 tons of garbage have been removed. During the environmental campaign with the participation of volunteers, 76 thousand square meters of the coastal area were cleaned.Works on landscaping, infrastructure development, improvement of the architectural appearance, lighting, repair and laying of roads are being carried out at an appropriate level. Currently, works on the improvement of the coastal area are ongoing.The head of the region met with city residents, presented the indicators of the socio-economic development of the region, and answered questions from the population.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1290611?lang=ru

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Brussels, 11 September 2026 – The Embassy of Kazakhstan in Belgium hosted another meeting of the “Shanyraq Dialogues” discussion platform, dedicated to the theme “Kazakhstan’s New Political Era: Constitutional Reforms in Action”. Participants discussed the initial results of the implementation of the new constitutional model, the renewal of political institutions and the prospects for Kazakhstan’s further political development.The event brought together representatives of the Belgian Royal Palace, key institutions of the European Union, the European Investment Bank, the diplomatic corps, as well as expert, business and media circles.Opening the discussion, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Belgium Roman Vassilenko presented the key outcomes of the constitutional transformations and noted that Kazakhstan is entering a new stage in the practical implementation of reforms aimed at further strengthening state institutions, advancing public dialogue and improving the effectiveness of public administration. In this context, he highlighted the importance of the forthcoming establishment of the Halyq Kenesi, which will serve as an additional platform for broad public dialogue and the participation of various groups of society in shaping the national agenda.Particular attention was paid to the country’s economic and technological modernisation, including digitalisation and the development of artificial intelligence, infrastructure and human capital. Addressing the international dimension of the reforms, Ambassador Vassilenko underlined Kazakhstan’s commitment to the principles of sovereignty, dialogue, peace and mutually beneficial cooperation, while highlighting prospects for further deepening engagement with international partners, including the European Union.Georgi Gotev, Editor-in-Chief of “EUalive”, shared his impressions from his recent visit to Kazakhstan during the country’s first elections to the Kurultai, describing them as an important milestone in Kazakhstan’s political development. He also praised the “Shanyraq Dialogues” format as an informal platform complementing Kazakhstan’s dynamically developing relations with the European Union and Belgium.Alberto Turkstra, Project Director at “Diplomatic World”, described the current stage as a turning point in Kazakhstan’s political and institutional development. In his assessment, the key question today concerns not so much the substance of the constitutional reform, but rather how the new institutions will function in practice and what kind of political culture will develop around them.The expert particularly highlighted the role of the new unicameral Kurultai, viewing it as one of the key elements of political modernisation and a more effective decision-making process. In his view, the reforms reflect an effort to adapt Kazakhstan’s state institutions to a new stage of the country’s development, with a greater emphasis on accountability, citizen participation and institutional balance.During the Q&A session, participants discussed the constitutional transformations underway in Kazakhstan, the development of the business and investment environment, as well as prospects for further cooperation with the European Union and Belgium. The establishment of the new constitutional institution – the Halyq Kenesi – attracted particular interest. In the context of engagement with European partners, participants also highlighted opportunities to further expand cooperation in trade and economic relations, investment and other promising areas.Considerable attention was devoted to the development of artificial intelligence and digitalisation in Kazakhstan. Participants noted the progress achieved by the country in this field and the potential for mutual exchange of expertise with European partners. In this context, discussions covered the development of smart cities, the Alatau City project and Kazakhstan’s international technology initiatives. European and Belgian partners were invited to participate in AI & Digital Bridge 2026, to be held in Astana on 1–3 October 2026.Against the backdrop of the large-scale transformations taking place in Kazakhstan, participants also showed particular interest in the country’s long-term development prospects. The exchange of views highlighted Kazakhstan’s growing role in strengthening transport and logistics connectivity between Central Asia and Europe, its consistent commitment to the peaceful settlement of international disputes, the UN Charter and the principles of international law, as well as the potential of the younger generation to contribute to the country’s future development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brussels/press/news/details/1290594?lang=ru

Podgorica, September 10-11, 2026 – Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan Daulet Batrashev met with Prime Minister of Montenegro Milojko Spajic. The meeting focused on the current state and prospects of trade and economic relations between Kazakhstan and Montenegro.Particular attention was paid to the implementation of the agreements reached at the meeting between the Heads of State of Kazakhstan and Montenegro, as well as to the further expansion of bilateral cooperation in transport and logistics, agriculture, infrastructure, digitalisation and tourism.Prime Minister Spajic reaffirmed Montenegro’s interest in strengthening practical cooperation with Kazakhstan, including expanding trade, attracting investment and technologies from Kazakhstan, establishing stable supplies of food products from Kazakhstan, and involving Kazakhstan’s companies and financial institutions in promising infrastructure and investment projects.An important outcome of the meeting was an agreement to continue high-level dialogue. In this context, Prime Minister Spajic expressed his readiness to pay an official visit to Kazakhstan, the dates of which will be agreed through diplomatic channels.The Ambassador also held a series of meetings at Montenegro’s relevant ministries. During the meeting with Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management Vladimir Jokovic, the parties discussed opportunities to supply agricultural products from Kazakhstan to Montenegro, establish direct contacts between producers, importers and distributors of the two countries, and sign a bilateral cooperation document with the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan.During talks with Minister of Public Administration Marash Dukaj, the parties considered prospects for cooperation in the digitalization of public administration, GovTech, artificial intelligence and human resources development. Ambassador Batrashev expressed Kazakhstan’s readiness to share its experience in digital transformation, while Minister Dukaj confirmed Montenegro’s readiness to sign a memorandum of cooperation between the relevant agencies of the two countries.At the meeting with Minister of Transport of Montenegro Rados Zecevic, the parties discussed opportunities to develop transport and logistics links by using the potential of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route and Montenegro’s port infrastructure. They also considered cooperation between sectoral companies and the identification of potential cargo flows, with Montenegro’s Port of Bar, located on the Adriatic coast, highlighted as having considerable potential.At the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Montenegro, the parties discussed the further development of political dialogue, expansion of the bilateral legal framework, prospects for establishing an Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation, strengthening interparliamentary ties and cooperation in international organizations. An agreement was reached to hold the next round of political consultations between the foreign ministries of the two countries in 2027.The meetings and talks were also attended by Mr. Gabiden Temirbek, Consul General of Kazakhstan in Montenegro.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-zagreb/press/news/details/1290588?lang=ru

Geneva, 10 September 2026 – Erzhan Kazykhan, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the United Nations Office at Geneva, held a meeting with Kazakh compatriots working in the United Nations system and international organizations, as well as with students pursuing their studies in Geneva.In an open exchange of views, the participants discussed current issues related to Kazakhstan’s domestic and foreign policy development, including ongoing political and constitutional reforms, foreign policy priorities, and the country’s engagement in multilateral processes.Particular attention was paid to political modernization and constitutional reform being implemented at the initiative of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. It was noted that these reforms are aimed at improving public administration, strengthening the rule of law, enhancing the accountability of state institutions, and promoting public dialogue.In the context of foreign policy, Kazakhstan’s commitment to the principles of a multi-vector approach, constructive dialogue, the peaceful settlement of disputes, international law, and the Charter of the United Nations was emphasized.The meeting also highlighted Geneva’s role as one of the key centers of multilateral diplomacy. The professional experience and expertise of Kazakhstan nationals working and studying in Switzerland were recognized as an important asset for strengthening international ties and advancing Kazakhstan’s initiatives.The discussion with young professionals and students also focused on opportunities for professional development in the fields of international relations, diplomacy, and the work of international organizations.Following the meeting, the participants expressed interest in further developing systematic engagement between the Permanent Representation and the Kazakhstani professional and student community, including through the exchange of experience, expert contacts, and the implementation of joint initiatives.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-geneva/press/news/details/1290589?lang=ru

Prague, September 10–11, 2026. Under the Chairpersonship of Switzerland, the concluding meeting of the 32nd Economic and Environmental Forum (EEF) of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) took place devoted to the topic "Strengthening security and stability in the OSCE region through the use of advanced technologies and science-based diplomacy". The Forum brought together representatives from OSCE participating states, international organizations, the expert community, academia, and the private sector to discuss modern approaches to ensuring economic and environmental security.The Kazakh delegation headed by Ambassador Kairat Abdrakhmanov comprising representatives from the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the OSCE and the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Czech Republic actively participated in the Forum.During plenary sessions and thematic discussions, participants examined issues such as the integration of strategic foresight technologies into public administration, the development of science diplomacy, the improvement of early warning mechanisms, the management of virtual assets, the enhancement of energy resilience, the application of artificial intelligence as well as other innovative solutions to strengthen security and stability across the OSCE area.The delegation of Kazakhstan in a national statement reaffirmed its commitment to OSCE obligations within the economic and environmental dimension, pointing out that advanced technologies serve not only as a tool for risk mitigation, but also as an essential means of fostering trust and resilience in the region. The representative of Kazakhstan informed participants on the country’s strategic course toward digital development, including the designation of 2026 as the "Year of Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence" and highlighted the enshrining of this innovative path in the country's new Constitution, which entered into force on July 1, 2026.Particular attention was paid to water-related issues. Kazakhstan called on OSCE participating States to support President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s initiative to establish an International Water Organization under the auspices of the UN, emphasizing that water scarcity poses one of the most acute threats to global security.Regarding technological cooperation, the Kazakh delegation highlighted the need to enhance transport connectivity and the importance of modernizing the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route to significantly increase its capacity. In this context, interest was expressed in the continued implementation of OSCE projects aimed at creating digital platforms for the ports of Aktau and Kuryk.In addition, Ms.Aliya Salimzhuarova, an independent expert in energy transition, investment and sustainable infrastructure in Central Asia and a member of the OSCE-supported Central Asian Women in Energy Network who was a keynote speaker at a panel session titled "Technology in Action: Strengthening Local Capacities and Opportunities" and at a side event focused on emerging trends in Central Asia’s critical minerals sector. In her remarks, she presented key research findings, including the role of critical minerals in the region's energy, economic and environmental security.The Forum concluded with a call to further strengthen a comprehensive approach to security and to actively leverage cutting-edge technologies and science diplomacy to address future challenges.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-vienna/press/news/details/1290583?lang=ru

Belgrade, 11 September 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan Bolat Imanbayev met with Advisor to the President of Serbia for Foreign Policy Tatjana Jović.During the meeting, the sides discussed the progress in implementing the agreements reached following the official visit of the Head of State to Serbia (18-19 November 2024) and the visit of President of Serbia Aleksandar Vučić to Astana (26-27 February 2026).Tatjana Jović stressed that official Belgrade will continue its consistent policy of strengthening friendly ties and fostering rapprochement between the peoples of Serbia and Kazakhstan.The sides noted the common positions of the two countries on the international agenda and their commitment to compliance with the norms of international law, and also discussed the progress of ongoing joint projects and prospects for expanding bilateral cooperation in such areas as digitalization, AI, energy, agriculture, tourism and construction.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-belgrad/press/news/details/1290560?lang=ru

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Today, a solemn event dedicated to the 15th anniversary of the Audit Commission for the Kyzylorda Region was held at the "House of Friendship" with the participation of the region's akim, Murat Ergeshbayev. It was attended by state and public figure Omarkhan Oksikbayev, Deputy Director of the Department of Planning, Certification and Methodology of the Supreme Audit Chamber Akbayan Alimbayeva, chairpersons of audit commissions from all regions of the country, veterans, and representatives of the intelligentsia.The head of the region noted the role of the state audit sphere in ensuring efficient and targeted spending of budget funds."President Kassym-Jomart Kemeluly emphasized in his Address that financial discipline and transparency of budget funds are the foundation of public trust, and strictly instructs to ensure efficient and targeted spending of funds. Every tenge must be directed for the benefit of the people and be under constant control.Today, state audit bodies perform not a punitive, but a partnership function, contributing to the efficient planning of budget funds and the early identification of risks. The Audit Commission for the Kyzylorda Region makes a significant contribution to the efficient and targeted use of state resources in the region.On the occasion of this significant anniversary, we express our sincere gratitude to the veterans and specialists who have worked in this field. I wish everyone good health and well-being to their families!" – said the akim of the region.During the event, a number of citizens were awarded the Gratitude of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Certificate of Honor of the Kyzylorda Region, the Letter of Appreciation from the akim of the region, and the badge of the Agency for Civil Service Affairs "Veteran of Civil Service".State and public figure Omarkhan Oksikbayev delivered a speech and congratulated his colleagues. The volume of financial resources covered by state audit in the region will exceed 2 trillion tenge in 2025, having increased 3 times compared to 2012. Along with identifying violations of legislation, the Audit Commission prioritizes their prevention. As a result of methodological and practical work, the financial literacy of budget organizations has increased, and the number of deficiencies has decreased.The 15th anniversary of the Audit Commission is an important milestone in the development of the region's financial control system. During this time, the commission has demonstrated a high standard of professionalism and responsibility, and has carried out large-scale work.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1290493?lang=ru

During a working trip to Denisovsky District, Akim of Kostanay Region Kumar Aksakalov reviewed activities in agriculture, housing construction, healthcare, as well as those carried out under the republican environmental program «Taza Kazakhstan».The head of the region met with the district's residents, spoke about socio-economic development, and answered questions from the population.This year, the sown area of grain and leguminous crops in Denisovsky District reached 233 thousand hectares. Harvesting has been completed on 178.1 thousand hectares, or 76.2% of the sown area. The area under oilseed crops increased by 46%. Compared to 2023, the area under fodder crops grew threefold – by 8 thousand hectares, while the area under potatoes and vegetables increased 2.7 times, reaching 436 hectares.In accordance with the instruction of the Head of State, digital technologies and artificial intelligence are being introduced into the agro-industrial complex. Eurasia Farm Innovations LLP applies smart farming technologies, operational soil analysis, and differentiated fertilizer application across an area of 11 thousand hectares. To improve working conditions, 7 modern modular houses with a total cost of 150 million tenge have been built.Over the past three years, 70 apartments with a total area of 4.7 thousand square meters have been built and renovated in the district – in five multi-apartment buildings and one two-apartment house. This year, it is planned to purchase another 27 apartments.In the district center, 21 apartments in a new building with a total area of 667.5 square meters will be provided to citizens from socially vulnerable categories who are on the waiting list.A new medical outpatient clinic equipped with modern medical equipment has been opened in the village of Pereleski. Around 2.4 thousand residents will be able to receive medical care without traveling to the district center or cities.As part of the «Taza Kazakhstan» campaign, more than 2.1 thousand saplings and trees have been planted, over 25 thousand tons of garbage have been removed, and 43 parks and public gardens have been landscaped. A total of 800 thousand square meters of territory have been cleaned, 26 dilapidated buildings have been demolished, and 32 unauthorized landfills have been eliminated.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1290499?lang=ru

On September 9, 2026, Deputy Chairman of the Board of KazAID Zhandos Asanov and KazAID Senior Manager Nazgul Sharipova delivered an online guest lecture at I. Zhansugurov Zhetysu University titled "Kazakhstan's Role in Cooperation for International Development".The lecture was attended by Galym Teleuov, Dean of the Faculty of Law and Economics at Zhetysu University, Dauren Bekezhanov, Head of the Legal Disciplines Department, as well as 2nd, 3rd, and 4th-year students of the "International Law" educational program.During the lecture, KazAID representatives briefed the participants on Official Development Assistance (ODA), components of Kazakhstan's ODA system, KazAID's activities, and the opportunities the Agency offers to students.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazaid/press/news/details/1290469?lang=ru

The Department of State Revenues in the North Kazakhstan region in order to reduce the number of appeals brings to the attention of taxpayers the following.       According to paragraph 16) of Article 21 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan (hereinafter referred to as the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan) - an accompanying consignment note for goods (hereinafter referred to as SNT) is a shipping document for monitoring the movement of goods, including confirming the shipment of goods to a taxpayer.In accordance with paragraph 3 of Article 179 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the list of goods that are subject to the obligation to issue SNT, as well as the forms, procedure for registration and their document flow are determined by the authorized body.Namely - by order and. about. Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated October 31, 2025 No. 657 "On approval of the List of goods that are subject to the obligation to issue SNT, as well as forms, rules for issuing SNT, and their document flow."In accordance with clause 16 of the above order, SNT is submitted by the supplier (when importing the goods - the recipient) in accordance with Article 179 of the Tax Code, within the following periods:import of goods into the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan from the territory of the EAEU member states - before crossing the State border of the Republic of Kazakhstan;       export of goods from the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the territory of the EAEU member states - no later than the beginning of the movement, sale and (or) shipment of goods;       carrying out international road transport from the territory of one EAEU member state to the territory of another EAEU member state through the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan - at an automobile checkpoint when crossing the State border of the Republic of Kazakhstan.When importing goods into the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan from the territory of the EAEU member states or exporting goods from the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the territory of the EAEU member states by road or aircraft, an employee of the state revenue body confirms the fact of crossing the State border of the Republic of Kazakhstan by marking the corresponding mark in the SNT.         In the absence of a mark in the SNT confirming the fact of crossing the state border at automobile checkpoints in the area of   activity of the Department of State Revenues in the North Kazakhstan region (checkpoints "Karakoga," "Kyzylzhar," "Bidaik" and "Zhana Zhol") we recommend taxpayers to send information for marking in SNT through the messenger "WhatsApp" to the service number of the 8-778-571-88-08 with the obligatory application of a coupon on the passage of the goods border and SNT number, which must be confirmed or contact the work phone of the export control department 8 (7152) 46-21-98.We remind you that for violations in terms of registration of SNT, administrative liability is provided for by Article 283-1 of the Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Administrative Offenses." Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-sko/press/news/details/1290457?lang=ru

On September 11, 2026, Deputy Chairman of the Board of KazAID Zhandos Asanov held a meeting with Serhan Aktoprak, Head of Mission of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Kazakhstan.During the conversation, the parties discussed opportunities for cooperation within the framework of the Memorandum of Understanding signed between the organizations in September 2025.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazaid/press/news/details/1290459?lang=ru

According to paragraph 2 of Article 518 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the minimum price level is determined by the authorized body for goods included in the list of certain types of goods in respect of which the minimum price level is applied, in accordance with the procedure for determining the minimum price level.The list of certain types of goods for which the minimum price level is applied, as well as the procedure for determining the minimum price level, shall be approved by the authorized body in agreement with the authorized body in the field of trade regulation. The minimum price level is determined quarterly.The authorized body since January 2026 is the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The Committee for the period from April 01 to June 30, 2026 established the minimum prices for goods produced in Kazakhstan.The list includes 28 product names, including:Cottage cheese with a fat content of no more than 40%, other - 1,822 tenge per kg;Other processed cheeses, non-grated or non-powdery with a fat content of not more than 36% by weight with a dry matter content of more than 48% by weight - 2,985 tenge;Eggs of birds, in shell, fresh, domestic chickens (Gallus domesticus) - 41 tenge apiece;Fresh or chilled potatoes, other - 90 tenge per kg;White cabbage, fresh or chilled, - 72 tenge per kg;Carrots fresh or chilled - 106 tenge per kg;Apples, others from August 1 to November 30 - 175 tenge per kg;Hard wheat, other - 83 tenge per kg;Wheat flour from soft wheat and spelt - 175 tenge per kg;Other sunflower seeds, crushed or not crushed - 201 tenge per kg;Other sunflower oils or their fractions in primary packages with a net volume of 10 liters or less - 451 tenge per kg;Sausages, dry or pasty, raw, from meat, meat offal or blood - 2,063 per kg;Other sausages and similar products from meat, meat offal or blood - 1,521 per kg;Pasta, other dried - 248 tenge per kg;Vodka with an alcohol concentration of 45.4 volume % or less, in vessels with a capacity of 2 litres or less - 1,268 per litre.The list of goods not produced in Kazakhstan (imported) includes 8 items, including:Mushrooms of the genus Agaricus, fresh or chilled - 754 tenge per kg;Bananas, including plantains, fresh - 403 tenge per kg;Oranges are sweet, fresh - 277 tenge per kg;Tangerines fresh and dried (including tangerines and satsuma) - 269 tenge per kg;Persimmon fresh - 208 tenge per kg;Other solvents and diluents complex organic, elsewhere not named or included; ready-made compositions for removing paints or varnishes - 234 tenge per liter.Clause 1 of Article 518 of the Tax Code provides that the amount of taxable imports of goods is determined on the basis of the cost of their acquisition.When declaring the value of imported goods included in the list of certain types of goods for which the minimum price level is applied, below the established minimum price level, the taxpayer is obliged to pay tax, taking into account the difference in these amounts at the rate established by paragraph 1 of Article 503 of this Code, within the period provided for by Article 530 of this Code.      If the tax authority reveals non-compliance by the taxpayer with the requirement established by part six of this clause, the amount of the difference between the minimum price level and the amount of the declared value of imported goods included in the list of certain types of goods in respect of which the minimum price level is applied is credited to the personal account in accordance with the procedure for maintaining a personal account.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-sko/press/news/details/1290437?lang=ru

     Kazakhstan has an updated List of certain types of goods imported from the territory of the EAEU member states, for which the minimum price level (MTC) is applied, and the size of the MTC, valid from July 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026 (inclusive). MTC sizes are updated quarterly. The need for quarterly updates is due to the seasonality of prices for some goods and the volatility of import prices. The list of certain types of goods in respect of which the MTC is applied and the Rules for determining the MTC are approved by order of the acting Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated October 31, 2025 No. 658. The list includes 89 items divided into 2 groups: manufactured in the Republic of Kazakhstan (81 commodity items) and not manufactured in the country (8 items).The official approved list is regulated in detail by the codes of TN VED (Commodity Nomenclature of Foreign Economic Activity).Categories of goods covered by the ICC:Food: Milk, cream, cheeses, cottage cheese, eggs, honey, potatoes, vegetables, apples, flour, sunflower oil, pasta and baby foodAlcohol: ethyl alcohol, cognac and vodka.Non-food products: mineral wool, fertilizers and oils.The purpose of the MTC implementation is:If, when importing from the EAEU by a resident of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the declared value of the goods is lower than the established ICC, value added tax (VAT) will be charged based on the base minimum price level.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-sko/press/news/details/1290413?lang=ru

Polgárdi, 11 September 2026 – Ambassador-Designate of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Hungary Anel Bakytbekkyzy attended a solemn ceremony marking the reopening of a Soviet military cemetery following its renovation in the town of Polgárdi, located approximately 80 kilometres from Budapest.The ceremony was also attended by heads and staff members of the diplomatic missions of Russia, Belarus, Azerbaijan and Kyrgyzstan, as well as representatives of public organisations. The Hungarian side was represented by Mayor of Polgárdi László Nyikos and representatives of the Institute and Museum of Military History of the Ministry of Defence of Hungary.The participants laid wreaths and flowers at the memorial, paying tribute to the Soviet soldiers who lost their lives during the Second World War.The ceremony holds particular significance for Kazakhstan. Among those buried at the military cemetery, the names of seven servicemen who were natives of Kazakhstan have been identified: Guards Lieutenant Tursynbek Igimbetov, Guards Lieutenant Nuradin Burashev, Guards Junior Lieutenant Oban Dzhumabekov, Guards Private Adylbeguy Atber, Private Kabi Irgaliyev, Private Ardash Madayan and Corporal Ivan Stankevich.Ambassador-Designate Anel Bakytbekkyzy paid tribute to the fallen Kazakh soldiers and laid a wreath at the mass grave.Background: The Soviet military cemetery in Polgárdi is one of the burial sites of Red Army servicemen who were killed during military operations on the territory of Hungary in 1944–1945. The memorial complex comprises mass and individual graves, as well as a central obelisk with a sculpture of a Soviet soldier standing in front of it.In total, there are more than 800 Soviet military burial sites dating from the Second World War across all 19 counties of Hungary and Budapest. More than 140,000 Red Army soldiers and officers who lost their lives in 1944–1945 are buried at these sites. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-budapest/press/news/details/1290408?lang=ru

Happy Family Day! The second Sunday of September is a special holiday in Kazakhstan dedicated to family values — Family Day.Family is the first school for everyone and a source of love and care. Respect for our grandmothers and grandfathers, gratitude to our parents, and love and care for our children are all a priceless heritage passed down from generation to generation. Thanks to this heritage, we continue to nurture and unite current and future generations. We wish all families peace, harmony, mutual understanding, and prosperity!Happy Family Day! Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-astana/press/news/details/1290396?lang=ru

More than $4 million could be mobilized for planned climate projects in Kazakhstan. Prospects for cooperation on the deployment of climate technologies and financing of environmental projects were discussed by Saken Kalkamanov, Chairman of the Management Board of the International Green Technologies and Investment Projects Center (IGTIC), with representatives of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) during the Baku Climate Action Week.During a meeting with UNEP experts, the parties reviewed the results of the Technology Needs Assessment (TNA) project, which IGTIC is implementing jointly with the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). Work is currently underway on the project's final component — the Technology Action Plan.The parties also discussed a methane reduction project financed through the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC). Earlier, IGTIC, together with the Climate Change Coordination Center, submitted an application for grant funding for a project aimed at reducing methane emissions in the agricultural sector, particularly in livestock farming.In addition, the parties discussed prospects for cooperation on forest and climate projects under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. The discussions demonstrated a mutual interest in strengthening the partnership and advancing practical climate initiatives.During a meeting with UNIDO expert Tomasz Pawelец, the parties discussed the establishment of a national climate investment platform with support from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) under the Readiness III programme. UNIDO expressed its readiness to provide technical assistance to IGTIC in developing the platform's operational framework, including potential cooperation under the next Readiness IV programme cycle.The establishment of the platform will help coordinate climate investments at the national level and create a foundation for transferring expertise and best practices to Central Asian countries through a regional green acceleration hub.The initiative will build on the Global Cleantech Innovation Programme (GCIP), which IGTIC has been implementing jointly with UNIDO over the past three years. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/1290400?lang=ru