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

On November 20, 2025, the State Revenue Department for the Alikhan Bokeikhan district held a press conference with the participation of the media (television) for taxpayers, the purpose of which was to inform and explain 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 press conference, 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 improving the level of financial literacy.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-karaganda/press/news/details/1110013?lang=kk

Auto-zero reportingNow, if a taxpayer does not submit tax reports on time, the SRG system will automatically generate zero reports.This excludes:— notifications for non-reporting;— administrative responsibility- suspension of expenditure operations in the STB;Less sanctions means more convenience. Reduction of reporting formsThe number of tax forms has been reduced by more than 30%, from 41 to 28.This saves business time and simplifies administration.The forms were approved by Order of the Ministry of Finance No. 695 dated 12.11.2025. Revocation of tax reporting has been canceledThe service is excluded: the new system is changing the approach to administration, and a review is no longer required. The extension of reporting deadlines has been canceledNow the norm is not needed — the auto-zero declaration mechanism is working. UGD service groups have been createdThis is a mobile group of tax officials who help certain categories of taxpayers.:— for public services;— filling out declarations. You can call the service group through 1414.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-karaganda/press/news/details/1110017?lang=kk

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November 21, 2025  The state revenue departments for the Kazybek bi district and the Shet district conducted field seminars for taxpayers, the purpose of which was to inform and clarify current changes in tax legislation. As part of the events, 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 events emphasized the transparency of the work and the desire to create a dialogue platform for open communication with taxpayers, contributing to an increase in the level of financial literacy.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-karaganda/press/news/details/1110029?lang=kk

Today, regional command-staff exercises titled “Winter–2025” were held in the district to prevent potential emergencies during the winter season. The event was attended by the district deputy akim, Samat Smagulov, who inspected the work of the relevant services.The exercise was organized under the theme “Preparing the management bodies and forces of the state civil protection system.” During the training, specialists worked on the management mechanisms of rescue units and measures to improve the speed of decision-making in the event of emergencies.As part of the exercise, 37 units of equipment and 110 personnel carried out practical training aimed at responding promptly to possible storm warnings and other adverse conditions that may affect public safety in winter.The regional “Winter – 2025” exercise will also continue from November 20 to 21 of the current year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1109971?lang=kk

A seminar-training aimed at applying algorithms and improving preventive measures in the field of interethnic relations was held in the Karmakshy district with the participation of relevant state bodies. The event was attended by a representative of the National Security Committee Department for Kyzylorda region and the city of Baikonur, the counter-extremism group of the district police department, specialists from the Secretariat of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan of the region, and a representative of the regional prosecutor’s office.During the meeting, issues related to the prevention of national extremism, the application of a set of algorithms in the field of interethnic relations, interagency cooperation, ensuring public order, as well as the legal assessment of incidents involving representatives of different ethnic groups were discussed.Speakers shared their professional experience and presented recommendations on timely identification of risks at the district level, effective organization of preventive measures, and maintaining interethnic stability.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1109983?lang=kk

The Center for Forecasting Criminal Threats and Public Security Risks of the Committee on Legal Statistics and Special Accounting of the Prosecutor General's Office of the Republic of Kazakhstan warns of the threat of online fraud against iPhone owners.According to foreign sources (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/lost-iphone-dont-fall-for-phishing-texts-saying-it-was-found/, https://itc.ua/news/moshennyky-obmanyvayut-vladeltsev-ukradennyh-iphone-falshyvymy-soobshhenyyamy-apple-find-my/), attackers are sending fake SMS or iMessage messages claiming to be Apple with an attached phishing link, stating the model, color, and memory capacity of the supposedly found iPhone, thereby creating the impression that the notification is genuine.By clicking the pinned link, the user is redirected to a fake page, visually identical to Apple's Find My service, which transmits the user's Apple ID login and password to scammers.This allows attackers to bypass the iPhone's activation lock and gain access to the device and personal information.Given that this type of threat is rapidly spreading, we strongly recommend:- Avoid clicking suspicious links;- Use a separate email address if you want to display contact information on the lost device's lock screen;- Protect the SIM card with a PIN to make it more difficult to access;- Check the device only through icloud.com/find.Remain vigilant and maintain cybersecurity. Center for Forecasting Criminal Threats and Public Security Risks of the Committee on Legal Statistics and Special Accounting of the Prosecutor General's Office of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1109879?lang=kk

 On November 26, 2025, at 4 p.m., Akim of Mendykarinsky district G.M. Bekbaev will meet with the population of Krasnopresnensky rural district.Venue: Krasnaya Presnya village, school building.In preparation for the meeting with the public, questions and suggestions are being received via WhatsApp at 8-705-162-80-87.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-mendykarin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1109893?lang=kk

Upon the open grasslands of what is now Kazakhstan, there once stood a Bronze Age settlement that may have served as a center of exchange and power around 1600 BC.The settlement — called Semiyarka and nicknamed “The City of Seven Ravines” for its location overlooking a network of valleys — was first discovered in the early 2000s, but it wasn’t until an international group of archaeologists surveyed the area starting in 2018 that its impressive size and potential importance within the Eurasian Steppe came to light. What the team discovered was an expansive area that was once replete with houses, a central monumental building, which may have been used for rituals or governance, and possibly even tin bronze metal production facilities.Their findings, published Monday in the journal Antiquity, are just the beginning, the study authors said.“It’s very exciting, because it’s such a rare find to have tin bronze production in this area,” said lead author Miljana Radivojević, an associate professor in archaeological science at University College London, UK. “We know we have hundreds of thousands of tin bronze artifacts from the Bronze Age in the Eurasian steppe and we have only one published site on tin bronze production. And this is the second one.” Tin bronze allowed for sturdier tools and other materials to be made, Radivojević added.As the team now embarks on excavating the area, they say the continued discoveries of Semiyarka are transforming what we know about urban life in prehistoric Eurasia.“We just don’t have anything like this at all,” said study coauthor Dan Lawrence, a professor of archaeology at Durham University in the UK. There are hardly settlements of any kind recovered in the steppe, he added. “What you get across this landscape, we associate with mobile pastoral groups, and we think maybe they were in tents or yurts. What we’ve got here is something that’s very clearly quite different.”Spanning 140 hectares (about 346 acres) above the Irtysh River valley, the large size and strategic location of the settlement may indicate that the Bronze Age steppe had sophisticated cities similar to those located in more urban areas of the world at the time, Lawrence added.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-geneva/press/news/details/1109898?lang=kk

 On November 25, 2025, at 17:00, Akim of Mendykarinsky district G.M. Bekbaev will meet with the population of Sosnovsky rural district.Venue: Kharkov village, the building of Agrofirma Karkyn LLP.In preparation for the meeting with the public, questions and suggestions are being received via WhatsApp at 8-705-162-80-87.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-mendykarin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1109902?lang=kk

Kazakhstan outlined steps to implement the Green Corridor system and strengthen its role as a key Eurasian transit hub during a Nov. 18 meeting chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Serik Zhumangarin.Kazakhstan is moving forward with a comprehensive package of measures to streamline customs, modernize border infrastructure, and digitalize logistics processes. The Green Corridor initiative aims to reduce border delays and improve the efficiency of transit cargo moving across the country.Kazakhstan currently hosts five major international rail corridors linking China, Europe, Russia, Central Asia, and Iran. Transit volumes rose from 21.8 million tons in 2020 to 27.4 million tons in 2024, with forecasts reaching up to 100 million tons by 2035, reported the Prime Minister’s press service.A key task discussed at the meeting was reducing customs inspections that require wagon uncoupling, which disrupts train integrity and increases delays.The Finance Ministry is expanding digital customs tools, including the KEDEN information system, electronic queuing, and automated issuance of foreign permits at borders with China and Uzbekistan. More than 2.7 million bookings and 160,000 electronic permits have been issued.Integrated vehicle control systems and new logistics centers on the borders with China and Uzbekistan have increased the throughput capacity of checkpoints and reduced truck crossing times to as little as 30 minutes.A pilot project with the national railway operator automated the issuance of transit declarations on the China-Kazakhstan-Central Asia route, reducing processing time for container trains from three hours to 30 minutes. Expansion to China-Europe routes is underway.Kazakhstan is also preparing a multilateral seamless transit agreement with Central Asian and South Caucasus countries, expected to be finalized with Uzbekistan in 2026, with potential future participation from China.The meeting also reviewed progress in upgrading border checkpoints, modernizing rail stations, and renewing Kazakhstan’s wagon fleet, which now totals 145,700 units. Air cargo capacity continues to grow, with airports handling 29.7 million passengers and 171,000 tons of freight in 2024.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-geneva/press/news/details/1109908?lang=kk

Warsaw, November 20, 2025 – A working meeting was held at the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Warsaw between the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan Nurlan Zhalgasbayev and the Director of the companies «FABE Polska» and «SP SINE MIDAS STROY SP Z O.O.» Mr.Fatih Budan.During the talks, current cooperation projects were reviewed, and promising areas of collaboration in the construction, infrastructure, and investment sectors were discussed.Kazakhstan's interest in attracting reliable foreign partners was emphasized, as well as its willingness to provide the necessary assistance for the implementation of joint initiatives.Mr. F. Budan presented information on the activities of the companies he heads and expressed his intention to expand their presence in Kazakhstan. He noted the country's investment attractiveness, its potential for developing infrastructure projects, and favorable conditions for foreign companies.Following the meeting, the parties agreed to continue working on specific project areas and maintain a regular exchange of information.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-warsaw/press/news/details/1109806?lang=kk

The first tomato crop was harvested in Shymkent as part of the opening of the Alsera KZ greenhouse complex. The event was attended by the Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan Aidarbek Saparov, First Deputy Mayor of the city Aidyn Karimov, Consul General of the Republic of Turkey in Turkestan Levent Gurzhan, and representatives of Alarko Holding, led by Chairman of the Board Izzet Garikh. In his speech, the Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan noted that the implementation of this project is the result of attracting large investments and effective partnership between the state and business. According to him, the project is a clear evidence of investors' high confidence in the Kazakhstani economy and their confidence in its sustainable development. "Such cooperation provides a great opportunity to exchange experience, introduce technology, and increase trade in the agricultural sector. We believe that joint work will strengthen food security and increase the competitiveness of agricultural products. The state is ready to provide investors with the necessary support at all stages of the project," the minister said. First Deputy Akim of the city, Aidyn Meirambekovich, thanked investors for the construction of a modern greenhouse complex and noted the strategic importance of the project in implementing the instructions of the Head of State to attract investment and introduce advanced water-saving technologies in crop production. "This is not only one of the largest greenhouse complexes in the country, but also an initiative that will raise the region's agriculture to a qualitatively new level. The project will ensure Shymkent's food security and increase its export potential," said A. Karimov. The city administration also expressed its full support for such large-scale projects and is ready to provide comprehensive support to investors. Recall that the construction of a large-scale investment project worth 650 million US dollars began last summer. The annual production capacity of the complex is 155 thousand tons. The total area is 650 hectares, the first stage is 208 hectares. In total, construction on an area of 40 hectares will be completed by the end of the year, allowing for increased production and supply of fresh vegetables to the domestic market. Approximately 2,000 jobs will be created after the first phase is launched, and 5,000 jobs will be created upon completion of the project. It is worth noting that a special agro-academic center with a modern laboratory meeting international standards will also be built as part of the Alsera KZ project. This center will allow training qualified specialists for the agricultural sector. Press service of the Shymkent city mayor

In Shymkent, as part of the opening of the modern greenhouse complex "Alsera KZ," the first tomato crop was harvested on a site included in the first stage of construction. The ceremony marking the launch of the complex and the harvest of the first crop was attended by the Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Aidarbek Saparov, the First Deputy Akim of the city, Aydin Karimov, the Consul General of the Republic of Turkey in Turkestan, Levent Gürzhan, as well as representatives of the Turkish holding company "Alarko Holding", headed by the Chairman of the Board, Izzet Garikh. Addressing the event participants, the Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan noted that the implementation of this project was made possible by attracting significant investment and effective cooperation between the government and business. It is a clear demonstration of the high level of investor confidence in the Kazakh economy and its sustainable development. "Such cooperation opens up enormous potential for sharing experiences and technologies and increasing trade in the agricultural sector. We are confident that our joint efforts will contribute to improving food security and the competitiveness of our countries' agricultural products. We are ready to provide the necessary support to investors at all stages of implementation," the minister said. In his speech, the city's first deputy akim thanked the investors for the construction of the modern greenhouse complex and emphasized the project's strategic importance for fulfilling the Head of State's instructions to attract investment and implement advanced water-saving technologies in crop production. "This is not only one of the largest greenhouse complexes in the country, but also an initiative that will elevate the region's agriculture to a new level. The project will ensure the city's food security and expand Shymkent's export potential," said A. Karimov. He also noted that the city administration fully supports such large-scale projects and is ready to provide investors with comprehensive support. Construction of this large-scale investment project, worth $650 million, began last summer. The production capacity is 155,000 tons per year. The total area of the complex is 650 hectares, with the first phase covering 208 hectares. Overall, a 40-hectare section of the complex will be commissioned by the end of this year, allowing for expanded production and the start of supplying the domestic market with fresh vegetables. Approximately 2,000 jobs will be created upon the first stage's completion, and 5,000 jobs upon completion of the entire project. It's worth noting that as part of the project, Alsera KZ will also build a specialized agricultural academic center with a modern laboratory that meets international standards. The center will provide training for qualified personnel in the agricultural sector. Press service of the Akim of Shymkent