В своем послании Касым-Жомарт Токаев отметил, что под руководством Сердара Бердымухамедова Туркменистан уверенно следует по пути созидания и прогресса, добиваясь впечатляющих успехов в укреплении государственности, социально-экономической модернизации и упрочении позиций на международной арене.– Мы ценим Ваш личный вклад в укрепление казахско-туркменского стратегического партнерства с целью вывода многогранного межгосударственного сотрудничества на новые высоты, – подчеркнул Президент Казахстана.Глава нашего государства пожелал Президенту Туркменистана неиссякаемой энергии и дальнейших успехов в ответственной деятельности на благо братского туркменского народа.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-ashgabat/press/news/details/1296389?lang=ru

     If a taxpayer disagrees with the results of a tax audit, the taxpayer has the right to protect their rights and legitimate interests and to appeal the audit results in accordance with the procedure established by law.     In accordance with Article 191 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, appeals against a notification on the results of a tax audit, as well as against actions (inaction) of officials of the state revenue authorities, are carried out in accordance with the procedure established by the Administrative Procedural and Process-Related Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Tax Code. The procedure for submitting and considering a complaint against a notification on the results of a tax audit is regulated by Articles 192–198 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Deadline for Filing a Complaint     A taxpayer (tax agent) may submit a complaint against a notification on the results of a tax audit to the authorized body within 30 working days following the date on which the notification on the results of the tax audit was served. A copy of the complaint must also be submitted to the state revenue authority that conducted the tax audit and considered the taxpayer's objections to the preliminary tax audit report.     If the deadline for filing a complaint has been missed for a valid reason, it may be restored by the authorized body upon the taxpayer's (tax agent's) request. In particular, temporary incapacity for work of the individual subject to the tax audit, as well as of the taxpayer's head and/or chief accountant, may be recognized as a valid reason. In such cases, the request must be accompanied by documents confirming the period of temporary incapacity for work, as well as a document establishing the organizational structure of the taxpayer.     The complaint and the request to restore the missed deadline must be submitted no later than 10 working days from the date on which the period of temporary incapacity for work ends.Does Filing a Complaint Suspend the Notification?     Filing a complaint with the authorized body or filing a statement of claim with the court suspends the enforcement of the notification on the results of the tax audit in the part being appealed. If the taxpayer files a complaint with the authorized body, enforcement of the notification in the appealed part is suspended until a decision is made on the complaint.     If a statement of claim is filed with the court, enforcement of the notification in the appealed part is suspended from the date the court accepts the administrative case for proceedings until the court act enters into legal force. Therefore, it is important to clearly specify in the complaint which part of the notification on the results of the tax audit is being appealed.In What Form Is the Complaint Submitted?     A taxpayer's complaint may be submitted in paper and/or electronic form. The complaint must contain:the name of the authorized body to which the complaint is submitted;the taxpayer's surname, first name and patronymic, or full legal name, and location;identification number;the name of the state revenue authority that conducted the tax audit;the circumstances on which the taxpayer bases their claims;evidence confirming these circumstances;the taxpayer's (tax agent's) signature and the date of submission of the complaint;a list of the attached documents.     The complaint may also contain other information relevant to the resolution of the dispute. The complaint must be signed by the taxpayer or their authorized representative.What Documents Should Be Attached to the Complaint?     The complaint must be accompanied by documents confirming the circumstances on which the taxpayer bases their claims. If the complaint is submitted by a taxpayer's representative, a power of attorney confirming the representative's authority must be attached. Other documents relevant to the dispute may also be attached. Therefore, when preparing a complaint, it is important to provide specific arguments and supporting documents for each disputed issue identified during the tax audit.Can a Complaint Be Withdrawn?     Yes. Withdrawal of a complaint by a taxpayer does not deprive the taxpayer of the right to submit a complaint again, provided that the statutory deadlines are observed. Therefore, when deciding to withdraw a complaint, the taxpayer should take into account the deadlines established by law for submitting a new complaint.What Should Be Taken into Account in Practice?     For a taxpayer who disagrees with the results of a tax audit, it is particularly important to comply with the deadline for filing a complaint and to properly substantiate their position with evidence. Simply stating disagreement with the audit results is not sufficient. The taxpayer should clearly indicate which specific conclusion of the tax authority is being disputed, the grounds on which the conclusion is considered unfounded, and which documents and evidence support the taxpayer's position.     Before filing a complaint, it is also advisable to carefully review the notification on the results of the tax audit, the tax audit report, the objections to the preliminary tax audit report, and the relevant decisions of the state revenue authority. When tax disputes are considered, compliance with the procedures and deadlines established by law is of particular importance. Therefore, taxpayers should be familiar with the appeal procedure and take into account the requirements of the applicable legislation when protecting their rights and legitimate interests.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-atyrau/press/news/details/1296365?lang=ru

Attempt to Smuggle Mobile Phones Concealed in a Vehicle Tire into a Penal InstitutionAt Penal Institution No. 29 under the Department of the Penal Enforcement System for the Karaganda and Ulytau Regions, institution staff detected an attempt to bring prohibited items into the restricted area.When a vehicle entered the premises of a vehicle maintenance station located near the institution, checkpoint officers inspected the vehicle and discovered and confiscated two mobile phones concealed inside the vehicle’s rear tire.An investigative team was called to the scene to carry out further procedural measures in connection with the incident. An investigation is currently underway.Employees of penal enforcement system institutions continue their work to ensure the established security regime and prevent prohibited items from being brought into correctional facilities.Press Service of the Department of the Penal Enforcement System for the Karaganda and Ulytau RegionsSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ps/press/news/details/1296328?lang=ru

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      Since 1 January 2026, the Republic of Kazakhstan has applied a procedure for refunding income tax withheld at the source of payment, established by Order No. 694 of the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated 12 November 2025, “On Certain Issues Related to Income Tax Withheld at the Source of Payment in the Republic of Kazakhstan.”Tax Refund Based on an International Treaty      One of the cases provided for is the refund of income tax previously withheld based on an international treaty of the Republic of Kazakhstan on the avoidance of double taxation. The right to apply the provisions of an international treaty is determined taking into account the specific type of income, the status of the income recipient, and the terms of the relevant international treaty. When considering an application submitted by a non-resident, the state revenue authority determines whether the legal grounds provided for by legislation for the tax refund are present.      Confirmation of the non-resident’s tax residency is of particular importance. For this purpose, a document confirming the person’s residency in the relevant foreign state, prepared in accordance with the established requirements, must be submitted. When considering an application for a tax refund, the submitted documents and information are reviewed. In particular, the following are determined:the country of residence of the income recipient;the type and amount of income received from sources in the Republic of Kazakhstan;the existence of grounds for applying the relevant article of the international treaty;the fact that the income was paid to the non-resident;the amount of income tax withheld at the source of payment;the fact that the withheld tax was transferred to the budget;the amount claimed for refund;compliance of the submitted documents and information with tax accounting data and the information available to the state revenue authorities.      Where necessary, contracts, acts of completed works or services rendered, payment documents, and other documents that make it possible to determine the actual nature of the income and the circumstances of its receipt are also analyzed. Particular attention is paid to the correct classification of income. Depending on its nature, an international treaty may establish different taxation rules for dividends, interest, royalties, income from the provision of services, and other types of income.Submission of an Application and Decision-Making      To obtain a tax refund based on an international treaty, a tax application must be submitted using the form approved by Order No. 694. Following consideration of the application, a decision is made either to refund the income tax or to refuse the refund. Where the grounds provided for by legislation are present, the tax amount is refunded in accordance with the procedure established by the Rules for the Provision of the State Service “Refund of Income Tax Withheld at the Source of Payment.”      Therefore, previously withheld corporate income tax is not refunded automatically. It is necessary to confirm the existence of legal grounds for applying the international treaty and the compliance of the submitted documents with the established requirements. When making payments in favor of non-residents, tax agents are advised to verify in advance the grounds for applying the relevant international treaty, the availability of a document confirming tax residency, as well as the correct determination of the type of income and the applicable taxation procedure.      If tax is withheld when income is paid to a non-resident, the possibility of subsequently refunding such tax is determined in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the provisions of the relevant international treaty.Taxpayers and non-residents are reminded of the need to submit a complete and accurate set of documents, as this is essential for an objective review of the application and the adoption of the appropriate decision.      Order No. 694 also provides for the forms of documents used in the provision of the state service, including the application for a refund of income tax, decisions on refund or refusal to refund, as well as documents confirming the amounts of income and taxes withheld (paid).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-atyrau/press/news/details/1296334?lang=ru

Vienna, 14-18 September 2026 – Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi highlighted the high potential of Kazakhstan’s nuclear sector, the country’s commitment to the principles of the safe and peaceful use of nuclear energy, and its contribution to the development of international cooperation.The IAEA Director General made these remarks during the official opening of Kazakhstan’s national pavilion at the international exhibition held on the margins of the 70th session of the IAEA General Conference. Kazakhstan’s exhibition showcased to the international community the potential of the country’s nuclear sector, its scientific and technological achievements, as well as promising areas for international cooperation.The Kazakh delegation to the 70th session of the IAEA General Conference, held from 14 to 18 September 2026, was headed by Gumar Sergazin, Deputy Chairman of the Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Atomic Energy.During the General Debate, Kazakhstan delivered a national statement outlining the country’s key priorities in the peaceful use of nuclear energy, the further development of the nuclear sector, the strengthening of nuclear and radiation safety, the expansion of scientific and technical cooperation, and the training of qualified personnel.On the margins of the General Conference, the Kazakh delegation organized three thematic side events.The side event “35th Anniversary of the Closure of the Semipalatinsk Test Site: From National Tragedy to National Pride” focused on Kazakhstan’s experience in addressing its nuclear legacy and the consequences of nuclear testing, as well as on the development of modern nuclear science.The side event “Developing Human Capital for Kazakhstan’s First Nuclear Power Plants” brought together representatives of Kazakhstan and the international expert community to discuss the training of specialists for the development of the country’s nuclear energy sector, human capital development, and the enhancement of educational infrastructure.The thematic event “Advancing Cancer Care in Kazakhstan: From Radiopharmaceutical Production to Proton Therapy” focused on the development of nuclear technologies in healthcare, including the production of radiopharmaceuticals and the introduction of advanced methods for the diagnosis and treatment of oncological diseases.Kazakhstan’s participation in the 70th session of the IAEA General Conference provided an important platform for presenting the country’s scientific and technological expertise to the international community. The high-level recognition of Kazakhstan’s potential by the IAEA leadership, together with the substantive programme of the national pavilion and thematic events, underscored the importance of international cooperation in the peaceful use of nuclear energy and created additional opportunities for its further development.Kazakhstan continues to develop its nuclear sector based on the principles of safety, responsibility, and the peaceful use of nuclear technologies.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-vienna/press/news/details/1296299?lang=ru

In order to attract specialists to work and live in the village, the project "With a diploma in the village" has been implemented in the region since 2009. Kazakhstanis of any age can participate in the program, these are specialists in healthcare, education, social security, culture, sports, agro-industrial complex, archival affairs, digital technologies and public service.The Project provides social support measures in the form of a lifting allowance of 432.5 thousand tenge (100 MCI) and a budget loan for the purchase or construction of housing for a period of 15 years at 1% per annum in the amount of 10.8 million tenge (2500 MCI) for district centers and 8.7 million tenge (2000 MCI) for rural settlements. points.Within the framework of the project, in 2025, lifting allowances were issued to 422 specialists in the amount of 165.9 million tenge, budget loans to 153 specialists in the amount of 1,309.6 million tenge. In 2026, it is planned to issue budget loans to 110 specialists in the amount of 1 083.4 million tenge, lifting allowances to 435 specialists in the amount of 188.1 million tenge.For more information, please contact the economic departments of the districts.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-ekonomika-zhosparlau/press/news/details/1296256?lang=ru

ANNOUNCEMENT US$76.11 million has been allocated to Kazakhstanis under the National Fund for Children program Between February 1, 2024, and September 1, 2026, a total of 365,553 citizens received targeted savings (TS) payouts under the National Fund for Children program, amounting to approximately US$76.11 million.From the beginning of 2026 through September 1, 170,156 citizens received TS payouts totaling US$44.84 million. Of this number, 119,279 Kazakhstanis received over US$31.00 million for housing improvements, while 50,877 received US$13.83 million for education expenses.The funds were transferred to authorized operators for subsequent crediting to the applicants' bank accounts. Recipients have the right to use either the full amount or a portion of it. Any unclaimed funds remain in the targeted savings account (TSA) for 10 years. After this period, the unused balance is transferred to the beneficiary's individual pension savings account, where it is recorded as voluntary pension contributions.The most popular option for improving housing conditions was topping up housing construction savings accounts for further accumulation: payments totaling US$30.51 million were made to 117,712 recipients. Additionally, US$183.65 thousand was paid to 788 young Kazakhstanis for down payments on mortgage loans to purchase homes, while US$102.17 thousand was paid to 437 Kazakhstanis for the outright purchase of housing via civil-law transactions (final settlement).Regarding the use of targeted savings for education, the largest share of funds was allocated to pay for educational services provided by institutions within the Republic of Kazakhstan—either in installments (per academic period or school year) or as a single lump-sum payment (covering the entire course of study); 47,584 citizens received a total of US$12.96 million under this category.The following services were also in demand: topping up educational savings accounts under the relevant agreements—funds totaling US$587.56 thousand were transferred to 2,309 recipients; additionally, US$220.44 thousand was disbursed to 861 citizens to cover educational services provided by foreign educational institutions, either in installments (per academic period or academic year) or as a lump-sum payment (for the entire duration of study). It should be noted that the accrual of targeted requirements ceases upon the death of a participant or the entry into legal force of a court decision declaring them deceased. To claim targeted entitlements /TS following the death of a participant or recipient, heirs may apply to the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund (UAPF) in accordance with the procedure established by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan.As of September 1, 2026, payments totaling 74.46 thousand US dollars have been made to heirs, with 226 citizens receiving the funds.Detailed information on TS payouts for housing improvement and/or education expenses, broken down by authorized operators and regions, is available on the enpf.kz website.  It is worth noting that, based on the results for 2025, a payment of $130.71 per child was credited to Kazakhstani children; for 2024, the amount was $129.38; and for 2023, it was $100.52.Funds from the National Fund are credited annually to children under the age of 18 in the form of targeted allocations. Under the law, the amounts credited to young Kazakhstanis remain part of the National Fund’s assets and continue to be invested. Thanks to this ongoing investment, the value of each child's targeted requirements grows annually through the generated investment income.As a result, the total accumulated value of all targeted requirements (including the investment income added each year) for a child participating in the program: - - three years, amounted to 370 dollars 56 cents;- two years, amounted to 263 dollars 93 cents;- one year, amounted to 130 dollars 71 cents.  Parents and other legal representatives can verify a child's participation in the program using the child's IIN (Individual Identification Number) via the kids.enpf.kz website, the personal account section of the eGov.kz e-government portal, as well as the eGov Mobile app and the mobile apps of certain second-tier banks. If information regarding the targeted allocations accrued to children for the 2025 reporting year is not displayed, it is necessary to update the documents within the mobile apps by following this path: in the eGov Mobile app: "Digital Documents" – "Family" – "Refresh document list" – "National Fund accruals";in mobile apps of second-tier banks, for example, Kaspi.kz: "Government Services" – "All documents" – "Refresh document list" – "National Fund accruals". The absence of information regarding the accrual of targeted requirements for children who have reached or will reach the age of 18 this year in the legal representative's personal account is due to the fact that these entitlements have acquired "TS" status; consequently, access to information about them is granted directly to the TS recipient (the individual who has reached or will reach the age of 18 in 2026). These individuals must independently access information about their TS via their personal accounts on the UAPF or e-government websites so that, upon turning 18, they can contact an authorized operator to open a US dollar bank account and submit an online application for the TS payout to improve housing conditions and/or pay for education. Currently, the authorized operators are:Otbasy Bank JSC (for housing and education),Halyk Bank of Kazakhstan JSC (for education),Bank CenterCredit JSC (for education). Statistics regarding minors participating in the targeted entitlements program, adult TS recipients, and the use of TS funds for housing and/or education are available on the enpf.kz website. You can review the program terms and obtain instructions and answers to your questions on the kids.enpf.kz website. You can also view video commentary and instructions on the topic on the БЖЗҚЕНПФ YouTube channel:video commentary by Zh.B. Kurmanov, the Chairman of the Executive Board of UAPF JSC:https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=30CdPWl6dv0Video commentary by M.T. Sharipov, Managing Director of UAPF JSC:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APg2vATmMk0"Q&A" video commentary 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 on 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/vko-altai/press/news/details/1296231?lang=ru

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Between February 1, 2024, and September 1, 2026, a total of 365,553 citizens received targeted savings (TS) payouts under the National Fund for Children program, amounting to approximately US$76.11 million.From the beginning of 2026 through September 1, 170,156 citizens received TS payouts totaling US$44.84 million. Of this number, 119,279 Kazakhstanis received over US$31.00 million for housing improvements, while 50,877 received US$13.83 million for education expenses.The funds were transferred to authorized operators for subsequent crediting to the applicants' bank accounts. Recipients have the right to use either the full amount or a portion of it. Any unclaimed funds remain in the targeted savings account (TSA) for 10 years. After this period, the unused balance is transferred to the beneficiary's individual pension savings account, where it is recorded as voluntary pension contributions.The most popular option for improving housing conditions was topping up housing construction savings accounts for further accumulation: payments totaling US$30.51 million were made to 117,712 recipients. Additionally, US$183.65 thousand was paid to 788 young Kazakhstanis for down payments on mortgage loans to purchase homes, while US$102.17 thousand was paid to 437 Kazakhstanis for the outright purchase of housing via civil-law transactions (final settlement).Regarding the use of targeted savings for education, the largest share of funds was allocated to pay for educational services provided by institutions within the Republic of Kazakhstan—either in installments (per academic period or school year) or as a single lump-sum payment (covering the entire course of study); 47,584 citizens received a total of US$12.96 million under this category.The following services were also in demand: topping up educational savings accounts under the relevant agreements—funds totaling US$587.56 thousand were transferred to 2,309 recipients; additionally, US$220.44 thousand was disbursed to 861 citizens to cover educational services provided by foreign educational institutions, either in installments (per academic period or academic year) or as a lump-sum payment (for the entire duration of study). It should be noted that the accrual of targeted requirements ceases upon the death of a participant or the entry into legal force of a court decision declaring them deceased. To claim targeted entitlements /TS following the death of a participant or recipient, heirs may apply to the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund (UAPF) in accordance with the procedure established by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan.As of September 1, 2026, payments totaling 74.46 thousand US dollars have been made to heirs, with 226 citizens receiving the funds.Detailed information on TS payouts for housing improvement and/or education expenses, broken down by authorized operators and regions, is available on the enpf.kz website.It is worth noting that, based on the results for 2025, a payment of $130.71 per child was credited to Kazakhstani children; for 2024, the amount was $129.38; and for 2023, it was $100.52.Funds from the National Fund are credited annually to children under the age of 18 in the form of targeted allocations. Under the law, the amounts credited to young Kazakhstanis remain part of the National Fund’s assets and continue to be invested. Thanks to this ongoing investment, the value of each child's targeted requirements grows annually through the generated investment income.As a result, the total accumulated value of all targeted requirements (including the investment income added each year) for a child participating in the program:- - three years, amounted to 370 dollars 56 cents;- two years, amounted to 263 dollars 93 cents;- one year, amounted to 130 dollars 71 cents.Parents and other legal representatives can verify a child's participation in the program using the child's IIN (Individual Identification Number) via the kids.enpf.kz website, the personal account section of the eGov.kz e-government portal, as well as the eGov Mobile app and the mobile apps of certain second-tier banks.If information regarding the targeted allocations accrued to children for the 2025 reporting year is not displayed, it is necessary to update the documents within the mobile apps by following this path:in the eGov Mobile app: "Digital Documents" – "Family" – "Refresh document list" – "National Fund accruals";in mobile apps of second-tier banks, for example, Kaspi.kz: "Government Services" – "All documents" – "Refresh document list" – "National Fund accruals".The absence of information regarding the accrual of targeted requirements for children who have reached or will reach the age of 18 this year in the legal representative's personal account is due to the fact that these entitlements have acquired "TS" status; consequently, access to information about them is granted directly to the TS recipient (the individual who has reached or will reach the age of 18 in 2026). These individuals must independently access information about their TS via their personal accounts on the UAPF or e-government websites so that, upon turning 18, they can contact an authorized operator to open a US dollar bank account and submit an online application for the TS payout to improve housing conditions and/or pay for education. Currently, the authorized operators are:Otbasy Bank JSC (for housing and education),Halyk Bank of Kazakhstan JSC (for education),Bank CenterCredit JSC (for education). Statistics regarding minors participating in the targeted entitlements program, adult TS recipients, and the use of TS funds for housing and/or education are available on the enpf.kz website. You can review the program terms and obtain instructions and answers to your questions on the kids.enpf.kz website. You can also view video commentary and instructions on the topic on the БЖЗҚЕНПФ YouTube channel:video commentary by Zh.B. Kurmanov, the Chairman of the Executive Board of UAPF JSC:https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=30CdPWl6dv0Video commentary by M.T. Sharipov, Managing Director of UAPF JSC:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APg2vATmMk0"Q&A" video commentary 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 on the implementation of the National Fund for Children program:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqeT41rWecAhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNBSS1VHdWUUAPF 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/abay/press/news/details/1296152?lang=ru

On September 21, a raid was conducted to identify and remove illegal graffiti advertising narcotic substances.Participants in the event included representatives from the prosecutor's office and the Aktobe Region Police Department, students, specialists from the city's youth resource center, and project volunteers.During the raid, illegal graffiti advertising drugs was identified in public areas, and efforts were made to remove it.The event was held under a state social contract commissioned by the Aktobe Region Department for Youth Policy Affairs.The primary goal of the initiative was to prevent the spread of illegal drug advertising, promote a healthy lifestyle among young people, and ensure public safety.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe-zhastar1/press/news/details/1296069?lang=ru

On September 17, 2026, the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Mexico held a presentation on Kazakhstan’s investment and economic opportunities for representatives of federal and local government authorities, the business community, and non-governmental organizations. The event also attracted interest from staff members of foreign diplomatic missions.Kazakhstan remains relatively little-known to the Mexican population. Getting to know our country often begins through Kazakhstan’s vibrant cultural and sporting projects. In particular, there is considerable excitement in Mexico surrounding Dimash Qudaibergen’s upcoming concerts in November.In this regard, Ambassador Almurat Turganbekov expressed his special appreciation to Maribel Martinez Ruiz, Chair of the Friendship Group of the Chamber of Deputies of the Mexican General Congress, for her support in organizing a series of events in connection with the upcoming concert.The world-renowned professional boxing star Gennady “GGG” Golovkin enjoys great popularity.The talent of world No. 1 tennis player Elena Rybakina has also won many fans.As part of the presentation, the Embassy informed the guests that Kazakhstan, as the heir to the civilization of the Great Steppe, has a rich history dating back many centuries.Our country is pursuing a targeted policy aimed at both improving its domestic political structure and modernizing the economy and investment climate.In particular, the participants were briefed on the key outcomes of the political reforms introduced following the adoption of the country’s new Constitution.At the same time, the Embassy presented major national projects aimed at developing transport infrastructure along key international corridors passing through Kazakhstan, further advancing digitalization and the adoption of artificial intelligence across various sectors, as well as the construction of the new smart city of Alatau City.Moreover, examples of the development of bilateral trade with Mexico and other countries of North and South America in recent years clearly demonstrated that distance is not a significant obstacle. In today’s world, seeking new opportunities is a key condition for maintaining stability and competitiveness, particularly amid disruptions to traditional supply chains.In this regard, Kazakhstan is one of the countries with which expanding comprehensive ties offers additional opportunities.Representatives of government and business circles expressed interest in cooperation. Particular attention was drawn to the potential for introducing Kazakhstani e-government technologies in Mexico, as well as expanding bilateral trade. Mexican entrepreneurs see potential in supplying Kazakhstan with locally produced varieties of coffee and avocados.There are also certain expectations regarding the export of Kazakhstani grain to Latin American countries.Following the presentation, the participants began developing specific projects in cooperation with Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-mexico/press/news/details/1296040?lang=ru

The importance of preserving the shared historical and cultural heritage was highlighted as a key factor in further strengthening cultural and humanitarian ties between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-samarkand/press/news/details/1296031?lang=ru

New York, September 21, 2026 – As part of his working visit to the United States, Special Representative of the President of Kazakhstan Erzhan Kazykhan met with representatives of the U.S. expert and business communities. The event was jointly hosted by the Embassy of Kazakhstan in the United States and the Atlantic Council.The discussion focused on Kazakhstan’s political and economic transformation, as well as prospects for further advancing the Enhanced Strategic Partnership between Kazakhstan and the United States.Speaking at the event, Erzhan Kazykhan highlighted Kazakhstan’s key economic modernization priorities, including the development of transport and digital infrastructure and the country’s deeper integration into global value chains. He also addressed opportunities to expand cooperation with the United States in energy, critical minerals, artificial intelligence and advanced technologies, as well as prospects for the further development of the Middle Corridor.The Special Representative noted that Kazakhstan, as the world’s largest producer of uranium and one of the key suppliers of this resource to the U.S. market, seeks to expand cooperation with the United States across the entire value chain – from extraction and processing to the production of high-value-added goods, technology transfer, and industrial cooperation.Turning to Kazakhstan’s political modernization, Ambassador Kazykhan highlighted the institutional reforms being implemented under President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s concept of a “Strong President – Influential Parliament – Accountable Government,” as well as the key provisions of the new Constitution adopted through a nationwide referendum. He also presented the “Taza Kazakhstan” initiative as an important element in fostering a culture of civic responsibility and environmental stewardship.The event concluded with a Q&A session, during which participants exchanged views on key aspects of Kazakhstan-U.S. cooperation and the regionalSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-washington/press/news/details/1296038?lang=ru

Two Kazakh major cities have entered the top 300 of the Global Cities Index 2026, compiled by Oxford Economics. Among 1,000 cities worldwide, Almaty ranked 265th, while Astana placed 281st. The Kazakh cities performed especially well in terms of human capital.Kazakh major cities became leaders among Central Asian cities and ranked higher than many large cities in the post-Soviet space.Almaty and Astana achieved particularly high positions in the human capital indicator. Almaty ranked 66th in the world, while Astana placed 98th, ahead of many world capitals, including Ankara, Warsaw, Prague, Tallinn and Moscow.When assessing human capital, Oxford Economics takes into account the scale and quality of a city’s talent pool, the level of skills and education, the state of the labor market, as well as the ability to attract, develop and retain qualified specialists.In terms of the economic indicator, Astana ranked higher than Almaty: the capital placed 264th, while Almaty ranked 288th.In addition to the economy and human capital, Oxford Economics considers quality of life, the environment and governance. Each of the five indicators is assessed separately, after which the overall city ranking is formed.Oxford Economics describes the index as a tool for comparing the strengths and weaknesses of the world’s largest cities. The study uses economic forecasts and standardized qualitative data, so the ranking takes into account not only the current position of cities, but also their prospects.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-bratislava/press/news/details/1296026?lang=ru

V okviru republiške okoljske kampanje "Taza Kazahstan" je vodja države skupaj z mladinskimi predstavniki in ekoaktivisti sodeloval pri sajenju dreves v predsedniškem parku. Nato je predsednik nagovoril udeležence dogodka. Kasim-Jomart Tokajev je izrazil iskreno hvaležnost državljanom, ki aktivno sodelujejo v nacionalni kampanji "Taza Kazahstan". - Zame so mladi, ki prispevajo k tako plemenitim prizadevanjem, pravi domoljubi. Resnična ljubezen do domovine in domovine se vedno začne z majhno stvarjo – s skrbjo za svoj dom, vas in mesto. """"Ni naključje, da ljudski pregovor pravi:" Bir tal kessen, on je tal ek " ("če posekaš eno drevo, posadiš deset"). Skrb za naravo, skrb za okolje – te visoke lastnosti so sestavni del življenjskega sloga našega naroda. Naši predniki so nam jih pustili kot neprecenljivo zapuščino in dobro oporoko. Ta načela vedenja državljanov so bila priznana in določena v naši novi ustavi. To je poseben družbeni in zgodovinski pomen nacionalnega projekta "Taza Kazahstan", ki ga vsi izvajamo. "Taza Kazahstan" je ključ do naše svetle prihodnosti. To ni samo slogan, je glavna pot do svetle prihodnosti naše države," je poudaril vodja države.Med dogodkom je predsednik slišal poročila vodij odgovornih vladnih služb.Župan Astane Ženis Kasimbek je poročal o delu na integriranem urejanju krajine in olepševanju prestolnice. Po njegovih besedah je bilo v Astani v zadnjih letih urejenih približno 500 dvorišč in javnih prostorov, do konca letošnjega leta pa naj bi opremili več kot 170 dvorišč in javnih površin, vključno s parki, trgi in bulvarji.Kasim-Jomart Tokajev je bil obveščen o oblikovanju enotnega sistema javnih in rekreacijskih prostorov ob reki Jesil. V okviru teh del se načrtuje ustvarjanje neprekinjene Zelene poti, ki bo združevala parke, sprehajalne in športne površine v različnih delih mesta.Minister za ekologijo in naravne vire Alibek Kuantirov je dejal, da je bilo v letih izvajanja pobude "Taza Kazahstan" po vsej državi izvedenih več kot 2 tisoč okoljskih ukrepov, med katerimi je bilo zbranih več kot 3,8 milijona ton odpadkov in odstranjenih približno 10 tisoč odlagališč.Po obisku predsedniškega parka se je vodja države seznanil z napredkom urejanja okolice aleje "Minžildik" in druge stopnje linearnega parka GreenLine.Predsednik je županu Astane Ženisu Kasimbeku naročil, naj sprejme stroge ukrepe proti ljudem, ki poskušajo stene javnih zgradb pobarvati s tako imenovanimi grafiti. Vodja države je prepričan, da tega v kazahstanskih mestih ne bi smeli dovoliti in da bi bilo treba sprejeti zakonodajne in regulativne ukrepe za popolno prepoved takšne "ustvarjalnosti", ki občinska ozemlja po vsem svetu iznakaže kot manifestacije vandalizma in zlonamernega huliganstva. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-ljubljana/press/news/details/1296010?lang=ru

Helsinki, 21 September 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Finland Azamat Abdraimov held a meeting with Salla Tammi, Director of the Oodi Central Library in Helsinki. The meeting focused on prospects for developing cultural and professional cooperation between Kazakhstan and Finland.Opened in the centre of Helsinki in 2018, Oodi is a prominent example of a modern library that combines traditional library services with cultural, educational and public spaces. Its innovative concept has gained wide international recognition.Particular attention was given to promoting Kazakh literature and culture in Finland. The sides noted that fostering a culture of reading and building a «reading nation» is one of Kazakhstan’s key national priorities, with President of Kazakhstan K.Tokayev placing particular emphasis on this area. In this context, the sides discussed the possibility of establishing a collection of Kazakh-language books at Oodi, which would provide Finnish readers with an opportunity to discover Kazakhstan’s literary heritage and contemporary literature.The meeting also addressed prospects for the exchange of expertise between Oodi and libraries in Kazakhstan, including in the areas of digitalisation, modern library services, and the development of libraries as open public and cultural spaces.The sides expressed their interest in continuing the dialogue and developing concrete initiatives aimed at further strengthening cultural and humanitarian ties between Kazakhstan and Finland.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-helsinki/press/news/details/1295996?lang=ru

The Kazakhstan delegation headed by Deputy Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan Dauren Kenbeil, is taking part in the 11th Moscow Financial Forum which is being held at the Manege Central Exhibition Hall.The Moscow Financial Forum is an annual professional platform for discussing pressing issues related to financial and economic policy, the development of public finances, and the financial market. The forum has been held since 2016 and brings together representatives of government bodies, financial institutions, businesses, and the scientific and expert communities. The organizers are the Ministry of Finance of the Russian Federation and the Government of Moscow.The main theme of the forum in 2026 is: “A sustainable financial system — the foundation for national development.” The business programme includes a plenary session and 16 thematic sessions covering issues of budgetary sustainability, financial market development, attracting investment, digital transformation of public administration, the use of artificial intelligence, and improving financial mechanisms to support the economy. Dauren Kenbeil, Vice Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, took part in the forum’s key plenary session. The discussion focuses on approaches to developing a sustainable financial policy in the context of global uncertainty, improving the efficiency of budget expenditures, and creating mechanisms that promote structural transformation and long‑term economic development.Representatives of the Kazakh delegation are also taking part in the forum’s thematic and expert sessions. The agenda includes international financial cooperation, development of investment cooperation, implementation of automation and artificial intelligence technologies in the field of public procurement, as well as issues related to regional development and budgetary sustainability. Participation in the Moscow Financial Forum provides an opportunity to exchange experience and professional practices in the field of public finance management, discuss modern approaches to the digitalization of financial processes, and strengthen cooperation with foreign colleagues.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/1295980?lang=ru

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On September 18, Akmola region hosted the Open Day of the Damu FoundationOpen Day in Akmola region gathered 183 participants.Entrepreneurs learned about government support tools, financing conditions and opportunities for business development. The specialists also individually reviewed the projects of the participants and advised on specific issues.This format allows entrepreneurs to get the necessary information in one place.Employees of the Department of State Revenues in Akmola region Shynar Musina and Mariyam Kusainova, who took part in the event, provided competent answers to questions from business representatives.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1295958?lang=ru