Leuven, 17 April 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Belgium Roman Vassilenko visited the Institute for Sustainable Metals and Minerals of KU Leuven (SIM²), where he held a meeting with its Director, Professor Peter Tom Jones, and got acquainted with the activities of the SOLVOMET Research & Innovation Centre.The parties discussed prospects for developing cooperation in the fields of critical raw materials, sustainable metallurgy, circular economy, and resource processing. Particular attention was paid to the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding between Kazakhstan and the European Union on a Strategic Partnership in Sustainable Raw Materials, Batteries and Renewable Hydrogen, signed in 2022, as well as the corresponding Roadmap for 2025-2026.The Ambassador noted that Kazakhstan plays a key role in ensuring global resource security, producing 21 out of the 34 critical raw materials identified by the European Union. It was emphasized that the country possesses more than 9,000 deposits of 103 types of mineral resources and already supplies copper, chromium, titanium, phosphorus, beryllium, tantalum, and manganese to the European market.In this regard, special attention was given to the EU Critical Raw Materials Value Chains Facility (CRM Facility), implemented with the support of the European Commission. It was noted that Kazakhstan’s participation in this initiative will open additional opportunities for attracting investment, introducing advanced processing technologies, and integrating into global supply chains, including cooperation with European industry.Vassilenko emphasized the importance of introducing modern raw material processing technologies, including the extraction of rare elements, as well as the recycling of mining and metallurgical waste and tailings. The Kazakh side also expressed interest in attracting advanced European technologies and expertise, including developments from KU Leuven and the SOLVOMET Centre.During the visit, the Ambassador was introduced to the research infrastructure of SIM² and SOLVOMET, including hydrometallurgy laboratories, solvent extraction facilities, and pilot-scale metal processing units. It was noted that the centre’s activities are aimed at developing closed-loop production cycles and reducing the carbon footprint of industry.The parties also discussed the joint participation of Kazakh and European research organizations in EU programmes, including Horizon Europe.Following the meeting, the parties confirmed their mutual interest in strengthening scientific, technological, and industrial cooperation, including the implementation of joint research projects, technology transfer, and capacity building.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brussels/press/news/details/1203655?lang=kk

Moscow, 17 April 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev took part in the regular meeting of Foreign Ministers in the “Central Asia - Russia” format.During the meeting, the parties reviewed progress in implementing the agreements reached following the Second Central Asia – Russia Summit held in October 2025 in Dushanbe. The agenda covered key areas of cooperation in trade, energy, transport and logistics. The ministers also exchanged views on pressing international issues and regional security.“The combination of the economic potential of Central Asia and Russia opens long-term prospects for strengthening a comprehensive partnership, creating a solid foundation for future achievements and new horizons of cooperation,” said Minister Kosherbayev in his remarks.According to the results of last year, the region’s total trade turnover with Russia increased by 6.5 percent and reached approximately 50 billion US dollars, with more than half of this volume accounted for by Kazakhstan. Alongside growing trade, investment cooperation and industrial collaboration have also continued to expand steadily. In Kazakhstan alone, a portfolio of 177 joint projects with Russia has been formed with a total investment volume of more than $ 55 billion, of which 122 projects have already been implemented. This clearly demonstrates the scale and substantive nature of economic cooperation within the Central Asia – Russia format.The Kazakh Foreign Minister particularly emphasized the relevance of regional security issues, noting that contemporary challenges and threats are becoming increasingly complex and require coordinated responses.“In these circumstances, particular importance is attached to coordinating efforts to counter terrorism, extremism, transnational organized crime, drug trafficking, illicit arms trade and illegal migration,” Minister Kosherbayev noted.Special attention was also given to the humanitarian dimension, including education, culture and people-to-people ties, which remain one of the solid pillars of cooperation between Central Asia and Russia.Following the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening multifaceted cooperation within the Central Asia – Russia format, noting its key role in ensuring sustainable regional development, and expressed readiness for the consistent implementation of the agreements reached.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1203641?lang=kk

Президент Касым-Жомарт Токаев принял участие в панельной сессии «Mapping Tomorrow, Managing Uncertainties» Анталийского дипломатического форума. Модератором мероприятия выступил депутат Парламента Турецкой Республики, бывший министр иностранных дел Мевлют Чавушоглу.В начале своего выступления Глава государства особо отметил роль Президента Реджепа Тайипа Эрдогана, под руководством которого Турция укрепляет свои позиции в качестве авторитетного участника международных отношений.– Прежде всего, я хотел бы отметить ведущую роль, которую играет в этой части мира Турция под руководством выдающегося лидера Реджепа Тайипа Эрдогана. Считаю, что наши страны могут сыграть очень позитивную, я бы сказал, значительную роль в решении наиболее острых проблем, которые, к сожалению, периодически возникают в нашем регионе. Пользуясь случаем, хотел бы отметить, мы с нетерпением ожидаем приезд Президента Эрдогана с государственным визитом в Казахстан в следующем месяце, – сказал Касым-Жомарт Токаев.Затем Президент Казахстана поделился своим видением основных тенденций и вызовов, стоящих перед мировым сообществом в 2026 году и формирующих международную повестку на ближайшую перспективу.– Дипломаты, политики привыкли говорить, что все человечество находится на перепутье. Я помню, как бывший Генеральный секретарь ООН Кофи Аннан часто повторял: «Да, мы по-прежнему находимся на перепутье». И это никогда не изменится, если речь идет о снижении международной напряженности. Региональные конфликты сегодня выходят далеко за рамки регионов, они уже стали глобальными. Конечно, ООН – незаменимая, универсальная организация, и на каждое государство возлагается определенная ответственность. Все говорят о необходимости поддержки ООН. Это факт. Но все говорят и о том, что Организацию нужно не только поддерживать, но и реформировать. Да, это правда. Но будем предельно откровенными. Никто не верит, что это произойдет очень скоро, так как мы уже давно заявляем о реформах, изменениях и переформатировании ООН, но этого не происходит. Мы должны честно признать, что именно Совет Безопасности является главным элементом для реформирования ООН, – отметил Глава государства.Отвечая на вопрос модератора, Касым-Жомарт Токаев перечислил качества, которые должны быть присущи современным лидерам.– Считаю, что глобальные лидеры, а также руководители отдельных государств в разных регионах должны, в первую очередь, ответственно подходить к вопросам международной безопасности и мира. В наши дни стратегическая сдержанность играет чрезвычайно важную роль. Выход из сложившейся ситуации в этом очень сложном и даже парадоксальном мире, на мой взгляд, прост. Нужно быть более ответственным и проявлять сдержанность, – подчеркнул Президент Казахстана.Глава нашего государства высказал свою оценку событий на Ближнем Востоке. По его мнению, необходимо сосредоточиться на ключевых вопросах переговорного процесса.– Я бы посоветовал проявлять большую сознательность в отношении того, что происходит в мире. Например, все обсуждают Иран. Конечно, там сложилась серьезная ситуация. Трудно давать какие-либо комментарии по этому поводу. Казахстан выразил солидарность со странами Залива. Мы призвали все государства проявить стратегическую сдержанность и прекратить военные действия. Все ощутили на себе негативные последствия этого конфликта. Прежде всего, сильно пострадала экономика. Сегодня все говорят о свободном передвижении судов по Ормузскому проливу. Но мы должны учитывать тот факт, что до конфликта данный морской коридор был открыт для свободной торговли. Поэтому мы должны сосредоточиться на сути проблемы. А суть проблемы заключается в распространении ядерных технологий и ядерного оружия. И эта проблема должна быть центральной темой переговоров, когда речь идет о конфликте вокруг Ирана. Но сейчас мы переключились на обсуждение вопросов глобальной торговли. Вопреки всему глобальная торговля растет. Только в прошлом году рост составил 2,5%. Так что с торговлей в мире не все так плохо. Но качество и содержание торговли – это большая проблема, – сказал Касым-Жомарт Токаев.Президент призвал ответственно подойти к вопросу реформирования ООН, указав на то, что одной из причин кризиса Организации является позиции постоянных членов Совета Безопасности.– На мой взгляд, мы должны быть максимально прагматичными, когда заявляем о необходимости реформирования ООН. Иначе мы будем бесконечно говорить о перепутье, о стратегических ценностях и других вопросах. Мы проводим множество глобальных и региональных встреч, конференций и так далее. Хочу также подчеркнуть важную и позитивную роль так называемых средних держав, к которым относятся Казахстан, Турция и другие страны. Конечно, я не собираюсь хвалиться, что мы лучшие в мире. Но мы демонстрируем высокий уровень ответственности в отношении глобальных процессов – как на практике, так и в дипломатии. Поэтому не будет преувеличением сказать, что сегодня средние державы зачастую проявляют большую ответственность, чем крупные, представленные в Совете Безопасности, которые, к сожалению, нередко блокируют решение ключевых глобальных проблем, – подчеркнул Глава государства.Предваряя очередной вопрос, Мевлют Чавушоглу напомнил о богатом дипломатическом опыте Касым-Жомарта Токаева.– Президент Токаев является одним из мировых лидеров, он знает международную систему и, в частности, Организацию Объединенных Наций. Вы знаете, он занимал пост заместителя Генерального секретаря Организации Объединенных Наций. В это время я был Председателем Парламентской ассамблеи Совета Европы. Неустанно трудясь во благо братского Казахстана, нашего братского народа, он также делает все возможное, чтобы сделать международную систему более эффективной и более актуальной, – отметил модератор.Далее Глава государства представил свое видение будущего ООН и других международных институтов.– Мы говорим о региональных и глобальных конфликтах, но в то же время, возможно, Вы как бывший министр иностранных дел Турции уже заметили, что все основные переговоры проходят за пределами площадки ООН и других крупных международных структур. Люди встречаются в определенных столицах, в отдельных конференц-залах, но не в стенах ООН. Мы не видим, чтобы высокие представители ООН выступали посредниками в этих конфликтах. Это серьезная проблема. Речь идет о снижении роли ООН. Я очень обеспокоен этим, поскольку сам работал в системе ООН и других международных организациях. Сейчас все обсуждают, кто станет следующим Генеральным секретарем ООН. Считаю, что это не так важно. Самое главное – выживет ли вся система в том виде, в каком она существует, – убежден Президент.Касым-Жомарт Токаев призвал изучить влияние искусственного интеллекта на деятельность международных организаций и отметил необходимость кардинального реформирования глобальной Организации.– Я только что упомянул, что это выглядит весьма странно и, возможно, даже нелепо, но именно Совет Безопасности препятствует решению важнейших международных вопросов. Люди, дипломаты или политики, вынуждены вести переговоры в рамках других площадок. Кстати, эту проблему весьма красноречиво затронул Президент Дональд Трамп в сентябре прошлого года на сессии Генеральной Ассамблеи, и я полностью с ним согласен. Он раскритиковал неработающий телесуфлер и эскалатор в штаб-квартире ООН, заявив, что в ООН все сломано. Но самая серьезная проблема заключается в том, что весь процесс поддержания мира нарушен как в Организации Объединенных Наций, так и в других структурах. Я являюсь убежденным сторонником многосторонней дипломатии и по-прежнему верю в светлое будущее человечества, сплоченного вокруг идеи справедливости как центрального элемента укрепления мира, – заявил Глава государства.По его мнению, ООН необходимо избавляться от не соответствующих времени идей и установок.– Организация была создана 80 лет назад, и правы те, кто утверждает, что она устарела и даже пришла в упадок. Нам нужно обратить внимание на содержание Устава ООН, в котором упоминаются так называемые «вражеские государства». Да, 80 лет назад все было совершенно ясно. Сегодня же так называемые «вражеские государства» играют чрезвычайно важную роль в поддержке и финансировании Организации и в содействии процессу поддержания мира. Самое главное – повысить уровень эффективности и авторитет ООН, – полагает Президент.Затем Касым-Жомарт Токаев остановился на важной роли превентивной дипломатии в деле предотвращения конфликтов.– Этот вопрос обсуждается уже много лет, по крайней мере, последние 30 лет. Но ничего не происходит, кроме очень красивых выступлений, деклараций и так далее. Считаю, нам необходимо сосредоточиться на мерах по прогнозированию региональных или глобальных конфликтов, это и есть превентивная дипломатия. Одновременно мы должны объединить усилия по поддержке эффективной многосторонней дипломатии, – подытожил свое выступление Глава государства.Президент Северной Македонии Гордана Силяновска-Давкова в ходе дискуссии поддержала призыв Касым-Жомарта Токаева о необходимости уделить особое внимание в работе ООН превентивной дипломатии.– Позвольте мне еще раз отметить, что и Организация Объединенных Наций, и Европейский Союз возникли как проекты мира. Оба в некотором смысле потерпели неудачу, столкнувшись с войной. Почему? Потому что не было превентивной дипломатии. Г-н Токаев упомянул и превентивную, и проактивную дипломатию. Это то, чего нам так не хватает – рациональной модели принятия политических решений, – заявила лидер Северной Македонии.В панельной дискуссии также принял участие Премьер-министр Грузии Ираклий Кобахидзе.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-strasbourg/press/news/details/1203625?lang=kk

      On April 17, 2026, a conference titled “Tax Administration in Accordance with the New Tax Code” was held in Astana, organized by the Taxpayers Association of New Kazakhstan in conjunction with the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the State Revenue Committee.     The event served as a platform for open dialogue between government agencies, the expert community, and business representatives on the implementation of new approaches in the tax sphere. Participants were briefed on key legislative changes and their practical application, and were introduced to tools designed to simplify interactions with tax authorities.       Opening remarks were delivered by Zhandos Duisembiev, Chairman of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Zhannat Yertlesova, Chairwoman of the Governing Council of the New Kazakhstan Taxpayers Association. In their speeches, they emphasized the importance of establishing a transparent, understandable, and taxpayer-oriented system.      During the conference, Zhandos Duisembiev and the heads of the Committee’s departments presented key areas for the development of tax administration. These include improving its principles, digitizing processes and developing online services, introducing a pre-filled VAT return service, applying international tax instruments, including the Multilateral Instrument (MLI), as well as updated approaches to desk audits.      In his report, Zhandos Duisembiev provided a detailed overview of the five principles of tax administration: proactive support rather than control (44 types of push notifications, a “clean slate” program that has written off 7.7 billion tenge in penalties and fines), predictability (30% reduction in reporting forms, VAT refunds within 15 days for all), technological maturity (SDF: 78 data sources, pre-filled tax returns), risk-based approach (horizontal monitoring of 109.7 billion tenge without audits, the “KEDEN” IS 12 electronic customs services) and a level playing field (the shadow economy decreased from 23.7% to 16.7% of GDP).      Particular attention was paid to digitalization, which reduces the administrative burden, minimizes errors in reporting, and makes tax procedures more convenient and understandable.      Specifically, certain procedures are being simplified; for example, failure to file reports is now treated as a zero return, and the deadlines for filing notifications have been extended. A service-oriented administration model is also being developed, which includes pre-filled tax returns, horizontal monitoring, and digital tools for self-assessment of tax risks.      Anuar Suleimenov, Deputy Chairman of the State Tax Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, presented the digitalization architecture (ISNA, KEDEN IS). Muratbek Musin, Director of the State Tax Committee Department of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, demonstrated the VAT return pre-filling service in action. Sanzhar Moldabekov, Head of the Department at the State Tax Committee, explained the application of the Multilateral Convention (MLI) against base erosion. Bektas Adilgaliev, Head of the Department at the State Tax Committee of the Ministry of Finance, presented new mechanisms for desk-based control with an emphasis on notifications rather than sanctions.       The conference was held in an interactive format; after each presentation, participants could ask questions and receive clarifications on the most relevant topics.       Following the meeting, it was noted that the introduction of new approaches and services is aimed at improving tax literacy, reducing barriers to business, and establishing an effective and transparent tax administration system.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1203548?lang=kk

Astana-Madrid, 16 April 2026. An online meeting was held between the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Ministry of Health of the Kingdom of Spain, organized within the framework of the agreements reached following the visit of Vice Minister of Health A. Rustemova to Spain.During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for bilateral cooperation in preventive medicine, family support, and the strengthening of primary health care (PHC). The Kazakh side expressed interest in learning from Spain’s experience in implementing preventive programs, intersectoral coordination, and modern approaches to promoting child health.Particular attention was given to the development of PHC as the foundation of a sustainable healthcare system. The parties also highlighted the importance of cooperation within the Global Coalition on PHC, which Spain has joined in support of Kazakhstan’s initiative.Following the meeting, both sides confirmed their mutual interest in further developing cooperation and continuing expert-level dialogue.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-madrid/press/news/details/1203557?lang=kk

Moscow, April 17, 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev attended the meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Commonwealth of Independent States.“This year marks the 35th anniversary of the establishment of the CIS and the signing of the Almaty Declaration. Today, it can be confidently stated that thanks to the adoption of the Almaty Agreement, a fundamentally new paradigm of peace, cooperation and good-neighbourliness was formed in our region,” said the Kazakh Foreign Minister.The Minister also stressed that despite the complex geopolitical environment, an atmosphere of stability and cooperation continues to prevail across the CIS area. The steady expansion of trade, development of industrial cooperation, and growing transport connectivity help mitigate external shocks and create new sources of growth.“Further strengthening coordination and cooperation within the CIS meets our fundamental interests and remains an important factor in ensuring the sustainable development of the Commonwealth states,” he added.Minister Kosherbayev presented Kazakhstan’s position on various aspects of cooperation within the CIS and put forward a number of proposals aimed at the further development of the Organization.During the meeting, participants discussed current regional and international issues, as well as the state and prospects of cooperation among CIS member states. Particular attention was paid to trade and economic cooperation, international engagement, and intensified interaction in digital and transport-transit spheres.Following the meeting, the foreign ministers agreed on a number of documents concerning social development and quality of life, the return of minors to their states of permanent residence, as well as cooperation in education and awareness-raising activities.In addition, joint statements were adopted on the situation in the Middle East and on the 65th anniversary of the first human spaceflight.At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their commitment to developing cooperation within the CIS and further strengthening the multifaceted potential of the Organization.The next meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers will be held in Turkmenistan in October 2026.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1203560?lang=kk

The head of the Department of State Revenues Dulat Nurmuldin made a working trip to Arshaly district. At a meeting with the personnel of the territorial administration, priority areas of work of state revenue bodies were outlined and current changes in tax legislation were explained. The employees are assigned specific tasks for the qualitative implementation of KPIs and the achievement of the reported indicators. Nurmuldin focused on strict observance of the norms of official ethics and the suppression of any corruption risks, stressed that the trust of citizens in the state body directly depends on the honesty and transparency of the work of each employee.Along with working issues, the head got acquainted in detail with the state of the administrative building after the repair. He focused on the fact that within the framework of the service model of government agencies, the priority remains to create decent conditions for the work of employees and the reception of taxpayers.Within the framework of the visit, an off-site meeting was also held on the basis of the Izhevsk PC, one of the largest agricultural producers in the region.During the conversation with the management of the enterprise, topical issues of tax legislation in the field of the agro-industrial complex (AIC) were discussed.At the end of the trip, the head of the Department gave a number of specific instructions to the leadership of the regional department of state revenues to further improve tax administration and strengthen feeSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1203562?lang=kk

       On April 16, 2026, Ambassador-at-Large – Head of the Representative Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty Zhanibek Abdrashov participated and delivered a speech at the international scientific conference titled "Community of Shared Future for Kazakhstan and China: Prospects for Comprehensive Cooperation in the New Geopolitical Realities," held at the Kazakh-German University. In his speech, the Head of the Representative Office emphasized that relations between the two countries have entered a stable "golden era," evidenced by the operation of over 8,000 companies with Chinese capital in Kazakhstan and the successful alignment with the "Belt and Road" initiative. During the event, particular focus was placed on deepening cooperation in green energy and digitalization, as well as international coordination to ensure regional stability. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-almaty/press/news/details/1203615?lang=kk

On April 15, 2026, the 7th meeting of the Rectors’ Club “Rectors’ Club: Central Asia+” was held in Dushanbe. The event brought together university leaders, government representatives, international experts, and practitioners to discuss the future of higher education in the context of global challenges. The meeting took place within the framework of the International Forum “Partnership for Sustainable Development: Green. Digital. Smart,” organized by the International University of Tourism and Entrepreneurship of Tajikistan.The event was attended by presidents, rectors, vice-rectors, and professors from universities in Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Russia, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, the United Kingdom, Burkina Faso, Indonesia, and India. The total number of participants exceeded 80.Welcome remarks were delivered by Ubaydullo Sattor Asrorzoda, Rector of the International University of Tourism and Entrepreneurship of Tajikistan; Lutfia Abdukholik Abduholikzoda, Deputy Minister of Education and Science of the Republic of Tajikistan; Zulfiya Mahmadnabi Kurbonzoda, Vice-Rector for Strategic Development and Quality Management of the same university; Asylbek Kozhakhmetov, President of Almaty Management University and founder of the “Rectors’ Club: Central Asia+” (video message); and Timur Buldybayev, Rector of Almaty Management University (Kazakhstan).Representatives of the academic community and education authorities emphasized the importance of strengthening regional cooperation and highlighted the role of universities in addressing pressing socio-economic and environmental challenges.The theme of the 7th meeting was “Sustainable Development and Labor Market Transformation in Central Asia.” The session continued with keynote speeches by three main speakers.Professor Tristan McCowan, Deputy Dean (International) at the UCL Institute of Education (University College London, UK), presented an approach to the internationalization of the “green university,” emphasizing the need to integrate international cooperation with sustainable development goals. He noted that universities must rethink their impact, focusing not only on academic performance but also on their real contribution to society and the environment. Professor McCowan highlighted the dual nature of internationalization: on the one hand, international mobility generates a significant carbon footprint; on the other hand, it enables the dissemination of knowledge and solutions necessary to address the climate crisis. He stressed that universities’ greatest impact comes through their graduates, who transform industries and societies. In this regard, he called for a rethinking of existing evaluation systems, noting that traditional rankings do not reflect universities’ real contribution to sustainable development and social change.The practical dimension of universities’ role was presented by Elmira Karmanova, Chief Project Manager at the Almaty City Development Center, co-founder of the “COMMUNITYPLUS” Foundation, and CEO of “Community” LLP (Almaty, Kazakhstan). She shared cases of collaboration between universities and urban communities. Attention was given to project-based learning focused on solving real regional challenges and building sustainable partnerships between universities, government, and society. According to Karmanova, educational projects become truly effective only when there is a real client and a clearly defined task; otherwise, they remain formal academic exercises. She also emphasized the importance of trust within communities as a key factor for the successful implementation of joint initiatives and sustainable local change.Pavel Luksha, an expert in the future of education, founder of Global Education Futures, associate researcher at the Learning Planet Institute (France), and member of the World Academy of Art and Science (USA), outlined systemic challenges associated with the development of artificial intelligence. He emphasized that the traditional model of higher education is rapidly losing relevance, and universities must shift toward developing practical competencies, flexible thinking, and the ability to operate in conditions of uncertainty. He also highlighted the growing role of universities as spaces for shaping new models of interaction between humans and technology.Luksha noted that 40–80% of professional tasks are already within the potential scope of automation, especially for entry-level specialists and office-based roles. In this context, traditional higher education faces a crisis: educational programs become outdated faster than they can be updated, as new technological solutions emerge every few months. According to the expert, there is a fundamental shift from knowledge accumulation to the demonstration of practical competencies. Employers are increasingly less concerned with diplomas and more focused on the ability to solve real-world problems. Therefore, universities must transition to new educational models based on project-based learning, interdisciplinarity, and the development of adaptability skills in a rapidly changing environment. He also emphasized that amid global challenges—including underfunding sustainable development goals and growing geopolitical uncertainty—universities are becoming key centers for generating solutions and preparing future professionals.The speakers’ presentations demonstrated that universities in Central Asia are at a point of major transformation—from traditional educational institutions to active drivers of technological, social, and environmental change.During the foresight session, rectors of Central Asian universities discussed the prospects of integrating artificial intelligence into educational processes and its potential for achieving sustainable development goals. Participants agreed on the need to strengthen inter-university cooperation, exchange experience, and develop joint initiatives.The meeting concluded with the recognition that universities in the region must become active participants in societal transformation, combining educational, research, and social missions. Key priorities include developing international partnerships, implementing innovative educational models, and strengthening universities’ contribution to sustainable development.Almaty Management University expresses sincere gratitude to the organizers of the International Forum “Partnership for Sustainable Development: Green. Digital. Smart,” particularly the International University of Tourism and Entrepreneurship of Tajikistan and the team of the Research Institute for Sustainable Development and Green Economy, for the high level of organization, meaningful agenda, and the creation of an open platform for professional dialogue. The forum made a significant contribution to the development of international academic cooperation and the strengthening of partnerships aimed at promoting sustainable development principles in the region.The “Rectors’ Club: Central Asia+” is a regional platform for strategic dialogue that brings together university presidents, rectors, vice-rectors, and experts to shape the future of higher education in Central Asia and partner countries. The Club promotes partnerships, open dialogue, and the global positioning of universities in the region, based on the principles of equality, trust, and cooperation. Since June 2023, six meetings of the Rectors’ Club have been held in Central Asia: in Kazakhstan (Almaty), Uzbekistan (Bukhara, Tashkent), Kyrgyzstan (Bishkek), and Azerbaijan (Baku). 

✅ Deputy Head of the Department of State Revenues for Mangystau Region – Ethics Commissioner Utegenov Ertugan Kenesovich visited the State Revenues Department for Munaily District.During the visit, Ertugan Kenesovich familiarized himself with the working conditions of the employees and held a meeting on the issues of compliance with official ethics by public servants and the prevention of corruption offences.He also conducted a personal reception for taxpayers of the district and employees of the State Revenues Department.Such meetings make it possible to promptly resolve emerging issues, strengthen discipline, and increase citizens’ trust in the work of state bodies.📌 The Department of State Revenues for Mangystau Region continues its systematic work on compliance with ethical standards and the prevention of corruption.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-mangistau/press/news/details/1203492?lang=kk

В целях ознакомления с ремонтными работами железнодорожного вокзала был организован выезд постоянной комисси районного маслихата.В работе комиссии приняли участие председатель маслихата К.Ермекбаев, заместитель акима района М.Нурмаков, депутаты областного и районного маслихата, директор железнодорожного вокзала «Казахстан» Б.Темиргалиева. Депутаты встретились с начальником участка ТОО «Альтаир», которая ведет работы и ознакомились с ходом работ.В настоящее время ремонтные работы железнодорожного вокзала «Казахстан» ведутся полным ходом. Ведется реконструкция наружной и внутренней части здания, зала ожидания, места продажи билетов, замена крыши и наружное благоустройство. А также, был проведен текущий ремонт инженерных сетей, платформы для пассажиров, обнавлен пешеходный мост.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/burlin-maslihat/press/news/details/1203521?lang=kk

On April 17, 2026, with the participation of representatives of the Department for Civil Service Affairs of the region, a seminar-meeting was held on improving the quality of public service delivery. The event brought together responsible employees of government agencies, where key directions for increasing the efficiency of services provided to the population were comprehensively discussed.During the meeting, particular attention was paid to the provisions of the Law “On Public Services.” Participants discussed the importance of complying with legal requirements in the delivery of services, ensuring the protection of service recipients’ rights, and strictly observing service timelines and quality standards.In addition, актуальные issues related to improving public service processes, reducing administrative barriers, and increasing the accessibility and transparency of services were addressed. The importance of strengthening feedback mechanisms with service recipients and ensuring timely consideration of their requests and suggestions was emphasized.Following the seminar, recommendations were adopted on the strict observance of the rights of service recipients, full compliance with legislative requirements, and the systematic improvement of the quality of public services.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1203529?lang=kk

On April 16, 2026, with the support of the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Education Department of the East Kazakhstan Region, and the Education Department of the Tarbagatay District, a republican methodological intensive on the topic "Rural School – A Source of New Opportunities" was held.The main objectives of the event were to improve the quality of education, exchange advanced pedagogical experience between hub and small-class schools, as well as to enhance pedagogical approaches and teaching methods.As part of the program, to implement the project "Enhancing the Potential of Hub Schools in Rural Areas," aimed at developing rural education in the Republic of Kazakhstan, seven sectional meetings and a plenary session were organized at the hub school KGU "Abai Secondary School" of the Tarbagatay District Education Department.The work of the sections focused on addressing current issues of education quality management, implementing effective educational technologies and innovative solutions, digital transformation, developing leadership and professional collaboration, improving teacher qualifications, including specialists from the "Children's Art School," as well as implementing innovative initiatives.During the work, participants presented practical cases and developed proposals aimed at reducing the digital divide in rural schools, implementing artificial intelligence tools, developing STEM education, adapting modern management models, and creating a comfortable and safe educational environment.Following the methodological intensive, proposals focused on ensuring the sustainable development of rural schools, enhancing the professional potential of teaching staff, and expanding students' access to quality education were summarized and systematized.The event was attended by heads of educational organizations, deputy directors for academic and educational work, as well as teachers from all regions of the country. The total number of participants was 210 people.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-bilim/press/news/details/1203444?lang=kk

      In honor of the 100th anniversary of the People's Artist of Kazakhstan, singer and composer Danesh Rakishev, a concert "Music of the great Danesh - a mirror of the spirit of the nation" was held at the Multimedia Museum of Almaty. As part of the event, the Mukhamedzhan Tynyshbayuly Museum of Local Lore of the Zhetisu region organized a traveling exhibition "Danesh Salgan auen". Personal belongings, photographs and documents revealing the singer's meaningful life and creative legacy were presented to the audience at the exhibition. Among them, a handwritten list of his songs, an accordion, a radio and a gramophone on which his voice was recorded aroused particular interest. The exhibition was attended by Danesh Rakishev's student, senior lecturer at the Department of Traditional Musical Art of the Kazakh National Academy of Arts named after          T. Zhurgenov, Honored Worker of the Republic of Kazakhstan Nurzhan Zhanpeyis, descendant of singer Gulnar Daneshkyzy, as well as intellectuals, artists and students.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-archive/press/news/details/1203429?lang=kk

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Officers of Institution No.51 of the Department of criminally-executive system in the North Kazakhstan region have thwarted an attempt to deliver prohibited substances disguised as a regular food parcel.During the inspection of a package addressed to one of the inmates, officers became suspicious of caramel candies. A thorough examination revealed small packets containing a brown powdery substance hidden inside two of the sweets.A forensic analysis confirmed that the seized substance was opium. The total weight of the drug substance amounted to 0.9 grams.A criminal case has been initiated under Part 1 of Article 297 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan — illegal manufacture, acquisition, storage, transportation, or sale of narcotic substances.According to the Department, this is the first attempt to smuggle drugs that has been prevented since the beginning of the current year. However, last year, officers of Institution No. 48 prevented three similar attempts to deliver prohibited substances.Efforts to ensure law and order and to prevent the entry of prohibited items into correctional facilities continue on an ongoing basis.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/duissko/press/news/details/1203367?lang=kk

On April 17, 2026, the East Kazakhstan Regional Scientific and Methodological Center for Informatization and Development of Education "Örken" of the Education Department of the East Kazakhstan Region, in collaboration with the KSU "East Kazakhstan Regional Specialized Boarding School-College of Olympic Reserve for Gifted Children in Sports" of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the East Kazakhstan Region, held a regional seminar on the topic: "Experience in Overcoming New Requirements in the Education System in the Conditions of a Sports School."The goal of the event was to summarize and disseminate the best practices of sports school teachers. More than 50 teachers from the regional center and districts participated in the seminar.In the theoretical part of the seminar, the speakers shared their best practices regarding modern educational requirements and the specifics of teaching in sports schools.In the practical part "Innovation Panorama," subject teachers conducted open lessons and master classes, demonstrating new teaching methods and techniques in practice.According to the participants, such platforms for experience exchange are very effective for professional growth and acquiring new information. In conclusion, the teachers noted the high practical significance of this event.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-bilim/press/news/details/1203368?lang=kk

    Kazakhstan continues to improve the mechanisms of state control in the field of accounting, auditing, and valuation activities.    The authorized body is implementing changes aimed at increasing transparency, improving service quality, and reducing the administrative burden on businesses.    As of January 12, 2026, amendments to the joint order of the Minister of Finance and the Minister of National Economy have come into force, regulating the criteria for assessing risk levels and checklists in the field of accounting.    The new version clarifies the degrees of violations, updates the risk assessment criteria, and revises the checklists. This will make preventive control more effective and minimize requirements for conscientious entities.    Similar changes have been introduced in the field of valuation and auditing. The new approaches provide for more comprehensive and systematic control based on risk assessment.    An important direction is also the digitalization of control. In particular, tools for data exchange in the Financial Reporting Depository are being improved, which will increase efficiency and enhance the quality of monitoring.    Simultaneously, the submission of documents by public organizations is becoming more accessible and reliable, which in turn affects the investment attractiveness not only of individual organizations but of the country as a whole.    Overall, the measures being taken are shaping a more flexible and modern system of state control, focused on reducing the administrative burden and developing the business environment in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvga/press/news/details/1203372?lang=kk

The Social Health Insurance Fund recalls the timely payment of contributions and deductions - this is the basis for continuous access of citizens to medical care in the compulsory health insurance system.      The status "insured" is formed only if there are continuous payments for the last 12 months. In case of payment interruptions, the status is suspended, which limits access to medical care in the compulsory health insurance system.     Contributions and deductions must be paid monthly. Control over their completeness and timeliness is carried out by state revenue bodies. In case of violation of the deadlines, a penalty is charged, and tax administration measures are applied.    The State Revenue Committee, together with the Social Health Insurance Fund, constantly monitors compliance with obligations to pay contributions and contributions to the compulsory health insurance system.     At the end of 2025, numerous cases of late payment of contributions and deductions among employers, individual entrepreneurs and persons engaged in private practice were recorded.     To avoid restrictions and maintain access to medical care, it is recommended to check in advance for unpaid periods and, if necessary, pay for missed months.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1203395?lang=kk

  Dear villagers!We would like to inform you that, in accordance with the requests of residents, orphan, neglected dogs are being caught in the village.In this regard, we ask you to treat dogs responsibly in your possessions and not let them go unattended.Thanks for understanding️ ️ The press service of the akim's office of Bayanda villageSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-munaily-bayandy/press/news/details/1203409?lang=kk