Astana, 12 August 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issagaliyev held a meeting with Director General of the Islamic Organization for Food Security (IOFS) Berik Aryn.The sides discussed current issues of cooperation between Kazakhstan and the IOFS, aimed at ensuring food security in the Organization’s Member States.Deputy Minister Issagaliyev emphasized Kazakhstan’s interest, as the initiator of the establishment of the IOFS and the Organization’s current Chair, in further enhancing its potential and international standing.The Director General of the IOFS, in turn, briefed the Kazakh side on the implementation of a number of targeted projects, including the establishment of a Gene Bank in Kazakhstan to preserve biodiversity in the agriculture of the Organization’s Member States.Following the meeting, the sides agreed to continue bilateral and multilateral cooperation aimed at addressing food security issues across the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) space.The IOFS was established at the initiative of the Republic of Kazakhstan in 2013 as a specialized institution of the OIC. Its headquarters are located in Astana.Following the 7th session of the IOFS General Assembly, held on 13-14 May 2026, Kazakhstan assumed the chairmanship of the Organization.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1273992?lang=ru

12 августа в Астане в рамках Координационного совета по Целям устойчивого развития (ЦУР) состоялся круглый стол с участием государства, гражданского общества и партнеров по развитию, посвященный вопросам взаимодействия.Мероприятие было направлено роли организаций гражданского общества в реализации, мониторинге и локализации ЦУР. В нем приняли участие представители государственных органов, неправительственных и международных организаций.С приветственными словами выступили вице-министр культуры и информации Евгений Кочетов, вице-министр национальной экономики Арман Касенов, Постоянный координатор ООН в Казахстане СарангоРаднарагча, председатель Правления АО «ИЭИ» Биржан Баткеев и председатель Совета по устойчивому развитию при НПП «Атамекен» Юлия Якупбаева.Арман Касенов отметил особую роль гражданского общества в продвижении ЦУР.«Особая роль принадлежит институтам гражданского общества, которые являются важными партнерами государства, активно участвуют в продвижении вопросов устойчивого развития и представляют интересы граждан», — сказал вице-министр.Он также сообщил, что, по данным Программы добровольцев ООН, в 2025 году только 14 из 37 стран, представивших Добровольные национальные обзоры, включая Казахстан, учли волонтерскую деятельность в государственной политике и стратегиях развития.В ходе первой сессии директор департаментаразвитиясоциальной сферы, правоохранительных и специальных органовМинистерства нацэкономики НургульЖанназарова представила национальную архитектуру и прогресс Казахстана в достижении ЦУР.«Министерство последовательно укрепляет сотрудничество с гражданским обществом, международными организациями и независимыми экспертами. Представители всех заинтересованных сторон привлекаются к обсуждению национальных приоритетов, мониторингу ЦУР и подготовке Добровольных национальных обзоров», — подчеркнула она.В рамках круглого стола участники обсудили практические механизмы дальнейшего взаимодействия государства и гражданского общества, в том числе возможности более системного участия НПО в формировании политики, мониторинге достижения ЦУР и сборе обратной связи.По итогам встречи выработаны рекомендации, которые станут основой для дальнейшего структурированного диалога в рамках Координационного совета по ЦУР.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1273999?lang=ru

Astana, 12 August 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issagaliyev held a meeting with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan to the Republic of Kazakhstan Hamza Al-Omari.During the meeting, the parties discussed topical issues of Kazakh-Jordanian cooperation and prospects for its further strengthening. They expressed interest in maintaining the steady momentum of political dialogue, as well as expanding cooperation in the trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres.The interlocutors also exchanged views on topical issues on the regional and international agenda, with particular attention paid to the current situation in the Middle East.The parties separately reviewed the schedule of upcoming bilateral contacts and events at various levels aimed at giving additional impetus to the development of Kazakh-Jordanian relations.Following the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their readiness to maintain regular dialogue and continue joint efforts to further deepen mutually beneficial cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1273989?lang=ru

Notification of precinct election commissions on the time and place of voting in the elections of deputies of the Kurultai of the Republic of Kazakhstan Dear voters! Voting in the elections of deputies of the Kurultai of the Republic of Kazakhstan, scheduled for August 23, 2026, will be held from 07:00 to 20:00 local time.The voters vote at the relevant polling station at their place of registration.Information about the locations of polling stations in the city of Zhanaozen was published in the city's socio-political newspaper "Zhanaozen" No. 28 dated July 10, 2026. In addition, voters can find out the number and location of their polling station in the following ways::by phone at the Call Center: 48-614;via Telegram bot: https://t.me/man_saylaw_bot/;through the website: https://sailau.e-mangistau.kz /. For thison the official Internet resource of the Zhanaozen Akimat on the gov platform.kz in the "Elections" section;When visiting a polling station, it is necessary to have an identity document or a digital version of it with you in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.  Relevant precinct election commissionsSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimat-goroda-zhanaozen/press/news/details/1273966?lang=ru

Astana, 13 August 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov received copies of credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Germany to Kazakhstan Renate Peitsch.The parties discussed the current state and prospects for further expanding bilateral cooperation in the political, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres.They emphasized the importance of upcoming high-level visits and coordinated efforts to enhance the dialogue between Astana and Berlin.The diplomats expressed their readiness to continue close cooperation in multilateral formats, primarily within the Central Asia – Germany format and other international platforms.The German Ambassador expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and confirmed her readiness to contribute to strengthening the strategic partnership between the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1273947?lang=ru

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A declaration of income and property is submitted by resident individuals if, during the reporting tax period, one of the following conditions is met::Individuals who, as of December 31 of the reporting tax period, have money in bank accounts with foreign banks located outside the Republic of Kazakhstan in an amount collectively exceeding 1,000 times the monthly calculation index;individuals who own the following property as of December 31 of the reporting tax period:- property that is subject to state or other registration (accounting), or rights and (or) transactions for which are subject to state or other registration (accounting) with the competent authority of a foreign state in accordance with the legislation of a foreign state;- securities whose issuers are registered outside the Republic of Kazakhstan;- the share of participation in the authorized capital of a legal entity registered outside the Republic of Kazakhstan;- intellectual property and copyright objects registered outside the Republic of Kazakhstan;- investment gold;Persons who, during the reporting tax period, acquired property with a total value exceeding 20,000 times the monthly calculation index effective on December 31 of the reporting tax period in the Republic of Kazakhstan and (or) abroad:- real estate;- power-driven vehicles and trailers;- participation shares in the authorized capital of a legal entity;- securities;- derivative financial instruments (with the exception of derivative financial instruments, the execution of which occurs through the acquisition or sale of the underlying asset);- shares of participation in housing construction;- investment gold.Persons who own digital assets as of December 31 of the reporting tax period;The declaration of income and property is submitted at the place of residence no later than September 15 of the year following the reporting calendar year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-astana/press/news/details/1273861?lang=ru

Seoul, August 12, 2026 - Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan Sayasat Nurbek and Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Korea Asset Issenali laid flowers at the monument to the great Kazakh poet, thinker and educator Abai Kunanbayuly in Seoul.The participants of the ceremony paid tribute to the outstanding figure whose literary and philosophical legacy holds a special place in the spiritual and cultural heritage of the Kazakh people and continues to remain relevant far beyond Kazakhstan.It was noted that Abai’s ideas on the pursuit of knowledge, education, hard work and moral self-improvement resonate with contemporary values of education and human capital development. His openness to world culture and commitment to dialogue and mutual understanding among peoples give his legacy particular significance today.The monument to Abai Kunanbayuly in Seoul, unveiled in 2021, has become one of the recognizable symbols of cultural and humanitarian ties between Kazakhstan and the Republic of Korea.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-seoul/press/news/details/1273824?lang=ru

We hereby inform you that the operations of Polling Station No. 481 at the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia is temporarily suspended due to security considerations and the absence of permanently residing citizens of Kazakhstan in this country.In this regard, to exercise your rightы to vote in the Kurultai elections on August 23, 2026, we kindly recommend you to make preliminary arrangements to avail yourself with opportunity to cast your ballot at other convenient electoral precincts located at the embassies of our country located in other foreign states.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-addis-ababa/press/news/details/1273830?lang=ru

In the Akkaayin District of the North Kazakhstan Region, the Probation Service Department, jointly with the Career Center, organized a job fair.As part of the event, career guidance activities were conducted for citizens registered in the category of “job seekers” with the aim of assisting them in finding employment in vacant positions within the Department of criminally-executive system.During the job fair, participants were provided with detailed information about the conditions for joining the service, the requirements for candidates, as well as the specific features and career prospects of working in the criminally-executive system.Particular attention was paid to the social guarantees and benefits provided to employees. Participants were informed about the preferential calculation of service time: one year of service is counted as one and a half years. Subject to the length of service established by law, this provides an opportunity for earlier retirement.The participants were also informed about timely and stable salaries, social guarantees and housing payments. The amount of monthly housing payments is 81,000 tenge for each family member. In addition, employees are entitled to free medical care and have the opportunity to receive education at the expense of the state.Such events contribute to raising public awareness of employment opportunities within the criminally-executive system and enable interested citizens to obtain detailed information about the procedure for joining the service, working conditions and the social guarantees provided to employees.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/duissko/press/news/details/1273820?lang=ru

На заседании штаба по обеспечению экономического роста под председательством заместителя Премьер-министра – министра национальной экономики Серика Жумангарина рассмотрели итоги развития экономики за семь месяцев 2026 года и планы на январь–август.Особое внимание уделено горнодобывающей отрасли, в частности, восстановлению объемов добычи нефти. За семь месяцев текущего года добыто 53,2 млн тонн нефти, или 91,1% к аналогичному показателю прошлого года. По итогам восьми месяцев общий объем добычи нефти планируется на уровне свыше 60 млн тонн.В обрабатывающей промышленности по итогам семи месяцев обеспечен рост на 9%. При этом некоторое снижение отмечается в металлургии – ИФО составил 97,3%, в том числе в цветной металлургии – 95,4%. В основном это связано со снижением производства золота, темпы которого, тем не менее, восстанавливаются второй месяц подряд. За семь месяцев произведено 39,3 тонны золота. План на январь–август составляет 45,8 тонны. По итогам года в цветной металлургии планируется обеспечить рост ИФО на уровне 103%.Одним из основных драйверов обрабатывающей промышленности остается машиностроение, на долю которого приходится 17,2% отрасли – второй показатель после металлургии, доля которой составляет порядка 42,8%. За январь–июль производство в машиностроении выросло на 22%. Наиболее высокие темпы демонстрирует автомобилестроение, рост которого составил 29,9%. Выпущено 102 870 легковых автомобилей – на 36% больше, чем годом ранее, 1 612 автобусов – на 18% больше, 4 732 единицы грузовой и специальной техники – на 3,2% больше.Высокая динамика сохраняется в химической промышленности, где ИФО составил 126,9%. Рост обеспечен увеличением производства аммофоса на 7,8%, аммиачной селитры – на 10,8%, полипропилена – на 14,7%, серной кислоты – на 20,7% и других веществ.Отдельно на заседании отмечены темпы производства бытовой техники. ТОО «Silk Road Electronics», выпускающее стиральные машины, телевизоры, кухонные плиты, мини-печи, водонагреватели, пылесосы и вытяжки брендов ARTEL и Samsung, за семь месяцев увеличило производство на 38%. Сохранение аналогичных темпов роста планируется и по итогам восьми месяцев. «Almaty Turmystyq Tehnika Zayyty» нарастил выпуск продукции на 34%, а ТОО «JASYL SUYQ QAZAQSTAN», производящее холодильное и морозильное оборудование, – в 3,2 раза.Производство строительных материалов за семь месяцев составило 9,5 млн тонн, ИФО – 109,4%. При этом динамика несколько замедлилась по сравнению с итогами первого полугодия (114,1%). С учетом высоких темпов строительной отрасли, где ИФО составляет 115,3%, Серик Жумангарин поручил Комитету по делам строительства провести встречи с крупнейшими производителями стройматериалов, определить причины замедления роста производства и необходимые меры для увеличения выпуска продукции.В сельском хозяйстве по итогам января–июля ИФО составил 105% против 103,7% за аналогичный период прошлого года. В настоящее время сельхозпредприятия приступили к массовой уборке урожая – ключевому этапу формирования годовых объемов производства отрасли.Производство продуктов питания за семь месяцев выросло на 13,9% при плане 14,7%. На январь–август планируется обеспечить рост на 14%. До конца года предусмотрена реализация 33 проектов по переработке сельхозпродукции общей стоимостью 122,4 млрд тенге. В их числе – предприятие по переработке кукурузы Fufeng и новая линия по переработке сахарной свеклы на Таразском сахарном заводе.В производстве напитков по итогам семи месяцев ИФО составил 101,7% при плане 104,4%. В частности, производство безалкогольных напитков выросло на 3%. Замедление связано с плановым ремонтом производственной линии ТОО «Coca-Cola» в Алматы с 15 января по 10 июля, а также перераспределением производства продукции PepsiCo. В сентябре–октябре планируется ввод завода Carlsberg мощностью 340 млн литров в год, на котором будет осуществляться производство продукции PepsiCo. С учетом новых мощностей до конца года планируется выйти на ИФО 110,5%.Подводя итоги заседания, Серик Жумангарин поручил государственным органам совместно с крупными предприятиями несырьевого сектора детально проанализировать факторы, сдерживающие производство. По каждой отрасли необходимо провести встречи с ключевыми производителями, определить существующие барьеры и принять меры по их устранению.«Необходимо работать непосредственно с предприятиями и понимать ситуацию по каждому крупному производителю: какие есть ограничения для увеличения производства, где требуется решение государственного органа, а где – содействие по инфраструктуре, сырью или другим вопросам. Наша задача – своевременно выявлять такие барьеры и помогать их устранять», — подчеркнул Серик Жумангарин.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1273810?lang=ru

By Order of the Minister of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 285-н/қ dated July 29, 2026, the national technical regulation “Requirements for Main Pipelines for the Transportation of Ethane and Propane Fractions in Liquefied State” was approved.The technical regulation establishes mandatory requirements for main pipelines used to transport ethane and propane fractions in a liquefied state, with a saturated vapor pressure exceeding 0.2 MPa at a temperature of +20 °C, within the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan. These requirements apply to their design (including engineering surveys), construction (reconstruction), operation, conservation, and decommissioning, as well as to the rules for assessing their conformity.The technical regulation of the Republic of Kazakhstan was developed by the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan as part of the implementation of the project “Construction of Main Pipelines (Ethane, Propane) in a Single Corridor in the Atyrau Region.” The project is aimed at ensuring the transportation of ethane and propane fractions in a liquefied state from the facilities of Tengizchevroil LLP and the gas separation complex under construction at the Tengiz field to petrochemical enterprises in the NINT Special Economic Zone in Karabatan.The adoption of the technical regulation provides the regulatory framework for implementing the above-mentioned project and establishing mandatory requirements for the relevant main pipelines.The technical regulation shall enter into force ten calendar days after the date of its first official publication.The text of the technical regulation is available at the following link:https://zan.gov.kz/client/#!/search/results/sadn=285-%D0%BD%2F%D2%9B&at=%D0%9F%D0%A0%D0%98%D0%9A.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti-ktrm/press/news/details/1273798?lang=ru

The State Revenue Department of EKR reminds taxpayers that mandatory digital labeling of beer and beer drinks took effect in the Republic of Kazakhstan on February 1, 2026.According to the Order No. 330-NK dated November 22, 2025, "On Amendments and Additions to Order No. 343-NK of the Acting Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated September 27, 2024, 'On Approval of the List of Goods Subject to Mandatory Labeling,'" the following implementation timeline has been established for the mandatory digital labeling of beer and beer drinks:from February 1, 2026: mandatory labeling of beer and beer drinks packaged in kegs.from September 1, 2026: mandatory labeling of bottles.from January 1, 2027: mandatory labeling of beer and beer drinks packaged in cans, accompanied by full traceability - the issuance and confirmation of transfer goods within the systemLabeling is executed using Data Matrix codes.The production and import of beer and beer drinks without identification means is prohibited starting February 1, 2026.Simultaneously, unlabelled remaining stocks of beer and beer drinks produced prior to the mandatory digital labeling deadline for their product category may be sold by participants in the circulation of goods within 1 (one) calendar year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1273800?lang=ru

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As part of the "Invest Caravan" initiative, Saryarka District ProsecutorDaniyar Izbassarov held a meeting with investors in the district jointly  with the Astana City Department of Investment and Entrepreneurship Development, the Astana City Development Center, and Astana Invest.The main objectives of the meeting were to improve the investment climate, protect entrepreneurs' rights, eliminate administrative barriers, and enhance the effectiveness of support for investment projects.Since the beginning of the year, the district prosecutor's office has restored the rights of 10 investors and facilitated the resolution of 5 problematic issues. In particular, facilities were connected to the electricity grid, a temporary road was constructed, construction and installation works were launched, and earthworks and snowmelt water removal were carried out at a quarry covering more than 1 hectare.The measures taken helped eliminate issues that had hindered the implementation of investment projects and ensured the protection of  investors' legitimate rights.The implementation and support of investment projects remain under the constant supervision of the prosecutor's office. https://www.instagram.com/p/Db5f5hZyTlF/ Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana-uir/press/news/details/1273739?lang=ru

Dear taxpayers! On August 14, 2026, at 3 p.m., a live broadcast on the topic «Popularization of electronic services and public services» will be held on the Department's Instagram page @pavlodar_mkd.         Speaker: Nurbolat Mazhitovich Nurakhmetov, Head of the Department of Public Services.Moderator: Tolegen Bilyalovich Shaimardanov, Head of the Department of Explanatory Work and the Contact Center.         In order not to miss the broadcast, subscribe to the Instagram of the Department of State Revenue for the Pavlodar region – pavlodar_mkd. Department of Explanatory Work and Contact CenterState Duma of the Pavlodar region       Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1273673?lang=ru

On the occasion of International Youth Day, celebrated on August 12, a ceremony was held in Aktobe Region to honor citizens who demonstrate active engagement in youth policy and contribute to working with young people.With the support of Akim of Aktobe Region Askhat Shakharov, letters of appreciation from the Akim of the region were presented to citizens who contribute to the development of youth policy, the implementation of youth initiatives, and the promotion of civic engagement among young people.In addition, citizens who have distinguished themselves through their work in the field of youth policy were awarded letters of appreciation from the head of the Regional Department for Youth Policy.One of the key priorities is the systematic implementation at the regional level of the Head of State’s policy aimed at supporting young people.Today, Aktobe Region is consistently carrying out work aimed at supporting youth initiatives, unlocking the potential of young people, and encouraging their active participation in public life.The opportunities created for young people and the support provided to them are a tangible expression of confidence in their future.We express our gratitude to all citizens who contribute to the development of youth policy for their dedicated work!Supporting the youth of Aktobe Region is one of the region’s key priorities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe-zhastar1/press/news/details/1273566?lang=ru

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From 1 September 2026, mandatory digital labelling of beer and beer-based beverages in glass bottles will be introduced in Kazakhstan. Products manufactured or imported after this date must bear a Data Matrix labelling code.Beer labelling is being introduced in stages: from 1 February 2026 – for products in kegs; from 1 September 2026 – for products in glass bottles; and from 1 January 2027 – for products in metal cans. Going forward, full product traceability will be ensured through the electronic execution and confirmation of documents when products are transferred between supply-chain participants.The industry is already demonstrating its readiness for the new requirements. More than 16,392 supply-chain participants are registered in the National Goods Labelling and Traceability System.Digital labelling will make it possible to trace products from the manufacturer or importer through to retail sale, helping to enhance market transparency.What market participants need to doSupply-chain participants must register in the National Goods Labelling and Traceability System via the tanba.markirovka.kz portal and begin registering product cards.It is recommended that registration be completed in advance in order to obtain labelling codes.Unlabelled stocks of beer and beer-based beverages manufactured before the mandatory labelling date may be sold for one calendar year in accordance with the established list. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1273497?lang=ru

Astana, 12 August 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held a phone conversation with EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy – Vice-President of the European Commission Kaja Kallas.The sides discussed the implementation of the agreements reached following the visit of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Brussels on June 23 this year. The parties reviewed current issues on the bilateral agenda, the expansion of trade and economic ties, promising areas of cooperation, as well as the schedule of upcoming bilateral and multilateral engagements.The interlocutors paid particular attention to energy cooperation and the prospects for further development of international energy supply infrastructure, including within the framework of the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC).During the conversation, the parties reaffirmed their interest in further strengthening the partnership and their mutual commitment to expanding cooperation in promising areas.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1273471?lang=ru