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As part of the implementation of the President’s directive on systemic digitalization and the integration of AI across all sectors of the economy, the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan is launching the flagship educational program AI Leaders 2026 in partnership with the Stanford University Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI) research center, OpenAI Academy, the educational platform of the developer of ChatGPT and Silkroad Innovation Hub, an international hub in Silicon Valley.This is the largest corporate program for training leaders in artificial intelligence, created for the Central Eurasian region at the intersection of academic expertise and practical application. It aims to develop managerial competencies that are in high demand in the context of global AI transformation. In addition to the main organizers, the project partners include the platforms Lovable and CAYU, which provide opportunities for developing AI agents and digital solutions, as well as the Institute of Smart Systems and Artificial Intelligence (ISSAI) at Nazarbayev University.The academic director of the program is Peter Norvig, Professor at Stanford University HAI, author of one of the world’s leading books on AI, former Director of Google Research and a current member of the Expert Council on AI Development under the President of Kazakhstan. Under his leadership, the curriculum has been specifically adapted to the unique needs of the region.Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Zhaslan Madiyev, noted:“Implementing the President’s directive on the integration of artificial intelligence across all sectors of the economy, we are moving to the stage of practical changes. As a result of the program, relying on the expertise of Stanford University HAI and the technologies of OpenAI Academy, each participant will develop an applied AI strategy for their organization. This lays the foundation for a new management model, where the digital transformation of each company becomes the cornerstone of technological leadership and the success of the entire country.”The training starts on April 8 and includes more than 30 hours of intensive live sessions, with simultaneous interpretation into Kazakh, Uzbek and Russian, providing access to cutting-edge knowledge for a wide audience.The training is built around a targeted model: companies participate in teams, allowing for the comprehensive development of competencies across key management roles, from mid-level to senior leadership. As part of this program, each organization will develop its own AI strategy tailored to specific business tasks and processes. This is especially important in the context of the President’s directive on the systematic implementation of AI across all key sectors of the economy. In this environment, it is crucial for the largest companies and institutions to move from testing individual tools to forming comprehensive AI strategies with a clear understanding of the expected impact.Among the participants are leaders from about 150 of the largest organizations in the region, representatives of the public and quasi-public sectors, including the national holdings Samruk-Kazyna and Baiterek and the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as leading companies in the economy: Halyk Bank, Freedom Holding, Kaspi.kz, BI Group, Astana Motors, Beeline, Kcell, Bazis-A, Kazzinc, Transtelecom, Lancaster Group and others.The training methodology is based on a three-stage preparation system, which allows companies to move progressively from understanding AI to its practical implementation. First, participants lay the academic foundation together with Stanford University HAI, studying the basic principles of AI, the limitations of the technology and its impact on business processes and management. Then, they move on to working with AI tools through OpenAI Academy, mastering prompt engineering, the use of models and the application of AI to real-world tasks. The final stage focuses on AI agents and applied solutions: together with CAYU and Lovable, teams learn to develop and implement AI systems in business and key industries.Through such programs, we are forming a global community of leaders with the competencies needed to manage AI transformation and ensure the sustainable development of the economy and society. The program brings together participants from different countries, expanding the horizons of cooperation. Among the program participants are representatives from Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Mongolia, Tajikistan, Turkey and Qatar.“Our goal is to provide the region with direct access to cutting-edge AI knowledge and global technological ecosystems. We are creating programs in which participants receive insights firsthand from those who are shaping the industry today and defining its future. In this way, Central Eurasia is becoming a prominent and active participant in the global technology and AI ecosystem,” noted Asset Abdualiyev, Founder and CEO of Silkroad Innovation Hub.Upon completion of the course, participants will receive an official certificate from Stanford University HAI and become part of the largest AI community in Central Eurasia. This initiative is a key link in the comprehensive talent development system: it is worth noting that the basic digital literacy training program, launched in 2025, has already been completed by about 1 million citizens of the country. Systematic efforts are being made at all levels - from youth centers such as TUMO Astana and Tomorrow School to student programs such as AI Sana, specialized projects for public servants such as AI Qyzmet and the training of AI officers in the public sector through the AI Governance 500 program, ensuring the expert foundation for the technological development of the country. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/maidd/press/news/details/1196746?lang=kk

President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev welcomes the achievement of an agreement on a full ceasefire and truce in the Middle East, reached with the mediation of Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan, Field Marshal Asim Munir.This agreement became possible due to the goodwill and wisdom of the President of the United States, Donald Trump, and the senior leadership of Iran, as well as all countries involved in the military conflict.President Tokayev expressed hope that the truce agreement will be long-lasting and will contribute to the development of global trade and the economic prosperity of all nations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-madrid/press/news/details/1196735?lang=kk

Vienna, 2 April 2026 – From 20 March to 2 April, as part of the unique international project—the walking marathon “Ulytaumen” by Sarsenbay Kotyrashev—the Austrian stage was successfully completed across the federal provinces of Burgenland, Vienna, Lower Austria, Upper Austria, and Salzburg.The 76-year-old Kazakh national is undertaking an unprecedented journey of approximately 1,650 kilometers from the capital of Serbia, Belgrade, to the French capital, Paris. This route represents not only an outstanding athletic achievement, but also a powerful symbol of resilience, intergenerational continuity, and the promotion of Kazakhstan’s positive image on the international stage. The project is being considered as a candidate for inclusion in the Guinness World Records. During his passage through Austria, with the support of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Austria, Sarsenbay Ata held meetings with representatives of the Kazakh diaspora, student associations, as well as partners in the cultural and public sectors. These engagements served as an important platform for strengthening ties with compatriots abroad and promoting national values.A significant highlight was Sarsenbay Ata’s participation in the celebration of the spring festival Nauryz, organized with the support of the Embassy in Austria. In accordance with the ancient traditions of the Kazakh steppe, he was honored with the symbolic role of Kydyr Ata—a figure embodying prosperity, wisdom, and spiritual renewal.As part of the festive program, Sarsenbay Ata delivered an address to Kazakh students studying in Austria, emphasizing the importance of education, patriotism, preservation of cultural identity, and responsibility toward future generations.Throughout the Austrian stage of the journey, elements of Kazakh culture and traditions were presented to the Austrian public.The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Austria underscores that this project extends beyond a sporting event, representing a meaningful initiative in the field of people’s diplomacy. Sarsenbay Ata’s walking tour contributes to the development of intercultural dialogue, the strengthening of international cooperation, and the promotion of the values of peace, mutual understanding, and unity. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-vienna/press/news/details/1195437?lang=kk

New Delhi, 7 April 2026 - H.E. Azamat Yeskarayev, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of India held a meeting with Chief of Protocol in the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.The sides noted that on 22 February 2026, Kazakhstan and India marked the 34th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. It was emphasized that bilateral ties go far beyond formal diplomacy and are rooted in deep historical, cultural, and civilizational connections.The Kazakh diplomat подчеркнул that India is a key strategic partner of Kazakhstan in South Asia and an important global actor. He expressed appreciation to the Indian side for the excellent organization of the first visit of Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov to India within the framework of the “India AI Impact Summit 2026” held on 19-20 February 2026.The Kazakh side congratulated India on its BRICS presidency in 2026 and informed about upcoming high-level bilateral engagements within this framework.During the meeting, the sides also discussed the organization of mutual visits at the highest and high levels during the current year.Particular attention was paid to issues related to further strengthening diplomatic engagement and developing the institutional and infrastructural framework of bilateral cooperation.In addition, the sides touched upon certain consular and organizational matters of mutual interest.At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their mutual commitment to further deepening the strategic partnership and agreed to continue active dialogue across all key areas of bilateral cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-delhi/press/news/details/1195449?lang=kk

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Kazakhstan has approved regulations for equipping shelters for the population. The new standard covers basements, underground parking lots, and other subterranean spaces, reports the press service of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan.In Kazakhstan, a new standard for shelters in case of emergencies will come into effect from January 1, 2026. This refers to ST RK 4016-2025, which establishes requirements for adapting basements, parking lots, and other underground premises for population protection. It was developed by KazStandard as part of the National Standardization Plan for 2025 at the request of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.The Committee for Technical Regulation and Metrology of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan noted that the document is aimed at improving the level of safety and preparedness for emergencies.— In global practice, subterranean premises, including basements, ground floors, underground passages, and subways, are widely used for population protection. In Kazakhstan, such spaces can also be adapted for civil defense protective structures, — the department reported.The new standard eliminates a regulatory gap and introduces uniform requirements for shelters. It defines the procedure for inspecting buildings and adapting them for population protection during emergencies of a natural, man-made, and military nature.The document establishes requirements for structures and room layouts, as well as for life support systems. These include ventilation, water supply, electricity supply, sanitary conditions, and communications. The procedure for assessing the technical condition of buildings is also established, including checking load-bearing structures and engineering systems.Measures for reinforcing structures and retrofitting premises, if necessary, are separately provided for. The standard provides examples of typical solutions and a table for assessing shelter suitability.The project has been coordinated with the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the Ministry of Defense, the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources, the Committee for Atomic and Energy Supervision and Control of the Ministry of Energy, the Regional Department for Emergency Situations and the Department for Mobilization Preparation and Civil Protection, technical committees in the field of industrial safety and construction, the NCE "Atameken", the Atomic Energy Agency, the National Nuclear Center, the Institute of Atomic Energy, and other organizations.Comments and proposals received during the coordination process concerned considering geographical, climatic, and seismic features when developing technical solutions, developing algorithms for protection against unmanned aerial vehicles, including appendices with examples of retrofitting schemes and a table for assessing premises suitability, reinforcing shelter walls and openings, as well as implementing an automated public access system to shelters. All proposals were taken into account.The adoption of the standard will allow for the formation of a unified approach to the use of subterranean premises and will increase the level of population protection in emergency situations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1195458?lang=kk

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Tbilisi, April 7, 2026 – As part of the visit of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev to Tbilisi, a meeting was held with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia Maka Bochorishvili.During the talks, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of Kazakh-Georgian relations, which are characterized as pragmatic and multifaceted, based on the shared interest in developing sustainable and mutually beneficial cooperation.«Kazakhstan views Georgia as a reliable political and economic partner in the South Caucasus, with which Kazakhstan has centuries–old traditions of friendship and mutual support», said Minister Kosherbayev during the talks. He also noted the important role of Georgia as a key link in the regional transport and logistics architecture connecting Europe and Asia.The Kazakh Foreign Minister highlighted the importance of contacts at the highest and high levels, which laid a solid foundation for today’s meaningful discussion of current issues on the bilateral agenda. It was noted that the results of the official visit of Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze to Kazakhstan in February 2025 gave an additional impetus to bilateral cooperation bringing Kazakh-Georgian relations to a qualitatively new level.During the discussion of the economic matters, the parties expressed satisfaction with the positive dynamics in trade turnover, the volume of Kazakh investments in the Georgian economy, which exceeded 600 million US dollars, as well as the active participation of Kazakh companies in the implementation of projects in the fields of logistics, energy and finance.It was emphasized that the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TMTM) remains one of the key priorities of cooperation.«Our common task is to consistently increase its capacity, increase the predictability of transport services and ensure transparency of tariff policy», – the Kazakh Foreign Minister said.Kosherbayev drew attention to the initiative of the President of Kazakhstan Kassym Jomart Tokayev to establish an International Water Organization within the UN framework, aimed at strengthening global cooperation in the sustainable management of water resources and ensuring water security.The Foreign Ministers of Kazakhstan and Georgia also noted the significant potential for expanding cooperation in the agro-industrial complex, digital economy and financial services.The parties expressed confidence that the negotiations held during this visit would consolidate the positive momentum achieved and identify concrete steps to further develop cooperation in key areas such as transport and logistics, energy, trade and investment.Following the talks, Minister Kosherbayev and Minister Bochorishvili signed a Program of Cooperation between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia for 2026-2027.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1195467?lang=kk

Tbilisi, April 7, 2026 – As part of the official visit to Tbilisi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev was received by the President of Georgia Mikhail Kavelashvili.During the conversation, President Kavelashvili expressed satisfaction with the positive dynamics in the development of cooperation between the two states.In turn, Minister Kosherbayev conveyed warm greetings on behalf of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, emphasizing the special attention that Astana pays to mutually beneficial cooperation with Georgia, with which our countries have centuries-old traditions of friendship and mutual support.During the meeting, a wide range of issues of bilateral cooperation was discussed, and the parties aligned their approaches on key areas of further partnership and interaction within the multilateral formats.At the conclusion of the meeting, the sides noted the great potential for further development of Kazakh-Georgian cooperation and emphasized the importance of effectively addressing existing issues and enhancing the level of interaction.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1195528?lang=kk

Bangkok, 6 April 2026 – The Permanent Representative of Kazakhstan to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UN ESCAP), Mr. Margulan Baimukhan, met with Professor Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana, Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Secretary of ESCAP, at the Commission’s headquarters in Bangkok.The meeting focused on preparations for the 82nd session of the Commission to be held from 20 to 24 April 2026 in Bangkok.Ambassador Baimukhan reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s strong commitment to further strengthening comprehensive cooperation with UN ESCAP, the largest regional commission of the United Nations system in the Asia-Pacific region.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-thailand/press/news/details/1195530?lang=kk

Individual entrepreneurs have been provided with explanatory work on the need for regular cleaning of territories belonging to them and keeping the territory clean in compliance with sanitary requirements.During this event, entrepreneurs were given specific recommendations on environmental cleanliness, timely waste disposal and compliance with landscaping requirements.️ ️ The press service of the akim's office of Bayanda village.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-munaily-bayandy/press/news/details/1195548?lang=kk

From March 13 to 23, 2026, the national competition "Sauda in Digital Nauryz" was held in the country, aimed at developing digital solutions in the field of trade. The competition was organized among shopping malls and retail chains and aimed to popularize national culture through the use of digital technologies.According to the competition rules, participants published special videos on social media. Important criteria such as national identity, creativity, level of artificial intelligence use, audience engagement, and work quality were considered when determining the winners.Based on the competition results, winners were determined in the following categories:"Best Digital Design" — the retail chain "Anvar" (Aktobe city);"Best Digital Greeting" — the shopping mall "TSUM" (Karaganda city);"Best Use of Artificial Intelligence" — the shopping mall "Umay" (Karaganda city);"Most Creative Digital Project" — the retail chain "Small" (Almaty city).During the official ceremony, winners were presented with special diplomas and national attire on behalf of the leadership of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan.As part of the competition, in collaboration with the national clothing store "Tarbiya," free national clothing fitting zones were organized in major shopping and entertainment centers across the country. Thematic photo zones and Instagram frames were also set up. All materials were published on social media under the unified hashtag #saudadigitalnauryz.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1195554?lang=kk

Ағымдағы жылы кеміргіштерге қарсы 2 011 000 шаршы метр өзен-каналдар, 16 168 ш.м. қала аумағындағы қоқыс жәшіктерінің аумағына (жылына 2 рет) залалсыздандыру жоспарлануда.Аталған жұмыстар өзен-каналдардың аумағына және қоқыс жәшіктердің аумағына бюджет есебінен тегін жүргізіледі. Ал, басқа да жеке және заңды тұлғалар, аталған аурулардың алдын алу үшін дезинфекция, дезинсекция және дератизация жұмыстарын өз қаражаты есебінен жүргізуге міндетті (ҚР 2020 жылғы 7 шілдедегі «Халық денсаулығы және денсаулық сақтау жүйесі туралы» №360-VI Кодексінің 107 бабының 1 тармақшасы).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent-auyal-zharuazhalyk/press/news/details/1195555?lang=kk

Planning a major technical upgrade? Kazakhstan's tax legislation provides a special mechanism that allows you to avoid paying import Value Added Tax (VAT) in "live" cash.What is the essence of this method?The amount of VAT is reflected in your tax return simultaneously as both an accrual and an offset. Thus, no actual cash payment is made to the budget, allowing you to keep the funds within the company's working capital.Which goods can be imported using this method?The list established by Articles 508 and 509 of the new Tax Code includes:✅ Equipment and agricultural machinery;✅ Freight rolling stock for road transport;✅ Helicopters, airplanes, and sea vessels;✅ Locomotives and railway cars;✅ Spare parts and components for agricultural machinery production.The complete list of these goods and the procedure for its compilation were approved by Decree No. 1199 of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated December 31, 2025, and shall enter into force on January 1, 2026. https://adilet.zan.kz/rus/docs/P2500001199This list includes goods that are not produced within the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Key conditions for application:You must be a registered VAT payer in Kazakhstan.The imported goods must not be intended for further sale or transfer into international financial leasing.Import for the purpose of domestic financial leasing is permitted.What to keep in mind (Risks and Control):⚠️ Statute of limitations: For taxpayers using this method, the statute of limitations is extended to 5 years.⚠️ Mandatory usage period: If you violate the requirements (e.g., sell the equipment before the established deadline), the VAT must be paid in full with accrued penalties starting from the date of import.⚠️ Reporting: When importing from EAEU member states, the import declaration and necessary documents must be submitted no later than the 20th day of the following month.The offset method is a powerful tool for business development, but it requires strict compliance with the designated use of the imported assets.Subscribe to stay updated on all things related to 2026 taxes! Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1195570?lang=kk

As part of implementing the principles of open government, the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan ensures the formation and publication of open data.Open data is information in a machine-readable format intended for free use, analysis, and reuse. It enables citizens, businesses, and the expert community to exercise public oversight, make informed decisions, and create digital services.To date, the Ministry has published 86 open data sets on the portal https://data.egov.kz.Their relevance, completeness, and reliability are ensured.To further develop open data, a survey on user needs is being conducted from April 6 to April 16, 2026.We invite you to participate via the link: https://dialog.egov.kz/surveycontroller/index#/view?id=6983Your suggestions and feedback are important for forming in-demand and useful data sets.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/gosreestr/press/news/details/1195544?lang=kk

Tbilisi, April 7, 2026 – Within the framework of the official visit of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev to Tbilisi, he met with the Prime Minister of Georgia Irakli Kobakhidze.During the talks, the sides confirmed their readiness to further strengthen the political dialogue and implement the agreements reached at the highest and highest levels. The current issues of Kazakh-Georgian relations in trade, economic, investment, cultural and humanitarian fields were considered.Noting that by the end of 2025, the trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Georgia amounted to 184.5 million US dollars, the parties noted the need to take practical measures to increase it.«The existing potential of bilateral cooperation has not been fully realized and requires additional activation, primarily in the investment, trade, economic, transport and logistics spheres», - said Y.Kosherbayev.An important topic of the talks was the expansion of investment cooperation. The interlocutors expressed interest in mutual increase of direct investments, as well as implementation of joint projects in such areas as logistics, infrastructure and trade.«Kazakhstan is ready to expand cooperation with Georgia on the development of routes in the Caspian-Black Sea basin. In this context, it is very important to use the capabilities of the seaports of the two countries in cargo transportation», - noted Y.Kosherbayev.It was emphasized that the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TMTM) remains one of the key priorities of cooperation.Special attention was paid to a major project in 2025 to launch a new multimodal terminal in the Georgian port of Poti with the participation of Kazakhstani investors. The terminal will contribute to an increase in freight traffic and will become an important link in the logistics chain of the «Middle Corridor».During the meeting, a number of other issues in the fields of agriculture, tourism, and cultural and humanitarian cooperation were discussed.The sides also exchanged views on topical issues on the regional and international agenda.      Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1195587?lang=kk

Riga, April 7, 2026 – A meeting was held in Riga between the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Dauren Karipov, and the Co-Chairs of the Kazakhstan–Latvia Business Council: from the Kazakh side – Roman Abenov, Member of the Presidium of the Mechanical Engineering Committee of the Atameken National Chamber of Entrepreneurs; from the Latvian side – Rinalds Pļavnieks, Member of the Board of Latvian Railways.The Co-Chairs informed about plans for joint work in the identified priority areas of cooperation, including industrial cooperation, agroengineering, pharmaceuticals, and the transport and logistics sector. They emphasized the importance of efforts to diversify bilateral cooperation, including through the implementation of joint projects.The parties agreed to promote more active engagement between the business communities of Kazakhstan and Latvia in order to further strengthen trade and economic cooperation between the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-riga/press/news/details/1195629?lang=kk

Riyadh, April 7, 2026 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Madiyar Menilbekov held a meeting with Abdulrahman Al Fadley, Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture of the Kingdom.During the negotiations, the parties discussed prospects for bilateral cooperation in the fields of ecology, water resources, and agriculture. Particular attention was paid to sustainable development, as well as the exchange of experience in effective water resource management.In the context of the current geopolitical situation in the Middle East, the sides considered opportunities for cooperation in agriculture and strengthening food security. They also discussed the prospects for the participation of Saudi companies in Kazakhstan’s agro-industrial sector.Following the meeting, the parties agreed to further strengthen Kazakh-Saudi ties.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-riyadh/press/news/details/1195672?lang=kk