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Astana, April 30, 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Arman Issetov held a meeting with activists of the «Assembly Jastary» Republican Public Association at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The event, dedicated to the celebration of the Day of Unity of the People of Kazakhstan, focused on the issues related to engaging youth people in foreign policy initiatives and strengthening interethnic harmony.During the meeting, the Deputy Foreign Minister emphasized that a consistent state youth policy is a strategic priority of the Head of State.«The adoption of the new Constitution has become a major milestone in the modern history of the country. This step laid a solid foundation for a Just Kazakhstan, becoming a symbol of profound democratization and a reboot of the political system. This opens up unique historical opportunities and access to real social elevators for young people,» Arman Issetov noted.Young Kazakhstanis shared information about their activities both in the country and abroad, and also presented initiatives aimed at strengthening public harmony.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1212879?lang=kk

Astana, April 30, 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev took part in the annual “Friendly Breakfast” meeting attended by heads of diplomatic missions and representatives of international organizations accredited in the country.In his remarks, he outlined Kazakhstan’s key foreign policy priorities and ongoing domestic reforms. It was noted that Kazakhstan remains committed to developing cooperation with all partners and advocates for resolving conflicts exclusively through peaceful means – via dialogue and in accordance with international law and the UN Charter. Kazakhstan also reaffirmed its readiness to provide a platform for peace negotiations in the city of Turkestan.The Dean of the Diplomatic Corps, Ambassador of Palestine Montaser Abu Zeid, highlighted the importance of such meetings for an open exchange of views on pressing international issues and informal communication.The event brought together more than 60 representatives of the diplomatic corps and international organizations, including the UN, CICA, and the World Bank.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1212883?lang=kk

In accordance with Clause 5, Article 8 of the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated November 18, 2015 "On Combating Corruption", which obliges state bodies, organizations, and subjects of the non-state sector to conduct internal corruption risk analysis and take measures to eliminate the causes and conditions conducive to committing corruption offenses, and also in accordance with the "Model Rules for Conducting Internal Corruption Risk Analysis" approved by Order No. 12 of the Chairman of the Agency for Civil Service Affairs and Anti-Corruption of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated October 19, 2016, and based on Orders No. 20-L and No. 21-L dated 04.01.2026 of the acting head of the East Kazakhstan Region "East Kazakhstan Region Tourism Department" (hereinafter – EKR Tourism Department), a working group conducted an internal corruption risk analysis for the period from April 2025 to April 2026. In accordance with Resolution No. 85 of the East Kazakhstan Region Akimat dated April 11, 2025, the structure of the East Kazakhstan Region Akimat was reorganized by separating the EKR "Tourism Department" from the EKR "Entrepreneurship and Industrial-Innovative Development Department".By Resolution No. 98 of the East Kazakhstan Region Akimat dated April 24, 2025, the Regulations on the EKR "Tourism Department" were approved, and later by Resolution No. 7 of the East Kazakhstan Region Akimat dated January 19, 2026, the Regulations on the EKR "Tourism Department" were approved in a new edition.The Department oversees the Communal State Institution "East Kazakhstan Region Tourist Information Center" of the East Kazakhstan Region Tourism Department (hereinafter – EKR TIC). This is a non-commercial organization with the status of a legal entity, established in the form of an institution to perform the functions of forming and disseminating information about East Kazakhstan and its tourism potential, promoting the tourism product in the international tourism market and domestically, as well as creating conditions for developing new business entities in the field of tourism activities within the region and providing scientific and methodological support. Tatyana Dugaliyevna Iseneva was appointed as its Head.According to the Regulations, the EKR Tourism Department carries out its activities in the following areas:attracting investments to the region1) Forming a set of regional investment projects of the region in all sectors of the economy with a value of less than one hundred and fifty thousand monthly calculation indices;2) Developing the region's investment program to attract investors, taking into account the needs of the region;3) Organizing the work of the regional investment headquarters, which considers problematic issues of the region's investment projects and ensures decision-making;4) Ensuring the submission of information on potential and ongoing investment projects within its competence to the authorized state body through the National Digital Investment Platform;5) Ensuring support for investment projects in the industrial and mining-metallurgical sector included in the set of regional investment projects within its competence on a "single window" principle in interaction with interested institutions;6) Ensuring the initiation of the process of including investment projects within its competence into the national set of investment projects;7) Ensuring support for investment projects, including creating a project passport, developing a roadmap, interacting with state bodies and other organizations to provide services to the investor, as well as implementing projects included in the "green corridor"; Tourism development:1) Development of tourism resources;2) Improving the quality and accessibility of tourism products and services;3) Creating a favorable tourism climate;4) Forming an effective system for promoting the region's tourism potential in domestic and international markets;5) Improving the system of managing and monitoring the development of the tourism sector;6) Developing the tourism industry to meet the needs of citizens when traveling;7) Increasing the income of citizens and the state of the Republic of Kazakhstan and creating new jobs through the development of the tourism industry;8) Developing international relations;9) Attracting domestic and foreign investments to the tourism sector of the region and increasing the region's investment attractiveness.10) Digitalization of the tourism sector, including the development of digital services and platforms in the field of tourism, the use of digital tools to attract investments and develop international cooperation, as well as promoting the tourism potential of the East Kazakhstan Region; Foreign economic relations:1) Ensuring activities in the field of strengthening external relations by coordinating the work of regional departments, territorial subdivisions of central state bodies, and city and district akims.2) Organizing meetings for representatives of the East Kazakhstan Region at republican, interregional, and international events.3) Organizing official receptions and meetings of foreign delegations with the region's leadership; The Head of the Department is Yerzhan Altaevich Sembinov, the Deputy Head is Irina Fedorovna Smith. Identification of corruption risks in regulatory legal acts related to the activities of the analysis object.During the internal corruption risk analysis, 4 risks were identified:Risk 1  "Identification of corruption risks in the organizational and managerial activities of the analysis object during the process of providing support to investors"Indicator – the existence of direct contact between the service provider and the investor during the support processIn accordance with the Entrepreneurial Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, a mechanism for providing land plots as natural grants is envisaged to support investors.The basis for granting a natural grant is an investment agreement signed between the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the investor.In this case, to apply to the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the investor needs to obtain a preliminary consent letter from the local executive body regarding the land plot.Currently, preliminary consent letters are issued in paper form, which may lead to the emergence of corruption risks. To eliminate these risks and reduce costs, it is proposed to digitalize the mechanism for signing and issuing preliminary consent letters through an existing or new information system.We also note the minimal set of documents required from a potential investor, which does not allow for an assessment of the potential investor's financial stability and credibility.Recommendations: Propose to the Authorized Body, the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, regarding the digitalization of procedures for issuing preliminary consent letters within the framework of natural grants for investors, approving an algorithm for providing support to investors, and expanding the list of additional documents for a comprehensive check of the investor's financial risk and credibility. Risk 2 "Identification of corruption risks in regulatory legal acts during the provision of the state service 'Licensing for tour operator activity (tour operating activity)'"Indicator – the absence of legal regulation of a specific issue in the legal actAccording to paragraph 8 of the list of basic requirements of the rules for providing the state service "Licensing for tour operator activity (tour operating activity)", the service recipient (a legal entity of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tourism-vko/press/news/details/1212918?lang=kk

Today, a historic event took place at the Baikonur Cosmodrome: the first test launch of the prospective medium-lift launch vehicle Soyuz-5/Sunkar was successfully carried out from Site 45 as part of the Baiterek Space Rocket Complex.As part of the flight design tests, both the first and second stages of the rocket performed nominally, and a mass-and-dimension simulator payload was successfully placed onto the target trajectory. This launch confirmed the full operational readiness of this complex engineering facility to expand Kazakhstan’s presence in the global space services market. The Baiterek project represents a strategic achievement, enabling the country to transition to operating its own modern launch infrastructure.As part of the project, extensive work was carried out to modernize ground infrastructure, including the construction and adaptation of launch systems, control systems, fueling systems, and safety systems. The implemented solutions ensure a high level of automation in pre-launch operations and meet international reliability standards.The implementation of the Baiterek Space Rocket Complex is one of the most technologically complex projects in recent years. A modern facility has been created that fully meets automation and safety requirements. Today’s launch demonstrates that Kazakhstan has developed all the necessary components for full participation in the global space industry, including its own launch infrastructure, national satellite projects, and highly qualified engineering personnel.The successful launch of the Baiterek rocket complex opens up new opportunities for space exploration. The project also contributes to job creation and expands capabilities for delivering a wide range of spacecraft into orbit. Launch preparations were conducted in strict compliance with technological regulations, with priority given to the uninterrupted operation of all systems and components.More than 40 technical systems are involved in operating the newly created space rocket complex, and their effective integration has been ensured throughout the full testing cycle.The technical capabilities of the Soyuz-5/Sunkar launch vehicle, developed by the Progress Rocket Space Centre, allow it to deliver up to 17 tonnes of payload into low Earth orbit. The rocket is equipped with powerful and proven engines: the RD-171MV on the first stage and the RD-0124MS on the second stage. The use of Fregat upper stages and various payload fairing configurations provides flexibility for a wide range of mission profiles.The Baiterek complex and the Soyuz-5/Sunkar launch vehicle represent the future of environmentally friendly spaceflight, using non-toxic propellants such as kerosene and liquid oxygen. This opens new prospects for scientific development and strengthens the country’s industrial potential.BackgroundBaiterek Joint Venture JSC is a Kazakh-Russian joint enterprise established to implement the space rocket complex project at the Baikonur Cosmodrome. The company is responsible for the development, modernization, and operation of the ground infrastructure for next-generation launch vehicles. The project is being implemented by the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan in cooperation with Russian partners. The Baiterek complex is distinguished by a high level of environmental safety, economic efficiency, and full automation of pre-launch operations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/maidd/press/news/details/1212920?lang=kk

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Criteria for monitoring mobile transfersReceipt by one individual during each of three consecutive calendar months of funds from 100 or more different persons to a bank account(s) that is not intended for business activities, provided that the total amount of receipts for the specified period exceeds 12 times the minimum wage (next is the criterion).Transfer of information by second-tier banksInformation is transmitted to the tax authorities by second-tier banks quarterly until the 15th of the next reporting month (until April 15, 2026, we will receive the first information for January-March 2026) only if the above criteria are met simultaneously.Currently, not all banks have provided information yet. After completing the collection of information from second-tier banks by the tax authorities (previously in May this year), appropriate control measures will be carried out.Actions of the tax authority after receiving the informationAfter receiving the specified information, the state revenue authorities will carry out the following control measures:informing individuals about the need to register as sole proprietors or self-employed;notification of discrepancies identified by the results of desk control upon the expiration of the deadline for submitting tax reports for the tax period:- Sole proprietor on the Tax Register - based on the results of the half-year, after 08/15/2026, 02/15/2027;- Sole proprietor on the generally established regime - after 03/31/2027..Informing the tax foundation does not require a response. Upon the expiration of September 15, 2027 (the deadline for submitting the Declaration of Income and Property, TNF 270.00), a reconciliation of income subject to taxation by an individual will be carried out in order to notify the discrepancies identified by the results of desk control.Suspension of spending operationsThe compliance of an individual with the established criterion is not an independent basis for suspending spending operations on bank accounts.The suspension of expenditure transactions is allowed only in case of non-fulfillment of the notification sent based on the results of desk control, in accordance with the procedure and on the grounds provided for by the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-astana/press/news/details/1212667?lang=kk

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 The Regional Communications Service held a briefing "Out-of-court bankruptcy."During the briefing, the head of the department for work with insolvent debtors of the Department of State Revenues Tobyl Demesinov said,One of the envisaged procedures is out-of-court bankruptcy.To date, the out-of-court bankruptcy procedure can be applied exclusively for debts to banks, microfinance organizations and collection agencies that do not exceed 1,600 times the monthly settlement indicator, which this year is 6,920,000 tenge.To apply for out-of-court bankruptcy, the following conditions must be met in aggregate:lack of ownership of property, including common property;no repayment of debt within 12 months on the date of filing such an application;Repayment is considered to be a payment in the amount exceeding the one-time amount of the monthly calculation indicator valid on the date of payment.carrying out a debt settlement procedure against the debtor;Measures to settle and/or recover debts specified in this sub-clause shall be carried out within a period not exceeding twelve months from the date of occurrence of overdue debts;Requirements for debt settlement do not apply to bank loan agreements and (or) microcredit agreements concluded before January 1, 2025.Non-application of the procedure of extrajudicial or judicial bankruptcy for seven years on the date of application.The law also provides for special conditions:- the requirement of no payments within 12 months does not apply if the citizen received targeted social assistance within the last 6 months;- if the term of default exceeds 5 years, the above conditions shall not apply.You can apply:through PSCs,through the e-government portal (eGov.kz),via the eGov Mobile app.The provision by the debtor of any other documents other than the application is not provided for by law.All applications are sent to the Tazalau information system, where they are automatically checked for compliance with the established criteria.To date, the state revenue bodies of the region have received 16,834 applications for the use of extrajudicial bankruptcy, of which.- bankruptcy procedure is carried out on 1126 applications of citizens (6 months are carried out);- 2496 debtors with a total amount of accounts payable over 4,258.2 million tenge were declared bankrupt and the bankruptcy procedure for them was completed;- 12,085 applications for bankruptcy proceedings were refused (71%).The main reasons for refusals are the availability of repayment within 12 months, the availability of property.The largest number of applications for out-of-court bankruptcy was received in:- Kokshetau PDA - 4255 (25%),- UGD in Tselinograd district - 1864 (11%),- UGD in Akkol district - 1763 (10%).It should be borne in mind that declaring bankrupt entails certain consequences:- ban on obtaining loans from banks and MFIs for a period of 5 years;- repeated bankruptcy is possible only after 7 years;- for 3 years, the acquisition of bankrupt property is monitored. Separately, I will dwell on the changes that came into force on March 19, 2026.First, pawnshops are excluded from the number of creditors when applying extrajudicial bankruptcy. Accordingly, debts to pawnshops are not taken into account.Secondly, if the amount of debt does not exceed 1600 MCI and the term of default exceeds 5 years, the procedure is carried out in an abbreviated manner - within 1 month.These changes are aimed at simplifying the procedure and increasing its accessibility for citizens.Dear citizens, we urge you to carefully assess all legal consequences before filing for bankruptcy.If you have any questions, you can contact the Department of State Revenue by phone 72-12-42.We also inform you that in order to support entrepreneurs and improve the quality of accounting and tax accounting, the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan is holding an action "People's Accountant."        The promotion is held from January 5, 2026 and will last until June 30, 2026.        "People's Accountant" is a free advisory assistance for individual entrepreneurs and small businesses.        Entrepreneurs will be able to get clear and practical explanations on accounting, tax reporting and work in information systems.     Work schedule from March 2026 consultations 2 times a week (Tuesday, Thursday).         Within the framework of the action, consultations are held by professional accountants and auditors, representatives of professional accounting associations and, to clarify the norms of the legislation, the most experienced employees of state revenue bodies.  In Akmola region, the action is held in the Department of State RevenueSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1212694?lang=kk

In the Department of State Revenues in the Akmola region, Russians, Ukrainians, Kazakhs, Tatars, Germans, Balkars, Ingush and representatives of other nationalities work in friendship and harmony.Despite the fact that we are all here of different nationalities and we have different traditions and religions, we are still united and busy with one big thing - serving our Motherland - the Republic of Kazakhstan.Only in unity will we preserve peaceful existence and mutual understanding in our country.May the sky of our homeland shine with peaceful purity! May good deeds be multiplied for the glory of our Motherland! Happy Holiday! Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1212701?lang=kk

    The campaign to improve cash discipline among regional entrepreneurs continues. For example, on April 28, 2026, In accordance with the instructions on restoring order in wholesale food markets, the Department, together with the Tax Administration of Taraz, has continued its extensive explanatory work at the large trade markets of Taraz: Kairkarmet and Auyl Bereke, aimed at strengthening tax discipline and implementing a breakthrough project to bring businesses out of the shadows: "The strength of an entrepreneur lies in honesty, and the protection of consumers lies in the fiscal check."    During the events, entrepreneurs were briefed on the rules for using cash registers, the obligation to issue fiscal receipts, the acceptance of payment by payment cards, and other issues. They were also given memos and warned about the need to strictly comply with tax legislation.Department of Explanatory Work and Contact Center DGD in Zhambyl regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhambyl/press/news/details/1212720?lang=kk

Please accept my sincere congratulations on May 1 – the Day of Unity of the People of Kazakhstan!This holiday symbolizes peace, harmony and mutual respect between representatives of different nationalities.Unity and harmony are the foundation of our country's prosperity.We wish you good health, well-being, happiness and success in all your endeavors!May peace and harmony reign in every home!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl-bilim/press/news/details/1212731?lang=kk

    The Department of State Revenue for the Zhambyl Region held an "Open Door Day" event for students of higher education institutions, schoolchildren, and parents of civil servants, as well as an introduction to the activities of the Department of State Revenue on the topic of "absolute intolerance to corruption."    During the event, Deputy Head of the Department, K. B. Shaiduev, and Head of the Department, E. Nurmahanbetov, presented reports, and slides and videos were shown. The participants were educated about the principles of anti-corruption culture, personal responsibility, and the ideology of "starting with oneself."    After the meeting, students were given a tour of the department building and were presented with information about the activities of the department's structural units. They were provided with specific information about the work and main areas of each department.    The purpose of the event was to raise the legal awareness of young people and demonstrate the openness of the state revenue authorities.Department of Explanatory Work and Contact Center DGD in Zhambyl regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhambyl/press/news/details/1212745?lang=kk

A Kazakh–Danish Business Roundtable was held in Copenhagen, organized by the Embassy of Kazakhstan accredited to Denmark in cooperation with the Confederation of Danish Industry (DI).The Kazakh delegation was led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov. The delegation included representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as senior officials of a number of quasi-governmental entities, such as Baiterek National Managing Holding JSC, Samruk-Kazyna Invest, Kazakhstan Investment Development Fund, and Kazakh Invest.The Danish side was represented by Lars Thuesen, Denmark’s Special Representative for Central Asia (to assume office in August 2026), as well as executives from leading Danish companies, including Carlsberg Group, ALPI Danmark, Blue Water Shipping, Topsoe, Welltec, Caspian Advisory, Citibank, ByteAll and others. The session was moderated by Jens Holst-Nielsen, Director for Global Markets Development at DI. “Kazakhstan is committed to building long-term partnerships in which Danish technologies, capital and expertise combine naturally with Kazakhstan's market scale, resource base and regional potential. We invite Danish companies to consider Kazakhstan as a strategic destination for investment and business expansion”, – emphasized Deputy Minister Kuantyrov.The Deputy Minister also briefed participants on ongoing political and economic reforms in Kazakhstan aimed at enhancing transparency in public administration, strengthening institutional frameworks and further improving the investment climate.During the discussion, participants highlighted the growing interest of Danish businesses in Kazakhstan and the broader Central Asian region. Particular emphasis was placed on the fact that a number of leading Danish companies have been successfully operating in Kazakhstan for many years, building compelling success stories that serve as a reference point for prospective investors.As part of the visit, A. Kuantyrov held a series of bilateral meetings with the leadership of leading Danish companies and institutions.At a meeting with senior management of the Export and Investment Fund of Denmark (EIFO), the parties discussed prospects for expanding the use of the fund’s financial instruments in Kazakhstan, as well as opportunities to deepen cooperation with Baiterek National Managing Holding in support of investment projects.With Carlsberg Group CEO Jacob Aarup-Andersen, discussions focused on the company's plans to expand its production capacity in Kazakhstan, including the development of a new non-alcoholic beverages plant in the Almaty Region representing an investment of USD 344 million.At a meeting with Tony Laaksonen, CEO of FLSmidth, the parties reviewed the expansion of the company's service infrastructure in the mining sector, including the forthcoming inauguration of the expanded service centre in Karaganda.Bilateral meetings were also held with the leadership of Aller Aqua, Welltec and Blue Water Shipping, during which ongoing projects and prospects for expanding their activities in Kazakhstan were discussed. The Kazakh–Danish Business Roundtable served as an important platform for promoting Kazakhstan’s investment potential, fostering direct business contacts between companies of both countries, and identifying practical steps to further deepen bilateral trade and economic cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/invest/press/news/details/1212837?lang=kk

The Department of State Revenue in Astana congratulates you on the Day of Unity of the People of Kazakhstan!This bright holiday, celebrated on May 1, is a symbol of harmony, mutual respect and friendship that unite all citizens of our country.Kazakhstan is a multinational state where unity and harmony are a solid foundation for stability and development. It is through mutual understanding, respect for traditions and cultural diversity that our society is strengthened and conditions for the country's prosperity are created.On this significant day, we wish all Kazakhstanis good health, well-being and confidence in the future. May peace and harmony reign in every home, and our unity only grows stronger every year. May our common home, the Republic of Kazakhstan, prosper!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-astana/press/news/details/1212749?lang=kk

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Kazakhstan Agency of International Development "KazAID" held an introductory lecture for representatives of the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan, aimed at strengthening inter-ministerial cooperation and raising awareness of the mechanisms of international cooperation.During the event, KazAID experts presented key approaches and principles of official development assistance (ODA) and provided a detailed account of its role in promoting sustainable development. Particular attention was paid to how ODA instruments can be applied to the environmental agenda and projects related to environmental protection.In addition, participants were briefed on KazAID’s activities, including its priority areas of work, ongoing projects and the agency’s strategic objectives. Representatives from the Ministry had the opportunity to familiarise themselves with the agency’s current initiatives and potential in the context of environmental programmes and international partnerships.During the meeting, the parties also discussed possible mechanisms for interaction and prospects for further cooperation. The dialogue took place in a constructive atmosphere and laid the foundation for the development of joint initiatives aimed at addressing pressing environmental challenges and achieving sustainable development goals.KazAID will continue its work to expand partnerships with government bodies and promote effective tools for international cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazaid/press/news/details/1212771?lang=kk

30 апреля 2026 года на базе районного Детско-юношеского центра «Жастар» прошел районный этап Международных творческих «Абаевских чтений», посвященных наследию великого мыслителя и поэта Абая Кунанбаева.Этот праздник поэзии и духовности объединил лучших учащихся школ нашего района. Юные таланты соревновались в красноречии, вокальном искусстве и глубоком знании философии великого просветителя. Основная цель конкурса – популяризация классической литературы и поддержка одаренной молодежи.Творческое состязание проходило по 5 номинациям.По итогам конкурсного дня были определены сильнейшие. Четверо учащихся, занявших почетные первые места, получили право представлять наш район на областном этапе конкурса.Поздравляем наших победителей и желаем им творческого вдохновения и блестящих успехов на областном уровне!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu-osakarovka/press/news/details/1212799?lang=kk

Kazakhstan promotes the priorities of financing technologies of the future within the framework of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Development Bank. Additional sources of financing for the economies and infrastructure projects of the SCO member states and partner countries were discussed on April 29-30, 2026 in the city of Xi'an (PRC).The event was attended by Vice Finance Ministers of the SCO member states and partner countries, as well as representatives of the SCO Secretariat. Our country was represented by Vice Minister of Finance Dauren Kenbeil, who took part in the second consultative meeting on the creation of the SCO Development Bank.During the meeting, key parameters of the future financial organization were discussed, including priority areas of financing and capitalization mechanisms.In his remarks, Dauren Kenbeil noted that the SCO Development Bank should become an institution focused on supporting next-generation technologies. Among the priorities identified are projects in the fields of artificial intelligence and biotechnology, as well as the development of mechanisms for the transfer of industrial and “green” technologies, including those from the People’s Republic of China. Special attention was paid to issues of non-sovereign financing, the formation of authorized capital using local currencies, and alternative financial instruments. Following the meeting, the parties agreed to continue high-level consultations. The next meeting is scheduled for May 28–29, 2026, in Bishkek (Kyrgyz Republic). The event also included a meeting with Liao Min, Vice Minister of Finance of the People’s Republic of China. They discussed the final procedures for issuing panda bonds on the Chinese market, as well as financing for the project to build a pumping and filtration station in Astana. Implementing these initiatives will:•    expand Kazakhstan’s access to new sources of financing, including the large Chinese market and the future SCO Development Bank;•    create additional business opportunities in projects related to industry, innovation, and green technologies;•    diversify sources of capital and accelerate the technological development of the economy. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/1212831?lang=kk