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Prospects for Expanding Cooperation Between Kazakhstan and Mongolia Discussed in Ulaanbaatar 14.01.2026
Ulaanbaatar, January 12, 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Mongolia Almas Seitakynov met with Minister of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry of Mongolia – Chair of the Kazakhstan-Mongolia Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic, Scientific and Technical, and Cultural Cooperation (IGC) Myagmarsuren Badamsuren.The meeting was also attended by Minister for Family, Labour and Social Protection Telukhan Aubakir, Member of Parliament – Deputy Chair of the Kazakhstan-Mongolia Parliamentary Friendship Group Khazhekber Jangabyl, as well as Member of Parliament Sarkhad Zulpkhar.During the talks, the parties discussed the current state and prospects of cooperation in agriculture, transport and logistics, light industry, tourism, education and culture, as well as opportunities to increase bilateral trade turnover. Particular attention was paid to expanding direct business-to-business contacts between relevant agencies and the private sector, enhancing cooperation, and implementing joint projects.The parties also noted the important role of parliamentary friendship groups in promoting bilateral relations and strengthening ties between the peoples of the two countries.Following the meeting, an agreement was reached to organize the 10th anniversary meeting of the IGC in Astana in 2026.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-ulaanbaatar/press/news/details/1141109?lang=kk
Social and Charitable Event «New Year's Miracle: The Mystery of the Christmas Tree Ornaments in the Museum-Reserve's Collection» 14.01.2026
A social and charitable event «New Year's Miracle: The Mystery of the Christmas Tree Ornaments in the Museum-Reserve's Collection» was held at the East Kazakhstan Region Museum-Reserve as part of the «Law and Order» program for students of the Main Secondary Boarding School of the Ust-Kamenogorsk City Education Department. During the event, the students learned about the history of Christmas tree ornaments, the development of design, texture, and material from the 1920s to the 1980s, using the museum-reserve's collection as a reference. The museum exhibits delighted the students: a Santa Claus made of sawdust from the 1930s, massive ornaments made of thick glass from the late 1940s, clothespin ornaments from the 1950s, and popular plastic toys from the 1960s. The children participated in a Christmas tree decoration race and danced in a circle. The meeting took place in a warm, festive atmosphere.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-cultura-arhiv/press/news/details/1141127?lang=kk
"New Year 2026-A new hope, a new dream!" an exhibition of drawings was organized. 14.01.2026
To celebrate the New Year with a good mood, to give joy to children in the Bastaushinsky rural library named "New Year 2026-A new hope, a new dream!" an exhibition of drawings was organized. In honor of the weekend, the students drew characters from their favorite fairy tales and fascinating cartoons.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-samar-bastaushy/press/news/details/1141089?lang=kk
WARNING ON PREVENTING POISONING FROM TOXIC GAS! 14.01.2026
Dear city residents, the Shymkent City Environmental Quality and Control Department warns you about the increased incidence of natural gas poisoning during the heating season and urges you to comply with safety requirements. Carbon monoxide (or carbon monoxide, CO) is a colorless, odorless, and extremely dangerous gas. It is therefore difficult to detect, but it can be poisonous and fatal. 🔥 Safety measures 1. Regularly check heating appliances (oven, gas stove, gas water heater). • Inspect and service furnaces, boilers, and gas stoves on a timely basis; • Clean chimneys at least once a year. 2. Provide ventilation • Make sure that ventilation ducts (chimneys) and exhaust fans in the house are open; • Do not block the ventilation holes. 3. Use devices correctly • Do not use the gas stove simply for heating; Do not leave gas appliances open. 4. Install a gas alarm. • Installing a gas alarm at home that detects toxic gas will help you detect danger early. Regularly monitor the operation of the gas valve. If you have any questions, call 8 (7252) 52-02-42, 8701 333 40 15, 8771 165 08-49 City gas technical service. If you smell gas, call the emergency service 104.
Investments in the field of highways of Kostanay region 14.01.2026
Significant investments have been made in the road sector of Kostanay region over the past three years.In the period from 2023 to 2025, a total of 236 billion tenge was allocated for the development of this industry, as a result of which 3,174 kilometers of highways of national and regional significance were repaired.In addition, 1,070 sections of the road network of settlements have been updated.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1141071?lang=kk
A front-line signalman turned 100 in Almaty 14.01.2026
Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/1141046?lang=kk
Qualifying Competition of the 11th International Festival of Robotics, Programming, and Innovative Technologies "RoboLand-2026" 14.01.2026
13 января 2026 года на базе ДЮЦ «Жастар» поселка Осакаровка прошли отборочные соревнования XI Международного фестиваля робототехники, программирования и инновационных технологий «RoboLand-2026».По итогам соревнований по категориям распределены следующие места:"Инженеры будущего - 3D прототипирование" Level - 1 (10-14 лет)I место – команда «Centipede» в составе учащихся КГУ "Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) №12" Кожина Артёма, Насоновой Дарьи (руководитель – Пак А.В.)II место – команда «Жебе» в составе кружковцев КГКП "Детско-юношеский центр "Жастар" Сапара Заңғара, Заханай Ақтілек (руководитель – Пак А.В.)III место – команда «Victory» в составе кружковца КГКП "Детско-юношеский центр "Жастар" Лагуткина Ярослава (руководитель – Пак А.В.)"Инженеры будущего - 3D прототипирование" Level - 2 (15-18 лет)I место – команда «Бриллиант» в составе учащихся КГУ "Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) №12" Райковой Яны, Лейнганг Давида (руководитель – Пак А.В.)II место - команда «Жебе» в составе кружковцев КГКП "Детско-юношеский центр "Жастар" Моцейко Никиты, Визе Снежаны (руководитель – Пак А.В.)III место – команда «CipherClub» в составе учащихся КГУ "Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) №12" Смирнова Павла, Боранбая Мираса (руководитель – Пак А.В.)Большое путешествие (12-15 лет)I место – команда «BitRoborics» в составе учащихся КГУ "Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) на базе гимназии №9" Ашаханова Саида, Бугаева Богдана (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В)II место – команда «Jastar-2» в составе кружковца КГКП "Детско-юношеский центр "Жастар" Дуленцова Александра (руководитель – Құралов Е.Е.)III место – команда «Жастар» в составе кружковцев КГКП "Детско-юношеский центр "Жастар" Молчанова Тимофея, Круч Станислава (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В)III место – команда «ArtSchool» в составе» кружковца ф-ла «Школы робототехники «Art School» Кнуренко Романа (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В)Кегельринг-Квадро Х2 (10-14 лет)I место – команда «BitRobotics» в составе учащихся КГУ "Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) на базе гимназии №9" Кацапова Ильи, Жеңіс Жалғаса (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В)II место – команда «Жастар» в составе кружковцев КГКП "Детско-юношеский центр "Жастар" Паромова Виталия, Плишке Константина (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В)III место – команда «Zhastar-2» в составе кружковца КГКП "Детско-юношеский центр "Жастар" Дмитриева Даниила (руководитель – ҚұраловЕ.Е.)III место – команда «ArtSchool» в составе кружковца ф-ла «Школы робототехники «Art School» Доминовой Ильмиры (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В)Лабиринт. Level - 1 (9-12 лет)I место – команда «BitRobotics» в составе учащегося КГУ "Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) на базе гимназии №9" Аманжола Санжара (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В)II место – команда «FALCON» в составе учащегося КГУ "Общеобразовательная школа №8" Жанабая Жандарбека (руководитель – Темірбай С.Т.)III место – команда «Жастар» в составе кружковца КГКП "Детско-юношеский центр "Жастар" Ломхаева Магамеда (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В.)III место – команда «ArtSchool» в составе кружковца ф-ла «Школы робототехники «Art School» Гринько Арсения (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В)Лабиринт. Level - 2 (13-16 лет)I место – команда «DRAGON» в составе учащихся КГУ "Общеобразовательная школа №8" Абилова Айдына, Кенжебая Мираса (руководитель – Темірбай С.Т.)II место – команда «Жастар» в составе кружковцев КГКП "Детско-юношеский центр "Жастар" Сафина Максима, Доминова Ратмира (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В)II место – команда «BitRobotics» в составе учащегося КГУ "Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) на базе гимназии №9" Курманова Расула (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В)III место – команда «ArtSchool» в составе кружковца ф-ла «Школы робототехники «Art School» Елефтериади Никиты (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В)Минифутбол управляемых роботов (10-14 лет)I место – команда «DRAGON» в составе учащихся КГУ "Общеобразовательная школа №8" Жумабаева Жомарта, Қайрат Нұржігіта (руководитель – Темірбай С.Т.)II место – команда «Сұңқар» в составе учащихся КГУ "Общеобразовательная школа имени А.Байтурсынова" Төлеубекұлы Данияра, Кеншілікұлы Мұхаммедәли (руководитель – Абилгазина Ш.А.)Парный теннис (13-17 лет)I место - команда «DRAGON» в составе учащихся КГУ "Общеобразовательная школа №8" Сағындық Сардара, Ибраева Мирхата (руководитель – Темірбай С.Т.)II место – команда «Ертемір» в составе учащихся КГУ "Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) имени А.Бокейхана" Бирлиг Арманбека, Аманбай Армана (руководитель – Болат Б.)III место - команда «Қайрат» в составе учащихся КГУ "Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) имени А.Бокейхана" Білімхан Аяры, Бахытбекұлы Руслана (руководитель – Болат Б.)Садақ ату (10-14 лет)I место - команда «Джагернаут» в составе учащихся КГУ "Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) имени А.Бокейхана" Ардақұлы Алдияра, Еситхан Исмаил (руководитель – Болат Б.)II место - команда «Ертемір» в составе учащихся КГУ "Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) имени А.Бокейхана" Төлеген Аңсар, Сейтжанова Арлана (руководитель – Болат Б.)Собери робота. Level - 1 (7-8 лет)I место – команда «Мегамозг» в составе учащихся КГУ "Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) имени А.Бокейхана" Съэзд Наркенже, Болат Айсұлтан (руководитель – Болат Б.)II место - команда «Ертемір» в составе учащихся КГУ "Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) имени А.Бокейхана" Амангелді Кәусар, Рымбек (руководитель – Болат Б.)Собери робота. Level - 2 (9-12 лет) I место – команда «Robotenok-3» в составе учащегося КГУ "Общеобразовательная школа №3" Аманжола Темірлана (руководитель – Кореновский Ф.Н.)II место – команда «8bit» в составе учащегося КГУ "Общеобразовательная школа №6" Рыбакова Матвея (руководитель – Саратов В.В.)III место - команда «16bit» в составе кружковца филиал КГКП "Детско-юношеский центр "Жастар" Абдрахманұлы Нияза (руководитель – Саратов В.В.)Теңге алу (11-14 лет)I место – команда «Жастар» в составе кружковца КГКП "Детско-юношеский центр "Жастар" Акижанова Арсена (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В.)II место - команда «Zhastar-2» в составе кружковца КГКП "Детско-юношеский центр "Жастар" Айбек Мустафы (руководитель – Құралов Е.Е.)III место - команда «BitRobotics» в составе учащихся КГУ "Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) на базе гимназии №9" Кехаиди Михаила, Абильдинова Рината (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В)III место – команда «ArtSchool» в составе кружковца ф-ла «Школы робототехники «Art School» Альмухаметова Ильхама (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В)Робогеометрия (10-13 лет)I место - команда «BitRobotics» в составе учащихся КГУ "Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) на базе гимназии №9" Гринько Льва, Исакова Владислава (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В)II место – команда «Zhastar-2» в составе кружковца КГКП "Детско-юношеский центр "Жастар" Баймурата Ахметжана (руководитель – Құралов Е.Е.)III место – команда «Robotenok» в составе учащихся КГУ "Общеобразовательная школа №3" Алябьева Константина, Истианиди Кирилла (руководитель – Кореновский Ф.Н.)III место – команда «Robotenok-1» в составе учащихся КГУ "Общеобразовательная школа №3" Супрунова Данила, Ситникова Евгения (руководитель – Кореновский Ф.Н.)Робогеометрия (14-17 лет)I место – команда «Жастар» в составе кружковца КГКП "Детско-юношеский центр "Жастар" Ахметова Абзала (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В.)II место - команда «BitRobotics» в составе учащегося КГУ "Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) на базе гимназии №9" Бексолтан Султана (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В)III место – команда «32bit» в составе кружковцев филиала КГКП "Детско-юношеский центр "Жастар" Кураева Матвея, Ляшкевич Дениса (руководитель – Саратов В.В.)III место – команда «ArtSchool» в составе кружковца ф-ла «Школы робототехники «Art School» Шағыр Әбильмансура (руководитель – Федоров Ю.В).Поздравляем!!!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu-osakarovka/press/news/details/1141030?lang=kk
Flexible meeting schedule for Altai district akim R.T. Kurmambaev with population for 2026 Chapaevsky rural district 14.01.2026
Flexible meeting schedule for Altai district akim R.T. Kurmambaev with population for 2026 Chapaevsky rural district Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-altay-chapaev/press/news/details/1140983?lang=kk
On the reasons for the refusals to switch to the SNR on the basis of a simplified declaration in connection with the changes in the OKED 14.01.2026
Due to the introduction of the new Tax Code and the transition of taxpayers to a special tax regime (SSR) based on a simplified declaration, cases of refusals to accept notifications of the transition to this regime have become more frequent.Refusals are generated by the information system of the State Revenue Committee due to non-compliance of the declared type of economic activity (OKED) with the requirements of the current General Classifier of Economic Activities.The reason for the refusal is the use by taxpayers of the OKED codes, which have been changed or excluded from the classifier.Thus, by orders of the Committee for Technical Regulation and Metrology of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated October 16, 2023 No. 393-NK and November 28, 2023 No. 468-NK, amendments No. 2 and No. 3 to the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan 03-2019 "General Classifier of Economic Activities" were approved, effective April 1, 2024.In particular: - the OKED 86900 code has been abolished and replaced by codes 86901 and 86909; - code 62022 has been excluded from the classifier and other codes have also undergone changes.In this regard, before submitting a notification of the transition to the Tax accounting System, taxpayers must bring registration data in line with the current version of the OKED classifier by submitting the following documents:- individual entrepreneurs – notifications about the start of activities as sole proprietors (regarding changes in registration data);- to legal entities – applications for changes to information through registration authorities or through the Correspondent's Office of the E-Statistics system.After updating the type of economic activity and subject to compliance with all the conditions for the application of the Tax Code on the basis of a simplified declaration, the taxpayer has the right to re-submit a notification on the applicable tax regime.We remind you that the notification of the transition to the simplified declaration regime must be submitted no later than March 1, 2026.If the notification is not provided, the taxpayer will be recognized as applying the generally established taxation procedure from January 1, 2026.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1140930?lang=kk
МӘЖІЛІС ДЕПУТАТТАРЫ ЖЫЛЫЖАЙ КЕШЕНІНІҢ ЖҰМЫСЫМЕН ТАНЫСТЫ 14.01.2026
МӘЖІЛІС ДЕПУТАТТАРЫ ЖЫЛЫЖАЙ КЕШЕНІНІҢ ЖҰМЫСЫМЕН ТАНЫСТЫШымкент қаласында жұмыс сапарымен жүрген ҚР Парламенті Мәжілісінің депутаттары, «AMANAT» партиясы фракциясының мүшелері Болатбек Нажметдинұлы, Данабек Исабек, Нұрсұлтан Байтөлеусов «ALSERA KZ» ЖШС-нің жылыжай кешеніне арнайы барып, нысанда атқарылып жатқан жұмыстармен танысты. Іс-шараға «AMANAT» партиясы Шымкент қалалық филиалы атқарушы хатшысының орынбасары Ербол Байқонысов, мәслихат төрағасы Бахадыр Нарымбетов, фракция жетекшісі Байкен Әшірбаев, Ауыл шаруашылығы және ветеринария басқармасының басшысы Талғат Мекембаев, қалалық мәслихат депутаттары Бақытжан Позилов, Ерғали Білісбеков, Алия Оспанова, Бекейхан Әбішев, Нұрсұлтан Балаибек қатысты.Құны 650 млн АҚШ долларын құрайтын ірі инвестициялық жоба 2025 жылы іске асырыла бастамақ. Жылыжай кешенінің жылдық өндірістік қуаты 155 мың тоннаға жетсе, жалпы аумағы 650 гектарды құрайды. Жоба екі кезең бойынша жүзеге асырылмақ. Қазіргі таңда бірінші кезең аясында 208 гектар жерді игеру жоспарланып отыр.Жоба толық іске қосылған жағдайда ішкі нарықты жыл он екі ай бойы жаңа піскен көкөніспен қамту мүмкіндігі артып, өндіріс көлемі едәуір ұлғаяды. Сонымен қатар, 5 мыңға жуық жаңа жұмыс орны ашылады деп күтілуде.Мәжіліс депутаты Болатбек Нажметдинұлы мұндай ауқымды жобалардың өңір экономикасын дамытуға серпін беретінін атап өтті. Оның айтуынша, ірі инвестициялық бастамалар ауыл шаруашылығы саласының әлеуетін арттырып, халықты тұрақты жұмыспен қамтуға мүмкіндік береді.Өз кезегінде Данабек Исабек жобаның елдің азық-түлік қауіпсіздігін қамтамасыз етудегі маңызына тоқталып, мемлекет тарапынан инвесторларға көрсетіліп отырған қолдаудың нақты нәтижесін көріп отырғанын жеткізді.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent-auyal-zharuazhalyk/press/news/details/1140917?lang=kk
Temporary procedure for revocation of tax reports 14.01.2026
УDear taxpayers,In order to ensure a timely transition to the chosen tax regime, the State Revenue Committee decided to provide a temporary opportunity to submit a tax application for revocation of tax reporting.This application will be available in the old and new KNP until March 1, 2026, that is, for the transition period.Please note that tax reporting forms (TNFs) are subject to recall in the information system in which they were submitted.:- if the TNF is represented in the new KNP, the application for withdrawal must also be submitted in the new KNP;- if the TNF is represented in the old KNP, the application for withdrawal is submitted in the old KNP.Additionally, we inform you that in accordance with the new Tax Code, the norm providing for the possibility of withdrawal of TNF is excluded. In this regard, this functionality must be used exclusively:- for timely selection of the tax regime;- upon termination of the activity of an individual entrepreneur.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1140825?lang=kk
Action plan to address problematic issues based on meetings between the Akim of the Altai District and residents of the Altai District for the second half of 2025 14.01.2026
Action planto address problematic issuesbased on meetings between the Akim of the Altai District and residents of the Altai Districtfor the second half of 2025Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-altay-chapaev/press/news/details/1140895?lang=kk
Implementation of Key Tasks in Focus 14.01.2026
Today, following the regional governor’s meeting, a district-level meeting was held under the chairmanship of District Akim Zhandos Yerkinbek. During the meeting, key issues discussed at the session chaired by the Prime Minister and the Regional Akim were reviewed, including the development of water supply and wastewater systems, the implementation of water-saving measures, and the introduction of digital technologies.In addition, the meeting addressed preparations for the upcoming National Kurultai to be held in the region. In this regard, a number of specific tasks were assigned to the responsible departments and institutions.At the conclusion of the meeting, Zhandos Yerkinbek emphasized the need to keep the implementation of the assigned tasks under strict control.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1140739?lang=kk
More than 12,000 flight hours: military pilots began training flights 14.01.2026
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National Guard Detains Man Carrying a Bladed Weapon in the City of Konaev 14.01.2026
Servicemen of military unit 3660 of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan detained a civilian carrying a bladed weapon while ensuring public order in the city of Konaev.During patrol duty, the patrol group leader, Junior Sergeant Azamat Baigul, together with patrolmen Private Dosmyrza Myrzakhmet and Private Beksultan Mailybay, were performing service in their assigned area, ensuring the safety and peace of city residents.While on duty, the National Guard servicemen noticed a suspicious man who attempted to flee upon seeing the patrol. After stopping the individual, identifying themselves, and conducting a preliminary search, the servicemen discovered a long-bladed knife (machete) on his person.The detainee was handed over to officers of the Konaev City Police Department for further investigation. A review is currently being conducted regarding this incident.The coordinated and professional actions of the National Guard servicemen contributed to the timely detection and prevention of a potentially dangerous offense. #LawAndOrder#PublicSecurity Press Service of the National GuardMinistry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/1140718?lang=kk
Kazakhstan and the ITU Discuss Strengthening Cooperation and Preparations for the 2026 Plenipotentiary Conference 14.01.2026
Geneva, 13 January 2026 – A meeting took place today between Mr. Kairat Torebayev, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the World Trade Organization and other international organizations, and Ms. Doreen Bogdan-Martin, Secretary-General of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The discussions focused on prospects for further strengthening cooperation between Kazakhstan and the ITU.The Ambassador conveyed to the Secretary-General the official invitation of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan to attend the Regional Ecological Summit, highlighting the importance of enhancing cooperation in the field of digital solutions for sustainable development.The two sides also exchanged views on preparations for the 2026 ITU Plenipotentiary Conference and reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s interest in active and constructive engagement in the work of the International Telecommunication Union.Particular attention was given to opportunities for expanding practical cooperation, including the development of joint initiatives and events involving Kazakh experts on the ITU platform.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-wto/press/news/details/1140698?lang=kk
Efforts to curb illegal street trading continue in the Almalinsky District 14.01.2026
On January 12, 2026, as part of a regular on-site inspection, officers of the Almalinsky District Police Department, together with the Akimat Office of the Almalinsky District of Almaty, carried out activities aimed at preventing illegal street trading within the area bounded by Tole bi, Turkebayev, Karasai Batyr, and Prokofyev streets.As a result of the inspection, cases of illegal trading were identified. Individuals engaged in trading in unauthorized locations were issued warnings, and 15 administrative protocols were drawn up.This issue remains under constant control of the Akimat Office of the Almalinsky District and the Almalinsky District Police Department.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty-almaly/press/news/details/1140699?lang=kk
Tokayev Outlines Foreign Policy, Reform Agenda for 2026 14.01.2026
In an interview with the national newspaper Turkistan, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev summed up the results of 2025 for Kazakhstan's foreign policy and outlined priorities for 2026. According to him, in the second half of 2025, Kazakhstan’s foreign policy gained particular momentum, marked by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s intensive schedule of high-level international engagements across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the United States. Tokayev said the pace and geography of these contacts reflect Kazakhstan’s growing international standing and demand as a responsible actor in global affairs.“I have no desire whatsoever to act as a mediator in international disputes, nor do I have any aspiration to return to work at the UN, despite approaches from several countries. However, I do take part in closed consultations and discussions, especially since heads of a number of states are interested in my opinion. I do not need media coverage of this important work, I am far from populism. It seems that for participants in behind-the-scenes consultations, this point is also important,” President Tokayev said.Tokayev stressed that Kazakhstan’s geographic position obliges the country to pursue a balanced, independent, and principled foreign policy, including active participation in shaping global discussions.Transit and logistics as a strategic priorityTokayev described transit and logistics as a cornerstone of Kazakhstan’s long-term strategy, emphasizing the country’s unique position at the crossroads of major continental routes.“For our country, strengthening its transit and logistics potential is a task of strategic importance. Despite having no direct access to the sea, Kazakhstan is located at the center of the Eurasian continent at the intersection of most transit corridors. This is a major advantage that we must skillfully use for the benefit of the country,” he said.According to him, Kazakhstan aims to transform itself into a major transport hub of Eurasia, supported by large-scale rail and road infrastructure projects, including new railway lines and the Center–West highway, which will significantly shorten travel distances between regions.Kazakhstan has also developed a transport system that extends beyond its borders, forming a network of cargo terminals stretching from the Yellow Sea to the Black Sea. Tokayev also emphasized that 12 international transport corridors pass through the country, handling the majority of land freight between China and Europe.“Of course, all this does not mean that we can count on easy revenues. Competition in this sector is intensifying, since transport and logistics have become an integral part of geopolitics,” he said.Tokayev highlighted that Kazakhstan remains actively engaged in developing the Belt and Road Initiative, the North–South corridor, and the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, while welcoming China’s participation in the Middle Corridor.Political continuity and reformsTokayev rejected claims that parliamentary reform is designed to elevate the speaker’s role for personal political purposes, calling such assertions unfounded.“The discussion of all reforms most important for the country is put to a nationwide referendum. There are no hidden meanings here. My position is well known – political reforms will continue. Some long-term plans, as always, will be announced soon,” he said.Looking forward, Tokayev described the coming year as decisive, with major political developments expected to shape Kazakhstan’s trajectory for decades. He confirmed that a constitutional reform referendum has already been announced and that work is underway on extensive amendments on a scale comparable to adopting a new constitution.Reflecting on Kazakhstan’s 35 years of independence, Tokayev said the country has overcome skepticism and external doubts through sustained state-building and reform.“Reality has refuted those forecasts. Kazakhstan has emerged as a successful state with a dynamically developing economy and authoritative international positions. But ahead lies a colossal volume of work that must be carried out by both experienced professionals and young people,” he said.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-roma/press/news/details/1140700?lang=kk
Yerzhan Kazykhan appointed representative of the President of Kazakhstan in negotiations with the United States 14.01.2026
Ambassador Erzhan Kazykhan has been appointed as the Representative of the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev for negotiations with the United States on priority issues of bilateral cooperationSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-geneva/press/news/details/1140703?lang=kk
Online submission of documents for admission to NIS is now available on eGov.kz portal and in eGov Mobile app 14.01.2026
Applications for participation in the competition for educational grants of Nazarbayev Intellectual Schools are accepted on the eGov.kz portal and via the eGov Mobile application. Applications for participation in the competition may be submitted by the parents or legal guardians of children who are studying in grade 6 at the time of application.For the first time, the submission of applications for admission and participation in the competitive selection for enrollment in NIS under an educational grant has been automated through the eGov.kz portal and the eGov Mobile application. The application submission period started on January 5 and will end on February 9, 2026. Applications may also be submitted offline through the admissions committees of NIS branches (for more details, please visit the NIS website).The competition is held for admission to grade 7. Participation is open exclusively to students who are enrolled in grade 6 at general education institutions. Re-enrollment in the same grade is not allowed. Students currently enrolled in grades 7–9, as well as applicants with previously submitted applications or existing absences, shall not be permitted to participate in the competition.To use the service on the eGov.kz portal, the user needs to:- sign in to the eGov.kz portal and go to the "For Citizenry" - "Education" - "Secondary Education";- select the service “Submission of documents for the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan’s ‘Örken’ Educational Grant Competition”;- complete the application form and upload the necessary documents:- sign the request using one of the available signing methods;- in your personal account (in "History of Obtained Services" section) familiarize with a notification on application processing status, which will be sent within the specified time. The service can be accessed via the eGov Mobile application in the “eGov – Public Services” section - “Education.”The service is provided free-of-charge. In cases where a child has not studied in Kazakhstan, when submitting an application the user must upload an electronic copy of the child’s academic record or a certificate from the school indicating the grade level, academic year, and date of issuance of the document, as well as a digital color photograph of the student in 3×4 format that meets the established requirements. Data from identity documents and birth certificates is automatically uploaded from the state information systems.The public service was launched thanks to the cooperation of the Public Services Committee of the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan, National Information Technologies JSC and Ministry of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola-selinograd/press/news/details/1140671?lang=kk