In the presence of Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Minister of Foreign Affairs Yermek Kosherbayev and Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations – Rector of the University of Chile Marwal signed a Memorandum of Understanding between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the United Nations University.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-geneva/press/news/details/1129318?lang=kk

In April of this year, the Republican action "Demand a check-win a prize!" Started, in May the motivational action "Baige," the pilot project Salyq cashback and a draw from Halyk Bank.The purpose of this action: the fight against the shadow economy, consumer protection, support for bona fide business.Participating in the action, citizens won prizes by sending checks through the Amian mobile application.Motivational action called "Bige." Within the framework of this action, the winners in each region of the country were determined quarterly, a prize of 100,000 tenge will be awarded to one of the 50 most active users in the region.In addition, since May 19, 2025, a drawing from Halyk Bank has been held in Akmola region, in which checks from transactions with Bank cards in the Bank's POS terminals take part. The winners of the draw were selected randomly using the live RANDOM.ORG website.At the end of November, 10 winners were identified in Akmola region - a resident of the city of Kokshetau Erkenur Tazhibaeva, residents of Akkol district Zhanna Nurmagambetova, Gulvira Alaukhanova and Pavel Poloukhov, Zhaksynsky district Inna Garmashova and Zhanat Dyusyupova, a resident of Burabay district Samal Tashenova, the city of Atbasar Bekbol Begalin, Zharkainsky district Asem Zhanadilova and a resident of the city of Esil Rodislav Agzamov.Congratulations to the winners!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1129305?lang=kk

Shymkent Mayor Gabit Syzdykbekov held his traditional annual meeting with representatives of the business community. The event became an important platform for open dialogue between entrepreneurs and the mayor's office on issues related to entrepreneurship development and improving the city's investment climate. The meeting discussed a wide range of pressing issues directly impacting business development. Particular attention was paid to measures to support small and medium-sized businesses, including reducing the special tax rate from 4% to 2%, as well as other systemic issues that promote sustainable economic growth. Gabit Syzdykbekov also noted the implementation of a number of investment projects aimed at strengthening the economy and creating new jobs. In the first 11 months of this year, the volume of investment attracted to Shymkent exceeded 715.2 billion tenge. Furthermore, agreements were signed at the Global Investment Forum in Astana to implement five major projects worth a total of USD 863 million. The mayor also emphasized the importance of registering businesses directly in Shymkent. He stated that the practice of locating production in the city but legally registering them in other regions does not contribute to the full replenishment of the local budget and hinders the development of the city's economy. At the end of the meeting, the city mayor expressed gratitude to entrepreneurs for their active participation in implementing joint initiatives. "We highly value the constructive cooperation between entrepreneurs and joint initiatives to stabilize prices and curb inflation. This is especially important for city residents. Supporting business directly impacts the quality of life of our citizens and economic development," the mayor noted. In addition, the mayor awarded several business representatives with letters of gratitude for their contributions to Shymkent's socio-economic development and for demonstrating high levels of social responsibility. Press service of the Akim of Shymkent

Akim of Almaty, Darkan Satybaldy, met with the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Bakhtiyor Ibrahimov.The parties discussed issues of strengthening trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian ties, as well as exchanging experience in the field of tourism.The head of the metropolis noted the positive dynamics of trade turnover between Almaty and Uzbekistan, which over 9 months of the current year grew by almost 20% to 850 million US dollars. The city of Almaty accounts for about one-fifth of the total trade turnover between the two countries. There are 4,174 enterprises with Uzbek capital registered in Almaty.In turn, the Ambassador of the neighboring state emphasized that these figures indicate a high level of trust and partnership between the parties.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/1129250?lang=kk

A meeting of the Council of agro-industrial complex and food industry of the Chamber of Entrepreneurs of Akmola region was held in Kokshetau.     The event was attended by employees of the Department of State Revenues in Akmola region, representatives of other government agencies and entrepreneurs. Ainur Yelikbayeva, Head of the Department of State Revenues, informed about changes in tax legislation in the rural economic sphere, as well as key changes in the procedure for submitting tax reports.District and city branches of the Chamber of Entrepreneurs took part in the event through video conferencing.During the meeting, key issues directly affecting the sustainable development of the agricultural sector of the region were touched upon: land management, features of spring sowing, measures of state and financial support, issues of transportation and provision of wagons, as well as innovations introduced by the new Tax Code.As an open dialogue was noted, the joint search for solutions and coordinated actions will allow to qualitatively prepare for the upcoming agricultural season and ensure the further development of the agro-industrial complex of Akmola region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1129267?lang=kk

The meeting was organized on the eve of New Year's events and was of a preventive and explanatory nature.During the Conversation, special attention was paid to the formation of anti-corruption policy? compliance with the established anti-corruption restrictions and requirements for civil servants, personal responsibility of managers for the actions of subordinates; strict compliance with the norms of the Code of ethics of civil servants.Following the meeting, the team was given recommendations on strengthening the principles of Public Service, compliance with the norms of official ethics, Business appearance and correct behavior.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola-zhaksy/press/news/details/1129274?lang=kk

Today, District Akim Zhandos Erkinbek held a personal reception of citizens, listening to residents’ requests and proposals. About 20 citizens attended the reception, which was conducted on a first-come, first-served basis.The main issues raised included housing provision, employment, entrepreneurship, street lighting, and road repairs.During the reception, the district head listened carefully to each resident’s individual concerns and provided explanations on a number of issues in accordance with the law.He emphasized that all the issues raised would be taken under control and assigned relevant tasks to the heads of the responsible sectors to ensure effective solutions.It should be noted that residents can make an appointment with the district akim via the egov.kz portal, the e-otinish.kz platform, or by submitting a written application to the akimat.         Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1129276?lang=kk

In Kostanay, as part of a good tradition, the lighting of the lights of the main New Year tree took place, which gave an official start to the New Year's celebrations in the regional center.At the same time, New Year's illumination was turned on at four more city venues — on Zhastar Boulevard (KSK), as well as in the Airport, Yubileyny and Konai neighborhoods.On the eve of the winter school holidays, the main focus is on creating safe and comfortable conditions for active recreation of citizens, especially children. Currently, there are outdoor ice rinks in the Yubileyny microdistrict and on Zhastar Boulevard (KSK), accessible to everyone. The installation of ice figures, slides and a snow maze is being completed.At the end of the event, the mayor of the city congratulated Kostanay residents on the upcoming New Year, wishing them good health, prosperity and confidence in the future, noting that 2026 should be a time of good changes and new opportunities for every resident of the city. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1129215?lang=kk

Today, adviser to the prime minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yeraly Tugzhanov together with Deputy akim of the region Ardak Zebeshev visited Besaryk village of Syrdarya district. In this village, the program "Auyl amanaty", initiated by President Kassym-Jomart Kemelovich, aimed at improving the life and well-being of the rural population, is being successfully implemented. At the production site created by Abay Daulet LLP, 13 business initiatives of rural residents are concentrated. There are workshops for the production of semi-finished products, plastic containers, wooden products, textiles, soap, confectionery. The production capacity of a multidisciplinary company engaged in crop, poultry, animal husbandry, production of construction products is growing. Adviser to the prime minister got acquainted with the work of the Agro-Industrial Cooperative" Syr Kus "on the initiative of" Abay-Daulet " LLP. The production cooperative was created within the framework of the program" Auyl amanaty " and received млн 27.6 million. tenge received a preferential loan. Small poultry farms (ptichnik) are built. Each is fed 1500 heads of broiler chickens (4500 chickens in total) brought from Taraz. The peculiarity of broilers lies in the meat, which is slaughtered in 30-55 days and gives 2.0 -2.5 kg of meat in a short time. Last year, the Syrdarya cooperative produced 29.7 tons of poultry meat, this year-9.6 tons of products. In general, two cooperatives (AIC"Syr Kus", AIC "Shieli Kus") have been created in the region, and 6 Typical poultry farms (ptichnik) with 4,500 heads of poultry are operating. Last year, 85.3 tons of chicken meat were produced in the region, of which 38.3 tons, that is, 46%, are accounted for by these cooperatives. This year, these cooperatives produced 46 tons of chicken meat and offered it to the villagers at favorable prices. It should be noted that "Abay Daulet" LLP has allocated more than 1.5 billion tenge for the development of the village since 2018. The funds were directed to the improvement, landscaping, repair of social facilities, such as a school for 360 children, a kindergarten for 120 children and an outpatient clinic. Yeraly Tugzhanov noted that one of the main tasks is to increase the income of the rural population, bring the economy to high indicators, and gave a positive assessment of the work done in the Syrdarya region. In Besaryk village, the projects implemented under the program" Auyl amanaty " should be distributed not only in the region, but also in all regions of the Republic.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-syrdarya/press/news/details/1129230?lang=kk

       There are more than 50 people between the ages of 20 and 65 on probation records. Among them are those convicted of theft, fraud, alimony evasion and other crimes.              The meeting was organized by representatives of the Antares Public Foundation. The goal is to increase legal literacy and provide assistance to vulnerable categories of citizens: the poor, large families, single mothers.           Duman Duyusenbayev, a lawyer at the foundation, explained what issues convicts can apply for legal assistance with, how soon appeals are considered and what documents are needed. The participants were also told about the types of support provided by the probation service and the Antares Foundation. Many students face issues of divorce, alimony, division of property, debts and other disputes. During the meeting, they received answers to their legal questions.           According to Bauyrzhan Yerdenbekov, the head of the Urdzhar district probation service, such events are planned to be held regularly.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/duisabai/press/news/details/1129193?lang=kk

             At the Semey secondary security facility, a 27-year-old convict registered a marriage with his 25-year-old lover.                  The registration of the newlyweds was conducted by an employee of the RAGS. The ceremony was held in compliance with all the traditions of the solemn event and quarantine restrictions.            A 27-year-old convict, a resident of the Almaty region, was sentenced to three years in prison in 2022 for making counterfeit payment cards.              — My beloved and I were classmates from the first to the eleventh grade. So, slowly, I fell in love. Her family was well-off, and I grew up with parents who abused alcohol, and I had practically no means of supporting myself. But for every holiday, I tried to find a gift for her," the convict shared.               The marriage registration procedure is no different from the usual one. The only difference is that the bride must arrive at the institution and confirm her consent to the ceremony in writing. After that, the staff submits an application to the local RAGS, which registers the marriage directly in the correctional facility.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/duisabai/press/news/details/1129137?lang=kk

         For the first time, a master class on cooking cold dishes and snacks was held at institution No. 23.                 The purpose of the event is to adapt educational programs to modern labor market requirements and improve the quality of vocational training among convicts. About ten women serving their sentences took part in the master class. They showed interest in learning new professional skills. The lesson was conducted by the deputy director of the Zharminsky Technological College, Raigul Itbayeva. The participants got acquainted with the basics of culinary business, sanitary requirements, safety standards, as well as the principles of labor organization in the production kitchen. In addition to the practical part, modern teaching methods, innovative cooking technologies and trends in catering were discussed.            — Within the framework of the tasks set, it is planned to update vocational training courses for convicts in correctional institutions, taking into account the demand on the labor market. To this end, cooperation is underway with educational organizations and regional offices of the Atameken National Chamber of Entrepreneurs. Female convicts eagerly took part in the master class, striving to gain knowledge and skills that will help them successfully adapt to society after their release," said Altynai Ultambayeva, Senior Inspector for the organization of convict labor.             Conducting such events contributes to social rehabilitation and the formation of sought-after competencies of the SRSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/duisabai/press/news/details/1129168?lang=kk

The Chairman of the Ust-Kamenogorsk Maslikhat and the chairmen of the standing committees informed in detail about the initiatives implemented, decisions taken and the main areas of activity of the maslikhat.During the meeting, the participants asked interesting questions and made suggestions on the most pressing issues. The questions related to cleaning sidewalks, roads and driveways in winter, carrying out average road repairs, installing video surveillance at warm stops to prevent cases of vandalism, repairing sports grounds, lighting poles, installing water supply and sewerage networks and other relevant topics.All appeals, questions and suggestions received during the meeting were recorded and taken under the control of the Ust-Kamenogorsk city Maslikhat for further consideration and execution by the responsible state bodies.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ukmaslihat/press/news/details/1129171?lang=kk

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On December 18, 2025, the ethics commissioner of the Ministry, together with the legal department, held a training seminar on the topic: "Official ethics, professional responsibility and anti-corruption prevention".During the event, the main requirements of official ethics, principles of legality, proper performance of duties and personal responsibility of civil servants were explained to the participants.A separate block was devoted to the behavior of civil servants during holidays and weekends, with an emphasis on the need to observe restraint and norms of official ethics.Attention is also drawn to the inadmissibility of appearing in public places, driving vehicles, as well as the use of alcohol, narcotic and other psychoactive substances in a state incompatible with the requirements of official reputation and professional ethics.In addition, practical recommendations during inspections and business trips, including foreign ones, with an emphasis on compliance with the official framework, prevention of conflict of interests and refusal to receive gifts and other illegal benefits are considered.At the end of the seminar, the importance of strict observance of ethical norms and professional discipline was noted as a key factor of public trust in public service.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1129002?lang=kk

16 декабря 2025 года в период с 12:00 до 13:00 часов егеря КГУ «Учреждение по охране лесов и животного мира Кордайского района» в ходе планового рейдового мероприятия задержали внедорожный автомобиль марки «JMC Dadao» на территории лесничества «Аныракай», входящего в зону государственного заказника «Жусандала». На месте происшествия были обнаружены туши 2 особей джейрана, занесённого в Красную книгу Республики Казахстан, 2 особи птицы кеклик, а также 5 единиц охотничьего оружия. В настоящее время все материалы по данному факту переданы в Кордайский районный отдел полиции, проводятся соответствующие следственные мероприятия.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhambyl-tabigat/press/news/details/1129034?lang=kk

On December 19, 2025, a meeting of the Maslikhat Standing Committee on budget, finance and socio-economic development of Ulken Naryn district was held. The agenda included reports by Akim of the rural district of Maratbekov Daulet Maratbekuly, akim of Novopolyakovsky rural district Baibusunov Sergan Toktorbekovich "On preparation and preparedness for the flood season of akimats of Ulken Naryn, Novopolyakovsky rural districts", as well as a report by the head of the Department of Economics and Finance Akimbetova Elvira Zheneskanovna "On the implementation of social support measures for young professionals who arrived to the Ulken Naryn region in accordance with the program "With a diploma – to the village".The meeting was attended by Chairman of the commission D. Verigin, members of the commission T. Kambarov, R. Zhomartov. The deputies asked relevant questions and received answers. Following the meeting, a number of recommendations were made and relevant resolutions were adopted.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/maslikhat-ulken-naryn/press/news/details/1128985?lang=kk

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Minimum pension savings thresholds for 2026 have been published   In compliance with the Social Code's requirement that the UAPF annually, no later than five working days after the official publication of the law on the republican budget for the following financial year, publish in the media, as well as on its own website, the minimum adequacy thresholds (MAT) for pension savings calculated for the upcoming year, the Fund announces the MAT for 2026. As a reminder, the MAT is the minimum amount of pension savings (formed through compulsory pension contributions) required to provide a contributor with a monthly pension no less than the minimum pension. This is an estimated amount of pension savings, calculated based on current and projected socio-economic indicators, the minimum pension, minimum wage, subsistence level, as well as inflation and investment returns. In other words, the minimum adequacy threshold is the minimum amount that must remain in the account for the contributor, upon reaching retirement age, to receive pension payments (taking into account the minimum basic pension benefit) no less than the minimum pension.The MAT is calculated in accordance with the methodology for determining the minimum adequacy threshold for pension savings (hereinafter referred to as the Methodology) (approved by Government Resolution No. 521 of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated June 30, 2023 (hereinafter referred to as Resolution No. 521)).According to the Methodology, the following socioeconomic indicators for 2026, defined by the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan On the Republican Budget for 2026-2028, were used to calculate the MAT for 2026:1) minimum wage – 85,000 tenge;2) minimum pension – 69,049 tenge;3) subsistence minimum – 50,851 tenge.As a result, the MAT in 2026 has been increased by an average of 10%, which is generally consistent with current and projected inflation rates.Video commentary – on БЖЗҚЕНПФ YouTube-channel. UAPF was founded on August 22, 2013 on the basis of GNPF APF JSC. The founder and shareholder of the UAPF is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan represented by the State Institution Committee of State Property and Privatization of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Trust management of UAPF pension assets is carried out by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In accordance with the pension legislation, the UAPF attracts compulsory pension contributions, employer’s compulsory pension contributions, compulsory occupational pension contributions, voluntary pension contributions, as well as carries out enrollment and accounting of voluntary pension contributions formed at the expense of the unclaimed amount of guaranteed compensation for the guaranteed deposit, transferred by the organization carrying out mandatory guarantee of deposits, in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On mandatory guarantee of deposits placed in second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan", ensures the implementation of pension benefits. The Fund also carries out accounting of target assets and target requirements, accounting and crediting of target savings (TS) to target savings accounts, payments of TS to their recipients in bank accounts, accounting for returns of TS in the manner determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the National Fund for Children program (More details at www.enpf.kz)  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-mendykarin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1128962?lang=kk

On 18 December 2025, the Department of State Revenue for the East Kazakhstan Region held an Open Day for students of higher educational institutions of the region, timed to coincide with the Day of Independence of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The event was organized to familiarize young people with the activities of the state revenue authorities, increase interest in public service, and attract students for industrial internships and subsequent employment within the Department.During the Open Day, representatives of the Department informed participants about the key areas of activity of the state revenue authorities, their role in ensuring the country’s economic security and replenishing the state budget, as well as the requirements and opportunities for entering the civil service. Students received information on internship procedures, internship conditions, and career development prospects.As part of the event, speakers addressed issues of anti-corruption, highlighting the anti-corruption measures implemented within the state revenue authorities aimed at ensuring transparency, legality, and adherence to the principles of integrity in public service.The program also included introductory meetings with specialists from structural divisions, presentations, and a guided tour of the Department’s museum.After the official part of the event, students were shown modern instruments and technical equipment used for customs inspection and examination in the practical work of customs posts.The Open Day became an important step in strengthening cooperation between government bodies and educational institutions, as well as in developing the human resources potential of the state revenue authorities of the East Kazakhstan Region.@amanzholov_universitySource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1128925?lang=kk