On April 8, 2026, at the Chamber of Entrepreneurs of the Zhambyl Region, the Department of State Revenue, together with the Department of State Revenue of Taraz, held an explanatory seminar for business entities on the topic "Product Labeling and Control".🔹 During the seminar, the Head of the Department's Department, E. Nurmahanbetov, focused on the main innovations in the "Product Labeling" system. This included: the purpose of labeling: 1) combating the shadow economy, this method puts a barrier to counterfeit and illegal products; 2) protecting business. Honest entrepreneurs work in equal conditions. Equal conditions are created for all entrepreneurs; 3) protecting the consumer. The buyer can be sure of the quality of the product. What products are included in the list of products subject to mandatory labeling (tobacco products; footwear products; medicines; saiga derivatives; brewing products; motor oils). The labeling system allows for real-time control of product circulation.▫️ The next speaker was Kadyrbek B., Head of the Department of Indirect Taxes, who explained the issues of marking excise goods (tobacco and beer products) in more detail.▫️ During the seminar, the participants were also provided with explanations on the National Product Catalogue and the need to switch to version 2.0.3 of the protocol for cash registers.🔹 At the end of the seminar, the speakers answered the participants' questions regarding product labeling within their area of expertise.Department of Explanatory Work and Contact Center DGD in Zhambyl regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhambyl/press/news/details/1197704?lang=kk

Riga, April 9, 2026 - A meeting was held between Dauren Karipov, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Atis Švinka, Minister of Transport of the Republic of Latvia.The parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of transport cooperation, including the expansion of transit routes, infrastructure modernization, and the development of multimodal logistics chains. Particular attention was paid to cargo transportation through Latvian ports, the use of Latvia’s railway infrastructure to expedite the delivery of Kazakhstani goods to EU countries, as well as issues related to the digitalization of cargo handling processes and the simplification of customs procedures.The Co-Chairs of the Kazakhstan-Latvia Business Council, Roman Abenov and Rinalds Plavnieks, who participated in the meeting, put forward a number of specific proposals for expanding cooperation between the two countries in the field of transport and logistics.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-riga/press/news/details/1197706?lang=kk

Yerevan, April 8, 2026 – During his official visit to Yerevan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held talks with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia Ararat Mirzoyan.The parties thoroughly reviewed the current state and prospects for further strengthening the multifaceted mutually beneficial cooperation. During the negotiations special attention was paid to trade and economic cooperation, as well as to the issues of the transit and transport potential. The important role of the Intergovernmental Commission and the Kazakh-Armenian Business Council was emphasized.«An important task for us is to promote both qualitative and quantitative growth in mutual trade turnover. This can be facilitated by the diversification of trade, the creation of opportunities for the mutual promotion of new types of goods in the markets of our countries», Minister Kosherbayev said.The parties highlighted the existence of a solid basis for strengthening trade relations, which is formed by over 100 enterprises with Kazakh capital registered in Armenia and more than 400 Armenian companies operating in Kazakhstan.Minister Kosherbayev informed his counterpart about the diverse package of preferences provided to investors in Kazakhstan. He expressed confidence that combining the potentials of the two countries would significantly enhance investment cooperation.Cooperation in the field of artificial intelligence and digitalization was identified as a promising and mutually beneficial area. In this regard, the successful project to establish a branch of the Armenian educational center “TUMO Astana” in Kazakhstan was noted. The Kazakh Foreign Minister also expressed interest in implementing joint initiatives aimed at developing the innovation ecosystem and promoting domestic technological solutions.Nuclear energy, pharmaceuticals, higher education and healthcare were also considered as new and promising areas of partnership.The Kazakh Foreign Minister drew attention to the initiative of President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to establish an International Water Organization with the UN system aimed at enhancing global cooperation in the sustainable management of water resources.The parties also discussed issues related to regional transport connectivity, emphasizing that transit and logistics interconnectivity creates new opportunities for integrating the markets of Central Asia and the South Caucasus. The dynamics of resolving issues related to the resumption of direct flights between the cities of Kazakhstan and Armenia was welcomed.The interlocutors exchanged views on current issues on the regional and international agenda, paying special attention to strengthening peace and stability in Central Asia and the South Caucasus. Constructive cooperation within the framework of international organizations was also noted.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1197637?lang=kk

      Комитет государственных доходов в рамках проводимой цифровизации налогового администрирования реализует мероприятия по полной автоматизации процессов камерального контроля.      Автоматизация охватывает весь цикл работы с уведомлениями камерального контроля, включая их формирование, контроль исполнения и неисполнения, а также применение соответствующих налоговых мер. Данная работа направлена на минимизацию человеческого фактора, исключение коррупционных рисков и недопущение необоснованного применения мер налогового администрирования.      Вместе с тем, при внедрении новой методики автоматизации выявлена ошибка, в результате которой произошло необоснованное приостановление расходных операций по банковским счетам по отдельным уведомлениям камерального контроля.      На сегодняшний день указанная ошибка устранена. Проводятся работы по отзыву ранее сформированных распоряжений о приостановлении расходных операций по банковским счетам, часть из которых уже отозвана. Работы будут завершены 10.04.2026 года     Комитет государственных доходов приносит извинения за доставленные неудобства и сообщает, что в настоящее время система функционирует в штатном режиме.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1197644?lang=kk

As part of a working trip, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the National Guard of the Republic of Kazakhstan for logistics, Colonel Yerbol Qumarbekuly, visited Regional Command “Batys,” where he reviewed the activities of military units 6655, 5517, and 5546.The purpose of the visit was to assess the combat capabilities of the units, the condition of their material and technical base, and to hold meetings with personnel.During the trip, Colonel Yerbol Qumarbekuly inspected military infrastructure facilities, evaluated the level of equipment and armament of the units, and paid particular attention to issues of combat training and the professional proficiency of servicemen.In addition, the Deputy Commander-in-Chief reviewed the progress of barracks construction for servicemen in the cities of Uralsk and Atyrau. He noted that creating modern and comfortable living conditions for personnel is one of the priority areas in the development of military infrastructure of the law enforcement troops.Following the visit, a high level of discipline, cohesion, and training of the personnel was noted and received a positive assessment from the leadership.As part of the working trip, a meeting with servicemen was also held, during which current service-related issues, assigned tasks, and prospects for further development of the units were discussed. Press Service of the National GuardMinistry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/1197587?lang=kk

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On April 7, 2026, the XIX Regional Spartakiad among civil servants of cities and districts, regional departments, and territorial divisions officially started in the East Kazakhstan Region.The organizers of this sporting event are the Department of the Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Civil Service Affairs in the East Kazakhstan Region and the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the region.The main goal of the Spartakiad is to engage civil servants in regular physical activity and sports, promote a healthy lifestyle, and strengthen the positive image of public service.As part of the Spartakiad, competitions are being held in the following sports: volleyball, mini-football, table tennis, swimming, togyzkumalak, chess, tug of war, archery, basketball, and Kazakh wrestling.On the opening day, April 7, chess competitions took place. According to the results, the team of the State Revenue Department of the East Kazakhstan Region demonstrated a high level of preparation and won first place in the overall team standings.In the individual category, among 30 participants, Almas Chilikpayev, Head of the VAT Tax Audit Department of the Indirect Tax Administration Division, took an honorable second place.We congratulate our colleagues on their well-deserved victory and wish them continued success and new achievements!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1197570?lang=kk

Singapore, 8 April 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Singapore Askar Kuttykadam held a meeting with Director of the International Affairs Division of the Ministry of Digital Development and Information of Singapore Choy Yong Cong to discuss prospects for bilateral cooperation in digitalization, artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity and GovTech.The Kazakh diplomat emphasized that digitalization and AI are becoming the foundation of a new economic model of the country. In this regard, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev declared 2026 the Year of Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence, setting an ambitious task for the Government to transform Kazakhstan into a fully-fledged digital nation within the next 3 years.The Singaporean side was informed that Kazakhstan has established a legal and institutional framework for the large-scale implementation of AI technologies across all sectors of the economy, including the adoption of the Law «On the Development of Artificial Intelligence» and the Digital Code. The Ambassador particularly stressed that the new Constitution of Kazakhstan for the first time enshrines digital rights of citizens, which is especially important in the context of rapid digitalization and growing cybercrime.The Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development, the International AI Center Alem.ai, and the Council for AI Development under the President of Kazakhstan are functioning effectively.Regarding the GovTech sector, it was noted that Kazakhstan ranks 24th out of 193 countries in the United Nations E-Government Development Index. In addition, the country is among the world’s top ten in terms of the quality of online public services.From the perspective of digital infrastructure development, information was provided on the launch of the Alem.Cloud and AL Farabium supercomputing clusters, the establishment of a sovereign computing hub in partnership with NVIDIA, and the implementation of the comprehensive «Data Center Valley» project.In the context of human capital development, it was noted that, by instruction of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, an AI University will be established in Kazakhstan in 2026.Choy Yong Cong positively assessed Kazakhstan’s progress and, for his part, informed about certain aspects of Singapore’s advanced experience in this field. In particular, he highlighted the work of the National AI Council, the new AI park in the «One-North» research and high-tech cluster, the development of professional competencies and AI literacy, and measures to support the adoption of AI technologies at the level of small and medium-sized enterprises.In light of the evident achievements of both countries in digitalization and AI, the parties shared the view that there are strong prospects for joint cooperation. As positive steps in this direction, they noted the meeting of the delegation of the «Singapore Cooperation Enterprise» development cooperation agency with representatives of the Ministry of Digital Development of Kazakhstan in March 2026, as well as the opening of the Kazakhstan-Singapore Center for Quantum Technologies at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University.A.Kuttykadam and Choy Yong Cong exchanged views on the possibility of participation of official representatives and companies of both countries in профильных international forums and exhibitions in Kazakhstan and Singapore throughout 2026, including the «AI&Digital Bridge» forum in Astana in October 2026 and «Asia Tech x Singapore» in Singapore in May 2026.Through the prism of international cooperation, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan addressed the Singaporean side with a request to act as a co-sponsor of the resolution on the establishment of the Asia-Pacific Center for Digital Solutions for Sustainable Development within ESCAP, as well as to support Kazakhstan’s candidacy for membership in the Council of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) for the period 2027-2030.At the conclusion of the meeting, A. Kuttykadam invited Singaporean partners to become part of shaping a new digital ecosystem in the region and emphasized Kazakhstan’s openness to joint work, new ideas, technologies and long-term projects. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-singapore/press/news/details/1197499?lang=kk

On April 8, 2026, a reporting meeting was held between the village akim, Sauyt Nurgaliyuly, and the district akim. During the meeting, village residents raised pressing questions and received appropriate responses. The village akim presented the work accomplished in 2025 and his plans for 2026.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-munaily-batyr/press/news/details/1197417?lang=kk

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The Department of State Revenues for the Mangystau Region reminds that the republican campaign “People’s Accountant” is ongoing and will continue until June 30, 2026.The campaign was launched by the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan on January 5, 2026, with the aim of providing free advisory support to individual entrepreneurs and small business entities. The main objective is to help entrepreneurs correctly and error-free apply the provisions of the new Tax Code, maintain accounting and tax records, and work effectively within the information systems of state revenue authorities.“We are moving from a control model to service-oriented support for taxpayers. The ‘People’s Accountant’ is real assistance for those who run their business honestly and want to do it competently, without fines or unnecessary risks,” the Department noted.Who can receive consultations?Individual entrepreneurs;Small and medium-sized business entities;Anyone facing difficulties in applying the new tax legislation.Consultation Schedule in the Mangystau RegionSince March 2026, consultations are held twice a week — on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 to 13:00 at the Office of State Revenues for the city of Aktau.The venue is clearly marked with a special sign “People’s Accountant”. Consultations are provided by professional accountants, auditors, and specialists from the Department of State Revenues.What can you clarify with the “People’s Accountant”?The procedure for applying special tax regimes;Rules for maintaining accounting and tax records;Filling out and submitting tax reports;Working in electronic systems (Taxpayer’s Cabinet and others);Common mistakes that lead to fines and how to avoid them.Entrepreneurs in the Mangystau Region are already actively taking advantage of the opportunity to receive qualified assistance free of charge and in a convenient format. (unofficial translation)Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-mangistau/press/news/details/1197330?lang=kk

New Delhi, 9 April 2026 - H.E. Azamat Yeskarayev, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of India held a meeting with H.E. Puneet Kansal, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India.Kazakh diplomat highlighted the strong potential for enhancing cooperation between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Republic of India in the field of civil aviation. It was emphasized that the steady growth in passenger traffic and increasing demand for direct flights indicate the need to further expand bilateral engagement in this area.The parties noted that the existing legal framework, including the Air Services Agreement and relevant bilateral arrangements, provides a solid foundation for air connectivity.It was underlined that India is becoming an increasingly popular destination for both tourism and business travel among Kazakh citizens, while Kazakhstan is gaining attractiveness among Indian tourists. In 2025, the number of Indian visitors to Kazakhstan reached approximately 150,000, facilitated by the introduction of a 14-day visa-free regime for Indian citizens. The Kazakh side also welcomed India’s decision to grant gratis visas up to 30 days to citizens of Kazakhstan.The parties expressed their interest in continuing bilateral consultations on air services between the two countries.Following the meeting, both sides confirmed their commitment to strengthening partnership, and creating favorable conditions for the development of tourism and business exchanges.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-delhi/press/news/details/1197226?lang=kk

 Brussels, April 8, 2026 – The official opening of the Kazakh culture festival Shanyraq Fest Brussels was held in Brussels, organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Kingdom of Belgium with the support of the Astana City Administration.The ceremonial opening, organized in cooperation with the Diplomatic Club of Belgium, was held at one of the prestigious venues in the Belgian capital – the Cercle Royal Gaulois with the participation of representatives of the diplomatic corps, honorary consuls, and members of business and cultural circles.The festival, running from April 8 to 11, aims to promote Kazakhstan’s cultural heritage and to strengthen humanitarian ties between Kazakhstan, Belgium, and the European Union.In his remarks, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Belgium Roman Vassilenko highlighted the dynamic and comprehensive development of cooperation with Belgium and the EU, stating: “Cultural initiatives such as this festival contribute to strengthening mutual understanding between our societies.”In turn, the President of the Diplomatic Club of Belgium, Ambassador Raoul Delcorde, emphasized the importance of such events for fostering intergovernmental dialogue and expanding cultural cooperation.As part of the opening ceremony, artists of the Yerkegali Rakhmadiev State Academic Philharmonic of Astana performed. More than 40 talented Kazakh artists representing various fields of musical and performing arts arrived in Brussels to participate in the festival. The concert program featured renowned works of Kazakh national and classical world music, warmly received by the audience.The Shanyraq Fest Brussels reflects a consistent commitment to deepening humanitarian engagement with European partners and is seen as a promising platform for further strengthening bilateral and multilateral relations, as well as expanding cultural exchange between Kazakhstan and European countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brussels/press/news/details/1197230?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-skopje/press/news/details/1197196?lang=kk

 Overview of the investment portfolio under the control of the NBRK and UIP as of March 1, 2026  On the enpf website.kz presents a report on the management of pension assets of the NBRK and the UIP as of March 1, 2026 UAPF JSC (UAPF, Fund) presents a report on the management of pension assets by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NBRK) and investment portfolio managers (IPMS) on the enpf website.kz in the section "Statistics and analytics - Investment management of pension assets". As of March 1, 2026, the total amount of pension assets under the management of the NBRK and the UIP amounted to 26,851.19 billion tenge. As of this date, the pension assets of the UAPF, held in trust by the NBRK, formed from mandatory pension contributions (OPV), mandatory occupational pension contributions (OPV), and voluntary pension contributions (DPV), amounted to about 25,874.71 billion tenge[1]. The volume of pension assets formed at the expense of mandatory pension contributions from the employer (OPVR), held in trust by the NBRK, is 877.09 billion tenge. Pension assets under the management of the UIP amounted to 99.39 billion tenge. Investment portfolio of pension assets managed by the NBK The National Bank, as the trustee of the pension Fund's pension assets, pursues a balanced investment policy: it invests in various types of financial instruments, differentiating the portfolio by currencies, countries, sectors and issuers. According to the information provided by the National Bank, the main investment directions of pension assets formed at the expense of OPV, OPV, DPV, as of March 1, 2026 are as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 41.92%, bonds of quasi–state companies – 9.19%, deposits of the NBK – 2.93%, shares and depositary receipts of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 2.59%., bonds of second–tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 2.37%, government securities of foreign countries - 2.06%, MFIs – 1.17%. 36.21% of assets are in index management, which provides for the formation of a portfolio of investments in relation to a reference portfolio, which is a set of securities reflecting the strategic interests of the investor. The profitability of the reference portfolio serves as a measure for evaluating management effectiveness. The indexes developed and tracked by the world's leading financial companies or the NBRK are used as a reference portfolio. Index-based asset management is carried out both by the NBRK independently and with the involvement of foreign management companies in relation to a sub-portfolio of bonds from developed countries, a sub-portfolio of bonds from developing countries, a sub-portfolio of corporate bonds and a sub-portfolio of shares. As of March 1, 2026, the investment portfolio in terms of currencies in which financial instruments acquired through OPV, OPV, DPV are denominated looks like this: investments in national currency – 59.63%, in US dollars – 40.36% of the portfolio of pension assets. As a result of the investment, income in the form of remuneration on securities, including on placed deposits and reverse REPO operations, amounted to 359.93 billion tenge, income from market revaluation of securities – 211.27 billion tenge, income on assets under external management – 15.08 billion tenge, other income – 0.56 billion tenge. The market revaluation of securities invested in foreign currency, with the exception of assets under external management, taking into account the exchange rate revaluation, was negative. The amount of accrued investment income for the last 12 months from March 2025 to February 2026 amounted to about 2.66 trillion tenge, the yield for this period was 11.39%. As of March 1, 2026, the investment directions of the OPVR are as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 86.06%, REPO operations – 8.57%, NBRK deposits – 5.36%, funds in investment accounts - 0.01%. The investment portfolio at the expense of the OPVR includes only financial instruments denominated in the national currency. Income in the form of remuneration on securities, including on placed deposits and reverse REPO operations, amounted to KZT 19.48 billion. The market revaluation of securities brought investors 1.48 billion tenge. The amount of accrued investment income under the OPVR over the past 12 months from March 2025 to February 2026 amounted to about 72.84 billion tenge, the yield for this period was 10.63%. The detailed structure of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by the NBRK, indicating the issuers, and an overview of investment activities are posted on the official website of the UAPF. Also on the enpf website.kz contains information on the portfolio structure for pension assets formed at the expense of the pension Fund. Investment Portfolio Managers The total amount of pension assets under the management of the UIP is 99.39 billion tenge.             As of March 1, 2026, pension assets held in trust by Alatau City Invest JSC amounted to KZT 16.52 billion.             The company's main investments are: shares of Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) – 24.09%, shares and depositary receipts of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 12.34%, bonds of second–tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 12.26%, corporate bonds of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 9.80%, bonds of quasi-governmental organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 9.62%, REPO – 7.16%, corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 5.13%, MFIs – 4.51%, government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 3.22%, government securities of foreign countries – 2.02%. It should be noted that 55.41% of the portfolio is represented in tenge, 43.52% – in US dollars, 1.06% – in other currencies. The return on pension assets over the past 12 months from March 2025 to February 2026 was 12.90%. The detailed structure of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Alatau City Invest JSC, indicating the issuers, is presented on the UAPF website. As of March 1, 2026, pension assets held in trust by Halyk Global Markets JSC amounted to KZT 7.88 billion. The main investments in the portfolio structure are as follows: equity instruments of foreign issuers (ETF units) – 26.64%, bonds of second–tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 14.97%, government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 13.52%, notes of the NBK – 12.05%, bonds of quasi-governmental organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 10.78%, reverse REPO (no more than 90 calendar days) – 6.72%, corporate bonds of organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 5.52%. shares and depositary receipts issued by organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 4.19%, government securities of foreign states – 5.03%. It should be noted that 64.38% of the portfolio is represented in tenge, 35.62% – in US dollars. The return on pension assets over the past 12 months from March 2025 to February 2026 was 11.49%. The detailed structure of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Halyk Global Markets JSC, indicating the issuers, is presented on the UAPF website. As of 03/01/2026, the pension assets of the UAPF, held in trust by BCC Invest JSC, amounted to KZT 12.61 billion. The main investment areas are: STB bonds of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 21.50%, government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 16.44%, REPO – 15.46%, bonds of quasi–governmental organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 14.13%, corporate bonds of issuers–residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 10.12%, government securities of foreign states – 7.82%, corporate bonds of foreign issuers - 6.93%, shares and depositary receipts resident issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 2.19%. Investments in national currency accounted for 68.53% of the portfolio, in US dollars – 31.47%. The return on pension assets over the past 12 months from March 2025 to February 2026 was 10.82%. The detailed structure of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by BCC Invest JSC, indicating the issuers, is presented on the UAPF website. As of 03/01/2026, the pension assets of the UAPF, held in trust by Centras Securities JSC, amounted to about 6.4 billion tenge.   24.25% was invested in bonds of quasi-governmental organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan, corporate bonds of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 16.21%, bonds of STBs of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 15.52%, corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 9.02%, US government bonds – 8.65%, REPO – 8.06%, government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 5.44%, shares and depositary receipts of issuers-residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 3.77%, shares and depositary receipts of foreign issuers – 2.56%. Investments in national currency accounted for 66.68% of the portfolio, in US dollars – 33.32%. The return on pension assets over the past 12 months from March 2025 to February 2026 was 17.65%. The detailed structure of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Centras Securities JSC, indicating the issuers, is presented on the UAPF website. As of 03/01/2026, pension assets held in trust by JSC DO National Bank of Kazakhstan Halyk Finance amounted to 55.98 billion tenge. The main investments in the portfolio structure look like this: reverse Repo (no more than 90 calendar days) – 18.95%, government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 15.13%, bonds of second–tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 14.54%, MFIs – 12.24%, shares of Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) - 9.05%, corporate bonds of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 7.12% corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 6.24%, notes of the NBRK – 5.16%, bonds of quasi–governmental organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 5.02%, shares and depositary receipts of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 3.89%. 65.64% of the portfolio was invested in instruments in national currency, and 34.36% in US dollars. The return on pension assets for the 12 months from March 2025 to February 2026 was 10.29%. The detailed structure of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by JSC DO National Bank of Kazakhstan Halyk Finance, indicating the issuers, is presented on the UAPF website. Starting from July 1, 2023, depositors can transfer to trust management no more than 50% of pension savings due to mandatory pension contributions (OPV) and mandatory professional pension contributions (OPV) without taking into account the minimum sufficiency threshold for investment portfolio managers (IPM), choosing such a company independently. Depositors who have voluntary pension savings can transfer them to their UIP in the amount of 100%.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/social-abay/press/news/details/1197182?lang=kk

At the initiative of the Republic of Kazakhstan, an important historical decision was made at the international level: the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution proclaiming 2026 as the International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development.A number of projects are being implemented in the region to develop the volunteer movement and support environmental initiatives. One of the main innovations in this direction is the organization of the "Best Environmental Strategies" competition among volunteers. The winner of the competition is awarded a grant of 1 million tenge. The award ceremony will take place at a solemn event summarizing the year's results. Competition participants develop their initiatives in advance and go through stages of selection and project defense.The region currently has about 3 thousand volunteers, of which 2,456 are youth. To support and develop the volunteer movement, 11 projects with a total value of 19,245 thousand tenge are being implemented in the region in 2026. One of them is the "Promotion of Volunteering in the Kostanay Region" project worth 5 million tenge, implemented by the Regional Youth Resource Center.Overall, volunteer activity in the country has shown steady growth in recent years. Annually, more than 60 thousand people are attracted to the National Volunteer Network, and more than 200 people have become laureates of the international "Volunteer of the Year" award.At the regional level, an increase in volunteer activity is also observed. According to the results of 2025, 2,211 events were organized in the region, with the participation of more than 22 thousand volunteers. The total volume of volunteer activity exceeded 4,800 hours. Furthermore, the regional front office is becoming an effective platform providing opportunities for the formation of proactive youth and leaders.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1197131?lang=kk

New Delhi, 8 April 2026 - H.E. Azamat Yeskarayev, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of India held a meeting with Dr. Basir Ahmed, General Director of the Department of Foreign Economic Relations, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.Kazakh diplomat noted that on 22 February 2026, the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Republic of India marked the 34th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. It was emphasized that bilateral ties extend far beyond formal diplomacy and are rooted in deep civilizational, historical, and cultural connections. As close partners in the broader Eurasian and Asian region, Kazakhstan and India attach strategic importance to their cooperation.The Kazakh side congratulated India on its BRICS presidency in 2026. In this context, it was noted that, at the invitation of the Indian side, a Kazakh delegation is expected to participate in a meeting within the framework of BRICS. The sides discussed certain organizational aspects of the upcoming event.It was further noted that the forthcoming engagements are viewed as an important step in preparation for a high-level visit to India on the eve of the BRICS Summit. In this regard, the Kazakh side reaffirmed its interest in further coordinating the relevant arrangements through appropriate channels.The sides highlighted that the upcoming engagements would provide a timely and valuable opportunity to further strengthen the strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and India. They would contribute to expanding cooperation in key areas such as trade, investment, technology, and cultural exchange, while reaffirming their shared commitment to regional stability, international peace, and multilateralism.At the conclusion of the meeting, the sides reaffirmed their mutual interest in further deepening bilateral cooperation and agreed to continue active dialogue across all key areas of engagement.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-delhi/press/news/details/1197135?lang=kk

On April 7, the 50th extraordinary session of the Abai district Maslikhat was held. The reason for convening the session was the need to amend the district budget. B.R. Mutalyapova, Head of the Department of Economics and Finance, made a report on the changes to the budget. the head of the State Institution "Department of Employment and Social Programs" Talasov A.Sh. Also, the deputies of the Maslikhat made changes to the composition of the advisory bodies of the district. Decisions have been made on all the issues considered. The session was attended by deputy akims of the district, Chairman of the Public Council of the district, executive secretary of the district branch of the AMANAT party.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/social-abay/press/news/details/1197075?lang=kk

            In the medium security facility of the Department of the Penal Enforcement System in the Abai region, convicts receive vocational education in technical specialties on the basis of the Semey Polytechnic College.Currently, more than 70 convicts between the ages of 20 and 65 study at the college. Convicts serving sentences in medium-security institutions learn professions such as electric and gas welders, carpenters, tailors, plumbers, and car repair technicians. The training period is ten months.            - I am 64 years old. I have devoted almost my entire life to school and children — I have been teaching geography for more than thirty years. I was only a few months away from retirement, but fate decreed otherwise — I ended up here and was imprisoned for eight years.             Despite this, I firmly believe that it is never too late to learn. This year I started college and am learning the profession of an electric and gas welder. It gives me hope and a feeling that life hasn't stopped. After my release, I dream of opening my own small welding shop, being useful to society and passing on my knowledge to my children and grandchildren," the convict shared.              - Before my imprisonment, I lived in Almaty and worked as a loader in one of the LLP companies. My spouse and five minor children are waiting for me at home. When I was convicted, my family was left with virtually no means of livelihood — this is the hardest thing for me. Now there is a service station on the territory of the institution, and I got a job there in order to somehow help my loved ones. In order to be in demand as a specialist, I started my college studies as a car repair mechanic. I am sure that this profession will be a ticket to a new life for me — an honest and law-abiding one. I want to return to my children not broken, but as a person who knows how to work and provide for his family," the convict shared.            - Vocational training is a key element of resocialization. We are doing everything possible to ensure that convicts do not just serve their sentences, but are released with real skills and an understanding of their value to society. Getting a job is a chance to start a new, law—abiding life, find a job and provide for your families. It is labor and education that become the basis for their successful social adaptation," said Kuanyshbek Tukanov, head of the Labor Organization Department for convicts.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/duisabai/press/news/details/1197014?lang=kk