All monetary settlements in the country are subject to mandatory accounting using cash registers equipped with the function of recording and/or transmitting data to the state revenue authorities. At the same time, the applied KKM model must be included in the State Register.Who is exempt from using cash registers?1. Payments made by individuals who are not entrepreneurs.2. Activities of private bailiffs, lawyers and mediators.3. Provision of passenger transportation services in public urban transport with mandatory issuance of tickets in the prescribed form.4. Operations conducted by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan.5. Taxpayers' activities carried out in localities where there is no public telecommunication network.6. Settlements conducted by second-tier banks.7. Religious associations.8. National postal operator — provided that payments are made in places without access to the communication network.9. Monetary settlements carried out through a special mobile application approved by authorized bodies.Special conditions for territories without telecommunications.In cases where business activities are conducted in an area without a telecommunications network, it is allowed to use cash registers without a data transmission function, provided that this model is also included in the State Register.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-shymkent/press/news/details/1024064?lang=kk

Traffic signs in the Kyzyltobe rural district are being updated and replaced. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-munaily-qyzyltobe/press/news/details/1024082?lang=kk

First Deputy Head of the Anti-Corruption Service for the East Kazakhstan region Ashikov A.A. and employees of the department took part in the forum "Financial Triggers of the XXI century", which is organized by the Department of Economic Investigations in East Kazakhstan region. The event brought together a wide range of participants — akim and first city leaders, deputies of the Maslikhat, representatives of law enforcement and local executive bodies, well-known bloggers and media personalities, athletes, public figures and representatives of youth movements. The central topic of the discussion was modern financial threats and mechanisms to overcome them. During the forum, special attention was paid to countering digital fraud, pyramid schemes and other types of crimes that threaten the financial security of citizens. It was noted that in the context of the rapid growth of digital technologies, the sphere of personal and corporate finance has become more vulnerable than ever before. Purchases, transfers, investments, and online transactions have long been part of everyday life, but the risks have also increased. The participants emphasized that finance is not a "gray field", but the territory of the law. Protecting citizens' rights and ensuring financial security is possible only if legislation is followed and legal literacy of the population is improved. The government is taking systematic measures to combat financial crimes, but the conscious behavior of citizens themselves also plays an important role. The law can only protect those who act within the law themselves. The Forum has become a dialogue platform for an open discussion of the challenges of modern times and the search for effective solutions to protect citizens from modern financial threats. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/anticorruption-vko/press/news/details/1024083?lang=kk

📍Specialists from the Kyzyltobe rural district akim's office distributed receipts to residents with tax debts for land, transport and property (house) taxes in the rural district and conducted explanatory work on the need to make payments on time. The purpose of this event is to encourage residents to fulfill their tax obligations and prevent the growth of debts. In accordance with the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in case of failure to pay land, transport and property (house) taxes within the established period: a penalty of 0.1% is charged for each month of delay; if the debt is not paid, it may be referred to the courts; bank accounts may be blocked and property may be seized.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-munaily-qyzyltobe/press/news/details/1024091?lang=kk

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Депутаты Бурлинского районного маслихата приняли участие в двухдневном практическом семинаре, который прошел 23-24 июня в городе Уральск и получили возможность расширить знания и навыки.Семинар был организован офисом программ ОБСЕ в Астане, фондом развития парламентаризма в Казахстане и институтом Парламентаризма.Помимо теоретической информации, депутаты критически рассмотрели свои ежедневные методы работы и выявили пути их совершенствования с помощью практических разделов и заданий, основанных на реальных ситуациях.Хотим выразить благодарность опытным лекторам З. Батталовой и Л. Сулеймен за предоставление полезной информации, а также организаторам столь масштабного мероприятия.Каждое новое знание — это фундамент для правильных шагов в будущем. Этот семинар был одним из таких фундаментов.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/burlin-maslihat/press/news/details/1024146?lang=kk

The management of property rights on a collective basis is carried out through several organizations. They are created to protect the rights of authors and copyright holders, as well as to manage the collection and distribution of remuneration for the use of their works. A meeting was held with an individual entrepreneur, the founder of a restaurant business, where all the questions of interest to the entrepreneur were discussed. A list of organizations managing property rights on a collective basis in our republic is provided.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet-sko/press/news/details/1024151?lang=kk

by the Department of the Anti-Corruption Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan (Anti-Corruption Service) in Almaty together with employees of the Prosecutor's Office, the police and the Department of Economic Investigations. In the period from 24 to 28 June this year, "Reception rooms on wheels" are organized. During these days, consultations will be held in each district of the city in order to increase the legal literacy of the population and provide legal advice to the latter. Events are held in parks and public places. Departure schedule: • June 24 — Almaly and Bostandyk districts • June 25 — Zhetysu and Medeu • June 26 — Auezovsky and Turksib • June 27 — Nauryzbay and Alatau districts The Anti-Corruption Service of Almaty is represented by procedural officers. Within one day, consultations and legal assistance were provided to more than 300 citizens, and memos "A society without corruption begins with the family" were distributed. This approach shows its effectiveness and will ensure the greatest coverage of the population. #Law_and_Order#The legal orderSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/anticorruption-almaty/press/news/details/1024157?lang=kk

The State Revenue  Department of East Kazakhstan region reports that amendments to legislation aimed at simplifying bankruptcy procedures for individuals have been in effect since August 25, 2024:review of the criteria for procedure application- it is not necessary to have overdue debts or property to apply the procedure for restoring solvency;- it is possible to apply the out-of-court bankruptcy procedure for obligations to all organizations having claims under bank loan agreements, loan (credit) agreements, and micro-credit agreements for individuals. This includes organizations that have been deprived of a license, are under liquidation, or have been excluded from the relevant register.simplification of the out-of-court bankruptcy application procedure.The debtor is relieved of the obligation to indicate creditor information and debt amount in the application, and to attach any supporting documents to it.clarifying calculation of the payment default period for the application of out-of-court and judicial bankruptcy procedurespayments on debts of less than 1 MCI won't be considered repayment, the period of non-repayment under contracts assigned to a collection agency will be calculated from the date of the last payment up to the date of the assignment of the right (claim).change in the dates for conducting settlementif the period of absence of payments is more than 12 months, no prior debt settlement is required.The State Revenue Department of East Kazakhstan region recommends that individuals who have questions related to bankruptcy feel free to contact the Contact Center at 1414 (option 3) or call 24-44-00 as well as the territorial state revenue divisions of East Kazakhstan region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1024161?lang=kk

According to Article 145 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, there are two types of tax audits: Periodic review It is carried out on the basis of a risk assessment according to an approved schedule. The schedule is posted: - until December 25 of the previous year - until May 25 of the current year Changes to the schedule are not allowed.The basis is the analysis of: - tax reporting - data from government agencies - information from open sources Unscheduled inspection It is assigned out of schedule for the following reasons: - at the request or complaint of the taxpayer himself - in case of liquidation, termination of activity or de-registration - when refunding excess VAT - when applying international agreements - on criminal procedural grounds - in case of failure to comply with the notification of the tax authorities - upon completion of the subsurface use contract - for issues of fictitious invoices - settlements with debtors - at the request of the taxpayer himself - by decision of an authorized body or court - to control banks and financial organizations - to assess the fulfillment of tax obligations in generalSome unscheduled inspections may be repeated for an already verified period, if justified.Exception: if a complaint is filed with the court, the re–examination is not carried out until the court's decision. If the company participates in horizontal monitoring, no checks are carried out (except in certain cases, for example, according to the Criminal Procedure Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan or at the request of the taxpayer himself). Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1024173?lang=kk

Current questions about UAPF Pension savings payments are waiting for their owners       1) What work does UAPF do on unclaimed pension savings?UAPF constantly carries out information and explanatory work on the need for timely application for pension benefits by both beneficiaries and heirs of deceased contributors/beneficiaries.Every year, UAPF carries out a reconciliation with the State Corporation "Government for Citizens" on persons who have reached retirement age, who have pension savings at the expense of compulsory pension contributions, compulsory occupational pension contributions to UAPF and who have not applied to UAPF for their payment, for the presence of pension benefits by age and state basic pension benefit assigned at the expense of budgetary funds for these persons in the information system of the authorized body in the sphere of social protection of the population. 2) What further steps is UAPF taking to pay out unclaimed pension savings? Based on the results of the annual reconciliation, UAPF makes pension benefit payments to beneficiaries in a proactive format through the State Corporation. That is, pensioners receiving a pension from the state budget begin to receive payments from UAPF if they have pension savings. 3) Does UAPF keep records of unclaimed pension savings?As of 01.06.2025, the total amount of unclaimed pension savings of persons who have reached the generally established retirement age is about KZT37.3 bln in 264,695 individual pension savings accounts (IPSA), of which, according to information received by UAPF from the information systems of government agencies:- 148,335 people are deceased and their pension savings can be claimed by heirs;- 59,800 people have left for permanent residence outside of Kazakhstan;- 56,560 people have not yet applied to the State Corporation (Public Service Center at their place of residence) to apply for their old-age pensions. 4) What happens to unclaimed pension savings?Pension savings are subject to UAPF accounting, continue to be invested and are held in the IPSA of the contributors until demanded by the beneficiaries or their heirs (in the event of the contributor's death). Investments for obtaining additional income are carried out by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan and private investment portfolio managers (IPM). 5) How to get unclaimed pension savings?In case if:The pensioner did not apply for savingsTo assign pension payments from the UAPF at the expense of mandatory types of pension contributions in connection with reaching retirement age, as well as the assignment of a basic and solidarity pension from the state budget, beneficiaries must contact the State Corporation "Government for Citizens" (CSC) at their place of residence. When leaving for permanent residenceForeigners and stateless persons who have left the country for permanent residence, have pension savings in the UAPF and have submitted documents in accordance with Kazakhstani legislation may exercise the right to pension benefit payments from the UAPF in connection with leaving for permanent residence outside of Kazakhstan. In connection with the death of a person with pension savingsIn the event of the death of a person with pension savings in the UAPF, his/her family members are paid a one-time payment for burial from the pension savings of the deceased person within the amount of 94-fold monthly calculation indicator established for the relevant financial year by the law on the republican budget, but not more than the funds available in the IPSA of the deceased person.Pension savings are also inherited in the manner established by the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Within 6 months after the death of a person with pension savings, his heirs must contact a notary to register the inherited property in the form of pension savings of the deceased person and obtain a certificate of inheritance. If the deadlines for applying are missed, it is necessary to contact the judicial authorities to restore the right to inheritance.The list of necessary documents for receiving pension benefits depending on the type of pension benefits and the method of application is posted on the website enpf.kz in the section "Services-Pension Benefits".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay-audany/press/news/details/1023918?lang=kk

June 23 – Civil Servants and Police DayToday, employees who faithfully serve for the good of the people were honored and awarded at the district akimat. District akim Meirzhan Smagulov presented letters of appreciation to civil servants who are dedicated to their work and respectful of their profession, and expressed his heartfelt wishes.Public service is not just a profession — it is a golden bridge between the people and the government. Every decision, every step is based on the trust and hopes of the people.We sincerely congratulate our colleagues whose efforts have been recognized! We wish you success in your service and well-being to your families!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay-audany/press/news/details/1023932?lang=kk

Abai District – Second Place in the Team Standings!At the Rural Sports Games held for the Akim of Abai Region’s Cup, Abai District took second place in the overall team standings.Regional Akim Berik Uali held a ceremonial award ceremony for the winning athletes and presented a bus certificate to the athletes of the district.The three-day competition brought together nearly a thousand athletes from 10 districts of the region, who competed in 16 sports disciplines, including national sports and team events.This victory is the result of the hard work, unity, and high-level preparation of the athletes and coaches of Abai District.We extend our gratitude to everyone who contributed to the development of sports in the district! We wish you continued success and new achievements in the future!Congratulations on the victory!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay-audany/press/news/details/1023938?lang=kk

Warsaw, June 24, 2025 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Poland, Nurlan Zhalgasbayev, held a meeting with Barbara Bartuś, Member of the Polish Sejm and Chair of the Kazakhstan–Poland Parliamentary Cooperation Group.During the meeting, the Polish MP was informed of Kazakhstan’s commitment to the steady development of bilateral cooperation with Poland. The importance of enhancing political engagement through interparliamentary dialogue was emphasized. Plans were outlined for organizing mutual visits of parliamentary delegations.Special attention was given to expanding trade and economic relations as well as investment cooperation. The significant presence of major Polish businesses in the Kazakhstani market was noted, along with promising prospects for further growth in their number.MP Bartuś congratulated the Kazakh diplomat on his appointment and stressed that Astana is Poland’s most important partner in Central Asia. The Sejm member expressed support for proposals aimed at boosting trade and economic cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-warsaw/press/news/details/1023960?lang=kk

Astana, June 24, 2025 – Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Gabidulla Ospankulov signed an investment contract with Alexander Blumhardt, Authorized Representative for CIS Countries at Knauf’s Managing Partners.The project involves building a modern plant using local raw materials, with a total investment of 30.5 million US dollars and a design capacity of 225,000 tons per year. The facility will create 100 permanent jobs. It is expected that 80% of the output will be supplied to Kazakhstan’s domestic market, while 20% will be exported to EAEU countries and Central Asia.Knauf already holds a license to extract gypsum at the Ulken-Burultau deposit, which contains proven reserves of 84 million tons, ensuring long-term raw material supply. Construction will begin in phases, starting with a mineral processing line, after all required examinations are completed.Chairman Ospankulov emphasized the importance of the new plant for strengthening the region’s industrial potential:“Projects of this scale, especially those involving global leaders like Knauf, are the result of our systematic efforts to create an attractive and stable investment environment. We believe this new production facility will not only supply the local market with high-quality materials but also enhance Kazakhstan’s export potential,” he said.In turn, Representative Blumhardt expressed gratitude to the Kazakh side and confidence in the project’s successful implementation.“Kazakhstan is a priority market for our regional business development. The country offers a strong raw material base, a growing market, and a welcoming investment climate. We are pleased to continue expanding our presence and contribute to the growth of the construction sector,” noted the Knauf representative.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/invest/press/news/details/1024078?lang=kk

As part of the implementation of the "Law and Order" ideology, on June 25, 2025, employees of the Department of Justice participated in the 21st Century Financial Triggers Forum. The event was organized by the Department of Economic Investigations for the Kostanay region of the Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Financial Monitoring.The forum was aimed at improving the level of financial literacy and legal culture of the population. The target audience was public sector workers, students and youth, as well as other categories of citizens.Among the speakers: representatives of the agency, human rights bodies and other government agencies, who spoke about the dangers of financial pyramids, Internet fraud and other schemes leading to socially significant offenses. Press ServiceDepartment of JusticeKostanay region  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet-kst/press/news/details/1023991?lang=kk

Geneva, June 24, 2025 – The Permanent Mission of Kazakhstan to the United Nations Office in Geneva has contributed to the “Not a Woman’s Job?: Women Leading in Multilateralism and Diplomacy” exhibition, held at the Palais des Nations from June 24 to July 4, 2025.The contribution highlights the remarkable legacies of Ambassador Akmaral Arystanbekova, the first Permanent Representative of Kazakhstan to the United Nations, and Ambassador Madina Jarbussynova, former Permanent Representative to the UN and current member of the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW). The exhibition highlights their contribution to diplomacy, showcasing how Kazakh women have advanced international cooperation and global policy development.The event’s opening was attended by heads of diplomatic missions and high-level UN officials, with a keynote speech by Director General of the UN Office in Geneva Tatiana Valovaya. Furthermore, Permanent Representative of Kazakhstan Yerlan Alimbayev was honoured to welcome Ambassador Jarbussynova at the exhibition’s opening.Kazakhstan’s participation in the exhibition reaffirms our country’s commitment to promoting women’s leadership and gender equality on the global stage, celebrating the achievements of women who continue to shape a more inclusive world. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-geneva/press/news/details/1023604?lang=kk

The 37th plenary session of the Foreign Investors’ Council was held on June 24 in Astana, chaired by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The Council serves as a key platform for strategic dialogue between Kazakhstan and its international partners, reinforcing the country’s commitment to transparency, reform, and economic diversification.This year’s session addressed global economic uncertainty, Kazakhstan’s resilience in the face of external shocks, and priorities for attracting and protecting foreign investment.Several key international and domestic leaders spoke at the event, including Odile Renaud-Basso (President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development), Yersaiyn Nagaspayev (Minister of Industry and Construction), Erlan Dosymbekov (Chairman of the Kazakhstan Foreign Investors Council Association), Bhargav Dasgupta (Vice President of the Asian Development Bank), Kaan Terzioglu (CEO of VEON Group), Zhang Daowei (Vice President of the China National Petroleum Corporation), and Martin Vaujour (President of Alstom for Africa, Middle East and Central Asia). Strategic Reforms and Investment ClimateResilient Growth: Kazakhstan’s economy grew by 6% in the first five months of 2025, driven by transport, logistics, construction, trade, mining, and manufacturing.Investment Headquarters: The government resolved issues related to 137 investment projects worth $70 billion through its new Investment Headquarters and initiated 140 legislative amendments to remove systemic investor barriers.Investor Protection: A new “prosecutor’s filter” ensures that no inspections, lawsuits, or restrictions on investors occur without prior approval from the Prosecutor General’s Office.Single-Window Services: The National Digital Investment Platform was launched to provide end-to-end public services to investors in one digital portal.Tax Reform: A new Tax Code has been submitted to the Senate, featuring targeted preferences for local producers and support for high value-added exporters.Industrial and Mineral Sector DevelopmentMining as a Pillar: Kazakhstan maintains a transparent, investor-friendly legal framework in mining, attracting major global players such as Rio Tinto, Fortescue, Ivanhoe, First Quantum, and Tech Resources.Value Addition Incentives: President Tokayev announced a new tax code, which includes a royalty regime aimed at encouraging in-country processing of raw materials.Cooperation with Companies: Tokayev highlighted industrial advances in railway manufacturing, with companies like Wabtec, Alstom, and Stadler already localising production. Alstom is building service centres and will launch new-generation locomotives by 2028. Wabtec is investing $200 million in alternative-fuel rolling stock, while Stadler Rail built a factory producing 100 passenger cars annuallyStrategic Role: Kazakhstan seeks a leading role in the global supply chain for critical minerals, leveraging its rich resource base and legal reforms.Transport and Infrastructure ModernisationRail and Road Expansion: By 2029, Kazakhstan plans to reconstruct 11,000 km of railways and build 5,000 km of new highways.Rail Corridor Boost: In 2025, 830 km of new railway tracks will open early on the Dostyk–Moiynty section, increasing corridor capacity fivefold. Other key corridors under development include Darbaza–Maktaaral, Bakhty–Ayagoz, Moiynty–Kyzylzhar, and Altynkol–Zhetygen.Highway Development: Major roads opened in 2024 include Taldykorgan–Ust-Kamenogorsk, Karaganda–Almaty, and Aktobe–Atyrau–Astrakhan, adding 1,600 km to the highway network.Airport Terminals: New international terminals were launched in Almaty, Kyzylorda, and Shymkent, increasing passenger capacity sixfold.Agricultural PotentialGlobal Ranking: Kazakhstan ranks 6th worldwide in farmland area and is among the top 10 grain exporters globally.Agro-Investment Success: Companies such as PepsiCo, Fufeng Group, and Dalian Hesheng are helping create stable demand for local agricultural products while introducing advanced agri-tech.Digital Economy and AIDigitalization Leadership: Kazakhstan ranks in the top 30 globally for digitalization (UN rankings). Since 2018, fintech companies have quadrupled, with 4,000+ entities registered in the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC).AIFC Recognition: The AIFC ranks 1st in Eastern Europe and Central Asia (Global Financial Centres Index) and leads the region in green and digital finance.Fintech Growth: Over 89% of transactions in Kazakhstan are now cashless, and mobile banking usage has increased 460% in four years.CryptoCity Initiative: Kazakhstan plans to launch CryptoCity, a pilot zone where cryptocurrencies can be used for everyday transactions.AI Development: Tokayev emphasized that AI is central to Kazakhstan’s future economic growth, competitiveness, and digital sovereignty. President Tokayev’s Meeting with EBRD President Odile Renaud-BassoTokayev met with Odile Renaud-Basso, President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), during her visit to Astana for the 37th Foreign Investors’ Council plenary session.Strategic Sectors: Both sides acknowledged significant progress in EBRD-supported sectors, including SME development, energy, and agriculture.Green Transition Support: Tokayev welcomed the EBRD’s intention to co-invest in projects aligned with Kazakhstan’s green transition agenda.Infrastructure Investment: Renaud-Basso confirmed recent EBRD financing approval for the 234 km Aktobe–Ulgaisin highway, enhancing domestic and international transit connectivity.Surge in Investment: EBRD investments in Kazakhstan nearly tripled in 2024 compared to the previous year, reaching close to €1 billion in 2023.Future Cooperation: The EBRD expressed its readiness to further support Kazakhstan’s efforts to improve transport accessibility and modernise the energy sector. President Tokayev’s Meetings with Company ExecutivesWabtec Partnership: President Tokayev met with Rafael Santana, President and CEO of Wabtec, highlighting the company’s $230+ million investment in Kazakhstan’s railway sector. Tokayev emphasized Kazakhstan’s interest in expanding cooperation, including next-generation locomotive production, new service centres, and increased localisation and skills development.Philip Morris Engagement: In a meeting with Marco Mariotti, President of Philip Morris International for the CIS and Central Asia, Tokayev acknowledged the company’s role in sustainable development, innovation, and fiscal contribution.Citi Bank Cooperation: During talks with David Livingstone, CEO of Citi Bank, Tokayev highlighted the bank’s 30-year track record in Kazakhstan. He encouraged continued involvement in strategic infrastructure projects and support for SME development.Glencore Collaboration: Tokayev also met with Gary Nagle, CEO of Glencore, to discuss joint initiatives in the mining, metallurgy, and energy sectors. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-minsk/press/news/details/1023605?lang=kk

Opening the session, President Tokayev noted that the Council continues to serve as a solid platform for strategic engagement between the state and its international partners.– For more than two decades, this forum has played a pivotal role in shaping Kazakhstan’s investor-oriented ecosystem. With the Council’s active engagement, we are determined to continue the implementation of comprehensive reforms aimed at improving the investment climate, enhancing transparency, and simplifying conditions for doing business in Kazakhstan, – said the President.The Head of State noted that experts and analysts predict a slowdown in global GDP growth to approximately 2.9% in the coming years.– We are now experiencing rising inflationary pressures, disruptions in supply chains, and heightened volatility in business confidence. These dynamics may further dampen the outlook for the global economy, underscoring the urgent need for constructive international dialogue. Amid these economic challenges, emerging economies such as Kazakhstan have withstood the external shocks. Over the first five months of 2025, Kazakhstan’s economy grew by 6%, which was driven by transport and logistics, construction, trade, mining and manufacturing sectors, – he noted.According to Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Kazakhstan’s strategic location, advanced human capital, and firm commitment to positive reforms create wide opportunities for both investors and the national economy. He spoke about the activities of the Investment Board, designed to promptly address all investor issues on a “here and now” basis. It was noted that the Board facilitated the resolution of issues for 137 investment projects worth $70 billion and initiated 140 legislative amendments aimed at addressing systemic investor challenges.Additionally, a special “Prosecutorial Filter” mechanism has been introduced to prevent violations of investors' rights. Starting this year, no state body is eligible to conduct inspections, initiate administrative proceedings, file lawsuits, or impose restrictions on investors without prior approval from the General Prosecutor's Office.– We have also launched a National Digital Investment Platform that consolidates state services for investors into a ‘Single Window’ system, where consultations and permits can be obtained on one platform. Moreover, we are to adopt a new Tax Code, which aims to enhance conditions for business activity by encouraging private investment in the economy. The new Code will provide targeted preferences for investors focused on developing local manufacturing while also supporting exporters of high value-added goods, – stressed President Tokayev.In his speech, the Head of State outlined the most promising areas for cooperation with investors. In particular, he focused on the development of Kazakhstan's industrial potential.– The mining industry remains the backbone of our manufacturing sector. Realizing the importance of mining and metallurgy on a global scale, Kazakhstan has designed a stable, investor friendly mining jurisdiction, backed by transparent and comprehensive legislation. The ongoing reforms in the mining sector have already attracted major players such as Rio Tinto, Fortescue, Ivanhoe, First Quantum and Tech Resources to engage in geological exploration in Kazakhstan. The new Tax Code will introduce royalty regime, encouraging downstream processing within the country. We believe that rich mineral endowment, advanced mining legislation and transparent tax regime will position Kazakhstan as a strategic hub in global critical minerals’ supply chain, – noted the President.Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized that Kazakhstan is taking decisive steps toward downstream processing and next-generation manufacturing. According to him, Kazakhstan successfully cooperates with Wabtec, Alstom, and Stadler in railway engineering. In particular, Alstom is building service centers in the country and plans to produce next-generation locomotives starting in 2028, while Wabtec is investing $200 million in rolling stock powered by alternative fuels. Stadler Rail has established a plant with an annual production capacity of 100 railcars.President Tokayev highlighted the high potential of Kazakhstan's agro-industrial sector. As noted, the country ranks 6th globally in terms of farmland and is among the top ten largest grain exporters. The speech provided examples of successful operations by foreign investors such as PepsiCo, Fufeng Group, and Dalian Hesheng, which create stable demand for local products and introduce advanced technologies.Special attention was given to strengthening Kazakhstan's status as a strategic transit hub through large-scale modernization of transport infrastructure.– We are planning to refurbish 11 thousand kilometers of existing railways and lay another 5 thousand kilometers of new rail lines by 2029. This year, we will launch the 830-kilometer Dostyk-Moyynty railway line – two years ahead of schedule. The line will raise capacity on that critical section fivefold. At the same time, we are working to enhance several more priority corridors, including Darbaza-Maktaaral, Bakhty-Ayagoz, Moyynty-Kyzylzhar and Altynkol-Zhetygen railroads. These projects will increase the capacity and operational speed of Kazakhstan’s railway network. We continue to improve the quality and safety of our highway network. Last year we opened three major international highway corridors – Taldykorgan-Oskemen, Karaganda-Almaty, and Aktobe-Atyrau-Astrakhan – adding 1600 kilometers of new highways, which is twice the length delivered in 2023. This year, road construction and modernization works span over 13 thousand kilometers nationwide, – he said.New international terminals were also opened at the airports in Almaty, Kyzylorda, and Shymkent, increasing their capacity sixfold.Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted that Kazakhstan ranks among the top 30 countries in terms of digitalization according to the UN. He stated that since 2018, the number of fintech companies has quadrupled, and over 4,000 participants, including crypto exchanges and payment services, have been registered at the AIFC. The President invited international partners to collaborate in developing digital and AI infrastructure.– AIFC ranks 1st in Eastern Europe and Central Asia in the Global Financial Centres Index and leads the region in green and digital finance. Over 89% of all transactions in Kazakhstan are now cashless, and mobile banking usage has increased by more than 460% in the last four years. In addition, we are planning to create a pioneering pilot zone called CryptoCity where cryptocurrencies might be used for purchasing goods, services, and beyond. We are also placing strategic importance on the development of artificial intelligence (AI), recognizing it as a key driver of future growth, competitiveness, and digital sovereignty, – noted Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.In conclusion, the Head of State expressed confidence that long-term mutually beneficial cooperation between the state and the private sector will play a key role in ensuring sustainable and inclusive economic growth.During the event, speeches were delivered by EBRD President Odile Renaud-Basso, Minister of Industry and Construction Yersain Nagaspayev, Chairman of the Board of the Kazakhstan Foreign Investors’ Council Association Erlan Dosymbekov, ADB Vice-President Bhargav Dasgupta, VEON Group CEO Kaan Terzioğlu, CNPC Vice-President Daowei Zhang, and Alstom President for Africa, Middle East, and Central Asia regions Martin Vaujour.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-sofia/press/news/details/1023608?lang=kk

Representatives of the Anti-Corruption Service, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Prosecutor General's Office and the Financial Monitoring Agency made a symbolic ascent to the Peak of Panfilov Heroes. The action is timed to promote the ideology of "Law and Order", designated by the Head of State. This ascent is not just a sporting initiative, but a symbol of commitment to public service, honesty and justice. At an altitude of 4,120 meters, the participants set up the national flag and a flag with the inscription "Law and Order" as a reminder of the high responsibility that lies with each of them. The route to the summit ran through the Tuyuksu and Mynzhylki tracts, the Alpingrad mountaineering base and the Manshuk Mametova pass. The event strengthened the spirit of unity and cooperation between the various departments, showing that only together can we achieve real heights, both in the mountains and in ensuring the rule of law.#Law and Order#LAW and ORDERSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/anticorruption-almaty/press/news/details/1023614?lang=kk