Fraudsters are mastering new scams!Be vigilant!With the rapid development of digital technologies, citizens are increasingly gaining access to government, financial, and other electronic services via the internet. However, online fraud methods and techniques are also rapidly evolving. We urge you to be especially vigilant – fraudsters are actively exploiting the capabilities of rapidly developing AI, creating videos, audio recordings, and images in which people's faces and voices are replaced with real ones. For example, false advertisements and offers to invest savings in various bonds, stocks, and financial transactions are regularly distributed on social media. Also, by exerting psychological pressure and exploiting citizens' trust in official structures, fraudsters may pose as employees of government agencies, banks, law enforcement agencies, telecom operators, and other organizations, including the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund, in order to gain access to personal and financial information. In this regard, UAPF JSC would like to remind you that the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NBRK) is responsible for investing pension assets. It acts as a trustee for pension savings, investing them in various financial instruments in accordance with the Investment Declaration approved by the Government. In addition to the NBRK, investment portfolio managers (IPMs) may participate in managing pension assets, and a portion of savings may be transferred to them. Transfers to IPMs can only be made through the UAPF JSC portal; no intermediaries are required. Also, for your safety and to prevent fraud, UAPF JSC reminds you:Pension payments are processed without intermediaries or commissions;The UAPF does not charge a fee for services, and all payments are made strictly in accordance with the law;The targeted use of savings for housing and medical treatment is carried out only through authorized operators (second-tier banks);Employees of government agencies, banks, law enforcement agencies, telecom operators, and the UAPF never request personal data, bank card details, SMS codes, or other confidential information by phone, email, or via instant messaging;If callers address you by your first name and patronymic and know your residential address and place of work, this does not mean they are official. All necessary information can be obtained in various ways.Employees of UAPF JSC do not participate in various videos offering transfers, investments, or purchases of any stocks or financial instrument.. The UAPF strongly recommends obtaining information from official sources and acting exclusively within the legal framework.You can get answers to all questions and verify information regarding the withdrawal and transfer of your pension savings both at UAPF branches and remotely:- via the enpf.kz website and the БЖЗҚ/ЕНПФ mobile app;- via the toll-free multi-channel call center at 1418, or via WhatsApp at +7 777 000 1418;- on the UAPF's official social media pages on popular platforms such as Odnoklassniki, Telegram, Facebook, VKontakte, X, and Instagram.Familiarize your loved ones, especially older relatives, with information security rules.Take precautions to ensure the safety, security, and confidentiality of your personal data.           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.kzSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay-kokpekti/press/news/details/1103732?lang=kk

With warm words of congratulations to the school staff, veterans of pedagogical work, alumni, and students, the Chairwoman of the Altai District Maslikhat, Larisa Aleksandrovna Grechushnikova, addressed the audience.In her speech, she emphasized the importance of teachers’ contributions to the development of education, the upbringing of the younger generation, and the preservation of the school’s best traditions.The anniversary became a true celebration that united everyone who has ever been connected with their beloved school.On this day, words of gratitude and kind wishes were expressed, and the bright pages of the school’s history and the names of those who stood at its origins were remembered.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/altay-maslihat/press/news/details/1103692?lang=kk

The agenda included issues related to the development and support of entrepreneurship in the district, as well as draft legal acts: “On the Adjustment of Basic Land Tax Rates in the Altai District” and “On Determining the Amount and List of Categories of Recipients of Housing Certificates in the District.” Reports from the akims of the Sredigorny and Paryginsky rural districts were also heard.During the meeting, members of the Public Council discussed the presented issues and asked clarifying questions to the speakers.As a result of the meeting, the draft legal acts were recommended for approval, the reports of the rural district akims were recognized as satisfactory, and the report of the Head of the Department of Entrepreneurship, Industry, and Tourism was taken into consideration.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/altay-maslihat/press/news/details/1103695?lang=kk

Speaking at the plenary session of the 21st Russia-Kazakhstan Interregional Cooperation Forum on the topic "Blue-collar jobs: a driver of economic growth," Arman Shakkaliyev, Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, emphasized the strategic importance of expanding industrial cooperation and strengthening trade and economic ties to achieve the goal of increasing mutual trade turnover to $30 billion in the shortest possible time.The forum, held with the participation of the Heads of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Vladimir Putin, has served as a unique platform for strategic dialogue for over two decades, uniting the efforts of the two countries in a wide range of areas."Each forum opens new opportunities for regions, businesses, and educational institutions, strengthening people-to-people ties and creating a solid foundation for development. We are committed to further expanding cooperation, particularly in trade and economic matters," the minister noted.According to Arman Shakkaliyev, Kazakhstan and Russia are already implementing 30 joint projects worth $4.4 billion, creating over 12,000 jobs. The launch of another 29 projects worth $30.8 billion is expected, creating over 23,000 jobs. These initiatives span key sectors, including energy, mechanical engineering, metallurgy, chemicals, and agriculture, creating new centers of excellence and ensuring sustainable industrial growth."Behind each project stands a specific person, a specific profession. Labor is the foundation of our industrial and economic development, the source of creativity, and the primary social value," the minister emphasized.During the forum, special attention was paid to human capital development. Kazakhstan declared 2025 the Year of Blue-Collar Professions, during which comprehensive work is being carried out to improve the training system, enhance the prestige of blue-collar professions, and strengthen partnerships with employers.The minister recalled that the Concept for the Development of the Labor Market until 2030 will be implemented starting in 2024. Its strategic goal is to improve the qualifications and continuously develop the skills of the workforce. By 2030, Kazakhstan plans to create at least 3.8 million high-quality jobs, accounting for 45% of total employment.Cooperation between Kazakhstan and Russia in education and training remains a key area. Dual education programs are being implemented, resource centers for competencies are being established, and academic mobility is being developed. More than 55,000 Kazakhstanis are studying at Russian universities, and over 2,000 Russian citizens are studying in Kazakhstan. This interaction creates a common educational space and trains in-demand specialists.Particular attention is being paid to the implementation of artificial intelligence. Kazakhstan has launched the first supercomputer cluster in Central Asia and is creating industry accelerators and pilot sites for AI solutions. Educational programs are also being developed in parallel: AI Qyzmet for government employees, AI Sana for students, and AI Olymp for schoolchildren."We not only create technologies, but also create an environment for their scalability," emphasized Arman Shakkaliyev. In conclusion, he noted that the government will continue to ensure decent employment and competitiveness of Kazakhstani workers in domestic and international markets. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1103672?lang=kk

 Since November 3, the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan has been testing the updated module "Declaration on Goods" of the information system "ASTANA-1" (IS "Keden").      Testing takes place in online and offline formats. It is associated with a change in the structure and format of the declaration, as well as the introduction of new automation tools.     What has already been done from November 3 to 11:more than 300 customs representatives were trained and tested;224 goods declarations are registered in the system;users sent 35 suggestions and comments, which KGD is already considering.     What has changed in the system:automated exchange of requests and answers between customs and declarant;added functions for adjusting declarations, calculating penalties and collateral;notifications and inspection reports are drawn up;there are opportunities for complex procedures - temporary import, processing, work with free customs zones and warehouses.     What has become more convenient for users:registration now takes only a few minutes, just go to the site and get started;built-in checks help to avoid errors when filling out the declaration;you can download entire groups of products - this speeds up the registration process.     The State Revenue Committee invites participants in foreign economic activity and customs representatives to continue testing the system and share their feedback on the test portal of the Astana-1 information system (Keden) https://test-keden.kgd.gov.kz.     All offers will help make Astana-1 (IS "Keden") as convenient and reliable for use as possible.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1104080?lang=kk

In order to increase the effectiveness of information and explanatory work and the quality of interaction with the public, a seminar meeting was held on November 12, 2025, chaired by Talgat Uali, Director of the Public Relations Department of the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan. During the seminar, common approaches to organizing information and explanatory work, issues of effective interaction with citizens through the E-atinish system, as well as mechanisms for working with official websites and pages of justice authorities on social networks were discussed. Special attention is paid to modern formats of communication with journalists and bloggers, issues of compliance with the legislation on mass media, as well as the development of public communication skills of employees of judicial authorities. Press ServiceDepartment of JusticeKostanay region Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet-kst/press/news/details/1103646?lang=kk

On April 14, 2025, in Izmir, the first meeting was held between the Consul General of Kazakhstan, Bauyrzhan Akatayev, and the Representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Türkiye in Izmir, Ms. Yeşim Kebapçıoğlu.The parties discussed the next steps necessary for the full operation of the Consulate General of Kazakhstan and exchanged views on the prospects for cooperation between the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-izmir/press/news/details/1103647?lang=kk

Astana, November 11, 2025 – Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Gabidulla Ospankulov held a meeting with representatives of QazCement Industries and the Chinese corporation Sinoma Cement Co., Ltd., part of China National Building Material Group (CNBM).The parties discussed the progress of the investment project to build a cement plant in the Baiganin district of Aktobe Region, with a total value of approximately US 200 million US dollars. The project envisions constructing a facility with an annual capacity of 1.3 million tons of cement, with a possible expansion to 2.5 million tons, which will reduce Western Kazakhstan’s dependence on cement imports from Russia and Iran and supply the domestic market with locally produced materials.The discussion also covered infrastructure support, construction timelines, and production localization, including the use of local raw materials (chalk, clay, marl), as well as the creation of about 900 jobs during construction and 250 permanent positions after commissioning.Chairman Ospankulov emphasized the project’s strategic importance for the development of the construction industry and the industrialization of Western Kazakhstan, as well as its contribution to strengthening cooperation with Chinese industrial companies: “This project exemplifies effective partnership between Kazakh and foreign businesses. Together with the regional akimat, we identified the need for local production capacities in Western Kazakhstan – a so-called “cement gap,” which has traditionally been filled by imports from Russia and Iran. Following this, we helped the Kazakh company find a strategic partner, which became the Chinese corporation Sinoma Cement Co., Ltd. The project will not only replace imports but also create new export opportunities to neighboring regions of Russia and Central Asia,” – he noted.The QazCement Industries project is being implemented with the support of the Government of Kazakhstan through the Investment Agreement mechanism. Under the agreement, investors have committed to supplying at least 50% of production to the domestic market and to continuous training of Kazakh specialists. Additionally, the company will finance the construction of social facilities in the Baiganin district, including an 80-seat community center and the reconstruction of the central park area.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/invest/press/news/details/1103877?lang=kk

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On November 11 of this year, a meeting was held with H.E. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Nuaimi, Director General of Ajman Ports and Customs.The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in trade, logistics, and transport sectors.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-dubai/press/news/details/1103580?lang=kk

       In accordance with the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, signed by the Head of State on July 18, 2025 and entering into force on January 1, 2026, a number of amendments have been introduced to the calculation and payment of corporate income tax (CIT).     Corporate income taxpayers are legal entities that are residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as non-resident legal entities conducting activities in the Republic of Kazakhstan through a permanent establishment or receiving income from sources within the Republic of Kazakhstan.     State institutions are not considered CIT payers.     State secondary education institutions have been removed from the list of non-CIT payers.     Differentiated corporate income tax rates have been introduced:     20% - general rate applied to taxable income, except for specific activities;     25% - for banking activities (excluding business lending) and gambling;     3% - for the production and processing of agricultural and aquaculture (fish farming) products, and the sale of processed products by legal entities engaged in these activities;     6% - for the activities of agricultural cooperatives, excluding those specified above;     5% in 2026 and 10% starting from January 1, 2027 for organizations engaged in the social sector, excluding non-profit organizations.     An obligation has been introduced to determine and maintain separate tax accounting for activities subject to different CIT rates.    The threshold of total annual income, taking into account adjustments for the previous tax period, above which there is an obligation to calculate and pay advance payments, has been increased from 350,000 MCI to 600,000 MCI.     The calculation of advance payments prior to submitting the tax return has been eliminated. Advance payments for the first quarter will now be calculated by the state revenue authorities (at 1/12 of the amount of advance payments for the previous tax period).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1103583?lang=kk

"Winter-2025" city command and staff training exercise On November 12-13, 2025, the city command and staff exercise "Winter-2025" will be held in the city of Shymkent. As part of the training, a number of practical activities are planned to be held aimed at improving the interaction of civil protection services. On November 12, at 11:00 AM, an alarm will be activated in the city to test the operation of the public alert system. Dear city residents, we ask you to remain calm and not panic.

City command and staff exercises "Kys-2025" From November 12–13, 2025, the city of Shymkent will host the city command and staff exercises “Kys-2025”. The exercises will include a number of practical activities aimed at developing cooperation between civil defense services. On November 12 at 11:00 a.m., the city's public warning system will be launched for testing purposes. Dear city residents! We ask you to remain calm and not panic.

For three decades, relations between Kazakhstan and Russia have been developing in a spirit of good-neighborliness, alliance, and mutual support. Today, these ties are reaching a new level—a comprehensive strategic partnership encompassing politics, economics, energy, transport, and humanitarian affairs. In his article, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized that the "eternal friendship" between the peoples of the two countries is the philosophical and political foundation of modern cooperation. He noted that relations between Astana and Moscow are built on a solid foundation of trust, respect, and equality, making them resilient even amid global turbulence. In economic terms, Russia remains one of Kazakhstan's key partners. More than 20,000 joint ventures are implementing major projects in industry, energy, and transport. The most significant of these include the construction of a nuclear power plant with the participation of Rosatom, the development of the chemical industry with Sibur, EuroChem, and Lukoil, and the joint production of auto components and tires with KAMAZ and Tatneft. Equally important is cooperation in transport and logistics. Thirteen international corridors linking Asia and Europe pass through Kazakhstan. Key border crossings are being modernized jointly with Russia, and the strategic North-South route is being developed, which will increase cargo throughput to 20 million tons per year by 2030. Cultural and humanitarian cooperation remains a solid foundation of the alliance. In 2025, the "Alley of Eternal Friendship between Kazakhstan and Russia" was opened in Astana, and the "Kazakh-Russian Friendship Square" is preparing to open in Moscow. Educational and youth projects are actively developing, and ties between museums, theaters, and universities are strengthening. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized the importance of the Russian language as a key element of interethnic harmony and cultural heritage. Kazakhstan continues to support its development, viewing it as part of a humanitarian dialogue that strengthens trust between peoples. The President emphasized that the allied relations between Kazakhstan and Russia have great potential for further growth and adaptation to the challenges of the times. He expressed confidence that the eternal friendship between the two countries will remain a reliable foundation for Eurasian stability, prosperity, and creativity.

For decades, Kazakhstan and Russia have demonstrated an exemplary alliance and strategic partnership based on mutual respect, trust, and equality. This was stated by President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in his article for Rossiyskaya Gazeta, emphasizing that the eternal friendship between the two peoples is not simply a historical tradition, but a conscious choice that determines the sustainability and dynamism of modern interaction. The President noted that since independence, Kazakhstan has placed particular importance on relations with Russia, enshrining this in its foreign policy concepts. Back in 1992, the Treaty of Eternal Friendship, Cooperation, and Mutual Assistance was signed, forming a solid foundation for bilateral relations. According to Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, despite global challenges and sanctions pressure, both countries have managed to maintain the momentum of mutual development. The package of agreements signed during Russian President Vladimir Putin's state visit to Kazakhstan opened new horizons for strategic partnership, and upcoming talks in Moscow are aimed at signing a Declaration on elevating relations to a comprehensive alliance. Russia is one of Kazakhstan's top three foreign trade partners, and Kazakhstan is one of Russia's top five. Trade turnover between the two countries is approaching $30 billion. More than 20,000 Russian-invested enterprises are successfully operating in the republic, and over 170 joint industrial projects worth over $50 billion are being implemented. Joint initiatives in energy, transport, logistics, and high technology are particularly significant. The President also emphasized the importance of cooperation in the humanitarian sphere. Branches of leading Russian universities, including MGIMO and Moscow State University, are actively operating in Kazakhstan, and a branch of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University has opened in Omsk—the first foreign office of a Kazakh university in Russia. Particular attention is paid to the preservation and development of the Russian language, which is an integral part of Kazakhstan's social and cultural life. Concluding his article, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted that the allied relations between Kazakhstan and Russia have a decisive influence on processes unfolding in the Eurasian space. He emphasized that, amid global changes, the strong friendship between the two states remains a pillar of stability, security, and creativity for the entire continent.

Scammers are mastering new schemes of deception!Be vigilant!With the rapid development of digital technologies, citizens are gaining wider access to government, financial and other electronic services via the Internet. However, at the same time, methods and methods of crimes in the field of online fraud are actively developing. We ask you to be especially careful - scammers actively use the capabilities of rapidly developing artificial intelligence, creating videos, audio recordings and images in which people's faces and voices are replaced with real ones. For example, false commercials with advertisements and offers to invest their savings in various bonds, stocks and financial transactions are periodically distributed on social networks.  By exerting psychological pressure and using citizens' trust in official structures, fraudsters can pose as employees of government agencies, banks, law enforcement agencies, telecom operators and other organizations, including the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund, in order to gain access to personal and financial information. In this regard, UAPF JSC recalls that the National Bank (NBK) is engaged in investing pension assets. He acts as a trustee of pension savings, investing them in various financial instruments in accordance with the Investment Declaration approved by the Government. In addition to the NBRK, investment portfolio managers (IPMS) can participate in the management of pension assets, to whom part of the savings can be transferred. The transfer to the UIP can be made only through the portal of JSC "UAPF", no intermediaries are needed for this. Also, for your safety and fraud prevention, UAPF JSC reminds you:• Pension payments are processed without intermediaries and commissions.;• The UAPF does not charge fees for the provision of services, and all payments are made strictly according to the law;• Targeted use of savings for housing and medical treatment is carried out only through authorized operators (second-tier banks);• Employees of government agencies, banks, law enforcement agencies, telecom operators and the UAPF never request personal data, bank card details, SMS codes and other confidential information by phone, e-mail or via messengers;• If callers address you by your first name and patronymic and know your residential address and place of work, this does not mean that these people are officials. There are different ways to get all the necessary data.• Employees of UAPF JSC do not participate in various videos with offers of transfer, investment of their savings, as well as purchases of any shares and financial instruments. The UAPF strongly recommends receiving information from official sources andacting exclusively in the legal field.             You can get answers to all your questions and check the information regarding the withdrawal and transfer of your pension savings both at the branches of the UAPF and remotely.: - through the website enpf.kz , the BRZZK/UAPF mobile application; - through multi-channel toll-free communication by calling the call center number 1418, as well as via WhatsApp at +7 777 000 1418;  Instagram Facebook: On the official pages of the UAPF on social networks on such popular platforms as Odnoklassniki, Telegram, Facebook, Vkontakte, X and Instagram.   Familiarize your loved ones, especially elderly relatives, with the rules of information security.Take precautions to ensure the safety, security and confidentiality of your personal data.           The UAPF was established on August 22, 2013 on the basis of JSC NPF GNPF. The founder and shareholder of the UAPF is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan represented by the State Property and Privatization Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The trust management of pension assets of the UAPF is carried out by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In accordance with pension legislation, the UAPF attracts mandatory pension contributions, mandatory employer pension contributions, mandatory occupational pension contributions, voluntary pension contributions, as well as crediting and accounting for voluntary pension contributions formed from the unclaimed amount of guaranteed compensation for a guaranteed deposit transferred by an organization providing mandatory deposit guarantee in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan. "On mandatory deposit guarantee, placed in second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan", ensures the implementation of pension payments. The Fund also records target assets and target requirements, records and transfers target savings (TS) to target savings accounts, payments of TS to their recipient to bank accounts, and records returns of TS in accordance with the procedure established by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan under the National Fund for Children program. (For more information on www.enpf.kz ).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/social-abay/press/news/details/1106863?lang=kk

On November 26, 2025, at 3 p.m., Akim of Mendykarinsky district G.M. Bekbaev will meet with the population of Borovskoye village.Location of the event: Borovskoye village, in the building of the children's art school.In preparation for the meeting with the population, questions and suggestions from residents are being received. You can send your requests via WhatsApp at 8-705-162-80-87.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-mendykarin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1103415?lang=kk

eGov.kz for obtaining information from third parties on the portal: eGov.kz log in to the portal. On the main page, select the section "citizens" - "transport and communications" - "communications". Next, select the "service for obtaining information from third parties" and click the "request Online" button.  Enter the IIN and select the information from the list that you want to request, then sign up for the service and click "Get help". The result of the eGov service.kz will appear in the portal's personal account.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay-kokpekti-ulgilimalshy/press/news/details/1103397?lang=kk

10 ноября стартовал  I этап творческих отчётов самодеятельных коллективов и отдельных исполнителей клубных учреждений района- ХХIV районный конкурс-фестиваль самодеятельного народного творчества «Өнеріміз саған, Казақстан!» , посвящённый 30 - летию Конституции Республики Казахстан и 30- летию со дня образования Ассамблеи народа Казахстана.  Первыми своим творчеством поделились участники художественной  самодеятельности Первомайского сельского клуба.  Поздравляем их с прекрасным стартом!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay-fedorov/press/news/details/1103349?lang=kk

11 ноября в Пешковском сельском клубе состоялся  I этап творческого отчёта самодеятельных коллективов и отдельных исполнителей клубных учреждений района - ХХIV районный конкурс-фестиваль самодеятельного народного творчества «Өнеріміз саған, Казақстан!» , посвящённый 30 - летию Конституции Республики Казахстан и 30- летию со дня образования Ассамблеи народа Казахстана.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay-fedorov/press/news/details/1103354?lang=kk