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The Parliamentary Assembly of Turkic States (TurkPA) commended the constitutional reforms being implemented in Kazakhstan. 20.02.2026
Vienna, February 19, 2026. Ambassador Mukhtar Tileuberdi, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the International Organizations in Vienna met with Mr.Ramil Hasan, Secretary General of the TurkPA on the sidelines of the winter session of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly (OSCE PA). The parties discussed prospects for strengthening interparliamentary cooperation within the TurkPA.Ambassador Tileuberdi informed his interlocutor about the upcoming national referendum on the adoption of a new Constitution of Kazakhstan, scheduled for March 15. He presented the key provisions of the draft new Constitution and emphasized that the proposed constitutional reform is a logical continuation of the consistent political transformations of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. He noted that the conceptual changes to the Basic Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan are aimed at enhancing the human-centeredness of the state, reflecting the current values ​​and principles of the people of Kazakhstan and enhancing the effectiveness of the republic's political institutions.In turn, Secretary-General R.Hasan expressed support for the constitutional reforms in Kazakhstan and announced the TurkPA's plans to participate in observing the upcoming constitutional referendum in March.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-vienna/press/news/details/1166580?lang=kk
Kazakhstan’s Constitutional Reforms in Focus at a University Discussion 20.02.2026
The Hague, 20 February 2026 – As part of the continued expansion of academic and expert engagement, Ambassador Akan Rakhmetullin held a meeting with students of SIB-Leiden — a student association operating at Leiden University that brings together students specializing in international relations, law, and global governance. Founded in 1947, SIB-Leiden is the oldest branch of the SIB network in the Netherlands and is known for its intellectually oriented discussion formats, which provide students with the opportunity to engage directly with ambassadors and diplomatic representatives of various countries.    During the substantive dialogue, the Ambassador outlined Kazakhstan’s foreign policy priorities, the dynamics of Kazakhstan–Netherlands cooperation, and the country’s role in the regional architecture of Central Asia, as well as its engagement on multilateral platforms.                                                    A separate segment of the discussion was devoted to the constitutional reform process in the Republic of Kazakhstan. The conceptual foundations of the draft new Constitution were presented, along with the institutional logic and key parameters of the transformation of the political system.         Leiden University, founded in 1575, is the oldest university in the Netherlands and is a member of the Coimbra Group, Europaeum, and the League of European Research Universities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-hague/press/news/details/1166590?lang=kk
Work Schedule of Kostanay City Power Grids LLP “EPK-forfait” (LLP “EPK-forfait”) 20.02.2026
Starting from February 23, 2026, scheduled power outages will take place in private residential areas and city districts due to maintenance works. February 23–24 (10:00–18:00)KTP-21 (Overhead line maintenance works)Addresses affected:192 Baymagambetov St. — “Fruity” storePrivate sector:172–218, 218/1–218/10, 283 Kozybayev St.190–297 Baymagambetov St.143–176, 149/1–149/13 Baitursynov St.112–134 Proletarskaya St.98–130 Nazarbayev Ave.Traffic light: Nazarbayev Ave. – Baymagambetov St. intersection February 23 (10:00–18:00)TP-101 (Transformer substation maintenance)68 Pobedy St. — LLP “Sayabak-2018” February 24 (10:00–18:00)KTP “Technopolis”42 Uralskaya St. — LLP “Technopolis” February 25 (10:00–18:00)TP-205 (Substation maintenance works)Commercial facilities:“12 Months” store“Korzina KST” store“Vostok” store“Aurum” store“Master-Umeliets” store“Kristall” storeLLP “Ahchin G”Residential buildings:3 Severnaya St.305 Abay Ave.230 Altynsarin St.10, 14, 14/1, 18 Lermontov St.Private sector:1–20, 3rd Lermontov Lane1–14, 4th Lermontov Lane1–17, 17/1–17/3, 5th Lermontov Lane287–303 Abay Ave. February 25–26 (10:00–18:00)TP-247 (Overhead line maintenance works)Private sector:19–33 Karbyshev St.23–48 Zapadnaya St.37–41, 96–133, 110–110/16, 183 Sibirskaya St.26–42 Lesnaya St.26–40 Stroitel’naya St.24–77, 29/1–29/9, 55/1–55/11, 27/4–27/6 Leningradskaya St. February 26–27 (10:00–18:00)TP-231 (Substation maintenance works)Facilities:“Tandyr” café“Zara” store“Lana” store“Pivnaya No.1” store“Nizkotsen” storeIE BayazitovaResidential buildings:2, 2a, 4/1, 6, 8 Sh. Zhanibek Batyr St.4, 6/1, 8 Sh. Zhanibek Batyr Dead End18/3 Maulenov St. February 26 (10:00–18:00)TP-252 (Overhead line maintenance works)Facilities:98a Rudnenskaya St. — Service Station (STO)“Tabys” storePrivate sector:21/1, 23/1, 89–115, 111/1–111/9, 113/2–113/12, 115/1–115/9 Rudnenskaya St.24–38, 28/2–28/14 Gagarin St.87, 87/1–87/10 Leningradskaya St.3–20, 18/2–18/8, 20/1–20/5, 24/2–24/6, 26/1–26/5 Karl Marx St.100–112 Sokolovskaya St.Traffic light: Gagarin St. – Rudnenskaya St. intersection February 26 – March 3 (10:00–18:00)TP-572 (Overhead line maintenance works)Facility:“Wunderkind” Children’s StudioPrivate sector:101–120 Narimanov St.4–59 Kooperativnaya St.124–142, 134/1–134/12 Baymagambetov St.111–117 Frolov St.30–57 L. Beda St.33–63, 55/1–55/9 5 Dekabrya St.13–51 Altynsarin St.Traffic lights:Altynsarin St. – L. Beda St. intersectionAbay Ave. – L. Beda St. intersection February 27 (10:00–14:00)TP-696 No.1 (Overhead line maintenance works)Facilities:“Helios No.2” Gas StationService Station (STO)“TTS” Car Wash“KST Trade No.14” Gas Station“Tair” Café“Instrument” StoreResidents are kindly asked to treat the temporary power outages with understanding. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1166591?lang=kk
On compliance with tax registration requirements 20.02.2026
In accordance with the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan and other legislative acts, tax registration obligations are established. In particular, the following is provided:      - registration as an individual entrepreneur (individual entrepreneur);     - registration of persons engaged in private practice (lawyers, notaries, mediators);     - obligatory registration under VAT;     - registration when carrying out certain types of activities.       The State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan informs that monitoring is being carried out against persons who have signs of non-compliance with these requirements.      If violations are detected, a notification is sent on the need for registration. The term of its execution is 30 working days from the date of delivery. In case of non-fulfillment of the notice, expenditure transactions on bank accounts are suspended.     In case of disagreement, the taxpayer has the right to submit a written explanation with the attachment of supporting documents. If the arguments presented are not substantiated, a decision is made within 20 working days to recognize the notice as unfulfilled and to appoint a thematic tax audit.      At the same time, preventive measures are also applied by the tax authorities. In particular, notifications are sent through the "Taxpayer's Office" about approaching the threshold of mandatory VAT registration. In addition, we inform you that within the framework of the tax administration policy "from scratch" from January 1, 2026, micro and small businesses are exempted from administrative fines for turnovers carried out before the specified date during the period of absence of VAT registration.      The State Revenue Committee urges taxpayers to meet tax obligations in a timely manner and in good faith.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1166533?lang=kk
Public discussion of draft budget passports for 2026-2028 20.02.2026
State Institution "Zhetisu Regional Public Procurement Department". Links to the budget program passport are provided for viewing and discussion.: 001 Services for the implementation of public procurement policy at the local level https://budget.egov.kz/budgetprogram/budgetprogram?govAgencyId=23360638&budgetId=4138801&budgetState=PROJECTSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-sp/press/news/details/1166476?lang=kk
Kazakhstan is preparing to enter the Pakistani market with railway products 20.02.2026
The annual Exporters Forum is taking place in Almaty, where representatives from business and government agencies are discussing the development of non-resource exports and expanding the presence of Kazakh products in foreign markets."The forum's theme is directly related to the tasks set by the Head of State. It concerns the transition from a raw material model to the production of processed goods and increasing the share of high value-added products. We are conducting industry analysis and see a steady growth of interest in exporting industrial products," noted Aitmukhamed Aldazharov, General Director of QazTrade.According to him, the current focus is on practical case studies of companies entering foreign markets not with raw materials, but with competitive products.One example is the supply of railway products. Kazakh enterprises export rail fastenings and reinforced concrete sleepers to Central Asian countries and the Russian Federation, and are also negotiating to expand their sales geography. Currently, through the national export development operator QazTrade, entry into the Pakistani market is being worked on.As emphasized by Dinmukhamed Kuziev, President of the company "Firma 'BENT'", full set rail fastenings remain one of the key export directions."We are the only manufacturer of full set rail fastenings in Central Asia. With the support of the Ministry of Trade and Integration and QazTrade, we managed to establish supplies to Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, as well as start exporting to the Russian Federation. Last year, as part of trade and economic missions, we visited Iran and Turkmenistan and are now actively negotiating. By the end of 2025, the volume of export supplies amounted to about $5 million. In 2026, we aim to increase it to $8 million."QazTrade notes that such projects reflect the general trend of growth in exports of high value-added products. The Center continues to support enterprises in foreign markets, from organizing trade missions to negotiation support and contract conclusion. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1166489?lang=kk
By order of the Head of State, Berik Sholpankulovich Sholpankulov has been dismissed from the post of Deputy Chairman of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan in accordance with the submitted application. 20.02.2026
Memleket bashysynyn okіmіmen Berik Sholpankululy Sholpankulov bergen otіnіshіne sәikes Kazakhstan Republics Ulttyk Banks Toragasynyn orynbasary lauazymynan bosatyldy. By order of the Head of State, Berik Sholpankulovich Sholpankulov has been dismissed from the post of Deputy Chairman of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan in accordance with the submitted application.
By order of the Head of State, Berik Sholpankulovich Sholpankulov was dismissed from the position of Deputy Chairman of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in accordance with his application. 20.02.2026
By order of the Head of State, Berik Sholpankulovich Sholpankulov was dismissed from the position of Deputy Chairman of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in accordance with his application. By order, the Head of State Sholpankulov Berik Sholpankulovich is relieved of the post of Deputy Chairman of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan according to the submitted application.
Mothers with many children were awarded state awards "kumis Alka" and " Altyn Alka 20.02.2026
Akim of bayandy village Kadyrbek Kudabayuly awarded mothers with many children with state awards "kumis Alka" and "Altyn Alka".We sincerely congratulate the winners.️ ️ Press service of the Office of the Akim of bayandy village.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-munaily-bayandy/press/news/details/1166358?lang=kk
Exports exceed imports for the first time: a historic milestone for Kazakhstan's ice cream industry 20.02.2026
In 2025, Kazakhstan recorded, for the first time in history, an excess of ice cream exports over imports. By the end of the year, the volume of export shipments amounted to 14,167 tons, while imports were 12,194 tons. This indicator reflects systemic changes in the industry and the strengthening of the positions of domestic finished goods producers in international markets.As Vice President for Corporate Affairs of "Shin-Line" company, Omarbek Zhuldyz, emphasized, the achieved result is a consequence of a long-term strategy of modernization and export expansion. "Back in 2005, Kazakhstan exported only 12 tons of ice cream with imports exceeding 12 thousand tons. Today, the situation has fundamentally changed: the geography of supplies has expanded to 10 countries, and exports have for the first time exceeded imports. This speaks to the high competitiveness of Kazakhstani products and the maturity of the industry," she noted.According to her, the key growth factors were large-scale investments in creating modern production capacities, the introduction of advanced technologies, as well as systematic state support for domestic producers. The growth in export revenue and the increase in the average export price confirm the transition from price competition to competition based on quality and brands.The "Shin-Line" company, which accounts for the main share of Kazakhstani ice cream exports, continues to strengthen its international positions, demonstrating the potential of domestic enterprises to form a sustainable export trend and promote the "Made in Kazakhstan" brand in global markets.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1166365?lang=kk
A meeting with representatives of the OSCE ODIHR took place at the Kazakh Foreign Ministry 20.02.2026
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov held a meeting with Ulvi Akhundlu, Head of the Needs Assessment Mission (NAM) of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR).The Mission is currently in Kazakhstan to assess the process of preparation and conduct of the Republican referendum on the adoption of the new Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan, scheduled for March 15, 2026.During the meeting, the counterparts discussed the issue of inviting international observers, including ODIHR to the referendum.The Kazakh side reaffirmed its commitment to the practice of extending official invitations to international organizations, which reflects the country’s openness, transparency and consistency in ensuring democratic procedures.In turn, the head of the NAM Mr. Akhundlu expressed his gratitude for the invitation extended to the ODIHR to observe the referendum, as well as for the assistance provided in arranging meetings with representatives of relevant government authorities.Following the meeting, the parties confirmed their mutual interest in further developing partnership and continuing systematic efforts to improve electoral processes in line with the international commitments and national legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1166367?lang=kk
90% of oilseeds grown are processed domestically 20.02.2026
The Kazakh oil and fat industry has significantly strengthened its position on the global market in recent years. For the 2024–2025 marketing year, exports of vegetable oils and meal exceeded 1.3 million tons, amounting to $837 million in monetary terms. By the end of 2025, according to our estimates, Kazakhstan will rise by 2 positions to 6th place in the world for sunflower oil exports and is among the top three suppliers of sunflower meal to the European Union.This growth is not accidental. The industry is gradually transitioning from a raw material model to deep processing. Currently, over 90% of oilseeds grown in the country are processed within Kazakhstan. This means that finished products with high added value are now being supplied to external markets.The overall dynamics of agricultural exports also confirm this trend. According to QazTrade, in 2025, agricultural product exports grew by 37.8%, reaching $7.13 billion. The oil and fat sector made a substantial contribution to this result.As noted by Yadykar Ibragimov, Chairman of the National Association of Oilseed Processors, the industry has fundamentally changed in recent years."If Kazakhstan previously mainly exported raw materials, today we supply processed products to external markets. The modernization of enterprises, increased capacity, and logistics development have allowed us to establish ourselves among the world leaders in sunflower oil exports. Our strategic goal is to enter the top three largest exporters and increase the industry's foreign exchange earnings to $2 billion," he noted at a roundtable in Almaty. Since 2021, processing capacities have grown more than 2.5 times and continue to expand. The main sales markets remain China, Central Asian countries, and the European Union. The combined import of vegetable oils and meal in these directions exceeds 40 million tons per year—this is significant potential for further growth of Kazakh supplies. This dynamic fully aligns with the course set by the Head of State for developing deep processing and strengthening the country's position in external markets. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1166376?lang=kk
The Kazakh-Italian Trade House was officially opened in Almaty 20.02.2026
Last year, during the "Central Asia - Italy" summit, the President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, received a proposal to open an Italian trade house in Almaty. Today, February 20, 2026, in fulfillment of the President's instruction, the grand opening of the Kazakhstan-Italy Trade House took place in Almaty. The new center will become a platform for developing trade, economic, and investment cooperation between Kazakhstan and Italy.The opening ceremony was conducted by the Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Arman Shakkaliyev. The event was also attended by the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Italy, Edmondo Cirelli, the Deputy Minister for the Made in Italy program, Valentino Valentini, the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Italy, Yerbolat Sembayev, and the Ambassador of Italy to Kazakhstan, Antonello Di Riu.Arman Shakkaliyev noted that Kazakhstan and Italy have strong partnership relations in trade, investment, and industry. Italy remains one of the country's key partners in Europe. The trade house will become a working platform for companies. Here, entrepreneurs will be able to receive consultations, seek partners, participate in joint projects, and exchange experiences.The trade house will support exports and investments. It will help enterprises establish joint ventures and industrial projects. Here, production cooperation and technology exchange can be arranged. The center will contribute to promoting products with the Made in Italy label and developing Kazakhstan's non-commodity exports.The trade house's infrastructure includes facilities for business meetings, negotiations, conferences, and presentations. Digital solutions for online interaction and hybrid events will operate here. To support business, information points of Kazakhstan's development institutions will be located on the premises. They will provide up-to-date information on cooperation opportunities and state support measures.Arman Shakkaliyev emphasized that the trade house will help turn business dialogue into concrete results. It will become a center for interaction between government bodies and businesses, simplify access to projects and investments, and create new opportunities for developing trade ties and attracting investments.Mutual trade between Kazakhstan and Italy in 2025 amounted to 16.9 billion US dollars. The main export goods from Kazakhstan to Italy were crude oil, unwrought aluminum, wheat, ferroalloys, hard coal, dried leguminous vegetables, and propylene polymers.Imports to Kazakhstan from Italy in 2025 amounted to 1.28 billion dollars. The main import goods were medicinal products, pipeline fittings, tubes and profiles of ferrous metals, heat treatment equipment, other food products, jewelry, and vaccines. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1166392?lang=kk
Kazakhstan and the Inter-Religious Council of Kenya Outline Paths for Cooperation 20.02.2026
Nairobi, 20 February 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Kenya and Permanent Representative of Kazakhstan to the UN Office in Nairobi, Barlybay Sadykov, held a meeting with the Executive Director of the Inter-Religious Council of Kenya (IRCK), Linus Nthigai, Board Member Bishop John Warari, and Hindu Council of Kenya Chairperson Sujatha Kotamraju.During the conversation, Ambassador Barlybay Sadykov provided a detailed briefing to the Kenyan side regarding Kazakhstan’s unique model of inter-ethnic and inter-confessional harmony. Special emphasis was placed on Kazakhstan’s initiatives to promote global dialogue, particularly within the framework of the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, as well as the active participation of Kenyan representatives in this process.The parties discussed practical approaches to preventing religious-based conflicts and promoting the values of tolerance among the youth.In turn, Linus Nthigai highly praised Kazakhstan's efforts on the international stage and expressed deep interest in exchanging experience with Kazakhstani institutions dedicated to the development of inter-civilizational dialogue.Participants of the meeting emphasized the vital importance of solidarity among religious leaders in addressing modern global challenges — ranging from climate change to social inequality.Inter-Religious Council of Kenya (IRCK) – A coalition of the country's major religious communities dedicated to deepening inter-confessional dialogue and cooperation. Its mission is to mobilize the moral and social resources of believers to address common problems and promote sustainable peace and development in Kenya.Christianity prevails in Kenya, specifically Protestantism and Catholicism. A significant portion of the population also practices Islam and indigenous traditional beliefs.The Chairman of the Inter-Religious Council of Kenya, Bishop Willybard Kitogo Lagho, visited Kazakhstan on September 17-18, 2025, to participate in the VIII meeting of the Secretariat of the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-nairobi/press/news/details/1166402?lang=kk
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Servicemen from the Almaty garrison congratulated frontline soldier Soltanbay Zharykbasov on his 101st birthday 20.02.2026
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DGD in Kostanay region continues explanatory work on the introduction of beer labeling 20.02.2026
The DGD in Kostanay region continues explanatory work on the introduction of beer labeling.Today, on February 20, a Zoom conference on beer labeling was held, which was introduced on February 1 of this year.The speaker was Samat Biguzhin, Head of the Excise Tax Administration Department. During the meeting, the participants were given a detailed explanation of the labeling procedure, the requirements for turnover participants, the rules for registration in the information system, and responsibility for violations.Labeling is aimed at ensuring the transparency of product turnover, controlling the payment of excise taxes and combating the shadow market. Each unit of beer is subject to mandatory labeling and reflection in the traceability system.The participants actively asked questions For convenience, Telegram has created a separate group where all interested parties can get advice and ask additional questions.https://t.me/+gLUyLLCX5Fo0YWM6Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kostanay/press/news/details/1166280?lang=kk
National Guard Pilot Devotes Over 900 Hours to Flight Operations 20.02.2026
Pilot of Military Unit 3656 of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Berikbolsyn Khabibolla, serves as an aircraft commander. His total flight time exceeds 900 hours.From the ninth grade, the future major studied at a flight training and technical school in the city of Astana, where he gained his first experience in operating an aircraft. He later continued his education at the Civil Aviation Academy in Almaty.During his studies, the young pilot also had the opportunity to undergo international practical training. He completed internships in Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia, as well as in Germany and Spain.— The sky does not forgive mistakes. It demands discipline, composure, and complete readiness. Every takeoff teaches you to be even more attentive. From the moment you take your seat in the cockpit, you and the aircraft become a single mechanism, — says the law-enforcement forces pilot.The professional path of the aviator is not limited to training flights. He has repeatedly carried out missions under conditions posing real threats to human life.During the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, Major Berikbolsyn Khabibolla took part in missions carried out on the instructions of the President. As part of the aviation crew of Military Unit 3656, he delivered humanitarian aid to emergency zones six times.For the courage demonstrated under extreme conditions, the guardsman was awarded the medal “For Combat Valor” (Zhauyngerlik Erligi Ushin).It should be emphasized that National Guard pilots remain faithful to their duty and service to the Motherland under all circumstances. Since the establishment of Military Unit 3656, its aviation crews have transported more than 100,000 people and over 8 million tons of cargo.Pilots like Berikbolsyn Khabibolla serve daily in the skies, ensuring the security of the country and confirming the reliability of its aerial shield. Press Service of the National GuardMinistry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/1166236?lang=kk
About carrying out technical work in the IS ESF Dear taxpayers! 20.02.2026
About carrying out technical work in the IS ESF Dear taxpayers!The State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan informs that on February 20, 2026, from 11:05 a.m., the Electronic Invoices information system is unavailable for technical reasons. We apologize for the inconvenience!At the same time, we inform you that, if necessary, taxpayers have the right to issue a tax invoice and deposit it in the ECF for February 20, 2026:an invoice issued on paper within 15 (fifteen) calendar days from February 21, 2026.;an accompanying bill of lading for goods issued on paper within 3 (three) business days from February 23, 2026.However, penalties will not be applied.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kostanay/press/news/details/1166200?lang=kk
The Ministry of Trade intends to increase exports of finished goods from Almaty and the Almaty region by 1.5 billion US dollars by 2030 20.02.2026
Kazakhstan faces the task of increasing exports of finished products and strengthening the positions of domestic producers in foreign markets. In this context, it is planned to increase exports of finished products from Almaty and Almaty Region by $1.5 billion USD by 2030. This structural shift was the key topic of a round table dedicated to the export potential of Almaty and Almaty Region. The event was attended by Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Shakkaliyev, Deputy Akim of Almaty Olzhas Smagulov, representatives of local executive bodies, the quasi-public sector, and business.Today, the Almaty agglomeration unites almost 4 million people and over 35 percent of all small and medium-sized businesses in the country. It is Kazakhstan's largest financial, entrepreneurial, and logistics center. By the end of 2025, Almaty's foreign trade turnover reached $33.6 billion USD, growing by 5.2 percent. Exports amounted to $6 billion. Despite positive dynamics, export growth rates still lag behind the city's real economic potential. At the same time, steady growth in supplies to China, Central Asian countries, Europe, and the CIS confirms high demand for the region's products and opens opportunities for scaling Kazakhstani brands in foreign markets.Almaty Region demonstrates higher dynamics. The region's trade turnover increased by 15.6 percent, reaching $4.2 billion USD. Exports grew by 28 percent, exceeding the mark of $1.1 billion. Importantly, the driver of growth is finished products. This indicates a gradual transition from a raw material economic model to an industrial-agrarian one. As a result, a unified economic ecosystem of the agglomeration is being formed. Almaty acts as a center for management, finance, trade, and logistics. The region is becoming a production platform for large-scale industrial output."An additional direction for growth is the export of services. Almaty is already the country's leader in supplying business and IT services abroad. Their volume exceeds $300 million USD. Intellectual property, digital solutions, consulting, finance, advertising, and analytics are becoming new drivers of non-resource exports and forming the basis for developing a knowledge economy and creative industries," noted Arman Shakkaliyev. E-commerce provides the impulse for export activity. Almaty accounts for over half of the country's total online sales volume. This is about 3 trillion tenge. Essentially, this is ready-made infrastructure for small and medium-sized businesses to enter foreign markets. It allows for significantly reducing transaction costs and accelerating the integration of domestic companies into global supply chains.According to estimates by the Ministry of Trade, the aggregate export potential of the Almaty agglomeration is about $1.5 billion USD. The main part falls on high value-added products. Growth reserves are concentrated in the segment of finished goods. Primarily, this is the food industry, chemicals, and engineering. Significant potential also remains in pharmaceuticals, construction materials production, and the IT sector. The development of deep processing and industrial cooperation in these industries can provide a multiplier effect for the region's economy, employment, and tax base.The key strategic goal is to transform Almaty and Almaty Region into a leading non-resource export hub in Central Asia. To achieve this, a transition is planned from supporting individual enterprises to forming sustainable export clusters. The expansion of trade missions and digital B2B platforms, the launch of programs to promote service exports, and the creation of modern pre-export preparation infrastructure are also envisaged. This will include certification laboratories and e-commerce hubs.Financial business support instruments will play a substantial role in implementing the new export model. Together with the Export Credit Agency, the possibility of creating an Almaty Export Financial Pool is being considered. It will provide small and medium-sized enterprises with access to preferential lending, insurance, and logistics subsidies. This will allow companies to move from one-off deals to stable long-term export contracts.The updated architecture of the Single Window for Exporters envisages systematic business support at all stages of entering foreign markets. This involves personnel training, product adaptation to international standards, certification, finding sales channels, and supporting export transactions.Collectively, the proposed measures should ensure the achievement of the strategic target. By 2030, it is planned to increase exports from Almaty and Almaty Region by $1.5 billion USD and form a new model of sustainable economic growth based on processing, technology, and the global competitiveness of Kazakhstani products.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1166152?lang=kk