Society
Visit of the Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of Thailand to Almaty 12.07.2026
As part of the official visit of Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand Sihasak Phuangketkeow to Kazakhstan, he also paid a visit to Almaty and participated in the Kazakhstan–Thailand Business Forum. The visit included a program introducing Almaty's tourism potential, aimed at strengthening cultural and people-to-people ties between Kazakhstan and Thailand. The visit contributed to the development of bilateral cooperation and the strengthening of friendly relations between the peoples of the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-almaty/press/news/details/1250213?lang=ru
New Projects and Infrastructure Development Will Continue in Zhosaly 12.07.2026
In accordance with the Decree of the Head of State, the meetings of the district akim and rural district akims with residents concluded today in Zhosaly settlement. During the meeting, the Akim of Karmakshy District, Zhandos Yerkinbek, reported to the public on the work carried out during the first half of 2026 and presented the progress of several ongoing projects.Currently, 1,174 business entities are registered in the settlement, of which 1,114 are operating steadily. Since the beginning of the year, preferential loans totaling 324.3 million tenge have been provided for 36 projects through state support programs.Infrastructure development works are continuing. Major repairs are currently underway on Kelmembet Batyr Street and Nurzhigit Nakypov Street. In addition, with the support of sponsors, a project worth 3.4 billion tenge is planned to gradually modernize 38 streets that require repair. Once fully implemented, the share of roads in good condition in Zhosaly settlement will reach 100 percent.To improve residents' safety and comfort, new pedestrian walkways are being constructed this year on Turar Ryskulov, Balky Bazar, and Oraz Akhun streets with the support of the district akim. In addition, the construction of a children's playground is underway on Erimbet Koishybayev Street.At present, 110 out of the settlement's 128 streets are provided with street lighting, representing 86 percent of all streets. Design and cost estimate documentation for lighting the remaining streets has been prepared and submitted for funding. A separate project to provide lighting for the Tauelsizdik residential area is also under development.Over the past three years, approximately 10,000 tree saplings have been planted along the streets and within the green belt area, with a survival rate of 90 percent. Reconstruction of the dendropark, irrigation water supply, and further landscaping works have also begun.The meeting also covered the operation of the irrigation water system, safety measures at the seasonal beach, sanitary cleaning activities, and the work being carried out under the "Taza Kazakhstan" environmental campaign.At the end of the meeting, the district akim answered residents' questions and emphasized that the proposals and concerns of citizens will always remain a priority, and that efforts to create a comfortable living environment for residents will continue systematically in the future.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1250197?lang=ru
The Development Pace of Rural Settlements Remains Under Constant Supervision 12.07.2026
Today, the Akim of Karmakshy District, Zhandos Yerkinbek, held his next meetings with residents of the Zhanazhol and Iirkol rural districts, where he spoke about the work carried out to develop the district and its settlements, as well as future plans.In the Zhanazhol rural district, four surveillance cameras worth 2.5 million tenge were installed this year to enhance public safety and improve the quality of life for residents. In addition, 90 percent of the village's nine streets are now provided with street lighting. This agricultural settlement, which was supplied with natural gas last year with the support of the regional leadership, is now fully provided with high-quality drinking water.Several important projects have also been implemented in the Iirkol rural district. Four surveillance cameras with a total value of 2.5 million tenge were installed on Korkyt Ata, Rakhymzhan Dospanov, and Yesenbek Kurmanbayev streets. Furthermore, the "Balazharma" canal, which supplies irrigation water to the village, was cleaned by the "Arna" Municipal State Institution, with 7 million tenge allocated for this work.In both villages, beautification, sanitation, and landscaping activities under the "Taza Kazakhstan" program are being carried out intensively. Positive growth is also being observed in the field of entrepreneurship, with new projects being launched.During the meetings, the district akim listened to residents' suggestions and opinions, provided explanations on the issues raised in accordance with the law, and exchanged views on the projects and initiatives that will be implemented in the future.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1250185?lang=ru
On amendments to the tax legislation on the execution of notifications of cameral control notices 12.07.2026
If discrepancies are identified, a notification of cameral control is sent to the taxpayer.If the taxpayer agrees with the identified violations, they are obliged to eliminate them by:1)submitting appropriate tax reports according to notification;2)paying to the budget the amount of value-added tax previously refunded at the request of the taxpayer, as well as the accrued penalty for each day from the transfer date;3)data is reflected in a special mobile application and/or taxes and social payments are paid by self-employed taxpayers;4)performing actions to switch to the appropriate tax regime.In case of disagreement with the identified discrepancies, the taxpayer may submit explanations to the tax authority substantiating the reasons for their occurrence, which do not entail violations of the tax legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Partial agreement with the notification is also possible, when violations are eliminated only in the confirmed part, and explanations are provided for the remaining discrepancies.When executing the notification, the tax authorities have no rights to request additional documents.If the notification of the cameral control is not executed, restrictive measures may be applied, including:1)suspension of spending operations on bank accounts.;2)suspension of electronic invoice issuance;3)restriction of access to certain Internet resources.In order to verify the accuracy of the explanations provided or if the notification isn't executed, the tax authority has the right to conduct a tax audit on discrepancies identified by the results of cameral control.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1250175?lang=ru
Special Exercise "Aibyn – 2026" Comes to an End 12.07.2026
The regional special tactical exercise "Aibyn – 2026," held in Karmakshy District, is coming to an end. On this occasion, an award ceremony for the participants of the exercise was organized at Specialized Boarding School No. 284.The ceremonial event was attended by Karmakshy District Akim Zhandos Yerkinbek, Chairman of the District Maslikhat Adil Koshalakov, military unit commanders, and personnel. During the event, an exhibition of military equipment and weapons was presented, and the special equipment and tools used during the exercise were showcased.Addressing the participants, Zhandos Yerkinbek expressed his gratitude to everyone involved:"The ten-day exercise is of particular importance in ensuring national security. The participants demonstrated a high level of preparedness and successfully fulfilled their assigned tasks with honor. This is a reflection of your dedicated service to the Motherland. With the support of the Head of State, the Government, and the regional leadership, our district continues to support the development of the defense sector and strengthen the material and technical base of military units. This work will continue in the future. I sincerely thank all of you for your efforts in ensuring the peace and national security of our country," he said.During the event, individuals who distinguished themselves through their professionalism and active participation were awarded Letters of Appreciation from the district akim.In addition, local artists performed patriotic songs, and at the end of the ceremony, representatives of the elder generation gave their blessings.It should be noted that more than 100 personnel from the district participated in this traditional regional event, which is held annually.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1250176?lang=ru
Public Meetings Continue in Akzhar and Aktobe Villages 12.07.2026
In accordance with the Decree of the Head of State, meetings between the district akim and local residents are continuing. To date, the Akim of Karmakshy District, Zhandos Yerkinbek, has already held meetings with residents in seven of the district's fourteen settlements and rural districts. The latest meetings took place in the Akzhar and Aktobe rural districts.During the meetings, participants discussed the district's socio-economic development indicators, the projects being implemented in the rural districts, and future plans.In Akzhar village, major infrastructure modernization works are underway. Using funds from the regional budget, major repairs are being carried out on Oraz Akhun Street and Zhalgasbay Tuyakbayev Street at a total cost of 283.9 million tenge. In addition, four surveillance cameras have been installed on Kasymtai Iztleuov Street to strengthen public safety measures. In the agricultural sector, four large and small farms are engaged in crop production.New projects are also being implemented in the Aktobe rural district. In particular, with the sponsorship of the "Ontalap" farming enterprise, the construction of an Emergency Response Station building is planned at the entrance to Y. Seitenov Street.Agriculture remains the main sector of the local economy. Currently, "Aktobe i K" LLP and the "Ontalap" and "Doyt" farming enterprises have planted agricultural crops on a total area of 3,310 hectares. Of this, 1,815 hectares have been sown with rice.During the meeting, residents expressed their gratitude for the work being carried out. Zhandos Yerkinbek also held a personal reception, answered questions raised regarding the agricultural sector, and assigned relevant tasks to the heads of the responsible departments.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1250165?lang=ru
Systematic Projects for the Benefit of the People 12.07.2026
In accordance with the Decree of the Head of State, meetings between the district akim and local residents are continuing. In this regard, the Akim of Karmakshy District, Zhandos Yerkinbek, met with residents of the III International and Torebai Bi villages, where he highlighted the work carried out during the first half of 2026 and outlined future plans.In the III International rural district, tax revenues reached 104 percent, exceeding the planned target. The village is fully supplied with centralized drinking water. The district akim noted that this year it is planned to modernize the electricity networks of four rural districts at a total cost of 1.7 billion tenge, and the III International rural district is among the settlements included in this large-scale project. A contractor has already been selected to carry out medium repairs on Pak Chen Ir Street and Astana Lane at a cost of 53.9 million tenge, and construction work will begin in the near future.In Torebai Bi village, systematic measures aimed at improving residents' quality of life are also being implemented. To ensure public safety, four surveillance cameras worth 2.9 million tenge have been installed. In addition, a special tablet was purchased to monitor landscaping activities within the framework of the "Law and Order" principle.To provide residents with irrigation water, cleaning works were carried out on the Kelte Aryk canal and the village irrigation channels, ensuring the timely delivery of irrigation water. Furthermore, improvement and beautification works in the settlement are ongoing. The district head also noted that residents of the village will soon gain access to natural gas.During the meeting, residents raised several issues, and the district akim answered each question and instructed the heads of the relevant departments to address the proposals and concerns raised.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1250167?lang=ru
Belarusian by Ethnicity, Kazakh at Heart: The Story of a National Guardsman 12.07.2026
Private Vasily Mazur, a serviceman of Military Unit 5513 of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Taraz, leaves a lasting impression from the very first conversation. Despite his Belarusian roots, he speaks Kazakh fluently and without an accent, using the language almost as if it were his native tongue.Vasily was born and raised in the Zhambyl Region's Zhambyl (Zhualy) District, the birthplace of the legendary military commander Bauyrzhan Momyshuly. He graduated from a Kazakh-language school and grew up immersed in Kazakh traditions, listening to epic tales of legendary batyrs and reading the philosophical works of Abai.Kazakh is the primary language spoken in his family, and for Vasily it has long become a natural part of everyday life."My interest in the Kazakh language began in childhood. I have always been fascinated by the history, culture, and traditions of the Kazakh people," the guardsman says.Vasily completed his compulsory military service in Military Unit 5510 of the National Guard in Kokshetau. He enjoyed military life so much that six months later he decided to continue his career as a contract serviceman. Today, Private Mazur serves in the vehicle platoon of Military Unit 5513, where he operates a patrol vehicle.His command of the state language also benefits him in service. While performing public order duties on the streets of Taraz, he easily communicates with local residents, helping him carry out his responsibilities more effectively.Private Mazur has earned a reputation as a disciplined and proactive serviceman. Earlier this year, he won the "Memlekettik Til – Menin Tilim" ("The State Language Is My Language") competition held within his military unit. He is now preparing to represent his unit at the next stage of the competition, which will take place under the "Oñtüstık" Regional Command.In his free time, Vasily is committed to self-improvement. He regularly visits the unit's library, where he enjoys reading works of Kazakh literature. The poetry of Mukagali Makatayev holds a special place in his heart.For Vasily, respect for the state language has become a guiding principle and an integral part of his worldview. His story is a vivid reminder that love for a language is not determined by ethnicity, and that genuine respect for a nation's culture is demonstrated above all through one's actions. Press Service of the National GuardMinistry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/1250172?lang=ru
Pension savings continue to grow: Over the past 12 months, the increase amounted to 4.33 trillion tenge. 12.07.2026
As of June 1, 2026, the pension savings of Kazakhstanis exceeded 27.67 trillion tenge, an increase of 4.33 trillion tenge (or 18.6%) over the past 12 months.The bulk of pension savings are funds formed through compulsory pension contributions (CPCs), which reached 25.81 trillion tenge. Over the 12 months, they increased by 3.93 trillion tenge (or 18.0%).Pension savings formed through compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPCs) amounted to 754.69 billion tenge, an increase of 13.3% over the 12 months.The volume of voluntary pension contributions (VPC) also increased: as of June 1, 2026, it reached 10.13 billion tenge, representing a 19.8% increase over the 12 months.Pension savings generated through employer’s compulsory pension contributions (ECPCs), which have been deposited into contributors' (beneficiaries') pension accounts since January 1, 2024, continue to grow. As of June 1, 2026, their volume exceeded 1,097.48 billion tenge, 2.6 times higher than the previous year. IncomesThe total savings volume is provided by pension contributions and investment income. In the first five months of 2026, 1,487.96 billion tenge in contributions were received into individual and notional pension savings accounts, an increase of 14.4% (or 186.95 billion tenge) compared to the same period last year.As of June 1, 2026, 1,143.82 billion tenge were received into individual pension savings accounts (IPSA) for the purpose of recording the compulsory pension contributions (CPC) (a 6.9% increase compared to the same period last year), 63.14 billion tenge were received into the compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPC) (a 10.3% increase), and 815.51 million tenge were received as VPC). ECPC for the year totaled 280.19 billion tenge.Net investment income received in contributors' accounts since the beginning of the year, as of 01.06.2026, amounted to 834.86 billion tenge. Benefits and TransfersBenefits for all types of contributions and transfers to insurance companies from the UAPF for January-May 2026 reached 693.53 billion tenge.The volume of old-age benefits amounted to 115.37 billion tenge. The average monthly scheduled payment from the UAPF upon reaching retirement age was 38,890 tenge.Lump-sum pension benefit payments (LSPBP) for housing improvements and medical treatment since the beginning of 2026 amounted to 307.75 billion tenge, inheritance payments amounted to 47.55 billion tenge, payments related to permanent residence outside the Republic of Kazakhstan amounted to 17.54 billion tenge, payments to persons with disabilities amounted to 1.48 billion tenge, and funeral payments amounted to 3.93 billion tenge. A total of 199.91 billion tenge was transferred to insurance companies. IPSA NumberThe total number of pension accounts in the UAPF as of June 1, 2026, was 18.68 million (an increase of 1.09 million or 6.2% over the 12 months). The number of individual pension account contributors (beneficiaries) in the UAPF as of June 1, 2026, was 12.78 million, of which 11.34 million were of CPC, 781,880 - COPC and 460,210 - VPC. It should be noted that the total number of accounts for recording the compulsory pension contributions (11.34 million) also includes accounts of beneficiaries who have permanently resided outside the country but have not applied for their savings, deceased contributors whose heirs have not formalized the inheritance of their pension savings, military personnel who transferred to full state pension provision in 2016, and other categories of contributors (beneficiaries) whose accounts should not receive contributions under Kazakhstani law.The number of notional pension accounts in the UAPF recording information on received ECPC totaled 5.90 million. All up-to-date statistical data on pension assets is available on the enpf.kz website in the "Statistics and Analytics" section. UAPF was founded on August 22, 2013 on the basis of GNPF APF JSC. The founder and shareholder of the UAPF is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan represented by the State Institution Committee of State Property and Privatization of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Trust management of UAPF pension assets is carried out by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In accordance with the pension legislation, the UAPF attracts compulsory pension contributions, employer’s compulsory pension contributions, compulsory occupational pension contributions, voluntary pension contributions, as well as carries out enrollment and accounting of voluntary pension contributions formed at the expense of the unclaimed amount of guaranteed compensation for the guaranteed deposit, transferred by the organization carrying out mandatory guarantee of deposits, in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On mandatory guarantee of deposits placed in second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan", ensures the implementation of pension benefits. The Fund also carries out accounting of target assets and target requirements, accounting and crediting of target savings (TS) to target savings accounts, payments of TS to their recipients in bank accounts, accounting for returns of TS in the manner determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the National Fund for Children program (More details at www.enpf.kz) Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-mendykarin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1250161?lang=ru
Aktobe Region Reviews Anti-Corruption Measures and Preparedness for the Wildfire Risk Season 12.07.2026
A joint meeting of the Regional Commission on Anti-Corruption and the Regional Commission for the Prevention and Elimination of Emergencies was held under the chairmanship of Aktobe Region Akim Askhat Shakharov.During the meeting, participants reviewed ongoing efforts to prevent corruption in government agencies and organizations, assessed the performance of compliance services, and discussed the region’s preparedness for the wildfire risk season.The head of the region instructed relevant authorities to strengthen internal corruption risk assessments in government bodies and subordinate organizations, improve the effectiveness of compliance services, and intensify anti-corruption prevention efforts.In addition, Askhat Shakharov assigned specific tasks to the responsible government agencies to ensure fire safety across the region, ensure the timely launch of fire stations planned under the "Auyl Qutqarushylary" ("Village Rescuers") program, and provide them with the necessary equipment and infrastructure.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe-zhastar1/press/news/details/1250163?lang=ru
The SRD of EKR awarded participants of the "People's Accountant" campaign and representatives of the media 12.07.2026
On June 26, 2026, the State Revenue Department of East Kazakhstan region hosted an Open Day event titled "Clarification of tax legislation," dedicated to the day of mass media workers of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The event was attended by officials from the State Revenue Department of East Kazakhstan region, taxpayers, representatives of consulting firms, the "Atameken" National Chamber of Entrepreneurs, members of the media, bloggers, and public figures.During the event, the results of the "People's Accountant" campaign were summarized, and key media representatives and campaign participants were honored with awards for their contributions to enhancing the tax and customs literacy of the population.Throughout the seminar, participants received comprehensive updates regarding the execution of the revenue side of the state budget, licensing procedures for excisable goods, amendments to tax payment deadlines, mechanisms for granting tax deferrals and installment plans, as well as the regulatory procedures governing the sale of seized property through public auctions.Particular emphasis was placed on the mechanics of cameral audits and the procedures for executing identified notifications of discrepancies.During the meeting, attendees had the opportunity to ask questions and receive clarifications from leading experts on actual aspects of tax legislation and tax administration.The Open Day served as an effective platform for transparent dialogue between the state revenue authorities and taxpayers, contributing to the elevation of legal and fiscal literacy among citizens as well as strengthening interaction with the business community.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1250148?lang=ru
Current questions about the UAPF "Minimum adequacy thresholds – are their calculations transparent and is it still possible to use them?" 12.07.2026
Does the age of the contributor affect the threshold amounts and how is MAT determined according to the adopted Methodology? Minimum adequacy thresholds (MAT) depend on the age of the contributor. The older the contributor and the closer they are to retirement age, the higher the requirements for the future pension benefit, ensuring that after retirement, citizens can receive an income level close to international standards.The MAT is determined using the classic formula for calculating the present value of a future pension benefit. In other words, the new formula determines the minimum amount of savings, i.e., the MAT amount that must already be in the contributor's individual pension account (IPA) to ensure the recipient receives the target pension.The use of the present value of benefits formula is based on international practice for calculating the savings required for lifetime benefits. How has the calculation methodology for Minimum Adequacy Thresholds changed?Changes to the Minimum Adequacy Thresholds (MAT) Calculation Methodology are aimed at increasing the minimum pension savings requirements to ensure the adequacy of future funded pensions and are designed for higher pension benefit levels.Now, MAT amounts are determined for each contributor's age using a standard present value formula based on target future pension benefits. Essentially, the new methodology answers the question: what is the minimum amount that must remain in a pension account today to ensure an adequate level of retirement income in the future?The formula takes into account long-term demographic (national demographic tables) and financial (interest rates and indexation of payments) factors to achieve stability and predictability in future payment amounts for citizens, as well as socioeconomic indicators such as the minimum old-age pension and the minimum wage, determined annually by the law on the national budget.Meanwhile, the MAT calculation no longer takes into account future pension contributions from the time of withdrawal until reaching retirement age. After all, contributions may be incomplete or absent during certain periods due to various life circumstances. This approach reduces the risk that a citizen will receive a low funded pension in the future after using part of their savings. Why has the Methodology for Calculating Minimum Adequacy Thresholds changed? Since 2021, UAPF contributors have been granted the right to withdraw a portion of their pension savings early before reaching retirement age for strictly defined alternative purposes, such as improving housing conditions and paying for medical treatment. State authorities developed, and the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan subsequently approved, a Methodology for Determining the Minimum Adequacy Threshold for Pension Savings.[1].However, frequent withdrawals of pension savings above the minimum adequacy threshold (MAT) from individual pension savings accounts by contributors reduce the amount of their future pension benefits from the UAPF. Therefore, a decision was made to change the minimum adequacy thresholds. This is due to the need to gradually achieve the adequacy of pension payments in accordance with the recommendations of international organizations. Therefore, the requirements for the amount of pension savings necessary to provide for a future funded pension and to increase the replacement rate of a contributor's labor income through pension benefits at retirement age have been increased.The implementation of the new model is aimed at increasing the sustainability of the pension system and ensuring an adequate level of pension provision for citizens. Is it still possible to use pension savings for alternative purposes? The ability to use a portion of pension savings for alternative purposes, as provided by law, remains available to contributors whose savings exceed the minimum sufficiency threshold. Pensioners whose pensions constitute at least 40% of their lost income, citizens with a pension annuity agreement, and pensioners with years of service—that is, those categories of beneficiaries who have already secured a certain level of pension benefits—can also continue to access their savings.However, approaches to using pension savings are being refined to address the need to ensure citizens have adequate and stable pension payments in the future. How fair is it to calculate MAT based on future pensions if many citizens do not live to retirement age? The average life expectancy of Kazakhstanis has approached 76 years (in 2025), a record high since the country's independence. An analysis of demographic data from 1991 to the present demonstrates changes in the nation's quality of life and health. For example, in 1991, the average life expectancy was 67.6 years (in 2001 it was 65.6, in 2011 it was 68.98, and in 2021 it was 70.23). Thus, over three and a half decades, the average life expectancy of Kazakhstani citizens has increased by more than 8 years. Increased life expectancy means that Kazakhstanis will enjoy a longer retirement period than previously. Under these circumstances, it is especially important to accumulate sufficient pension savings to maintain a familiar standard of living after retirement. Increasing the thresholds for minimum adequacy of pension savings is aimed at ensuring a more adequate level of future pension and financial stability for a person over a longer period of life after retirement. [1] Government Resolution "On Approval of the Rules for the Implementation of Pension Payments, Lump-sum Pension Benefit Payments for the Purpose of Improving Housing Conditions and (or) Paying for Medical Treatment, Formed from Compulsory Pension Contributions, Compulsory Occupational Pension Contributions from the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund, Their Return to the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund, Methodology for Calculating the Amount of Pension Benefits, Methodology for Determining the Replacement Ratio of the Beneficiary's Average Monthly Income with Pension Benefits, Methodology for Determining the Minimum Adequacy Threshold of Pension Savings" Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-mendykarin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1250154?lang=ru
Development of Remote Villages Remains a Constant Priority 12.07.2026
Today, the Akim of Karmakshy District, Zhandos Yerkinbek, met with residents of the Taimbet Komekbayev and Kuandariya rural districts to discuss the results of the work carried out and the tasks ahead. During the meeting, he listened to residents' suggestions and opinions and provided explanations regarding the issues raised.Systematic work is being carried out in the rural districts to improve the quality of life and develop local infrastructure. To strengthen public safety and monitoring, 27 million tenge was allocated from the district budget for the installation of surveillance cameras in 11 settlements across the district. Under this project, four surveillance cameras were installed in each of the villages of Taimbet Komekbayev and Kuandariya, strengthening monitoring in public areas.In the Taimbet Komekbayev rural district, the street lighting along the Karatai Kuanbayev Alley was renovated using funds from the fourth-level local budget. In addition, electric pumps located in the eastern and western parts of the village continue to operate steadily to provide irrigation water for household plots.As part of a project to provide broadband internet access through satellite technologies and wireless networks, broadband internet services were installed in the settlements of Shobankazgan and Kekireli.Several infrastructure development projects have also been implemented in the Kuandariya rural district. Land plots were formally allocated for the construction of the Youth Park, a fire station, street lighting facilities, and other socially significant sites. In addition, a pedestrian walkway worth 9 million tenge was constructed on Baiterek Street and has been put into operation for the benefit of local residents.During the meeting, residents expressed their views and proposals regarding unemployment, irrigation water supply, the development of the cultural sector, and other socially significant issues. The district akim provided explanations on each issue in accordance with current legislation and assigned tasks to the heads of the relevant departments.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1250144?lang=ru
Enhancing the Potential of Rural Communities is a Key Priority 12.07.2026
In accordance with the instructions of the Head of State, maintaining constant feedback with the population is one of the key priorities. With this objective, today, with the participation of the Akim of Karmakshy District, Zhandos Yerkinbek, the results of the work carried out and future plans were discussed during meetings with residents of the Aldashbay Akhun and Dauylkol rural districts.In the Aldashbay Akhun rural district, where the fourth-level budget increased by 21 million tenge last year, four surveillance cameras have now been installed to ensure public safety. In addition, a fire station was recently built and commissioned under the "Auyl Qutqarushylary" (Village Rescuers) project.During the meeting, the district akim stated that 200 million tenge had been allocated for the modernization of electricity networks in four settlements of the district and noted that Aldashbay Akhun village is also included in this project.In the Dauylkol rural district, a modern LED screen worth 5.5 million tenge was installed in the village cultural center at the beginning of the year, creating new opportunities for organizing cultural events at a higher level. To enhance public safety, four surveillance cameras were installed on Yeshniyaz Sal Street in the center of the village. In addition, with the support of sponsors, a new bus stop worth 2.3 million tenge was constructed and put into operation. At present, design and cost estimate documentation has been prepared through sponsorship funding for the installation of street lighting on three village streets to further improve local infrastructure.Highlighting the systematic work being carried out for the district's socio-economic development, the district head answered residents' questions regarding the development of sports, culture, and other important issues and assigned tasks to the heads of the relevant departments.“The proposals and requests of residents will always remain in our focus,” said Zhandos Yerkinbek.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1250146?lang=ru
Akim of Karmakshy District Zhandos Yerkinbek Holds a Meeting with Residents of Akai Village 12.07.2026
Today, the Akim of Karmakshy District, Zhandos Yerkinbek, held a meeting with the residents of the Akai rural district, where he spoke about the socio-economic development of the district and summarized the results of the work carried out during the first half of 2026.During the meeting, the Akim of the Akai rural district, Batyrzhan Turganov, delivered a report on the activities implemented over the six months of 2026.To date, the district's planned budget of 63.4 million tenge has been fully utilized, and budget funds have been used efficiently. In addition, the planned indicators for land, property, transport, and individual income taxes have exceeded 100 percent.Currently, 16 streets in the village have been asphalted, and street lighting has been installed on 36 streets. As a result of the work carried out to improve the irrigation water system, 21 streets and 421 residential houses have been connected to the irrigation network. In addition, a special land plot has been prepared along Abai Street for landscaping purposes. Today, 271 business entities operate steadily in the village.Furthermore, with the support of the district akim, the construction of a football field and a children's playground on Konysov Sakypzhan Street, worth 51 million tenge, has been completed. Five bus stops were installed in the rural district at the expense of 8.4 million tenge allocated from the district budget and have already been put into service for local residents.During the meeting, the district head also spoke about the projects being implemented across the district and the tasks ahead, and answered residents' questions. Local residents voiced their suggestions and requests, and appropriate explanations were provided regarding the issues raised.At the end of the meeting, Zhandos Yerkinbek noted that efforts aimed at the development of the village will continue in the future.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1250130?lang=ru
District Head Meets with Residents of Toretam Settlement 12.07.2026
The Akim of Karmakshy District, Zhandos Yerkinbek, held another meeting with the residents of Toretam settlement, where he reported on the work carried out during the first six months of 2026 and outlined future plans.During the meeting, Toretam Settlement Akim Nurlybek Izbasaruly highlighted the socio-economic development indicators of the settlement and noted that systematic efforts to promote employment and develop entrepreneurship are continuing in the locality, which is home to more than 12,000 residents.To support entrepreneurship, several initiatives are being implemented under the national project "Auyl Amanaty." In addition, two projects with a total value of 20.6 million tenge received support through the Kyzylorda Regional Investment Center.A piece of good news for young people was the completion and commissioning of a modern football field on D. Baitoreyev Street, built at a cost of 37 million tenge with the support of the district akim and financed from the district budget. In addition, the "Graduates' Alley" and "Central Square" projects were developed at the initiative of local residents.Several works have also been carried out in the field of engineering infrastructure. Special funds were allocated for the maintenance of street lighting systems, resulting in the replacement and restoration of 70 lighting units and the necessary spare parts. Furthermore, uninterrupted drinking water supply is being provided to 1,946 subscribers connected to the centralized water supply system.Highlighting the efforts undertaken for the development of the district, Zhandos Yerkinbek listened to residents' proposals and opinions and answered their questions regarding current issues.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1250131?lang=ru
Systematic Development Work Continues in Karmakshy Rural District 12.07.2026
The meeting of the Akim of Karmakshy District, Zhandos Yerkinbek, with local residents continued in the Karmakshy rural district. During the meeting, the work carried out in the rural district was reviewed, and pressing issues concerning local residents were discussed.To ensure the safety of residents, four surveillance cameras were installed in the center of Karmakshy village at a cost of 2.5 million tenge financed from the district budget.In addition, the necessary equipment and tools were purchased to maintain sanitary cleanliness, improve the appearance of the village, and carry out landscaping activities on a regular basis. Relevant works are being implemented systematically.To improve the environmental situation and ensure the cleanliness of the surrounding area, work has begun to rehabilitate the solid household waste landfill located one kilometer from the village.Several measures have also been implemented to improve engineering infrastructure. Repair works were carried out on the street lighting system, and 275 lighting poles were restored.During the meeting, residents raised questions regarding the supply of drinking water, access to natural gas, the stable operation of electricity networks, and other issues. The district akim provided explanations on the matters raised and instructed the heads of responsible institutions to take the necessary measures.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1250133?lang=ru
In Almaty, Great Patriotic War veteran Yekaterina Baranova celebrated her 101st birthday 12.07.2026
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The rule of law is the main priority of state policy 12.07.2026
A meeting of the interdepartmental commission on crime prevention and anti-corruption was held under the chairmanship of the regional akim, Murat Ergeshbayev.The agenda included issues related to the prevention of domestic violence and offenses committed while intoxicated, ongoing efforts to protect victims, the state of corruption in the region and the measures taken to prevent it, and corruption risks in the social sphere.The head of state noted that "an uncompromising fight against corruption is one of the main priorities of our policy." "To establish the rule of law and build a state based on the rule of law, it is necessary, first and foremost, to suppress all manifestations of corruption."The regional head noted that these requirements must be strictly implemented in the activities of all government agencies in the region."It is necessary to clarify the new laws on civil service and strictly adhere to their requirements. I instruct you to review corruption risks in medical organizations and make specific proposals for the gradual automation of procedures.Public trust in healthcare is paramount." "Therefore, it is necessary to radically strengthen corruption prevention measures in all medical organizations under the department's jurisdiction and increase the personal responsibility of each chief physician. Not a single violation of the law or justified complaint should go unchecked",- said Murat Nalkhozhaevich.Interagency efforts to prevent offenses committed while intoxicated and to strengthen controls over the illegal sale of alcohol products are also instructed.To expand the "Village Without Alcohol" project in communities with high crime rates, local elders, community councils, district police officers, and community activists must conduct effective preventative work.It is important to strictly monitor the effective use of funds allocated to family support centers, mobile groups, and social services. These resources should be directed toward the early identification of dysfunctional families and the prevention of domestic violence. In this regard, an interagency review of the activities of family support centers has been instructed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1250136?lang=ru
Seminar on Changes to Tax Legislation Effective from 2026 12.07.2026
On June 25, 2026, Gulmira Sabralimova, Head of the Public Awareness and Contact Center Division of the State Revenue Department for the East Kazakhstan Region, participated in a seminar organized by the East Kazakhstan Regional Branch of the Academy of Public Administration under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan for accountants of public institutions.During the seminar, Gulmira Sabralimova delivered a lecture entitled "Taxation: New Provisions Effective from 2026," providing a detailed explanation of the key amendments to the tax legislation that will come into force in 2026.She focused on practical issues and frequently asked questions related to individual income tax and social tax, including tax rates and benefits, deductions, universal declaration, mobile transfers, and special tax regimes. The participants received practical recommendations on applying the new provisions and had the opportunity to receive answers to their questions.Such seminars contribute to enhancing the professional competence of specialists in public institutions and promoting a unified understanding of the amendments to tax legislation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1250124?lang=ru