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МНЭ планирует обновить списки импортируемых товаров для отечественного производства 04.07.2026
Министерство национальной экономики РК разработало поправки, которые расширят перечень импортируемого сырья для нужд отечественных предприятий, по которой предоставляется отсрочка при уплате НДС на импорт. Изменения призваны поддержать перерабатывающую и химическую промышленность страны.Проект приказа предусматривает включение в списке дополнительных позиций сырья и компонентов, необходимых для выпуска казахстанской продукции, в том числе пестицидов. Параллельно МНЭ актуализирует список налогоплательщиков, имеющих право на данную меру.При этом из действующих перечней планируется исключить товары, производство которых уже полностью налажено внутри страны. Поправки вносятся в приказ заместителя Премьер-Министра - министра национальной экономики РК от 28 ноября 2025 года №126 «Об утверждении Перечней товаров, импортируемых на территорию Республики Казахстан для целей производства продукции, за исключением товаров, импортируемых с территории государств – членов Евразийского экономического союза, предназначенных для переработки, а также налогоплательщиков Республики Казахстан, импортирующих такие товары».Принятие проекта позволит усовершенствовать механизмы государственной поддержки предприятий перерабатывающей и химической промышленности, а также обеспечить актуальность действующих перечней товаров и налогоплательщиков.Проект документа размещён для публичного обсуждения на портале «Открытые НПА» по следующей ссылке: https://legalacts.egov.kz/npa/view?id=15851138Обсуждение продлится до 2 июля 2026 года.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1242468?lang=ru
Kazakhstan’s Digital Transformation Experience Draws Kuwait’s Interest 04.07.2026
Al-Kuwait, 17 June 2026 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the State of Kuwait Yerzhan Yelekeyev held a meeting with Acting Director General of the Central Agency for Information Technology (CAIT) of the State of Kuwait, Najat Hussein Ibrahim.The Ambassador briefed the Kuwaiti side on the digital transformation reforms being implemented in Kazakhstan, highlighting the establishment of the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development, as well as the country's achievements in building a modern digital ecosystem for public services.It was noted that Kazakhstan ranks 24th among 193 countries in the UN E-Government Development Index and is among the global leaders in the development of online public services.The Ambassador also noted that, at the initiative of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, 2026 has been declared the Year of Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence in Kazakhstan. Within this framework, the country is implementing comprehensive measures aimed at developing artificial intelligence, strengthening digital infrastructure, training IT specialists, and introducing advanced technologies into public administration and the economy.The Kazakh side also presented the capabilities of the national e-government system, through which citizens and businesses have access to more than one thousand public services in digital format, enabling most services to be obtained remotely and significantly improving the efficiency of interaction with government agencies.For its part, the Kuwaiti side expressed interest in studying Kazakhstan's experience in digital governance and the implementation of electronic public services, noting the country's significant achievements in this field.Following the meeting, the parties agreed to organize an online meeting between the relevant authorities of the two countries in the near future to discuss practical areas of cooperation, as well as to explore the possibility of mutual visits aimed at exchanging experience and strengthening practical collaboration.The Central Agency for Information Technology (CAIT) is the authorized government body of the State of Kuwait responsible for the digital transformation of the public sector, the development of e-government and information technologies, and the implementation of the country's national digital strategy.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-kuveyt/press/news/details/1242380?lang=ru
ONLINE BROADCAST: EXPLANATION OF LABOR LEGISLATION PROVISIONS REGARDING EMPLOYMENT GUARANTEES FOR PREGNANT WOMEN 04.07.2026
On June 17, 2026, in accordance with the approved schedule of live online broadcasts on social media platforms, State Labor Inspector of the Karaganda Region, Zh. K. Zhanbekova, conducted an informational and awareness-raising online session on the topic: “Employment Guarantees for Pregnant Women under the Labor Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan.”During the broadcast, the key provisions of the labor legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan governing guarantees and the protection of labor rights of pregnant women were discussed. Participants were provided with explanations of the provisions of the Labor Code concerning the regulation of the employment of pregnant employees, the procedure for granting maternity leave, transfer to lighter duties based on medical recommendations, as well as other social and labor guarantees.Particular attention was paid to the prohibition of discrimination in hiring on the grounds of pregnancy, restrictions on engaging pregnant women in work involving harmful or hazardous working conditions, overtime work, night work, and work on weekends and public holidays in cases stipulated by law.During the online session, participants received clarifications regarding job retention during maternity leave, guarantees related to the termination of employment contracts, and employers’ liability for violations of the labor rights of pregnant women. Information was also provided on state protection measures and mechanisms for seeking protection of labor rights.The organization of such online events contributes to improving public legal awareness, informing citizens about the social and labor guarantees established by the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and strengthening a culture of compliance with labor rights and the legitimate interests of employees.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda-enbek/press/news/details/1242376?lang=ru
National Fund for Children: Kazakhstanis used approximately $58 million for housing and education 04.07.2026
As of June 1, 2026, since the program's inception (February 1, 2024), 316,223 applications for targeted savings (TS) totaling approximately $57.88 million have been processed. These funds were transferred to authorized operators for subsequent deposit into applicants' bank accounts. Most applications were for housing improvements: 201,245 applications totaling $36.94 million were processed. Funds were used for education in accordance with 114,978 applications totaling $20.94 million.TS recipients can use the funds in full or in part. If a portion of the funds remains unclaimed, it can be held in a targeted savings account (TSC) for 10 years. After this period, the unused balance is transferred to the recipient's individual pension savings account to account for voluntary pension contributions.The most popular housing improvement program was replenishing housing construction savings for further accumulation (196,893 applications completed, totaling $36.23 million). Funds were also used as down payments for mortgage loans to purchase housing (1,498 applications, totaling $248,940), and for the purpose of acquiring housing through civil law transactions (final settlements), 1,028 applications, totaling $165,660.Within the TS program for education, the largest amount of funds was allocated to pay for educational services at educational institutions located in the Republic of Kazakhstan, either in installments (for each academic period or academic year) or in full (for the entire term of study) (106,315 applications, totaling approximately $19.68 million, were completed). The following areas were also in demand: replenishment of an educational savings deposit under an agreement on an educational savings deposit (5,947 applications were completed for a total of over 842.16 thousand US dollars), payment for educational services of foreign educational organizations in installments (for each academic period or academic year) or in full at one time (for the entire period of study) (2,114 applications were completed for a total of 319.33 thousand US dollars). Detailed information on TS payments for improving housing conditions and/or paying for education, broken down by authorized operators and regions, can be found on the enpf.kz website. As a reminder, Kazakhstani children received the next payment of $130.71 per child in 2025, $129.38 per child in 2024, and $100.52 per child in 2023.Children under 18 receive annual accruals from the National Fund as targeted benefits. According to law, the accruals accrued to young Kazakhstanis remain part of the National Fund's assets and continue to be invested. Through continued investment, each child's targeted benefit amount increases annually through the investment income received.As a result, the total amount of all accumulated targeted benefits (including the additional annual accrual of investment income) for a child participating in the program:- Three years, $370.56;- Two years, $263.93;- One year, $130.71. Parents and other legal representatives can check the child's participation in the program for children under 18 using their individual identification number (IIN) on the kids.enpf.kz website, in their personal account on the eGov.kz e-government portal, and in the eGov Mobile and some second-tier bank mobile apps. If information about target requirements accrued to children for the 2025 reporting year is not displayed, you must update the documents in the mobile apps by following this path:in the eGov Mobile app: "Digital Documents" - "Family" - "Update Document List" - "National Fund Payments";in the mobile apps of second-tier banks, such as Kaspi.kz: "Gosuslugi" - "All Documents" - "Update Document List" - "National Fund Payments."The absence of information on the accrual of target requirements for children who have reached or will reach 18 years of age this year in the legal representative's personal account is due to the fact that target requirements have acquired the status of TS, and therefore access to information about them is provided directly to the TS recipient (a citizen who has reached or will reach 18 years of age in 2026). These individuals must independently obtain information about their TS through their personal account on the UAPF or e-government websites. Upon reaching 18 years of age, they can contact an authorized operator to open a US dollar bank account and submit an online application for TS payment to improve their housing conditions and/or pay for education. Currently, the authorized operators are:Otbasy Bank JSC (for housing and education),Halyk Bank JSC (for education),Bank CenterCredit JSC (for education). Statistics on minor children eligible for targeted loans and adult recipients of the TS, as well as on the use of the TS for housing and/or education, can be found on the enpf.kz website. You can learn more about the program, get instructions, and get answers to your questions on the website kids.enpf.kz. You can also watch video comments and instructions on the БЖЗҚЕНПФ YouTube channel:video commentary by the Chairman of the Executive Board of UAPF JSC Zh.B. Kurmanov:https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=30CdPWl6dv0 video commentary by Managing Director of UAPF JSC M.T. Sharipov:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APg2vATmMk0Video commentary "Question and Answer" on the National Fund for Children program:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4cKr1VCAvUkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrV0y37Gjnk Instructions for the National Fund for Children website:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgP3dmMwAHchttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyC2c-HgqpQInstructions for the implementation of the National Fund for Children program:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqeT41rWecAhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNBSS1VHdWU 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/abay-zhanasemey/press/news/details/1251437?lang=ru
The 1st Kazakhstan-Spain Forum: Prospects for Developing Bilateral Cooperation 04.07.2026
The 1st Kazakhstan-Spain Forum was held today in Astana. The event was attended by Arman Issetov, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Diego Martínez, State Secretary for Foreign and Global Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation of the Kingdom of Spain.In his speech, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan noted the active economic cooperation between the two countries. Many leading Spanish companies have successfully established themselves in the country's market, including Airbus, Maxam, Talgo, Técnicas Reunidas, Glovo, Roca, and Inditex.Arman Issetov highlighted promising areas of cooperation – from transport and logistics to renewable energy, digital technologies, water resource management, advanced manufacturing, and agribusiness. "Kazakhstan acts as a strategic bridge between Europe and Asia, and Spain brings internationally recognized experience in infrastructure, innovation, sustainable development, tourism, and industrial modernization," the Deputy Minister added.Welcoming addresses were delivered by Asel Suankulova, Managing Director of KAZAKH INVEST NC JSC, and José Pintor Aguilar, General Director of Casa Asia.It is worth noting that last year, trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Spain amounted to $1.93 billion. From 2005 to 2025, Kazakhstan attracted approximately $345 million in direct investment from Spain. In addition, 35 joint ventures operate in Kazakhstan.The event included three panel sessions on the topics "The European Union's Strategy for Central Asia: The Role of Kazakhstan and Spain," "Sustainable Urban Infrastructure, Logistics, and Business Cooperation between Kazakhstan and Spain," and "Tourism and Sports: Best Practices and Current Challenges in Kazakhstan and Spain." The Kazakh side was represented by Dauren Aben, Deputy Director of the Kazakhstan Institute for Strategic Studies under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan; Miras Zhiyenbayev, Advisor to the Chairman of the Board for International Relations and Initiatives at Maqsut Narikbayev University; Makka Shyngazyeva, Deputy Chairman of the Kazakhstan Center for Modernization and Development of Housing and Public Utilities; Ayan Alzhanov, Director of the Strategy and International Cooperation Department of the Kazakhstan Football Federation; Ainur Zhumatayeva, Director of the Marketing and International Markets Department of Kazakh Tourism; and Anel Turasheva, Country Manager of KAZAKH INVEST.The speakers from the Spanish side included Ana Ballesteros Peiró, Senior Research Fellow at the Elcano Royal Institute and Professor at Complutense University of Madrid; Jesús Gil Fuensanta, Deputy Director/Head of International Relations at LASEI-UAM; Pau Abello, Senior Managing Director of Institutional Relations at Roca Group; Jaume Mas, Director of Logistics and Operations at IDOM; Javier González Bomón, Project Manager of the Atlético Madrid Academy in Kazakhstan; and Ignacio de las Cuevas, General Director and Partner at Mas Boronat Wine Resort, Director of the Eurecat Center of Excellence for Tourism Innovation – Technological Center of Catalonia, and Lecturer in UN and Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts.The forum focused on prospects for cooperation in tourism, sports, and education. Following the event, agreements were reached to continue active dialogue to develop the bilateral partnership.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-madrid/press/news/details/1242334?lang=ru
Decision of the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission of May 19, 2026 No. 55 "On Amendments to the Decision of the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission of December 10, 2013 No. 289 04.07.2026
The Department of State Revenue for the Kostanay region of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan informs that the Decision of the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission dated May 19, 2026 No. 55 amended the Decision of the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission dated December 10, 2013 No. 289 (hereinafter referred to as the Decision). The above Decision comes into force on January 1, 2027 (published on the official website of the Eurasian Economic Commission on May 22, 2026).Decision of the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission of May 19, 2026 No. 55 "On Amendments to the Decision of the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission of December 10, 2013 No. 289 Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kostanay/press/news/details/1242339?lang=ru
Announcement of the public discussion 04.07.2026
On June 17, 2026, the Akimat of Katon-Karagai District launched a public discussion on the results of the internal analysis of corruption risks in the activities of the Akimat, rural district akims, and independent departments.The public discussion of the results of the internal analysis of corruption risks in the activities of the Akimat, rural district akims, and independent departments of the Katon-Karagai District Akimat will be held on June 24, 2026, at the following address: East Kazakhstan Region, Katon-Karagai District, Katon-Karagai, 19/1 Zhampeisov Street, in the building of the district Akimat.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-katon-karagay/press/news/details/1242343?lang=ru
New rules for maintaining a taxpayer's (tax agent's) personal account 04.07.2026
The Department of State Revenue for the Mangystau region informs that since January 1, 2026, new Rules for maintaining a taxpayer's personal account (tax agent) have been put into effect in the Republic of Kazakhstan, approved by Order No. 637 of the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated October 28, 2025. The document defines the accounting procedure for taxes, payments to the budget, social payments, penalties and fines, as well as the procedures for offsets, refunds and other operations. It replaces the previous rules and is aimed at digitalization and increasing the transparency of tax administration. Main objectives and scope of application A personal account is a document for accounting for calculated, accrued (reduced), paid (credited, refunded) amounts of taxes, payments to the budget, social payments, penalties and fines. Accounting is conducted in tenge (and tiyns), and in the stipulated cases — in kind. Key innovations:- Accounting is being transferred to the Integrated Tax Administration System (ISNA) instead of the former Centralized Unified Personal Accounts Information System (IS TSULS).- Automatic posting of data from tax reports to a personal account.- Detailed procedures for opening, maintaining, transferring and closing accounts.- The processes of offsets and refunds of overpaid amounts have been simplified and accelerated. Procedure for opening and maintaining a personal account- Personal accounts are opened by the State revenue authority (OGD) for each taxpayer (tax agent) according to the appropriate budget classification codes.- The basis is the identification number (IIN/BIN) and registration data.- Records are made in chronological order, indicating the date, the contents of the operation and supporting documents. What is accounted for in the personal account:- Calculated, accrued and paid amounts.- Offsets and refunds.- Balance of payments (arrears with a "–" sign, overpayment with a "+" sign).- Penalties and fines.- Special operations (for example, on imports, minimum prices, etc.). Offsets and refundsThe new rules provide for a public service for conducting offsets and refunds. The refund period for erroneously or overpaid amounts has been reduced from 10 to 5 business days. Overpaid amounts are not deductible/refundable after the expiration of the limitation period and are written off. Accrual of penalties and fines- Penalties are charged for late fulfillment of obligations (taking into account formulas for participants in horizontal monitoring and other payers).- There are cases of suspension of the accrual of penalties (for example, when appealing the results of tax audits).- Fines are reflected on the basis of resolutions and registers. Transfer and closing of accounts The transfer of a personal account between the state revenue authorities takes place during a change of location/ residence, reorganization, and in other cases — within 10 working days. Closure is carried out in situations prescribed by law (liquidation, bankruptcy, etc.). What does this mean for taxpayers? The new rules increase transparency and efficiency of interaction with tax authorities. Taxpayers can receive statements, information about arrears or overpayments, and perform reconciliation through available services. It is recommended to check the status of the personal account in the taxpayer's personal account on egov in a timely manner.kz or in the OGD appendices in order to avoid penalties and resolve issues related to offsets/refunds in a timely manner. Rustem Bisenbaevich Shomakov, Head of the State Revenue Department for the Tupkaragan district (Unofficial translation) Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-mangistau/press/news/details/1242307?lang=ru
Kostanay region strengthens its position as one of the leading industrial centers of Kazakhstan 04.07.2026
The Kostanay region is confidently solidifying its status as one of the key industrial regions of the country. Today, the foundation of the economy is the manufacturing industry, which accounts for over 70% of the region's total industrial production. Based on the results of 2025, the region ranked fourth in Kazakhstan in terms of output volume of the manufacturing sector.The main drivers of growth are mechanical engineering and metallurgy. The mechanical engineering sector alone forms almost half of the region's entire manufacturing industry. The Kostanay region is rightfully considered the automotive capital of the country: over half of all cars in Kazakhstan are produced here. Last year, enterprises in the region produced nearly 95 thousand vehicles, and this year it is planned to increase this figure to more than 116 thousand units.The development of the automotive industry is linked to the operations of the sector's largest enterprises — the "SaryarkaAvtoProm" and "KIA Qazaqstan" plants. Simultaneously, the region is strengthening its position in agricultural machinery manufacturing. Kostanay-based facilities produce equipment from global brands LOVOL, Deutz-Fahr, AMAZONE, as well as "Kirovets" and "Belarus" tractors. An important milestone was the signing of an agreement on the industrial assembly of John Deere equipment at the localization center in Kostanay.The metallurgical industry also makes a significant contribution to the region's economy. Last year, the production volume of metallurgical products exceeded 416 billion tenge. The steady growth of industry contributes to increasing export potential, creating new jobs, and strengthening the region's competitiveness.One of the most significant investment projects in recent years was the launch of the KIA Qazaqstan automobile plant in Kostanay. The project was implemented with the participation of the Head of State and became an important stage in the development of the domestic automotive industry. The total investment amounted to 131.5 billion tenge, of which 90% are direct foreign investments. The plant's production capacity reaches 70 thousand vehicles per year, and the number of jobs created will be 1,500.Today, a full-fledged automotive components cluster is forming around the plant. Within the framework of the TEHNOPARK KZ project worth 17.8 billion tenge, the creation of 800 jobs is planned. Components for KIA vehicles will be produced here, including bumpers, interior elements, seats, wiring, and other parts. Additionally, nearly 50 billion tenge in investments are expected to be directed towards the development of technological equipment.Projects by the company KamLit KZ make a notable contribution to the development of the region's industrial potential. Last year, two new enterprises with a total cost of 160.5 billion tenge were commissioned. The plants created 650 jobs. The enterprises specialize in the production of main rear axle drives and the localization of production of rear axle beams for commercial vehicles.Overall, in 2025, seven major industrial projects with a total value of 322 billion tenge were implemented in the Kostanay region, creating approximately 3.3 thousand new jobs. This year, the launch of another 13 projects with a total investment volume of about 100 billion tenge is planned.Parallel to the industrial sector, the agro-industrial complex is actively developing. Among the promising projects are the construction of a trout farm and a fish processing plant in the Kostanay district. The implementation of the project will meet up to 30% of the regional demand for fish products. The construction of a modern vegetable storage facility with a capacity of over 5 thousand tons is also planned.Special attention is paid to the development of the processing industry. Projects under consideration in the region include the construction of a sugar plant in Rudny, an oil extraction plant in Lisakovsk, and a complex for processing grains and oilseeds. The implementation of these projects will increase the added value of agricultural products and strengthen food security.Another strategic facility will be the "Tobyl" transport and logistics complex in Kostanay. Investments in the project will amount to 63.8 billion tenge. The complex will ensure the creation of 500 new jobs, and its capacity will reach 400 thousand containers per year. The new logistics center will significantly expand the region's transit and export potential.The consistent implementation of industrial, infrastructure, and agricultural projects allows the Kostanay region to strengthen its position as one of the locomotives of the country's economic growth, attract investments, create new jobs, and form a modern, competitive economy.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1242285?lang=ru
Kazakhstan and Türkiye Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthening Cooperation on International Legal Issues 04.07.2026
Consultations on international legal issues between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Republic of Türkiye were held in Ankara.The Kazakh side was represented by Dastan Suleimenov, Director of the International Law Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, while the Turkish side was represented by Firat Sunel, Director General of the Department of International Law and Treaties of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye.The current state and prospects for further improvement of the treaty and legal framework of bilateral relations were discussed.In addition, the sides discussed legal aspects of cooperation within the framework of international and regional organizations and exchanged views on current issues of international law.The consultations were held in a constructive atmosphere and confirmed the mutual interest in strengthening cooperation between the legal services of the foreign ministries of the two countries.By agreement of the sides, the next round of consultations will be held in the Republic of Kazakhstan. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1242264?lang=ru
The First Kazakhstan-Spain Forum Opened New Prospects for Partnership 04.07.2026
Arman Issetov, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Diego Martínez, State Secretary for Foreign and Global Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation of the Kingdom of Spain took part in the first Kazakhstan-Spain Forum was held today in Astana.Deputy Minister noted the active economic cooperation between the two countries. It was highlighted that many leading Spanish companies have successfully established themselves in the country's market, including Airbus, Maxam, Talgo, Técnicas Reunidas, Glovo, Roca, and Inditex.Arman Issetov stressed on promising areas of cooperation – from transport and logistics to renewable energy, digital technologies, water resource management, advanced manufacturing, and agribusiness. "Kazakhstan acts as a strategic bridge between Europe and Asia, and Spain brings internationally recognized experience in infrastructure, innovation, sustainable development, tourism, and industrial modernization," the Deputy Minister added.The event included three panel sessions on the topics "The European Union's Strategy for Central Asia: The Role of Kazakhstan and Spain," "Sustainable Urban Infrastructure, Logistics, and Business Cooperation between Kazakhstan and Spain," and "Tourism and Sports: Best Practices and Current Challenges in Kazakhstan and Spain." The Kazakh side was represented by representatives of Kazakhstan Institute for Strategic Studies under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Maqsut Narikbayev University, Kazakhstan Center for Modernization and Development of Housing and Public Utilities, Kazakhstan Football Federation, Kazakh Tourism.The forum focused on prospects for cooperation in tourism, sports, and education. Following the event, agreements were reached to continue active dialogue to develop the bilateral partnership.Last year, trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Spain amounted to $1.93 billion. From 2005 to 2025, Kazakhstan attracted approximately $345 million in direct investment from Spain. 35 joint ventures operate in Kazakhstan. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1242259?lang=ru
Convenient online services for citizens and businesses are available 04.07.2026
The Department of State Revenue for the Mangystau region informs that the development of digital services of state revenue authorities continues, providing citizens and businesses with convenient access to government services and necessary information in online format. So, on the portal http://portal.kgd.gov.kz Users can use a wide range of electronic services without visiting the state revenue authorities.: Verification services- search for a taxpayer;- information on counterparties;- search for unreliable taxpayers;- search for data about the VAT payer;- search for inventory items, transactions (operations) with which were made without the actual performance of work, provision of services, shipment of goods;- search for returned notifications;- the list of applicants admitted to the qualification exam;- search for ads;- search for a document confirming the residence of the Republic of Kazakhstan;- search for taxpayers who are in liquidation;- the list of persons authorized to carry out the activities of the Administrator;- a list of legal entities and sole proprietors in respect of which the court ruling on termination of the rehabilitation procedure has entered into force;- verification of the authenticity of the accounting and control mark for alcoholic beverages;- search for a taxpayer who has been de-registered by the Department of Internal Affairs;- a list of debtors in respect of whom a court decision declaring them bankrupt and applying a rehabilitation procedure has entered into legal force;- verification of KKM registration;- verification of tax regimes;- information about the suspension (extension, resumption) of tax reporting. Tax and debt services:- information about the absence (presence) of tax arrears;- online payment of taxes and other payments to the budget;- upcoming payments and debts owed by individuals. Auxiliary services:- online queue booking;- calculators for calculating penalties, transport taxes, personal income tax, approximate calculation of customs duties;- Frequently asked questions about the Tax Code. For the convenience of taxpayers, the Portal also contains up-to-date forms of tax reporting and tax statements necessary for obtaining government services and fulfilling tax obligations.In addition, in order to improve the quality of the services provided and provide prompt feedback, QR codes are posted on the Portal pages to evaluate the quality of the services and send suggestions for their improvement. Users can leave feedback, report difficulties, make suggestions for improving the activities of state revenue authorities, and other issues.The Department of State Revenue of the Mangystau region recommends that citizens and business representatives actively use the digital capabilities of the Portal of state Revenue authorities, providing fast, convenient and transparent access to government services and services. (Unofficial translation)Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-mangistau/press/news/details/1242194?lang=ru
message maslikhat of Ust-Kamenogorsk, East Kazakhstan region on the formation of two additional precinct election commissions and the formation of new members of precinct election commissions No. 1194, 1195 04.07.2026
messagemaslikhat of Ust-Kamenogorsk, East Kazakhstan regionon the formation of two additional precinct election commissions and the formation of new members of precinct election commissions No. 1194, 1195 In accordance with Article 10 of the Constitutional Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan"On Elections in the Republic of Kazakhstan" (hereinafter referred to as the Constitutional Law on Elections), the Maslikhat of Ust – Kamenogorsk, East Kazakhstan region, announces the formation of 2 new precinct election commissions.The number of precinct election commissions is determined by the territorial election commission of the city, depending on the number of voters in the precincts.The term of office of election commissions is five years.Each political party has the right to submit one candidate to the relevant election commission.A political party has the right to submit candidates to the election commission who are not members of this political party.In the absence of proposals from political parties, maslikhats elect an election commission on the proposal of other public associations and higher-level election commissions.By July 03, 2026, political parties, other public associations, their structural subdivisions and higher-level election commissions in relation to the formed до 03 июля 2026 годаones will submit the following documents to the Maslikhat:1) information on candidates to election commissions in accordance with the established form in electronic and paper format;2) an extract from the decision of a political party, a public association or their branches (representative offices), a higher election commission on the submission of candidates to the relevant election commissions;3) a copy of the document on registration of a political party, public association or their branches (representative offices);4) applications of candidates for consent to participate in the work of the election commission in accordance with the established form.Forms of information on candidates for election commissions, applications of candidates for consent to participate in the work of election commissions are posted on the maslikhat website. (https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ukmaslihat/documents/details/549409?lang=ru https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ukmaslihat/documents/details/549404?lang=ru)A person proposed to be a member of an election commission must comply with the requirements of the Constitutional Law on Elections.A person proposed to be a member of a territorial election commission must meet the approved qualification requirements for members of territorial election commissions, the level of education, work experience and (or) work experience, professional competencies required to perform the duties of a member of a territorial election commission, and also have a certificate of passing a test for knowledge of election legislation through the subsystem "Distance learning and testing of election commission members" on the Internet resource of the Central Election Commission of the Republic of Kazakhstan.A member of an election commission must reside on the territory of the administrative-territorial unit in which the maslikhat that formed the composition of this commission is located.More than half of the members of an election commission may not be employees of the same organization, except in cases where electoral precincts are established in accordance with paragraph 3 of article 23 of the Constitutional Law on Elections.Close relatives (parents, children, adoptive parents, adopted children, full-and half-siblings, grandparents, grandchildren) or a spouse may not be part of one election commission.All documents submitted to the maslikhat in paper format must be signed, sealed, and contain the date of execution, a note about the performer, indicating the last name, initials, and phone number of the performer.Proposals on the composition of election commissions are accepted until July 03, 2026, from Monday to Friday from 09: 00 to 18:00, with a break from 13:00 to 14: 00. Ust-Kamenogorsk city Maslikhat Alexander A. Svetash-Chairman of the Ust-Kamenogorsk City Maslikhat.Location of the maslikhat: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Permitina str., 17.Responsible persons-Tatyana A.Bzhitskikh, officeNo. 204, long-distance telephone code (87232), tel. 26-29-00. Email address: t.bzhitskikh@akimvko.gov.kz The city Maslikhat elects members of 2 precinct election commissions: Precinct election commissions – 2. No . Number of the polling stationName of the object of the polling station (voting premises)Address of the polling station locationnumber of commission membersLocalityUl.Building1234568 No. 1194municipal state institution "General Education School No. 40" of the Department of Education for the city of Ust-Kamenogorsk of the Department of Education of the East Kazakhstan region Ust-Kamenogorsk Yu. Uvaliev str . 5/1 7 No. 1195municipal state institution "General Education School No. 41" of the Department of Education for the city of Ust-Kamenogorsk of the Department of Education East Kazakhstan region Ust-Kamenogorsk Ave. Iliyasa Esenberlina 29 7 Ust-Kamenogorsk city Maslikhat Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ukmaslihat/press/news/details/1242164?lang=ru
The First Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan arrived in the NKR on a working visit 04.07.2026
During his working visit, First Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Nurlybek Nalibayev reviewed the implementation of industrial, infrastructure, energy, and agricultural projects in the region.✔️Petropavl Electrotechnical Plant LLP, which specializes in the production of transformers and components. The project cost 10 billion tenge, created 200 jobs, and has an annual capacity of 13,000 units.✔️The First Deputy Prime Minister also reviewed the operations of ZIKSTO LLP, one of the region's largest machine-building enterprises producing railway rolling stock. Construction of a new 12,000-square-meter plant was completed in 2025, and a robotic production line was installed. The project cost 25 billion tenge and created 300 jobs. During his visit, Nurlybek Nalibayev also visited the CLAAS agricultural machinery assembly plant, the oil extraction plant of Maslo-Del LLC, the greenhouse complex of Zelenyi Sever LLC, and the Petropavl Heavy Machinery Plant JSC. These projects are aimed at developing the region's industrial and agro-industrial potential, processing raw materials, and producing high-added-value products.Particular attention was paid to energy security issues. At the Petropavl Thermal Power Plant-2, preparations for the 2026-2027 heating season and the implementation of repair and investment programs were presented. The investment program for 2025 amounted to 15 billion tenge, with 16.2 billion tenge earmarked for this year.Also in Petropavl, Nurlybek Nalibayev inspected the overpass project on Universalnaya Street. Its implementation will improve transport and pedestrian connections between city districts, relieve traffic congestion, and enhance safety for residents. The project is currently 90% complete, with completion scheduled for August of this year.✔️Furthermore, the First Deputy Prime Minister visited the Qyzyljar Eco-Park on Lake Pestroye, which aims to develop recreational infrastructure, domestic tourism, and improve the quality of the urban environment.✔️The working visit concluded with a visit to the village of Novonikolskoye. There, Nurlybek Nalibayev inspected the progress of the construction project for a modern dairy farm operated by Zenchenko i K. The farm, with a capacity of 8,000 head and a Karusel system, will be the largest in Central Asia.The First Deputy Prime Minister also toured the village's social infrastructure. Zenchenko i K. has demonstrated an example of corporate social responsibility: housing for villagers and social facilities have been built in Novonikolskoye at the company's expense. Over the past five years, socially responsible businesses have invested over 3.2 billion tenge in the well-being of rural residents.✔️The implementation of these projects will strengthen the industrial and agricultural potential of the North Kazakhstan region, create new jobs, modernize infrastructure, and improve the quality of life.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sko/press/news/details/1242167?lang=ru
A Legacy Across Four Generations: Successor to a Military Dynasty Studies at the National Guard Academy 04.07.2026
First-year cadet Yeraly Zhazit of the Academy of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan is a representative of a military dynasty for whom service to the Motherland has become a family tradition. He is currently studying Command and Tactical Communications at the country’s leading military educational institution in Petropavlovsk.The history of the military dynasty began with his great-grandfather, Zhumabek Mynalimov, a veteran of the Great Patriotic War. For his courage and heroism on the battlefield, he was awarded the Order of Glory, 2nd and 3rd Class. During combat operations in Belarus, he distinguished himself in the destruction of enemy forces and the capture of strategically important military positions.The military profession was continued by subsequent generations of the family. The cadet’s grandfather, Zhazit Mynalimov, completed his compulsory military service in the Soviet Army. His father, Askar Mynalimov, served for many years in the internal affairs bodies and the National Guard. He worked in criminal investigation and organized crime units before continuing his career within the law enforcement troops. For his exemplary service, he received a number of departmental awards.Today, Yeraly Zhazit proudly carries on the family’s traditions. During his studies, he has established himself as a disciplined, motivated, and active cadet. The future officer aims to graduate from the Academy with honors and receive his first officer rank of Senior Lieutenant from the Head of State. He is already making every effort to achieve this goal.Thus, the Mynalimov family’s tradition of serving the Motherland continues into its fourth generation. A military legacy that began with a Great Patriotic War veteran is now being carried forward by a future officer of the National Guard.It is worth noting that 142 cadets are graduating from the Academy of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan this year. Sixteen graduates who complete their studies with distinction will receive honors diplomas and, for the first time in the Academy’s history, will be awarded the military rank of Senior Lieutenant immediately upon graduation. Press Service of the National GuardMinistry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/1242064?lang=ru
U UAPF on the use of pension savings 04.07.2026
Over the past five and a half years, more than 5.8 trillion tenge of pension savings have been used to improve housing conditions and pay for medical treatment. The most significant withdrawals occurred in 2021 – approximately 2.6 trillion tenge. While there was a decrease in 2022-2023, the volume of withdrawals has increased in recent years, exceeding 1 trillion tenge in 2025. As a reminder, the Head of State emphasized that the main goal of the pension system is pension provision, and "our goal is not to give away all savings now, leaving people without a decent pension in old age." YearTransferred by the UAPF to authorized operators for crediting to special accounts of applicants for the purposes of:Improve housing conditions(amount, million tenge)Pay for medical treatment(amount, million tenge)20212,468,085126,5422022703,232192,3912023170,905100,3862024396,683173,8752025824,360391,733From 01.01.2026 to 31.05.26 (as of 01.06.2026)318,206333 Throughout these years, the amounts withdrawn significantly exceeded the amounts allocated to the immediate objective of providing pensions to citizens.Furthermore, in some years, withdrawals exceeded incoming contributions.The withdrawal of savings from investment also leads to an increase in lost investment income. In the long term, this will lead to a significant reduction in savings at retirement age.It should be noted that in Kazakhstan, the share of accumulated investment income in contributors' pension savings is growing and currently stands at approximately 40%, while in international practice, it typically exceeds 80%.In developed countries, pension assets are a source of investment and sustainable economic growth. In advanced countries, accumulated pension assets exceed 100% of GDP; in Kazakhstan, pension assets currently account for approximately 16% of GDP.Globally, the primary objective of the funded pension system is to ensure future pension benefits. Therefore, it is important to preserve pension savings for the benefit of citizens' future pensions and their further growth through long-term investments in Kazakhstan and international markets. 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/abay-urzhar/press/news/details/1245423?lang=ru
DO YOU WORK WITH OFFSHORE COUNTERPARTIES? IMPORTANT CHANGES EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2026 04.07.2026
Information message on the features of tax administration when interacting with counterparties from states with preferential taxationAttention taxpayers! In connection with the enactment of the 2026 Tax Code, special requirements and restrictions are established for operations with persons registered in states with preferential taxation (offshore zones). Criteria for classification as states with preferential taxation A foreign state or territory is recognized as a state with preferential taxation if one of the following conditions is met:the established income tax rate is less than 10 percent;there are laws on the confidentiality of financial information that allow maintaining secrecy about the actual owners of property or income;there is a lack of effective information exchange with the authorized body of the Republic of Kazakhstan (written refusal or failure to provide information for more than two years). The list of such states is approved by the authorized body. (Order of the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 492 dated September 12, 2025). Procedure for taxation at the source of payment When paying income to non-residents registered in preferential states, the following rules apply:Increased rate: Income is subject to income tax at the source of payment at a rate of 20 percent.Territorial principle: Payments for performance of work and provision of services are recognized as income from sources in the Republic of Kazakhstan for such persons, regardless of the place of their actual performance.Restriction of benefits: Provisions of international tax treaties on tax exemption do not apply if the recipient is not the ultimate (actual) beneficial owner of the income. Restrictions on the recognition of expenses as deductions For residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan, strict limits are set for deductions on transactions with interconnected parties from offshore zones:Expenses for management, consulting, auditing, legal, advertising, and a number of other services, as well as royalties, are deductible in an amount not exceeding 3 percent of taxable income.Taxes paid in states with preferential taxation are not deductible in the Republic of Kazakhstan. Special procedure for determining the value of property Upon the realization of assets (securities, participation shares, real estate), the rights to which or transactions with which are registered in a state with preferential taxation, or acquired in such a state, their initial cost is recognized as equal to zero. In this case, the entire amount of the realization is taxed without deducting acquisition costs. Controlled Foreign Companies (CFC) A non-resident legal entity or other form of organization is recognized as a CFC automatically if it is registered in a state with preferential taxation. Regarding such companies:Exemptions from taxation of financial profit provided for ordinary foreign companies do not apply.CFC profit is included in the resident's taxable income and taxed at a rate of 20 percent for legal entities or in accordance with a progressive scale for individuals.Losses of CFCs from preferential states are not taken into account and do not reduce the total profit.Recommendations: Business entities are recommended to exercise due diligence when structuring transactions with foreign counterparties and timely check the status of the partner's country of registration in the approved list of states with preferential taxation to minimize tax risks and exclude cases of additional tax assessment based on the results of desk audits and tax inspections. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1242061?lang=ru
Residents raised social issues at a personal meeting 04.07.2026
Regional Akim Murat Ergeshbayev held an in-person citizen reception on a first-come, first-served basis. Twelve people registered for the reception today, two of whom joined online.Most attendees raised issues of social support, housing, street paving, and employment.A resident of the village of Sekseul in the Aral District spoke about the paving of Aktan Batyr and Tazhibaev Streets. Design documentation for these streets is scheduled for 2028. As part of the "Auyl – El Besigi" program, medium-term repairs were completed on the Akorda cul-de-sac in the village of Sekseul in 2023. Now, repairs to the section of the cul-de-sac leading to the kindergarten are scheduled for the near future.The completion of residential buildings built by the "Bazis-A" institution for railway workers was also discussed at the reception. Currently, 8 of the 38 two-family residential buildings are fully completed and commissioned in accordance with established procedures.A resident of the Al-Farabi microdistrict in Kyzylorda raised issues related to the construction of a children's playground, road repairs, and public transportation.In this regard, a vacant plot of land has been identified in the area for the construction of a children's playground, and the project is planned to be included in the implementation plan under the "Popular Participatory Budget" program.Furthermore, residents of the dead-end of Kyzylzharma-3 Street previously requested that public transportation line #27 be stopped at the turnoff, as it does not reach the village of Karaultobe from S. Bayseitova Street. The residents' request was reviewed, and a positive resolution was reached.Infrastructure improvements are also being implemented systematically. Road repairs on five of the seven streets in the area from the Al-Farabi microdistrict to the border of Karaultobe village were completed by Alem Trans Zhol LLC.Repairs on Aralbayev Street are currently in the final stages. Projects aimed at improving the quality of life of residents are continuing in stages.A resident of the village of Akzharma came to inquire about employment in his field. The regional governor noted that employment issues are not ignored and are addressed within the framework of the law.All issues raised during the meeting are being resolved in stages in accordance with current legislation. This time, specific instructions were given to the responsible industry managers for each resident's request.It is worth noting that to schedule an in-person meeting with the regional governor, residents can submit a request through the eGov portal, the e-Otinish unified platform, or by submitting a written application to the governor's office.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1242063?lang=ru
Казахстан и Иран договорились ускорить развитие транспортных коридоров, портовой инфраструктуры и инвестиционного сотрудничества 04.07.2026
Заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики РК Серик Жумангарин провел двустороннюю встречу с делегацией Исламской Республики Иран во главе с Министром дорог и городского развития Фарзане Садек.Стороны обсудили реализацию договоренностей, достигнутых главами государств в ходе официального визита Президента Ирана в Казахстан в декабре 2025 года, развитие международного транспортного коридора «Север - Юг», расширение портовой инфраструктуры, увеличение объемов взаимной торговли и совершенствование транспортно-логистических связей между двумя странами. Открывая встречу, вице-премьер Казахстана Серик Жумангарин подчеркнул, что Иран является одним из ключевых торгово-экономических партнеров Казахстана в регионе.«Укрепление сотрудничества – это стратегическая задача, поставленная главами наших государств. По итогам 2025 года товарооборот между Казахстаном и Ираном увеличился на 26,4%, составив $430,2 млн. Это подтверждает высокий потенциал для дальнейшего расширения, в том числе в рамках Дорожной карты по доведению взаимной торговли до 3 млрд долларов и благодаря подписанному Соглашению о свободной торговле между Ираном и ЕАЭС», — отметил Серик Жумангарин.В свою очередь Фарзане Садек подчеркнула, что ее визит направлен на практическую реализацию достигнутых ранее договоренностей и дальнейшее укрепление транспортно-логистического сотрудничества, которое в условиях современных геополитических процессов приобретает особое значение для обеих стран.Особое внимание стороны уделили развитию международного транспортного коридора «Север – Юг». Казахстан и Иран обладают уникальным географическим положением на пересечении маршрутов «Север – Юг» и «Восток – Запад», что создает значительный потенциал для роста транзитных перевозок.По итогам 2025 года объем перевозок по коридору «Север – Юг» увеличился на 12% и достиг 3,5 млн тонн. Железнодорожные перевозки между двумя странами выросли на 69%.Для дальнейшего раскрытия потенциала маршрута Серик Жумангарин предложил разработать совместную Дорожную карту по модернизации транспортной инфраструктуры. Реализация комплекса мер позволит увеличить пропускную способность коридора до 20 млн тонн в год.Стороны также отметили важность подписанного пятистороннего железнодорожного соглашения между Китаем, Казахстаном, Туркменистаном, Ираном и Турцией, а также предстоящее подписание четырехстороннего тарифного соглашения между Казахстаном, Россией, Туркменистаном и Ираном, которое создаст дополнительные условия для роста торговли и транзита.Одной из ключевых тем переговоров стало развитие портовой инфраструктуры. Иранская сторона сообщила о завершении согласования вопроса выделения Казахстану земельного участка в порту Шахид Раджаи (Бендер-Аббас). После завершения необходимых процедур участок будет передан казахстанской стороне.Кроме того, Иран подтвердил готовность предоставить Казахстану возможности для работы в порту Чабахар, который обеспечивает прямой выход к рынкам Южной и Юго-Восточной Азии. По информации Фарзане Садек, строительство железнодорожной линии Захедан – Чабахар завершено более чем на 90%, а запуск объекта запланирован в ближайшие месяцы. После ввода линии в эксплуатацию порт Чабахар будет интегрирован в международную железнодорожную сеть, связывающую Индийский океан, Центральную Азию и Европу.В ответ Казахстан подтвердил готовность рассмотреть возможность предоставления иранской стороне портовых площадей, причалов и терминалов в портах Актау и Курык для развития логистической деятельности иранских компаний на Каспии.По итогам встречи стороны подтвердили намерение ускорить реализацию договоренностей, достигнутых на высшем уровне, обеспечить оперативную координацию работы по привлечению инвесторов, активизировать развитие транспортно-логистической инфраструктуры.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1242038?lang=ru
89 participants of the Sarbaz+ project took the military oath in the Almaty region 04.07.2026
Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/1242040?lang=ru