On June 2, 2025, Olzhas Suleimenov, Chief Specialist of the Department of the Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Civil Service Affairs in Kostanay region, held an information and explanatory conversation among youth employees of the Department of Justice on admission to the Presidential Youth Personnel Reserve. The next selection for the Presidential Youth Personnel Reserve starts on June 1. The selection process will take into account the needs of the state apparatus for industry personnel and will cover the following six areas: social policy and civil society; infrastructure development; industry and trade policy; economic and financial policy; digitalization; agro-industrial complex and environmental protection, foreign policy and investments. The candidate must choose one of the specified industry areas during registration. Applicants for inclusion in the reserve must meet a number of requirements, including: - age not older than 35 years, - citizenship of the Republic of Kazakhstan, - higher education, - some work experience, - knowledge of the state language not lower than the B1 level. In order to become a member of the Presidential Youth Personnel Reserve, it is necessary to undergo a comprehensive selection consisting of six stages. Documents will be accepted online on a special website - pkrezerv.gov.kz from June 1 to June 30 of the current year. Press ServiceDepartment of JusticeKostanay regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet-kst/press/news/details/1010651?lang=kk

Under the chairmanship of Deputy akim of the district Dimash Baidushev, an expanded meeting was held within the framework of a special operational and preventive event "hemp - 2025". The meeting was attended by acting head of the District Police Department Maksat Berkimbayev, deputy prosecutor of Syrdarya district Galymzhan Dyusenbayev, representatives of the intelligentsia, Deputies of the district maslikhat, akims of settlements and rural districts, heads of institutions, representatives of law enforcement agencies, employees of Education, Culture and medicine and active youth. The deputy akim of the district made a welcoming speech at the Mazhilis, noting that the fight against drugs is a common task for all. – In his address to the people of Kazakhstan, the head of state said: "another important task is the fight against drug trafficking and drug addiction. The drug problem is getting worse. We must build a society in which law and order, knowledge and reason prevail. It is necessary to fight all social problems as a whole." All people start taking drugs at the beginning with interest. Then it becomes dependent on it. At the same time, a special operational and preventive event "hemp - 2025" has been launched in the Republic. The active involvement of all state bodies, non – governmental and public organizations in this case to prevent drug addiction is one of the prerequisites for the fight against it. Therefore, I urge all interested parties to work together, harmoniously! - said Dimash Serikbaevich. Two issues were raised on the agenda of the Mazhilis. The first issue was made by the first deputy head of the District Police Department Adilkhan Kanzadayev on the holding of a special operational and preventive event "hemp - 2025" in the territory of the district, the second issue was made by the head of the District Department of Agriculture and land relations Kanat Nurseit on the return of land plots with identified drug cultivation areas to state ownership and work on explaining the responsibilities established by law to land owners and land users. During the meeting, a report on the work carried out by the district police department was heard, and specific directions of further measures were discussed. Following the results of the meeting, the heads of the relevant industries were given specific instructions and instructed to systematically carry out preventive measures. At the end of the meeting, the head of the police at the Central Square and the personnel were instructed to carry out specific and comprehensive work in this direction. It should be noted that the special operational and preventive event "hemp - 2025" will be held from June 1 to October 31 this year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-syrdarya/press/news/details/1010416?lang=kk

On May 30, 2025, the Board of the Agency has adopted a resolution № 20 « On the issue of the Vyacheslav Kim to acquire the status of a major (indirect) participant of JSC « First Heartland Jusan Bank».Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ardfm/press/news/details/1010634?lang=kk

At the next meeting of the akimat chaired by the akim of the Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov, the issue of the region's readiness for the fire season and swimming season was considered. The focus is on protecting the lives and health of citizens, especially children, as well as preserving the region's natural resources.Fire season: alarming statistics and decisive measuresWith the onset of summer heat, the number of fires in the region has increased sharply. Since the beginning of the year, 222 cases have already been registered, including three forest fires in the Zhitikarinsky, Sarykolsky and Auliekolsky districts and one steppe fire in the B. Mailinsky district."Fires do not occur on their own - in 90% of cases they are the result of human carelessness. Everyone should understand the consequences of their actions. One discarded cigarette butt can lead to a catastrophe for nature and people," Kumar Aksakalov emphasized.Since the beginning of the year, 132 administrative protocols have been drawn up, including 16 for violating fire safety regulations. 95% of the imposed fines have been collected, 35% of the amounts of claims for damages have been paid. Work to bring the guilty parties to justice will continue.Strengthening the material and technical baseIn the last two years, the material and technical base of forestry institutions has been significantly strengthened. This year, 3.5 billion tenge have been allocated for the purchase of equipment. It is planned to purchase 26 fire engines, 28 tractors and 36 small forest fire complexes, which will increase the staffing from 76% to 90%.Particular attention is paid to protective forest belts along highways - their length in the region is more than 1000 km. Responsibility for maintenance and fire safety measures is assigned to road owners.The danger of burning stubbleThe regional akim expressed concern about the continuing practice of burning stubble and straw in the fields:"This is not only a fire hazard, but also a crime against the soil. Humus burns, the upper fertile layer dies. It is necessary to consider the issue of a legislative ban on such burning," he noted.Swimming season: safety on water bodiesThere are 26 officially designated swimming spots in the region (8 public and 18 private beaches). However, about 230 unauthorized spots are used, which significantly increases the risk of accidents on the water."95% of accidents occur on unequipped beaches. The first incidents of this summer have already been recorded. Parents are required to ensure supervision of their children near the water," the regional akim noted.Since the beginning of the swimming season, 13 people have been brought to justice for violating safety rules on water bodies, and last year, by the end of the season, 45 violators were fined a total of 646 thousand tenge.Support for rescue servicesLast year, about 1 billion tenge was allocated to improve the material and technical base of the Department of Emergency Situations for rapid response to emergencies. All-terrain vehicles, quad bikes, and rescue boats were purchased, and a major overhaul of the water rescue station on the Tobol embankment in Kostanay was carried out.In 2024, the Department of Emergency Situations units have already saved more than 1,500 people, which is 46% more than in the same period last year.Specific instructionsThe regional akim instructed:•Akimats of cities and districts - to strengthen control over fire-fighting measures;•Take personal control over the creation of protective firebreaks;•Provide additional safe swimming areas;•Increase the number of raids and patrols near water bodies;•Conduct training for rescuers and survey the bottom of beaches;•Strengthen preventive work among the population."A fire is not just a fire. It is damage to people, nature and the economy. We must minimize risks. The same applies to recreation by the water. A safe summer is our common goal," Kumar Aksakalov summed up.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1010636?lang=kk

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        On May 30, 2025, as part of the cooperation between the Training-Methodical Center of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan (TMC SRC MF RK) and the Customs Institute of the Customs Committee under the Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan (CI CC MEF RU), an online seminar was held on the timely topic: "Combating Smuggling and the Illicit Trafficking of Goods."       The seminar was attended by students of the Customs Institute of the Republic of Uzbekistan and employees of the territorial bodies of state revenue.      The purpose of this event was to raise awareness and improve the professional training of participants in the field of detecting, preventing, and suppressing smuggling and the illegal circulation of goods, as well as to exchange experiences and best practices for effective cooperation between customs authorities.       The seminar featured the following speakers:      – Lazzat Kassymkulova – Deputy Head of the Training-Methodical Center of the SRC MF RK;      – Anuar Kassymbekov – Chief Specialist of the TMC SRC MF RK;      – Vyacheslav Ilyin – Senior Lecturer in Special Legal Sciences at the Customs Institute of the CC MEF RU.       During the event, participants examined current issues related to the detection, prevention, and suppression of smuggling, including the illicit trafficking of narcotic drugs and their analogues, as well as equipment used in the production of synthetic and other types of drugs, and the illegal circulation of goods such as firearms and their components, explosives, ammunition, foreign currency, and more.     Participants discussed measures to counteract smuggling and the illegal transportation of goods across customs borders.      The seminar served as an effective platform for comprehensive exchange of experience, discussion of practical approaches to identifying and preventing smuggling, and strengthening professional ties between representatives of customs authorities.   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1010567?lang=kk

Today, another meeting of the Samara district akimat was held. A number of topical issues related to the socio-economic development of the district were discussed. Head of the Entrepreneurship and Agriculture Department Bauyrzhan Abylgazyuly ​​reported on the development of the district's tourism industry in 2024 and tasks for 2025. Head of the Education Department Ruslana Zakiryanova reported on the end of the school year and the preparation of students for final certification. Acting Head of the Department of Internal Policy, Culture, Language Development and Sports Marzhan Kelgerun shared information on the implementation of state policy in the direction of interethnic relations. Also, the head of the department of organizational work, information technology and monitoring of public services of the district akimat reported on the implementation of the protocol instructions of the head of the district at reporting meetings with the population. At the end of the meeting, the district akimat gave relevant instructions to representatives of the responsible department.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-samar/press/news/details/1010494?lang=kk

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Руководитель управления индустриально-инновационного развития Досжан Алибеков сообщил, что в регионе на сегодняшний день действует 145 предприятий с сертификатом СТ-КЗ и 52 предприятия с Индустриальным сертификатом. С конца прошлого года на региональном рынке появились новые производства, выпускающие товары, которые ранее не производились в области.Спикер акцентировал внимание на подписанный недавно Главой государства закон, направленный на развитие внутристрановой ценности и отечественного производства. Поправки закона предусматривают предоставление государственных мер поддержки производителям, включенным в соответствующий реестр, а также возможность участия в государственных и квазигосударственных закупках.В качестве дополнительной меры по поддержке предлагается ввести обязательства для подрядчиков использовать местные строительные материалы при возведении жилых объектов через портал «Е-Құрылыс», который курирует управление строительства.Также в этом году в Актобе для поддержки отечественных производителей планируется провести выставку «Лучший товар Казахстана», инвестиционный форум и международную выставку оборудования и технологий.Аким области подчеркнул важность дальнейшего развития местного производства и призвал все заинтересованные стороны активизировать совместную работу для реализации поставленных задач.«Поддержка отечественных производителей – ключ к экономической устойчивости. Нужно наладить выпуск товаров, которые мы сегодня импортируем, и повысить долю казахстанского содержания, особенно в бюджетных проектах. Мы должны стремиться к тому, чтобы как можно больше продукции производилось внутри страны», - подчеркнул аким.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe-karzhy/press/news/details/1010409?lang=kk

Are freelancers required to pay compulsory pension contributions and how is the amount of their contributions calculated? According to the norms of the Social Code, compulsory pension contributions (CPC) are paid by CPC payment agents. An agent is an individual or legal entity, including a foreign legal entity, operating in the Republic of Kazakhstan through a permanent establishment, branches, representative offices of foreign legal entities, calculating, withholding (accruing) and transferring CPC, ECPC, COPC, VPC to the UAPF in the manner determined by the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The following categories pay CPC independently:individual entrepreneurs, including heads of peasant or farm households, their members who have reached the age of 18, as well as persons engaged in private practice, for their own benefit;In this case, the income accepted for calculating the CPC is understood to be the income received by a person, determined by him independently for the payment of social contributions, with the exception of income from which CPC is not paid, but not more than the income determined for tax purposes in accordance with the Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Taxes and Other Mandatory Payments to the Budget" (Tax Code).At the same time, the income accepted for calculating the CPC per month should not exceed 50 times the minimum wage established for the relevant financial year by the law on the republican budget.If the income of these persons is less than 1 time the minimum wage established for the relevant financial year by the law on the republican budget, they have the right to pay CPC from 1 time the minimum wage established for the relevant financial year by the law on the republican budget;individuals permanently residing in the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan, receiving income under civil-law contracts, the subject of which is the performance of work (provision of services), concluded with individuals who are not tax agents.In this case, the income accepted for calculating the CPC is understood to be the income received by a person, determined by him independently for the payment of social contributions, with the exception of income from which CPC is not paid, but not more than the income determined for tax purposes in accordance with the Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Taxes and Other Mandatory Payments to the Budget" (Tax Code).At the same time, the income accepted for calculating the CPC per month should not exceed 50 times the minimum wage established for the relevant financial year by the law on the republican budget. In addition, on September 1, 2024, the Social Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan was supplemented with the article "Social security of persons engaged in activities to provide services or perform work using Internet platforms and (or) mobile applications of platform employment."The operator of Internet platforms and (or) mobile applications withholds compulsory pension contributions (CPC) from the income of performers who are individual entrepreneurs (IE) applying a special tax regime (STR), using a special mobile application, and transfers the withheld amounts to the UAPF. The CPC rate is determined at the choice of the performer in the amount of 1% of the income accepted for calculating the CPC, or in the amount of 10%of the income accepted for calculating the CPC. Income accepted for calculating the CPC is understood to be income received by performers for services rendered or work performed.The operator of the Internet platform is an individual entrepreneur or a legal entity providing technical, organizational, informational and other capabilities using information technologies and systems to establish contacts for the provision of services (including with the involvement of third parties) between performers and customers registered on the Internet platform.Performer is an individual, individual entrepreneur or legal entity registered on the Internet platform, providing services to customers or performing work using the Internet platform on the basis of a public contract.The income accepted for calculating the CPC is understood to be the income received by performers who are individual entrepreneurs applying the STR using a special mobile application for services rendered or work performed.At the same time, the income accepted for calculating the CPC per month should not exceed 50 times the minimum wage established for the relevant financial year by the law on the republican budget.           How can freelancers open an account in the UAPF to form pension savings? Opening of an individual pension savings account (IPSA) in UAPF for recording pension contributions - compulsory pension contributions (CPC), compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPC), voluntary pension contributions (VPC) occurs on the basis of the first contribution received. Identification of an individual in whose favor pension contributions are made occurs thanks to personal data (full name, IIN, date of birth) specified in the electronic format of the payment order when transferring contributions. All necessary information about the details of a valid identity document of an individual, place of permanent residence and other information UAPF receives from the relevant information systems of government agencies. Thus, to open an IPSA, you do not need to go to the UAPF office, since the account for all types of pension contributions is opened automatically.Information on opening an IPSA and transferring pension contributions is posted on the UAPF website.      3) What online tools or services does UAPF provide to monitor your account and manage your pension savings?More than 90% of UAPF services are provided automatically, electronically and remotely around the clock (24/7).For continuous monitoring of your pension account, the most efficient and convenient way is to receive a statement through your personal account on the Fund's website or in a mobile application. The statement provides all the information the contributor needs. In particular, the total amount of savings is separately indicated, including the amount of accumulated funds by type of contribution. From the statement, you can also find out which organization and at what time pension contributions were transferred. You can also see the amount of investment income for the requested period.In addition to information regarding the status of the pension account in your personal account, you can use such services as making changes and additions to your details, obtaining a certificate of account availability, and submitting an application for the appointment of pension payments.It is also possible to use the services of a pension calculator and a personal pension plan, which will help you calculate the expected amount of your future pension and draw up an individual pension plan, indicating the amount of pension you want to receive in the future. Information about pension accounts can be obtained not only through the UAPF website, but also through the e-government portal egov.kz or its mobile application eGov mobile. This is convenient for citizens accustomed to receiving government services through single platforms. Why should freelancers make voluntary pension contributions and what are the benefits of these contributions? If the contributor wishes to increase the size of the pension received in the future, it is necessary to transfer voluntary pension contributions (VPC) to the pension fund on an ongoing basis. VPC have many advantages. For example, the contributor himself determines the size, frequency of VPC and the procedure for receiving pension savings. VPC can be paid through second-tier banks, as well as by submitting an application to the employer.It is worth noting that not only the contributor, but also any third party - for example, a spouse, parents, relatives, even a minor child - can transfer contributions to a pension account at the expense of VPC.To open an individual pension savings account (IPSA) for voluntary pension contributions, you do not need to go to the UAPF office. IPSA is opened automatically when the first contribution is transferred.In Kazakhstan, VPC have tax advantages. For example, VPC that an employer transfers in favor of his employee are not considered as income of an individual. For the employer, such expenses are deductible when calculating corporate income tax. That is, in this case, the employer receives tax benefits.VPC, like all types of compulsory pension contributions, are invested and generate income for investors. Pension assets are managed by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In addition, pension savings through VPC can be transferred in full to investment portfolio managers (IPM), unlike savings through compulsory and compulsoryoccupational pension contributions, which are allowed to be transferred up to 50% of the amount.We note that pension benefits through VPC can be received from the age of 50. Are freelancers' pension savings invested? Like pension savings of other citizens of Kazakhstan, pension savings of freelancers are invested. The main goal of investing is to obtain real income in the long term. Therefore, for an objective assessment of the results of their management, it is necessary to analyze data for a period of at least 1 year. This period allows you to evaluate the effectiveness of investments in the long term.The National Bank of Kazakhstan and five management companies are engaged in investing: Jusan Invest JSC, Halyk Global Markets JSC, BCC Invest JSC, Centras Securities JSC, Halyk Finance JSC. You can choose a management company at your discretion.Information on investment management of UAPF pension assets and on financial instruments in which UAPF pension assets are placed are posted on the official website of UAPF (www.enpf.kz) in the section "Indicators/Investment activities" on a monthly basis.     Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-rudnyi-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1010368?lang=kk

On June 2, 2025, the state bailiff of the branch "Interdistrict Territorial Department of Enforcement No. 4" of the RGU "Department of Justice of the North Kazakhstan Region" Isakanova Zh.B. held a reception for citizens on issues of enforcement proceedings. All those who applied were given explanations and answers to their questions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet-sko/press/news/details/1010360?lang=kk

UAPF JSC (hereinafter referred to as UAPF) presents a report on the management of pension assets by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (hereinafter referred to as NBRK) and investment portfolio managers (hereinafter referred to as IPM) on the enpf.kz website in the section "Indicators - Investment activities". The total volume of pension assets as of May 1, 2025, under the management of the NBRK and IPM amounted to KZT23,065.95 bln. As of this date, UAPF pension assets under the trust management of the NBRK, formed through compulsory pension contributions (hereinafter referred to as CPC), compulsory occupational pension contributions (hereinafter referred to as COPC), voluntary pension contributions (hereinafter referred to as VPC), amounted to about KZT22,630.73 bln[1]. The volume of pension assets formed by employer’s compulsory pension contributions (hereinafter referred to as ECPC), which are in the trust management of the NBRK, is KZT372.84 bln.Pension assets under IPM management amounted to more than KZT62.38 bln. Investment portfolio of pension assets managed by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan The National Bank, as a trustee of UAPF pension assets, pursues a balanced investment policy: invests in various types of financial instruments by currencies, countries, sectors and issuers.The main areas of investment of pension assets formed through CPC, COPC, VPC, as of May 1, 2025, are as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 43.14%, bonds of quasi-public companies - 9.09%, bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 3.21%, deposits of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 2.22%, shares and depositary receipts of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 1.49%, IFOs - 1.37%.The investment portfolio broken down by currencies in which financial instruments acquired through CPC, COPC, VPC are denominated as of May 1, 2025, looks like this: investments in national currency - 59.63%, in US dollars - 40.37%, in other currencies - 0.01% of the pension asset portfolio.From the analysis of the structure of the received income it follows that the income in the form of remuneration on securities, including on placed deposits and reverse repo transactions, amounted to KZT590.71 bln. The market revaluation of securities, foreign currency, on assets under external management was negative. Other income amounted to KZT4.32 bln.Despite short-term fluctuations in profitability, over the past 12 months from May 2024 to April 2025, the amount of accrued investment income amounted to about KZT2.63 trillion, the yield for this period was 13.35% with inflation at 10.70%. ECPC investment areas as of May 1, 2025 are as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 77.98%, repo transactions - 15.94%, NBRK deposits - 6.08%.The investment portfolio at the expense of ECPC includes only financial instruments denominated in national currency.As of May 1, 2025, the yield of ECPC PA over the past 12 months was 9.03%.Let us recall that pension savings are long-term investments. Therefore, it is advisable to analyze the size of investment income for a period of at least one year. In certain periods, a decrease in return may be observed due to the volatility of foreign exchange rates, changes in the market value of financial instruments, as well as the impact of inflation. Diversification of the investment portfolio, when income from some instruments covers temporary losses on others, ensures the safety and stable return on pension savings in the long term. Thus, investment income in dynamics over the past 3 years shows stable growth, the return on pension assets exceeds the inflation rate. A detailed structure of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by the NBRK, indicating issuers, and an overview of investment activities are posted on the official website of UAPF. Information on the structure of the portfolio for pension assets formed through ECPC is also posted on the enpf.kz website.Investment Portfolio Managers The total volume of pension assets under IPM management is over KZT62.38 bln.As of 01.05.2025, pension assets under trust management of Jusan Invest JSC amounted to KZT11.70 bln.The company's main investments: Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) units - 21.55%, bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 18.88%, government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 17.78%, Repo - 10.35%, corporate bonds of foreign issuers - 7.91%, MFIs - 6.22%, corporate bonds of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 6.03%, government securities of foreign states - 4.75%. It should be noted that 67.00% of the portfolio is presented in tenge, 31.58% - in US dollars, 1.42% - in other currencies.As of May 1, 2025, the return on UAPF pension assets over the past 12 months, distributed to the accounts of contributors (beneficiaries), amounted to 16.42%. A detailed structure of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Jusan Invest JSC, indicating the issuers, is presented on the UAPF website. As of 01.05.2025, pension assets under trust management of Halyk Global Markets JSC amounted to KZT5.46 bln.The main investments in the portfolio structure are as follows: "reverse repo" (up to 90 calendar days) - 22.90%, corporate bonds of foreign issuers - 14.26%, government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 12.87%, bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 11.45%, corporate bonds of organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 10.94%, bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 8.96%, equity instruments of foreign issuers (ETF units) - 7.50%, shares and depositary receipts issued by organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 2.61%, securities with government status issued by the central governments of foreign states - 2.54%. Investments in national currency accounted for 69.72% of the portfolio, in US dollars - 30.28%. As of May 1, 2025, the return on UAPF pension assets over the past 12 months, distributed to contributors (beneficiaries) accounts, amounted to 16.74%. A detailed structure of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Halyk Global Markets JSC, indicating the issuers, is presented on the UAPF website. As of May 1, 2025, UAPF pension assets under the trust management of BCC Invest JSC amounted to KZT6.17 bln. Main investment areas: bonds of the second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 26.20%, bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 19.17%, corporate bonds of issuers-residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 16.62%, corporate bonds of foreign issuers - 11.01%, REPO - 9.19%, government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 8.45%.Investments in national currency amounted to 75.77% of the portfolio, in US dollars - 24.23%.As of May 1, 2025, the yield of UAPF pension assets over the past 12 months, distributed to contributors (beneficiaries) accounts, amounted to 17.45%.A detailed structure of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by BCC Invest JSC, indicating the issuers, is available on the UAPF website. As of 01.05.2025, UAPF pension assets under trust management of Centras Securities JSC amounted to KZT2.31 bln.21.17% were invested in government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, corporate bonds of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 19.94%, bonds of quasi-public organizations - 18.34%, bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 10.23%, US government bonds - 6.58%, repo - 5.54%, shares and depositary receipts of issuers-residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 4.31%.Investments in national currency amounted to 69.82% of the portfolio, in US dollars - 30.18%.As of May 1, 2025, the return on UAPF pension assets over the past 12 months, distributed to contributor (beneficiaries) accounts, was 15.66%.A detailed structure of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Centras Securities JSC, indicating the issuers, is presented on the UAPF website. As of 01.05.2025, pension assets under the trust management of Halyk Finance JSC, amounted to KZT36.74 bln.The main investments in the portfolio structure are as follows: Government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 25.23%, corporate bonds of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 14.12%, corporate bonds of foreign issuers - 10.87%, bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 11.78%, units of Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) - 10.04%, shares and depositary receipts of foreign issuers - 7.30%, government securities of foreign states - 6.48%, bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 6.77%. 60.20% of the portfolio is invested in instruments in national currency, 39.80% in US dollars.As of May 1, 2025, the return on UAPF pension assets over the past 12 months, distributed to contributors (beneficiaries) accounts, amounted to 16.49%.A detailed structure of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Halyk Finance SO of Halyk Bank of Kazakhstan JSC with the indication of issuers is presented on the UAPF website. Recall that from July 1, 2023, contributors can transfer no more than 50% of pension savings to trust management through compulsory pension contributions (CPC) and compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPC) without taking into account the minimum sufficiency threshold by investment portfolio managers (IPM), choosing such a company themselves. Contributors who have voluntary pension savings can transfer them to their IPM in the amount of 100%.  [1] без учета денег на счетах пенсионных взносов и выплатSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay-urzhar/press/news/details/1018581?lang=kk

On April 10, 2025, the chief specialist of the Pension and Social Security Department, G.Khamieva, conducted technical training among the specialists of the Government for Citizens in Atyrau region. The technical training was conducted in order to provide methodological and practical assistance to improve the quality of public services provided. During the technical training, issues related to refusal cases were discussed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek-atyrau/press/news/details/1010248?lang=kk

Today, the opening of a psychological and pedagogical correction room for special children took place in the Samara district.The ceremony was attended by the head of the education department of the East Kazakhstan region Inessa Chernysheva, the district akim Serik Zhenisov, parents and children.The head of the education department of the East Kazakhstan region Inessa Chernysheva and a representative of the parents' association cut the ceremonial ribbon, and the guests got acquainted with the work of the room.The new institution is aimed at supporting children and adolescents with developmental disabilities. The room provides services for the rehabilitation, social adaptation and counseling of children aged 0 to 18 years. It is equipped with a defectologist, speech therapist and psychologist, a Montessori room, a sensory room, exercise therapy and rhythmic gymnastics rooms, a special bathroom and other rooms.The building has ramps, tactile signs, wide doors, special handles in the sanitary rooms.At the end of the opening ceremony, the guests took a memorable photo.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-samar/press/news/details/1010210?lang=kk

In the village of Mirolyubovka, the water supply networks were transferred to the balance of the KGP in the Samar district of Samara. Additionally, connections were made to the central highway for subscribers who have expressed their willingness to use drinking water. Service contracts have been concluded with individuals and legal entities. In the future, a tariff will be set for the rational use of drinking water.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-samar-mirolubovka/press/news/details/1010211?lang=kk

Montería, May 30, 2025 – The delegation of the Republic of Kazakhstan headed by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the United Mexican States, Almurat Turganbekov, took part in the 10th Summit of Heads of State and/or Government of the Association of Caribbean States (ACS), held in the city of Monteria, Colombia.The summit commemorates the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Convention Establishing the ACS, adopted in July 1994 in Cartagena, and was held under the theme: “United for Life: Towards a more sustainable Greater Caribbean”.During the event, participants discussed key challenges and priorities in the region, including climate change, migration, sustainable development, reform of the global financial architecture and governance system, protection of human rights, and ensuring peace and security.On the sidelines of the summit, Ambassador Almurat Turganbekov held several brief meetings with the Secretary General of the Association of Caribbean States (ACS), Noemi Espinoza Madrid, and the heads of delegations from Latin American and Caribbean countries, during which issues of bilateral and multilateral cooperation were discussed.Reference: The Republic of Kazakhstan received observer status in the Association of Caribbean States in June 2016 at the 7th ACS Summit held in Havana, Cuba. Currently, the ACS unites 25 sovereign states of the region and is one of the leading subregional platforms in Latin America and the Caribbean. Along with Kazakhstan, observer countries include the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, Canada, the Republic of Korea, Russia, Belarus, and others.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-mexico/press/news/details/1010167?lang=kk

Basel, 2 June 2025 – Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the World Trade Organization and international economic organizations, Kairat Torebayev, met with Deputy General Manager of the Bank for International Settlements, Ms. Andréa M. Maechler.During the meeting, Mr. Torebayev emphasized Kazakhstan’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with the BIS in the areas of financial stability and the development of modern banking technologies. Special attention was given to experience-sharing in the regulation of digital assets and central bank supervision.The parties discussed Kazakhstan’s pioneering initiative to establish a pilot zone called CryptoCity, announced by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at the Astana International Forum 2025. The project will become the first regulated platform in the region for the use of cryptocurrencies as a means of payment for goods and services.Ms. Maechler expressed the BIS's interest in learning from Kazakhstan’s regulatory approach to digital assets and affirmed the Bank’s readiness for expert-level cooperation in this field.At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their mutual interest in deepening collaboration on financial stability, digital innovation, and the implementation of international standards in the banking sector.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-wto/press/news/details/1010169?lang=kk

Bern, 2 June 2025 – During a meeting with Masahiko Metoki, Director General of the Universal Postal Union, Kairat Torebayev, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the WTO and International Economic Organizations reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s commitment to the goals of the UPU and expressed interest in expanding cooperation.Kazakhstan is actively modernizing its national postal system, placing special emphasis on digitalization, logistics development and integration with e-commerce. In this context, the Kazakh side expressed readiness to participate in UPU pilot projects and technical initiatives, particularly in the areas of sustainable development and digital services.The meeting gave special attention to Kazakhstan’s initiative to host an international forum under the auspices of the UPU in Astana. The proposed forum could serve as a regional platform for discussions on digital transformation, sustainable logistics solutions, regional connectivity and e-commerce integration.Furthermore, Kazakhstan expressed interest in cooperating with the UPU on the establishment of a regional postal logistics center within its territory.At the conclusion of the meeting, both Sides agreed to continue dialogue at the technical level to elaborate on the proposed initiatives, aimed at strengthening regional postal infrastructure and supporting the sustainable development of the sector in Central Asia.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-wto/press/news/details/1010186?lang=kk

The Novo-Khairuzovsky rural District hosted events dedicated to the International Children's Day, which is celebrated annually on June 1. This day is a reminder of children's rights to life, freedom of opinion, education and protection, as well as the importance of creating an enabling environment for their development and well-being. As part of the holiday, various cultural and entertainment events were organized in the district, aimed at the joy and support of children. Such events contribute to strengthening social cohesion and improving the standard of living in rural settlements.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-katon-karagay-novohairuzovka/press/news/details/1010193?lang=kk

The Forum was inaugurated by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.The Astana International Forum is a unique high-level international event. It brings together heads of state, representatives of international organizations, business, academia, and civil society for open dialogue on the most important global challenges. Against the backdrop of growing geopolitical tensions, rapid climate change, and the transformation of the global economy, the forum is held under the theme “Connecting Minds, Shaping the Future”, serving as a space for joint solutions and new opportunities.This year, delegations from over 70 countries are participating – including representatives of the UN, World Bank, IMF, WTO, the European Union, as well as countries from Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America. Speakers include heads of state, ministers, leading economists, CEOs of transnational corporations, researchers, and representatives of non-governmental organizations.More than 5,000 international guests have arrived. These include forum participants, heads of delegations, business leaders, accompanying delegates, and over 100 foreign media journalists.Full information about the forum and participation opportunities is available on the official website:https://www.astanainternationalforum.org/Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana-uir/press/news/details/1010150?lang=kk