"As part of the implementation of the instructions of the Head of State, the Government has developed a set of measures. This concerns the entry into force of the new Tax Code. Today, out of 1,111 types of activities, the procedure for applying a special tax regime remains in place, while 44 types of activities remain. For the "smooth" entry of the new Tax Code, a number of measures are provided, such as service support. Tax and desk inspections will also be suspended for micro and small businesses. It is also planned to cancel the re-registration. A simplified procedure for the liquidation of individual entrepreneurs is provided. Other support measures are being developed, including the cancellation of penalties and fines for the payment of the principal debt before April 1, 2026 and exemption from an administrative fine if the VAT threshold is exceeded," said the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. https://www.instagram.com/p/DP5hTBpCIoJ/?img_index=1Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1090897?lang=kk

Meeting between KazAID and the Embassy of Romania in KazakhstanOn October 16, 2025, in Astana, Chairman of KazAID Arken Arystanov met with the Ambassador of Romania to the Republic of Kazakhstan, Madalina Lupu.During the meeting, the parties discussed KazAID’s activities for 2024–2025, including the implementation of the annual programs “Dostyk” and “Avicenna,” as well as the organization of training seminars on topics such as earthquake risk reduction, Kaizen methodology, development of public catering, acceleration of transparency report (BTR) preparation, and statistical data visualization.Special attention was given to potential cooperation between KazAID and the Romanian Agency for International Development Cooperation (RoAid). The parties discussed prospects for joint projects in 2026 within the framework of the Memorandum of Understanding and Cooperation in the field of Official Development Assistance (ODA).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazaid/press/news/details/1090803?lang=kk

Today, Ernar Yerzhanov the Chief of Staff of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan presented the staff of the Department of State Revenues for Astanaci ty - Manzorov S. B.Serik Manzorov graduated from Al-Farabi Kazakh National University in 2004 with a degree in jurisprudence, and West Coast University in 2006 (Great Britain) with a degree in business management, in 2009 - Kazakh University of Economics named after Turar Ryskulov with a degree in finance, in 2010 - Academy of Public Administration under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan with a degree in state and local management, in 2019 - Kazakh Automobile and Road Institute named after L. B. Goncharov with a degree in construction.He began his career in 2006, held positions in the akimats of Almalinsky and Bostandyk districts of Almaty. He worked in various positions in the structure of tax and state bodies, including the deputy head of the Department of International Cooperation of the SRC, a consultant to the Foreign Policy Center of the Presidential Administration of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the head of the  State Revenues Department in the Mangistau region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/1090767?lang=kk

On October 21, 2025, the Ministry's Ethics Commissioner, in collaboration with the Legal Department, held a training seminar on the topic:"Gambling Addiction, Respect for Human Rights and the Law. Anti-Corruption Prevention."The event was aimed at raising the level of legal and ethical awareness among civil servants, fostering a zero-tolerance attitude toward corruption and antisocial behavior, and developing principles of integrity and service to society.The seminar addressed the key topics of the report:• Gambling addiction as a psychological disorder leading to loss of control and the destruction of family and professional relationships. Participants were reminded of the unacceptability of civil servants' participation in gambling and the need to promptly seek psychological help if signs of addiction appear.• Respect for the law and human rights as an integral part of official and moral responsibility. It was emphasized that the rule of law and respect for citizens' rights are the highest cultural values ​​of the civil service.Particular attention is paid to issues of anti-terrorism and anti-religious prevention—preventing civil servants from becoming involved in destructive religious movements—as well as issues of personal discipline and public image, including:• preventing public appearances under the influence of alcohol or other forms of intoxication;• preventing discrimination and sexual harassment;• compliance with generally accepted moral and ethical standards and rules of professional conduct.Furthermore, in anticipation of the upcoming holiday, outreach efforts were conducted on issues of integrity, correct behavior, and respect for colleagues and citizens.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1090746?lang=kk

Happy Republic Day, Kazakhs!October 25th marks the day our people made a historic choice. This is the beginning of our sovereignty, the golden gate to independence.Today's Kazakhstan is a symbol of peaceful life, national unity, and faith in the future.Let's strengthen the foundations of the free country our ancestors dreamed of together!!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-kazaly-kolaryq/press/news/details/1090904?lang=kk

On June 27, 2025, on the sidelines of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council, the Interim Trade Agreement was signed between the Eurasian Economic Union and its member states, on the one hand, and Mongolia, on the other.The agreement will facilitate the development and strengthening of trade relations between the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union and Mongolia, and will also create favorable conditions for the promotion of Kazakh goods in the partner market.In this regard, the Ministry of Trade and Integrationof the Republic of Kazakhstan notifies of the posting of the draft Government Resolution of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On the draft Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan 'On the Ratification of the Interim Trade Agreement between the Eurasian Economic Union and its Member States, on the one hand, and Mongolia, on the other'" on the official website, as well as on the "Open NPAs" internet portal.Public discussion of this project on the Internet portal “Open NPA” will take place from October 21, 2025 to November 6, 2025 (link https://legalacts.egov.kz/npa/view?id=15632664 ).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1090752?lang=kk

Abu Dhabi, October 21, 2025 – The Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the United Arab Emirates, Rauan Zhumabek, met with the Director of the Consular Services Department at the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Rashid Rahmah.During the meeting, the parties reviewed prospects for enhancing consular cooperation, ensuring the protection of Kazakhstan citizens’ rights, and strengthening coordination in emergency situations.Ambassador R.Zhumabek commended the UAE’s notable progress in the digitalization of consular services, highlighting their effectiveness and innovation.Mr. R.Rahmah reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to deepening cooperation with Kazakhstan and expressed satisfaction with the current state of bilateral relations.At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides agreed to convene consular consultations in the near future to advance the implementation of joint initiatives.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-abudhabi/press/news/details/1090714?lang=kk

Determining the country of origin of goods plays a significant role in the international trade system. The correct identification of origin is essential for the application of customs duties, trade policy measures, restrictions, and for maintaining accurate foreign trade statistics.When a product is not covered by international agreements on tariff preferences, its origin is determined for non-preferential purposes in accordance with the general rules established by international and regional legal acts.The legal regulation of the rules of origin is based on the Treaty on the Eurasian Economic Union dated 29 May 2014, the EAEU Customs Code (Chapter 4), and Decision No. 49 of the EEC Council dated 13 July 2018. These instruments enshrine the principles of transparency, objectivity, and non-discrimination, ensuring a uniform approach to determining the origin of goods across all member states of the Union.The main criteria for establishing the country of origin are as follows:1. Complete production of the goods within the territory of a country;2. Sufficient processing or transformation when materials from different countries are used in the manufacturing process.Modern trends involve the introduction of digital tools for supply chain traceability and electronic certification of origin, which enhance procedural transparency and reduce administrative barriers.Overall, contemporary approaches aim to improve and harmonize the rules for determining the country of origin of goods, thereby contributing to the development of fair, transparent, and predictable international trade.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1090711?lang=kk

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In order to protect the interests of the working population, compulsory social insurance provides for social benefits in cases of social risks related to: disability; loss of breadwinner; loss of work; loss of income due to pregnancy and childbirth; loss of income due to adoption of a newborn child (children); loss of income due to child care upon reaching the age of one and a half years.The amount of social benefits from the State Social Insurance Fund (Fund) is calculated individually and directly depends on the timeliness and completeness of the social contributions paid to the Fund. It should be noted that social contributions are not deducted from the employee's salary as mandatory pension contributions, but are paid at the expense of employers and (or) individual entrepreneurs.In this regard, we recommend that the participants of the system check the social contributions actually received by the Fund. This can be done through the e-government portal. egov.kz (Home Page/Employment and employment/Information about social contributions of compulsory social insurance) or in the mobile applications of second-tier banks, as well as by contacting the branches of the Government for Citizens State Corporation (State Corporation) or a branch of the Fund with an identity document.Today, it has become easier to make social payments thanks to digital services.You can apply for social benefits from the Fund both traditionally through the offices of the State Corporation, and electronically, without leaving your home.Increasingly, social benefits are awarded proactively: if the information systems of government agencies have all the necessary information, the system participant receives an SMS message from the unified contact center "1414" about the realization of the right to receive payments. In case of receiving consent to this SMS message, the payment is assigned proactively.In addition, you can apply for social benefits in one of the following ways::- in case of disability: in case of initial determination of the degree of loss of general disability, through the department of Medical and Social Expertise, and if there is information about disability, through the egov e-government portal.kz or by contacting the State Corporation;- on the occasion of the loss of the breadwinner: through the egov e-government portal.kz or by contacting the State Corporation;- in case of job loss: when registering as unemployed - through the portals of the Electronic Labor Exchange enbek.kz , egov e-government.kz or a Career Center, and if there is information about registration for the unemployed - in the mobile applications of second-tier banks or by contacting the State Corporation;- on pregnancy and childbirth: through the egov e-government portal.kz or by contacting the State Corporation;- child care for up to one and a half years: through the egov e-government portal.kz, mobile applications of second-tier banks, or by contacting a state corporation.If the applicant submitted the application electronically, the deadline for assigning social benefits is 4 working days, and in the case of applying through a State Corporation - 8 working days.It should be noted that when assigning social benefits, the Fund's branches verify the authenticity of documents (information). In cases of detection of late or incomplete payments, as well as inconsistencies between the paid social benefits and the employee's income, which is estimated based on the listed amounts of mandatory pension contributions, the Fund's branches send an electronic mock-up of the case for additional registration. In such cases, the appointment period is extended to 30 working days and additional information is required from the relevant government agencies, the employer, etc.The effectiveness of the system is confirmed by specific figures. In the Kyzylorda region, for 8 months of this year, social contributions to the Fund were received for 204,848 thousand participants of the system in the amount of 15.0 billion tenge. During this time, more than 55,893 thousand people have already received payments in the amount of 26.6 billion tenge.You can find out more about the compulsory social insurance system on the official Internet resource of the Foundation. www.gfss.kz .Branch of JSC "State Social Insurance Fund"for the Kyzylorda regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1090628?lang=kk

Seoul, October 21, 2025 — A roundtable dedicated to the celebration of the Republic Day of Kazakhstan was held in Seoul under the theme “Kazakhstan and South Korea: Advancing the Enhanced Strategic Partnership.”The event brought together representatives of Korea’s diplomatic, academic, and business communities, as well as journalists and students. Among the distinguished guests were Mr. Kwak Young Gil, President of Aju News Corporation and Chairman of the Kazakhstan–Korea Friendship Association; Mr. Rhee Jong Kook, Executive Director of the Korea–Central Asia Cooperation Forum Secretariat; Mr. Ha Tae Youk, Chief of Local Diplomacy Office of the Governors Association of the Republic of Korea (GAROK); former Ambassadors to Kazakhstan Mr. Kim Dae Sik and Mr. Baik Joo Hyeon; Mr. Kim Young Sang, President of The Korea Herald; Ms. Lee Ok Ryun, President of the Korea–Central Asia Friendship Association; Dr. Hee Han, President of the Seoul Media Institute of Technology (SMIT); professors and researchers of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (HUFS), and representatives of the business, legal, media, and cultural sectors.In his remar ks, Ambassador Nurgali Arystanov quoted the words of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, who stated that “the Republic Day symbolizes the centuries-old dream of the Kazakh people for independence and statehood.” The Ambassador highlighted that Kazakhstan has achieved remarkable progress in the fields of economy, diplomacy, innovation, and social development over the years of independence.He also elaborated on key directions of Kazakhstan’s domestic and foreign policy under the leadership of the Head of State, including the development of artificial intelligence, the introduction of water-saving technologies, the creation of smart cities, and the reform of Parliament.Ambassador Arystanov emphasized the growing enhanced strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and South Korea, noting the steady expansion of political dialogue, economic cooperation, and people-to-people exchanges.He also noted the recent successful visit of the Kazakh delegation led by Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbayev on October 15–16, 2025, during which the innovative Alatau Smart City project was presented to Korean partners.It was highlighted that South Korea ranks among Kazakhstan’s top three foreign investors and top ten trading partners. Major Korean companies such as Shinhan Bank, BNK Bank, Hyundai, KIA, and Samsung Electronics are successfully operating in Kazakhstan. The Ambassador also mentioned several new joint projects launched in 2025, including the KIA car plant in Kostanay, Open Healthcare medical center in Almaty, and Samsung Electronics home appliance production.In terms of people-to-people ties, there has been a noticeable increase in exchanges: the number of weekly flights between the two countries has risen to 20, while the number of mutual visits during the first half of 2025 significantly increased — the number of Korean visitors to Kazakhstan grew by 28% (17,202 people), and the number of Kazakh visitors to Korea rose by 19.4% (37,737 people).During the open discussion, participants exchanged views on prospects for cooperation between Kazakhstan and Korea at the regional, academic, and educational levels. Representing GAROK, Ambassador Ha Tae-youk emphasized the importance of subnational diplomacy and highlighted the successful hosting of the Central Asia–Korea Regional Cooperation Forum in Turkistan in September 2025.Participants of the roundtable congratulated the people of Kazakhstan on the Republic Day, highly appreciating the country’s achievements since independence, and expressed confidence that the further development of the strategic partnership will strengthen stability, prosperity, and friendship between Kazakhstan and South Korea.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-seoul/press/news/details/1090605?lang=kk

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 UAPF JSC (hereinafter referred to as UAPF) submits a report on pension asset management by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (hereinafter referred to as NBRK) and investment portfolio managers (hereinafter referred to as IPMS) on the enpf website.kz in the section "Indicators - Investment activity". As of September 1, 2025, the total amount of pension assets under the management of the NBRK and the UIP amounted to 25 083.08 billion tenge. As of that date, the pension assets of the UAPF held in trust by the NBRK, formed from mandatory pension contributions (hereinafter referred to as OPV), mandatory occupational pension contributions (hereinafter referred to as OPV), and voluntary pension contributions (hereinafter referred to as DPV), amounted to about 24,463.47 billion tenge[1]. The volume of pension assets formed at the expense of mandatory pension contributions from the employer (hereinafter referred to as OPVR), held in trust by the NBRK, is 551.25 billion tenge.Pension assets under the management of the UIP amounted to more than 68.36 billion tenge. Investment portfolio of pension assets managed by the NBK The National Bank, as the trustee of the pension assets of the UAPF, pursues a balanced investment policy: it invests in various types of financial instruments by currencies, countries, sectors and issuers.The main investment directions of pension assets formed at the expense of OPV, OPV, DPV, as of September 1, 2025 are as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 42.58%, bonds of quasi–state companies - 8.85%, bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 2.78%, deposits of the NBK – 2.14%, shares and depository receipts of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 1.77%, MFIs – 1.20%.As of September 1, 2025, the investment portfolio in terms of currencies in which financial instruments acquired through OPV, OPV, DPV are denominated looks like this: investments in national currency – 57.33%, in US dollars – 42.67% of the portfolio of pension assets.From the analysis of the structure of income received, it follows that income in the form of remuneration on securities, including on placed deposits and reverse REPO operations, amounted to 1,277.10 billion tenge, income from revaluation of foreign currency, excluding assets under external management, amounted to 139.12 billion tenge, income on assets under external management, including taking into account the exchange rate revaluation - 456.19 billion tenge, other income - 5.16 billion tenge. The market revaluation of securities was negative.The amount of accrued investment income for the last 12 months from September 2024 to August 2025 amounted to about 2.74 trillion tenge, the yield for this period was 12.60% with inflation of 12.20%. As of September 1, 2025, the investment directions of the OPVR are as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 97.58%, deposits of the NBRK – 2.22%, funds in investment accounts – 0.20%.The investment portfolio at the expense of the OPVR includes only financial instruments denominated in the national currency.As of September 1, 2025, the yield of OPVR over the past 12 months was 7.64%.Let's remind that pension savings are long–term investments. Therefore, it is advisable to analyze the amount of investment income for a period of at least one year. In some periods, there may be a decrease in profitability 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 one instrument covers temporary losses on others, ensures the safety and sustainable profitability of retirement savings in the long term. Thus, investment income has shown steady growth over the past 3 years, and the profitability of pension assets exceeds the inflation rate.The detailed structure of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by the NBRK, indicating the issuers, and an overview of investment activities are posted on the official website of the UAPF. Also on the enpf website.kz contains information on the portfolio structure for pension assets formed at the expense of the pension Fund.Investment Portfolio Managers The total amount of pension assets under the management of the UIP is more than 68.36 billion tenge.            As of 01.09.2025, pension assets held in trust by Alatau City Invest JSC amounted to KZT 12.74 billion.            The company's main investments are: Government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 18.59%, Shares of Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) – 16.76%, bonds of second–tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 16.29%, REPO – 16.14%, bonds of quasi–governmental organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 11.33%, corporate bonds of foreign issuers - 6.17%, MFIs - 5.90%, corporate bonds of issuers RK – 5.82%, government securities of foreign countries – 2.77%. It should be noted that 75.09% of the portfolio is represented in tenge, 23.47% – in US dollars, 1.43% – in other currencies.As of September 1, 2025, the return on the pension assets of the UAPF over the past 12 months, distributed to the accounts of depositors (recipients), amounted to 10.94%.The detailed structure of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Alatau City Invest JSC, indicating the issuers, is presented on the UAPF website. As of 01.09.2025, pension assets held in trust by Halyk Global Markets JSC amounted to KZT 6.42 billion.The main investments in the portfolio structure are as follows: REPO (no more than 90 calendar days) – 44.31%, government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 10.41%, corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 9.54%, bonds of second–tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 8.73%, equity instruments of foreign issuers (ETF units) – 7.49%, corporate bonds organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 5.25%, bonds of quasi–governmental organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 4.99%, state-owned securities issued by central governments of foreign states – 3.84%.Investments in national currency accounted for 76.27% of the portfolio, in US dollars - 23.73%.As of September 1, 2025, the return on the pension assets of the UAPF over the past 12 months, distributed to the accounts of depositors (recipients), amounted to 12.59%. The 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 01.09.2025, the pension assets of the UAPF, held in trust by BCC Invest JSC, amounted to 7.67 billion tenge.The main investment areas are: STB bonds of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 25.92%, bonds of quasi-governmental organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 16.53%, government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 15.71%, REPO - 12.33%, corporate bonds of issuers–residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 12.25%, corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 11.61%.Investments in national currency accounted for 74.12% of the portfolio, in US dollars - 25.88%.  As of September 1, 2025, the return on the pension assets of the UAPF over the past 12 months, distributed to the accounts of depositors (recipients), amounted to 12.85%. The detailed structure of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by BCC Invest JSC, indicating the issuers, is presented on the UAPF website. As of 01.09.2025, the pension assets of the UAPF, held in trust by Centras Securities JSC, amounted to 2.98 billion tenge.  17.81% was invested in bonds of quasi–governmental organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan, STB bonds of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 17.48%, corporate bonds of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 16.33%, government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 16.05%, REPO – 9.30%, US government bonds - 5.40%, shares and depositary receipts of foreign issuers – 3.83%, shares and depositary receipts of resident issuers RK – 3.42%.Investments in national currency accounted for 69.03% of the portfolio, and 30.97% in US dollars.As of September 1, 2025, the return on the pension assets of the UAPF over the past 12 months, distributed to the accounts of depositors (recipients), amounted to 16.14%.The 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 01.09.2025, pension assets held in trust by JSC DO National Bank of Kazakhstan Halyk Finance amounted to 38.55 billion tenge.The main investments in the portfolio structure look like this: Government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 23.31%, REPO – 16.96%, bonds of second–tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 9.78%, corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 9.52%, government securities of foreign states – 8.59%, MFIs – 8.47%, Shares of Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) – 6.51%, corporate bonds of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 5.62%, bonds of quasi–governmental organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 3.14%, shares and depositary receipts of foreign issuers - 2.79%, shares and depositary receipts of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 2.70%.59.33% of the portfolio is invested in instruments in national currency, 40.67% in US dollars.As of September 1, 2025, the return on the pension assets of the UAPF over the past 12 months, distributed to the accounts of depositors (recipients), amounted to 13.25%. The detailed structure of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by JSC DO National Bank of Kazakhstan Halyk Finance, indicating the issuers, is presented on the UAPF website.Starting from July 1, 2023, depositors can transfer to trust management no more than 50% of pension savings due to mandatory pension contributions (OPV) and mandatory professional pension contributions (OPV) without taking into account the minimum sufficiency threshold for investment portfolio managers (IPM), choosing such a company independently. Depositors who have voluntary pension savings can transfer them to their UIP in the amount of 100%.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/social-abay/press/news/details/1090556?lang=kk

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Brussels, 21 October 2025 – The Republic of Kazakhstan took part in the Global Tourism Forum 2025, held on 20–21 October at the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium in Brussels. The forum, organized by the World Tourism Forum Institute (WTFI), brought together more than one thousand participants from over fifty countries under the theme “Rethinking Tourism in a Changing World.” The forum opened with remarks by the Secretary-General Elect of the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Sheikha Al-Nuwais, Secretary-General of the Organization of Turkic States Kubanychbek Omuraliev, and EU Commissioner for Tourism and Transport Apostolos Tzitzikostas.With the support of the Embassy of Kazakhstan in the Kingdom of Belgium and the participation of the Almaty Tourism Bureau, a national stand was presented, showcasing Kazakhstan’s tourism and investment potential, its natural and cultural heritage, as well as prospects for the development of sustainable tourism.During the forum, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Belgium Roman Vassilenko met with President of the Global Tourism Forum Bulut Bağcı. The parties discussed opportunities to expand international cooperation and exchange best practices in the field of tourism.Bulut Bağcı noted:“Kazakhstan is demonstrating impressive progress in the development of its tourism industry, combining modern approaches with the preservation of its unique natural and cultural wealth. We are witnessing growing interest in this country as a new destination for both travelers and investors.”At the Global Tourism Awards 2025 ceremony, the city of Almaty received a special award — “Special Recognition for Tourism Innovation and Urban Transformation” — in acknowledgment of its efforts to introduce innovative solutions and develop urban infrastructure aimed at enhancing the quality of the tourist experience.In addition, the President of the Global Tourism Forum Bulut Bağcı presented Ambassador of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko with a crystal plaque addressed to the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, in recognition of his outstanding support and visionary leadership in strengthening international cooperation and promoting sustainable tourism worldwide.Kazakhstan’s participation in the Global Tourism Forum 2025 reaffirmed the country’s growing role in advancing sustainable tourism and fostering international cooperation in travel and investment.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brussels/press/news/details/1090576?lang=kk

InKazakhstan, the procedure for grantingbenefitsin the payment of customsdutiesandtaxes is regulated by the norms of the EurasianEconomicUnion(EAEU),internationaltreatiesandnationallegislation.It is an importanttool for governmentsupport of businessandstimulation of foreign economic activity.Notallissuesrelatedto the provision of tariffbenefits have been resolvedat the EAEUlevel.Therefore, the memberStates of the Union have the right to independentlyestablishadditionalsupportmeasures.InKazakhstan, thisprocedure is fixedin the CustomsCodeand the TaxCode of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The benefits make it possible to reduce the financialburdenonparticipants in foreign economic activity,increase the investmentattractivenessandcompetitiveness of domesticenterprises.Exemptionfrompayment of importcustomsduties.The grounds for exemption from payment of import customs duties are provided: • Annex No. 6 to the Protocol on Common Customs and Tariff Regulation (as part of the EAEU Treaty, ratified by the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 240-V dated October 14, 2014); • By the decisions of the Customs Union Commission No. 130 dated November 27, 2009. Goods imported from third countries as goods are exempt from payment of duties.:Humanitarianortechnicalassistance;contribution of a foreignfounder to theauthorizedcapital;products of the maritimeindustry of the EAEUvessels;Currenciesandsecurities;goodsintendedtoeliminate the consequences of naturaldisasters.Thesebenefitsaregeneral in natureand do notdependon the country of origin of the goods.The detailed procedure for their application was established by the Decision of the Customs Union Commission No. 728 dated July 15, 2011. As for the VAT benefit. In accordance with Article 399 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, goods imported for:Humanitarianandcharitablepurposes;Productionneeds,includingequipment,raw materials andsupplies. The mechanism for applyingthesebenefits was approved by the Order of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of KazakhstandatedFebruary23, 2018No.267.Regarding the benefitsofcustomsduties.According to Article80 of the Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan"OnCustomsRegulation",insomecases, customsfeesfor the declaration of goods are notpaid.Suchsituations are determined by internationaltreatiesandnationalacts. The procedure for submittingdocumentsforrelease was approved by the Order of the Minister of Finance of the Republic of KazakhstandatedFebruary14, 2018No.179.Business and investment support. Thus, the benefits provided by the law for the payment of customs duties and taxes are an effective mechanism for stimulating industrial development, attracting investment and strengthening the position of Kazakhstani companies in the international market. They create favorable conditions for doing business and contribute to the growth of economic activity in the country.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1090481?lang=kk

Cooperation instead of competition. Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan are reaching a new level of partnership. Cooperation between the two countries is developing in trade, industry, logistics, and digitalization.Speaking at the Kazakhstan-Azerbaijan Business Forum in Astana, Aidar Abildabekov, Vice Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, noted that economic ties between the two countries are steadily strengthening. From January to August 2025, trade turnover reached $343.3 million, with Kazakhstan's exports amounting to $290.8 million, and imports from Azerbaijan increasing by more than 58%.According to the Vice Minister, Kazakhstan proposes expanding its export basket with Azerbaijan to include agricultural products totaling approximately 14.5 million tons. This includes grains and oilseeds, flour, butter, and potatoes."Today, it is important to build sustainable production chains and joint projects that create added value. This is the essence of cooperation. "We will develop not in parallel, but together," he emphasized.During the forum, an official signing ceremony was held for 16 cooperation agreements and memoranda between representatives of Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan. The signed documents included agreements in industry, tourism, education, digital technology, and logistics.Cooperation was cemented by memoranda between Kazpost and Zira Port, the Atameken National Chamber of Entrepreneurs and the KOBIA agency, as well as between a number of private companies from the two countries. One of the key areas of cooperation was collaboration between the national export support institutions QazTrade and AZPROMO."We see great opportunities in agro-industrial and industrial cooperation. Kazakhstan is ready to work with its Azerbaijani partners to create new production facilities, develop processing and packaging, and enter third markets. For us, cooperation is not just an idea, but a tool that helps companies move from words to tangible contracts," noted Aitmuhammed Aldazharov, CEO of QazTrade.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1090511?lang=kk

There are only three underpasses in Kostanay, and this one was the first to undergo a complete renovation.The contractor, BASTION CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LLP— completed the work efficiently and without any comments within two months.All conditions have been created to ensure the safety and convenience of pedestrians: ramps for people with disabilities have been installed, new lighting, a video surveillance system, smoke protection, granite cladding and entrance arches made of polycarbonate panels.This facility is especially important for the safety of residents, particularly children, as there are two schools nearby.There is a pharmacy business facility next to the crossing. The entrepreneur will put the facade of the building in order by the end of the month so that it is in harmony with the renovated transition.The site near the Solnechny store was also considered. Next year, it is planned to repair the parking lot, external engineering networks and facades, including the supermarket itself. As a result, a single architectural appearance will be formed on this territory.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1090450?lang=kk

🔹Today, a forum on the topic "Mediation is a pillar of reconciliation" began in Shymkent as part of the "Reconciliation and Reconciliation" project, dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan. 🔹The goal of the two-day event is to promote the potential of ethnomediation by increasing the experience of local mediators and sharing best practices in conflict resolution. 🔹The forum was attended by the leadership of the city's Department of Internal Policy and Youth Affairs, the deputy chairman of the city's ANC, employees of law enforcement agencies and the Department of Justice, professional mediators from mediation centers, school psychologists, and representatives of public structures and ethnocultural associations under the city's ANC. 🔹Zangar Usipakhmetov, Acting Head of the City Department of Internal Policy and Youth Affairs, addressed the participants and emphasized the importance of the event organized within the framework of the "Reconciliation and Reconciliation" project. He spoke about the significant contribution of the rational use of the potential of ethno-mediation to maintaining peace and stability in society. – The main condition of a civilized society is the rule of law and the rule of law. Mediation reconciles the parties and prevents the escalation of an unsolved dispute. The fact that the Head of State has entrusted the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan with the further development of ethno-mediation is due to the needs of the time, – said Zangar Nyshanbekuly. 🔹On the first day of the forum, the director of the Abay regional branch of the Academy of Public Administration under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, professional mediator Asset Abzhakov, addressed the participants and gave a meaningful presentation on modern approaches in the field of mediation and the development of ethnomediation practice. Also, a representative of the said academy, professional mediator Gulzhan Kozhakhmetova, gave a practical lecture to the participants on effective models of conflict resolution and the professional ethics of a mediator. 🔹It should be noted that the continuation of the forum will be held on October 22 in the building of the "M.Baygut Student House" of Zh. Tashenov University in Shymkent. According to the program, professional mediators will give lectures to the participants on topics aimed at developing ethnomediation, and jointly discuss their experiences and best practices. At the end of the forum, special certificates will be awarded to the participants. #30yearsoftheKhmerAcademy #30yearsoftheKhmerAcademy #Shymkent #shymkent