Unified Accumulative Pension Fund JSC (hereinafter referred to as UAPF, the Fund) informs that it received on December 30, 2025, a notification from the investment portfolio manager of Halyk Global Markets JSC (a subsidiary of JSC Halyk Bank of Kazakhstan) (hereinafter referred to as IPM) on the planned termination of the Agreement on trust management of pension assets concluded between UAPF and IPM No. 17/6/18-02-21/P dated February 18, 2021 (hereinafter referred to as the Agreement), at the initiative of IPM.The notice was sent in accordance with legal requirements, according to which the Agreement may be terminated at the initiative of IPM after at least one full calendar year from the date of its conclusion. A full calendar year in this case means the period from January 1 to December 31, 2026, inclusive.[1].In the event of termination of the Agreement on its own initiative, the IPM shall notify the authorized body, the UAPF, and the custodian responsible for the accounting and custody of pension assets of the termination of the Agreement no later than one calendar year prior to the planned termination date and shall simultaneously post a corresponding announcement on its corporate website. In the presence of such notification, the UAPF will not accept new applications from contributors to transfer pension assets to the IPM's management.[2].IPM returns the pension assets held under trust management in full, in the form of cash, to the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (hereinafter referred to as the NBRK). IPM will fully reimburse any negative difference, if any, between the nominal return on pension assets received by IPM and the minimum value of pension assets that existed as of January 1 of the year following the full calendar year in which IPM managed the pension assets, i.e., in this case, as of January 1, 2027.[3].Within 5 working days after the date of reimbursement of the negative difference, if any, the individual entrepreneur returns the pension assets to the UAPF custodial account in the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan on the basis of the pension assets acceptance certificate.[4].Thus, the current procedure guarantees the safety of contributors' pension savings, ensures their return to the management of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and eliminates any financial risks for pension system participants. All pension savings previously transferred to the IPM continue to be managed by Halyk Global Markets JSC under the current terms until they are transferred to the management of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The IPM is obligated to fully fulfill its obligations under the Agreement until its termination, including compliance with the approved investment strategy, asset safety, and reporting requirements.At the same time, we inform you that contributors have the right (no earlier than one year from the date of transfer of pension savings to the trust management of the IPM) to transfer pension savings to the trust management of the NBRK or another IPM, the criterion for the formation of the investment portfolio of which corresponds to the age of the contributor. 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)     [1] Clause 7-3 of the Rules for the Implementation of Investment Portfolio Management Activities, approved by Resolution No. 10 of the Board of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated February 3, 2014[2] Clause 58 of the Rules for the Implementation of Investment Portfolio Management Activities, approved by Resolution No. 10 of the Board of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated February 3, 2014[3] Clause 59 of the Rules for the Implementation of Investment Portfolio Management Activities, approved by Resolution No. 10 of the Board of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated February 3, 2014[4] Clause 60 of the Rules for the Implementation of Investment Portfolio Management Activities, approved by Resolution No. 10 of the Board of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated February 3, 2014Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-mendykarin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1148920?lang=kk

  How have pension benefit payments from the UAPF changed in 2026? The amount of pension benefits from the UAPF to pensioners who retired early, before 2026, increased by 5% effective January 1.As a reminder, benefits from the UAPF are paid in accordance with the Methodology for Calculating Pension Benefits, approved by the Decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated June 30, 2023. According to this method, payments to citizens retiring are calculated as follows: in the first year of receiving benefits, the amount of pension savings is multiplied by the pension savings payment rate of 6.5% and divided by 12. In subsequent years, the monthly pension benefit is increased by the pension payment indexation rate of 5%. Moreover, the monthly pension benefit from the UAPF is made in an amount of at least 70% of the subsistence minimum (hereinafter referred to as the SM), established for the corresponding financial year by the law on the republican budget (in 2025, the SM is 50,851 tenge).For beneficiaries of certain categories: individuals with permanent disability groups 1 or 2, as well as those who worked in hazardous and dangerous industries, whose savings were formed through compulsory occupational pension contributions for at least sixty months, the Methodology provides for adjustment factors that increase the monthly pension benefit amount. For individuals who meet more than one of the above conditions, the adjustment factor with the highest value is applied.Pension benefits from the UAPF are paid until the pension savings in the individual pension savings account are depleted. What is the employer’s compulsory pension contribution rate in 2026?Effective January 1, 2026, the employer's compulsory pension contribution rate (ECPC) increased to 3.5% of employee income (the ECPC rate increases annually in stages: 1.5% in 2024, 2.5% in 2025, 3.5% in 2026, 4.5% in 2027, and 5% in 2028).As a reminder, effective January 1, 2024, Kazakhstan's funded pension system was supplemented with a new component: employer's compulsory pension contributions (ECPC). According to the adopted amendments, each employer is required to transfer to the UAPF, in addition to the compulsory 10% contribution of employee income, additional contributions from their own funds for the benefit of their employees born after January 1, 1975.The amount from which the ECPC is calculated cannot be less than the minimum wage (MW) or exceed 50 times the MW established for the relevant year. Persons of retirement age, those with permanent disabilities of groups 1 and 2, military personnel, and persons born before January 1, 1975, are exempt from paying the ECPC.           What is a “special tax regime” (STR)? Effective January 1, 2026, in connection with the entry into force of the new Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan and amendments to the Social Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, updated special tax regimes (STRs) were introduced in Kazakhstan: STRs for the self-employed, STRs based on a simplified tax return, and STRs for peasant or farm households (PFHs). These regimes regulate not only the payment of taxes by self-employed citizens but also compulsory pension contributions.What is the purpose of the updated "special tax regimes" (STR)?The implementation of the STR for the self-employed, the STR based on a simplified tax return, and the STR for peasant farms aims to:expand coverage of the pension and social system through the active involvement of the self-employed and micro-businesses;simplify business operations for millions of Kazakhstani citizens;further digitalize tax administration through mobile apps and online platforms.These innovations will enable the accumulation of pension savings, ensure social security for working citizens, and create incentives for them to come out of the shadow economy. 5) What types of “special tax regimes” have been introduced? STR for self-employed individuals, including those operating using internet platformsThe STR for the self-employed, which will be implemented starting in 2026, is intended for individuals (Kazakhstan citizens, qandas) who are not individual entrepreneurs (IEs) and do not employ employees. The STR for the self-employed applies to a limited list of activities approved by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The income limit for self-employed individuals applying the STR for a calendar month must not exceed 300 times the monthly calculation index (MCI) in effect as of January 1 of the relevant financial year (3,600 MCI per year).Self-employed individuals applying this STR independently pay mandatory pension contributions (CPC) and employer mandatory pension contributions (ECPC) on their income.The STR pension contribution rates for the self-employed are:CPC – 1% of income,ECPC – 1% of income.Self-employed individuals will apply this STR using a dedicated mobile app, based on their receipts and other information on income received from other sources. Income recording in areas without a public telecommunications network under the STR for self-employed individuals is maintained using a simple form developed independently by the individual, indicating the date, transaction type, amounts received for each transaction, and the total amount for each day and month.For self-employed individuals applying STR and operating through internet platforms and/or mobile apps for platform employment, the internet platform operator will withhold and transfer CPC and ECPC.  STR based on simplified declaration Individual entrepreneurs and legal entities resident in the Republic of Kazakhstan may use the STR based on a simplified tax return, with the exception of taxpayers specified in paragraph 2 of Article 723 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan (legal entities in which the shareholding of other legal entities exceeds 25 percent, non-profit organizations, participants in special economic and industrial zones, etc.).The following entities may use the STR based on a simplified tax return under certain conditions:- whose maximum income for the calendar year does not exceed 600,000 times the minimum calculation index (MCI) in effect as of January 1 of the relevant financial year;- those engaged in activities not included in the list established by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan for which the use of the STR based on a simplified tax return is prohibited.The standard contribution rates for STRs based on the simplified declaration are:CPC - 10% of income,ECPC - 3.5% of income in 2026, increasing annually to 5% in 2028.  STR for peasant or farm households Peasant farm enterprises (PFEs) may apply the STR for peasant farm enterprises (PFEs) if they own and/or use land plots in Kazakhstan (including secondary land use rights).The selected STR for a PFE is not subject to change during the calendar year, except in cases where the PFE's activities no longer meet the conditions for its application. The STR pension contribution rates for PFEs are:CPC - 10% of income,ECPC - 3.5% of income in 2026, with an annual increase to 5% in 2028. Payment of CPC, ECPC under the STR for the self-employed, STR based on a simplified declaration, and STR for PFEs is due no later than the 25th day of the month following the month in which income is received.             Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-mendykarin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1148924?lang=kk

ЗАСЕДАНИЕ АППАРАТА: РАССМОТРЕНЫ АКТУАЛЬНЫЕ ВОПРОСЫПод председательством акима города Шымкент Г. Сыздыкбекова состоялось аппаратное совещание. На совещании были рассмотрены ход отопительного сезона, ежедневные вопросы, планы внедрения цифровых данных и искусственного интеллекта в систему управления городом, а также вопросы формирования календаря туризма. Исполняющий обязанности руководителя управления энергетики и развития инфраструктуры Ерасыл Серик доложил, что с начала отопительного сезона зарегистрировано 91 аварийная ситуация. Все неисправности оперативно устранены, жалоб от жителей не поступало. Несмотря на временные ограничения на поставки газа в январе, работа 3-го энергоцентра и коммунальных служб продолжается в постоянном режиме. Ограничений по теплоснабжению населения нет. Кроме того, в этом году в городе планируется отремонтировать более 75 км тепловых сетей, реконструировать котельные и насосные станции, объекты теплоснабжения. Кроме того, продолжается работа по цифровизации ГКП» Энергоцентр-3", в том числе внедрение электронного документооборота и автоматизация производственных процессов. Руководитель управления цифровизации Мухит Кемелов сообщил, что в Шымкенте активно развивается цифровая экосистема, реализуются различные цифровые проекты. В городе реализуются крупные образовательные инициативы в рамках «Shymkent Hub«, а также планируется запуск лаборатории искусственного интеллекта» AI LAB " совместно с Freedom Telecom. Кроме того, в рамках перехода на единую платформу» QAZTECH " ведется учет информационных систем города, организована разъяснительная работа в государственных органах и квазигосударственном секторе. Также был проведен мониторинг проектов "Smart Shymkent". Среди успешно реализованных инициатив-пилотный проект по инфраструктуре дронов, система «CEREBRA AI» для диагностики инсульта и система автоматического вызова пациентов на основе искусственного интеллекта. Ряд проектов, признанных малоэффективными, был временно приостановлен. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent-energetika-kommunal/press/news/details/1148894?lang=kk

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Israel Gideon Sa’ar, who arrived in Astana on an official visit.During the meeting, the sides discussed the current state and prospects for the development of political dialogue, trade, economic and investment ties, cooperation in the field of tourism, as well as the exchange of experience in science, education and healthcare. Particular attention was paid to issues of technology transfer and the expansion of practical interaction between relevant government agencies and business communities of the two countries.As part of the visit, the 12th round of political consultations between the foreign ministries of the two countries was held, during which issues on the international and regional agenda were discussed, including initiatives aimed at promoting peaceful settlement and strengthening confidence in the Middle East. In this context, the sides exchanged views on Kazakhstan’s participation in the activities of the Gaza Board of Peace, as well as cooperation within the framework of the Abraham Accords.“Since the establishment of diplomatic relations in April 1992, we have built comprehensive cooperation based on mutual respect and trust and achieved significant progress in political, economic and cultural interaction. Your current visit to Astana is a confirmation of our shared interest in elevating our partnership to a new level,” Minister Kosherbayev emphasized during the meeting with his Israeli counterpart.The Head of Kazakhstan’s Foreign Ministry also highlighted the intensification of dialogue characteristic of the current stage of bilateral cooperation, noting the important role played by the leaders of the two states.Emphasizing the solid legal framework underpinning bilateral relations, Minister Kosherbayev noted the high potential for expanding trade, investment and technological cooperation, as well as Kazakhstan’s interest in implementing joint projects with high added value, including in such areas as agrotechnologies and food industry; healthcare, pharmaceuticals and medical technologies; infrastructure and logistics; energy efficiency and renewable energy sources. He also noted that Kazakhstan ranks among global leaders in digital technologies according to the UN Online Services Index and the World Bank GovTech Maturity Index, and invited Israeli companies to engage in active cooperation.In turn, the Israeli Foreign Minister confirmed readiness to expand cooperation across the full spectrum of areas of mutual interest, emphasizing the importance of strengthening bilateral economic and cultural-humanitarian ties.Following the 12th round of political consultations, Memoranda of Cooperation on diplomatic training and public diplomacy were signed, as well as a Memorandum of Intent to conclude an Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Government of the State of Israel on visa exemption for holders of national passports in order to promote tourism exchanges.As part of the visit, a business forum involving business circles of both countries was also organized, during which meetings were held in B2B and B2G formats. Prospects for the implementation of joint projects in priority areas such as high-tech agriculture, water resource management and digital technologies were discussed.Diplomatic relations between Kazakhstan and Israel were established on 10 April 1992. In August 1992, the Embassy of Israel was opened in Kazakhstan. In May 1996, the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan was opened in the State of Israel.Trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Israel for January–November 2025 amounted to 162.4 million US dollars (exports – 92.1 million US dollars, imports – 70.3 million US dollars).This is the first visit of G. Sa’ar to Astana, as well as the first official visit of an Israeli Foreign Minister to Kazakhstan in the past 16 years.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tel-aviv/press/news/details/1149364?lang=kk

21-24 January, London – Kazakhstan participated for the second consecutive year in one of the world’s largest international education technology exhibitions, the British Education Training and Technology Show (Bett Show), reaffirming its strategic commitment to the development of digital and innovative education.The national pavilion featured the participation of Sayasat Nurbek, Minister of Science and Higher Education of Kazakhstan, heads of leading Kazakh universities, and representatives of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the United Kingdom.While Kazakhstan’s primary objective at Bett Show 2025 focused on studying international best practices and building partnerships, the 2026 pavilion highlighted tangible outcomes of the digital transformation of universities and the technological advancement of the country’s higher and postgraduate education system, reflecting President Tokayev’s vision of transforming Kazakhstan’s society into a truly progressive and developed nation.The exhibition brought together nine Kazakhstan’s higher and postgraduate education institutions, which presented their academic programmes, research projects, and potential for joint educational and scientific initiatives with international partners.Each year, Bett Show attracts more than 30,000 education leaders, policymakers, educators, innovators, and investors from over 130 countries, serving as a key global platform for knowledge exchange, showcasing cutting-edge technologies, and shaping the future of education.Kazakhstan’s participation in Bett UK 2026 underscored the country’s strategic focus on advancing digital education and strengthening its position as an emerging academic hub. Over the past three and a half years, approximately 40 international partnership agreements have been signed, 33 branch campuses of foreign universities have been established in Kazakhstan, with seven more planned to open in 2026. The number of international students continues to grow and has now reached 35,000.These efforts reflect Kazakhstan’s gradual transformation into a regional academic hub, creating a strong platform for Central Asia and beyond, particularly in critical fields such as artificial intelligence, information technology, advanced manufacturing, and critical minerals.On the sidelines of the exhibition, Minister Sayasat Nurbek held a series of working meetings with senior representatives of leading global technology companies, including Lenovo, Intel, Microsoft, and Google, to discuss the implementation of digital solutions and artificial intelligence technologies in education.In addition, during Bett Show 2026, the Kazakhs delegation gave interviews to leading British and international specialised media outlets, including Pie News, University World News, and Times Higher Education.The business meetings held during the exhibition confirmed the strong interest of global technology leaders in cooperation with Kazakhstan and highlighted the country’s determination to actively integrate into the global education and technology ecosystem.As part of his visit, Minister Sayasat Nurbek travelled to Oxford, where he held substantive discussions with university representatives on the potential establishment of an “Oxford Hub” in Kazakhstan. In Coventry, the Minister discussed prospects for expanding Coventry University’s presence in Kazakhstan, including plans to open a second branch campus in Almaty.The visit also included a trip to Cambridge, where Minister Nurbek toured the AstraZeneca headquarters to gain insight into the work of the company’s research laboratories. Following the meeting, the Ministry of Science and Higher Education and AstraZeneca signed a Memorandum of Cooperation, creating new opportunities for Kazakhstani scholarship holders to undertake internships at AstraZeneca.As part of the visit programme, on 24 January, Minister Sayasat Nurbek met with Kazakh students studying at leading universities in the United Kingdom at University College London (UCL). During an open discussion, students raised questions related to youth support programmes, graduate employment, and the future development of the international Bolashak Scholarship Programme. The Minister highlighted that students studying abroad represent a vital component of the country’s intellectual potential.The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the United Kingdom will continue to support the strengthening of international cooperation in education and science, promote national priorities in digital technologies, and foster sustainable partnerships between Kazakhstan and the United Kingdom.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-london/press/news/details/1148902?lang=kk

The State Corporation “Government for Citizens” informs about the launch of a pilot project for providing the public service “State Registration of Rights (Encumbrances) to Real Estate” in an online format. The project is being implemented jointly with JSC “Kazakhstan Housing Company” as part of the reengineering of the process for providing rental housing with a right of purchase.The project provides for online submission of applications and the conclusion of electronic contracts for rental housing with a right of purchase through the portal of JSC “Kazakhstan Housing Company”. All documents required for the state registration of rights and encumbrances are sent to the system “Unified State Real Estate Cadastre”.Within the framework of the project, the process of оформing rental housing with a right of purchase is carried out sequentially: from submission of documents and registration of the lease, removal of encumbrances (after full payment of the redemption value), to registration of ownership rights in the name of an individual.The pilot project is aimed at automating and simplifying the provision of public services in the real estate sector. The project is intended for citizens registered on the waiting list for state housing, including socially vulnerable groups of the population, public sector employees, and workers of city-forming enterprises. Rental housing with a right of purchase is provided on the basis of agreements with local executive bodies, as well as state and non-state legal entities.Interaction between the registering authority and the parties to the transaction is carried out via real-time video conferencing.The pilot project, using modern digital technologies including blockchain, is aimed at simplifying the process of obtaining rental housing with a right of purchase, reducing service delivery times, lowering costs for citizens, and increasing the transparency and accessibility of the process.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1148837?lang=kk

Advertisement!Dear residents of Novo-Khairuzovsky rural district! On January 30, 2026, at 9 a.m., a meeting of the local community will be held in the Akimat building to discuss the implementation of the budget for 2025 and plans for 2026Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-katon-karagay-novohairuzovka/press/news/details/1148822?lang=kk

The State Revenue Committee informs about the extension of the pilot project "Salyq cashback" from January 1, 2026. The project is aimed at paying remuneration for fiscal checks of cash registers issued by micro and small businesses.  From January 26, 2026, the city of Aktobe (Aktobe region) will join the project.     In 2025, the Salyq cashback project showed positive results: the number of scanned checks increased by 26%, and their total amount increased by 32% compared to the previous year. The project was implemented in 48 districts of 12 regions: East Kazakhstan, Kostanay, Akmola, Karaganda, Mangistau, Zhambyl, Turkestan, Almaty, West Kazakhstan, North Kazakhstan, as well as in the regions of Zhetisu and Ұ Lytau.      For reference: in 2025, 573,937 checks were scanned for a total of 7.6 billion tenge. The amount of accrued cashback amounted to 152 million tenge.      Anyone can take part in the Salyq cashback project. To do this, when paying for goods and services (both cash and non-cash), you need to receive a fiscal check, scan the barcode from the check in a special mobile application "Amian" and receive a reward of 2% of the purchase amount.     Rewards are accrued through the operator IT Analytics LLP using the Amian mobile application.     The Amian app is available for free download on the App Store and Google Play.     The State Revenue Committee urges citizens to demand checks from cash registers to protect their consumer rights.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1148803?lang=kk

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New Delhi, 25 January 2026 - Kazakh film industry representatives participated in a prestigious international children’s film festival in Kolkata, India. The event was supported by the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in India and Assel Yrys, an international producer and specialist in promoting Kazakh films at international festivals.Two Kazakh animated films, “Seriktes” and “Aldar”, were presented to Indian audiences and received high praise during the festival. These works have previously been presented and received recognition at international film festivals in France, Turkiye, Argentina, the United Kingdom, and Italy.The films were produced by «Tasqyn Studio» and presented by Madina Sutbayeva, Director of the studio and producer, together with Aigerim Abdramanova, producer of the studio’s projects.The participation of Kazakh animated films at the Children’s Film Festival in India provided an opportunity to develop cultural exchange between the two countries and increase creative potential, to present national values ​​and modern vision at the international level.Kazakh animated films received positive reviews from festival organizers and international audiences, contributing to the popularity of the Kazakh children’s film industry in the cultural space.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-delhi/press/news/details/1148758?lang=kk

Within the framework of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the following key amendments related to electronic invoices shall enter into force as of 1 January 2026:Mandatory confirmation by the recipient of amended, additional, and cancelled electronic invoices (EI):       Amended, additional, and cancelled electronic invoices are subject to mandatory confirmation by the recipient - a VAT payer - in the Electronic Invoice Information System (EI IS). An amended or additional EI shall be deemed issued, and a cancelled EI shall be deemed cancelled, only upon confirmation by the recipient of such electronic invoices.       For recipients who are not VAT payers, automatic confirmation is provided upon expiration of the prescribed period in the absence of any response.Expansion of the range of entities obliged to issue electronic invoices, including:      VAT payers:      In accordance with the provisions of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, when acquiring works and services from a non-resident, if the place of supply is recognized as the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the taxpayer is obliged to issue an electronic invoice on behalf of the non-resident.      Non-VAT payers:      a taxpayer applying a special tax regime based on a simplified declaration;      a taxpayer - in respect of medical services, the sale of medicines, medical devices, components of medical devices, as well as technical assistive (compensatory) devices, in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan on social protection;    a law office - in respect of legal assistance rendered by an advocate who established a law office independently or jointly with other advocates, under contracts concluded by such law office.     At the same time, it is noted that the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan has abolished the requirement to issue an electronic invoice for a civil law transaction whose value exceeds 1,000 times the monthly calculation index (MCI).Biometric identification:     – upon registration of a participant in the EI IS;     – upon certification of an electronic invoice - in cases where a taxpayer risk is identified based on the risk management system in accordance with Article 93 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan.       The total number of biometric identifications is limited to three (3) successful confirmations, after which the taxpayer is granted the ability to further issue electronic invoices without undergoing biometric identification.Indication of a goods code in accordance with the National Catalogue in cases provided for by the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan «On Regulation of Trading Activities».Attribution of the VAT amount to offset:      Where the VAT amount is recognized as eligible for offset, a corresponding mark is made in the EI IS prior to the submission of the VAT declaration, indicating the tax period to which the date of receipt of goods, works, or services relates.Separate indication of remuneration amounts by commission agents and freight forwarders:        When issuing an invoice by a commission agent under a contract meeting the conditions of a commission agreement, as well as under a freight forwarding agreement, the remuneration amount shall be indicated as a separate line item in the invoice.In Section B «Supplier Details», Field 9 «Date of VAT Registration» has been added. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1150149?lang=kk

The Center for Forecasting Criminal Threats and Public Security Risks of the Committee on Legal Statistics and Special Accounting of the Prosecutor General's Office is warning about a new online fraud scheme.According to foreign sources (https://vz.ru/news/2026/1/4/1385164.html, https://www.ixbt.com/live/offtopic/mvd-predupredilo-o-vredonosnyh-zagruzkah-cherez-knizhnye-boty-v-telegram.html), scammers are distributing malicious files on Telegram under the guise of free e-books.The scam is extremely simple: You receive a message on Telegram about access to a large library of books without restrictions.After you request the desired edition, a bot, imitating a real service, creates a brief description of the book's plot, but instead of reading or downloading the book, it sends you a malicious file disguised as a "special application."Installing this file can have critical consequences: theft of passwords and money, access to messages and photos, remote control of the smartphone, and loss of personal data.It's important to remember that installing third-party apps from unofficial sources can have negative consequences.Cyber ​​hygiene and personal vigilance remain key measures to protect against such threats.Source: Center for Forecasting Crime Threats and Public Security Risks of the CommitteeSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-samar-palatcy/press/news/details/1148742?lang=kk

In Kokshetau, on the initiative of the Akmola regional branch of the public association "People's Party of Kazakhstan," a round table was held with the participation of employees of the Department of State Revenues in the Akmola region and other state bodies.During the event, acting Alibek Ashuov, Head of the Non-Production Payments Department, introduced the main changes in tax legislation in connection with the entry into force of the new Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan on January 1, 2026, changes in individual income and social tax, transport tax and other innovations. It was noted that reporting forms are being reduced and digital services are being introduced. This will allow the business to work more transparently and efficiently. Participants were able to directly ask questions and understand the new rules in detail.In addition, it was reported that on January 5, 2026, the People's Accountant campaign was launched, within the framework of which professional accountants and auditors, representatives of professional accounting associations and the most experienced employees of state revenue bodies conduct consultations at the State Revenue Department in Kokshetau. The promotion is held from January to February 3 times a week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) from 10:00 to 13:00. Since March 2026, consultations 2 times a week.Video consultations and telephone communication between district and city departments during reception hours are also provided.Competent answers were given to all the questions voiced.    Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1148642?lang=kk

On January 23, 2026, the first meeting of the Interdepartmental Commission on Technical Regulation and Metrology this year was held under the chairmanship of A.A. Shakkaliyev, Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan.During the meeting, the results of work for 2025 and key areas for further improvement of the technical regulation system in the Republic of Kazakhstan, taking into account integration processes within the Eurasian Economic Union, were reviewed.It was noted that technical regulation measures are a key tool for protecting the domestic market from unsafe and "gray" imports, as well as for creating equal and transparent conditions for domestic producers. In this regard, the Committee for Technical Regulation and Metrology, together with industry government agencies, is continuously working to adopt and update national technical regulations.For example, in 2025, national technical regulations for coal and high-voltage equipment were adopted, and a technical regulation for alcoholic beverages was put into effect.The updated technical regulations for coal and its processed products specify coal grades, detail conformity assessment procedures, and streamline requirements and indicators. For the first time, a technical regulation has been adopted on the safety of high-voltage equipment used in the generation, distribution, and transmission of electricity, including switchgear, transformers, electrical machines, and capacitors.The positive experience of implementing national technical regulations in the construction industry was particularly noted. The introduction of technical regulations for construction products, approved in 2023, ensured equalization of certification conditions between domestic and foreign manufacturers and eliminated discrimination against Kazakhstani companies.National standards (ST RK) adopted for the implementation of technical regulations serve as an effective tool for protecting state interests and expanding the country's export potential. For example, in the cement industry, the adoption of ST RK 3361-2022 has increased cement production to 14.4 million tons, and the production of granite curbs and paving slabs by 30%.Based on the accumulated positive experience, it is proposed to develop a similar development algorithm, creating a fully-fledged technical regulation ecosystem for national technical regulations for high-voltage equipment and coal.Overall, work on the adoption, implementation, and enforcement of technical regulations will continue on a systematic basis. Special attention was paid to standardization issues during the meeting. Over 4,000 current national standards are aimed at developing economic sectors. In 2025, 61 standards were approved as part of the National Standardization Plan, and 274 interstate standards were adopted as national standards. At the initiative of businesses, 23 ST RK were developed. These documents cover areas such as artificial intelligence, information security, smart energy systems, non-ferrous metallurgy, emergency safety, etc.Furthermore, the current status and pressing issues in agriculture and the agro-industrial complex were discussed at the meeting of the Interdepartmental Commission on Technical Regulation and Metrology.The results of the functional analysis of the implementation of state control and supervision over compliance with technical regulations at various stages of the product life cycle were also presented.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti-ktrm/press/news/details/1148660?lang=kk

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The Head of State noted that large-scale changes are underway in our country, and we are faced with the task of carrying out constitutional reform and stepping into a completely new political system. He also noted that in the new era, it is necessary to actively engage in work on the mass introduction of digitalization and artificial intelligence into all sectors. – Our society, our country as a whole, desperately needs the rule of law and strong order. Seeing the current very difficult situation in some foreign countries, we are all convinced of the correctness of this policy, there is no doubt about it. Law and order should be accepted as the main principle of our state policy, and I believe that this principle must be included in our new Constitution. Because this is undoubtedly a viable principle that will never lose its relevance. The role of the Prosecutor General's Office in this area is very important. An employee of the prosecutor's office has no right to be impartial and indifferent to violations of the law, - said the President. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev drew attention to the fact that the process of digitizing the law enforcement system is uneven, that is, it is being carried out differently in each place. – Each institution is developing its digital system independently. This is being done haphazardly. There is no unified system. For example, some agencies are working efficiently using digital methods. While others are spending huge amounts of money, unable to find the right approach. This, in other words, is a real embezzlement. Therefore, there is no need to waste money and create a new world. I instruct the government to analyze, test and improve the effectiveness of all existing digital solutions. A single digital ecosystem with a clear structure and uniform technological standards for law enforcement agencies should be created, - said the Head of State. The President said that it is necessary to protect citizens' personal data. – News about the publication of citizens' personal data in the information space often appears. In order to maximize the protection of personal data, this work must be carried out systematically, – said Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The Head of State touched upon the issue of combating cybercrime. – Cybercrime is on the rise in the world. Every year, thousands of our citizens become its victims. Currently, only one fifth of fraudulent crimes on the Internet are solved. This is a very low figure. It is necessary to fundamentally reconsider the methods of combating cybercrime. To cope with the digital threat, law enforcement agencies must be one step ahead. We need to think ahead and find ways not to be left behind, - said the President. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev called the mass digitalization of migration processes a very urgent issue. – We need to massively digitize migration processes. This is a very urgent issue. We have been discussing it for a long time, and rightly so, with few positive results. A difficult situation is currently developing in the world. It would not be wrong to say that large-scale migration is taking place around the world. For foreigners who want to settle, Kazakhstan is a convenient country for both moving to other countries and settling down. Improving the technical means for timely registration of foreign citizens arriving in the country and monitoring their behavior is a very important task. I instruct the Government, together with the National Security Committee, to accelerate this work, - said the Head of State. The President said that legal requirements must be taken into account when distributing information on social networks. – The rapid development of technology opens the way to a radical transformation of the information space. There are people who are eager to spread destructive information that divides society and turns citizens against each other. All this leads to unnecessary and even dangerous discussions that incite hatred. Such people turn artificial intelligence into an information weapon and begin to widely distribute content that contradicts the law. This cannot be allowed. Such actions must be legally assessed and held accountable. It is necessary to constantly educate citizens about the legal consequences of distributing destructive content, - said Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The Head of State emphasized that disorder and lawlessness cannot be tolerated. – At the National Congress, I expressed my opinion on the concept of patriotism. Patriotism is not just a slogan, patriotism is a sacred feeling, it has nothing to do with hypernationalism. In Kazakhstan, we should approach the concept of patriotism from the perspective of responsibility and creativity, that is, a patriotic citizen should, first of all, be a responsible and creative citizen. Love for the homeland is not about scoring political points or making a career, it is about doing good for your homeland, bringing benefits to your country, – said the President. Also speaking at the meeting were Prosecutor General Berik Asylov, Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development Zhaslan Madiev, Assistant to the President Kuanyshbek Yesekeyev, and Minister of Internal Affairs Yerzhan Sadenov.

Integrity, transparency, and accountability are not just words—they are the foundation of public trust. In Kazakhstan, the fight against corruption has evolved from simple detection to deep prevention and strict enforcement.📚 The Legal FrameworkEvery official’s actions are governed by a clear legal structure. We rely on:The Constitution of the RK (Rule of Law).Laws "On Combatting Corruption" and "On Public Service."The Criminal and Administrative Codes, which strictly define the penalties for misconduct.🛡 Levels of Responsibility: From Ethics to the LawKazakhstan has implemented a multi-layered control system:Disciplinary Liability: Applies to violations of ethical norms and anti-corruption restrictions. Even a "minor" slip-up can lead to dismissal on negative grounds, permanently closing the door to future public service.Administrative Liability: Triggered by illegal gifts, services, or errors in tax declarations.Note: Accepting a gift valued over 2 MCI (Monthly Calculation Index) leads to a heavy fine and immediate removal from office.Criminal Liability (The Severest Measure):Fines: From 30 to 80 times the amount of the bribe.Prison Sentences: 5 to 15 years for serious corruption crimes.Lifetime Ban: Anyone convicted of corruption is permanently barred from holding positions in the public sector.🚫 The "Zero Tolerance" PrincipleModern policy in Kazakhstan leaves no room for "forced corruption." Accountability applies to everyone involved: the taker, the giver, and the mediator. Using a public position for personal gain is a direct hit to the nation's reputation.🤝 Prevention & Leading by ExampleAn anti-corruption culture starts with the individual. Adhering to ethical standards, disclosing conflicts of interest, and ensuring transparent decision-making are the best defenses against misconduct.Corruption is a dead end. Our shared mission is to ensure fair and effective service for the benefit of the people. Clean hands and an honest heart are the gold standards for the modern Kazakh civil servant. 🇰🇿 #AntiCorRK #LawAndOrder #CivilServiceKZ #Kazakhstan2026 #ZeroTolerance #PublicEthics Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1148543?lang=kk

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Ohrid, January 20, 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan Satybaldy Burshakov attended the annual reception for the diplomatic corps hosted in the city of Ohrid on behalf of the President of North Macedonia Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova.The traditional event was attended by representatives of the Presidential Administration, the Government, the Parliament, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, business, media, civil society, as well as foreign ambassadors and heads of missions of international organizations.In her speech, President G.Siljanovska-Davkova emphasized the key role of diplomacy as an instrument of peace, dialogue and trust-building. The Head of State expressed deep gratitude to foreign diplomats for their partnership in addressing complex international challenges, noting their commitment to negotiations and the pursuit of mutual understanding.Special attention in the address was paid to the country’s European perspective: the President stated that North Macedonia’s national identity is its strength and a valuable contribution to the diversity of the European Union. In conclusion, she wished the entire diplomatic community a fruitful year dedicated to strengthening a peaceful future.During informal conversations at the reception, President of North Macedonia G.Siljanovska-Davkova warmly recalled her visit to Kazakhstan in 2025, stressing that the visits that took place in May last year were an important milestone in the development of bilateral relations. Addressing Ambassador of Kazakhstan Satybaldy Burshakov, she highlighted her vivid impressions from the trip and expressed interest in the current progress of implementing the agreements reached as a result of the visit.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-skopje/press/news/details/1148336?lang=kk

Unified Accumulative Pension Fund JSC (hereinafter referred to as UAPF, the Fund) informs that it received on December 30, 2025, a notification from the investment portfolio manager of Halyk Global Markets JSC (a subsidiary of JSC Halyk Bank of Kazakhstan) (hereinafter referred to as IPM) on the planned termination of the Agreement on trust management of pension assets concluded between UAPF and IPM No. 17/6/18-02-21/P dated February 18, 2021 (hereinafter referred to as the Agreement), at the initiative of IPM.The notice was sent in accordance with legal requirements, according to which the Agreement may be terminated at the initiative of IPM after at least one full calendar year from the date of its conclusion. A full calendar year in this case means the period from January 1 to December 31, 2026, inclusive.[1].In the event of termination of the Agreement on its own initiative, the IPM shall notify the authorized body, the UAPF, and the custodian responsible for the accounting and custody of pension assets of the termination of the Agreement no later than one calendar year prior to the planned termination date and shall simultaneously post a corresponding announcement on its corporate website. In the presence of such notification, the UAPF will not accept new applications from contributors to transfer pension assets to the IPM's management.[2].IPM returns the pension assets held under trust management in full, in the form of cash, to the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (hereinafter referred to as the NBRK). IPM will fully reimburse any negative difference, if any, between the nominal return on pension assets received by IPM and the minimum value of pension assets that existed as of January 1 of the year following the full calendar year in which IPM managed the pension assets, i.e., in this case, as of January 1, 2027.[3].Within 5 working days after the date of reimbursement of the negative difference, if any, the individual entrepreneur returns the pension assets to the UAPF custodial account in the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan on the basis of the pension assets acceptance certificate.[4].Thus, the current procedure guarantees the safety of contributors' pension savings, ensures their return to the management of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and eliminates any financial risks for pension system participants. All pension savings previously transferred to the IPM continue to be managed by Halyk Global Markets JSC under the current terms until they are transferred to the management of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The IPM is obligated to fully fulfill its obligations under the Agreement until its termination, including compliance with the approved investment strategy, asset safety, and reporting requirements.At the same time, we inform you that contributors have the right (no earlier than one year from the date of transfer of pension savings to the trust management of the IPM) to transfer pension savings to the trust management of the NBRK or another IPM, the criterion for the formation of the investment portfolio of which corresponds to the age of the contributor. [1] Clause 7-3 of the Rules for the Implementation of Investment Portfolio Management Activities, approved by Resolution No. 10 of the Board of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated February 3, 2014[2] Clause 58 of the Rules for the Implementation of Investment Portfolio Management Activities, approved by Resolution No. 10 of the Board of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated February 3, 2014[3] Clause 59 of the Rules for the Implementation of Investment Portfolio Management Activities, approved by Resolution No. 10 of the Board of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated February 3, 2014[4] Clause 60 of the Rules for the Implementation of Investment Portfolio Management Activities, approved by Resolution No. 10 of the Board of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated February 3, 2014Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimat-beyneu/press/news/details/1156880?lang=kk