On March 18, 2026, a meeting was held between the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Uzbekistan, Beibut Atamkulov, and the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Bobur Usmanov.During the meeting, the parties discussed preparations for the upcoming official visit of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Yerzhan Kosherbayev, to the Republic of Uzbekistan, as well as for the Regional Environmental Summit to be held in Astana, and other topical issues of Kazakhstan-Uzbekistan cooperation.The sides emphasized the importance of the Regional Environmental Summit for strengthening regional cooperation in addressing environmental and climate change issues, noting its significance in shaping a unified regional agenda and implementing concrete projects.Special attention was paid to the initiative of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, to establish an International Water Organization under the auspices of the United Nations.Ambassador Atamkulov provided the Uzbek side with detailed information on the advantages of the proposed organization in enhancing interstate coordination in the field of water resources.At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties expressed their mutual readiness to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in the spirit of alliance and strategic partnership.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tashkent/press/news/details/1185439?lang=kk

Antwerp and Almaty, March 13, 2026 – Belgian company Ahlers Logistics signed a strategic cooperation agreement in Almaty, Kazakhstan, with Kazakhstan company Azurite Group, aimed at strengthening their joint business activities across Europe, Central Asia, and the Caucasus. The document was signed with the assistance of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Kingdom of Belgium.The partnership reflects both companies’ commitment to expanding their presence along the Middle Corridor and delivering high-quality logistics solutions across this rapidly developing trade route. The agreement was signed by Mr. Johan Vanderplaetse, Chairman of the Board (Ahlers Logistics), and Mr. Daniyal Sarsembenov, CEO (Azurite Group).The cooperation is designed to leverage the strong synergies between the two organizations, unlock new market opportunities, and support mutual growth across these regions. By combining their expertise, regional networks, and operational capabilities, Ahlers Logistics and Azurite Group aim to enhance their service offerings and provide more flexibility to customers operating across Eurasian supply chains. Through this collaboration, the companies will further strengthen their capabilities along the Middle Corridor, an increasingly important transport and trade route connecting Europe with Central Asia and the Caucasus.Dave van den Bos, CEO of Ahlers Logistics, commented:«By joining forces with Azurite Group, we are combining strong regional expertise and global best practices with a shared ambition to grow in this market. This cooperation enables us to further strengthen our presence along the Middle Corridor and create long-term value for our customers and partners in the region».Daniyal Sarsembenov, CEO of Azurite Group, stated:«At Azurite, we take pride in our strong local presence across the Middle Corridor, which allows us to manage logistics with reliability and precision. We are pleased to partner with Ahlers Logistics, a trusted partner in the European market. Together, we aim to make supply chains along the corridor more efficient and better coordinated for our clients».Both companies view the agreement as an important step toward building a stronger logistics ecosystem across Eurasia, while supporting the increasing demand for reliable and diversified transport routes.Background: Founded in 1909 and headquartered in the port of Antwerp, Belgium, Ahlers is an international logistics company specializing in secured transport, project cargo, warehousing, on-site logistics, trade facilitation, and complex supply chain solutions. With operations in over 15 countries, including Belgium, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, China, Vietnam, the USA and others, Ahlers supports customers worldwide with tailored, reliable, and sustainable logistics services.Azurite Group, founded in Almaty, Kazakhstan, ten years ago, operates across Europe, Central Asia, the Caspian region, Türkiye and China along the Middle Corridor. The company is one of the leading transportation and logistics operators along the route. Built on regional insight and global ambition, Azurite has developed a network of 12 offices across 8 countries and continues to expand its presence while strengthening local expertise and strategic foresight.Photo copyright ©️ Johan Vanderplaetse Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brussels/press/news/details/1185393?lang=kk

Addis Ababa, March 19, 2026 – The Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Ethiopia, Zh.Adilbayev, held a meeting with the leadership of Hadid Trading, one of Ethiopia's leading companies exporting coffee to global markets.During the conversation, the parties exchanged views on the prospects for developing coffee exports to Kazakhstan.The Kazakh diplomat drew the interlocutors' attention to the fact that the coffee business industry has been actively developing in Kazakhstan in recent years. In this regard, there is a growing need for new suppliers of high-quality coffee, including from Ethiopia.Furthermore, the Ambassador emphasized that Kazakhstan could become not only a consumer of coffee but also a hub for exporting Ethiopian coffee to neighboring Central Asian countries, as well as to Russia and Western China.The Kazakh diplomat noted that all the prerequisites for the development of trade and economic cooperation between Kazakhstan and Ethiopia are in place. Foremost among these are the stable political situation in the country and peaceful, good-neighborly relations with all adjacent nations. Moreover, he noted that Kazakhstan is undergoing a new stage of internal political transformation and economic development, with a primary focus on digital transformation and the implementation of artificial intelligence technologies across all spheres of activity for the citizens of Kazakhstan.In the course of the negotiations, the Deputy General Director of the company, A.Khalifa, briefed the Ambassador on the company's activities and expressed interest in developing coffee exports to Kazakhstan.Following the meeting, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan was briefed on the company's products and the infrastructure of its laboratory expertise for selecting high-quality coffee for export to international markets.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-addis-ababa/press/news/details/1185314?lang=kk

A production council meeting of Karaganda Komir LLP was held with the participation of representatives of the “Qorgau” trade union.As a guest, I.D. Sartbayev, Head of the Occupational Safety and Health Control Department of the Karaganda Region Department of the State Labor Inspection Committee of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Kazakhstan, attended the meeting.During the meeting, trade union representatives discussed employee support issues, including supply, provision of dairy products, and personal hygiene items.The meeting became an important platform for constructive dialogue between the employer and the trade union, aimed at improving working conditions and enhancing the social protection of employees.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda-enbek/press/news/details/1185326?lang=kk

The following entities are classified as Value Added payers:1) entities and individuals officially registered for value added tax within the Republic of Kazakhstan’s taxpayer database;2) persons importing goods into the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan, governed by the customs legislation of the EEU and (or) the national legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.As of January 1, 2026, VAT registration is categorized into following forms:1) voluntary registration of any taxpayer (provided they are not specifically exempt from VAT registration under the law).2) mandatory registration of any taxpayer Required for taxpayers (including trustees) whose turnover exceeds the established maximum threshold during a single calendar year.3) conditional registration of any taxpayer (designated for foreign companies )A tax payer is removed from the registration accounting as the taxpayer when:1.transition from a generally established taxation procedure to a special tax regime;2.termination of the activity or liquidation of the taxpayer.Removal from the register due to non-achievement of the threshold is not provided.Registration of a tax payer is not subject to:1) the state body;2) the structural subdivision of the resident legal entity;3) a person engaged in private practice;4) the taxpayer applying the STR;5) an individual.The maximum turnover threshold is established at 10,000 MCI (equivalent to 43,250,000 tenge).When this turnover limit is exceeded, an application for mandatory registration must be submitted, and no later than 5 working days from the exceeding date.In instances where a transaction is expected to exceed the maximum turnover threshold, the taxpayer is required to submit a tax statement before the transaction is finalized.Any turnover that exceeds the threshold and occurs before the official VAT registration date is recognized as taxable turnover and subject to grounds for a lawsuit for the period of non-registration.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1185330?lang=kk

A joint meeting of the Coordination Council for Entrepreneurship and the Council for Economics, Entrepreneurship and the Agricultural Sector was held in the conference hall of the Akmola regional branch of the AMANAT party. The event brought together representatives of business, government agencies and experts to discuss key issues of economic development and the agricultural sector of the region. During the meeting, the following topics were considered:development of innovative technologies in the agricultural sector. The participants discussed modern approaches to the introduction of digital and technological solutions in agriculture, as well as the possibility of increasing production efficiency. Particular attention was paid to the redistribution of returned agricultural land and the seizure of unused land in the Akmola region as part of the implementation of paragraph 51 of the Roadmap.Functioning of the digital infrastructure of tax authorities. Experts and entrepreneurs discussed the technical aspects of tax systems and their impact on business processes. The need to increase the stability of digital infrastructure to create a favorable environment for entrepreneurship was emphasized.Clean sheet mechanism. The conditions for the application of this mechanism and its impact on entrepreneurs were discussed, including the possibility of reducing the tax burden and simplifying procedures for new and existing enterprises.As the chairman of the regional branch of the AMANAT party Bergen Bespalinov noted, the key factor in the sustainable development of the region's economy is the effective interaction of the state and business.Following the meeting, proposals were developed aimed at further developing entrepreneurship, increasing the efficiency of the agricultural sector and improving digital services.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1185347?lang=kk

Gabidulla Ospankulov, Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, met with Levan Diasamidze, Ambassador of Georgia.During the talks, prospects for developing bilateral cooperation in the fields of agriculture, logistics, and tourism were discussed.The parties discussed opportunities for further development of trade, economic, and investment relations, particularly issues related to expanding cooperation through mutual participation.Participants paid special attention to discussing projects on the logistics infrastructure of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (Middle Corridor), as well as agro-industrial cooperation projects.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1185376?lang=kk

Dear taxpayers,On March 19, 2026, at 17:00, a live broadcast on the topic "Administration of large taxpayers" will be held on the Department's Instagram page @pavlodar_mkd.The speaker will be the head of the Department of large taxpayers, Zhumatayev Sayat Asgatollaevich.The moderator is Tolegen Bilyalovich Shaimardanov, Head of the Department of Explanatory Work and the Contact Center.In order not to miss the broadcast, subscribe to the Instagram of the Department of State Revenue for the Pavlodar region – pavlodar_mkd.Department of Explanatory Work and Contact CenterState Duma of the Pavlodar region Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1185263?lang=kk

The key topics of the meeting included reducing workplace injuries, strengthening occupational safety and labor protection, preventing occupational diseases, as well as implementing regional and city agreements for 2024–2026. Representatives of government bodies, employers, and trade unions discussed current issues and put forward proposals to enhance joint efforts.Special attention was given to changes under the new Constitution, which strengthens workers’ rights, expands protection mechanisms, and establishes additional guarantees in the context of digitalization.It was noted that in 2025 — declared the Year of Working Professions — significant work was carried out to improve working conditions, promote employee health, and advance the principles of decent work.Following the meeting, the parties confirmed their commitment to further strengthening social partnership and implementing joint initiatives aimed at improving labor safety and quality of life in the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda-enbek/press/news/details/1185274?lang=kk

The agenda included discussions on the measures being taken to prevent national extremism and the interim results of implementing the Roadmaps for the prevention of extremism and terrorism among minors and in the physical culture and sports sector for 2024 – 2026.Reports on the conducted activities were heard from the heads of state bodies and departments of the regional akimat.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1185300?lang=kk

Current issues of labor relations regulation were discussed with the participation of representatives of government bodies and trade union organizations.The event was attended by Sayagul Yerkebekova, Head of the Labor Relations Control Department of the Karaganda Region Department of the State Labor Inspection Committee of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as representatives of the отраслевой trade union of education and science workers, the regional branch of the “SENIM” healthcare workers’ trade union, and the Legal Clinic of the Federation of Trade Unions of Kazakhstan.During the meeting, participants considered the importance of social partnership in the labor sphere and the role of collective agreements in regulating labor relations.In her speech, Sayagul Yerkebekova emphasized that effective interaction between employers, employees, and the state is a key factor in ensuring stability in the labor sector. It was also noted that collective agreements remain one of the main instruments for protecting workers’ rights and ensuring social guarantees.Trade union representatives Maral Kashenova and Eleonora Omarbekova shared practical experience, highlighting the importance of monitoring the implementation of collective agreements, protecting workers’ rights, and the role of trade unions in resolving labor disputes.Following the meeting, participants emphasized the need to further strengthen social partnership and improve the effectiveness of mechanisms for protecting labor rights.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda-enbek/press/news/details/1185304?lang=kk

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The deadline for submitting the TNF and paying indirect taxes expires on March 20.No later than March 20, 2026, it is necessary:- submit the following tax reporting forms:f. 328.00 - Statement on the import of goods and payment of indirect taxes for February 2026;f. 851.00 - Calculation of the amounts of current payments for the use of land plots - under contracts concluded from February 21 to February 28, 2026;f. 870.00 - Declaration of payment for negative environmental impact for 2026 - for payments up to 100 MCI upon receipt of a permit no later than March 20, 2026;- pay for February 2026:VAT in the EAEU;excise tax, including on the import of goods from the EAEU;payment for negative environmental impact on payments of up to 100 MCI for 2026.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kostanay/press/news/details/1185201?lang=kk

Do I need to hand over F. 200.00 when activity is suspended?In short: yes, but not always According to the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan:You have the right— suspend reportingand resume it ahead of scheduleWhat is important to know:Before suspension, you must:— submit an application to the taxservice — submit all reports from the beginning of the period to the date of suspensionIf there were employees:You MUST submit:— F. 200.00— + appendix 200.05for the period prior to the suspension dateIf there are no employees and payments:F. 200.00 is NOT required (for the period after suspension)Conclusion:The main thing is to correctly "close" the period BEFORE suspension.Next, the delivery depends on the availability of employees.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kostanay/press/news/details/1185211?lang=kk

Forced business closure: who will be liquidated in 2026?If the company is "sleeping", it may be closed without your participation.The tax service may forcibly terminate your activities if you are on the inactive list and at the same time:— do not submit reports— there is no movement on accounts— there is no export/import— you are not registered for VAT— not affiliated with other companies (founder/director)— not officially suspended reporting— no property (taxes on property/land/transport)— no social security debts— no tax arrears above 6 MCIImportant:The liquidation list is formed before July 1 of each year.After the court decision:the company is simply removed from the tax registerConclusion:If you don't run a business, it's better to close it voluntarily.Otherwise, the tax service will do it for you.Save it so you don't forgetSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kostanay/press/news/details/1185220?lang=kk

Nairobi, 18 March 2026 – The Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Kenya, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the UN Office in Nairobi Barlybay Sadykov held a meeting with the leadership of the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs of Kenya, including the Director-General of Political Affairs Josphat Maikara, Chief of Protocol of the Office of the President and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kenya Severin Luyali, as well as staff from the Departments of Europe and the Commonwealth, Economic Affairs and Commercial Diplomacy, Legal Affairs, and Multilateral Cooperation.During the meeting, the Kazakhstani diplomat informed the Kenyan side of constitutional changes in the context of the national referendum held on March 15, 2026, which resulted in the adoption of a new constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan. This constitution provides for the further modernization of Kazakhstan's political system and the formation of a more effective and balanced model of public administration, contributing to the strengthening of socio-political stability and ensuring sustainable socio-economic development.In addition, current issues on the bilateral agenda, plans for developing cooperation in the political, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres, upcoming bilateral visits at the highest and high levels, and the formation of a bilateral legal framework were discussed.The parties exchanged views on current issues on the international agenda, reaffirming their commitment to close cooperation within multilateral structures and mutual exchanges.An agreement was reached to strengthen cooperation across the entire spectrum of bilateral interaction, including in the areas of trade and investment development, transit and transport routes, including the use of Kenyan ports, information and financial technologies, space, mining, medicine, sports, agriculture, tourism, and scientific and cultural exchanges.Kenya's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora Affairs Director-General J. Maikara, noting the warm relations between Kazakhstan and Kenya, praised Kazakhstan's progressive development and emphasized Nairobi's deep interest in expanding and further developing bilateral cooperation with Astana.Furthermore, J. Maikara congratulated with the successful conduct of the referendum on the draft of the new Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan and noted that the large-scale reforms carried out under the leadership of the country's President K.Tokayev enjoy the trust of the people.Following the meeting, the parties agreed to continue interaction on issues of mutual interest and agreed on further joint measures to expand cooperation, including within the framework of four expert groups established by Kazakhstan and Kenya in the areas of trade and investment, transport, information technology, and tourism. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-nairobi/press/news/details/1185119?lang=kk

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  The Regional Communications Service held a briefing "Tax on vehicles of individuals."During the briefing, Nazgul Ayupova, Head of the Department of State Revenues in Akmola Region, saidPayers of vehicle tax are individuals who have objects of taxation on the right of ownership.The Tax Code defines persons who are not payers of vehicle tax:veterans of the Great Patriotic War, veterans equated in benefits to veterans of the Great Patriotic War, and veterans of military operations on the territory of other states, persons awarded orders and medals of the former USSR for selfless work and impeccable military service in the rear during the Great Patriotic War, as well as persons who worked (who served) for at least six months from June 22, 1941 to May 9, 1945 and were not awarded orders and medals of the former USSR for selfless work and impeccable military service in the rear during the Great Patriotic War, heroes of the Soviet Union and heroes of Socialist Labor, persons awarded titles "Khaly қ қ aқarmany," "Қ kazakhstanny ң Enbek Epi," awarded the Order of Glory of three degrees and the Order of Otan, mothers with many children, awarded the title "Mother Heroine" or awarded the suspension "Altyn Alka" or "Kumis alғa" - one vehicle each subject to taxation;persons with disabilities on owned motorcycles and cars - one vehicle each subject to taxation. If the above categories own a passenger car with an engine capacity of more than 4,000 cubic centimeters, in respect of which registration actions have been carried out in the authorized state body related to the change of the owner of the vehicle after December 31, 2013), the tax is calculated in accordance with the generally established procedure. It should also be noted here that if several vehicles are owned by these persons, these provisions apply to only one of the vehicles with the highest amount of tax calculated. Also, the head and (or) members of a peasant or farm applying a special tax regime for peasant or farm farms are not payers of vehicle tax - for cars and trucks used in activities covered by such a special tax regime, within the requirements established by the Tax Code.It should also be noted that in 2026, a norm was introduced to exempt from calculating the tax of peasant (farmer) farms for one passenger motor vehicle with a platform for goods and a driver's cab, separated from the cargo compartment by a rigid stationary partition (pickup cars) for one peasant or farm.And also the norm for all categories of owners, when when calculating the tax on passenger cars depending on the service life of the vehicle based on the year of production, correction factors are applied:over 10 to 20 years of operation inclusive - 0.7;over 20 years of operation - 0.5.The calculation of the tax, taking into account the changes, will be made already in 2027 according to the due date of the 01.04.2027 year. For the period 2025, the calculation is carried out in accordance with the norms of the Tax Code, which was in force until 01.01.2026, so during this period 171 thousand individuals worth more than 4 billion tenge must fulfill the obligation on vehicle tax.Over the past period of 2026, the budget received 159.8 million tenge in vehicle tax.Dear owners of vehicles, we remind you that the deadline for payment of vehicle tax comes no later than April 1, 2026.In case of failure to fulfill obligations within the established time frame, state revenue authorities will take measures in accordance with the Tax Code.The amount of tax can be found in the upcoming payments tab in the Azamat app, in addition, the state revenue authorities are working on sending push notifications through the Halyk apps and the bank's Caspian.Also in the application e salyk Azamat, indicating the IIN, you can find out the amount of debt and in which CDA it is necessary to pay taxes.We also inform you that in order to support entrepreneurs and improve the quality of accounting and tax accounting, the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan is holding an action "People's Accountant."        The promotion is held from January 5, 2026 and will last until June 30, 2026.        "People's Accountant" is a free advisory assistance for individual entrepreneurs and small businesses.        Entrepreneurs will be able to get clear and practical explanations on accounting, tax reporting and work in information systems.     Work schedule from March 2026 consultations 2 times a week (Tuesday, Thursday).         Within the framework of the action, consultations are held by professional accountants and auditors, representatives of professional accounting associations and, to clarify the norms of the legislation, the most experienced employees of state revenue bodies.  In Akmola region, the action is held at the State Revenue Department in Kokshetau at Kokshetau pr. Nazarbayeva 21A.Video consultations and telephone communication between district and city departments during reception hours are also provided.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1185039?lang=kk

The Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports that starting this week, interviews with candidates who have expressed a desire to participate in filling staff positions in the Eurasian Economic Commission will be conducted via video conference.The time and date of the interview will be communicated to the candidates separately.During the interview, the professional level of the candidates and their compliance with the criteria specified in paragraph 10 of the "Rules for the Qualification Selection of Candidates for Filling Vacant Staff Positions of the Eurasian Economic Commission", approved by Order No. 280-NQ of the Deputy Prime Minister-Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated July 4, 2022, will be assessed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1185029?lang=kk

On March 17 of this year, the Department of Control and Documentation Support of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as part of the implementation of the 2026 Action Plan for the implementation of the Concept for the Development of Language Policy in the Republic of Kazakhstan for 2023–2029, held a seminar on the topic "Features of Preparing Documents in the State Language."Newly hired civil servants of the Ministry participated in this seminar. Furthermore, employees of territorial subdivisions participated online.During the seminar, participants were briefed on issues related to expanding the scope of use of the state language, as well as the principles of correct and proper formatting of official documents in the state language. Frequently occurring errors in document preparation were also reviewed, with specific examples provided on how to prevent them.As part of the event, methodological assistance and practical recommendations were provided to the participants. Participants had the opportunity to ask questions of interest and received appropriate answers.This seminar aims to enhance the status of the state language, expand its application in office work, and improve the language competence of employees.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1185037?lang=kk