Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/1073052?lang=kk

Department of State Revenue in the Eskelda district held an “Open Day” aimed at informing citizens and entrepreneurs about the upcoming changes in tax legislation.The main purpose of the event was to familiarize the participants with the key provisions of the new Tax Code, which will come into force in 2026.The Open Day was part of an information campaign designed to help taxpayers prepare in advance for the upcoming tax reform.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1073055?lang=kk

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        As part of the Republican project "Archive and the Future Generation", an open Day was held at the Rudny City State Archive on 09.19.2025. The archivists told their guests, students of  Rudny city schools № 13, 17, 18 and 21, about the goals and objectives of the archival service, how documents of personal origin are collected and accepted for state storage. The thematic exhibition "Journey into the Past", prepared based on permanent storage documents and documents of personal origin, was presented for review. We conducted a tour of the archive - we told and showed how archival documents are stored. The purpose of the event is to attract the younger generation to study the history of Kazakhstan and their hometown, as well as to promote archival documents and enhance the image of the archival service. A total of 53 people attended the event. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-rudnyi-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1073092?lang=kk

September 22, 2025 in the State Revenue Department of Alakol district held an Open Day on topical issues of taxpayers to prevent corruption by interviewing taxpayers and explaining the new Tax Code.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1073107?lang=kk

Venue: East Kazakhstan Region, Ust-Kamenogorsk city, Table Tennis Center, 82/8 Satpayev AvenueDate: September 26, 2025 As part of the International Investment Forum "Altai Invest–2025," participants will have the opportunity to discuss mechanisms for implementing investment initiatives, as well as prospects for creating joint business ideas in the territory of East Kazakhstan.The forum program includes B2B meetings on current issues, an exhibition of investment projects in the fields of industry, agriculture, energy, and tourism, a plenary session, panel discussions, as well as the signing of memorandums and agreements.Forum Objective:The purpose of the forum is to comprehensively present the investment and export potential of the East Kazakhstan Region, discuss mechanisms for implementing joint projects, identify new growth points in key economic sectors, and promote the region as a reliable and attractive partner on the international stage.Forum Tasks:Create favorable conditions for establishing mutually beneficial economic relations and strengthening friendly partnership ties through the implementation of joint initiatives and the development of institutional dialogue.Expand international, interregional, and cross-border investment cooperation, stimulate the growth of direct investments, and develop mutual tourism exchange.Strengthen trade and economic ties, as well as create a favorable environment for developing transport and logistics partnerships, including increasing transit transportation volumes and integration into regional transport corridors.The forum will be attended by Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassadors of the People’s Republic of China, the Republic of Turkey, the Republic of Uzbekistan, the Republic of Armenia; the General Consul of the Russian Federation; representatives of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation; representatives of the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan; regions of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region of the People’s Republic of China; regions of Mongolia, foreign and Kazakhstan companies; bloggers from the United States of America, Federal Republic of Germany, the People’s Republic of China, financial institutions, quasi-governmental organizations, and others.PROGRAMInternational Investment Forum«Altai Invest–2025»September 26, 2025, Ust-KamenogorskTable Tennis Center, 82/8 Satpayev AvenueSeptember 26, 2025 08.00-09.00Registration / Enterprise Exhibition – 1st Floor09.00-09.45Official Opening Ceremony – 3rd Floor09:45 – 11:00Plenary Session – 3rd FloorTopic: «Development Strategy of the East Kazakhstan Region until 2030». Topic: Key Directions of the East Kazakhstan Region Development Strategy until 2029. Topic: «Industry – the Foundation of East Kazakhstan's Economy». Topic: «East Kazakhstan on the Map of the 500 Largest Companies of the Republic of Kazakhstan». Topic: Investment Advantages and Prospects of East Kazakhstan11:00 – 11:15Coffee Break11:15 – 12:30Panel Discussion №1. East Kazakhstan Business Council. 3rd FloorTopic: «A Local Business Leaders' Perspective on the Development of East Kazakhstan» Discussion Participants:Andrey Pavlovich Lazarev – Managing Director, LLP «Kazzinc»Representative of the «AITAS» CompanySeilzhan Zhirenovich Sailaubayev – General Director, LLP «Vostok-Moloko»Anna Ervinovna Aberle – Head of LLP «Emil»Mukhtar Serikovich Toibazarov – Director and Founder of LLP «Five Stars»Representative of EBRD/ IFC / Eurobak14.00 – 14.10Award Ceremony by the Akim of East Kazakhstan Region for the «Best Investment Project of East Kazakhstan 2023–2024»14.10-14.25Signing Ceremony of Cooperation Agreements – 3rd Floor14:30 – 15:15Panel Session № 2. 3rd Floor.Topic: «East Kazakhstan — Territory of Sustainable Growth» Topic: Regional Features and Advantages of East Kazakhstan Topic: Perspective Investment Projects of the Region Topic: Investment Opportunities in the Fat and Oil industry Topic: Preferences for Companies with Foreign Participation15:15 – 15:30Coffee Break.15:30 – 16:45 Panel Session № 3. 3rd Floor.Topic: Practical Issues of the Region’s Future Growth Panel Participants:CRC, Local Business, University/Expert, JSC «SEC «Ertis», PPP Center Tools and Methods of Attracting Investments. Public and Private Investments: Ratio, Priorities, and Importance. Labor Resources of East Kazakhstan: Opportunities and Risks. Small Business: Significance and Role in Regional Development.15:30 – 16:45Panel Session № 4. 3rd FloorTopic: Sectoral Priorities of East Kazakhstan Topic: Prospects for Deep Oil Processing Topic: Gastro Tours and Elite Tourism. Opportunities in Ski Tourism Topic: Water and Forest Resources of East Kazakhstan as Growth Opportunities Topic: Expectations and Opportunities Through the Eyes of a Foreign Guest15:30 – 16:45B2B Meetings. 3rd Floor.17:00 – 17:15Closing Remarks. Forum Summary. PROGRAM International Investment Forum «Altai Invest–2025»Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-bilim/press/news/details/1073108?lang=kk

Protection zone of power lines – land plots, water and airspace allocated in order to ensure the safety of power lines, create normal operating conditions, prevent their damage, as well as accidents among the population remaining in the protection zone of these lines. Security zones of power lines are marked along the transmission line (including branches entering the building) in the form of a land plot and airspace bounded by Vertical fences located on the surface of the Earth (in their undisturbed position) on both sides of the images of the extreme bays. Security zones are established, land plots are allocated to ensure the safety of the population, create normal conditions for the operation of power lines and prevent accidents. Security zones of electric networks are established from land owners and land users, without appropriating land plots. Prohibits the construction of security zones of power lines when issuing permits for the construction of the district to local executive bodies when air and cable lines pass within the limits of rural and urban construction. Security zones of power lines are designated as follows: 1. for bare – wire overhead lines with a voltage of up to 1 kilovolt (hereinafter – KV) - from 2 meters (hereinafter-m); 2. for self-insulated wires with a voltage of 1 KV – 1 m; 3. not less than 10 M for overhead lines from 1 to 20 KV; 4. not less than 15m for 35kV overhead lines; 5. not less than 20 M for 110 kV overhead lines; 6. Not less than 25 m for 220 kV overhead lines; 7. not less than 30 m for overhead lines from 330 to 500 kV; 8.not less than 55 M for 1150 kV overhead lines. It is not allowed to carry out construction, installation, excavation, loading and unloading operations, search operations related to the installation of wells and shurfs, arrangement of sites, road transport parking lots, placement of markets, structures, buildings, collection of materials, forging fences and fences, removal and discharge of caustic corrosive substances and fuel and lubricants in the security zones of electric and heat networks without the consent of the organization that has Electric Networks at its disposal. Individuals and legal entities that have received written consent to carry out the specified works in the security zones of electric networks perform them at their own expense in compliance with the conditions that ensure the safety of the networks. Individuals and legal entities engaged in earthworks in the security zone, upon detection of a cable that is not specified in the technical documentation for the production of work, immediately stop these works and take measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the cable and notify the nearest energy transmission organization or local executive bodies that have power lines at their disposal. Individuals and legal entities comply with the requirements of organizations in the protection zones of electric networks, under the supervision of which electric networks are located, aimed at ensuring the safety of electric networks and the Prevention of accidents. Organizations that have power lines under their control suspend work in the protected area of power lines until the elimination of this danger in the event of a threat to human life during the work of individuals and legal entities. In case of damage to electric networks due to the fault of individuals and legal entities, compensation for damage is made at their expense in full according to the agreed estimates of the organizations performing emergency and restoration work performed by the organization that has these networks under its jurisdiction. In accordance with article 305 of the Administrative Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, for construction, installation, excavation, loading and unloading operations, survey work related to the installation of wells and shurfs, arrangement of sites, road transport parking lots, placement of markets, structures, collection of materials, construction of fences and fences, filling and dumping of caustic corrosive substances and fuel - in the security zones of networks of electric and heat networks, objects of gas supply systems, there is a fine in the amount of ten monthly calculation indices for individuals who, without coordination with the organization, have objects of electric or heat networks or gas supply systems under their control-ten, small businesses – fifteen, medium – sized businesses – Twenty, large businesses – one hundred. For existing issues, individuals and legal entities can apply to the territorial Department of the state energy supervision and Control Committee of the Ministry of energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Kostanay region by phone +7 (7142) 50 02 60 at the address: Kostanay, Gogol Street, building 75, Office No. 320, or through the Information System "E –Otinish".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1073117?lang=kk

In order to inform citizens and entrepreneurs about the upcoming changes in tax legislation, the State Revenue Department of Panfilov District held an “Open Day”.The event was devoted to a detailed explanation of the key provisions of the new Tax Code, which will come into force in 2026.The participants of the meeting, including representatives of small and medium-sized businesses, received comprehensive information about the innovations aimed at simplifying tax administration and reducing bureaucratic barriers.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1073121?lang=kk

September 15, Doha. On behalf of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Chairman of the Mazhilis Yerlan Koshanov took part in the extraordinary Arab-Islamic summit in the capital of Qatar, Doha. The Speaker of the Chamber spoke at the plenary session, outlining our country's position on the issues of resolving international conflicts.On the sidelines of the summit, Yerlan Koshanov met with the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and conveyed sincere greetings and best wishes from the President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.The Emir of Qatar highly praised Kazakhstan's support and expressed gratitude for the country's position regarding the military actions taken by the Israeli authorities.– I know very well that Kazakhstan was the first to condemn this act and support Qatar. Thank you for that. I am proud of our special fraternal, friendly relations with the President of Kazakhstan. And it is very important for us that the Kazakh delegation is present at such a high level at today's summit, – said Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.In his speech at the session, the Chairman of the Mazhilis noted that the Middle East region is currently facing serious geopolitical challenges and the holding of the extraordinary summit is due to a sharp escalation of the international situation.– Kazakhstan strongly condemns Israel's military actions on the territory of the State of Qatar. Our President, Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich Tokayev, was the first to express this position and voiced strong support for Qatar. Whatever the goals of the attack, such actions are completely unacceptable. This violates the sovereign rights of the State of Qatar and contradicts the principles of international law. Such an attack harms not only the security of a single country, but also the peace and sovereignty of all states that are guided by the foundations of the international order, – said Yerlan Koshanov.The Speaker of the Mazhilis noted that with its peacekeeping policy, Qatar makes a huge contribution to ensuring global stability and security. In his speech, he also voiced Kazakhstan's position on the settlement of international conflicts.– Any crisis must be resolved through peaceful dialogue based on the Charter of the United Nations and the norms of international law. The President of Kazakhstan calls for ensuring the inviolability of these principles and for being fully guided by them in resolving conflicts. Practice shows that the use of military force always causes only a new wave of violence and leads to the death of innocent people, – emphasized Yerlan Koshanov.In this regard, the Chairman of the Mazhilis also touched upon the tragic events taking place in Gaza. He noted that from the very beginning of the conflict, the President of Kazakhstan has constantly been calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities in the Gaza Strip and for assistance to its residents.Kazakhstan, for its part, is already providing financial and other assistance to Gaza. In January of this year, this work was carried out jointly with the Islamic Organization for Food Security, headquartered in Astana. Yerlan Koshanov called on Islamic countries to more actively use the potential of this organization to expand humanitarian aid to the Palestinian people.Also on the sidelines of the summit, the Speaker of the Mazhilis met with the Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, who highly praised the development of bilateral cooperation between Kazakhstan and Qatar.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-doha/press/news/details/1073129?lang=kk

Islamabad, September 22, 2025 – A press briefing dedicated to the political course of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan H.E. Mr. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev was held at the Embassy of Kazakhstan.During the event, H.E. Ambassador Mr. Yerzhan Kistafin outlined the main provisions and key messages of President Tokayev’s Address to the Nation titled “Kazakhstan in the Era of Artificial Intelligence: Current Challenges and Solutions through Digital Transformation”.The Ambassador drew special attention of the briefing participants to the Head of State’s task regarding the construction of the Turghundi–Herat railway and access to the Pakistani market.The Head of Mission delivered a detailed presentation with a particular emphasis on the advantageous benefits of this project for Pakistan.In the context of Kazakhstan’s digital agenda, the Ambassador informed about the work carried out within the framework of the joint Kazakhstan–Pakistan Working Group on IT and Telecommunications.In addition, the participants were briefed on the outcomes of the 8th Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, which took place in Kazakhstan’s capital on September 17 this year, and in which the Pakistani delegation, traditionally headed by Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony H.E. Mr. Sardar Muhammad Yousaf, took part.Along with this, the Ambassador spoke about ongoing efforts to develop Kazakhstan-Pakistan cooperation, in particular the 13th meeting of the Joint Intergovernmental Commission held in Islamabad and the business forum in Karachi in April this year, as well as the first official visit of Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan H. E. Mr. Murat Nurtleu to Islamabad on September 8-9 this year.The Ambassador stated that the recent visit of the head of Kazakhstan’s foreign policy office and the results of his negotiations with the leadership of Pakistan laid a solid foundation for the successful state visit of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Islamabad later this year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-islamabad/press/news/details/1073130?lang=kk

Preventive measures to comply with professional ethics in the public service help to strengthen public confidence in the financial system, reduce the risks of corruption and neutralize conflicts of interest. The work in this direction in the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan is carried out by the ethics commissioner Kamshat Arystanbekova when traveling to the regions.So, in September 2025, she held meetings with employees of the territorial departments of the Committees of State Revenues, Treasury, State Property and Privatization, Internal State Audit in Akmola, East Kazakhstan, Pavlodar, North Kazakhstan regions and Abai region. In addition, on-site seminars were organized with employees of the regional departments of state revenues and the treasury of these regions: in Ulansky, Zharminsky, Kyzylzharsky, Tayynshinsky, Zerendinsky, Bulandinsky, Ereymentau districts, as well as in the city of Ekibastuz.In the regions, Kamshat Arystanbekova advised civil servants on compliance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan on public service and combating corruption. During the working meetings, topics such as the legal status of civil servants, official discipline, norms of professional ethics, prevention and settlement of conflicts of interest, as well as improving the culture of communication with citizens and colleagues were discussed.These meetings were not just a discussion of standards, but an open dialogue on the values ​ ​ of the state service: honesty, transparency, respect for citizens. After all, personalized error prevention and support of specialists in their daily work make it possible to create a professional environment where corruption has no place."Our task is to advise employees before the problem arises. We help to get out of a situation where a conflict of interest or the risk of violation of official discipline is possible. This is important not only for the civil servant himself, but also for strengthening the trust of citizens and forming a positive image of the civil service, "said Kamshat Arystanbekova, Ethics Commissioner of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/1073141?lang=kk

Doha, September 23, 2025 – Arman Issagaliyev, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the State of Qatar, met with Ali Hilal Al Kuwari, Chief Executive Officer of the Qatari state company Hassad Food.During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for joint projects in the agricultural sector and ways to strengthen food security. Special attention was given to expanding Kazakhstani product supplies within the framework of Qatar’s National Food Security Strategy until 2030.Ambassador Issagaliyev emphasized Kazakhstan’s readiness to act as a reliable partner for Qatar, ensuring stable deliveries of in-demand agricultural products and fostering long-term mutually beneficial cooperation.He also highlighted the recent Address of the President of Kazakhstan, in which the agro-industrial complex is identified as a strategic priority, emphasizing processing, digital technologies, and the development of agri-hubs. According to the Ambassador, these priorities closely align with Qatar’s goals in food security and innovative agriculture, creating opportunities for joint projects and experience exchange.The participants noted that bilateral relations received additional momentum from agreements reached during the high-level state visit of the President of Kazakhstan to Doha in 2024, as well as the results of the 7th session of the Intergovernmental Commission in 2025 held in Astana, where the parties confirmed their intention to increase trade turnover and diversify cooperation areas.Furthermore, the meeting highlighted Kazakhstan’s favorable investment climate, which opens opportunities for large-scale projects and attracting investors to the agricultural sector.At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties agreed to continue practical work on developing cooperation, including optimizing supply routes and logistics solutions to diversify Kazakhstani agricultural product deliveries to Qatar.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-doha/press/news/details/1073153?lang=kk

As part of the information campaign on the new Tax Code, employees of the Department of State Revenue in the Zhetisu region held a field seminar for entrepreneurs and residents of Tekeli.The new Tax Code, which will come into force in 2026, is designed to significantly simplify tax administration. The seminar participants - individual entrepreneurs, heads of farms and accountants - received comprehensive information about the upcoming changes.The seminar covered key innovations in detail, including: reduction of tax reporting forms, changes in special tax regimes, VAT reform, universal declaration, and digitalization of tax administration.Thanks to an open dialog, participants were able not only to learn about the upcoming changes, but also to receive practical recommendations for preparing for tax reform. This will help Tekeli businesses to confidently adapt to the new rules. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1072778?lang=kk

On September 26, to celebrate the Day of the Elderly, social assistance was paid from the local budget to persons aged 75 and over for 20 thousand tenge. For any questions, please call 79077 or 76804.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/social-saran/press/news/details/1078687?lang=kk

Currently, state revenue agencies provide 42 types of public services to the population and business entities.Of which 39 have been converted to electronic format.37 public services are provided through the egov portalThe provision of public services in electronic form makes it possible for a taxpayer to receive a public service efficiently and in the shortest possible time using significant advantages: the ability to receive services online at any time of the day, without leaving the office and at home.The state revenue agencies continue to work on the further transfer of public services to an electronic format Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1072819?lang=kk

On September 22, 2025, a cascade training session for permanently employed members of the regional territorial election commissions was held in the Atyrau Regional Territorial Election Commission building. The training was conducted by the chairpersons of the Zhylyoi, Inder, Isatay, and Makat territorial election commissions, Z. Kalmukhanova, B. Saparov, K. Gubashev, and R. Maksotov, who participated in the seminar on "Experience and Organizational Aspects in Conducting the Electoral Process" in Astana on September 11-12 of this year.The seminar was opened by A. Kystaubayeva, Chairperson of the Atyrau Regional Territorial Election Commission. The speakers then addressed topics such as amendments and current issues in the electoral legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, certain aspects of election observation, campaigning, and information support during the election process, the basics of working with the National Artificial Intelligence Platform, organizing election campaign financing, and litigation in electoral processes in the first half of 2025. Other topics were also actively discussed by the seminar participants.Practical case studies were discussed to develop professional skills. Following the seminar, a test was administered, which revealed that 39% of participants answered all test questions correctly, 56% scored "good," and only one participant achieved a "satisfactory" score.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/atyrau/press/news/details/1072822?lang=kk

On September 21, 2025, an annual City Day festival “Alma Fest” was held in the park of the First President. On the alley of the "United Nations", 7 tents of representatives of the Consulates General in Almaty were placed, who exhibited their national products, dishes and souvenirs. The participating countries were the Consulates General of Germany, Iran, China, Korea, Poland, Türkiye and Uzbekistan. The festival was also attended by Akim of Almaty city Darkhan Satybaldy and the Ambassador-at-Large – Head of the Representative Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty, Zhanibek Abdrashov.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-almaty/press/news/details/1072837?lang=kk

Another agricultural fair has concluded in Astana. This time, farmers from Abai and Atyrau regions presented their products. In total, about 400 tons of goods were sold in the capital, according to the official website of the city administration.At the fair, farmers from the two regions offered: 140 tons of meat and meat products, 80 tons of vegetables and fruits, 70 tons of honey, 50 tons of melons, 25 tons of fish, 15 tons of dairy products, and about 20 tons of various other foods.“Every year we come here and will continue to do so. We brought different types of honey. The demand is high: people are buying, they enjoy it. We are very grateful,” said Ruslan Rybakin, an agricultural producer from Abai region.All products were delivered directly from producers, which ensured favorable prices – lower than market rates.The fair also featured a lively concert program prepared by creative groups and performers from Abai and Atyrau regions, adding to the warm atmosphere of the event.The venue, located near the “Kazanat” racetrack, was easily accessible, with bus routes No. 18, 37, and 303 operating for the convenience of visitors.The next fair will take place on September 27–28.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana-uir/press/news/details/1072842?lang=kk

Astana, September 22, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov met with Ambassador of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to the Republic of Kazakhstan Sally Axworthy.The parties discussed the state and prospects of further development of relations between Kazakhstan and the UK as well as upcoming events in trade and economy sector.The discussion also highlighted opportunities to broaden cooperation in education, energy, transportation, AI and digital spheres, sustainable development and climate agenda.At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides expressed their shared interest in maintaining dynamic bilateral and multilateral engagement.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1072856?lang=kk

Athens, September 22, 2025 – On the eve of the 33rd Anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Hellenic Republic, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Greece Timur Sultangozhin met with Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Greece Ioannis Loverdos.During the meeting, the parties confirmed their mutual interest in further developing Kazakh–Greek cooperation and deepening political dialogue.They discussed current issues of the bilateral agenda, including the expansion of cooperation in trade and economy, energy, investment, and cultural-humanitarian spheres.Special attention was given to issues related to diaspora activities. According to official data, about 8.8 thousand ethnic Greeks reside in Kazakhstan, making an important contribution to the preservation of cultural diversity and interethnic harmony in the country. Meanwhile, an estimated 60 thousand Pontic Greeks – originally from Kazakhstan and other Central Asian countries – currently live in Greece. Their constructive participation in social, cultural, and humanitarian life helps strengthen mutual understanding between peoples, forming a living bridge of friendship and trust between Kazakhstan and Greece.The parties emphasized the importance of further cooperation with diasporas and the implementation of joint projects within the framework of “people’s diplomacy.” They also discussed the potential for expanding direct air connections between the two countries, including the resumption of regular flights and the opening of new routes. Both sides expressed interest in holding joint cultural events such as Days of Culture, tours of creative groups, exhibitions, and festivals, as well as in promoting academic exchanges between educational institutions.The Ambassador of Kazakhstan briefed the Greek side on the main provisions of the Address of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to the people of Kazakhstan delivered on September 8, 2025, highlighting priorities in economic modernization, human capital development, and the deepening of political reforms.At the conclusion of the meeting, the Ambassador invited Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Greece Ioannis Loverdos to visit Kazakhstan at a time convenient for the Greek side.The parties agreed to maintain regular contacts at the level of foreign policy agencies and relevant state bodies, as well as to continue efforts to expand cooperation in cultural-humanitarian relations and engagement with diasporas.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-athens/press/news/details/1072863?lang=kk