Geneva, 11 June 2026 – The inaugural Kazakhstan Commodity Forum took place in Geneva. The event was organized by the Commodity Trading Club with the support of the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Swiss Confederation.The Forum brought together more than 200 participants, including senior executives from leading global commodity trading houses, representatives of financial institutions, international organizations, the diplomatic corps, and Kazakhstan's national companies.The event was opened by Kairat Torebayev, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the WTO, Kairat Sarzhanov, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Swiss Confederation, Julien Arbace, President of the Commodity Trading Club, and Vincent Subilia, Director General of the Geneva Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Services (CCIG) and President of the Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry.In their remarks, the speakers highlighted Kazakhstan's growing role as a key player in global commodity markets, a strategic transport and logistics hub across Eurasia, and a reliable partner for international business.The Forum brought together representatives of leading global companies and organizations, including Cargill, Bunge, Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC), ADM, COFCO, Ameropa, Gunvor Group, Trafigura, Mercuria, Olam, Phillips 66, SOCAR Trading, ING Bank, Goldman Sachs, Arab Bank, Bank of China, MSC, FIATA, SGS, SUISSENÉGOCE, CCIG, and other major players shaping the global agenda in commodity trading, logistics, and trade finance.The Kazakh delegation included senior representatives of Baiterek National Managing Holding, KazMunayGas, Qazaqstan Investment Corporation, and the Food Contract Corporation, as well as sectoral business associations and government agencies.Participants noted that Kazakhstan is the largest economy in Central Asia, accounting for approximately 60% of the region's GDP and attracting the highest volume of foreign direct investment among Central Asian countries.Kazakhstan holds leading positions in global commodity markets, producing around 40% of the world's uranium output and serving as a major exporter of crude oil, copper, ferroalloys, grain, flour, and gold. The country also possesses substantial reserves of critical minerals essential for the energy transition and advanced technologies.In 2025, Kazakhstan's foreign trade turnover reached nearly USD 144 billion, while non-resource exports exceeded USD 40 billion, reflecting the country's continued economic diversification and growing export potential.Particular attention was given to the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (Middle Corridor), which is rapidly emerging as one of the key freight corridors connecting Europe and Asia and strengthening Kazakhstan's position as a major Eurasian transit and logistics hub.The Kazakhstan Commodity Forum confirmed the strong interest of the international business community in Kazakhstan and Central Asia as promising destinations for trade, investment, and the development of new logistics routes.The Forum provided a platform for direct dialogue between government representatives, national companies, international traders, financial institutions, and logistics operators, creating opportunities for new projects and long-term partnerships.As noted by Permanent Representative K. Torebayev:“The story of Kazakhstan today is no longer simply a story of natural resources. It is a story of connectivity, investment, and new opportunities. Kazakhstan is becoming a vital link between Europe and Asia, while the Middle Corridor is emerging as a strategic route shaping the new architecture of Eurasian trade. For forward-looking businesses, Kazakhstan offers broad opportunities for cooperation across the entire value chain – from commodities and logistics to finance and industrial partnerships.”He also emphasized: “The Kazakhstan Commodity Forum was created not for protocol, but for practical dialogue and tangible business outcomes. We expect that the key results of today's gathering will be new investments, trade agreements, and long-term partnerships.”The inaugural Kazakhstan Commodity Forum demonstrated Geneva's unique role as a global center for commodity trading and highlighted significant opportunities for expanding economic cooperation between Kazakhstan and the international business community.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-wto/press/news/details/1239846?lang=ru

Ahead of the 70th anniversary of the city of Arkalyk, large-scale projects are being implemented in the region in the social, infrastructural, cultural, and economic spheres. During a working trip, the Akim (Governor) of the Kostanay region, Kumar Aksakalov, visited a number of important facilities and reviewed the progress of the ongoing projects.Organizing and holding the anniversary at a high level is an important milestone on the path of the city's formation and development. This anniversary is not just a festive date, but an important stage for reflecting on the path traveled, summarizing the work done, and determining future development directions.In his Address to the People of Kazakhstan dated September 8, 2025, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted that the development of the Torgay region should be in the special focus of the Government. Today, as part of the implementation of this instruction, large-scale projects for the development of the city are being implemented in Arkalyk."In recent years, the city's socio-economic indicators have shown steady growth. If in 2022 the budget of Arkalyk was 20.1 billion tenge, then in 2026 this figure reached 36.6 billion tenge, increasing 1.8 times. The funds are directed towards the development of education, healthcare, culture, sports, housing and communal services, engineering infrastructure, road construction, and improvement," noted the head of the region.A number of important projects have been implemented in the healthcare sector. In 2024, new paramedic-midwife stations were commissioned in the villages of Vostochnoye and Furmanova. The Arkalyk Regional Hospital was modernized into a multidisciplinary interregional hospital, and the major renovation of the maternity hospital building is nearing completion.Positive changes are also taking place in the field of education. In 2024, the first "Keleshek Mektebi" school in the region opened in Arkalyk. And in 2025, the Arkalyk Pedagogical Institute received university status. To expand its material and technical base, the building of the former agriculture department was converted into an academic building."Over the past three years, more than 30 social facilities have been renovated in the city. Housing construction is developing at an active pace. During this period, 20.8 thousand square meters of housing were commissioned. Last year alone, 9.5 thousand square meters of housing were built, which is 2.3 times more compared to 2022," said the regional Akim Kumar Aksakalov.Large-scale work is also being carried out in the field of sports. Last year, a wrestling hall, a boarding school for gifted children, and the "Kazakhstan" sports complex were commissioned. Currently, the renovation of the "Zhiger" stadium continues, and the construction of an indoor hockey rink is underway. Furthermore, a physical culture and health complex is being built with funds from the "Samruk-Kazyna" fund.To create conditions for systematic sports activities in courtyards, 43 sports grounds have been built.The cultural infrastructure is also developing consistently. The major renovation of the house of culture in the village of Ashutasty is nearing completion.In the direction of developing road infrastructure, 56 kilometers of roads have been repaired in recent years. As a result, 40 streets have been updated and 29 new bus stops have been installed.Transport infrastructure plays an important role in increasing the city's economic potential. In this regard, a section of the road to the Ulytau region has been repaired. Additionally, the construction of a new highway in the direction of Arkalyk - Torgay - Irgiz continues.To improve the region's transport accessibility, work is underway to restore the Arkalyk airport. The project to reconstruct the railway station is also nearing completion.To increase the city's investment attractiveness, a decision was made to create an industrial zone. This will allow for the placement of new production facilities, attracting investments, and creating new jobs.The modernization of utility infrastructure continues. Water supply networks have been updated in Arkalyk and the settlement of Severnoye, and new water supply systems have been built in the villages of Molodezhnoye and Ushtobe. In 2025, 1.6 kilometers of heating networks were restored. In the future, it is planned to repair 39 kilometers of sewer networks.To improve the city and enhance the quality of life for residents, several streets have been illuminated, with poles and 100 lamps installed. Over the past three years, the external appearance of 65 residential buildings has been improved. This year, the facades of another 25 apartment buildings will be updated. If 10 houses were renovated in 2022, last year this figure reached 67 houses.As part of the development of digital infrastructure, new base stations have been commissioned in the villages of Zhankala, Ekidin, Molodezhnoye, Angarskoye, Ashutasty, Zhalgyzgal, Rodina, and Tselinnoye, providing residents with quality internet access.Ahead of the 70th anniversary of Arkalyk, the state is creating all conditions for the further development of the region. At the same time, the social responsibility of business is also of particular importance. In this regard, it is important to attract entrepreneurs and patrons to actively participate in the implementation of social and infrastructure projects.This refers to initiatives such as the improvement of public spaces, repair and modernization of social facilities, support for educational, cultural, and sports organizations, landscaping of territories, construction of children's and sports playgrounds, aimed at improving the quality of life of the population."The events held as part of the 70th anniversary of Arkalyk should not only give a festive mood to the residents and guests of the city but also contribute to the broad promotion of the city's achievements and potential, demonstrating its investment and tourism opportunities. Clean streets, improved courtyards, renovated buildings, and comfortable public spaces form the new image of Arkalyk and create the foundation for its bright future," emphasized the head of the region.The head of the region instructed all institutions and organizations responsible for preparing and holding the anniversary events to perform their assigned tasks with quality and in a timely manner and to ensure readiness to receive the city's guests at the highest level. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1239820?lang=ru

The Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development has initiated efforts to establish lasting conditions for the growth of technology entrepreneurship in the country.As part of its digital economic transformation strategy, the Ministry is developing a post-2028 support framework for Astana Hub participants, with a planning horizon extending to 2045.The initiative aims to create a predictable and competitive business environment that will strengthen Kazakhstan's position as a leading regional IT hub. The long-term vision for sector development through 2045 takes into account global AI trends, the scalability of export potential, and the need to attract high-technology investment.Astana Hub has demonstrated its effectiveness as a driver of the digital economy. Accordingly, the Ministry's objective is not merely to sustain existing momentum, but to achieve a qualitative leap - building conditions under which every IT company operating in Kazakhstan can plan with decades-long confidence.To date, the Astana Hub ecosystem has recorded steady growth: 2,268 companies are registered within the hub, 35,000 highly skilled jobs have been created, 438 billion tenge in investment has been attracted, and the export volume of Kazakhstani IT solutions has reached USD 1.9 billion.The Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development is currently conducting systematic analytical and advisory work alongside expert community representatives and relevant government agencies, focused on reviewing and adapting existing support mechanisms. Priority is placed on cultivating a distinctive environment for innovators, developing human capital, and advancing AI-driven solutions.The development of a long-term strategy for Astana Hub represents a priority direction of state policy, aimed at positioning Kazakhstan among the world's most attractive jurisdictions for technology business. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/maidd/press/news/details/1239782?lang=ru

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  In order to ensure the sanitary cleanliness of the village, cleaning work was carried out at the bus stop. During the work, household waste and garbage were collected and removed from the territory. In addition, mounds of soil were cleared at the bus stop and the territory was put in order.Cleaning and landscaping work will continue on an ongoing basis.️ ️ The press service of the akim's office of Bayanda village.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-munaily-bayandy/press/news/details/1239680?lang=ru

In order to implement financial control measures, the persons defined in this article shall submit the following declarations of individuals:-declaration of assets and liabilities;-income and property declaration.The declaration of assets and liabilities is presented by:- candidates for President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, deputies of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan and maslikhats, akims of districts, cities of regional significance, cities of district significance, towns, villages, rural districts, as well as members of elected local governments and their spouses – before registering as a candidate;- persons who are candidates for a public position or a position related to the performance of state or equivalent functions, and their spouses, with the exception of the persons specified in subparagraph 1) of this paragraph, until the issuance of an act of an official (body) authorized to appoint to the position, on appointment to the position (as of on the first day of the month of submission of the declaration).The declaration of income and property is submitted by:- persons holding responsible government positions and their spouses;- persons authorized to perform government functions and their spouses;- officials and their spouses;- persons equated to persons authorized to perform state functions and their spouses.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-astana/press/news/details/1239685?lang=ru

       On June 10, 2026, a seminar dedicated to the recent changes in the budget legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan was held at the Committee of State Revenues (CSR).       Participants included representatives from the financial departments of state revenue agencies, as well as specialists from the Department of Development of Technical Infrastructure and Financial Provisioning of CSR.      During the seminar, the main provisions of the new Budget Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan were discussed, along with questions related to planning and forming budget requests, as well as amendments to normative legal acts regulating the budget process.      A particular focus was given to the practical application of the new legislative norms and improving the efficiency of budget planning. Participants received necessary clarifications regarding the innovations and discussed issues arising during their implementation.      Holding such events contributes to the timely introduction of legislative changes and enhances the quality of budget management. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1239666?lang=ru

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  I. INTRODUCTORY SECTION      In accordance with Paragraph 5 of Article 8 of the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Combating Corruption", Order No. 12 of the Chairman of the Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Civil Service Affairs and Anti-Corruption dated October 19, 2016 "On Approval of the Model Rules for Conducting Internal Analysis of Corruption Risks", as well as Order No. 55 of the Head of the Republican State Institution "Main Dispatch Department of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan" dated April 10, 2026 "On Conducting Internal Analysis of Corruption Risks in the Activities of the Republican State Institution 'Main Dispatch Department of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan'", an internal analysis of corruption risks was conducted in the activities of the Republican State Institution "Main Dispatch Department of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan" (hereinafter referred to as the MDD).     The internal analysis of corruption risks was conducted by the working Group consisting of:     Head of the working Group – Deputy Head of the MDD D.S. Nasyrov; members of the working Group: Head of the Management «Sitation Center» of the MDD D.O. Tlekeev, Head of the «Electronic Declaration Center» Department of the MDD B.N. Ispanov, Head of the Monitoring of customs declaration Department of the MDD G.A. Aliaskharova, Head of the Administration Department of the MDD S.S. Saurambayeva, Head of the Human Resources and Organizational Affairs Department of the Administration Department of the MDD U.A. Akhmetova, Head of the Legal Department of the MDD M.S. Asanbaeva.     The internal analysis of corruption risks was conducted from April 17, 2026, to June 3, 2026.                II. DESCRIPTIVE SECTION     1. Legal Acts and Internal Documents Regulating the Activities of State Revenue Bodies     Description of Corruption Risk: During the analysis of the regulatory legal acts and internal documents governing the activities of the MDD, no discretionary powers and provisions conductive to the commission of corruption offenses were identified.      2. Human Resources Management     Description of Corruption Risk: As of April 1, 2026, the total authorized staffing level of MDD is 134 positions (the actual headcounts is 117 employees). During the period from April 1, 2025, to April 1, 2026, there were 22 employees were dismissed, including:voluntary resignation – 15;transfer to another state body – 5;other reasons – 2.     In the period from April 1, 2025, to April 1, 2026, 20 employees of MDD were subjected to disciplinary action.    No offenses discrediting the civil service were recorded, and no civil servants were held disciplinary liable for violating the provisions of the Code of Ethics for Civil Servants within the MDD.     No corruption risks were identified in the area of human resources management during the period of the internal risk analysis of the MDD's activities.     3. Resolution of Conflicts of Interest     Description of Corruption Risk: During the period from April 1, 2025, to April 1, 2026, no notifications were received from civil servants to their immediate supervisors or the management of the MDD regarding an arisen conflict of interest or the possibility of its occurrence. No instances of conflicts of interest involving the employees of the MDD in the performance of their official duties were identified.     The Ethics Commissioner of the MDD, Deputy Head B.A. Ainakulov, regularly conducts explanatory activities among civil servants aimed at compliance with the requirements of the Code of Ethics and legislation of the field of civil service, including matters concerning conflicts of interest.     No corruption risks were identified regarding the resolution of conflicts of interest during the period of the internal risk analysis of the MDD's activities.     4. Provision of Public Services     Description of Corruption Risk: «Electronic Declaration Center» Department of the MDD provided 247 293 state services, including 124 215 for individuals and 123 078 for legal entities during the period from April 1, 2025, to April 1, 2026. All services were provided in electronic format.     Furthermore, the public services rendered by the «Electronic Declaration Center» Department were provided within the established timeframes for the release of goods, pursuant to Article 119 of the Customs Code of the Eurasian Economic Union.     Thus, 130 638 GDs (53%) were released within the first 4 hours from the moment of registration, 38 562 GDs (16%) were released within 24 hours, 76 088 GDs (31%) were released within a time limit of up to 10 working days, and 2 005 GDs (0,8%) were released in a period exceeding 10 working days due to customs expert examination and inspection.     No corruption risks were identified regarding the provision of public services in the activities of the MDD.     5. Execution of Permissive Functions     Description of Corruption Risk: No corruption risks were identified regarding the execution of permissive functions during the period of the internal risk analysis of the MDD's activities.     6. Execution of Control Functions     Description of Corruption Risk: No corruption risks were identified in the area of the execution of control functions by the MDD.     7. Allocation and Distribution of Budgetary and Financial Funds     Description of Corruption Risk: No corruption risks were identified in the area of the allocation and distribution of budgetary and financial funds of the MDD.     8. Conclusion of Contracts with Individuals and Legal Entities     Description of Corruption Risk:      The total number of contracts concluded through the MDD state procurement portal during the period from April 1, 2025, to April 1, 2026 is 36, of which 15 were concluded with individuals and 28 with legal entities.     No corruption risks were identified in the area of the conclusion of contracts with individuals and legal entities by the MDD.      9. Development and Operation of Information Systems     Description of Corruption Risk: Pursuant to Paragraph 1 of Article 410 of the Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Customs Regulation in the Republic of Kazakhstan" dated December 26, 2017, No. 123-VI LRK (hereinafter referred to as the Code), if the submission of a customs declaration was not accompanied by the presentation of documents confirming the information declared in the customs declaration, the customs authority is entitled, in respect of the information under verification, to request from the declarant the documents, the details of which are specified in the customs declaration. The request for documents and information shall be sent in the following cases:     1) specified by the risk management system;     2) when information regarding the documents confirming the origin of goods, compliance with prohibitions and restrictions, and (or) information therefrom cannot be obtained by the customs authority in accordance with Paragraph 2 of Article 146 of the Code.     Thus, due to the fact that the request is currently filled out in hard copy, after which the scanned request signed by an authorized official is attached to the Information System (IS), and the request for each document is filled out manually in the IS by an employee, there arises a risk of failure to send the request within the established time limit.     Risk Mitigation Recommendations: To automate the process at the level of an automated request generated by the IS without the intervention of an authorized official.     Expected Result: Elimination of violations of customs legislation by authorized officials.    According to the response from the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan № КГД-14-1-12/12483-ВН dated May 26, 2026, an automated process for sending requests for documents and information has currently been implemented in the "KEDEN" IS, pursuant to Paragraph 1 of Article 410 of the Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Customs Regulation in the Republic of Kazakhstan," without the intervention of an authorized official.     This mechanism allows for the minimization of corruption risks by eliminating the human factor and ensuring the transparency of the process.    10. Other Matters Arising from Organizational and Management Activities     Description of Corruption Risk: No corruption risks were identified regarding other matters arising from the organizational and management activities of the MDD.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-gdu/press/news/details/1239636?lang=ru

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The Agency for the Regulation and Development of the Financial Market has published a report on the results of the first supervisory assessment of the model risk management system at second-tier banks.The assessment represented the next step in the development of risk-based supervision, along with the SREP, the Asset Quality Review (AQR) and supervisory stress testing. The assessment was conducted to determine the maturity level of model risk management systems and included an analysis of approaches within the three lines of defense, as well as independent validation of individual models.The report outlines the approaches and principles used in the assessment, presents the results of the analysis of the current state of model risk management systems at selected banks, and sets forth the Agency’s supervisory expectations regarding the establishment of an effective model risk management system.The assessment found that, at the banks covered, the model risk management systems are at a formative stage and require further development in the areas of corporate governance, independent oversight and model validation processes.The Agency’s supervisory expectations take into account the growing use of quantitative models in banking activities and cover both traditional models and those based on machine learning and artificial intelligence methods. These expectations are formulated in accordance with leading international standards and best practices.The publication of the report aims to enhance the transparency of the Agency’s supervisory approaches in the area of model risk, foster dialogue with market participants, and establish common guidelines for the banking sector. External Communications Office press@finreg.kzSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ardfm/press/news/details/1239600?lang=ru

Due to the increasing number of internet fraud cases, citizens are reminded of the importance of following digital security rules.Modern fraudsters actively use phone calls, messaging applications, social media platforms, fake websites, and artificial intelligence technologies to deceive people. Criminals may impersonate representatives of government agencies, banks, law enforcement authorities, or telecommunications operators in an attempt to obtain personal data, bank card details, SMS verification codes, and other confidential information.To avoid becoming a victim of fraud, it is recommended to:Never share SMS verification codes, passwords, or bank card details with third parties;Do not transfer money at the request of unknown individuals;Avoid clicking on suspicious links;Verify information through official sources;Do not provide your bank cards or bank accounts to other persons;Immediately contact law enforcement authorities if you suspect fraudulent activity.Please note that employees of government agencies and financial institutions do not request personal data, bank account details, or verification codes over the phone.We encourage all citizens to remain vigilant, follow digital security measures, and inform family members and friends about existing fraud schemes.Video materials on the prevention of internet fraud are available on the official social media pages of the Prosecutor General’s Office of the Republic of Kazakhstan.https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYekk4qM5Zf/?igsh=YnlmOWpkNXJkZ2lxhttps://www.instagram.com/reel/DY4AVXLslDC/?igsh=MXdocHZsM294b290MQ==https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYoZdwGsFss/?igsh=eXR1MWIzdGpubjVu Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl-tehnologiya/press/news/details/1239574?lang=ru

Today, an online seminar was held under the chairmanship of Yerkebulan Menlibay, Deputy Head of the Regional Akim’s Office, to explain the provisions of the new Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan on Public Service.During the seminar, Yerlegen Mendaliyev, Head of the Kyzylorda Region Department of the Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Civil Service Affairs, outlined the key areas of the new Law, highlighted the amendments introduced, and presented innovations in the public service sector.Following the seminar, in accordance with the instructions of the District Akim, Yermek Satbayev, Head of the District Akim’s Office, together with human resources specialists, conducted explanatory work aimed at informing employees about the requirements of the new Law and the changes introduced in the field of public service.In addition, information was provided on the rights and responsibilities of public servants.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1239532?lang=ru

Astana, June 11, 2026 – A panel session titled “From Rockies to Steppes: Canadian Mining Companies on Kazakhstan's Potential” was held in Astana on the sidelines of the annual AMM-2026 International Metallurgists Congress, with the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The session brought together leading Canadian mining companies.The primary objective of the event was to promote investment opportunities in Kazakhstan's mining and metallurgical sector to a broad audience of Canadian and international business partners, and to facilitate the attraction of foreign investment to the industry.Speakers included Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov, as well as representatives of major Canadian companies B2Gold, Teck Resources, First Quantum Minerals, and Arras Minerals. In his remarks, Deputy Minister Kuantyrov presented Kazakhstan's investment potential in the mining and metallurgical sector, outlining state policies aimed at improving the business climate, supporting investors, and developing the country's mineral resource base. He also invited international partners to participate in new geological exploration and mineral extraction projects in Kazakhstan.Canadian participants spoke highly of the business environment in Kazakhstan, noting constructive engagement with government authorities, transparent procedures, and consistent efforts to improve the investment climate. During the discussion, the parties examined prospects for the further development of Kazakhstan's mining and metallurgical sector, including the attraction of foreign investment, the adoption of modern technologies, and the expansion of cooperation with international partners.The event marked a significant milestone in bilateral sectoral dialogue and confirmed the strong interest of Canadian business in expanding its presence in the Kazakhstani market, as well as the mutual commitment of both sides to building long-term partnership in the mining sector.Background: AMM (Astana Mining & Metallurgy) is one of the largest international forums in the mining and metallurgical industry in Kazakhstan and Central Asia, annually bringing together more than 5,000 participants from over 60 countries. The session featuring Canadian companies has been held for the fourth consecutive year and has become an established platform for discussing prospects for Kazakhstan-Canada cooperation in the mining sector.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-ottawa/press/news/details/1239500?lang=ru

Newsletter Kazakhstan - 11.06.2026Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brussels/press/news/details/1239501?lang=ru

Belgrade, June 11, 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan met with Mr. Nenad Popović, Minister for the Development of International Economic Cooperation of the Republic of Serbia.During the meeting, the parties focused on the implementation of agreements reached following the official visit of Serbian President A.Vučić to Astana (February 26–27, 2026).Ambassador Atamkulov briefed his counterpart on the progress made in this area. He noted the new broad prospects for cooperation opened up by the implementation of the instructions of the heads of the two states.In turn, Minister Popović reaffirmed the Serbian side’s firm commitment to implementing all agreements and its readiness to provide the necessary support for the further deepening of bilateral economic cooperation.Following the meeting, the interlocutors exchanged specific plans for the coming period aimed at giving additional impetus to the dynamic development of Kazakh-Serbian bilateral relations. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-belgrad/press/news/details/1239502?lang=ru

Brasília, June 11, 2026 – The Embassy of Kazakhstan received a courtesy visit from the Ambassador of Serbia to Brazil, Aleksandar Ristić, and the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Serbia in Rio de Janeiro, Dejan Petković.The parties discussed opportunities for establishing trade and economic cooperation between the State of Rio de Janeiro and Kazakhstan. In particular, special interest was expressed in expanding cooperation in the energy and agricultural sectors. During the meeting, the participants also exchanged views on international issues, both countries’ cooperation with Brazil, as well as the development of football.At the conclusion of the meeting, Dejan Petković left a commemorative message in the Embassy’s Book of Honor and signed a jersey of the Brazilian football club Santos. Dejan Petković is a renowned Serbian footballer who played for such prominent clubs as Red Star Belgrade, Real Madrid, and Sevilla, as well as Brazilian football clubs Flamengo, Vasco da Gama, Fluminense, and Santos. He concluded his professional career in Brazil’s top football division in 2011 and subsequently worked as a football coach in Brazil for some time.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brazil/press/news/details/1239477?lang=ru

Madrid, 8-11 June 2026 – The delegation of the Republic of Kazakhstan headed by Mr. Yerzhan Zhiyenbayev, Deputy Head of the Presidential Administration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, paid a working visit to the Kingdom of Spain to study advanced Spanish practices in judicial training and the organization of the judicial system.During the visit, meetings were held with the leadership of the Centre for Legal Studies (Centro de Estudios Jurídicos), the Supreme Court of Spain, the National Court (Audiencia Nacional), the Judicial School of Spain, and the High Court of Justice of Catalonia. Discussions focused on the training of judges and judicial personnel, ensuring consistency of judicial practice, strengthening judicial independence, the digitalization of justice, and the application of artificial intelligence technologies.The Kazakh delegation showed particular interest in the experience of the Centre for Legal Studies, a specialized institution under the Spanish Ministry of Justice responsible for training justice sector professionals, as well as the Judicial School of Spain, which implements a comprehensive multi-level system for judicial training.At the conclusion of the visit, both sides reaffirmed their mutual interest in further developing cooperation in judicial education, digital transformation of the justice sector, the application of artificial intelligence, and the exchange of professional expertise. The contacts established during the visit create additional opportunities for strengthening cooperation between the judicial and legal institutions of Kazakhstan and Spain.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-madrid/press/news/details/1239465?lang=ru

Seoul, June 11, 2026 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Korea Asset Issenali held a meeting with Maeng Sung-kyu, Chairman of the Land, Infrastructure and Transport Committee of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of Kazakh-Korean relations, including the further expansion of inter-parliamentary dialogue, as well as trade, economic and investment cooperation.The Kazakh diplomat briefed his counterpart on the large-scale political and constitutional reforms being implemented in Kazakhstan at the initiative of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the key provisions of the new Constitution, and measures aimed at further modernizing the system of public administration.Special attention was paid to the development of transport and logistics connectivity and the improvement of infrastructure. In this context, the parties exchanged views on prospects for expanding cooperation between the two countries in the fields of transport, logistics and sustainable urban infrastructure development.Ambassador Issenali also informed the Korean parliamentarian about the progress of the Alatau City project, noting its potential as a modern center of innovation, advanced technologies, education and business. The Kazakh side emphasized its interest in studying and applying Korea’s advanced experience in urban planning, transport infrastructure and the “smart city” concept.In addition, the parties discussed current issues related to the preparations for the upcoming visit of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Korea and the first Central Asia–Republic of Korea Summit, scheduled for September this year.Following the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening inter-parliamentary dialogue and expanding practical cooperation across a wide range of areas of mutual interest.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-seoul/press/news/details/1239455?lang=ru

Astana, June 11, 2026 - Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev met with the Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Bandar Al-Khorayef.During the talks, the parties discussed current issues of trade, economic and investment cooperation, with particular attention paid to prospects for expanding collaboration in the industrial sector, including mining and metallurgy, critical minerals and infrastructure.Minister Kosherbayev underscored that Kazakhstan attaches high priority to the development of its strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia, noting the importance of the agreements signed earlier this year on the establishment of the Kazakhstan-Saudi Coordination Council and on the Promotion and Reciprocal Protection of Investments.The interlocutors also discussed opportunities for implementing joint projects in the mining industry and the critical minerals sector, as well as prospects for the participation of Saudi companies in investment initiatives in Kazakhstan.The meeting also touched upon issues related to water security and prospects for advancing international cooperation in this field.For his part, Minister Al-Khorayef expressed interest in further developing practical cooperation across all areas of the bilateral agenda.Following the talks, the parties reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening the mutually beneficial partnership between Kazakhstan and Saudi Arabia.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-riyadh/press/news/details/1239965?lang=ru