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The State of Qatar hosted the grand opening of the Days of Kazakhstan Culture 09.02.2026
В Дохе состоялось торжественное открытие Дней культуры Республики Казахстан. Проведение масштабного события стало возможным благодаря договоренностям, достигнутым Главами двух государств в ходе государственного визита Президента Республики Казахстан Касым-Жомарта Токаева в Государство Катар.Казахстанскую делегацию возглавила заместитель Премьер-министра — Министр культуры и информации Аида Балаева. В рамках Дней культуры зампремьера провела двустороннюю встречу с Министром культуры Государства Катар Шейхом Абдулрахманом бен Хамадом бен Джасимом Аль Тани. В ходе переговоров стороны обсудили перспективы расширения двустороннего сотрудничества в сфере культуры и искусства.«Проведение Дней культуры Казахстана в Катаре – большая честь для нас. Наши народы объединяют общие духовные ценности. И Казахстан, и Катар бережно хранят наследие богатой кочевой цивилизации и глубоко чтят традиции. Уверена, что именно эти ценности и впредь будут сближать наши страны и открывать путь к новым совместным проектам», — подчеркнула Аида Балаева.Приветствуя заместителя Премьер-министра Казахстана, Шейх Абдулрахман бен Хамад бен Джасим Аль Тани отметил высокий потенциал развития казахстанско-катарских отношений, выразив уверенность, что культурное взаимодействие послужит прочной основой для дальнейшего расширения сотрудничества между странами. Особое внимание в ходе встречи было уделено взаимодействию в креативном секторе. Аида Балаева подчеркнула динамичное развитие креативных индустрий в Государстве Катар и отметила, что Казахстан также придает этому направлению приоритетное значение. В республике создан Фонд развития креативных индустрий. В этой связи казахстанская сторона выразила готовность к реализации совместных проектов и расширению практического сотрудничества в данной сфере.Вместе с тем были обозначены и другие перспективные направления взаимодействия, включая выпуск совместных книг, перевод произведений авторов двух стран на казахский и арабский языки, обмен опытом по поддержке художников. В качестве практического шага было предложено подписание Межведомственного плана мероприятий, охватывающего все обозначенные направления.По завершении встречи главы делегаций посетили праздничный Гала-концерт мастеров искусств Казахстана. В программе прозвучали произведения классического музыкального наследия казахского народа, народные кюи и песни, современные композиции в симфонической обработке, а также арабские песни.Также главы делегаций посетили культурно-исторический центр Дарб Аль-Саги, где проходят основные события Дней культуры, объединившие тематические концерты, выставки декоративно-прикладного искусства, дизайнеров, представляющих национальные мотивы в современном прочтении. Особое место в программе занимает экспозиция Национального музея Республики Казахстан. Отдельное внимание уделено популяризации традиций и национальных видов спорта, в частности - традиционному искусству стрельбы из лука, соколиной охоте и охоте с тазы.Отметим, четырехдневная программа Дней культуры Казахстана направлена на дальнейшее укрепление казахстанско-катарского культурно-гуманитарного сотрудничества и продвижение национальной культуры Казахстана на международной площадке. Также в скором времени в ответном формате в Казахстане состоятся Дни культуры Государства Катар.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-doha/press/news/details/1157722?lang=kk
Для работающих людей с инвалидностью уточнен механизм применения вычетов по ИПН 09.02.2026
На четвертом заседании Проектного офиса по внедрению Налогового кодекса, прошедшем сегодня под председательством заместителя Премьер-министра – министра национальной экономики Серика Жумангарина, рассмотрены обращения организаций, в которых трудоустроены люди с инвалидностью. Поднятые вопросы касались порядка налогообложения таких работников в связи с изменениями, внесенными в новый Налоговый кодекс.В ходе обсуждения налоговой реформы в Парламенте изменения, направленные на обеспечение равных условий для всех организаций, трудоустраивающих людей с инвалидностью, изменены подходы. В частности, по предложениям депутатов в целях применения налоговой льготы по корпоративному подоходному налогу с 2026 года применяется единая доля фонда оплаты труда работников с инвалидностью 51%. То есть ранее действовавшая норма о доле 35% для специализированных организаций, в которых работают люди с инвалидностью по потере слуха, речи, зрения, исключена. Принятая норма устраняет избирательный подход к налогоплательщикам и расширяет возможности для занятости людей с инвалидностью вне зависимости от организационно-правовой формы работодателя. При этом льготы по индивидуальному подоходному налогу для самих работников с инвалидностью сохранены в полном объеме. Основная цель нормы — стимулировать работодателей к созданию и сохранению рабочих мест.Кроме того, впервые в Налоговый кодекс была введена норма, предусматривающая дифференциацию социальных налоговых вычетов по ИПН в зависимости от группы инвалидности. Если ранее общий порог вычетов для работающих людей с инвалидностью составлял 882 МРП, то в новой редакции эта величина сохранена для лиц с инвалидностью третьей группы. Для работников с инвалидностью первой и второй групп размер вычетов увеличен до 5000 МРП.В то же время в государственные органы начали поступать обращения с практическими вопросами применения данной нормы. В частности, если в течение календарного года у работника ухудшается состояние здоровья и инвалидность третьей группы меняется на первую или вторую либо в ситуациях снижения группы инвалидности, возникает вопрос о порядке расчета ИПН за год. В соответствии с пунктом 2 статьи 404 Налогового кодекса, социальные налоговые вычеты применяются в том календарном году, в котором возникло или имелось ранее основание для их применения. @KZgovernmentSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1157723?lang=kk
In 2026, the following individuals are required to submit the Declaration of Assets and Liabilities? 09.02.2026
1) individuals mandated by specific legislation: persons required to submit this declaration in accordance with the Constitutional Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Elections" and the following national laws: "On Combating Corruption", "On Banks and Banking Activities in the Republic of Kazakhstan", "On Insurance Activities", "On the Securities Market";2) adult citizens and residents with foreign holdings: adult citizens and residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan who own or hold a claim to the following types of property located outside the Republic of Kazakhstan:property for which rights or transactions are subject to state or official registration with a foreign competent authority.funds in foreign bank accounts that cumulatively exceed 1,000 times the MCI as of December 31 of the reporting tax period.investment gold.share participation in the authorized capital of a legal entity established outside the Republic of Kazakhstan.share participation in foreign housing constructionsecurities and derivative financial instruments from issuers registered outside the Republic of Kazakhstan.funds held in foreign brokerage accounts.intellectual property and copyrights held outside the Republic of Kazakhstan.accounts receivable (debts owed to the individual) or accounts payable (debts owed by the individual) involving foreign parties, as specified in Paragraph 2 of Article 423 of the Tax Code.other property as specified in Paragraph 3 of Article 423 of the Tax CodeThe declaration must be submitted to the tax authority at your place of residence by September 15 of the current year.The declaration can be submitted electronically via the web portals "ITAS Taxpayer's Office", "E-government", mobile applications "e-salyqAzamat", Halyk, Bank Centercredit, Kaspi.Citizens also have the right to submit a declaration in paper by mail, through a PSC, or in person at the State Revenue department.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1157661?lang=kk
On February 9, 2026, an extended meeting was held under the chairmanship of the Deputy Akim of the region, Yerbol Zholdaspekovich Nurgaliyev, jointly with the Police Department on the prevention of offenses among minors 09.02.2026
On February 9, 2026, an extended meeting was held under the chairmanship of the Deputy Akim of the region, Yerbol Zholdaspekovich Nurgaliyev, jointly with the Police Department on the prevention of offenses among minors.The meeting was attended by representatives of law enforcement agencies, heads of education departments, and directors of schools and colleges.During the event, issues of preventing juvenile delinquency, preventing offenses and neglect, as well as parental responsibility were discussed. Particular attention was paid to interdepartmental cooperation between education authorities and law enforcement structures, as well as the role of educational organizations in shaping legal culture and responsibility among students.In this regard, the words of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev:«Law and order are the foundation of a safe and just society» — became the key guideline of the meeting.Following the meeting, specific instructions were given to the relevant departments and heads of educational organizations aimed at strengthening the prevention of offenses among minors and ensuring their safety.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-bilim/press/news/details/1157637?lang=kk
В городе Риддере было организовано тестирование для будущих избирателей среди студентов и старшеклассников, разработанное членами Областной территориальной избирательной комиссии. Мероприятие было направлено на повышение правовой грамотности молодежи, формирование осознанной гражданской позиции и интереса к избирательному процессу. Участниками стали команды интеллектуальной игры «В лабиринтах избирательного права» — старшеклассники КГУ «Школа-лицей №1», КГУ «Средняя школа №5», КГУ «Общеобразовательная школа №11», а также студенты КГКП «Риддерский колледж». Кроме того, в тестировании приняли участие студенты 2–3 курсов Риддерского колледжа. Мероприятие стало отличной возможностью проверить знания в сфере избирательного права и сделать ещё один уверенный шаг к активному и осознанному участию в общественной жизни страны. 09.02.2026
В городе Риддере было организовано тестирование для будущих избирателей среди студентов и старшеклассников, разработанное членами Областной территориальной избирательной комиссии. Мероприятие было направлено на повышение правовой грамотности молодежи, формирование осознанной гражданской позиции и интереса к избирательному процессу.Участниками стали команды интеллектуальной игры «В лабиринтах избирательного права» — старшеклассники КГУ «Школа-лицей №1», КГУ «Средняя школа №5», КГУ «Общеобразовательная школа №11», а также студенты КГКП «Риддерский колледж». Кроме того, в тестировании приняли участие студенты 2–3 курсов Риддерского колледжа.Мероприятие стало отличной возможностью проверить знания в сфере избирательного права и сделать ещё один уверенный шаг к активному и осознанному участию в общественной жизни страны.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-ridder/press/news/details/1157639?lang=kk
A 900-seat school with the state language of instruction opened in Rudny 09.02.2026
A new general education school No. 8 with Kazakh as the language of instruction, designed for 900 students, has opened its doors in the city of Rudny as part of the National Project "Keleshek Mektepleri". This day was eagerly awaited by both schoolchildren and their parents.All necessary conditions for the development of students' abilities have been created in the new school. Separate blocks are provided for primary, middle, and senior levels. Subject classrooms for chemistry, biology, physics, computer science, robotics, as well as STEAM laboratories, contribute to the development of students' research culture. Classrooms are equipped with computer equipment, interactive whiteboards, and foreign language classrooms have language labs. The school has 3 gyms with necessary equipment, a choreography hall, and a cozy canteen. Workshops for vocational training are equipped with machinery and sewing equipment.For the comprehensive development of students, playgrounds for active games and quiet recreation have been installed in the schoolyard.The school acts as the regional coordinator for the Kostanay region of the Kazakhstan National Federation of UNESCO Clubs and plans to actively engage in international exchange of experience in this field.It is also important for the mining city that 62 new jobs have been created at the school. 34 of them are for teachers, who face the task of fully utilizing the created comfortable conditions to provide quality knowledge and develop students' intellectual, athletic, and creative abilities.It is worth recalling that 6 schools for 4500 students have been opened under the National Project: in Arkalyk (300 students), in Zarechnoye village, Kostanay district (900 students), two schools in Kostanay (for 1200 and 900 students), in Kushmurun village, Auliekol district (300 students), and in Rudny (900 students).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1157603?lang=kk
Scheduled pension benefit: when and where to apply? 09.02.2026
ANNOUNCEMENT Scheduled pension benefit: when and where to apply? Monthly pension benefits according to the established schedule from the UAPF in accordance with the Social Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan are paid to persons who have reached retirement age (men - 63 years, women - 61 years), as well as persons with disabilities of groups 1 or 2, established indefinitely, who have pension savings in the UAPF, in the manner determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan.To receive pension benefits from the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund (UAPF) through compulsory pension contributions upon reaching retirement age, as well as to receive a basic and solidarity pension from the state budget, beneficiaries must promptly contact the State Corporation "Government for Citizens" (PSC) at their place of residence. This can be done 10 days before reaching retirement age. All pension payments are made from the date of application. The date of application is considered to be the date of registration of the application and required documents at the PSC, provided that the beneficiary has reached retirement age. If they applied earlier, the date of application is considered to be the date of reaching retirement age. It is important to remember that pension benefits from the state budget and from the UAPF will not be assigned for the missed period.     It is also important to apply for pension benefits from the budget in a timely manner, as their assignment requires verification of the beneficiary's work history based on the documents submitted by the recipient.It is worth noting that in order to provide a proactive service for pension benefits from the UAPF to individuals who have reached retirement age and who have pension savings in the UAPF but have not applied for their payment, the UAPF conducts an annual reconciliation with the State Corporation to determine whether these individuals have assigned old-age pension benefits and a state basic pension benefit from budgetary funds. Based on the results of the annual reconciliation, if individuals are identified who have assigned pension benefits from budgetary funds, the UAPF provides them with a proactive service (without an application) to make pension benefits to them under the relevant agreement concluded with the State Corporation, using the bank details provided by the beneficiaries at the Public Service Center when assigning old-age pension benefits.      To receive a permanent payment of your pension savings due to a first or second group disability, you must contact the UAPF branch office either through your personal account on the website (enpf.kz) or in the UAPF mobile app using an electronic digital signature.Please note that the UAPF offers on-site service for individuals with permanent first or second group disabilities. A preliminary consultation is provided, including verification of eligibility for receiving services remotely, without an on-site visit. Pension benefits from the VPC can be started before reaching the generally established retirement age – starting at age 50. Furthermore, pension benefits from the VPC are provided to individuals with disabilities, regardless of the disability group or the duration of their disability.An application for VPC payments due to age or disability can be submitted online through your personal account on the enpf.kz website. The payment schedule is determined by the contributor. It should be noted that pension benefits from the UAPF are paid until the pension savings are depleted.It should be noted that pension benefit payments from the UAPF are made until the pension savings are depleted. On the enpf.kz website, in the "Services - Pension Benefitsts - Scheduled Payments" section, you can find a list of required documents depending on the type of pension benefit, the method of submission, the requirements for their completion, application forms and sample forms, and a sample power of attorney. Also, for security purposes and to prevent fraud against depositors, UAPF JSC would like to remind you of the following:Pension benefits are processed without intermediaries or commissions; The UAPF does not charge a fee for services, and all payments are made strictly in accordance with the law; Employees of government agencies, banks, law enforcement agencies, telecom operators, and the UAPF never request personal data, bank card details, SMS codes, or other confidential information by phone, email, or instant messaging; If callers address you by your first name and patronymic and know your residential address and place of work, this does not mean they are official. All necessary information can be obtained in various ways.The UAPF strongly recommends obtaining information from official sources and acting exclusively within the legal framework.Familiarize your loved ones, especially elderly relatives, with information security rules.Observe precautions to ensure the safety, security, and confidentiality of your personal information. The UAPF's advisory services are available via instant messaging (the WhatsApp and Viber chatbot at +7 771 171 72 01), on the corporate website enpf.kz, and on the UAPF's official social media pages: Instagram, Facebook, VKontakte, Telegram, and Odnoklassniki.    UAPF was founded on August 22, 2013 on the basis of GNPF APF JSC. The founder and shareholder of the UAPF is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan represented by the State Institution Committee of State Property and Privatization of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Trust management of UAPF pension assets is carried out by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In accordance with the pension legislation, the UAPF attracts compulsory pension contributions, employer’s compulsory pension contributions, compulsory occupational pension contributions, voluntary pension contributions, as well as carries out enrollment and accounting of voluntary pension contributions formed at the expense of the unclaimed amount of guaranteed compensation for the guaranteed deposit, transferred by the organization carrying out mandatory guarantee of deposits, in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On mandatory guarantee of deposits placed in second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan", ensures the implementation of pension benefits. The Fund also carries out accounting of target assets and target requirements, accounting and crediting of target savings (TS) to target savings accounts, payments of TS to their recipients in bank accounts, accounting for returns of TS in the manner determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the National Fund for Children program (More details at www.enpf.kz)    Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-altai/press/news/details/1158654?lang=kk
Kazakhstan Presented Approaches to the Use of Satellite Data in Climate Reporting at an International Conference in Tokyo 09.02.2026
The Kazakh delegation took part in the international conference Hybrid Approaches to Standards for BTR Development: Trust and Transparency in National GHG Inventories, held in Tokyo, Japan. The event was dedicated to the development of hybrid approaches to preparing Biennial Transparency Reports (BTRs) under the Paris Agreement. During the conference, Kazakhstan presented its approaches to integrating satellite data into the national greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory in order to enhance the accuracy, transparency, and comparability of climate reporting.Within the framework of the conference, Kazakhstan outlined its national position on the use of satellite data and “top-down” approaches as a complementary tool to traditional inventory methods applied under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). It was emphasized that the foundation of the national inventory remains ground-based monitoring data and official statistics produced by relevant government authorities in full compliance with IPCC methodologies.JSC “Zhasyl Damu”, acting as the national operator in the field of climate reporting and carbon regulation, actively contributes to the development and strengthening of the methodological and institutional framework of the national GHG inventory system, including the enhancement of quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) procedures and the introduction of modern analytical tools.According to the latest national GHG inventory:the “Agriculture” sector ranks second in the structure of national GHG emissions;the “Land Use, Land-Use Change and Forestry” (LULUCF) sector is currently a net source of emissions;data for this sector cover vast areas of pastures, agricultural and forest lands and are of key importance for the implementation of the country’s climate policy.Special attention was given to Kazakhstan’s high natural and climatic heterogeneity. The country’s territory includes arid and semi-arid zones, steppes, mountainous regions, and extensive agricultural lands. This significantly affects the spatial distribution of GHG emissions and removals and increases uncertainty in estimates, particularly in the LULUCF sector.The use of satellite observations is especially relevant for the regular updating of land-use maps, tracking transitions between land-use categories, assessing the impacts of wildfires and ecosystem recovery, as well as analyzing methane emission trends in agriculture and identifying anomalous changes related to livestock dynamics and crop residue burning practices.Discussions also highlighted methodological and institutional challenges, including discrepancies between atmospheric fluxes and inventory source categories. In this context, Kazakhstan adheres to a gradual and balanced approach, which предусматривает improving and harmonizing land-use data, implementing pilot projects in the Agriculture and LULUCF sectors, and progressively integrating satellite data into the national QA/QC system.The approach presented at the conference reflects Kazakhstan’s commitment to building a scientifically robust, sustainable, and transparent climate reporting system, as well as to strengthening international cooperation in climate policy. These efforts form part of the preparations for the Regional Environmental Summit 2026, which will be held in Kazakhstan and will serve as an important platform for discussing regional climate initiatives and solutions.Background: The Regional Environmental Summit (RES 2026) is an international event aimed at bringing together Central Asian countries and other states to address pressing environmental challenges, including climate change, water resources degradation, sustainable natural resource management, and others. RES 2026 will take place from April 22 to 24, 2026, in Astana (Kazakhstan). The Summit is expected to host 1,500 delegates, including representatives of governments, international organizations, businesses, and the scientific community. The initiative to hold RES 2026 in partnership with the United Nations was announced by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, during the 78th session of the UN General Assembly in 2023. More information about RES 2026 is available at: https://res2026.kz/ Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/1157610?lang=kk
Kazakhstan pavilion at OTM-2026 in Mumbai receives international recognition 09.02.2026
Mumbai, 5-7 February 2026 - Kazakh delegation took part in one of Asia's largest international tourism exhibitions, Outbound Travel Market (OTM) 2026.According to the organizers, this year's exhibition was the largest in its history, with over 2,200 representatives from more than 60 countries, as well as 30 Indian states and union territories. Participants in the event include high-ranking representatives of government agencies, national tourism organizations, airlines, hotel chains, and leading players in the global tourism industry.The Kazakh delegation included representatives of the Embassy of Kazakhstan in India and the Almaty City Administration. In addition, the event was attended by executives from leading Kazakhstan's tourism companies, as well as representatives from organizations such as Air Astana, the Ritz-Carlton Kazakhstan hotel chain, and other industry-specific companies.The Kazakhstan pavilion presented the country's rich and harmonious cultural heritage, embodied in a contemporary design solution. The exhibition vividly demonstrated Kazakhstan's national craftsmanship, culture, and identity, helping to strengthen its position as one of Central Asia's leading touristic destinations.The exhibition attracted considerable attention from the professional community and, at the end of the exhibition, was awarded the prestigious prize for “Best Promotion of Urban Tourism.”As part of the exhibition in Mumbai, the Kazakh delegation held more than 100 targeted B2B meetings with leading tour operators, airlines, and international hotel chains. The talks focused on developing inbound tourism, creating new tourism products, and expanding partnerships, with a particular emphasis on the promising Indian market.On the final day of the exhibition, Kazakhstan strengthened its steadily developing cooperation with the Indian tourism industry by organizing a themed networking evening held in conjunction with the OTM-2026 exhibition.The format of the meeting organically combined the presentation of touristic destinations and substantive industry dialogue, which clearly reflected the sustained momentum of cooperation between Kazakhstan and India in the fields of tourism, aviation, and investment.Speaking to the audience, the representative of the Embassy of Kazakhstan in India emphasized the strategic role of tourism in the current stage of bilateral relations.“We welcome the Indian government's decision to grant Kazakh citizens free visas for up to 30 days for tourism and medical purposes. This step will make a significant contribution to further strengthening bilateral ties and will promote the development of deeper contacts at the citizen level,” he said.At the end of his speech, the Embassy representative invited Indian companies to participate in investment projects in the tourism sector in the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-delhi/press/news/details/1157614?lang=kk
The next meeting of the Constitutional Commission 09.02.2026
A regular meeting of the Constitutional Reforms Commission (Constitutional Commission) will be held today.The event will be broadcast live on the official social media pages:— consot_kz— constcouncil.kz— "Constitutional reform – 2026"The live broadcast starts at 16:00.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1157577?lang=kk
In Auliyekol, new residents were presented with keys to new apartments 09.02.2026
During a working trip to the Auliekol district, the akim (governor) of the Kostanay region, Kumar Aksakalov, participated in a ceremony to hand over keys to new apartments to residents of the village of Auliekol from among socially vulnerable categories of citizens.In Auliekol, for the first time in many years, not counting housing built after a fire, a new multi-apartment residential building has been constructed.The housing was provided from the municipal housing stock as part of the implementation of state housing policy. A total of 24 apartments were handed over to the new residents. The project was implemented using budgetary funds, with a total cost of 356.3 million tenge. The housing supplier was "Yelorda Invest Stroy" LLP.The regional akim noted that the development of housing construction is one of the priorities of state policy. He also noted that housing construction is actively developing not only in cities but also in district centers and villages, which increases their attractiveness for living and working."The Head of State pays special attention to the housing construction sector. In the Kostanay region, this work is carried out systematically, and the volume of housing commissioned is growing annually. By the end of 2025, 517.4 thousand square meters of housing were commissioned in the region, of which 63.7 thousand were in rural areas. This has made it possible to provide apartments to more than 5.4 thousand families," noted the head of the region.The total area of the residential premises is 1,228.8 square meters. The new three-story building includes 9 one-room and 15 two-room apartments ranging in area from 37 to 64 square meters. The apartments were handed over with finished interior work, equipped with all utility connections, and are completely ready for occupancy.Concluding the ceremony, the head of the region congratulated the new residents and wished them well-being.Special attention in the region is paid to supporting youth. The "Kostanay Zhastary" program is being implemented, under which over 340 young families have purchased their own housing in three years.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1157583?lang=kk
US$35.20 million was used by young Kazakhstanis for housing and education 09.02.2026
ANNOUNCEMENT US$35.20 million was used by young Kazakhstanis for housing and education From February 1, 2024, to February 1, 2026, 223,785 applications totaling $35.20 million have been processed (transferred to authorized operators for crediting to applicants' bank accounts).Of these:139,759 applications totaling over $22.09 million were processed for housing improvements;84,026 applications totaling $13.11 million were processed for payment for education.As a reminder, recipients of targeted savings (TS) have the right to use the entire amount or a portion of it. Any unused balance remains in the targeted savings account (TSA). The most popular sub-purposes for using funds to improve housing conditions were: replenishing a deposit in housing construction savings for further accumulation (136,490 applications completed for a total of $21.61 million), making a down payment to obtain a mortgage loan for the purchase of housing - 1,108 applications for a total of $164.71 thousand, and acquiring housing through civil law transactions (final settlement) - 819 applications for a total of $119.36 thousand. The most popular sub-goals in terms of paying for education were: payment for educational services of educational organizations located in the Republic of Kazakhstan, in installments (for each academic period or academic year) or in full at one time (for the entire period of study) (76,643 applications were completed for a total of approximately 12.15 million US dollars), replenishment of an educational savings deposit under an agreement on an educational savings deposit (5,134 applications were completed for a total of over 645.10 thousand US dollars), payment for educational services of foreign educational organizations in installments (for each academic period or academic year) or in full at one time (for the entire period of study) (1,827 applications were completed for a total of 252.49 thousand US dollars). Detailed information on social security payments for the purpose of improving housing conditions and/or paying for education, broken down by authorized operators and regions, can be found on the website enpf.kz. As a reminder, Kazakhstani children received a further payment of $130.71 per child based on the results of 2025, $129.38 per child in 2024, and $100.52 per child in 2023. Children under 18 receive annual payments from the National Fund as targeted benefits, which are recorded in their accounts opened with the UAPF. According to law, the amounts accrued to young Kazakhstani citizens remain part of the National Fund's assets and continue to be invested. Through continued investment, each child's targeted requirement amount increases annually through the investment income received.As a result, the total amount of all accumulated target requirements (including the annually accrued investment income) for a child participating in the program:- the third year, was $370.56;- the second year, was $263.93;- the first year, was $130.71. Adult citizens must independently obtain information about their target requirements through their personal account on the UAPF or e-government websites, and then contact an authorized operator to open a US dollar bank account and submit an online application for target requirements to improve housing conditions and/or pay for education. Currently, the authorized operators are:JSC Otbasy Bank (for housing and education),JSC Halyk Bank (for education),JSC Bank CenterCredit (for education). Statistics on minor children eligible for targeted requirements and adult recipients of targeted savings, as well as on the use of targeted savings for housing and/or education, can be found on the enpf.kz website. You can review the program terms, get instructions, and get answers to your questions on the website kids.enpf.kz. You can also view video comments and instructions on the topic on the БЖЗҚЕНПФ YouTube channel:video commentary by the Chairman of the Executive Board of UAPF JSC Zh.B. Kurmanov:https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=30CdPWl6dv0         video commentary by Managing Director of UAPF JSC M.T. Sharipov:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APg2vATmMk0Video commentary "Question and Answer" on the "National Fund for Children" program:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4cKr1VCAvUkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrV0y37Gjnk Instructions for the "National Fund for Children" website:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgP3dmMwAHchttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyC2c-HgqpQInstructions for the implementation of the "National Fund for Children" program:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqeT41rWecAhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNBSS1VHdWU Instructions on how to check savings under the "National Fund for Children" program for adult Kazakhstani citizens:https://youtu.be/lP1JQ0CuCrs?si=rZV0_mziIQR1MAgLhttps://youtu.be/qkBLyBVUzGY?si=7fjzS5O_ylBQvVyH  UAPF was founded on August 22, 2013 on the basis of GNPF APF JSC. The founder and shareholder of the UAPF is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan represented by the State Institution Committee of State Property and Privatization of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Trust management of UAPF pension assets is carried out by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In accordance with the pension legislation, the UAPF attracts compulsory pension contributions, employer’s compulsory pension contributions, compulsory occupational pension contributions, voluntary pension contributions, as well as carries out enrollment and accounting of voluntary pension contributions formed at the expense of the unclaimed amount of guaranteed compensation for the guaranteed deposit, transferred by the organization carrying out mandatory guarantee of deposits, in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On mandatory guarantee of deposits placed in second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan", ensures the implementation of pension benefits. The Fund also carries out accounting of target assets and target requirements, accounting and crediting of target savings (TS) to target savings accounts, payments of TS to their recipients in bank accounts, accounting for returns of TS in the manner determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the National Fund for Children program (More details at www.enpf.kz)              Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-altai/press/news/details/1158657?lang=kk
6 railway stations are being reconstructed in the Kostanay region 09.02.2026
The Amankaragai station building has resumed operations after a major renovationin the Auliekol districtOn the instructions of the President, a large-scale program for the renewal of railway stations is being implemented in the republic. In the Kostanay region, six stations are being reconstructed - in Kostanay, Arkalyk, Tobol, Zhelezorudny, Amankaragai, and Kushmurun.Today, the Amankaragai station building has already resumed operations after a major renovation. The reconstruction of the building was carried out under the order of JSC "NC "Kazakhstan Temir Zholy". The general contractor was "SERVISSTAL" LLP.During a working visit to the village of Amankaragai in the Auliekol district, the Akim (Governor) of the Kostanay region, Kumar Aksakalov, emphasized that the railway station is one of the key transport facilities."The station building has been updated and its area increased from 403 m2 to 435 m2. Engineering networks, waiting halls and ticket zones, sanitary facilities have been modernized, and modern security systems have been implemented. Special attention during the reconstruction was paid to creating a barrier-free environment. Conditions have been provided for people with limited mobility, the elderly, and passengers with children. The level of comfort and quality of passenger service has been significantly improved", noted the Akim of the Kostanay region, Kumar Aksakalov.For the period of reconstruction, the relocation of passengers and staff to the ECP (Electrical Centralization Post) building was organized, equipped with 40 seats and a heating system, which ensured comfortable conditions during the autumn-winter period.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1157568?lang=kk
A meeting of the working group on developing effective measures for trapping and keeping stray animals was held in the Ust-Kamenogorsk city maslikhat, which was attended by deputies of the city maslikhat, representatives of competent government agencies, animal rights organizations, as well as public figures of the city. 09.02.2026
The meeting discussed the appeals and suggestions received from residents to solve the current problematic situation with neglected animals in the city.During the meeting, the need for a comprehensive solution to the problem of neglected animals in accordance with the legislation was noted.As a result, the working group sent the following recommendations to government agencies:strengthen control over the fulfillment of contractual obligations in the framework of public procurement of trapping, sterilization, identification and temporary maintenance of neglected animals;conduct raids on the private sector of the city to check the maintenance of pets in accordance with legal requirements;conduct an information campaign on the need for responsible pet care;prepare an additional budget application for trapping, keeping, identification and sterilization of neglected animals.Proposals on amendments to laws and regulations related to responsible pet care were also sent to the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The Working Group will continue its activities, combining the efforts of government agencies, deputies and public organizations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ukmaslihat/press/news/details/1157458?lang=kk
ANNOUNCEMENT! Live broadcast on "Transitional Provisions for Special Tax Regimes" 09.02.2026
ANNOUNCEMENT! Live broadcast on "Transitional Provisions for Special Tax Regimes."On February 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM, we will host a live broadcast on our Instagram page mkd_aqmol on the topic "Transitional Provisions for Special Tax Regimes." Speaker – Nazgul Ayupova, head of non-production payments departmentModerator – Shynar Musina, head of outreach and contact center departmentSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1157358?lang=kk
Participation in the Republican Championship "ASTANA TECH CUP-2026" 09.02.2026
7-8 февраля 2026 года прошёл Республиканский чемпионат «ASTANA TECH CUP-2026». Учащиеся КГУ «Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) имени А.Бокейхана» Охан Нұрасыл, Делегат Таңжарық, под руководством педагогов Муратбек А. и Болат Б., в категории «Autonomous Car Racing» заняли III место и получили путевку на Fibonacci Internation Robot Olympiad Туркия в Турции (г.Анталия).Желаем дальнейших побед!#ASTANATECHCUP2026  #FibonacciOlympiadSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu-osakarovka/press/news/details/1157301?lang=kk
Contering biological terrorism discussed in Almaty 09.02.2026
On February 9, 2026, Ambassador-at-Large – Head of the Representative Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty Zhanibek Abdrashov participated and delivered a welcoming speech at a Regional Training on Countering Biological Terrorism in Central Asia.
The event is organized by the United Nations Counter-Terrorism Centre (UNCCT) with the financial and organizational support of the MFA of Kazakhstan.
In his speech, the Head of the Representative office emphasized Kazakhstan's commitment to strengthening regional and international security, as well as active cooperation with the UNCCT on emergency challenges.Special attention was paid to the initiative to establish an International Agency for Biological Safety.
In conclusion, the participants confirmed their willingness to contribute to international initiatives in the field of security and sustainable development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-almaty/press/news/details/1157305?lang=kk
The main industry event of the year – the 13th Forum of Kazakhstan Machinery Manufactures – will be held on April 2–3, 2026, in Astana 09.02.2026
The Forum of Kazakhstan Machinery Manufactures is the main platform for dialogue between the state and business, where a conceptual vision for the development of the mechanical engineering and manufacturing industries is formed. The event will discuss mechanisms of state industrial policy, measures to stimulate import substitution, technological modernization, and increasing the competitiveness of domestic production. More than 1,000 participants are expected to attend, including representatives of government agencies, the business community, major consumers, and leading manufacturers of machine-building products from over 20 countries.As part of the Forum, from April 1 to 3, 2026, at the EXPO International Exhibition Center will host the KAZAKHSTAN MACHINERY FAIR 2026 international specialized exhibition, which will showcase modern technologies, equipment, and solutions for various segments of the machine-building industry.The Forum program and participant registration are available at the website www.smkz.kz: https://smkz.regist.kz/event.php?id=35 Join the event that determines the direction of development of Kazakhstan's machine building industry. #СМК #СоюзМашиностроителей #XIIIФорумМашиностроителейКазахстана #ҚазақстанМашинаЖасаушыларыныңXIIIФорумы #ҚМЖО#ForumOfKazakhstanMachineryManufactures #AKMI #13Forum #AssociationOfKazakhstanMachineryIndustry #mechanicalengineering Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/1157492?lang=kk
Family Solar Power Plant in the Enbekshikazakh District 09.02.2026
Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/1157353?lang=kk