On September 2, 2026, Ambassador Dauren Karipov of Kazakhstan met with Latvian Minister of Agriculture Uldis Augulis in Riga.They discussed current issues in Kazakh-Latvian relations, including trade, economics, investments, and agriculture, as well as the implementation of the protocol from the 9th session of the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, and Technical Cooperation.Both parties expressed satisfaction with the 4.2% increase in trade between their countries, which reached $85.5 million in the first half of 2026.During the discussion, it was noted that the most promising areas for Kazakh-Latvian joint ventures are dairy and beef farming, food production, fishing, food storage and transportation, logistics hub development, innovative technology introduction, and agricultural science advancement.At the end of the meeting, the parties confirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral partnership further and expanding their contacts in all the discussed areas.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-riga/press/news/details/1285396?lang=ru

New York, 1 September 2026 – An International Meeting on Victim Assistance and Environmental Remediation was held at United Nations Headquarters under the co-chairmanship of Kazakhstan and Kiribati.The meeting continued a series of events held at UN Headquarters to mark the International Day against Nuclear Tests, shifting the focus from preventing future tests to practical measures aimed at addressing their long-term humanitarian and environmental consequences.The event was convened pursuant to relevant UN General Assembly resolutions co-sponsored by Kazakhstan and Kiribati. Discussions focused on assistance to individuals and communities affected by the use and testing of nuclear weapons, the environmental remediation of affected areas, and the strengthening of international cooperation.As President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized in his statement on the occasion of the International Day against Nuclear Tests, the Semipalatinsk Nuclear Test Site inflicted irreparable harm on human health and the environment for decades, leaving behind a painful legacy. The international meeting was therefore aimed at advancing practical solutions to these challenges.Opening the event on behalf of the UN Secretary-General, UN High Representative for Disarmament Affairs Izumi Nakamitsu expressed appreciation to Kazakhstan and Kiribati for their leadership in convening this important discussion. She stressed that the consequences of the use and testing of nuclear weapons persist for decades and affect multiple generations, while addressing them requires sustained national efforts, adequate resources and effective international cooperation. Particular emphasis was placed on ensuring the participation of affected communities in identifying priorities and shaping assistance measures.Speaking as Co-Chair of the meeting, Permanent Representative of Kazakhstan to the United Nations Kairat Umarov emphasized that affected individuals and communities must remain at the centre of international efforts. He invited participants to share concrete experiences, lessons learned and practical recommendations capable of translating accumulated knowledge and expertise into tangible action.The voices of affected communities featured prominently in the programme. Masako Wada, a representative of the Japan Confederation of A- and H-Bomb Sufferers Organizations, Nihon Hidankyo, spoke about the long-term consequences of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.Kazakh artist and anti-nuclear activist Karipbek Kuyukov spoke about the consequences of nuclear testing at the Semipalatinsk Test Site and the significance of the international anti-nuclear movement “Nevada-Semipalatinsk.” Participants were also shown a short film about his life and public advocacy.The meeting attracted broad international interest, bringing together numerous representatives of UN Member States, international organizations, affected communities, civil society, and scientific and academic institutions. Participants exchanged national and expert experiences and put forward proposals for improving practical mechanisms for victim assistance and environmental remediation.Director of the Department of International Security at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Arsen Omarov presented Kazakhstan’s experience in addressing the consequences of nuclear testing at the Semipalatinsk Test Site, including measures to provide medical and social support to the population, conduct scientific research into the effects of nuclear testing, carry out radiation monitoring, and rehabilitate affected areas.He also highlighted the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) and the work of Kazakhstan and Kiribati as Co-Chairs of the Working Group on Victim Assistance, Environmental Remediation, and International Cooperation and Assistance. In particular, proposals were presented for establishing an international trust fund designed to facilitate the mobilization of financial, technical and scientific support for affected States and communities.During the thematic panel entitled “Victim Assistance and Environmental Remediation: Experiences, Lessons Learned and International Cooperation”, representatives of affected communities, including those from Kazakhstan, the World Health Organization, the International Committee of the Red Cross, and scientific and academic institutions discussed practical measures in this area.Following the meeting, the Co-Chairs will compile the practical proposals and recommendations presented during the discussions with a view to their subsequent implementation in accordance with the mandate of the UN General Assembly.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-kazakhstanun/press/news/details/1285387?lang=ru

September 3 marks the first-ever celebration of Kazakh Tazy Day in Kazakhstan. The date was chosen for a reason: on September 3, 2024, the Federation Cynologique Internationale (FCI) decided to grant preliminary recognition to Kazakhstan’s national dog breed.The decision was adopted in Amsterdam. The Kazakh Tazy was assigned international breed standard No. 372, while Kazakhstan was officially recognized as the breed’s country of origin.For centuries, the Kazakh Tazy has lived alongside people across the Great Steppe, serving as a traditional hunting dog and becoming an integral part of the culture and everyday life of the Kazakh people. Its special place in the national tradition is also reflected in the FCI international standard, which refers to the Tazy as one of the “Zheti Qazyna” the Seven Treasures of the Kazakh people.Efforts to preserve the breed and secure its international recognition have intensified in recent years. In 2022, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev instructed the relevant authorities to take measures to preserve the national breed and promote it internationally.In 2023, the necessary legislative framework was established. Issues related to the breed standard, certificates of origin, state support, scientific research, and breeding activities were formally regulated.An important milestone was the accession of the Union of Cynologists of Kazakhstan to the Federation Cynologique Internationale. On August 22, 2023, at the FCI General Assembly in Geneva, the Kazakh organization was granted full membership in the Federation. Its accession was supported by 72 of the 77 countries participating in the vote.Following this, Kazakhstan gained the opportunity to officially submit its national breed for international recognition. In March 2024, a package of documents on the Kazakh Tazy was submitted to the FCI and reviewed by the Federation’s Standards Commission and Scientific Commission.In May of the same year, a special single-breed dog show was held in Astana, where 100 Kazakh Tazys of different ages, colors, origins, and types were presented to international experts. FCI specialists assessed the dogs’ conformation, movement, and conformity with the breed type.As a result of this work, on September 3, 2024, the FCI decided to grant preliminary recognition to the Kazakh Tazy.“The Kazakh Tazy has lived alongside our people for centuries. The breed has been preserved to this day thanks to hunters, breeders, cynologists, dog owners, and everyone who has worked with the Tazy from generation to generation. International recognition was an important result of this work, but the work does not end there. Our task now is to preserve the Tazy’s breed characteristics, genetic pool, natural traits, and working qualities,” said Yerlan Nyssanbayev, Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Today, around four thousand Tazys are registered in the Unified Stud Book of the Union of Cynologists of Kazakhstan. The actual number of dogs is higher, however, as some animals in villages and remote areas have not yet been covered by the centralized canine registration system.Specialists continue their work across the regions, conducting breeding evaluations, collecting information on dogs’ origins, and maintaining records. This work is necessary to trace dogs’ pedigrees and offspring, preserve breed characteristics, and maintain the genetic diversity of the Tazy.The Kazakh Tazy is also being presented increasingly often at international venues. In 2025, the breed was officially showcased at the World Dog Show in Helsinki.In June 2026, Kazakhstan presented 12 Tazys at the World Dog Show in Bologna. As part of the FCI World Judges Congress, a separate professional presentation of the breed was also held for international judges. Kazakhstan operated a national pavilion at the show, where visitors could learn about the Tazy as well as the country’s traditions and culture.Work is also continuing within Kazakhstan. A building for the National Center for Kazakh Dog Breeds is currently under construction in the Zhetysu Region. The project is being organized by the regional akimat with the support of sponsors.The center will house and breed purebred dogs, maintain the Unified Pedigree Book, and issue certificates of origin. It is also planned to train experts and specialists in cynology, as well as to organize trials, exhibitions, breeding evaluations, and competitions at various levels.On February 20, 2026, the Government approved the Comprehensive Plan for the Preservation and Reproduction of Kazakh Dog Breeds for 2026-2036. State and non-governmental organizations will participate in its implementation. The plan provides for measures to preserve and reproduce the breeds, maintain breeding records, train specialists, and continue scientific and cynological work.On April 30, 2026, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev received FCI President Tamas Jakkel. The meeting focused on preserving the national breed, establishing a sustainable genetic pool, and further cooperation with the FCI. The President thanked Tamas Jakkel for his support in securing the preliminary recognition of the Kazakh Tazy.On May 2, as part of the Astana Winner 2026 international dog show in Astana, a special Kazakh Tazy single-breed show was held. Representatives of the FCI, as well as Kazakh and foreign cynologists, took part in the event.Preliminary recognition by the FCI is only one stage of the process. Before full recognition can be granted, the breed must undergo a lengthy period of observation and demonstrate stability over several generations. During this period, breeding records will continue to be maintained, while the dogs’ health, breed type, genetic diversity, natural traits, and working qualities will be closely monitored.September 3 is therefore not only a date marking the international recognition of the Kazakh Tazy, but also a reminder of the importance of preserving this national breed and passing it on to future generations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tallin/press/news/details/1285320?lang=ru

The Department of State Revenues in the Akmola region reminds that on September 15, 2026, the deadline for submitting the declaration within the framework of universal declaration ends!In the first year of entry into the universal declaration system, a Declaration of Assets and Liabilities (form 250.00) is submitted. In subsequent years, a Declaration of Income and Property (form 270.00) is submitted. The declaration can be provided using the services "Taxpayer's Cabinet" (knp.kgd.gov.kz), the "e-government" portal (egov.kz) and through the e-Salyq Azamat mobile application, eGov mobile, as well as mobile applications of second-level banks Halyk, Kaspi, etc.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1285315?lang=ru

Today, September 3, the Regional Communications Service held a briefing "Administration for universal declaration."During the briefing, the head of the Department of State Revenues in the Akmola region Nurlan Makhambet explained the changes in the procedure for submitting the declaration within the framework of the universal declaration.Universal declaration is a mechanism for controlling the income and property of citizens by submitting declarations to the state revenue authorities.From January 1, 2021, a phased introduction of a system of universal declaration of income and property of individuals has been introduced in the Republic of Kazakhstan.Universal declaration is carried out in 4 stages. From January 1, 2025, the remaining category of the population belonging to the fourth stage of universal declaration is exempted from mandatory declaration: (pensioners, employees of private structures, students, housewives, etc.), with the exception of persons with property abroad.The main tasks of universal declaration areEnsuring fair taxation and improving social policy;Creation of an effective mechanism for controlling the income of individuals;Reducing corruption and the shadow economy.Declaration of assets and liabilities (250.00) is submitted by:1) adult citizens, residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan who own property abroad, including: real estate, vehicles, land; interest in foreign companies; money in accounts in foreign banks and brokerage accounts, if their total amount exceeds 1000 MCI (in 2025 MCI-3932tg., 1000x3932 = 3,932,000tg.); investment gold; share in housing construction; securities, receivables/payables of other persons to an individual.2) candidates for elected and state positions, as well as their spouses;3) persons applying for the status of a major participant: banks; securities market and insurance companies, as well as their spouses;The Declaration of Assets and Liabilities is intended to provide individuals with information on the availability of:- movable/immovable property registered in Kazakhstan and/or abroad:- money in a foreign bank over 1,000 MCI and brokerage accounts;- interest in the authorized capital of a legal entity established outside the Republic of Kazakhstan;- share in real estate construction;- securities, industrial financial instruments, digital assets (bitcoins, etc.), investment gold, intellectual property, copyright;- cash, within 10000-fold MCI;- receivables/payables;- other property (optional) with a value over 1000 MCI. In 2026, the declaration of income and property (270.00) for 2025 is required to submit:1) civil servants and equivalent persons, as well as their spouses;2) large participants of banks, securities market and insurance organizations, as well as their spouses;3) managers, founders (participants) of the quasi-public sector, legal entities owning more than 10% of the share in the authorized capital;4) persons engaged in private practice (notaries, lawyers, private bailiffs, mediators);5) persons who have received income subject to independent taxation;6) persons who have funds in accounts with foreign banks, if their total amount exceeds 1000 MCI;7) persons with assets abroad and digital assets;8) persons who during the reporting tax period acquired property with an aggregate value of more than 20,000 times the size of the MCI, including outside the Republic of Kazakhstan.9) persons who submitted an application to the tax agenton the application of tax deductions in the form of a preliminary amount of other deductions.The declaration of income and property reflects:- receivables of other persons to an individual and (or) payables of an individual to other persons formed as of the date of the declaration:- Income and property located in Kazakhstan and abroad:- income subject to taxation independently;- tax deductions (REPLACED by a standard deduction of 360 MCI per year;- acquisition/alienation and gratuitous receipt of property in the Republic of Kazakhstan and abroad, as well as their sources of coverage of expenses (movable/immovable property, securities, production financial instruments, share in housing construction, investment gold);- offset and return of excess amount as per ITP;- money in a foreign bank over 1,000 MCI;- property owned as of December 31 of the reporting tax period abroad (securities, share in the authorized captain of yul, intellectual property, investment gold);- receivables/payables with title documents;Deadline for submission of tax returns:Declaration of assets and liabilities due date (Form 250.00)no later than September 15 of the current year, in which the obligation to submit the declaration arose, at the place of residence.Income and property declaration deadline (Form 270.00)no later than September 15 of the year following the reporting calendar year, at the place of residence.Administrative responsibility of individualsFor failure to submit the declaration:for the first time during the year - a warning.for repeated violation during the year - a fine of 58,980 tenge (15 MCI for 2025).For submission of incomplete, inaccurate information in the declaration:for the first time during the year - a warning, for a repeated violation during the year - a fine of 11,796 tenge (3 MCI).For concealment of objects of taxation:for concealment by an individual of information about the presence of property on the right of ownership outside the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as money in bank accounts located outside the Republic of Kazakhstan, declarations of income and property, declarations on individual income tax, committed by not reflecting them in the declarations, - entails a fine of 393,200 tenge (100 MCI).Methods of submission of the Declaration of Income and PropertyElectronically via:- "Taxpayer's Office" (knp.kgd.gov.kz),- e-government portal (egov.kz);- mobile applications: e-Salyq Azamat, eGov mobile, moldir.qoldau.kz, HALYKBank (HALYK), CenterCreditBank (bcc.kz), Kaspi.kz.On paper:- to state revenue bodies in an explicit manner;- in PSC;- by registered mail.     Representatives of the media asked questions of interest to them, to which they received competent explanations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1285304?lang=ru

🌿 Sanitary cleanup operations underway in Kyzyltobe Rural DistrictSanitary cleanup activities—including mowing dried grass and tidying up the grounds—are currently being carried out by the "Taza Munaily" municipal enterprise in the "Zhastar" Park area of ​​the Kyzyltobe Rural District.Efforts to maintain cleanliness, enhance the landscape, and improve the area are continuing on an ongoing basis.Press Service of the Kyzyltobe Rural District Akim's OfficeSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-munaily-qyzyltobe/press/news/details/1285151?lang=ru

Akim of the region Murat Ergeshbayev met with the head of Roca Group, Daniel Hernandez. The meeting discussed the construction of a sanitary ware plant and the implementation of the company's production projects.In August of this year, during a working visit of First Deputy Prime Minister Nurlybek Nalibayev to the region, plans were announced to launch an assembly line for faucets and installation systems by the end of the year. Currently, production buildings of the partnerships "Panabek" and "Kolіk qurylys kompaniyasy" have been proposed for housing the assembly shop.In addition, the partnership "Panabek" has developed and presented to the company's representatives metal installations necessary for the production of sanitary ware. If the product quality meets the requirements of Roca Group, the possibility of establishing a mutually beneficial partnership with local entrepreneurs will be considered.Within the framework of the project, priority will be given to increasing local content and using the company's products at construction sites in the region.In particular, these products will be used at social facilities, in five-star and three-star hotels on the territory of the Presidential Park.The regional akimat is ready to provide comprehensive support to investment projects in the region and to the company.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1285124?lang=ru

️ ️️ ️ On the territory of kyzyltobe rural district, work is underway to paint pedestrian lanes of intra-village roads, draw special road markings in front of educational organizations.Баспасөз press service of the Office of the Akim of kyzyltobe rural district!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-munaily-qyzyltobe/press/news/details/1285078?lang=ru

TAX REPORTING:September 15:Form 400.00 – excise tax declaration for July 2026;Form 250.00 – declaration of assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2025;Form 270.00 – income and property declaration for 2025, submitted by resident individuals and resident labor immigrants of the Republic of Kazakhstan.TAX REPORTS:September 21:Form 328.00 — application for the import of goods and payment of indirect taxes for August 2026;Form 851.00 — calculation of the amounts of current payments for the use of land plots;Form 870.00 — declaration on payment for negative impact on the environment.PAYMENTSSeptember 7:Income tax on individuals engaged in private practice for August 2026.September 15:Personal income tax for the self-employed, listed by the operator of the Internet platform for August 2026.PAYMENTSSeptember 21st:VAT in the EAEU for August 2026;Excise tax, including imports from the EAEU countries, for August 2026;Payment for the negative impact on the environment.September 24:IPT on income paid in August 2026 to certain categories of non‑residents.PAYMENTSSeptember 25:ΚΠΗ — advance payments for September 2026;CIT withheld at source on resident income paid in August 2026;IPT withheld at source;CIT withheld at source on non‑resident income.PIT on income of non‑resident individuals;PIT paid independently based on the income and property declaration (form 270.00) for 2025;PAYMENTSSeptember 25:PIT under the simplified tax system for self‑employed persons for August 2026;Social tax for August 2026;Fee for the use of the radio frequency spectrum;Payment for the provision of long-distance and (or) international telephone communications, as well as cellular communications;Payment for the use of land plots;PAYMENTSSeptember 25th:Payment for outdoor (visual) advertising for September 2026;Single payment for August 2026;Social payments (OPV, OPV, OPVR, CO, OCMC, VOSMS) for August 2026.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kostanay/press/news/details/1285044?lang=ru

HOW WAS THE DEBTOR DECLARED BANKRUPT, AND FOR HOW LONG WILL THE DEBTS BE WRITTEN OFF?The debtor’s obligations to creditors cease from the date the notice of the completion of the extrajudicial bankruptcy procedure and the recognition of the debtor as bankrupt is posted on the “e‑government” web portal.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kostanay/press/news/details/1285052?lang=ru

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A large-scale phase of railway infrastructure modernization has been completed in the East Kazakhstan Region. As part of the national programme being implemented on the instructions of the Head of State, five railway stations in the region have been renovated — in the cities of Ust-Kamenogorsk, Ridder and Shemonaikha, as well as at the Altai and Kumistau stations.In Ust-Kamenogorsk, the railway station of the Oskemen-1 station has been reconstructed. A modern railway station complex with an area of approximately 2,500 square metres was built to replace the building constructed in 1938. The facility serves more than 2,000 passengers daily. Twelve passenger trains pass through the station, connecting the regional centre with Astana, Almaty and other cities of Kazakhstan.The railway stations in Ridder and Shemonaikha have also undergone large-scale modernization. As part of the work, the facades and interior premises, engineering networks, passenger platforms and adjacent areas were renovated. Following the reconstruction, the area of the Ridder railway station is 471 square metres, while the area of the Shemonaikha railway station is 230 square metres.In the Altai district, the railway stations of Altai and Kumistau were opened after reconstruction. The buildings, constructed in the 1950s, have retained their historical appearance, while their engineering systems, waiting rooms and passenger platforms have been fully modernized.Particular attention was paid to passenger accessibility and safety as part of the modernization. The renovated railway stations are equipped with ramps, lifting platforms, tactile navigation and Braille signs, as well as modern fire and security systems.The development of railway infrastructure is important not only for improving the quality of services for the population, but also for the further development of tourism in East Kazakhstan. Modern and comfortable railway stations contribute to improving the transport accessibility of tourist areas, create favourable conditions for travellers and help create a positive first impression among visitors to the region.The modernization of railway infrastructure continues throughout the country. As part of the programme, 124 railway stations are being renovated. Since the beginning of the 2026 summer season, 70 facilities have already resumed operations following reconstruction.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tourism-vko/press/news/details/1285008?lang=ru

Cambodia Adopts Kazakhstan’s Advanced Approaches to the Digitalization of Public ServicesA delegation from the Ministry of Interior of the Kingdom of Cambodia visited the State Corporation “Government for Citizens” to study Kazakhstan’s experience in digitalizing and modernizing the public service delivery system.During the visit, the foreign guests familiarized themselves with the operations of front offices, the procedures for receiving applications and issuing completed documents, as well as modern solutions aimed at improving the quality and speed of public service delivery.The scale of Kazakhstan’s existing system enabled the delegation to gain practical insight into how public services are delivered to the population. Today, the country has 318 front offices, where citizens can access 1,330 types of public services. At the same time, 1,272 services are available online through the e-Government Portal.As part of the visit, the delegation was introduced to modernized “Digital Population Offices,” designed in accordance with Kaizen principles, featuring efficient zoning and expanded self-service areas. The guests also learned about 24/7 automated parcel terminals that allow citizens to collect completed documents at any time.The Cambodian delegation showed particular interest in the new format of Digital Public Service Centers — AI Offices, which combine artificial intelligence technologies with biometric identification. The offices bring together three functional zones: SELF, where citizens can obtain certificates through self-service terminals; DIGITAL, for accessing online services; and ASSIST, where complex issues can be addressed with the assistance of a consultant.Representatives of the Ministry of Interior of Cambodia highly appreciated the practical value of the solutions presented. The delegation expressed particular interest in the digitalization of processes, the development of self-service solutions, and the use of modern technologies, which could be taken into account in the further improvement of Cambodia’s public service delivery system. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/bko-terekty/press/news/details/1285400?lang=ru

New Delhi, 2 September 2026. Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of India Azamat Yeskarayev participated in the diplomatic dialogue “BRICS Energy Partnerships for Progress and Prosperity,” dedicated to BRICS priorities in strengthening energy security and resilience. The event brought together heads of diplomatic missions of BRICS member and partner countries, as well as representatives of India’s expert and academic communities.The discussion provided an opportunity for an exchange of views on the prospects for energy cooperation within BRICS, the development of renewable energy, critical minerals, advanced energy technologies, infrastructure, and investment cooperation. Participants highlighted the need to strengthen the resilience of supply chains, develop new energy and transport corridors, and expand technological cooperation among BRICS members and partners.In his remarks, Ambassador Yeskarayev presented Kazakhstan’s position on the role of BRICS in shaping a more sustainable and inclusive global energy system, highlighting Kazakhstan’s potential in traditional and renewable energy, critical minerals, and the development of Eurasian transport and energy connectivity.Particular attention was drawn to the initiative of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to establish an International Water Organization under the auspices of the United Nations as part of the UN80 reform process. It was emphasized that energy, food, and water security are closely interconnected, while growing pressure on water resources requires enhanced international coordination. Kazakhstan’s initiative seeks to consolidate existing international efforts, enhance the effectiveness of cooperation, and ensure that the global water agenda receives the necessary political attention.Participation in this event and the discussion of cooperation within the BRICS partnership framework are particularly timely in the lead-up to the BRICS Summit, to be held in New Delhi on 12–13 September 2026. The dialogue provides an important opportunity to articulate Kazakhstan’s priorities ahead of the Summit and to contribute substantively to shaping the agenda of the BRICS partnership.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-delhi/press/news/details/1284996?lang=ru

In East Kazakhstan, work continues to monitor and preserve the region’s unique natural biodiversity. Camera traps installed in the region’s specially protected natural areas make it possible to record rare animal species in their natural habitats.In the West Altai State Nature Reserve, camera traps recorded a brown bear — one of the characteristic representatives of the Altai taiga — as well as a maral deer inhabiting the mountain forests of East Kazakhstan.The footage obtained in the Katon-Karagay State National Nature Park is of particular importance. Camera traps recorded a snow leopard — a rare and protected species and one of the symbols of the region’s mountain ecosystems. Individual images made it possible to observe a female snow leopard together with her three cubs.In the Markakol State Nature Reserve, a camera trap also recorded a Siberian roe deer — a representative of the rich fauna of the Southern Altai.The use of camera traps is important for studying the condition of wild animal populations, monitoring their behavior, and assessing the state of natural ecosystems. The materials obtained also make it possible to visually demonstrate the natural wealth of East Kazakhstan.The presence of such unique natural complexes as the West Altai State Nature Reserve, the Katon-Karagay State National Nature Park and the Markakol State Nature Reserve in the region creates significant potential for the development of ecological and educational tourism.Preserving natural heritage and promoting responsible attitudes towards the environment remain important conditions for the sustainable development of the tourism industry in East Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tourism-vko/press/news/details/1285001?lang=ru

📋 The declaration of assets and liabilities (f. 250.00)Represents:1️⃣ citizens and residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan who have assets abroad: real estate, transport, land, shares in foreign companies, securities, investment gold, digital assets, etc.;2 . Candidates for elected and public office and their spouses;3. persons applying for the status of a major participant in banks, securities market organizations and insurance organizations, as well as their spouses;4. persons engaged in private practice: notaries, lawyers, private bailiffs, mediators;5️⃣ citizens and residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan who own digital assets.The declaration contains information about property in the Republic of Kazakhstan and abroad, securities, digital assets, investment gold, shares in foreign companies, money in foreign accounts over 1,000 MCI, cash within 10,000 MCI, foreign brokerage accounts and other property.💰 Income and property declaration (f. 270.00)is submitted:Civil servants and persons equated to them, as well as their spouses;Major participants of banks, securities market and insurance organizations and their spouses;heads and founders (participants) of legal entities owning more than 10% of the share or shares, as well as their resident spouses (with the exception of participants in non-profit organizations);Notaries, lawyers, private bailiffs and mediators;individuals who received income subject to self—taxation, for example, from rent, foreign bank accounts, transactions with digital assets, and other income from which tax was not withheld at the source of payment (except income from sole proprietors);persons with money in foreign bank accounts over 1,000 MCI or assets abroad;, owners of digital assets;🏠 persons who acquired property with a total value of over 20,000 MCI in 2025, including outside the Republic of Kazakhstan;persons who have submitted an application to the tax agent for the application of tax deductions in the form of a preliminary amount of other deductions.📌 f. 270.00 reflects income and property in Kazakhstan and abroad, income for self-taxation, tax deductions, acquisition and alienation of property, sources of acquisition of expensive property, as well as relevant information about foreign accounts, assets and loans.How do I submit the declaration?The declaration can be submitted:, through the Taxpayer 's Account;, through the e-government portal;📱 via mobile applications e-Salyq Azamat, eGov mobile, Halyk, CenterCredit Bank, Kaspi.kz;, on paper.Do not delay the filing of the declaration until the last day!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-karaganda/press/news/details/1284969?lang=ru

ASTANA – Central Asia and the Western Balkans may be geographically distant, but they are not economically or strategically disconnected. Their positions between major European and Eurasian markets create opportunities that have yet to be fully developed, according to Prof. Dr. Zijad Bećirović, director of the International Institute for Middle Eastern and Balkan Studies (IFIMES) in Ljubljana.According to Bećirović, the next step for Europe and Central Asia is to give the dialogue greater economic substance.According to him, Astana is developing a more sophisticated foreign policy model, which he described as “strategic redundancy,” seeking to reduce dependence by creating multiple political, economic, diplomatic, energy and transport options.“This is a highly sophisticated approach to international relations,” Bećirović said in an interview with The Astana Times, noting that resilience increasingly depends on having alternatives while maintaining constructive relations across different geopolitical divides.He said that this approach is becoming increasingly relevant as the international environment grows more fragmented and unpredictable. Rather than simply balancing competing powers, Kazakhstan is building a portfolio of relationships and routes that can reinforce one another and provide alternatives when geopolitical conditions change.From geopolitical dialogue to economic diplomacyBećirović’s assessment also reflects the changing role that IFIMES itself seeks to play. He is visiting Kazakhstan together with Janez Škrabec, founder and director of Slovenia-based RIKO, in what he described as part of a broader effort to connect political dialogue with practical economic cooperation.IFIMES has held Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council since 2018 and publishes the international scientific journal European Perspectives. Bećirović said this institutional position allows the institute to connect political, academic and economic perspectives.“We increasingly believe that economic diplomacy should complement political and security dialogue. In the current geopolitical environment, strategic relationships become sustainable when political understanding is translated into concrete economic interests, investment, technology transfer and long-term partnerships,” he said.RIKO, which Bećirović described as one of Slovenia’s most internationally recognized engineering companies, combines engineering expertise, advanced technologies, project management and implementation. He sees this expertise as relevant to Kazakhstan’s development priorities in sectors including energy, infrastructure, industry, environmental technologies and water management.The objective, he stressed, is not simply to identify commercial opportunities, but to explore projects in which European expertise, technology and engineering capabilities can contribute to Kazakhstan’s long-term development objectives.“Our objective is to turn geopolitical understanding into economic connectivity, investment and concrete projects,” Bećirović said.Kazakhstan as a Eurasian anchorBećirović sees Kazakhstan’s role becoming even more significant as the structure of Eurasian trade and connectivity changes. In his view, its importance extends beyond its territory and natural resources. What distinguishes the country is its ability to engage with different geopolitical centers while preserving strategic autonomy and avoiding dependence on any single power. He linked this directly to the evolution of Kazakhstan’s foreign policy under President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, arguing that the country’s strategic value is greatest when it remains open, connected and predictable.“What we are witnessing today is a shift from traditional geopolitical balancing towards what I would call strategic redundancy,” Bećirović said, describing it as the deliberate development of “multiple, mutually reinforcing channels of cooperation” in diplomacy, trade, transport, energy, investment and technology.For Kazakhstan, the logic is particularly relevant as transport corridors are being reconfigured, supply chains diversified and new economic centers emerge across Eurasia.Bećirović pointed specifically to the expansion of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route and other connectivity corridors linking Asia and Europe, saying Kazakhstan is exceptionally well positioned to benefit from these changes. But he also stressed that connectivity should not be viewed as a purely economic issue.“Economic connectivity and security can no longer be treated as separate concepts,” he said.Reliable transport routes, diversified energy supplies, investment opportunities and sustained political dialogue are becoming interconnected elements of strategic stability, he argued. A country that contributes to all of these dimensions strengthens not only its own resilience, but also that of the wider Eurasian space. In this sense, he believes Kazakhstan should no longer be viewed only through the traditional lens of Central Asian geopolitics.“Kazakhstan is increasingly positioning itself as a European, Asian and Eurasian partner simultaneously,” Bećirović said.He described the country as an actor capable not only of connecting different regions, interests and geopolitical perspectives, but also of shaping emerging patterns of cooperation among them.Beyond the East-West “bridge” narrativeFor years, Kazakhstan’s international role has often been described in terms of its ability to serve as a bridge between East and West. Bećirović believes that description is now becoming too limited. In his assessment, Kazakhstan’s real strategic advantage lies in its ability to convert geography into connectivity and political independence into resilience.“Astana is therefore no longer simply a bridge between East and West. It is increasingly becoming an actor shaping the future of Eurasia,” he said.That interpretation also expands the geography of Kazakhstan’s potential partnerships. Bećirović sees significant room for stronger economic links between Central Asia and Europe, including the Western Balkans, where he believes substantial potential remains underdeveloped. Rather than focusing only on bilateral ties, he said economic diplomacy should increasingly build broader networks linking markets, investors, institutions and regions.“Kazakhstan can serve as an important gateway between Central Asia and Europe, while the Western Balkans can provide an additional platform for connecting European markets with the wider Eurasian space,” he said.A Central Asia–Western Balkans platformThe challenge for Europe and Central Asia, according to Bećirović, is no longer primarily to establish political dialogue. That foundation already exists. The next step is to give that dialogue greater economic substance.“Europe and Central Asia have established a solid political dialogue, but I believe the economic dimension now needs to become much more ambitious and tangible,” he said.The key challenge, he added, is translating political understanding into concrete projects, investment, connectivity and long-term institutional partnerships. This is also where he sees IFIMES’s role expanding further: acting as a bridge between political decision-makers, the business community and the expert community, while creating platforms where geopolitical analysis can connect to practical economic opportunities.One of IFIMES’s most concrete ideas is to organize a Central Asia–Western Balkans Summit in Belgrade. Bećirović said the initiative reflects the institute’s belief that the two regions, despite their geographical distance, have complementary economic interests and considerable untapped potential. Serbia and President Aleksandar Vučić, he noted, have developed strong relations with Kazakhstan and other Central Asian states, while Belgrade has increasingly become a meeting point between Central and Southeast Europe and the wider Eurasian space.“The purpose should not be to create another purely political conference,” Bećirović said. Instead, he envisages an economic and strategic platform bringing together governments, companies, investors, financial institutions and experts.The focus, he said, should be on trade, investment, infrastructure, energy, transport, technology and industrial cooperation. He also highlighted the role of Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to Slovenia, Altay Abibullayev, describing his engagement and outreach in Slovenia as particularly visible and proactive and as a demonstration of Kazakhstan’s commitment to deepening relations with Slovenia and the European Union.Ultimately, Bećirović said, the objective should be to build “new corridors of cooperation rather than new dividing lines.”Central Asia and the Western Balkans may be geographically distant, he noted, but they are not economically or strategically disconnected. Their positions between major European and Eurasian markets create opportunities that have yet to be fully developed. For Bećirović, Kazakhstan’s experience offers a wider lesson for Europe: openness, connectivity and strategic redundancy do not have to compete with one another. They can reinforce one another and become the basis for a more resilient model of international engagement. https://astanatimes.com/2026/09/ifimes-expert-kazakhstans-strategic-redundancy-is-reshaping-its-role-in-eurasia/Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-ljubljana/press/news/details/1284973?lang=ru

The Department of State Revenue for the Karaganda region reports the following.After the goods are released, the customs authorities continue to exercise control. The following violations are most often detected:Incorrect classification of goods according to the HS code is a statement of an unreliable product code due to incorrect application of classification rules.Violations in the application of VAT by the offset method — including the sale of goods without the necessary adjustment of the VAT payment method.Incorrect determination of customs value — errors in choosing the method, determining the structure and size of the value, as well as the lack of documentary evidence.When can the declarant not be held accountable?Article 150 of the Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Customs Regulation" provides for cases of exemption from administrative liability, in particular when:🔹 self - identification and elimination of violations before the release of goods;timely elimination of violations upon notification of the customs authority;🔹 voluntary elimination of violations during the limitation period , subject to the established conditions;correcting errors in the customs declaration if they do not affect the amount of payments and compliance with prohibitions and restrictions;🔹 payment of additional payments in full within the prescribed period, if the amount does not exceed 500 MCI;the occurrence of confirmed technical errors in the electronic declaration information system.Important: timely detection and elimination of violations in cases stipulated by law helps to avoid administrative liability.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-karaganda/press/news/details/1284960?lang=ru

Bangkok, 3 September 2026. During the fifth session of the UN ESCAP Committee on Information and Communications Technology, Science, Technology and Innovation, the delegation of Kazakhstan presented an update on progress in implementing the project to establish the UN ESCAP Asian and Pacific Digital Solutions Centre for Sustainable Development in Almaty.In his statement, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to UN ESCAP Margulan Baimukhan reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s commitment to fulfilling the obligations undertaken under the relevant resolution adopted at the 82nd session of the Commission and noted that the country plans to ensure the opening of the Centre in 2027. The head of the Kazakh delegation called on ESCAP member States to actively participate in the work of the Centre, including by seconding representatives and experts, as well as by sharing best practices and digital solutions.Several participating UN ESCAP member States expressed their support for Kazakhstan’s initiative and welcomed the progress made in implementing the Astana Ministerial Declaration on Digital Inclusion and Transformation in Asia and the Pacific. Background: During the 82nd session of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) in Bangkok, a resolution establishing a UN ESCAP Asia and Pacific Digital Solutions Centre for Sustainable Development in Almaty was adopted by consensus of all 52 member States.The initiative attracted an unprecedented number of co-sponsors for an ESCAP resolution - 21 countries in total: Azerbaijan, Armenia, Bangladesh, Vanuatu, Georgia, Cambodia, China, Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan, the Russian Federation, Tajikistan, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Türkiye, Uzbekistan, Fiji and Sri Lanka.It is symbolic that the establishment of this new United Nations entity in Kazakhstan has taken place in the Year of Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence, as proclaimed by H.E. Mr. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of Kazakhstan.The Centre will become ESCAP’s sixth regional institution, alongside its existing specialized centres in Japan, China, the Republic of Korea, India and Iran.The Centre is envisaged as a neutral international platform under the auspices of the United Nations, aimed at identifying and disseminating best digital solutions from across the Asia-Pacific region in the field of public and social services.The activities of the new United Nations entity will contribute to bridging the digital divide across the region, with a particular focus on supporting least developed countries, landlock countries and small island developing States. The initiative also creates conditions for enhancing Kazakhstan’s export potential in IT services and promoting domestic digital solutions in international markets.The establishment of the UN ESCAP Asia-Pacific Digital Solutions Centre for Sustainable Development in Almaty will constitute a significant contribution to advancing the priorities of the Republic of Kazakhstan’s state policy in the fields of digitalization and artificial intelligence development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-thailand/press/news/details/1284942?lang=ru