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Solidarity and peace are the main values of Kazakhstan 22.08.2025
If we look at the history of the Kazakh people, we see that the development and future of the country have always been based on unity and harmony. The famous saying “Where there is unity, there is life” is the life motto of our people. In fact, what has made the country strong and led generations to civilization is unity and mutual respect. Throughout history, representatives of various ethnic groups have migrated to Kazakhstan by fate. In those difficult times, the Kazakh people did not turn a blind eye to them, but rather welcomed them with open arms and showed them care. Thanks to brotherhood and generosity, a solid foundation of friendship and peace was laid. This tradition continues unbroken to this day. Today, representatives of more than a hundred ethnic groups live peacefully under one roof in Kazakhstan. This is the result not only of the diversity of our people, but also of the constructive policy of our state. Each ethnic group, while preserving its own language and culture, contributes to the prosperity of our common homeland. The prosperity of any state is directly related to peace and stability. And the core of stability is harmony. Harmony is trust, respect, and the pursuit of a common goal between people. Only when harmony is established in society can a state achieve great success. Kazakhstan today is a clear example of unity and harmony to the whole world. Peaceful life in society paves the way for both the political and economic development of the country and its cultural revival. Therefore, maintaining peace is a sacred duty not only for the state, but also for every citizen. Friendship is a golden bridge that brings peoples closer together and strengthens trust between states. The people of Kazakhstan value this value highly and are making every effort to develop it. As domestic peace strengthens, our country's international reputation grows, and Kazakhstan becomes a symbol of peace and harmony. Friendship and solidarity in our country are our greatest achievement and a strong guarantee of our future. This is the pillar of our independence, the foundation of our stability. Therefore, our common duty is to preserve, develop and pass on these values to future generations. Friendship is a sign of patriotism, peace is the pillar of stability, unity is the path to the future. #WeTogether #PeaceAndHarmony #PeaceForAll #TogetherForPeace #APK30years #ANK30years #APK30years #АНК #ANK
NORMATIVE CONDITION OF HIGHWAYS REACHED 93% – IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PRESIDENTIAL MESSAGE 22.08.2025
As part of the implementation of the tasks set by the end of 2024, construction, repair and reconstruction work was carried out on 12 thousand kilometers of roads, of which the main work was completed on 7 thousand kilometers. More than 10 thousand pieces of equipment and 25 thousand specialists participated in the project. As a result, the normal condition of roads of republican significance improved by 93%, and the normative condition of local roads improved by 89%. One of the main priorities was to complete the reconstruction of four strategically important highways: "Karaganda - Almaty" (885 km): Reconstruction work to the first technical category with four lanes, modern barriers and full lighting has been completed. As part of the project, 33 bridges, 48 overpasses, and 700 culverts were built. "Taldykorgan - Ust-Kamenogorsk" (768 km): the road was upgraded to technical category I–II. During the construction, new bridges, intersections, and water crossings were built, which significantly increased the safety and comfort of traffic between Abai, East Kazakhstan, and Zhetysu regions. "Atyrau - Astrakhan" (212 km): This important transport route connecting Kazakhstan with the Russian Federation has been upgraded to category II. 6 bridges, 1 overpass, 60 crossing structures and rest areas have been built along the entire length of the road. "Aktobe - Kandyagash" (96 km): the reconstruction resulted in the improvement of the road to category I–II with four lanes. As part of the work, about 700 thousand tons of asphalt-concrete mixture were laid, 10 bridges, 5 overpasses and 3 intersections were built. This year, construction and repair work covered more than 13 thousand kilometers of roads, of which 7 thousand kilometers are undergoing medium repair work. The "Zhezkazgan - Petropavlovsk", "Mukyr - Kulsary", "Ural - Atyrau" and other highways have been completed, the construction of the "Central - West" highway, as well as the "Aktobe - Ulgaisyn", "Karaganda - Zhezkazgan" sections, the Saryagash, Rudny and Shymkent bypasses has begun. The "Kalbatau - Maikapchagay" road is being completed. "To control the overloading of trucks, 220 automated weighing stations will be installed by the end of 2025. Particular attention is being paid to digitalization. Electronic tickets, digital dispatch services, preventive maintenance, and intelligent transport systems are being introduced," said Vice Minister of Transport Maksat Kaliakparov.
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PRESIDENT'S ADDRESS: BY THE END OF 2024, 12 THOUSAND KILOMETERS OF HIGHWAYS WILL BE CONSTRUCTED, REPAIRED AND RECONSTRUCTED 22.08.2025
At the National Congress "Honest Person - Honest Work - Honest Success" held in March 2024, Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev gave a specific task to modernize at least 12 thousand kilometers of highways, paying special attention to the development of the country's road and transport infrastructure. According to the results of the year, this task was successfully implemented, and construction, repair and reconstruction work was carried out on 12 thousand kilometers of roads. Of these, the main work was fully completed on 7 thousand kilometers of roads. About 25 thousand specialists and more than 10 thousand pieces of special equipment were involved in this large-scale project. As a result, the share of national roads in good and satisfactory condition increased to 93%, and the share of local roads increased to 89%.
Open Day: Explanation of the new Tax Code 22.08.2025
In order to inform citizens and entrepreneurs about the upcoming changes in tax legislation, an “Open Doors Day” was held in the Department of State Revenue Service of Eskelda district.The main purpose of the event was to familiarize the participants with the key provisions of the new Tax Code, which will come into force in 2026.The participants received comprehensive information on the most important changes and innovations, including the specifics of taxation for small and medium-sized businesses, measures aimed at simplifying tax administration procedures and reducing bureaucratic barriers for business.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1099410?lang=kk
To the attention of the residents of Pavlodar! Additional taxpayer admission is now in the Super Center 22.08.2025
Since August 18, an additional reception of citizens has been organized by specialists of the Department of State Revenue for the Pavlodar region in the building of the Super Center (80 General Dyusenova St.). Opening hours: daily from 08:30 to 18:00, lunch break: from 13:00 to 14:30. You will be provided with government services in the field of taxation.You will be advised on the fulfillment of obligations by individuals for taxes on vehicles, property and land taxes. Comfortable. Quickly. No queues. Our experts are ready to clarify all questions!Department of Explanatory Work and Contact Center State Duma of the Pavlodar regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1055583?lang=kk
The 37th regular session was held in the Ust-Kamenogorsk city Maslikhat. 22.08.2025
During the regular session of the Ust-Kamenogorsk city Maslikhat, issues were considered, including those related to the activities of the maslikhat for 2025. Reports of the chairman of the city maslikhat, as well as the chairman of the Standing Committee on Infrastructure development and housing and communal services were heard during the meeting.Special attention was paid to the condition and development prospects of the outskirts of the city. The Department of Housing and Communal Services was recommended to ensure the completion of previously started repairs, carry out the necessary infrastructure development measures, and organize regular bus routes. It is also proposed to consider the possibility of creating additional recreation areas on the outskirts of the city.In order to resolve the issues raised at the reporting meetings with the population by the akim of the city, a joint resolution of the Akimat of Ust-Kamenogorsk and the decision of the city maslikhat "On establishing the boundaries of the village of Novo-Yavlenka, the city of Ust-Kamenogorsk, East Kazakhstan region" was adopted.The adoption of this decision will make it possible to apply state support measures provided for rural areas, including the establishment of wage allowances for workers living in rural areas, as well as the provision of rural quotas for school graduates. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ukmaslihat/press/news/details/1055296?lang=kk
On August 21 of this year, the Center for Mediation and Social Assistance "Shanyrak", the Ust-Kamenogorsk City Maslikhat and the Public Council of Ust-Kamenogorsk signed a memorandum of cooperation in the field of public consent development. 22.08.2025
The purpose of the memorandum is to strengthen comprehensive cooperation between the parties on the introduction of conciliation procedures, mediation and alternative ways to resolve problematic issues submitted to the Maslikhat and the city's Public Council.The parties agreed to jointly implement measures aimed at informing the public about the possibilities of using conciliatory methods, as well as at preventing and reducing conflict in society.According to this memorandum, it provides for the free provision of individual advisory legal assistance to residents of the city of Ust-Kamenogorsk.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ukmaslihat/press/news/details/1055301?lang=kk
One of the most important professions in the construction industry is a crane operator. 22.08.2025
2025 is the Year of Working Professions in our country. This initiative aims to increase the prestige of qualified personnel in the manufacturing sector and direct young people to in-demand technical professions. Among them, the construction crane operator holds a special place. A construction crane operator is a professional who ensures the efficient and safe implementation of complex construction works. He or she helps to ensure the speed and quality of the construction process by lifting heavy construction materials and equipment to the required height and placing them with precision. This profession requires a high level of responsibility, technical knowledge, concentration, and strict adherence to safety rules. In addition, the ability to work with modern construction equipment and mastery of automated control systems also enhance the professional skills of a crane operator. Construction is developing rapidly in our country. Training the necessary professionals for this industry is an important factor in the sustainable development of the economy. Therefore, mastering the profession of crane operator is one of the options that opens up promising prospects, stable income and professional growth. Raising the prestige of working professions is a real contribution to the development of the country.
Educational facilities are being renovated in Shymkent 22.08.2025
In accordance with the instructions of the Head of State, in 2025, the buildings of 10 educational organizations in the city (including 9 schools and 1 kindergarten) are undergoing complete renovation. The renovations will be fully completed before the start of the new school year, providing students and children with a modern and comfortable environment. This is another important step towards providing quality education and upbringing to children. #Shymkent #Education #NewSchool #renovation #educationdepartment #education #school #rsk_shymkent #rsk #futureschools
A jubilee concert dedicated to the 100th anniversary of Nurgisa Tlendiev was held in Bishkek 22.08.2025
In the capital of the Kyrgyz Republic — the city of Bishkek — a creative evening “Alqissa” was held to mark the 100th anniversary of the outstanding Kazakh composer, kuishi, and conductor Nurgisa Tlendiyev. The event was organized as part of the official visit of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Kyrgyzstan.The gala concert took place at the Abdylas Maldybayev Kyrgyz National Academic Opera and Ballet Theater. The cultural program was organized by the Akimat of Almaty Region. Leading creative ensembles and performers of the region presented their art to the residents and guests of Bishkek.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/1055185?lang=kk
KAZAKHSTANI SHOOTERS WON 7 MEDALS ON AUGUST 20. 22.08.2025
The national team of Kazakhstan on August 20 won 7 medals, including 1 silver and 6 bronze medals!In exercise skete among women Molchanova Anastasia won a bronze medal, in team competition of exercise skete the female national team of Kazakhstan won a silver medal, as a part of team: Hailova Olga, Sadakbayeva Adel, Molchanova Anastasia!In exercise PP-3 in the category among juniors, the national team of Kazakhstan won a bronze medal, as part of the team:FEDKIN KIRILLYNTYKBAY RAMAZANKIRILL TSUKANOVIn exercise PP-3 in the category among juniors, the national team of Kazakhstan won a bronze medal, as part of the team:ALIMBEK SIULEUSTINOVA KRISTINAZHAGIYA ASYLYMIn exercise PP-3 in the category among young men, the national team of Kazakhstan won a bronze medal, as part of the team:VLADIMIROVA KIRAKRADENOVA ALISAZHUKOVA SOFYAIn the PP-mix exercise in the junior category, the national team of Kazakhstan won a bronze medal, as part of the team:FEDKIN KIRILLALIMBEK SIULEIn the PP-mix exercise in the category among young men, the national team of Kazakhstan won a bronze medal, as part of the team:SMIRNOV DANIILKRADENOVA ALISAWe remind you that from August 16 to August 30, 2025 in the city of Shymkent in the ShymkentShooting Plaza shooting complex, the XVI-Championship of Asia in sports shooting started, in which more than 800 athletes from 27 countries take part.More than 700 medals were won at the competition.This event was organized with the support of:■ ■ General Partner - JSC NWF Samruk-Kazyna @ samrukkazyna _ official;● ● Partner - Sports Support Fund "Sport Qory" @ sportqory;■ ■ KAZ Minerals Group @ kazminerals _ official; ■■ ■ Joint Stock Company "AK Altynalmas" @ altynalmas.kz;■ ■ Corporation Kazakhmys LLP @ kazakhmys.news;✔️Eurasian Resources Group (ERG) @ergkazakhstanALE "Association" Kazakhstan Football Federation "@ kff _ resmiOrganizers:│ │ ОО "Kazakhstan Federation of sports shooting" @ kazshooting#shootingkazakhstan#sportqory#kazminerals#ERG#altynalmas# stand-up shooting# bullet-shooting bakazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-rudnyi-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1055127?lang=kk
Issues of debt of problem consumers discussed in Almaty region 22.08.2025
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Attention taxpayers! 22.08.2025
Tax reportingTNF 328.00 - Application for import of goods and payment of indirect taxIf a taxpayer of Kazakhstan imports goods from the EAEU countries, he must submit a tax statement on the import of goods in the form 328.00, the deadline for delivery of which is determined no later than the 20th day of the month following the month of import of goods. Also, the form 328.00 must be checked with the issued medical records.PaymentsExcise tax+ excise tax for the structural unitExcise taxes on excisable goods (with the exception of labeled excisable goods) imported from the territory of the EAEU are paid no later than the 20th day of the month following the month of registration of imported excisable goods.Amounts of indirect taxes on imported goods within the EAEUVAT on imported goods is paid at the location (place of residence) of taxpayers no later than the 20th day of the month following the tax period.August 25thPaymentsPersonal income tax at the source of payment, social tax, social payments, mandatory pension contributionsThe personal income tax withheld at the source of payment, social tax, social payments and mandatory pension contributions must be paid monthly no later than the 25th day of the month following the month in which the income was paid.Advance payments on the CPNThese advance payments are paid in equal installments before the 25th day of each month of the reporting quarter.Payment for the placement of outdoor (visual) advertisingThe amounts of fees to be paid to the budget for one calendar month for advertising are paid no later than the 25th of the following month.CPN at the source of paymentA resident is required to pay corporate income tax for a non-resident by the 25th day of the month following the month of income payment to a non-resident.Payment of export rental taxPayment of the export rental tax is made in equal installments before the 25th day of each month of the reporting quarter.Payment of the mining taxThe mining tax is paid in equal installments until the 25th day of each month of the reporting quarter.Payment for the use of water resources from surface sourcesFees for the use of surface water resources are charged quarterly, no later than the 25th of the second month following the reporting quarterValue added taxThe VAT payer is obliged to pay the tax to the budget for each tax period no later than the 25th day of the second month following the reporting tax period, the deadline for submitting the VAT declaration.Taxes and payments on the simplified declaration for half a yearTaxes calculated based on the results of entrepreneurial activity (3% of income) are paid by the 25th day of the second month following the reporting half-year, i.e. for the 1st half of the year before August 25, 2023 and for the 2nd half of the year before February 25, 2024.Digital Mining FeesPayment for digital mining is made in equal installments until the 25th of each month of the reporting quarter. according to KBK 105 317.Current payment of land tax and property taxThe amounts of current land tax and property tax payments are payable in equal installments by the 25th of each month of the reporting quarter.Gambling taxThe gambling tax is paid in equal installments until the 25th of each month of the reporting quarter.Retail taxTaxes must be paid by the 25th of the second month after the reporting period.Personal income tax and social payments under a special tax regime using a mobile applicationThe personal income tax withheld at the source of payment and social security payments must be paid monthly no later than the 25th day of the month following the month in which the income was paid.The current payment of the fee for the negative impact on the environmentThe current payment amounts for the actual amount of negative environmental impact are paid no later than the 25th of the second month following the reporting quarter.VAT on foreign Internet companiesSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kostanay/press/news/details/1055020?lang=kk
Kazakhstan and Grenada Signed Agreement on Visa-free Regime 22.08.2025
New York, August 18, 2025 – Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the United Nations, Kairat Umarov, and Permanent Representative of Grenada to the United Nations, Ingrid Jackson, signed the Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Government of Grenada on Exemption from Visa Requirements for the Holders of Diplomatic and Service/Official Passports.The international treaty provides for the waiver of entry visas for up to 30 calendar days for diplomats and officials of both countries. This step is aimed at fostering closer bilateral ties and further strengthening friendly relations between Kazakhstan and Grenada.The Agreement has been concluded for an indefinite period and will enter into force on the date of receipt, through diplomatic channels, of the last written notification confirming the completion by both parties of the required domestic procedures.The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in cooperation with the country’s diplomatic missions abroad, continues its active efforts to expand the number of states granting visa exemptions to citizens of Kazakhstan.Diplomatic relations between Kazakhstan and Grenada were established in November 2012. Grenada is an island state located in the southeastern Caribbean Sea on the island of the same name and six adjacent small islands in the Lesser Antilles archipelago. The most developed sector of the Grenadian economy is tourism. In 2023, the country was visited by more than 500 thousand tourists.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-mexico/press/news/details/1055014?lang=kk
Price monitoring was carried out. 22.08.2025
Monitoring of prices for 31 types of food products in stores in the village of Bastaushi was carried out.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-samar-bastaushy/press/news/details/1191443?lang=kk
A seminar on explaining the norms of the new Tax Code was held in the Department of Internal Affairs of Zhetysu district 22.08.2025
Today, the Department of State Revenue for the Zhetysu district of Almaty hosted a seminar with the participation of taxpayers, business representatives, as well as the management of the UGD.During the event, which was attended by Sadirov A. R., head of the Department of Internal Affairs for the Zhetysu district, and Komekova A. B., Deputy head, the amendments to the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, which will enter into force in 2025, were discussed in detail. Clarifications were also provided on key provisions of the new tax legislation, which will enter into force in 2026. The participants received answers to relevant questions regarding the application of the new standards.Such seminars contribute to an open dialogue, increase taxpayers' legal literacy, and strengthen partnerships between businesses and tax authorities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-almaty/press/news/details/1054980?lang=kk
On Holding Seminars in the State Revenue Departments of Zhambyl Region Regarding Tax Code Innovations Starting from 2026 22.08.2025
Seminars for taxpayers were held in the State Revenue Departments of Kordai, Merke, and Shu districts of Zhambyl region, focusing on the key changes introduced in the new Tax Code set to take effect from 2026.Participants of the event — individual entrepreneurs, private individuals, heads of peasant farms, and accountants — had the opportunity to familiarize themselves with upcoming amendments in tax legislation and ask relevant questions.The seminars covered the following topics: reduction of tax reporting forms, changes in special tax regimes, VAT reform, universal declaration, digitalization of tax administration, and other related issues.Held in an open dialogue format, the sessions provided taxpayers with practical recommendations on how to prepare for the upcoming changes and allowed for discussion of current concerns.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhambyl/press/news/details/1054998?lang=kk
In Shymkent, ANC members supported 532 schoolchildren as part of the “Road to School” campaign 21.08.2025
Today, in the Shymkent House of Friendship, the city Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan (APK) launched the “Road to School” campaign as part of the “Zhomart Jan” (“Generous Soul”) project. With the direct participation of a member of the city Assembly of People's Commissars and the Council of Elders, businessman Aaripjan Khalnazarov, as part of the campaign, 100 schoolchildren from socially vulnerable and large families were given school supplies (school bags, notebooks, pencil cases, colored pens, etc.) worth 1.5 million tenge. The charity event was attended by the deputy chairman of the city APK Takhirbek Nishanbayev, member of the Council of Elders under the city APK Aripjan Khalnazarov and the head of the institution "Kogamdyk Kelisim" Nurken Alimkulov. They personally presented the students with the necessary school supplies. The Council of Mothers under the city APK took on the responsibility of providing 32 first-graders with the necessary school supplies. In addition, activists of city ethnocultural associations held charity events in 13 locations in Shymkent, where they distributed items worth 6 million tenge to children from low-income, socially vulnerable and large families. It should be noted that with the support of members of the city ANC, within the framework of the “Road to School” campaign, 532 schoolchildren in Shymkent received assistance in the total amount of 7.9 million tenge.
IN SHYMKENT, ANC MEMBERS SUPPORTED 532 STUDENTS AS PART OF THE "WAY TO SCHOOL" ACTION 21.08.2025
Today, at the House of Friendship in Shymkent, the city's Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan launched the "Road to School" campaign as part of the "Generous Soul" project. With the direct participation of A. Khalnazarov, a member of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan and the Council of Elders of the city, entrepreneur, 100 students from socially disadvantaged and large families were provided with school supplies worth 1.5 million tenge (bags, notebooks, pencil cases, colored pens, pens, etc.) as part of the campaign. The event was attended by the Deputy Chairman of the City Council of the People's Commissars of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Takhirbek Nishanbayev, a member of the Council of Elders under the City Council of the People's Commissars of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Aripjan Khalnazarov, and the head of the Public Agreement organization, Nurken Alimkulov, who distributed educational materials to students. According to those responsible for organizing this action at the Assembly Square, in addition, the Mothers' Council under the city's ANC has taken it upon itself to provide 32 children attending primary school with the necessary educational materials, while activists of city ethnocultural associations are holding charity events for this very purpose in 13 locations in Shymkent, distributing goods worth 6 million tenge to children from low-income, socially vulnerable groups and large families. It is worth noting that, with the support of Shymkent city ANC members, a total of 7.9 million tenge was provided to 532 Shymkent students as part of the "Road to School" campaign.
21.08.2025 - Open Days were held in the building of 14 territorial departments of state revenue of the Department of State Revenue in the Karaganda region. 21.08.2025
21.08.2025 - Open Days were held in the building of 14 territorial departments of state revenue of the Department of State Revenue in the Karaganda region.As part of the event, taxpayers were provided with information on the following issues:The advantages of E-salyq azamat, e-Salyq Business and @salyqbot mobile applications.It was explained in detail how to use these services to easily obtain tax information and fulfill tax obligations.,Using the taxpayer's account. The participants of the event were told about the cabinet's capabilities, the procedure for submitting tax reports and the available electronic services.,Mobile transfers. Taxpayers have been informed about the procedure for taxation of mobile transfers, the conditions for their use and the basic legal requirements.📌The use of cash registers (KKM).Businessmen were reminded about the mandatory issuance of checks, responsibility for their absence and penalties.📌Anti-corruption legislation. Taxpayers have been informed of the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan” On combating Corruption", clarifications are given on measures of responsibility for corruption offenses.,Public services. Training was conducted on the use of electronic public services, the available services and the procedure for obtaining them were explained.On the categories of income and property declarations from January 1, 2025, as amended. During the event, new requirements, deadlines for submitting the declaration, the procedure for completing it, and responsibility for late reporting were explained to the participants.In accordance with the Resolution of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated August 31, 2016 No. 208, which entered into force on January 13, 2025, explanatory work was carried out on the changes made to the procedure for filling out a payment order.In addition, the main provisions of the new Tax Code (Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 214-VIII, July 18, 2025), which will enter into force on January 1, 2026, have been clarified."The main purpose of the event was to familiarize the participants in detail with the main provisions of the new Tax Code, which will enter into force in 2026.During the meeting, the norms of the Tax Code were explained to the entrepreneurs, special attention was paid to changes in the calculation and payment of such important taxes as VAT, CPN, IPN.The participants received detailed information about important changes and innovations, including the specifics of taxation for small and medium-sized businesses, measures aimed at simplifying tax administration procedures and reducing bureaucratic barriers for businesses.Explanations were given to all questions from taxpayers and memos were handed over.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-karaganda/press/news/details/1054977?lang=kk