On October 7, 2025, under the chairmanship of the First Deputy Minister of Defense – Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Kazakhstan, a videoconference meeting was held on the results of the recruitment of a young replenishment of the Border Guard Service of the National Security Committee of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the fall of 2025.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/upr-ump-kostanay/press/news/details/1082437?lang=kk

Riyadh, October 7, 2025 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Saudi Arabia Madiyar Menilbekov met with Naif Al Rajhi, the Chairman of “Fursan Travel Group” company.During the conversation, the parties discussed the prospects for expanding cooperation in the tourism sector and promoting Kazakhstan as an attractive destination for Saudi tourists.Naif Al-Rajhi praised Kazakhstan’s tourism potential and favorable business climate, showing interest in establishing a partnership with the Kazakh side.Following the meeting, the parties expressed interest in developing mutually beneficial partnership and agreed to continue the dialogue.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-riyadh/press/news/details/1082442?lang=kk

Mangystau Region and Constanța County signed a memorandum of cooperation.On October 7, the Akim of Mangystau Region, Nurdaulet Kilybay, met with a delegation led by Mădălina Lupu, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Romania to the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Florin Mitroi, Chairman of the Constanța County Council.During the meeting, the parties discussed the development of interregional cooperation, attracting investments, and the implementation of cultural and tourism-related projects.Florin Mitroi noted the high potential of economic relations between Romania and Kazakhstan and expressed Constanța County’s interest in establishing mutually beneficial partnerships with Mangystau.Nurdaulet Kilybay confirmed the region’s readiness to carry out joint projects with Romanian partners, emphasizing that Mangystau has significant investment potential and is open to new initiatives, international cooperation, and foreign investment. He expressed confidence that strengthening ties with Romania would contribute to the development of both regions.At the end of the meeting, Mangystau Region and Constanța County signed a memorandum of cooperation. The document is aimed at strengthening partnerships in economic, cultural, and social areas and at enabling the launch of new joint projects.Currently, five enterprises with Romanian capital are operating in various sectors of Mangystau Region’s economy. Between January and July 2025, bilateral trade turnover amounted to 378.2 million US dollars. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-uiir/press/news/details/1082459?lang=kk

Gabala, October 7, 2025 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held bilateral meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Hungary, Péter Szijjártó, on the sidelines of the Summit of the Organization of Turkic States.Discussions were held with the head of the Hungarian Foreign Ministry on the implementation of agreements reached following the state visit of Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Hungary in November 2024, as well as the visits to Kazakhstan by Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok and Speaker of Parliament László Kövér in September-October 2025.The interlocutors focused on issues related to the development and expansion of joint projects in the fields of agriculture, energy, healthcare, and finance. It was noted that the active political dialogue at the highest level contributes to strengthening trust and further deepening strategic cooperation between the two countries.Given Kazakhstan’s achievements in the field of IT and digitalization, Minister Kosherbayev proposed expanding the partnership between the countries in this promising area, including on the basis of the Alem.AI International Artificial Intelligence Center.In addition, an exchange of views took place on topical issues on the regional and global agenda. The parties confirmed their commitment to further close cooperation within multilateral structures.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-budapest/press/news/details/1082461?lang=kk

Düsseldorf, October 7, 2025 – On Tuesday, the Düsseldorf Business Association hosted a business roundtable titled “Kazakhstan - North Rhine-Westphalia: Cooperation and Partnership in Industrial, Raw Materials and Technological Sectors”. The event brought together around 60 representatives from the region’s business and public sectors.The co-organizers on the German side included the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Industry, Climate Action and Energy of North Rhine-Westphalia, the “NRW. Global Business” agency, the delegation of German Industry and Commerce for Central Asia and the Düsseldorf Chamber of Commerce and Industry.In his opening remarks, the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan Nurlan Onzhanov presented key aspects of Kazakhstan’s socioeconomic development and the main areas of bilateral cooperation with Germany.In his keynote address, the Vice Minister of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Saparbekov outlined Kazakhstan’s plans for industrialization and modernization of its industrial potential. He highlighted promising opportunities implementing joint projects in the country. He emphasized that German companies remain among Kazakhstan’s most active industrial partners, with over 90% of German investments directed toward the manufacturing sector. Both sides expressed strong interest in expanding cooperation in metallurgy, extraction and processing of critical raw materials, as well as in establishing joint high valueproduction facilities.For his part, State Secretary of the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Industry, Climate Action and Energy of North Rhine-Westphalia Paul Höller noted the growing interest of local businesses in further strengthening economic ties with Kazakhstan. He emphasized that companies from North Rhine-Westphalia have extensive experience and advanced technology in key sectors for bilateral cooperation such as industry, mining, metallurgy, chemistry, transport and logistics, green energy and innovation development.Peter Buchholz, Director of the German Mineral Resources Agency (DERA), discussed ongoing collaborative initiatives to identify and promote promising projects in the critical raw materials sector.During the ensuing discussion, participants exchanged views on ways to further deepen dialogue, expand business contacts and foster the creation of joint projects.With a gross regional product exceeding 870 billion euros in 2024, North Rhine-Westphalia remains Germany’s largest economic hub. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-berlin/press/news/details/1082471?lang=kk

7 October 2025, Bucharest – A round table organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Romania, together with the Middle East Political-Economic Institute (MEPEI) and the analytical center «EuroDefense Romania», was held.The event was timed to coincide with the discussion of President K.Tokayev's Address to the People of Kazakhstan, «Kazakhstan in the Era of Artificial Intelligence: Modern Challenges and Solutions through Digital Transformation».During the meeting, the Ambassador presented to the participants the main directions of the state policy of Kazakhstan aimed at digital transformation and development of artificial intelligence. He stressed that digitalization occupies a key place in the strategy of sustainable development of the country, contributing to the improvement of public administration, improving the quality of life of citizens and strengthening human capital.The Ambassador noted the importance of international cooperation and exchange of experience in the field of digital technologies, expressing Kazakhstan's readiness to expand partnerships and implement joint projects in this area.In his speech, the Kazakh diplomat also highlighted the main messages of the speech of the Head of State, voiced at the 80th session of the UNGA. Special attention was paid to Kazakhstan's foreign policy priorities aimed at strengthening international cooperation and active participation in global initiatives in the field of digital technologies and innovations.Representatives of the diplomatic corps, academia and think tanks took part in the discussion. Romanian experts showed high interest in the presented initiatives, shared their experience and ideas, emphasizing the potential for expanding partnerships in the field of digital technologies, cybersecurity and sustainable development.The roundtable became a significant platform for discussing the role of artificial intelligence in building a sustainable and competitive future for Kazakhstan, and contributed to strengthening the partnership between Kazakhstan and Romania in the context of digital transformation and innovation cooperation. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-bucharest/press/news/details/1082484?lang=kk

Lima, October 5–7, 2025 – The Kazakh team is taking part in the 2025 Youth Judo World Championship in the under-20 category. The Kazakh athletes were welcomed in the Peruvian capital by the Honorary Consul of Kazakhstan in Peru, Freddy Saravia.On the first day of the tournament, Kazakhstan’s Dana Abdirova reached the final in the under-57 kg weight category. Competing in this division, D. Abdirova held five matches, winning four of them. In the semifinal, she defeated Giovanna Andrade (Brazil), and in the decisive bout, she was bested by Mio Shirakane (Japan), earning a silver medal at the championship. Dana Abdirova’s silver became Kazakhstan’s first medal at the 2025 Youth Judo World Championship.According to official information from the International Judo Federation (IJF), the championship in Lima gathered 463 athletes from 65 countries.Congratulations to Dana Abdirova on winning the silver medal at the World Championship!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brazil/press/news/details/1082487?lang=kk

Lisbon, 7 October 2025 – The prospects for expanding cooperation between Kazakhstan and Portugal, amid emerging global challenges and opportunities, were the focus of discussions during a meeting between the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Portugal, H.E. Jean Galiev, and the President of the Portuguese Agency for Investment and Foreign Trade (AICEP), Ms Madalena Oliveira e Silva.Ambassador Galiev briefed Ms Oliveira e Silva on the main priorities outlined in the recent State of the Nation Address delivered by the President of Kazakhstan, H.E. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, placing particular emphasis on the most promising areas of bilateral trade, economic collaboration, and investment. Key sectors highlighted included tourism, information technology and artificial intelligence, agriculture and agro-industrial development, transport and logistics, the modernisation of water infrastructure, and energy, among others.Commending Kazakhstan’s favourable investment climate and steady economic growth, Ms Oliveira e Silva expressed readiness to foster partnerships across the identified sectors. “The time has come for Portuguese companies to explore new markets,” she stated. “When such opportunities and prospects present themselves, it is only right that we embrace risk and step beyond our comfort zones.”The two sides reached an agreement to organise a series of joint events aimed at bringing the business communities of both countries closer together and identifying mutually beneficial initiatives.AICEP is a governmental body responsible for promoting investment and supporting the internationalisation of the Portuguese economy. Through its headquarters in Portugal and a global network of offices across 50 countries, it facilitates export growth and the international expansion of Portuguese enterprises.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-lisbon/press/news/details/1082489?lang=kk

Montreal, 30 September 2025. On the field of the 42nd Session of the ICAO Assembly, the Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Mr. Timur Tlegenov, held a meeting with the Acting Chairman of the State Civil Aviation Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Mr. Bahruz Malikov, who paid a courtesy visit to the Permanent Mission of Kazakhstan to ICAO.During the meeting, the parties discussed current issues of bilateral cooperation in the field of civil aviation, including the expansion of flight geography and the increase in the number of direct flights between Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan.The discussions were held in a friendly and constructive atmosphere. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazakhstanicao/press/news/details/1082496?lang=kk

24 September 2025, Montreal. On the field of the 42nd Session of the ICAO Assembly, the Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Mr. Timur Tlegenov, held a meeting with the Deputy Director of the Civil Aviation Agency under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan, Mr. Aziz Nabizoda, who paid a courtesy visit to the Permanent Mission of Kazakhstan to ICAO.During the meeting, the parties discussed current issues of bilateral cooperation in the field of civil aviation, including interaction within the framework of the Eurasian Civil Aviation Conference (EACAC), as well as the exchange of experience.The talks were held in a friendly and trusting atmosphere.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazakhstanicao/press/news/details/1082497?lang=kk

On October 6-7, 2025, the XII International Forum "Anti-Counterfeiting-2025" was held in Minsk, Belarus with the assistance of the International Association of Anti-Counterfeiting and the National Intellectual Property Center of the Republic of Belarus. Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Belarus Natalia Petkevich attended the opening of the forum.The Forum is a platform for discussing problematic issues in the field of intellectual property rights protection in the context of Eurasian integration, where representatives of government agencies, business, the expert community and international organizations discussed key measures to counter illicit trafficking in industrial products and the protection of intellectual property rights within the EAEU.Chairman of the Committee on Intellectual Property Rights of the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan Sholpan Abdreyeva made presentations from the Republic of Kazakhstan. She spoke about the steps taken by the Ministry of Justice in the framework of digital transformation, in particular, the introduction of artificial intelligence technologies. Aliya Amanzhulova, Head of the Justice Department of Kostanay region, spoke about the law enforcement practice in the field of intellectual property rights protection in the Republic of Kazakhstan.Based on the results of the Forum, a final resolution is being developed on measures aimed at countering illicit trafficking in industrial products in the EAEU countries and on harmonizing the laws of the EAEU countries. Press ServiceDepartment of JusticeKostanay region Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet-kst/press/news/details/1082505?lang=kk

“UAPF” JSC (hereinafter referred to as the UAPF) presents a report on the management of pension assets by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (hereinafter referred to as the NBRK) and investment portfolio managers (hereinafter referred to as the IPM) on the enpf.kz website in the section “Indicators - Investment Activity”. The total volume of pension assets as of September 1, 2025 managed by the NBRK and the IPM amounted to 25,083.08 billion KZT. As of this date, the pension assets of the UAPF held in trust by the NBRK, formed at the expense of mandatory pension contributions (hereinafter referred to as MPC), mandatory professional pension contributions (hereinafter referred to as MPPC), voluntary pension contributions (hereinafter referred to as VPC), amounted to about 24,463.47 billion KZT[1]. The volume of pension assets formed at the expense of mandatory pension contributions of the employer (hereinafter referred to as the MPCE), which are in trust management of the NBRK, is 551.25 billion KZT.Pension assets managed by the IPM amounted to more than 68.36 billion KZT. Investment portfolio of pension assets managed by the NBRK The National Bank, as a trustee of UAPF pension assets, pursues a balanced investment policy: it invests in various types of financial instruments by currency, country, sector and issuer.As of September 1, 2025, the main areas of investment of pension assets formed at the expense of MPC, MPPC, VPC are as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 42.58%, bonds of quasi-public companies – 8.85%, bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 2.78%, deposits of the NBRK – 2.14%, shares and depositary receipts of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 1.77%, MFIs – 1.20%.As of September 1, 2025, the investment portfolio in terms of currencies in which financial instruments purchased at the expense of MPC, MPPC, APC are denominated is as follows: investments in the national currency – 57.33%, in US dollars – 42.67% of the portfolio of pension assets.From the analysis of the structure of income received, it follows that income in the form of interest on securities, including placed deposits and reverse repo transactions, amounted to 1,277.10 billion KZT, income from revaluation of foreign currency, except for assets under external management, amounted to 139.12 billion KZT, income from assets under external management, including taking into account exchange rate revaluation, amounted to 456.19 billion KZT,  other income - 5.16 billion KZT. The market revaluation of securities was negative.The amount of accrued investment income for the last 12 months from September 2024 to August 2025 amounted to about 2.74 trillion KZT, the yield for this period was 12.60% with inflation of 12.20%. As of September 1, 2025, the directions of investment of the MPCEare as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 97.58%, deposits of the NBRK - 2.22%, cash on investment accounts - 0.20%.The investment portfolio at the expense of the MPCE includes only financial instruments denominated in the national currency.As of September 1, 2025, the yield on compulsory pension insurance over the past 12 months was 7.64%.Recall that pension savings are long-term investments. Therefore, it is advisable to analyze the amount of investment income for a period of at least one year. In some periods, there may be a decrease in profitability due to the volatility of foreign exchange rates, changes in the market value of financial instruments, as well as the impact of inflation. Diversification of the investment portfolio, when the income on some instruments covers temporary losses on others, ensures the safety and sustainable profitability of pension savings in the long term. Thus, investment income in dynamics over the past 3 years shows stable growth, the return on pension assets exceeds the inflation rate.A detailed structure of theinvestment portfolio of financial instruments managed by the NBRK with an indication of issuers and an overview of investment activities are posted on the official website of the UAPF. Also on the website enpf.kz is information on the structure of the portfolio for pension assets formed at the expense of the MPCE.Investment Portfolio Managers The total volume of pension assets managed by the IPM is more than 68.36 billion KZT.  As of 01.09.2025, pension assets held in trust by “Alatau City Invest” JSC amounted to 12.74 billion KZT.The main investments of the company are: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 18.59%, Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) units – 16.76%, bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 16.29%, REPO – 16.14%, bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 11.33%, corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 6.17%, MFOs – 5.90%, corporate bonds of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 5.82%, government securities of foreign states – 2.77%. It should be noted that 75.09% of the portfolio is represented in KZT, 23.47% in US dollars, 1.43% in other currencies.As of September 1, 2025, the return on pension assets of the UAPF over the past 12 months, distributed to the accounts of contributors (recipients), amounted to 10.94%.A detailed structure of theinvestment portfolio of financial instruments managed by “Alatau City Invest” JSC with an indication of issuers is presented on the UAPF website. As of 01.09.2025, pension assets held in trust by “Halyk Global Markets” JSC amounted to 6.42 billion KZT.The main investments in the portfolio structure are as follows: REPO (no more than 90 calendar days) – 44.31%, government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 10.41%, corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 9.54%, bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 8.73%, equity instruments of foreign issuers (ETF Units) – 7.49%, corporate bonds of organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 5.25%, bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 4.99%, securities with the status of government issued by central foreign governments – 3.84%.Investments in national currency accounted for 76.27% of the portfolio, in US dollars - 23.73%.As of September 1, 2025, the return on pension assets of the UAPF over the past 12 months, distributed to the accounts of contributors (recipients), amounted to 12.59%. A detailed structure of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by “Halyk Global Markets” JSC with an indication of issuers is presented on the UAPF website. As of 01.09.2025, the pension assets of the UAPF held in trust by “BCC Invest” JSC amounted to 7.67 billion KZT.Main areas of investment: bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 25.92%, bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 16.53%, government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 15.71%, REPO – 12.33%, corporate bonds of issuers-residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 12.25%, corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 11.61%.Investments in national currency accounted for 74.12% of the portfolio, in US dollars - 25.88%.  As of September 1, 2025, the return on pension assets of the UAPF over the past 12 months, distributed to the accounts of contributors (recipients), amounted to 12.85%. A detailed structure of theinvestment portfolio of financial instruments managed by “BCC Invest” JSC with an indication of issuers is presented on the UAPF website. As of 01.09.2025, the pension assets of the UAPF held in trust by “Centras Securities” JSC amounted to 2.98 billion KZT.17.81% were invested in bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan, bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 17.48%, corporate bonds of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 16.33%, government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 16.05%, REPO – 9.30%, US government bonds – 5.40%, shares and depositary receipts of foreign issuers – 3.83%, shares and depositary receipts of issuers-residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 3.42%.Investments in national currency accounted for 69.03% of the portfolio, in US dollars - 30.97%.As of September 1, 2025, the return on pension assets of the UAPF over the past 12 months, distributed to the accounts of contributors (recipients), amounted to 16.14%.A detailed structure of theinvestment portfolio of financial instruments managed by “Centras Securities” JSC with an indication of issuers is presented on the UAPF website. As of 01.09.2025, pension assets held in trust by “Halyk Finance”Subsidiary Halyk Bank of Kazakhstan”JSCamounted to 38.55 billionKZT.The main investments in the portfolio structure are as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 23.31%, REPO – 16.96%, bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 9.78%, corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 9.52%, government securities of foreign countries – 8.59%, MFOs – 8.47%, Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) units – 6.51%, corporate bonds of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 5.62%, bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 3.14%, shares and depositary receipts of foreign issuers – 2.79%, shares and depositary receipts of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 2.70%.59.33% of the portfolio was invested in instruments in the national currency, and 40.67% in US dollars.As of September 1, 2025, the return on pension assets of the UAPF over the past 12 months, distributed to the accounts of contributors (recipients), amounted to 13.25%. A detailed structure of theinvestment portfolio of financial instruments managed by “Halyk Finance”Subsidiary Halyk Bank of Kazakhstan” JSC with an indication of issuers is presented on the UAPF website.As a reminder, from July 1, 2023, depositors can transfer no more than 50% of pension savings to trust management at the expense of mandatory pension contributions (MPC) and mandatory professional pension contributions (MPPC) without taking into account the minimum sufficiency threshold by the investment portfolio manager (IPM), choosing such a company on their own. Depositors who have voluntary pension savings can transfer them to their IPM in the amount of 100%. The UAPF was established on August 22, 2013 on the basis of NPF “GNPF” JSC. The founder and shareholder of the UAPF is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan represented by the State Institution “State Property and Privatization Committee” 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 mandatory pension contributions, mandatory pension contributionsof the employer, mandatory professional pension contributions, voluntary pension contributions, as well as crediting and accounting for voluntary pension contributions formed at the expense of the unclaimed amount of guarantee compensation for the guaranteed deposit, transferred by the organization carrying out mandatory deposit insurance, in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan “Concerning Compulsory Insurance of Deposits Placed in Second-Tier Banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan” ensures the implementation of pension payments. The Fund also carries out accounting of target assets and target claims, accounting and crediting of targeted savings (TS) to target savings accounts, payments of TS to their recipient to bank accounts, accounting of TS returns in the manner determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the program “National Fund for Children”. (More details on www.enpf.kz).   [1] excluding money in the accounts of pension contributions and paymentsSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-rudnyi-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1082530?lang=kk

Today, under the chairmanship of District Akim Zhandos Yerkinbek, a meeting of the district executive body took place. The meeting was attended by the deputy akims of the district, heads of independent departments and state institutions, as well as the akims of the settlement and rural districts.During the meeting, Akim Zhandos Yerkinbek introduced to the district’s executive body Dias Asylbekuly Moldabayev, who was appointed Deputy Akim of Karmakshy District by the order of the district akim.“Dias Asylbekuly is a qualified specialist with extensive experience in various levels of public service. Over the years, he has proven himself to be an efficient leader and competent professional. Considering his career and professional background, he has been appointed Deputy Akim of the district,” said the Akim.In addition, Yerkinbek introduced Berik Syezduuly Zhanibekov, appointed Head of the District Department of Education, and Daurzhan Sabikhanuly Musilimov, appointed Head of the District Department of Statistics.The district akim wished the newly appointed officials success and expressed confidence that they would contribute to the development of the district.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1082535?lang=kk

Today’s priorities focus on strengthening social protection of the population and ensuring economic transparency. In this regard, a regular meeting was held at the Karmakshy District Akimat under the chairmanship of District Akim Zhandos Yerkinbek.The agenda included two key issues that were previously discussed at meetings chaired by the Prime Minister and the Regional Akim: modernization of the Mandatory Social Health Insurance system and measures to reduce the shadow economy.In his remarks, Zhandos Yerkinbek emphasized that health insurance is an important social initiative aimed at protecting the health of every citizen. On this topic, the Chief Physician of the District Hospital, Bakhytzhan Nysanbayev, provided a brief report on the implementation of the health insurance system in the district.Following the discussion, the district akim gave several specific instructions. In particular, akims of the settlement and rural districts were tasked, together with the district hospital, to carry out individual work with uninsured persons and to organize awareness-raising activities.The meeting also addressed preparations for the upcoming heating season, which remains under constant monitoring. Head of the District Department of Housing and Communal Services, Passenger Transport, and Highways Bakhytbek Zhylturov reported on readiness for the heating season, coal reserves, and efforts to supply residents with fuel.At the conclusion of the meeting, the district akim assigned concrete tasks and stressed the need for strict oversight of their implementation.“Mandatory social health insurance, reducing the shadow economy, and preparing for the heating season are key areas that directly affect the lives of residents. Therefore, these tasks must be carried out systematically and efficiently. Each department head must recognize their responsibility and ensure high-quality organization of work,” said District Akim Zhandos Yerkinbek.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1082542?lang=kk

Regional Akim Nurlybek Nalibayev expressed gratitude to everyone who participated in the construction of the modern 11,000-seat stadium on the left bank and contributed to its high-quality construction.«Our modern 11,000-seat stadium in Kyzylorda, built with the support of the President, was ceremoniously opened on October 4 with the final match of the Kazakhstan Cup. I would especially like to note that this is the third stadium in the country commissioned since Іndependence and has received a UEFA Category IV certificate. The Minister of Tourism and Sports, members of Parliament, the leadership and staff of the Kazakhstan Football Federation, media representatives, and distinguished guests attended this significant event. The public highly appreciates the new facility.The stadium's construction was initially planned for three years. However, the contractor organized its work very well and completed the construction in just eighteen months, ahead of schedule, and to a high standard. On behalf of the entire people of the region, we express our gratitude to the head of the contractor, Islamgali Aituarovich Kozbakov, who completed the construction ahead of schedule, and to the entire company team», - said Nurlybek Mashbekovich.At the meeting, Islamgali Kozbakov was awarded the «Kyzylorda oblysynyn damuyna qosqan ulesi ushin» medal and a letter of thanks from the regional akim.Yerlan Turaliev, head of the regional department of construction, architecture, and urban development; Bakhtiyar Artayev, head of the department of physical culture, sports, and tourism; and Sadyk Mustafayev, honored coach of the Republic of Kazakhstan, were presented with certificates of honor and letters of thanks from the regional akim.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1082548?lang=kk

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The meeting was chaired by akim of the district Berik Sarmenbayev and the issues on the agenda of the Government Meeting were considered. In particular, specific instructions were given on the modernization of the system of compulsory social health insurance, measures to reduce the shadow economy and the implementation of the instructions of the Akim of the region. In the district, 1,433 people are uninsured under the "Family digital map". This is 4.2 percent of uninsured citizens in the district's population register. In this regard, the head of the district noted to the Acting Chief Physician of the district hospital zh.Zhumabayeva that together with the mayors of villages and villages, work should be carried out to ensure the regular payment of payments of compulsory social health insurance to the population. The mayor of the district also touched upon the second issue on the agenda, noting that the shadow economy has a negative impact on the sustainable development of the country, and warned that it is necessary to work with business entities with a high risk of tax evasion. In all sectors of the economy, it is necessary to take measures to strengthen work to prevent and eliminate the consequences of the shadow economy. During the meeting, issues of harvesting additional crops without spilling, preparation for the heating season were also considered, and the heads of departments were given appropriate instructionsSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-syrdarya/press/news/details/1082577?lang=kk

The Department of State Revenue for the Zhetisu region informs about the functioning of modern and convenient channels for receiving consultations on customs administration and service products.The following operational communication tools are available for citizens and participants of foreign economic activity:Single Contact Center - 1414Single number for obtaining qualified explanations from specialists of KDG and territorial State Revenue Departments (SRD).Video consultationThis format is intended for solving complex technical issues that require visual demonstration. It is especially effective when there are difficulties in working with information systems. The service allows you to:- Conduct a screen demonstration to quickly diagnose the problem.- Receive step-by-step instructions in real time.Salyqbot Digital AssistantAn intelligent chatbot available around the clock in Telegram messenger (@SalyqBot). Salyqbot provides instant answers to standard and frequently asked questions, allowing you to get information 24/7.The range of consultations covers:- The procedure for customs declaration of goods.- Issues of classification of goods according to the EEU TN VED.- Calculation and procedure for payment of customs duties, taxes and fees.- Working in the information systems of the Customs Administration.- Rules for the movement of goods by individuals for personal use.We urge participants of foreign economic activity and all interested parties to actively use these digital services to obtain accurate and official information. #CustomsKazakhstan #Digitalization #1414 #Salyqbot #FEA #DGD Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1082614?lang=kk

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/1082347?lang=kk

As of October 1, 2025, since the program's launch on February 1, 2024, authorized operators have processed 156,956 applications totaling over $22.29 million. Funds have been transferred to authorized operators for deposit into applicants' bank accounts. Of these, 98,046 applications totaling $14.14 million were processed for housing, and 58,910 applications totaling approximately $8.15 million were processed for educational services. As a reminder, recipients of targeted savings (TS) have the right to use the entire amount or a portion of it. Any unused balance is stored in a targeted savings account (TSA).When using funds to improve housing conditions, the main areas were: replenishment of the contribution to housing construction savings for further accumulation (95,786 applications were completed for a total of approximately 13.85 million US dollars), making a down payment to obtain a mortgage loan for the purchase of housing - 755 applications for a total of 101.44 thousand US dollars, acquisition of housing in ownership through civil law transactions (final settlement) - 553 applications for a total of approximately 69.88 thousand US dollars.Key areas for using funds for educational purposes include payment for educational services at educational institutions located in the Republic of Kazakhstan, either in installments (for each academic period or academic year) or in a lump sum (for the entire term of study) (52,574 applications completed, totaling $7.38 million), replenishment of educational savings deposits under educational savings deposit agreements (4,477 applications completed, totaling approximately $527,670), and payment for educational services at foreign educational institutions, either in installments (for each academic period or academic year) or in a lump sum (for the entire term of study) (1,526 applications completed, totaling approximately $194,540).Detailed information on targeted savings payments for the purpose of improving housing conditions and/or paying for education, broken down by authorized operators and regions, is available on the enpf.kz website.         As a reminder, under the National Fund for Children  program, 50% of the investment income from the National Fund of the Republic of Kazakhstan is distributed annually among children of the Republic of Kazakhstan citizens born in 2006 or later. All recipients of the TS were awarded $100.52 in 2023 and $129.38 in 2024. Children who received their first National Fund payments in 2023, with the exception of those born in 2006, were awarded $3.04 in investment income this year. As a result, the target savings for a child born in 2006 are $100.52, and for a child born in 2007, $232.94.Adult citizens must independently obtain information about their targeted savings through their personal account on the UAPF or e-government websites. They can then contact an authorized operator to open a US dollar bank account and submit an online application for targeted savings payments to improve their housing conditions and/or pay for education.To receive targeted savings payments, the recipient or their legal representative must contact an authorized operator with whom UAPF has a corresponding agreement. Applications can be submitted through the website or mobile app of one of the following authorized operators: JSC Otbasy Bank (for improving housing conditions and paying for education), JSC Halyk Bank of Kazakhstan, or JSC Bank CenterCredit (for paying for education).You can learn more about the program terms, get instructions, and receive answers to your questions on the website kids.enpf.kz and on the БЖЗҚ ЕНПФ YouTube channel. We also note that a video instruction on the implementation of the National Fund for Children program, and the algorithm of actions before and after the child reaches adulthood, is posted on the БЖЗҚ ЕНПФ YouTube channel at the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHQNAxfskX8.  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/kostanai-mendykarin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1087168?lang=kk