Athens, 29 July 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Greece Timur Sultangozhin held a meeting with Andreas Fryganas, Director General for Political Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Greece.The sides discussed the current state and prospects of Kazakh-Greek relations, with particular emphasis on further strengthening political dialogue and expanding practical cooperation between the two countries.The discussions covered the organization of reciprocal visits at the highest and high levels, the convening of the next session of the Intergovernmental Commission on Economic and Technological Cooperation, the further development of the bilateral legal framework, as well as the expansion of trade, economic and investment cooperation.During an exchange of views on current international issues, the sides also addressed the security of international shipping and the stability of transport and energy links.Following the meeting, the sides reaffirmed their mutual interest in maintaining constructive dialogue and consistently strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation between Kazakhstan and Greece.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-athens/press/news/details/1265932?lang=ru

Islamabad, 28 July 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Pakistan Yerzhan Kistafin held a meeting with the Chairman of the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan (HEC), Prof. Dr. Niaz Ahmad Akhtar.During the talks, the parties positively assessed the progress achieved in recent years and noted the steady development of Kazakhstan-Pakistan cooperation in higher education.Particular attention was paid to prospects for expanding direct ties between universities of the two countries, implementing joint educational and research projects, promoting academic mobility, and facilitating exchanges of students, faculty members and researchers.The HEC Chairman thanked the Kazakh side for providing a grant of USD 1 million to the Pakistan Education Endowment Fund (Pak-EEF) in implementation of the instruction issued by President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev following his visit to Islamabad. He also highly commended the outcomes of the visit to Kazakhstan by Pakistan’s Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training, H.E. Mrs. Wajiha Qamar, during which productive talks were held with government officials and leading universities of Kazakhstan.Following the meeting, the parties expressed their readiness to continue their joint efforts to advance bilateral cooperation in education through concrete projects and initiatives.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-islamabad/press/news/details/1265892?lang=ru

The State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan informs that, starting from 31 July 2026, the second phase of the implementation of navigation seals for tracking the transportation of goods will commence within the territory of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).A navigation seal is an electronic device installed on a vehicle that enables real-time monitoring of the transportation process. Its use helps ensure the security of goods, enhance the transparency of cargo transportation, and minimize government control during the movement of goods.The first phase of the implementation of navigation seals, launched on 11 February 2026, demonstrated the effectiveness of this mechanism for international transportation across the territories of two or more EAEU Member States.From 31 July 2026, the scope of transportation subject to the mandatory use of navigation seals will be expanded.Navigation seals will be mandatory for:- road transportation of all categories of goods moved under the customs transit procedure (except for certain categories provided for by Decision No. 147 of the Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission dated 12 December 2023);- rail transportation of alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, sanctioned goods, as well as fur products, footwear, clothing, and electronic products.The State Revenue Committee recommends that carriers, freight forwarders, exporters, importers, and other participants in foreign economic activity familiarize themselves with the new requirements in advance and take them into account when planning transportation. This will help avoid delays at border crossings, ensure uninterrupted logistics, and comply with established delivery schedules.The introduction of navigation seals is carried out in accordance with the Agreement on the Use of Navigation Seals in the Eurasian Economic Union for Tracking the Transportation of Goods, dated 19 April 2022, and the decisions of the bodies of the Eurasian Economic Commission.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1269818?lang=ru

On July 2, 2026, the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Amnesty in connection with the adoption of the new Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan" came into force.In accordance with the Law, exemption from execution of certain administrative fines imposed by the State revenue authorities is provided.The amnesty applies to the following persons:✅ individuals who are citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan;, individual entrepreneurs;, private notaries;, private bailiffs;✅ attorneys;, legal consultants.To write off a fine , three conditions must be met simultaneously:The decision should be made not by the court, but by the state revenue authority.;The fine as of July 2, 2026 should not be fully or partially paid.;The committed offense should not be included in the list of exceptions established by Law.The amnesty, in particular, applies to the following offenses:🔹 related to registration with tax authorities;🔹 related to the application of special tax regimes;🔹 related to late submission of tax reports;🔹 related to the use of cash registers;The majority of administrative offenses in the field of customs legislation.❌ Amnesty is not applied:, to legal entities;, to officials;🚫 to foreigners and stateless persons;🚫 to fines imposed by the court;administrative offenses related to concealment of taxable objects, tax evasion, underestimation of tax obligations, as well as violations in the sphere of turnover of petroleum products (Articles 275, 277, 278 and part 7 of Article 281 of the Administrative Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan)., Important information* The amnesty exempts from the execution of an administrative fine, but does not cancel the fact of an administrative offense.* If the fine was fully or partially paid before July 2, 2026, the money paid will not be refunded.* If enforcement proceedings are initiated on a fine, if there are grounds for applying an amnesty, it is also subject to termination. The state revenue authorities have been given 6 months from the date of entry into force of the Law to terminate the execution of the relevant resolutions and complete the amnesty procedure.To write off fines, you do not need to contact the state revenue authorities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-karaganda/press/news/details/1265878?lang=ru

Islamabad, 28 July 2026 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Y.Kistafin held a meeting with the Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs of Pakistan Muhammad Junaid Anwar.The parties discussed the current state of cooperation and prospects for further engagement in the transport and logistics sector. Particular attention was paid to enhancing regional connectivity and developing international transport corridors. They also underscored the importance of coordinating efforts to increase cargo transportation volumes and diversify logistics routes.The Federal Minister reaffirmed interest in continuing a constructive dialogue and implementing joint initiatives aimed at strengthening transport connectivity and expanding trade and economic cooperation between the two countries.The Minister, for his part, assured the Ambassador of the Pakistani side’s readiness to provide access to the maritime infrastructure located along the Arabian Sea coast.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-islamabad/press/news/details/1265780?lang=ru

On July 27, 2026, with the support of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and The Chamber of International Commerce of Kazakhstan (KazCIC), a meeting between representatives of the business communities of Kazakhstan and the Vietnam National Association of Entrepreneurship (VINEN) was held at the Regional Office of the National Chamber of Entrepreneurs of the Republic of Kazakhstan "Atameken" in Almaty. The Vietnamese delegation was led by Dr. Trinh Thi Thu Ha, Vice Chairwoman of VINEN and Rector of the Hanoi College of Commerce and Tourism (HCCT). The delegation also included Ms. Do Thi Kim Oanh, Head of the HCCT Department of Scientific Evaluation and Quality Control; Ms. Nguyen Thi Van Anh, General Director of Flamingo Travels; Ms. Tran Thi Phuong Linh, representative of Hanoi Television; and Ms. Luu Tan Hieu, Manager of the VINEN International Relations Department.Opening the meeting, Serik Amirov, Special Representative of The Chamber of International Commerce of Kazakhstan in the ASEAN countries, highlighted the dynamic development of bilateral relations between Kazakhstan and Vietnam. He noted that the Socialist Republic of Vietnam remains the fastest-growing economy among ASEAN member states. During the first six months of 2026, Vietnam's GDP grew by 8.18%. The Government has set a target of achieving annual economic growth of no less than 10% and maintaining this momentum through 2030.According to official statistics, Kazakhstan–Vietnam foreign trade turnover reached approximately USD 805.7 million in 2025, including exports of USD 120.2 million and imports of USD 685.5 million.The existing Free Trade Agreement between Vietnam and the Eurasian Economic Union creates favorable conditions for reducing trade barriers and strengthening logistics connectivity. Under current conditions, Kazakhstan has significant potential to position itself as a "B2B Bridge" in Central Asia for the establishment of joint manufacturing facilities and product distribution.In her remarks, Dr. Trinh Thi Thu Ha emphasized the importance of exchanging successful experiences and studying each other's markets. In particular, the Vietnamese side is highly interested in Kazakhstan's experience in attracting foreign investment, developing industrial zones, establishing information technology and artificial intelligence hubs, and advancing economic digitalization. She also invited Kazakh construction companies to participate in the implementation of large-scale infrastructure projects in Vietnam.Nguyen Thi Van Anh, General Director of Flamingo Travels, noted that Vietnam aims to welcome approximately 25 million international tourists in 2026. In this regard, expanding cooperation with Kazakh tourism companies offers significant prospects.Do Thi Kim Oanh, Head of the HCCT Department of Scientific Evaluation and Quality Control, proposed strengthening cooperation with universities and colleges in Kazakhstan in the field of dual education.During the meeting, Isatay Adresov, Deputy Chairman of the Management Board of Almaty Invest, introduced the guests to Almaty's key economic indicators, presented promising investment projects, and outlined government support measures aimed at attracting foreign investment to Kazakhstan. Taking into account Vietnam's successful experience in developing tourism infrastructure, he proposed jointly arranging a visit to Almaty by representatives of Sun Group, one of Vietnam's largest construction companies, to discuss the possible implementation of a project similar to Ba Na Hills in Kazakhstan's southern capital.Following the meeting, the parties agreed to exchange information on best practices in the above-mentioned areas and continue cooperation with a view to implementing joint projects in light industry, food production, agriculture, tourism, logistics, education, information technology, healthcare, as well as organizing regular B2B events between the business communities of the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-hanoi/press/news/details/1265768?lang=ru

On 28 July 2026, as part of implementing the President's "Law and Order" initiative and strengthening tourist safety, the Mangystau Region's Department of Emergency Situations, Police Department, and Tourism Department jointly organized a public awareness campaign at the initiative of the regional prosecutor's office.During the campaign, residents of Aktau, visitors, and tourists received guidance on maintaining public order, following water safety regulations, swimming only at officially designated and equipped beaches, and ensuring children are never left unattended.Information leaflets on tourist safety were distributed at the region's busiest beaches, while additional safety brochures were provided to Caspian Riviera Hotel for distribution to visitors.The campaign aimed to improve the safety of tourists and local residents, prevent accidents, promote a strong culture of safety, and reinforce the principles of "Law and Order."Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-tourism/press/news/details/1270127?lang=ru

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Comparative control is a measure carried out by the tax authority through the comparison of electronic invoices issued by a taxpayer with the following data:-electronic invoices issued by the taxpayer's suppliers;-tax reporting;-information from other authorized government authorities regarding the taxpayer's activities, including information on taxable objects and/or objects related to taxation;-information provided by second-tier banks on the taxpayer's bank accounts.Comparative control is conducted by the tax authority to establish the actual occurrence of transactions involving the sale of goods and the provision of works and services.Comparative control is performed with respect to electronic invoices issued within the statutory limitation period.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-astana/press/news/details/1265703?lang=ru

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Brasília, July 29, 2026 – The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Federative Republic of Brazil, concurrently accredited to the Republic of Chile, together with the Kazakhstan - Chile Friendship Society, held the Society’s fifth meeting online.The event was dedicated to the literary legacy of Mukagali Makatayev, marking the 95th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding Kazakh poet and writer.Welcoming remarks were delivered by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Brazil and concurrently to Chile, Bolat Nussupov, Executive Director of the Kazakhstan-Chile Friendship Society, Marcia Castro and Society members, Carmen Sandoval Osorio and Anuar Temirov. The presentations, delivered in Spanish, focused on the philosophical aspects of interpreting Mukagali Makatayev’s literary legacy and sparked a lively discussion among the participants. Particular emphasis was placed on the poet’s spiritual legacy for future generations of the Kazakh people, as well as on his unique poem dedicated to the people of Chile.At the conclusion of the event, Marcia Castro was virtually presented with a Certificate of Appreciation from the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in recognition of her personal contribution to strengthening friendship and mutual understanding between Kazakhstan and Chile in the fields of culture and education.This year, Kazakhstan and Chile are marking the 33rd anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. Founded in 2022, the Kazakhstan–Chile Friendship Society has consistently promoted cultural, humanitarian, scientific, technical, and academic cooperation between the two countries. Organizing academic conferences, exhibitions, and concert events remains one of its key areas of activity.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brazil/press/news/details/1265675?lang=ru

Dear citizens!The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Republic of Serbia informs that, starting from 30 July, the issuance of visas of the Republic of Kazakhstan is temporarily suspended for an indefinite period due to technical issues in the information system.The Embassy apologizes for the temporary inconvenience caused and appreciates your understanding.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-belgrad/press/news/details/1265664?lang=ru

In August 2026, taxpayers are required to fulfil a number of obligations related to the submission of tax returns and the payment of taxes and other payments to the budget.Attention, Taxpayers!The reporting deadline of August 15 falls on a non-working day, Saturday. In accordance with tax legislation, the deadline for submitting tax returns and paying taxes is therefore extended to the next working day, August 17, 2026.The State Revenue Department for Almaty reminds taxpayers of the importance of fulfilling their tax obligations in a timely manner.TAX RETURNSAugust 17Form 101.03 – Calculation of Corporate Income Tax withheld at the source of payment from resident income for the second quarter of 2026;Form 101.04 – Calculation of Corporate Income Tax withheld at the source of payment from non-resident income for the second quarter of 2026;Form 200.00 – Individual Income Tax and Social Tax Declaration for the second quarter of 2026;Form 300.00 – VAT Declaration for the second quarter of 2026;Form 400.00 – Excise Tax Declaration for June 2026;Form 500.00 – Subsoil Users’ Payments Declaration for the second quarter of 2026;Form 510.00 – Signature Bonus Declaration for the second quarter of 2026;Form 531.00 – Declaration (Calculation) on the Fulfilment of Tax Obligations in Kind for the second quarter of 2026;Form 590.00 – Mineral Extraction Tax and Related Payments Declaration for the second quarter of 2026;Form 641.00 – Calculation of Contributions for the second quarter of 2026;Form 701.01 – Calculation of Current Property Tax Payments;Form 710.00 – Gambling Business Tax Declaration for the second quarter of 2026;Form 860.00 – Declaration on Fees for the Use of Water Resources for the second quarter of 2026;Form 870.00 – Declaration on Fees for Negative Environmental Impact for the second quarter of 2026;Form 880.00 – Digital Mining Fee Declaration for the second quarter of 2026;Form 910.00 – Declaration for taxpayers applying the Special Tax Regime based on a Simplified Declaration for the first half of 2026.August 20Form 328.00 – Application for the Import of Goods and Payment of Indirect Taxes for July 2026;Form 851.00 – Calculation of Current Payments for the Use of Land Plots;Form 870.00 – Declaration on Fees for Negative Environmental Impact.PAYMENTSAugust 5Individual Income Tax on the income of persons engaged in private practice for July 2026.August 17Individual Income Tax under the Special Tax Regime for self-employed persons, remitted by the internet platform operator for July 2026.August 20VAT within the EAEU for July 2026;Excise tax, including excise tax on imports from EAEU member states;Fee for negative environmental impact.August 24Individual Income Tax on income paid in July 2026 to certain categories of non-residents.August 25Corporate Income Tax advance payments for August 2026;Corporate Income Tax withheld at the source of payment from resident income;Individual Income Tax withheld at the source of payment;Corporate Income Tax withheld at the source of payment from non-resident income;Individual Income Tax under the Special Tax Regime for self-employed persons for July 2026;Corporate Income Tax or Individual Income Tax under the declaration for taxpayers applying the Special Tax Regime based on a Simplified Declaration for the first half of 2026;VAT for the second quarter of 2026;Export Rent Tax for the second quarter of 2026;Payment for the Reimbursement of Historical Costs;Mineral Extraction Tax;Current payments for the fulfilment of tax obligations in kind;Social Tax for July 2026;Property Tax;Gambling Business Tax for the second quarter of 2026;Fee for the Use of Land Plots;Fee for the Use of Water Resources;Fee for Negative Environmental Impact;Fee for the Use of the Radio Frequency Spectrum;Fee for the Placement of Outdoor (Visual) Advertising for August 2026;Digital Mining Fee for the second quarter of 2026;Unified Payment for July 2026;Social payments for July 2026: Mandatory Pension Contributions, Mandatory Occupational Pension Contributions, Employer Mandatory Pension Contributions, Social Contributions, contributions and payments under the Compulsory Social Health Insurance system.The State Revenue Department for Almaty recommends that taxpayers do not postpone the submission of tax returns and the payment of taxes and other payments until the final days in order to avoid technical delays and the accrual of penalties.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-almaty/press/news/details/1265649?lang=ru

Astana, July 29, 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held a telephone conversation with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.The two sides covered key issues on the bilateral agenda within the framework of the Enhanced Strategic Partnership, as well as preparations for the upcoming visit of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, to the United States to participate in the G20 Summit.The interlocutors also discussed in detail the situation surrounding the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-washington/press/news/details/1265651?lang=ru

Servicemen of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan — Lance Corporals Ruslan Kurbanov, Yerlik Sertai, and Vadim Sharlaimov — made history as members of Kazakhstan’s men’s épée team. Competing at the World Fencing Championships in Hong Kong, the Kazakh team claimed its first-ever gold medal in the men's team épée event.In the final, Kazakhstan defeated Ukraine 45–40, securing the country's first-ever world championship title in team épée.The historic gold medal was won by National Guard servicemen Lance Corporals Ruslan Kurbanov, Yerlik Sertai, and Vadim Sharlaimov, together with teammate Kirill Prokhodov. For Kazakhstan, the championship marked a milestone achievement: the team reached the World Championship final for the first time and immediately captured the world title.On their way to gold, the Kazakh team overcame a series of strong opponents. They defeated Finland 45–39 in the Round of 32, edged Uzbekistan 28–27 in a closely contested match, overcame Denmark 45–36 in the quarterfinals, beat Egypt 41–32 in the semifinals, and finally defeated Ukraine 45–40 in the championship match.A particularly significant contribution to the historic victory was made by Lance Corporal Ruslan Kurbanov, one of the leaders of Kazakhstan’s national team and one of the country's most accomplished épée fencers. Together with his fellow National Guardsmen Yerlik Sertai and Vadim Sharlaimov, he proudly represented not only Kazakhstan but also the National Guard, demonstrating the high level of servicemen who successfully combine military service with elite-level sport.Kazakhstan’s men’s épée team currently ranks fifth in the world, and the triumph in Hong Kong represents the greatest achievement in the history of Kazakh fencing, confirming that the country's athletes are capable of competing at—and winning on—the highest international level. Press Service of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/1265637?lang=ru

On June 24, 2026, the first round of applications for grants to support new business ideas began. Based on decisions by regional commissions, 123 business projects were approved.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-zhumys-aleumettik-korgau/press/news/details/1265618?lang=ru

Today, July 29th, D.I. Karymsakova, Head of the Department for Coordination of Employment and Social Programs of the Kostanay Region Akimat, held a meeting at the Adaldyk Alana public reception office to discuss the provision of technical aids and rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities, as well as special social services.Clarifications were provided during the meeting.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-zhumys-aleumettik-korgau/press/news/details/1265614?lang=ru

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Reconstruction work on the railway station at Zheleznorudnaya station has been completed in the Kostanay region. The renovated facility has been designed to meet modern requirements for safety, accessibility, and passenger comfort.The station building, originally constructed in 1959, has been completely demolished. A new single-story passenger complex with an area of 416.1 square meters has been built in its place. The reconstruction included upgrading utility systems, landscaping the surrounding area, organizing modern evacuation routes, and equipping the premises with the necessary furniture and equipment.Following the renovation, the station now meets current passenger service standards and provides more comfortable conditions for waiting and boarding trains.The railway station at Zheleznorudnaya is classified as Class III and serves an average of 452 passengers per day. Twelve passenger trains pass through the station, providing transport connections between the region and major cities of Kazakhstan — Almaty, Shu, Kostanay, Atyrau, Aktobe, Uralsk, Astana, Kokshetau, as well as the resort area of Borovoye.The reconstruction of the station complex is aimed at developing the region's transport infrastructure and improving the quality of passenger services. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1265605?lang=ru

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