Astana, November 20, 2025 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev received the Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar Ahmed Hassan Al-Hammadi.During the meeting, the interlocutors acknowledged the high level of political dialog, the dynamic development of trade and investment ties, and reviewed current issues of bilateral cooperation.Special attention was paid to the effective implementation of the agreements, in particular major investment projects, reached during President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s visits to Doha last year.Concluding the meeting the parties confirmed their interest in further expanding cooperation between the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1108922?lang=kk

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Astana, November 19, 2025 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev received the Ambassador of the Republic of Armenia to Kazakhstan Armen Gevondyan.The parties discussed the current state and prospects for advancing Kazakh-Armenian cooperation in political, trade and economic, as well as cultural and humanitarian spheres.Special attention was paid to preparations for the upcoming first official visit of Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan to Astana. The Armenian head of government will be accompanied by a delegation comprising representatives of state bodies in the fields of economy, education, and culture, reflecting Yerevan’s intention to give new momentum to expanding multifaceted cooperation with Astana.Minister Kosherbayev expressed confidence that the first official visit of the Armenian Prime Minister will mark an important milestone in bilateral relations and open new opportunities for implementing joint projects in transport and logistics, digitalization and artificial intelligence, education, and healthcare.The interlocutors reaffirmed the strong friendly ties between Kazakhstan and Armenia, as well as their mutual interest in further developing dialogue across various areas, noting their shared commitment to ensuring positive dynamics in trade and economic cooperation.Concluding the meeting, the sides agreed to continue constructive engagement in the framework of upcoming reciprocal visits and joint events.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1108573?lang=kk

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Astana, November 18, 2025 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held a meeting with Director General of the Islamic Organization for Food Security (IOFS) Berik Aryn.During the conversation, the parties discussed topical issues of cooperation between Kazakhstan and the IOFS, and the Organization’s current activities and upcoming events.At the end of the meeting, the interlocutors agreed to strengthen dialogue in order to address pressing food security issues in the Organization of Islamic Cooperation region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1107770?lang=kk

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Astana, November 17, 2025 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held a meeting with President of the Turkic Investment Fund (TIF) Bagdad Amreyev.During the talks, the parties discussed issues of cooperation within the framework of the Fund and the outcomes of the 12th Summit of the Organization of Turkic States, held on 7 October in Gabala.Minister Kosherbayev emphasized that Kazakhstan attaches great importance to the development of the Fund, which is expected to become a key element of economic cooperation in the Turkic and Islamic world.In turn, TIF President Amreyev reported on the current activities aimed at completing the institutionalization process and forming the Fund’s project portfolio.During the negotiations, the sides also exchanged views on relevant economic issues and the prospects for TIF’s cooperation with other international institutions. In particular, they discussed opportunities for interaction with Islamic finance institutions operating within the OIC framework – the Islamic Development Bank and the Islamic Organization for Food Security.The Turkic Investment Fund was established on 11 November 2022 at the 9th OTS Summit. The members of the Fund are Azerbaijan, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Türkiye, and Uzbekistan. The Fund’s goal is to promote the economic development of OTS member states by expanding regional trade and supporting economic activities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1106912?lang=kk

An open discussion platform was held in Kostanay.A socially significant meeting dedicated to the 35th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of State Sovereignty was held in Kostanay. On November 17, a discussion platform called "Historical Choice" was held at the Smart Center of Kostanay Regional University named after Akhmet Baitursynula, bringing together experts, public figures and active youth of the region. The event was attended by representatives of non-profit organizations, media staff, faculty and university students.Opening the meeting, moderator Margulan Abdollauli Bakir introduced the guests and emphasized the historical and political significance of the 1990 Declaration, which became a key step towards Kazakhstan's independence. According to him, the document marked the beginning of the formation of a new political thinking and marked the transition to a qualitatively different social reality.The first speaker was Aybek Batyrkhanovich Shalgimbekov, Candidate of Historical Sciences and Associate Professor of the Department of History of Kazakhstan. He elaborated on the legal and political weight of the Declaration, noting that it became the foundation that strengthened national identity and set the direction for further state development.Ruslan Batyrkhanovich Zhusupov, Master of Humanities, lecturer at the Department of Philosophy and Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, examined the topic of sovereignty through the prism of the values of modern society. He stressed that the understanding of the key historical processes by the younger generation directly affects the vector of the country's development.Associate Professor of the Department of Penal Enforcement Law at the Kostanay Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs named after Shyrakbek Kabylbayev, police Lieutenant Colonel Myrzabek Sardarbekuly Toyganov, in his speech, spoke about the reform of the law enforcement system during the years of independence. According to him, it was sovereignty that gave an impetus to modernize the legal sphere and increase the level of public safety.Yerkenaz Pernebekzy Yesenbet, a third-year student of the Food Production educational program and leader of the youth wing of Zhastar Rukhy, spoke about the role of modern youth in preserving historical memory. She noted that awareness of the value of sovereignty is an important element of civic responsibility and patriotic education.The discussion continued with a lively exchange of opinions. The participants discussed significant stages in the formation of statehood, analyzed the experience of the sovereign years and raised questions about the role of youth in strengthening national identity.Summing up, moderator Margulan Abdollauli emphasized that historical dates are not just pages of the past, but reference points that help society realize the path the country has traveled and look more confidently into the future.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1106894?lang=kk

Astana, November 17, 2025 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev received the Special Envoy of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea Baik Joo Hyeon.During the talks, the parties discussed the current issues of bilateral cooperation and prospects for the development of the Kazakh-Korean expanded strategic partnership in trade and economic, transport and logistics, cultural and humanitarian spheres.Particular attention was paid to the preparation of joint events at the highest and high levels in 2026, including within the framework of the “Central Asia – Republic of Korea” format.Minister Kosherbayev noted that the South Korea is an important partner of Kazakhstan in Asia and makes a significant contribution to strengthening multilateral cooperation on regional and international platforms.The interlocutors expressed interest in developing joint projects, which will contribute to the growth of mutual trade and reinforce investment cooperation.At the end of the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their readiness to maintain an active political dialogue based on mutual respect, trust, and a commitment to the steady development of their partnership.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1106785?lang=kk

Speaking at the second forum of agricultural workers on November 14 this year, Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev stressed that agriculture is always at the center of the state's attention. He noted that he attaches special importance to the dynamic development of this industry.The President of the country congratulated all agricultural workers on their professional holiday, stressing that this is a day when real people of labor are honored.For my part, I sincerely congratulate everyone on their professional holiday!Your work is the foundation of the country's food security and an important contribution to the development of the region's economy. Thanks to your dedication, the agro-industrial complex is steadily developing, and the region's products are in demand not only within the region, but also beyond its borders.Despite the difficult weather conditions, a decent harvest of cereals, oilseeds, potatoes and vegetables has been harvested. The gross grain harvest reached 7 million tons, which is the best result in the last decade. Animal husbandry is developing: the number of livestock and poultry is increasing, the production of meat, milk and eggs is growing.New investment projects are being implemented in the region, farms are being modernized, dairy farms are being built and developed, and processing facilities are being expanded. These initiatives create jobs and contribute to the growth of the agricultural sector.I would like to thank all field and farm workers, specialists and farm managers, scientists and food industry workers for their hard work, professionalism and loyalty to their native land.I wish you health, well-being, energy and confidence in the future. May your work bring joy, prosperity and prosperity to the villages of the region!Happy holidays!Akim of Kostanay region  K. AksakalovSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1106098?lang=kk

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On November 14, the second Forum of Agricultural Workers was held, dedicated to the Year of Working Professions. The event brought together agricultural industry experts from all regions of the country. The forum discussed key areas of agricultural development, including the introduction of digital technologies and improving the efficiency of agricultural production. The Head of State got acquainted with the modern exposition of digital solutions presented by domestic manufacturers.A special part of the forum was the state awards ceremony. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted 30 industry leaders, expressing gratitude for their many years of work and contribution to the development of agriculture.Representatives of Kostanay region were also awarded a high state award.:•Alexander Kisel, Chief agronomist of the Abil farm in Kostanay region, was awarded the Order of Enbek Danky, III degree.•Tursunbai Sadvakasov, Director of "Uykesken" LLP in Kostanay, also received the Order of "Enbek danky" of the III degree.The President's awarding of state awards to our countrymen was a high assessment of their professionalism, dedication and significant contribution to the development of the agro-industrial complex of the region. This recognition underlines that the work of Kostanay farmers deserves respect at the highest level.The Forum confirmed the importance and strategic role of agriculture, becoming a platform where the best workers in the industry received well-deserved recognition.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1106033?lang=kk

Tokyo, November 14, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev took part in another round of political consultations between the foreign ministries of Kazakhstan and Japan.During a meeting with Japanese State Minister for Foreign Affairs Ayano Kunimitsu, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of bilateral cooperation, the implementation of previously reached agreements, and the schedule of upcoming events. Minister Kunimitsu reaffirmed Tokyo’s commitment to further deepening the expanded strategic partnership with Astana, emphasizing Kazakhstan’s role in the Central Asian region.At talks with the Special Representative of Foreign Ministry of Japan for Central Asia, Ambassador Masaki Ishikawa, the sides discussed current issues in bilateral relations, the expansion of the legal framework, as well as visa and consular aspects of cooperation. Particular attention was given to preparations for the first “Central Asia + Japan” Dialogue Summit. The meeting also featured an in-depth exchange of views on a wide range of key international and regional issues, including the security situation.Additionally, Deputy Minister Bakayev met with representatives of Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry, during which the sides discussed prospects for expanding investment activities by Japanese companies in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1106041?lang=kk