Today, Regional Akim Murat Ergeshbayev, City Akim Nurzhan Akhatov, and Chairman of the Regional Council of Veterans Serik Duisenbayev visited the Kyzylorda Special Social Services Center No. 1 to congratulate the elderly on the International Day of Older Persons, observed on October 1."For the Kazakh people, respect for elders and reverence for old age is a noble tradition passed down through the centuries. It represents an invaluable spiritual asset for the younger generation. Therefore, respecting our wise *aksakals* (elders) is a civic duty for each of us. Providing social support to the region's veterans is a top priority for me. We will continue to care for you. We remain committed to creating comfortable conditions and providing the necessary assistance. I wish you all good health and well-being!"- said Murat Nalkhozhauly.The regional head toured an exhibition set up in a yurt outside the center, which showcased traditional-style handicrafts made by the facility's residents themselves.Currently, there are approximately 90,000 elderly people living in the region, with over 2,000 receiving special social services. This year, 843.8 million tenge was allocated to the Kyzylorda Special Social Services Center No. 1.The center is equipped to meet modern standards, offering a favorable environment for the health improvement and rehabilitation of service recipients. Efforts to upgrade the facility's infrastructure and equipment will continue.In addition, special social services for pensioners are provided at a 150-bed rehabilitation center in the village of Talsuat and at a 50-capacity day-care facility in the city of Kyzylorda.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1302913?lang=ru

В областном центре Алматинской области прошел бизнес-форум «Казахстан – Дания». В мероприятии приняли участие более 100 представителей государственных органов, институтов развития, предпринимателей, инвесторов и руководителей компаний двух стран. В ходе встречи обсуждались пути практической реализации инвестиционных проектов, сообщает пресс-служба акима Алматинской области.В рамках мероприятия аким Алматинской области Чингис Аринов, министр иностранных дел Королевства Дания Ларс Лёкке Расмуссен и вице-министр иностранных дел Республики Казахстан Ардак Зебешев выступили с приветственными речами и отметили важность форума в укреплении и активизации сотрудничества между двумя странами.В своем выступлении Чингис Аринов отметил, что в регионе созданы все необходимые условия для ведения бизнеса. По словам акима области, за последние восемь месяцев в регион привлечено около 747 млрд тенге инвестиций, что на 13,4% больше по сравнению с аналогичным периодом прошлого года. Кроме того, на стадии реализации находятся 293 инвестиционных проекта общей стоимостью 7,1 трлн тенге.«Для размещения новых производств в регионе создаются 22 индустриальные зоны общей площадью 9 тыс. гектаров с совокупным инвестиционным портфелем около 1 трлн тенге. Агропромышленный комплекс также динамично развивается. На сегодняшний день реализуются 44 инвестиционных проекта общей стоимостью более 1,3 трлн тенге. Особое внимание мы уделяем глубокой переработке мяса и молока, зерновых и масличных культур, фруктов и овощей. Кроме того, развивается специальная экономическая зона «Alatau» площадью 98 тыс. гектаров, не имеющая аналогов в других регионах страны. Город Алатау, где одновременно будут развиваться промышленность, логистика, современные технологии и деловая инфраструктура, мы рассматриваем как новый экономический центр», — сказал Чингис Аринов.Также он подчеркнул наличие значительного потенциала для расширения торгово-экономических связей между Королевством Дания и Казахстаном, а также реализации совместных проектов в сферах инвестиций, промышленности, агропромышленного комплекса, энергетики и современных технологий.Почетный гость, министр иностранных дел Королевства Дания Ларс Лёкке Расмуссен отметил, что развитие сотрудничества со странами Центральной Азии, в том числе с Казахстаном, является одним из важных приоритетов для Дании.«Наша главная цель — реализовывать инвестиционные проекты, создавать новые рабочие места, повышать профессионализм специалистов и развивать взаимовыгодный бизнес. Успешное экономическое сотрудничество зависит не только от технологий и капитала, но и от взаимного доверия. Поэтому мы хотим, чтобы между Казахстаном и Данией сформировались еще более прочные связи», — сказал Ларс Лёкке Расмуссен.Вице-министр иностранных дел Республики Казахстан Ардак Зебешев отметил заинтересованность в том, чтобы богатый опыт и интерес казахстанских и датских компаний в сферах логистики, водного хозяйства, агропромышленного комплекса, фармацевтики и энергетики трансформировались в конкретные и долгосрочные проекты.По итогам форума АО «НК «KAZAKH INVEST» подписало меморандум о сотрудничестве с крупнейшими предпринимательскими организациями Дании.Отметим, что по итогам прошлого года товарооборот между двумя государствами достиг 19,7 млн долларов США, увеличившись на 43,9%. Сегодня двустороннее сотрудничество получает новые импульсы для развития. Так, сегодня в селе Боралдай Алматинской области был запущен новый завод компании «Carlsberg Kazakhstan» по производству безалкогольных напитков. В проект инвестировано 344 млн долларов. Мощность предприятия составляет 1 млрд литров напитков в год. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/1302916?lang=ru

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Ardak Zebeshev, took part in Kazakhstan-Denmark Business Forum Kazakhstan as part of the official visit of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Denmark Lars Løkke Rasmussen to the Republic of Kazakhstan.The forum brought together   more   than   70   representatives   of   government   agencies, development institutions and business communities from the two countries.“Kazakhstan is interested in making its economic cooperation with Denmark increasingly practical. We see opportunities not only to expand trade, but also to launch joint projects, localize production and introduce advanced technologies, primarily in logistics, water management, agriculture, pharmaceuticals and energy, where Danish companies are recognized leaders. Our task is to create conditions under which business interest translates into concrete, long-term projects in Kazakhstan,” – stated during the forum Ardak Zebeshev.Danish businesses are present in Kazakhstan across a number of sectors, while companies are showing interest in new areas, from industry and logistics to pharmaceuticals, water technologies, energy and agriculture. Particular attention was paid to localization and industrial cooperation. For Kazakhstan, cooperation with Danish businesses is of interest not only in terms of attracting capital, but also as an opportunity to develop local production, introduce modern technologies and management practices, and establish new partnerships between Kazakh enterprises and international companies.A clear example of such cooperation was the opening of a Carlsberg Group and PepsiCo soft drinks plant in Almaty Region.Investment in the project amounted to USD 344 million, with a design capacity of approximately 1 billion liters of products per year and more than 230 jobs created. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1302899?lang=ru

UAPF JSC (UAPF, the Fund) presents a report on the management of pension assets by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NBRK) and investment portfolio managers (IPMs) on the enpf.kz website under the section "Statistics and Analytics – Investment Management of Pension Assets."As of September 1, 2026, the total volume of pension assets under the management of the NBRK and IPMs amounted to KZT 28,449.60 billion. As of that date, UAPF pension assets under NBRK trust management—derived from compulsory pension contributions (CPCs), compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPCs), and voluntary pension contributions (VPCs)—totaled approximately KZT 26,950.74 billion[1]. The volume of pension assets derived from employer’s compulsory pension contributions (ECPCs) under NBRK trust management stood at KZT 1,347.58 billion.Pension assets under IPM management amounted to KZT 151.28 billion.Investment portfolio of pension assets managed by the NBRKAs the fiduciary manager of the UAPF’s pension assets, the NBK pursues a balanced investment policy, investing in various types of financial instruments and diversifying the portfolio across currencies, countries, sectors, and issuers.According to information provided by the NBK, the primary investment allocations for pension assets derived from  CPC, COPC, VPC as of September 1, 2026, are as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan (43.46%), bonds of quasi-public companies (8.00%), NBRK deposits (3.42%), bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan (2.53%), shares and depositary receipts of Kazakhstani issuers (2.14%), foreign government securities (1.75%), and international financial organizations (0.99%).A total of 37.38% of the assets are invested under an index management strategy. This approach involves constructing an investment portfolio based on a benchmark portfolio—a set of securities reflecting the investor's strategic interests. The benchmark portfolio's return serves as a yardstick for evaluating management performance. The benchmarks used are indices developed and tracked either by leading global financial firms or by the NBRK itself. The NBRK conducts index-based asset management both internally and by engaging foreign asset management firms for specific segments, including sub-portfolios of bonds from developed and emerging markets, corporate bonds, and equities.The investment portfolio breakdown by currency of denomination for financial instruments acquired using CPC, COPC, VPC as of September 1, 2026, is as follows: investments in the national currency account for 58.99% of the pension asset portfolio, while investments in US dollars account for 41.01%. Investment income generated from securities—including placed deposits and reverse repo transactions—amounted to KZT 1,510.73 billion; income from the market revaluation of securities totaled KZT 119.33 billion; and other income amounted to KZT 3.87 billion.Market revaluation of foreign currency and assets under external management—including the impact of exchange rate revaluation—resulted in a negative figure.The accrued investment income for the 12-month period from September 2025 to August 2026 amounted to approximately 1.58 trillion tenge, with a return of 6.17% for the period.As of September 1, 2026, the ECPC investment allocation was as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 96.30%; deposits with the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NBRK) – 3.69%.The investment portfolio funded by ECPC comprises solely financial instruments denominated in the national currency. Income generated from securities—including interest on deposits and reverse repo transactions—totaled 99.70 billion tenge. Market revaluation of securities yielded 18.80 billion tenge for contributors.As of September 1, 2026, the accrued investment income for the preceding 12 months amounted to 158.51 billion tenge, representing a return of 18.65% for the period.A detailed breakdown of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by the NBRK, including a list of issuers and an overview of investment activities, is available on the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund (UAPF) official website. Information regarding the portfolio structure of pension assets funded by ECPC is also available at enpf.kz. Investment portfolio managersThe total volume of pension assets under IPM management stands at KZT 151.28 billion.As of September 1, 2026, pension assets under the fiduciary management of Alatau City Invest JSC amounted to KZT 24.12 billion.The company's primary investments consist of: Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) units (29.19%), shares and depositary receipts of issuers from the Republic of Kazakhstan (14.80%), repo transactions (13.96%), bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan (10.88%), foreign government securities (9.36%), corporate bonds of issuers from the Republic of Kazakhstan (6.46%), bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan (4.64%), corporate bonds of foreign issuers (3.32%), and IFI (2.36%).It should be noted that 48.26% of the portfolio is denominated in tenge, 51.07% in US dollars, and 0.67% in other currencies.The return on pension assets for the 12-month period from September 2025 to August 2026 was 13.91%.A detailed breakdown of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Alatau City Invest JSC, including a list of issuers, is available on the UAPF website.As of September 1, 2026, the UAPF pension assets under the trust management of BCC Invest JSC totaled KZT 19.60 billion.The primary investment allocations were as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan (RK) – 28.55%; bonds of quasi-public entities of the RK – 20.44%; bonds of second-tier banks of the RK – 17.76%; corporate bonds of RK-resident issuers – 9.37%; shares and depositary receipts issued by entities of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 8.34%; units of Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) tracking the MSCI ACWI Index – 6.24%; and corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 4.18%.Investments denominated in the national currency accounted for 73.73% of the portfolio, while those in US dollars accounted for 26.27%.The return on pension assets for the 12-month period from September 2025 to August 2026 was 10.95%.A detailed breakdown of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by BCC Invest JSC, including a list of issuers, is available on the UAPF website.As of September 1, 2026, pension assets under the trust management of Halyk Global Markets JSC totaled KZT 6.58 billion[2].The main investments within the portfolio structure are as follows: equity instruments of foreign issuers (ETF units) – 27.03%; reverse repo transactions (with a term of no more than 90 calendar days) – 13.24%; bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 13.02%; bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 11.22%; shares and depositary receipts issued by entities of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 8.75%; corporate bonds of entities of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 8.23%; NBK notes – 7.43%; government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 5.61%; and securities with government status issued by the central governments of foreign states – 5.30%.It should be noted that 62.39% of the portfolio is denominated in tenge, while 37.61% is denominated in US dollars.The return on pension assets over the last 12 months was 11.30%.A detailed breakdown of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Halyk Global Markets JSC, including a list of issuers, is available on the UAPF website.As of September 1, 2026, pension assets under the trust management of Halyk Finance JSC -Subsidiary Organization of Halyk Bank of Kazakhstan totaled KZT 77.64 billion. The portfolio's main investments are structured as follows: bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan (RK) – 19.63%; bonds of quasi-state organizations of the RK – 16.36%; corporate bonds of RK issuers – 11.20%; shares and depositary receipts of RK issuers – 11.04%; government securities of the RK Ministry of Finance – 9.79%; Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) units – 9.07%; foreign government securities – 7.08%; corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 4.68%; reverse repo transactions (with a term of no more than 90 calendar days) – 4.64%; and IFI – 1.50%.Investments in national currency instruments account for 65.49% of the portfolio, while investments in US dollars account for 34.51%.The return on pension assets for the 12-month period from September 2025 to August 2026 was 11.82%.A detailed breakdown of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Halyk Finance JSC, including a list of issuers, is available on the UAPF website.As of September 1, 2026, pension assets under the trust management of Tansar Capital JSC totaled KZT 0.74 billion.The portfolio's investment structure is as follows: Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) units tracking the MSCI ACWI Index – 52.95%; Repo transactions – 16.02%; shares and depositary receipts issued by entities of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 15.67%; and government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 11.05%.Investments in national currency instruments accounted for 42.94% of the portfolio, while investments in US dollars accounted for 57.06%.Tansar Capital JSC began managing pension assets on April 8, 2026. The return on pension assets since the start of management has been 2.43%.A detailed breakdown of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Tansar Capital JSC, including a list of issuers, is available on the UAPF website.As of September 1, 2026, UAPF pension assets under the trust management of Centras Securities JSC totaled approximately KZT 22.60 billion.Investments were distributed as follows: bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 26.85%; Repo transactions – 12.14%; bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 12.57%; corporate bonds of issuers from the Republic of Kazakhstan – 16.31%; US government bonds – 8.53%; government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 7.21%; shares and depositary receipts of foreign issuers – 5.14%; shares and depositary receipts of issuers resident in the Republic of Kazakhstan – 4.52%; and corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 2.74%.Investments denominated in the national currency accounted for 66.06% of the portfolio, while those in US dollars accounted for 33.94%.The return on pension assets for the 12-month period from September 2025 to August 2026 was 17.05%.A detailed breakdown of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Centras Securities JSC, including the names of issuers, is available on the UAPF website.As a reminder, the UAPF has launched invest.enpf.kz—a unified online information platform for the investment management of citizens' pension assets—which consolidates all key information regarding investment portfolio management (IPM) into a single digital space and ensures a systematic approach to providing data on investment activities.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) [1] less funds in pension contribution and benefit accounts[2] As of January 1, 2026, UAPF JSC no longer accepts applications for the transfer of pension savings to Halyk Global Markets JSC, following a notification received from  Halyk Global Markets JSC regarding the termination of the trust management agreement effective from 2027.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/1302911?lang=ru

Talgat Akhmetov has been appointed head of the Almaty Department for the Development of Public Spaces as of September 29 of this year. Since April 2026, he served as deputy head of this agency, and was subsequently appointed acting head of the department.Talgat Akhmetov was born on July 16, 1990, in the East Kazakhstan region. He graduated from the D. Serikbayev East Kazakhstan State Technical University and the Kazakhstan-American Free University. He has education in the fields of instrument engineering, economics, jurisprudence, and construction.He began his career in 2011. Over the years, he worked in the private sector and in the fields of housing and communal services, state property, and architectural and construction control of the East Kazakhstan region.From 2018 to 2021, he headed the department of state architectural and construction inspection of the state architectural and construction control department of the East Kazakhstan region, and then served as deputy head of that department.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/1302851?lang=ru

Berik Soltanbayev, who previously served as deputy akim of the Auezov district of Almaty, has headed the Almaty Department of Entrepreneurship and Investment since September 29 of this year.Berik Soltanbayev was born on April 28, 1990, in the Almaty region. He graduated from the Kazakhstan Multidisciplinary Institute "Parasat," the International Educational Corporation, the Kazakh National Agrarian University, and Narxoz University. He has education in the fields of construction, engineering and technology, law, and business administration.He began his career in 2008. Over the years, he worked in the private sector, the Almaty city branch of the Nur Otan People's Democratic Party, the KGU "Qogamdyq Kelisim," and the office of the akim of the Medeu district of Almaty.From 2017 to 2018, he headed the department for the development of entrepreneurship and industry of the office of the akim of the Medeu district; from October 2018 to June 2022, he served as deputy akim of the Medeu district. From June 2022 to June 2024, he headed the Almaty Department of Entrepreneurship and Investment, and since May 6 of this year, he served as deputy akim of the Auezov district.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/1302842?lang=ru

A meeting of the Kazakhstan-Belarus Business Council was held on the sidelines of the Innoprom. Belarus forum. With the support of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan and JSC QazTrade Trade Policy Development Centre, Kazakh companies reached agreements with Belarusian partners to expand supplies of Kazakh products.One of the key outcomes was an agreement on the supply of commercial vehicles manufactured in Kazakhstan. Kazakh company Hyundai Trans Auto LLP and Belarusian company RCM LLC have agreed to work on the supply of 790 vehicles in 2027–2028, with a total value of at least USD 30 million. The confirmed export potential of Kazakh automakers in the Belarusian market is estimated at up to 4,500 vehicles per year.Another agreement provides for expanding supplies of products manufactured by Kazakh companies to the Belarusian market. As part of the existing mechanism for promoting Kazakh products, a pool of suppliers has been formed, with projected annual supplies of up to 20 trucks.Trade and economic cooperation between Kazakhstan and Belarus continues to show positive growth. In 2025, bilateral trade increased by 30% to more than USD 1.2 billion. In January–July 2026, mutual trade grew by 20.5% to USD 723 million. Kazakhstan’s exports reached USD 180.3 million, while imports amounted to USD 542.7 million. During the same period, exports of Kazakh agricultural and food products to Belarus increased by 34.9% to USD 24.9 million.To expand exports, Kazakhstan and Belarus are focusing on specific projects in industry, mechanical engineering and the agro-industrial sector. The additional export potential for Kazakh products is estimated at USD 80.1 million.In January 2026, the Kazakhstan Trade House “Kazakh Trade House” began operations in Minsk. It serves as a platform for promoting Kazakh products and supporting export projects in the Belarusian market. A pool of eight Kazakh manufacturers has been formed. The potential supply volume is estimated at up to 20 trucks per year, worth up to USD 300,000.In the food sector, potential supplies to Belarus’s largest retail chain, Euroopt, are being explored. The product range under consideration includes vegetable oil, dairy products, beverages, mineral water, flour, cereals and canned meat.In railway engineering, Prommashkomplekt LLP already supplies solid-rolled railway wheels to Belarus. Railways Systems Holding LLP is negotiating the supply of railway cars, rail buses, components and other products.Two other projects focus on industrial cooperation and the localisation of production in Kazakhstan. Belarusian company POZHSNAB LLC and Avtokomponenty KZ LLP are working on the production of specialised firefighting vehicles. Qaz-Bel Lift LLP and Mogilev Lift Engineering Plant OJSC are developing an elevator to be subsequently manufactured in Aktobe.The main focus of further cooperation will be on concluding specific contracts and increasing the volume of Kazakh product supplies to Belarus.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1302820?lang=ru

The government policy is consistently aimed at creating favorable conditions for entrepreneurship, reducing administrative burdens, and establishing clear rules for doing business. One of the steps in this direction has been the improvement of tax legislation. Since January of the current year, the new Tax Code has come into force, within which special tax regimes have been optimized. One of the most sought-after is the special tax regime based on the simplified declaration. The initial results of its implementation show a positive trend in the main performance indicators of entrepreneurs. According to the results of the first half of the current year, the income of businesses using this regime amounted to 9.4 trillion tenge. Compared to the same period last year, it has increased by 18.9% — from 7.9 trillion tenge.Positive dynamics are also observed in the employment indicators of entrepreneurs applying this regime. The number of hired workers increased by 14.2% — from 445,000 to 509,000 people. The wage fund grew by 7.2%.At the same time, the number of business entities without hired employees decreased by 30.5%. The number of entrepreneurs reporting income from zero to 5 million tenge also decreased by nearly a third.This data was obtained from the results of the first reporting period under the updated regime. In August, entrepreneurs submitted declarations for the first half of the current year for the first time.The special tax regime based on a simplified declaration can be applied by individual entrepreneurs and legal entities that meet the requirements established by the Tax Code, with an annual income of up to 600,000 MCI.The rate of individual or corporate income tax is 4%. Local representative bodies have the right to reduce or increase this rate within the limits established by law. The tax and reporting period is half a year.Entrepreneurs using this regime are also not subject to social tax and VAT, except for VAT on imported goods and VAT for non-residents. Initial results show an increase in declared business income and employment. At the same time, the number of entrepreneurs without hired employees and entities declaring minimal income is decreasing.The data obtained allows for the assertion of the first positive results from changes to special tax regimes. Their further impact will be assessed as data accumulates in subsequent reporting periods.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/1302790?lang=ru

A bilateral meeting was held in Astana between Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan Serik Zhumangarin and Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Uzbekistan Jamshid Khodjayev. The parties discussed the development of trade and economic cooperation, the growth of mutual trade, and the implementation of the Kazakhstan-Uzbekistan Roadmap.Serik Zhumangarin thanked the Government of Uzbekistan for its constructive approach and consistent work to implement the agreements reached between the heads of state."The visit of Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to Astana and the 23rd meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission confirmed the solid foundation of our strategic partnership. Today, we have specific agreements and a roadmap for our joint work," noted the Deputy Prime Minister of Kazakhstan.Trade and economic ties between the two countries continue to grow. In the first seven months of 2026, trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan amounted to $3.25 billion, an increase of 29.8% compared to the same period last year.The countries are set to reach $10 billion in trade turnover. To achieve this goal, it is important to consistently expand mutual trade and accelerate the implementation of joint projects.Deputy Prime Minister of Uzbekistan Jamshid Khodjaev, in turn, noted the positive dynamics in the development of relations between the two countries. He emphasized that Kazakhstan is a fraternal country and a reliable partner for Uzbekistan. The two sides are consistently increasing mutual trade and investment, and transportation volumes are growing. Uzbekistan is interested in further developing cooperation with Kazakhstan across a wide range of areas.The parties agreed to continue working to expand trade and economic cooperation, promote joint investment projects, and implement existing agreements.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1302784?lang=ru

В селе Боралдай Алматинской области состоялось открытие нового предприятия по производству безалкогольных напитков компании «Carlsberg Kazakhstan». В реализацию проекта инвестировано 344 млн долларов. Производственная мощность завода составляет до 1 млрд литров напитков в год. На предприятии будет создано около 230 рабочих мест для местных жителей. Готовая продукция будет поставляться не только на внутренний рынок Казахстана, но и экспортироваться в страны СНГ, - сообщает пресс-служба акима Алматинской области.В торжественной церемонии приняли участие аким Алматинской области Чингис Аринов, министр иностранных дел Королевства Дания Ларс Лёкке Расмуссен, вице-министр иностранных дел Республики Казахстан, представители компании и местные жители.Глава региона отметил, что открытие нового производственного комплекса является значимым шагом в укреплении промышленного потенциала области.«Глава государства Касым-Жомарт Токаев поставил перед нами четкие задачи: Задача Правительства – обеспечить рост экономики и повышение благосостояния граждан. Развитие экономики прежде всего проявляется в реализации конкретных проектов в каждом регионе страны. Поэтому развитие производства и привлечение инвестиций являются одними из приоритетных направлений и для нашего региона. Запуск нового производственного объекта компании 1Carlsberg Kazakhstan» – один из крупных проектов в этом направлении. Он позволит диверсифицировать экономику региона, повысить инвестиционную активность и увеличить объем выпуска конкурентоспособной продукции», – сказал Чингис Аринов.Специально прибывший на мероприятие Ларс Лёкке Расмуссен подчеркнул, что запуск предприятия имеет большое значение для укрепления сотрудничества между двумя странами.«Несмотря на то, что Казахстан и Дания географически находятся далеко друг от друга, это не является препятствием для совместной работы. Открытие нового предприятия – яркое тому подтверждение и общая инвестиция в будущее. Завод также позволит увеличить объемы торговли, создать новые рабочие места, повысить благосостояние населения и внедрять новые технологии в производство», – отметил почетный гость.В рамках мероприятия состоялся символический запуск новой производственной линии. После этого участники церемонии ознакомились с производственными мощностями предприятия и посетили основные производственные объекты.На первом этапе реализации проекта предусмотрена работа пяти производственных линий, обеспечивающих выпуск напитков различных вкусов и их упаковку. В дальнейшем планируется развитие логистической инфраструктуры предприятия, в том числе складских мощностей и системы транспортировки готовой продукции.Необходимое сырье предприятие будет закупать у местных производителей. Это позволит снизить зависимость от импорта и повысить спрос на продукцию отечественных поставщиков. На заводе внедрены современные технологии, обеспечивающие эффективное использование воды, электроэнергии и тепловых ресурсов.Отметим, что сегодня в городе Конаев проходит бизнес-форум «Казахстан – Дания», направленный на дальнейшее развитие двустороннего сотрудничества. В рамках форума участники обсуждают перспективные направления взаимодействия и вопросы реализации инвестиционных проектов.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/1302710?lang=ru

During the meeting, the Minister spoke about the activities of the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan, ongoing legal reforms, as well as key achievements in the digitalization of public services.The parties exchanged views on issues of mutual interest and discussed prospects for further development of bilateral cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet/press/news/details/1302711?lang=ru

Kazakhstan has made significant progress in the World Intellectual Property Organization’s (WIPO) Global Innovation Index (GII) 2026, rising by eight positions, from 81st to 73rd  place among 139 economies worldwide. This marks Kazakhstan’s best performance in the past 10 years.At the regional level, Kazakhstan ranked 1st among Central Asian countries and 2nd  among the 11 economies of Central and Southern Asia. Among the 35 upper-middle-income economies, Kazakhstan ranked 17th. The most notable improvement was recorded in innovation outputs. Kazakhstan’s ranking in the Innovation Output Sub-Index rose by 11 positions, from 84th to 73rd place, while its ranking in the Innovation Input Sub-Index improved from 75th to 73rd place.The GII 2026 results were presented at WIPO headquarters in Geneva as part of an advance presentation of the Index for Permanent Representatives of Member States.Kazakhstan’s improved ranking was preceded by systematic work at both the national and international levels. Throughout 2026, the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Geneva established direct engagement with WIPO on GII-related matters, focusing on specific indicators, the methodology used to calculate them, and the quality of the underlying data.This work made it possible to shift Kazakhstan’s engagement with WIPO from the annual monitoring of its ranking to substantive work on specific indicators, data sources and the policy measures required to improve performance.Despite the progress achieved, further improvement remains possible in areas such as research and development expenditure, university-industry collaboration, venture capital, the development of innovation clusters, software, and scientific and technical publications.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1302614?lang=ru

Kazakhstan, as part of the global community, does not remain on the sidelines of this date and, following good tradition, observes it with particular attention.This day holds special significance in matters of generational continuity. The wisdom of the elders is invaluable and plays an important role in the transmission of life experience and spiritual values.A country that honours its ancestors and respects its elders undoubtedly has a bright future. May our ak sakals continue to delight us with their wisdom, life experience, and blessings!Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/1302563?lang=ru

В Международный день пожилых людей военнослужащие Вооруженных сил организуют мероприятия, направленные на поддержку ветеранов Великой Отечественной войны, тружеников тыла, а также пожилых людей, проживающих в социальных учреждениях.Личный состав войсковой части 27943 Усть-Каменогорского гарнизона посетил центр оказания социальных услуг «Қамқор», где встретился с представителями старшего поколения.Военнослужащие поздравили ветеранов труда и пожилых людей с праздником и вручили им подарки.– В День пожилых людей мы выражаем уважение к старшему поколению, отдаем дань их труду и вкладу в развитие нашей страны. Для нас большая честь получить благословение старших и прислушаться к их мудрым советам, – отметил заместитель командира войсковой части 27943 подполковник Самат Айдарбаев.Теплая встреча подарила постояльцам центра хорошее настроение. Военнослужащие отметили, что уважение к старшим, их опыту и знаниям – важная часть сохранения преемственности поколений и нравственных ценностей общества.В свою очередь, пожилые люди пожелали военнослужащим, стоящим на страже мира и спокойствия страны, успехов в службе, крепкого здоровья, благополучия и мирного неба над головой. В Департаменте по делам обороны области Абай также поздравили ветеранов региона с Днем пожилых людей. Начальник департамента полковник Руслан Омаров вручил им благодарственные письма и пожелал долгих лет жизни.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/1302407?lang=ru

Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and the United Arab Emirates intend to jointly develop a project for a new Kazakhstan–Uzbekistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan (CASA) railway route with access to Pakistan's seaports.The Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Uzbekistan, and the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure of the United Arab Emirates signed a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation within the framework of the CASA railway project.The CASA project envisages the development of a new railway line that will ensure transport connectivity between Central and South Asia and create additional opportunities for the development of international transportation, trade, logistics, and investment cooperation.As part of the Memorandum, the parties intend to conduct technical and economic studies, analytical assessments, and study the feasibility of developing the necessary railway infrastructure and related facilities.Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan possess developed railway infrastructure and significant transit potential. The UAE has international experience in transport infrastructure, logistics, and the implementation of large-scale investment projects. Combining these capabilities will allow for the practical development of the CASA project and the identification of optimal implementation mechanisms.The parties also discussed next steps and specific areas of joint work. In particular, the possibility of establishing a Working Group to comprehensively address the technical, economic, and financial aspects of the project is being considered.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1302349?lang=ru

Today, during a working visit to the Shieli District, Regional Akim Murat Ergeshbayev met with residents of the villages of Baigekum and Enbekshi. The meetings focused on infrastructure development, agriculture, and entrepreneurship, as well as measures to improve the population's quality of life.Road paving, irrigation water supply, and street lighting projects have been carried out in these rural districts. Local residents are engaged in livestock farming and entrepreneurial activities. Following the proposals and opinions voiced during the meetings, appropriate instructions were issued to the heads of the relevant agencies.The regional head inspected the new local police station in Baigekum village. The facility was built with sponsorship from the "Sat-Service" company at a cost of 22 million tenge and was commissioned in September. The village has a population of 2,330. The opening of the station will help ensure public safety, facilitate crime prevention, and strengthen direct interaction between the police and the community.The Regional Akim then inspected the construction of the 4.3-kilometer "Samara-Shymkent-Enbekshi" road, a project funded by "Gezhuba Shieli Cement" with an investment of 1.2 billion tenge. "Orda AvtoDor" LLP is the general contractor, while "Dimash-Service" provides design supervision and "Opora Stroya" handles technical supervision. The road reconstruction will significantly improve travel convenience for the residents of Enbekshi village.Road repairs in the settlement of Shieli and the specialized children's and youth sports school also received attention. This year, 544.6 million tenge from the regional budget and 350 million tenge from the district budget were allocated for the reconstruction of Kozha Akhmet Yassaui, Bakirov, and Esabyz streets, as well as the section stretching from Baitursynov Street to the canal bridge. Construction and installation work is currently underway.Major renovations were carried out at the Shieli District Specialized Children and Youth Olympic Reserve School No. 9. A total of 249.9 million tenge was invested in the project, resulting in a modernized school building and improved facilities for athletes and coaches.It is worth noting that the total length of roads in the Shieli District is 325.9 km; of this, 80 km are roads of national significance, 100.5 km are of regional significance, and 145.4 km are of district significance.Of the 145.4 km of district-level roads, 138.1 km (94.9%) are in good or satisfactory condition, while roads of regional and national significance are fully paved with asphalt.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1302249?lang=ru

Meetings were held in Kabul between the Special Representative of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Afghanistan, Erkin Tukumov, with the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan, Mohammad Naim, and representatives of the Afghanistan Women Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AWCCI).During the meeting with M. Naim, the parties exchanged views on the outcomes of the Kazakhstani delegation's visit to Herat, noting the warm welcome and the constructive nature of the negotiations held. E. Tukumov emphasized that the visit to Herat was a continuation of the agreements reached during the visit of the Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Serik Zhumangarin, to Afghanistan on June 20-21 of this year.The Kazakhstani side noted an interest in further developing cooperation with Afghanistan in partnership with Central Asian states for the construction of transit corridors, as well as trade with South Asian countries.The Afghan side expressed gratitude for the speech of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, M. Tileuberdi, during the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, for supporting the phased international engagement with Afghanistan with a central role for the international platform. Alongside this, they noted an interest in participating in the activities of the UN Regional Center for Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan in Almaty. The prospects for direct air connectivity between the two countries were also discussed separately.As part of the visit, a meeting was also held with representatives of the Afghanistan Women Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Participants discussed opportunities to expand business contacts between women entrepreneurs of the two countries, as well as cooperation in the fields of education, professional development, medicine, and social projects.Representatives of the Chamber expressed interest in establishing closer contacts with the Kazakhstani business community. E. Tukumov invited representatives of the Chamber to visit Kazakhstan to develop direct business ties and work out joint initiatives.Following the meetings, the parties confirmed their interest in continuing direct dialogue and the practical implementation of joint initiatives, including through the involvement of regional and multilateral cooperation formats.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1302227?lang=ru

Today, a launch ceremony was held for a 20 MW solar power plant in the Shieli District, built by Vigor Holding, with the participation of Regional Akim Murat Ergeshbayev. Attendees included Regional Prosecutor and Investment Ombudsman Rizabek Ozharov, members of the intelligentsia, public figures, and representatives from the investor company and the Development Bank of Kazakhstan, which provided financial support for the project."The Head of State, Kassym-Jomart Kemeluly, has directed us to launch a new phase of investment in the country—specifically, to establish modern production facilities in the industrial, energy, and construction sectors. The state provides comprehensive support and creates favorable conditions for implementing new projects and attracting private capital to industrial development. Today’s event—the launch of the Vigor Holding solar power plant, realized with the participation of a domestic investor—is a prime example of this. We are always open to building trusting, productive relationships with both domestic and foreign investors. In an era of intensifying global competition, this is a vital initiative. Investments made in establishing production facilities and developing new technologies will undoubtedly yield returns. Therefore, we must effectively utilize our potential and opportunities. I wish the new plant every success",- said Murat Nalkhozhauly.During the event, individuals who contributed to the district's socio-economic development and the project's implementation were presented with letters of appreciation from the Regional Akim. Rizabek Karimuly and Vigor Holding CEO Aitugan Akhmetuly delivered congratulatory speeches, while veteran Orken Azimkhanuly offered a traditional bata (blessing).To date, 11 solar power plants with a total capacity of 151 megawatts are operating in the region. Plans are in place to launch another seven power plants with a combined capacity exceeding 225 megawatts in the near future.Currently, power plants with a capacity of 30 megawatts each are under construction in the Aral and Zhanakorgan districts. In addition, projects are being developed for a 15-megawatt solar power plant in Kyzylorda and two 60-megawatt plants in the Shieli district. Construction of a 10-megawatt plant by the company KyzylordaEnergyGaz is set to begin next month.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1302233?lang=ru

The government has set purchase prices for grain for the 2026 harvest. For grade 3 wheat, they will range from 92,000 to 115,000 tenge per ton, depending on quality. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin announced this at a meeting with farmers in Arkalyk, Kostanay Region."Taking into account market conditions and proposals from market participants, the government has set purchase prices for grain for the 2026 harvest. Specifically, prices for grade 3 wheat are planned to range from 92,000 to 115,000 tenge, depending on quality. Therefore, the price remains at last year's level," said Serik Zhumangarin.The Food Corporation's purchase prices serve as a benchmark for the market. Financial support for farmers is provided through forward and direct grain purchase mechanisms, allowing agricultural producers to cover production costs and prepare for the next season.Another support measure will be a VAT refund for grain traders. The corresponding decision was made at a meeting of the Project Office for the Implementation of the Tax Code. Agricultural exporters will not be subject to any adjustments to the VAT amount claimed as a credit. The validity of VAT refund claims will be confirmed by a tax audit using the so-called "pyramid method," which allows for tracing the entire chain of goods and tax payments—from the agricultural producer to the exporter. If the audit results are positive, the exporter will be eligible for a full refund of previously paid VAT.Serik Zhumangarin also announced that the state program for compensating expenses for grain exporters will be extended through the 2026-2027 marketing year.Subsidizing grain shippers' transportation costs in previous years has allowed for the expansion of Kazakhstan's grain supply geography. In addition to traditional markets, Kazakhstan's wheat was purchased for the first time by Belgium, Poland, Portugal, Norway, the United Kingdom, and North African countries such as Morocco, Algeria, and Egypt. The Food Corporation also piloted grain shipments to Vietnam via a multimodal route through China.The implementation of these measures has helped stabilize grain prices and reduce the risk of dumping. Related industries such as logistics, processing, mechanical engineering, and services have also benefited.A separate section of the meeting was devoted to the development of livestock farming. There are currently 1,132 farms operating in three southern regions of the Kostanay region—Arkalyk, Amangeldy, and Dzhangeldy districts. The total sown area is 581,100 hectares, including 501,400 hectares under grain and 65,900 hectares under oilseeds. Over the past three years, the area under oilseed crops has increased by 1.3 times. Safflower is the main crop, accounting for 51,200 hectares, or 47% of the total area under this crop in the region.Farmers raised questions about the implementation of the "Zhailau" program, which was originally initiated by Kostanay region. Specifically, they discussed the requirements for mandatory pasture irrigation and the construction of livestock facilities. Farms in the southern regions are predominantly located in river and lake floodplains, where natural water sources are available, and many farmers already have the necessary livestock infrastructure. Therefore, it was proposed to allow for the inclusion of existing facilities when implementing the program requirements.Livestock breeders also proposed revising the maximum price for purebred cattle under preferential lending, as they estimate that the prices set by the program are below market prices.Serik Zhumangarin instructed the Ministry of Agriculture to develop the necessary amendments to existing documents and to develop a price guide for purebred cattle.Zhenibek Kenjebaev, Director of Zengi Group LLC, presented plans to establish a genetic center for embryo production in Arkalyk. Investments have already been secured for the project."This project is our chance to increase the number of purebred cattle in Kazakhstan to develop livestock breeding. By using embryos, we will be able to produce purebred cattle. At the same time, we are working on creating a logistics hub for livestock transportation in Arkalyk. We plan to professionalize the production and sale of purebred cattle," noted Zhanibek Kenzhebayev.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1301951?lang=ru

A business forum bringing together representatives of the business communities of Kazakhstan and Afghanistan was held in Herat. The Kazakh business delegation was led by Asiet Nussupov, Vice Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Around 12 Kazakh companies interested in expanding cooperation and entering the Afghan market took part in the event.The forum featured business negotiations and B2B meetings, during which entrepreneurs from the two countries discussed promising areas for expanding bilateral trade, increasing supplies of Kazakh products and implementing new joint projects.Following the negotiations, Kazakh companies WAYSTAR and Kim Rail International signed two contracts with Afghan company OSMAN KHALID for the supply of wheat worth a total of USD 11 million.In addition, price terms were finalised for the supply of Kazakh sunflower oil worth around USD 10 million, with the participation of the National Association of Oilseed Processors of Kazakhstan.The opening ceremony of the third section of the Khaf–Herat railway was also held. Kazakh company Integra Construction KZ LLP participated in its construction.The parties also reached agreements to continue cooperation in other areas of bilateral trade and maintain direct business contacts between Kazakh and Afghan companies.As part of the visit, the Kazakh delegation toured the industrial potential of the industrial zone in Herat Province. Representatives of major industrial enterprises presented their production facilities and processes in marble extraction and processing, metal products manufacturing, pharmaceuticals and non-alcoholic beverages.Kazakhstan continues to expand its trade and economic cooperation with Afghanistan. In the first seven months of 2026, bilateral trade reached USD 581.1 million, exceeding the total trade turnover recorded for the whole of 2025, which amounted to USD 541.6 million.Kazakhstan’s main exports to Afghanistan include flour, wheat, sunflower oil, metal products and mineral fertilisers. The growth in trade is accompanied by expanding direct contacts between businesses in the two countries.To further develop business cooperation, Kazakhstan regularly organises trade and economic missions, business forums and B2B meetings. Kazakhstan’s Trade Houses in Kabul and Herat also provide additional opportunities to promote domestic products and establish direct business ties.The business forum and the agreements reached during the visit are expected to contribute to further expanding bilateral trade, increasing supplies of Kazakh products and strengthening direct cooperation between businesses in the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1302522?lang=ru