Washington, D.C., February 4, 2026 – As part of the visit to Washington, DC, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev had a meeting with U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau.During the talks, the sides engaged in a detailed discussion of a wide range of topical issues on the bilateral agenda, including political and economic cooperation, the development of trade and investment ties, collaboration in the fields of energy and critical minerals, and exchanged views on regional and global security matters.The parties reaffirmed their commitment to the continued development of the Enhanced Strategic Partnership between Kazakhstan and the United States. Particular attention was paid to the US initiative to establish a Peace Council, as well as to Kazakhstan’s participation in this format as a founding country. The sides also discussed preparations for Kazakhstan’s participation in the G20 Summit scheduled for December 2026 in Miami.The Kazakh Foreign Minister underscored the country’s strategic role in ensuring the resilience of global supply chains for energy resources and critical minerals, and emphasized cooperation in this area as one of the key pillars of engagement with the United States.For his part, the Deputy Secretary described Kazakhstan as a reliable partner in Central Asia and on the international stage, and expressed confidence that the forthcoming contacts would provide additional momentum to the development of bilateral relations and practical cooperation.Special attention was devoted to the implementation of previously reached agreements and investment projects totaling approximately 17 billion US dollars, following the visit of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Washington, DC, and the “C5+1” Summit.Following the meeting, the sides agreed to further strengthen bilateral cooperation within existing formats, as well as through the launch of new mechanisms and initiatives.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1155423?lang=kk

Within the framework of implementing the "Clean Kazakhstan" ecological culture development concept, a republican "Snow Landing" campaign was held in the Oktyabrskoye village of the city of Lisakovsk.The event involved students from the Lisakovsk Technical College, volunteers, activists of the Youth Resource Center, civil servants, as well as employees of the Lisakovsk City Emergency Department, with a total of about 30 people mobilized.During the campaign, participants assisted single-living pensioners by clearing snow from their yards and surrounding areas. Such initiatives are aimed at fostering ecological culture among the region's youth, developing the volunteer movement, and strengthening social responsibility.According to the organizers, the "Snow Landing" campaign not only improves the sanitary conditions of settlements during the winter season but also provides tangible support to citizens in vulnerable social categories.The mentioned campaigns will continue in the future within the framework of the "Clean Kazakhstan" concept.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1155362?lang=kk

Washington, D.C., February 4, 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev took part in the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial Conference at the invitation of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.The event was attended by representatives from more than 50 countries and executives of Kazakhstan`s mining companies, and featured remarks by U.S. Vice President JD Vance.During the conference, participants exchanged views on diversifying and strengthening global supply chains for critical minerals, as well as on enhancing international cooperation in their extraction, processing, and logistics.In his remarks, Foreign Minister shared with Kazakhstan’s potential in the field of critical minerals and the country’s readiness to make a practical contribution to building reliable and resilient global supply chains. He emphasized that Kazakhstan possesses substantial mineral resources, a developed industrial base for their processing, modern infrastructure, a stable political system, and a predictable regulatory environment.It was noted that Kazakhstan is capable of supplying finished products derived from 20 of the 60 critical minerals included in the list of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), which are in demand in strategic sectors of the global economy.Special attention was given to the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding on Critical Minerals between Kazakhstan and the United States, signed following the visit of the Head of State to Washington, DC, in November 2025. This document became the first agreement of its kind in Central Asia and provides for the development of processing capacities in Kazakhstan, technology transfer, and expanded access of Kazakh products to the U.S. market.The conference brought together more than 30 heads of foreign ministries and relevant agencies from G7 countries and member states of the Pax Silica initiative, as well as representatives of leading international companies. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1155319?lang=kk

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Thirty-two commercial documents were signed on the sidelines of the business forum. The signed agreements are aimed at developing and deepening Kazakh-Pakistani cooperation in finance, logistics, industry, energy, agro-industrial complex, digital services, and infrastructure.The largest industrial agreement signed during the visit was a contract between Kazakhstan's Falcon EuroBus LLP and Pakistan's QCC International for the supply of domestically produced electric buses to Pakistan, valued at $108 million. This document is of strategic importance for promoting Kazakhstan's mechanical engineering and strengthening the "Made in Kazakhstan" brand in international markets, opening up additional opportunities for expanding the export portfolio and further localizing high-tech products.A significant set of agreements focused on launching joint investment mechanisms and developing a financial infrastructure for cooperation. Specifically, Samruk-Kazyna JSC and the Fauji Group of Companies agreed to create a joint investment platform for the selection and implementation of projects in Kazakhstan and Pakistan. JSC Baiterek Research Holding is expanding its partnership opportunities in project and trade finance through collaboration with Habib Bank Limited, and in the transport and logistics segment through cooperation with TCS Private Limited.Furthermore, Freedom Holding Corp. and JSC Freedom Bank Kazakhstan signed a number of agreements with their Pakistani partners. Specifically, an agreement was signed with Meezan Bank Limited to develop correspondent relations and international settlements worth USD 20 million, as well as agreements aimed at developing cross-border financial and digital services.A significant number of agreements relate to the transport and logistics sector. For example, JSC NC Kazakhstan Temir Zholy and National Logistics Corporation agreed to cooperate in multimodal transportation and transit. JSC Kazposhta signed memorandums with Pakistan Post and TCS Private Limited, providing for the development of postal and logistics infrastructure and the implementation of digital solutions. Furthermore, the Aktau International Sea Trade Port and the Port of Karachi reached agreements on developing port logistics and expanding cooperation.Also, in the industrial sector, agreements were reached to establish a joint venture for sugar production in the Zhetysu region between KazFoodProducts and Almoiz Group with an investment of $20 million, and a memorandum was signed between Kusto Group and QazTrade to develop construction materials production worth $20 million.In the chemical and processing industries, agreements were signed between BARK Qazaqstan LLP and relevant Pakistani entities, as well as a memorandum on the launch of chemical production in the Kyzylorda region between NorSon Chemical Industries and the Baikonur Agricultural Production Cooperative.A separate set of agreements covers digital services, IT, and telecommunications. Astana Hub and IGNITE Pakistan signed a memorandum of cooperation on developing startup ecosystems, while QazCode and Jazz Pakistan agreed to collaborate in the telecommunications sector.Additional agreements were signed on digital solutions and artificial intelligence, as well as on the integration of payment services.In the educational and medical fields, memorandums were signed between Astana Medical University and Maroof International Hospital, as well as agreements between iTech KZ and Gift University, aimed at expanding cooperation.In the space industry, Kazakhstan Gharysh Sapary JSC and SUPARCO agreed on scientific and technical cooperation and the exchange of satellite data.Additionally, agreements were signed in the field of Islamic finance between Otbasy Bank and Meezan Bank Limited, as well as memorandums aimed at developing the agro-industrial complex and strengthening business ties between trade and industrial organizations of the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1155035?lang=kk

During the meeting, Aisha Aitalieva spoke about the activities of the Ministry of Justice, familiarized with the ongoing legal reforms and the main achievements of the ministry.The parties also exchanged views on issues of mutual interest and discussed the prospects for further development of bilateral cooperation.Following the meeting, the parties expressed mutual gratitude and wished each other success in further work.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet/press/news/details/1154739?lang=kk

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Kazakhstan's Falcon EuroBus will supply 600 electric buses to Pakistan. Business representatives from both countries reached an agreement to this effect during the Kazakhstan-Pakistan Business Forum held in Islamabad.The first bus deliveries are scheduled to begin in April of this year. The total value of the commercial contract is $108 million. The company intends to increase bus exports to Pakistan to 2,000 units by 2027-2028.Falcon EuroBus, founded in Almaty in 2018, currently produces a wide range of buses that meet European quality standards. The plant's annual production capacity is 1,500 buses, and the company plans to increase output to 3,000 units. Kazakhstani electric buses are in high demand not only in neighboring countries such as Uzbekistan, Mongolia, and Pakistan, but also in European countries."We carry out the full bus production cycle." "Today's Kazakhstan-Pakistan Business Forum opened the door to a major market for us. Under the current agreement, we will supply 600 electric buses for passenger transportation. Furthermore, during B2B meetings, we held talks with representatives of the Pakistani Ministry of Education and agreed on the prospect of supplying 2,000 buses for school transportation," noted Murat Adilkhanov, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Falcon EuroBus.Following the business forum, a commercial agreement is planned to be signed between Falcon EuroBus and the Pakistani company OGCC International, which specializes in the transportation sector.The Kazakhstan-Pakistan Business Forum is being held as part of the state visit of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1154610?lang=kk

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Kazakhstan's exports to Pakistan demonstrated exponential growth in 2025 and became one of the most dynamic areas of foreign trade. From January to November 2025, trade turnover between the two countries reached $105.6 million, a 2.1-fold increase compared to the same period in 2024, when it stood at $48.7 million. The key driver of growth was the export component, which increased fivefold from $11.2 million to $56.4 million, significantly improving the trade balance.The increase in Kazakhstan's exports to Pakistan in 2025 is primarily due to the expansion of the product range and the commencement of shipments of a number of new items. Crude oil shipments, worth $52.9 million, contributed the most to this growth. Exports of agricultural and industrial products also increased significantly. Exports of legumes and vegetables reached $280,300, soldering equipment and machinery at $64,100, other office equipment at $48,100, plant-based weaving materials at $33,100, and auxiliary equipment for textile machinery at $22,500. Wheat shipments increased 4.6-fold to $55,100, reflecting the growing interest of the Pakistani market in Kazakhstan's agricultural products.Imports from Pakistan to Kazakhstan in January–November 2025 also showed positive dynamics, increasing by 19.9% ​​to $44.9 million. The main growth was attributed to food products and light industry products. Potato imports increased almost 94-fold to $9.28 million. Knitwear shipments increased significantly: imports of other knitwear increased more than 125-fold to $663,000, women's knitwear by 45.8% to $1.45 million, and tank tops and sweatshirts by 43.2% to $1.18 million.The results of mutual trade for January–November 2025 clearly demonstrate a qualitative shift in trade and economic relations between Kazakhstan and Pakistan. A five-fold increase in exports and an improved trade balance indicate the formation of a stable foundation for further expansion of supplies, deeper industrial and agricultural cooperation, and a strengthening of the position of Kazakh producers in the Pakistani market.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1154500?lang=kk

Washington, D.C., February 3, 2026 – As part of his visit to the United States, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Yermek Kosherbayev, held meetings with the Chairman of the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee, Brian Mast, and Senator Steve Daines.The parties discussed the current state and prospects of Kazakhstan-U.S. cooperation, with particular emphasis on strengthening trade and economic ties, advancing political dialogue, and expanding interparliamentary engagement in line with the key priorities of the bilateral agenda.The Minister emphasized the strategic nature of relations between the two countries and underscored the importance of intensifying contacts between legislative bodies as an effective mechanism for promoting joint initiatives.During the meeting with Chairman Mast, the parties positively assessed the dynamics of bilateral cooperation and agreed to continue joint efforts to ensure further support for initiatives aimed at deepening trade and economic cooperation, including projects in critical minerals. Particular attention was given to the upcoming visit of a delegation of U.S. congressmen to Kazakhstan scheduled for March this year.Senator Daines, for his part, noted Kazakhstan’s balanced and constructive foreign policy course and emphasized the importance of establishing favorable legislative conditions in the U.S. Congress for expanding bilateral business ties, including through the introduction of Permanent Normal Trade Relations. He informed that work to adopt the necessary legislative decisions aimed at repealing the Jackson-Vanik amendment in the foreseeable future is underway.At the conclusion of the meetings, the Minister invited the American lawmakers to visit Kazakhstan for practical discussions on the prospects for further development of bilateral cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1154461?lang=kk

The Kazakhstan-Pakistan Business Forum has opened in Islamabad. The event is being held as part of the state visit of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. The business forum aims to deepen trade, economic, investment, and industrial cooperation between the business communities of the two countries. The forum will be a key business platform for the visit and will facilitate direct dialogue between representatives of government agencies, the quasi-public sector, and businesses from Kazakhstan and Pakistan.The forum program includes a plenary session with the participation of heads of relevant agencies, national companies, financial institutions, and large private companies, B2B and B2C meetings, and a ceremony to exchange folders containing signed commercial documents.A total of 143 representatives from Kazakhstan are participating in the business forum, 24 of whom are from the quasi-public sector and 119 from the business community. From Pakistan, 180 companies are participating in the event.The forum is expected to sign agreements covering a wide range of cooperation areas, including the creation of joint investment platforms, the development of transport and logistics routes using Pakistan's port infrastructure, e-commerce and postal logistics, banking and Islamic finance, industrial cooperation, the production of electric buses, sugar, building materials, and paints and varnishes, as well as collaboration in IT, GovTech, the startup ecosystem, the textile industry, medicine, and the defense industry.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1154394?lang=kk

Last year, trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Pakistan nearly doubled, reaching $105.6 million. The growth in mutual trade confirms the existence of strong preconditions for further expansion of trade and economic cooperation between the two countries.In the medium term, the parties intend to increase bilateral trade turnover to $1 billion. This issue was discussed during a bilateral meeting between Arman Shakkaliyev, Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Jam Kamal Khan, Minister of Commerce of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, held in Islamabad.During the talks, the parties noted the need to move from isolated initiatives to a well-established mechanism for implementing agreements aimed at increasing mutual trade volumes. Arman Shakkaliyev proposed identifying specific economic sectors for increasing trade turnover, as well as measures and practical actions to achieve this.The implementation of this mechanism involves focusing on priority sectors with the greatest trade and economic potential, including agro-industrial complex and food products, chemical and petrochemical industries, metallurgy, mechanical engineering, and pharmaceuticals."To achieve the goal of increasing trade turnover to $1 billion, QazTrade and TDAP are designated as key operators for implementing these initiatives. This will ensure systematic business support, facilitate direct B2B contacts, and implement joint projects," noted Arman Shakkaliyev.In turn, the Minister of Commerce of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan supported the Kazakh initiative. "Pakistan attaches particular importance to developing trade relations with Kazakhstan. Kazakhstan is not only the largest economy in Central Asia, but also Pakistan's largest export market in the region," noted Jam Kamal Khan.Following the meeting, a protocol was signed, setting QazTrade and TDAP the tasks for implementing the agreements reached.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1154413?lang=kk

В Правительстве под председательством заместителя Премьер-министра – министра национальной экономики Серика Жумангарина состоялось заседание Межведомственной комиссии по вопросам регулирования предпринимательской деятельности.В заседании приняли участие представители государственных органов, Национальной палаты предпринимателей «Атамекен» и отраслевых объединений, а также депутат Мажилиса Парламента РК Болатбек Нажметдинұлы. Одним из ключевых вопросов повестки стало рассмотрение анализа регуляторного воздействия в сфере частной детективной деятельности. Министерство внутренних дел предложило внедрить регуляторные инструменты, предусматривающие лицензирование частных детективов, установление требований к их рабочему месту, а также обязательное страхование профессиональной ответственности.Отмечено, что в настоящее время услуги частных детективов, включая поиск пропавших лиц, наблюдение и сбор доказательств по гражданским и административным делам, фактически оказываются без законодательного регулирования. Предлагаемые меры направлены на защиту прав граждан, обеспечение оказания услуг квалифицированными специалистами, а также соблюдение требований по защите государственной тайны и неприкосновенности частной жизни. Обсуждение анализа регуляторного воздействия по данному вопросу проходило на портале открытых нормативных правовых актов с 27 ноября по 2 декабря прошлого года, замечаний от общественности не поступило.Заместитель министра внутренних дел Санжар Адилов подчеркнул, что лицензирование и страхование профессиональной ответственности частных детективов являются необходимыми условиями для минимизации рисков вмешательства в частную жизнь граждан и повышения прозрачности деятельности данной сферы. По его словам, по аналогии с институтом частных судебных исполнителей эти меры будут способствовать формированию цивилизованного рынка детективных услуг, ориентированного на защиту интересов граждан.Также рассмотрены результаты анализа регуляторного воздействия в части обязанности собственников нефтебаз по оснащению резервуаров контрольными приборами учета (КПУ). Вице-министр энергетики Санжар Жаркешов проинформировал о ходе поэтапной цифровизации оборота нефтепродуктов в стране. В рамках этой работы законодательством уже предусмотрено обязательное оснащение контрольными приборами учета нефтеперерабатывающих заводов и автозаправочных станций.При этом отмечено, что действующие нормы устанавливают ответственность за реализацию и отгрузку нефтепродуктов без применения КПУ, тогда как ответственность за их отсутствие на нефтебазах при хранении и реализации топлива фактически не закреплена. В этой связи предлагается установить ответственность владельцев нефтебаз за установку и эксплуатацию контрольных приборов учета.КПУ обеспечивают автоматизированный учет поступления и отпуска нефтепродуктов, остатков топлива и движение ГСМ в режиме реального времени. В настоящее время нефтебазы в большинстве случаев остаются вне единой цифровой системы учета, что создает риски неучтенного оборота нефтепродуктов.Подчеркнуто, что отсутствие обязательного оснащения нефтебаз КПУ способствует сохранению непрозрачных сегментов рынка ГСМ, формированию серых зон и недополучению налоговых поступлений, особенно в условиях сохраняющегося ценового диспаритета с соседними странами на уровне 40–60%. Внедрение контрольных приборов учета позволит обеспечить сквозной контроль всей цепочки оборота нефтепродуктов, повысить эффективность государственного контроля и создать равные условия для всех участников рынка.По итогам заседания Межведомственная комиссия одобрила представленные результаты анализа регуляторного воздействия по рассмотренным вопросам.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1154164?lang=kk

The 11th round of Kazakh-French political consultations was held in Paris with the participation of Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov and Director of the Department for Continental Europe of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs Brice Roquefeuil.During the talks, parties discussed a wide range of issues related to the further deepening of the Kazakhstan-France enhanced strategic partnership, as well as current issues of multilateral cooperation.Deputy Minister Issetov noted that the political dialogue between Kazakhstan and France is stable and based on mutual trust, supported by regular high-level contacts.During the discussion of economic issues, Deputy Minister Issetov emphasized France’s role as one of Kazakhstan’s leading European trade and investment partners, noting that the cumulative volume of French investments in the Kazakh economy amounts to approximately 21 billion US dollars. French companies are widely represented in the country and contribute to the development of Kazakhstan’s priority sectors, including energy, agriculture, transport infrastructure, industry, sustainable development and healthcare.In the humanitarian sphere, both sides confirmed their mutual interest in expanding cooperation in education, science, and culture.The sides also confirmed the closeness of their positions on issues on the multilateral cooperation agenda, approaches to strengthening international peace and security, as well as their commitment to the principles of international law and the UN Charter.Within the framework of the environmental and climate agenda, the Kazakh side expressed hope for an active stance by French partners at the UN Regional Environmental Summit to be held in Kazakhstan on April 22-24, 2026. The participation of the French delegation will serve as a logical continuation of the One Water Summit initiative, which was held under the chairmanship of the Presidents of Kazakhstan and France in December, 2024 in Riyadh.For his part, Director Roquefeuil reaffirmed France’s interest in further developing comprehensive cooperation with Kazakhstan and emphasized the importance of the practical implementation of existing agreements, which remain under the constant attention of the heads of states.As part of his visit to Paris, Deputy Minister Issetov met with Frédéric Mondoloni, Director-General for Political and Security Affairs at the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France, during which topical bilateral, regional and international issues were discussed. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1154178?lang=kk

First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerzhan Ashikbayev held a meeting with Utsav Kumar, Country Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in Kazakhstan.The Asian Development Bank is one of Kazakhstan’s key international partners, with cooperation spanning more than 30 years and having acquired a long-term and strategic character.“ADB projects in Kazakhstan have a tangible and positive impact, making a significant contribution to the country’s sustainable economic development, infrastructure modernization and the implementation of institutional reforms. We highly value ADB’s support in such priority areas as transport connectivity and regional integration, energy and renewable energy sources, modernization of energy infrastructure, support for small and medium-sized enterprises, and expansion of access to financial services,” Yerzhan Ashikbayev stated during the meeting.At the same time, he emphasized the importance of increasing the efficiency of ongoing projects and ensuring their practical contribution to Kazakhstan’s further socio-economic development.The First Deputy Minister briefed the ADB Country Director on the large-scale economic and constitutional reforms underway in Kazakhstan, highlighting the importance of aligning project selection processes with the priorities of the transformations being implemented in the country.In turn, Utsav Kumar noted the close and constructive cooperation between ADB and the Government of Kazakhstan, emphasizing that over the years of partnership the Bank has invested more than 7.5 billion US dollars in the country’s economy. He also expressed ADB’s readiness to further deepen the partnership and expand the portfolio of socially and economically significant projects.The parties discussed the upcoming visit of ADB President Masato Kanda to Kazakhstan in spring 2026, which is regarded as a confirmation of the strategic nature of the partnership between the Republic of Kazakhstan and ADB.At the conclusion of the meeting, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan confirmed its readiness to continue cooperation with ADB and its representation in Kazakhstan on issues of mutual interest.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1154109?lang=kk

Active work is underway in the Kostanay region in the field of digital development and the implementation of artificial intelligence. At a meeting with the participation of the head of the region, Kumar Aksakalov, key priorities for further steps were outlined, aimed at transitioning from individual digital solutions to comprehensive digital transformation focused on the regional economy, the efficiency of public administration, and the needs of residents.The year 2026, declared by the Head of State as the Year of Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence, is seen as an important stage in the transition to data-driven management and the practical application of AI. The main emphasis is on the digitalization of the real sector of the economy – industry, agriculture, housing and communal services, energy, transport and logistics, as well as the social sphere – healthcare and education. The main goal is to ensure economic growth through the introduction of digital technologies and the transition to a unified regional digital ecosystem.«In 2025, 101 industrial robots were installed at automobile plants, mining and engineering enterprises in the region, and 145 robots are now in operation. Antenna-mast structures have been installed in 44 settlements. About 14 thousand rural residents have gained access to 4G mobile internet. Over the past 3 years, we have managed to provide all 440 schools with high-speed internet. According to the results of the 2025 public monitoring, the Kostanay region took third place, and in the provision of services in electronic form – second place», – noted the akim of the Kostanay region, Kumar Aksakalov.Today, a sustainable IT ecosystem is being formed in the region. About 340 IT companies are already operating in the region. According to the results of 2025, tax revenues from their activities amounted to about 650 million tenge, which is 30% more than the previous year. At the same time, the export of IT services is growing – regional companies are entering foreign markets with their own digital products and solutions.Systematic work on the development of digital infrastructure continues. The provision of rural settlements with quality 4G internet shows a steady positive trend: if in 2022 this figure was 60%, then in 2025 it reached 76%.The digital divide in education has been significantly reduced: if in 2022 only 88 schools (19.4%) had internet with a speed of over 20 Mbps, then in 2025 high-speed internet has been provided to all 440 schools.In collaboration with the A. Baitursynuly Regional University, work on opening the Tomorrow School International School of Artificial Intelligence (France) will be completed within a month.Special attention is paid to the integration of information systems. In 2026, their consolidation and transfer to a single platform with integration into the national big data system is planned. This will create conditions for the broader application of analytics and artificial intelligence in management.In the field of public services, the Kostanay region holds leading positions: first place in online monitoring, second place in the country in the quality of electronic services, and third place in the overall rating based on the results of two studies. The level of public satisfaction remains high. In the future, it is planned to transfer at least 80% of in-demand services to a proactive and mobile format using AI.Digitalization is becoming an important tool for increasing management efficiency, developing the economy, and improving the quality of life of the region's population.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1153871?lang=kk

Vice Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan Erzhan Birzhanov addressed the opening session of the OECD Eurasia Week.In his remarks, Erzhan Birzhanov emphasized the strategic importance of Kazakhstan’s cooperation with the OECD, highlighting the key role of the Eurasia Competitiveness Programme in promoting economic and institutional reforms in the region.It was noted that the OECD Country Programme for Kazakhstan facilitates the implementation of international standards and best practices in national reforms, ensuring their practical focus and long-term sustainability.The Vice Minister also underlined Kazakhstan’s active and consistent engagement with the OECD. Currently, the country has acceded to 46 OECD legal instruments and participates in the work of 39 OECD committees and bodies.Special attention was given to tax policy matters, including the entry into force of the new Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan as of 1 January 2026 and the country’s participation in the OECD/G20 BEPS initiative.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/1153788?lang=kk

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