Laboratories, certification bodies, and inspection organizations in Kazakhstan have begun to undergo part of their mandatory assessments remotely. The National Accreditation Center of the CTRM MTI RK has already conducted 32 remote assessments, confirming that the digital format allows maintaining a high level of objectivity, independence, and quality of procedures. The transition to remote assessment has become the next stage in the digitalization of the national accreditation system. The new mechanism reduces time and organizational costs for businesses, lowers the administrative burden, and contributes to more efficient use of public resources. At the same time, the key principles of accreditation remain unchanged, such as independence, competence, and reliability of results. As experts note, in 2026, remote assessment is being conducted in a pilot mode during the second scheduled assessments. As early as 2027, the National Accreditation Center plans to expand the practice and extend the remote format to all scheduled assessments. At the same time, conducting assessments in a remote format is not mandatory. This mechanism is applied only to accreditation entities that meet the established criteria and have the necessary technical capabilities for remote interaction. To implement the new format, the Center has developed a set of methodological documents, including the working instruction «Remote Assessment», recommendations for assessors, and a feedback questionnaire for accreditation entities. This will ensure a unified, transparent, and clear approach to conducting remote assessments, as well as improve the mechanism based on practical experience and feedback from process participants.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1270748?lang=ru

The Concept of Anti-Corruption Policy of the Republic of Kazakhstan for 2022–2026 identifies as one of the priority areas the formation of an anti-corruption culture in society, principles of integrity, increasing legal literacy of citizens, as well as strengthening sustainable intolerance to any manifestations of corruption.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1270705?lang=ru

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Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issagaliyev held meeting with Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for International Multilateral Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Rassi.During the conversation, the parties positively noted the dynamic development of Kazakh-Saudi relations, based on the principles of friendship and mutually beneficial partnership.Particular attention was paid to cooperation between Kazakhstan and Saudi Arabia within international and regional organizations, including the coordination of approaches and mutual support for the two countries’ initiatives in multilateral fora.The parties also reviewed the schedule of upcoming bilateral engagements at the high and highest levels, emphasizing the importance of achieving concrete agreements and practical outcomes.Following the meeting, the parties agreed to maintain an active and constructive dialogue between the foreign ministries of the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1270752?lang=ru

Ankara, 5 August 2026 – During his working visit to Ankara, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issagaliyev held negotiations with Deputy Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye Ayşe Berris Ekinci and Musa Kulaklıkaya.During the meetings, special attention was paid to opportunities for further strengthening relations based on an enhanced strategic partnership, covering a wide range of political, trade-economic, and cultural-humanitarian fields.The parties exchanged views on the progress of bilateral and multilateral cooperation between Kazakhstan and Türkiye, as well as current issues on the regional agenda, and outlined concrete steps to implement the agreements reached at the high and highest levels.Ways to develop cooperation within international platforms, including the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and the Organization of Turkic States, were discussed.Following the meetings, the sides reaffirmed their commitment to continuing effective cooperation on a systematic basis in the discussed areas.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1270184?lang=ru

The Trade Committee of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan has summarized the results of its work for the first half of 2026. During the meeting, the results of measures to stabilize prices for socially significant food products were reviewed, as well as the effectiveness of the work of territorial departments.Thanks to the systematic work carried out, the growth rate of prices for socially significant goods in the country has significantly decreased compared to the same period — by 4.6 percent.This was achieved by strengthening state control, expanding the list of goods under monitoring, as well as support measures for domestic producers.A total of 3,907 administrative cases were registered, of which 2,391 are related to exceeding the permissible trade markup. As a result of the work of regional commissions, 2,322 violations were identified, and 164 inefficient intermediaries were eliminated from supply chains.In addition, as part of control measures, more than 46.5 thousand illegally imported eggs were seized, digital food vouchers were introduced, as well as price monitoring for 31 commodity items. 132 agricultural fairs were organized weekly. The modernization of 25 trade markets and the strengthening of executive discipline for the timely provision of information are under special control.At the same time, following the results of June, a decrease in the effectiveness of price control work was noted in certain regions.The work of Atyrau and North Kazakhstan regions in the field of state control was criticized. In particular, in the Atyrau region, only 12 violations were identified in the first half of the year, which indicates insufficient effectiveness of control activities. In addition, since the beginning of the year, not a single inefficient intermediary has been eliminated from the market in Abai, Aktobe, Karaganda, Zhambyl, Turkestan regions and the city of Astana.«We do not need meetings held for the sake of reporting. We need a concrete result — identifying violations, eliminating inefficient intermediaries from the market, and preventing unjustified price increases remain our main tasks», — emphasized Yernur Zhautykov, Chairman of the Trade Committee, outlining strict requirements for the quality of control work.Following the results of the board meeting, it was instructed to complete the modernization of trade markets by the end of 2026. The main priorities for the second half of the year are maintaining price stability, developing small "near-home" fairs, as well as implementing the digital food voucher project.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1270158?lang=ru

According to the National Product Catalog, as of August 2026, over 29 million product items are registered in the registry. The largest share of registered product cards belongs to clothing and everyday goods.An analysis of the distribution by OKTRU categories in the National Product Catalog shows a clear leadership of two industries. Clothing and everyday goods rank first by a wide margin – over 8 million registered cards in this category, which accounts for a significant portion of the entire catalog. In second place are vehicles and transport equipment – over 2 million products, followed by equipment and materials for engineering systems – over 1 million cards.The top 10 also includes construction products, furniture and interior items, food and beverages, building materials, jewelry, machinery and equipment, as well as printed products.This distribution reflects the structure of the Kazakhstani consumer goods market and confirms the demand for the NPC primarily among manufacturers and importers of mass-market goods – segments with the most dynamic turnover and a high need for product traceability.The National Product Catalog (NPC) is a centralized state database containing information on all goods produced and imported in the Republic of Kazakhstan. The mandatory use of the NPC as a unified state product reference book is enshrined in the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 215-VIII dated July 18, 2025.Each product in the catalog is assigned a unique identification code NTIN – a 13-digit number used at all stages of the product life cycle: during production, import, storage, sale, issuance of electronic invoices, and in the operation of cash registers. The code is issued free of charge and is valid indefinitely.As of July 1, 2026, the transitional period for implementing NPC requirements for the last category of market participants – small and micro-business entities, including convenience stores – has ended. As of today, all categories of trading participants – from large importers and manufacturers to small retail outlets – are required to use it as a unified product reference book.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1270147?lang=ru

The Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan held a meeting aimed at improving the quality of tax and customs audits and preventing errors during their implementation. The meeting was part of the Ministry of Finance's proactive efforts to improve law enforcement practices and develop unified approaches, which will reduce the number of violations and enhance the effectiveness of state control. The event, chaired by Vice Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerzhan Birzhanov, took place on August 3, 2026, at the State Revenue Committee. The agenda focused on the quality of tax and customs audits, as well as the results of their appeals. The event was held via videoconference with the participation of employees of the State Revenue Committee's central office and territorial divisions directly conducting tax and customs audits. As part of the Ministry of Finance's proactive efforts, special attention was paid to preventing systemic errors and improving audit practices. The main goal of the meeting was to develop unified approaches to the application of tax and customs legislation, as well as to eliminate the causes that lead to the cancellation of audit results. Serik Aisin, Director of the Appeals Department of the Ministry of Finance, presented an analysis of the most common violations identified during the review of complaints by the Appeals Commission. Issues related to settlements with unreliable taxpayers, the application of tax and customs legislation, and the classification of goods were discussed. Participants paid special attention to the correct application of the provisions of the new Tax Code, which entered into force on January 1, 2026, including amendments aimed at simplifying the VAT refund procedure. The application of new VAT refund rules was also discussed. Representatives of the State Revenue Committee reported on measures taken to improve the quality of audits, including the use of judicial review, streamlining the procedure for reviewing taxpayers' written arguments based on preliminary audit results, and implementing automated mechanisms for monitoring the sequence of actions, adhering to procedural deadlines, and recording the stages of document delivery in accordance with the requirements of the Administrative Procedure Code. Summing up the meeting, the Deputy Minister of Finance noted that improving the quality of audit activities is impossible without systematic efforts to develop auditors' professional competencies, regular training, and organizational and motivational events. Such meetings contribute to the prevention of violations, a reduction in the number of errors during tax and customs audits, the development of uniform law enforcement practices, and increased protection of taxpayers' rights.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/1270100?lang=ru

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As of July 1, 2026, the population of the Abay Region amounted to 592.9 thousand people, including 374.3 thousand urban residents (63,1%) and 218,6 thousand rural residents (36,9%). Compared to the beginning of 2026, the population decreased by 2,8 thousand people, or 0.5%.Natural Population ChangeOverall, in the Abay Region, the natural population increase for January–June 2026 amounted to 1079 people, which is 16.1% lower compared to January–June 2025 (1286 people). The overall rate of natural increase was 3.67 per 1000 population.According to civil registration records provided by the civil registry offices, the number of births for January–June 2026 totaled 3683, which is 6.9% lower than during the corresponding period of 2025 (3956 births). The crude birth rate amounted to 12.53 births per 1000 population.During the reporting period, the number of deaths totaled 2604 people, which is 0.5% less than in January–June 2025 (2670 deaths). The crude death rate amounted to 8.86 deaths per 1000 population.In January–June 2026, 23 deaths of infants under one year of age were registered in the region, which is 17.9% lower compared to the corresponding period of 2025 (28 infant deaths). The infant mortality rate amounted to 6.24 per 1000 live births.Population MigrationAccording to data provided by the migration service authorities, in January–June 2026 the number of people arriving in the region amounted to 15891 , while the number of people leaving the region totaled 19795. As a result of external and internal migration, the migration decrease amounted to 3904 people.The main external migration exchange occurred with CIS countries. The number of arrivals from CIS countries amounted to 55 people, or 64,7% of the total number of migrants, while the number of departures amounted to 49 people, or 92.45%. The majority of arrivals and departures involved the Russian Federation.Migration with non-CIS countries resulted in a positive balance: 30 people arrived in the region, while 4 people left. Most arrivals came from China, while most departures were to Germany.Regarding interregional migration, the number of arrivals amounted to 7275 people, while departures totaled 11211 people, resulting in a negative migration balance of 3936 people.______________________________________________________________________________________________________Methodological explanationsThe natural growth rate is the difference between the total fertility and mortality rates.The total fertility rate is an indicator that determines the intensity of childbearing in relation to the entire population. Represents the ratio of the total number of live births during the period to the average population. As a rule, it is calculated per 1000 population.The total mortality rate is an indicator that determines the intensity of mortality of the population. Represents the ratio of the total number of deaths during the period to the average population. As a rule, it is calculated per 1000 population.The infant mortality rate is an indicator that determines the mortality rate of children under the age of one year. It is calculated by the ratio of the number of deaths under the age of 1 to the number of live births. The infant mortality rate is calculated per 1,000 live births.Population migration -   the   movement  of people (migrants) across the borders of certain regions with a change of residence.Migrant - a person who commits a migration with change of residence.Number of arrivals -    the   number of people who have entered into the region because of its limits during the reporting period.Number of departures - the number of people who left the region outside of its boundaries during the reporting period. www.stat.gov.kz / Official statistics / By industry / Demographic statistics Head of the  Division of social and demographic statistics:S.KondratyevaТеl. +7 (7222) 36 25 49 Address:180000, c.Semeyst.Mangilik el, 25 © Bureau of National statistics Agencies for Strategic planning and reforms of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/1269702?lang=ru

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Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the State of Qatar, Bakyt Batyrshayev, presented his credentials to the Amir of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani congratulated the Ambassador of Kazakhstan on the commencement of his diplomatic mission and wished him success in further strengthening friendly relations and strategic partnership between the two countries.Bakyt Batyrshayev conveyed warm greetings and best wishes from the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. Ambassador emphasized his full commitment to exerting all efforts to deepen comprehensive cooperation between Astana and Doha.The parties noted the importance of building on the strategic partnership achieved and agreed to further strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation across various fields.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1268973?lang=ru

A three-day agricultural festival "Kostanay Dala" was organized at a high level in our region. In the future, this event will become annual and turn into the country's main agricultural exhibition. Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan Aidarbek Saparov visited the region specifically to participate in the festival.Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov noted that the region's farmers are successfully fulfilling the tasks set by the Head of State. This year, 275 billion tenge has been allocated for the development of the region's agro-industrial complex, which is 33% more compared to last year. Over the past five years, the volume of financing for the sector has increased by 3.6 times.Under the preferential leasing program, agricultural producers purchased 1,034 units of agricultural machinery last year. This year, 799 units of new machinery have already been purchased. At the same time, 90% of the purchased machinery is produced in Kazakhstan.At the end of last year, the best result in the last ten years was achieved: the yield amounted to 16.7 centners per hectare, and the total volume of harvested grain reached 6.7 million tons. This year, 140.4 billion tenge in preferential loans has been allocated for the sowing campaign."Our region is the country's leader in food production and export of processed agricultural products. Last year, out of 8.1 million tons of processed agricultural products exported by Kazakhstan, 27.2% came from Kostanay region. This year, the export of all agricultural products from the region amounted to 525.3 million US dollars, which is 59% higher than the same period last year," noted Akim of the region Kumar Aksakalov.In the development of the region's agro-industrial complex, priority is given to investment projects in the processing sector. In recent years, major projects have been implemented for processing legumes, producing dry mare's milk, and a flour milling complex and a cheese production plant have been put into operation. In August, the "Confectionery Capital" project will start operating. A pasta production project will also be launched, and the construction of an oil extraction plant and a complex for processing grain and oilseeds continues.Of particular importance for the region's economy will be the implementation of two more major projects — deep grain processing and sustainable aviation fuel production.The comprehensive livestock development plan, implemented under the "Igilik", "Bereke", and "Zhailau" programs, contributes to the increase in livestock numbers in the region. A pool of 21 investment projects with a total cost of 20 billion tenge has been formed, providing for the purchase of 14.2 thousand heads of imported pedigree cattle.In dairy farming, seven dairy farms have been put into operation over the past two years. The construction of six more such facilities is currently underway. This year, the implementation of three more new projects will begin.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1268938?lang=ru

В течение ближайших пяти лет на Капшагайском водохранилище будет проходить международный чемпионат «Формула-1 H2O». При этом проект не ограничивается лишь проведением соревнований. В регионе планируется строительство завода по производству спортивных катеров, а также открытие академии по подготовке пилотов водной техники. Кроме того, будет сформирована национальная сборная Казахстана, которая будет представлять страну на мировых гонках «Формула-1 H2O» на воде, сообщает пресс-служба акима Алматинской области.Аким области Марат Султангазиев вновь встретился с организаторами чемпионата F1H2O, чтобы обсудить вопросы проведения международного турнира на высоком организационном уровне.— Проведение международных соревнований такого уровня, как «Формула-1 H2O», будет способствовать дальнейшему укреплению авторитета нашей страны на мировой арене. Со стороны акимата области этой инициативе будет оказана всесторонняя поддержка. Совместно с Министерством туризма и спорта Республики Казахстан мы приложим все усилия, чтобы реализовать этот турнир как важный национальный проект, — отметил глава региона.В свою очередь представитель компании H2O Racing Раймондо ди Сан Джермано подчеркнул, что Казахстан является наиболее подходящей страной для проведения этих соревнований.— Мы хотим, чтобы международный чемпионат получил широкое развитие в Центральной Азии. Именно поэтому приняли решение проводить крупнейшие в мире гонки на воде в Конаеве — городе, который широко известен своим потенциалом в сфере водного туризма. Во время соревнований на Иссык-Куле мы официально объявили, что чемпионат мира 2027 года пройдет в Казахстане. В дальнейшем мы откроем академию по подготовке пилотов и будем обучать специалистов по управлению спортивными судами. Также намерены развивать федерацию этого вида спорта как в Казахстане, так и во всей Центральной Азии. Все эти проекты будут реализованы в городе Конаев. Кроме того, мы планируем открыть в Казахстане завод по производству спортивных катеров. Во время пребывания на Иссык-Куле мы увидели, что у Кыргызстана нет собственной национальной команды. Уверен, что в течение ближайших 12 месяцев Казахстан сможет сформировать полноценную национальную сборную, — заявил Раймондо ди Сан Джермано.Отметим, что в этом году этап «Формулы-1 H2O» прошел на побережье озера Иссык-Куль в Кыргызстане. За зрелищными гонками лично наблюдали президенты шести государств. Ожидается, что соревнования, которые в следующем году состоятся на Капшагайском водохранилище, будут транслироваться в прямом эфире почти для одного миллиарда зрителей по всему миру. Это, безусловно, станет мощным импульсом для развития туристического потенциала Казахстана и повысит интерес иностранных гостей к стране.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/1268799?lang=ru