Dushanbe, February 16, 2026 – As part of his official visit to Dushanbe, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Ermek Kosherbayev held talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan Sirojiddin Muhriddin.During the meeting, the parties reviewed priority areas of political, economic, water and energy, transit and transport, as well as cultural and humanitarian cooperation between the two countries.The sides reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening political dialogue based on the principles of friendship, mutual trust and strategic partnership. They underscored the importance of regular contacts at high and highest levels for deepening bilateral relations and coordinating efforts on regional issues.Minister Kosherbayev emphasized the high level of personal relations between the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and the President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, as well as the importance of implementing the agreements reached at the highest level.“Developing mutually beneficial cooperation with Tajikistan is an important priority for Kazakhstan. Thanks to the political will of the Heads of State, our strategic partnership has been elevated to a qualitatively new level with the signing of the historic Treaty on Allied Relations,” the Kazakh Foreign Minister stated.For his part, Minister Muhriddin noted that the allied nature of bilateral relations fully corresponds to the traditional spirit of good-neighborliness and mutual respect between Kazakhstan and Tajikistan.Particular attention was paid to expanding economic ties. The parties discussed further measures to increase bilateral trade, create favorable conditions for attracting investment and implement joint projects. For many years, Kazakhstan has consistently ranked among Tajikistan’s top three trading partners. Owing to joint efforts, bilateral trade exceeded 1.2 billion US dollars last year. The sides agreed to take coordinated measures to achieve the goal set by the Heads of State to increase trade turnover to 2 billion US dollars.The interlocutors also focused on prospects for cooperation in agriculture, including the development of agro-industrial cooperation and increased supplies of agricultural products.The ministers reviewed issues of cooperation in the water and energy sector, emphasizing the importance of rational and mutually beneficial use of water resources and the development of energy partnership.The parties also discussed prospects for deepening cooperation in transport and logistics, including infrastructure development and enhancing the efficiency of regional routes and international corridors. The Foreign Ministers agreed that Kazakhstan and Tajikistan, as landlocked countries, are capable of realizing significant transit potential by providing mutual access to major markets in Europe, the Caucasus and South Asia.The ministers exchanged views on pressing issues of the regional and international agenda. They highlighted constructive cooperation within multilateral frameworks, including such international organizations as the United Nations, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, the Commonwealth of Independent States, and the Collective Security Treaty Organization, as well as mutual support for the two countries’ international initiatives. They also exchanged views on ensuring regional security and sustainable development in Central Asia, reaffirming their readiness for close coordination of efforts on international platforms.Following the talks, a Cooperation Program between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan for 2026–2028 was signed.Mr. Kosherbayev also took part in a wreath-laying ceremony at the monument to Ismoil Somoni, the founder and first ruler of the Tajik state, located at Dusti (Friendship) Square in Dushanbe.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1162914?lang=kk

Dushanbe, February 16, 2026 – As part of his official visit to Dushanbe, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Ermek Kosherbayev, was received by the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon.During the meeting, President Rahmon expressed satisfaction with the steady advancement of bilateral cooperation in the spirit of strategic partnership and alliance, emphasizing the importance of further strengthening comprehensive engagement between the two countries.For his part, Minister Kosherbayev conveyed warm greetings and best wishes on behalf of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, and informed the Tajik side about the progress in implementing the agreements reached at the highest and high levels.“I would like to emphasize that Kazakh-Tajik relations demonstrate stable and progressive development and possess considerable potential,” – the Kazakh Foreign Minister noted.Minister Kosherbayev also briefed President Rahmon in detail on the current state and prospects for further expansion of Kazakh-Tajik cooperation. Particular attention was paid to deepening trade and economic ties, including joint efforts to achieve the goal set by the Heads of State to increase bilateral trade turnover to 2 billion US dollars.The meeting also covered topical issues on the international and regional agenda. The high level of cooperation between Kazakhstan and Tajikistan within multilateral frameworks, including mutual support, was underscored.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1162910?lang=kk

Astana, 16 February 2026 – At the initiative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs a briefing on the outcomes of the work of the Constitutional Reform Commission was held for the diplomatic corps. Approximately 80 representatives of diplomatic missions and international organizations accredited in Kazakhstan, as well as experts, attended the event.The briefing was organized with the participation of Chairperson of the Commission and Head of the Constitutional Court Elvira Azimova, and members of the Commission, including Minister of Justice Yerlan Sarsembayev, Deputy Chairperson of the Constitutional Court Bakyt Nurmukhanov, Human Rights Commissioner Artur Lastayev, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Arman Issetov, as well as Chairperson of the Republican Bar Association Madi Myrzagarayev.During the meeting, members of the Commission presented the key novelties of the draft of new Constitution of Kazakhstan, as well as the conceptual foundations of the reform initiated by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan.“The sovereignty, independence, unitary character and territorial integrity of the Republic of Kazakhstan remain unchanged in the draft Constitution. Amendments to the Constitution will be introduced exclusively following a nationwide referendum. The republican referendum on 15 March 2026 will be a day of responsible choice for the people of Kazakhstan regarding the country’s future path of development,” E.Azimova stated during the briefing.The Constitution establishes a balanced and accountable model of public authority, providing for a transition to a unicameral Kurultai while simultaneously enshrining the legal basis for the Halyk Kenesi as a representative body of citizens vested with the right of legislative initiative in the Kurultai. The procedure for its formation and activities will be defined by a separate constitutional law.During the briefing, provisions of the draft Constitution concerning legal aspects of the Republic’s foreign policy were also explained.Deputy Minister Issetov emphasized that “the constitutional innovations comprehensively reflect our state’s commitment to the fundamental principles of international law and to national priorities under current conditions of transition to a new stage of development. The model of international cooperation of the Republic of Kazakhstan is based on the core principles of the UN Charter and the good-faith fulfillment of all assumed international obligations.”It was noted that international treaties remain part of the country’s legal system and are subject to mandatory implementation.Following the meeting, representatives of the diplomatic corps and international organizations noted the openness and transparency of the constitutional reform process in the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1162907?lang=kk

Порядка 38 вопросов, касающихся финансового сектора, обсудили на очередном заседании Проектного офиса по внедрению Налогового кодекса под председательством заместителя Премьер-министра – министра национальной экономики Серика Жумангарина.Более 10 вопросов носили редакционный и уточняющий характер. Речь идет о расширении перечня сведений, не относящихся к налоговой тайне, порядке выписки электронных счетов-фактур и других технических нормах.Вместе с тем отдельный блок вопросов требует дополнительного анализа с точки зрения их влияния на инвестиционный рынок.НДС по гарантиям и факторингуПо информации председателя Совета Ассоциации финансистов Казахстана Елены Бахмутовой, новый Налоговый кодекс освобождает от НДС проценты по кредитам и микрокредитам, выданным в денежной форме.Однако операции по выдаче банковских гарантий и поручительств от НДС не освобождены. Также под налогообложение подпадают факторинговые операции.Факторинг – это инструмент, при котором поставщик получает оплату за товар раньше срока, уступив право требования банку или финансовой организации. По сути, это форма краткосрочного финансирования, схожая с кредитом.В то же время в Налоговом кодексе факторинг прямо не отнесен к займам, и поэтому к нему не применяется освобождение от НДС, предусмотренное для кредитов.Для ряда банков этот вопрос является принципиальным, поскольку значительная часть работы с клиентами строится через гарантии и факторинговые операции. На развитых рынках факторинг рассматривается как финансовая услуга, а процентный доход по нему, как правило, освобождается от НДС.Отмечено, что приведение налогового режима к международной практике может повысить конкурентоспособность финансового рынка Казахстана и снизить стоимость финансирования для бизнеса, прежде всего для малого и среднего.По итогам обсуждения подчеркнуто: освобождение от НДС является налоговой льготой и требует позиции Агентства по регулированию и развитию финансового рынка. Политика правительства заключается в том, что налоговые послабления возможны, если они способствуют финансированию реального сектора экономики и росту инвестиционной активности внутри страны.Доходы по ценным бумагамОтдельно рассмотрен вопрос определения дохода в виде вознаграждения по долговым инструментам.В действующей редакции дисконт при погашении ценных бумаг исключен из состава вознаграждения и отнесен к приросту стоимости. Это усложняет применение налоговых вычетов и может приводить к дополнительной налоговой нагрузке.Представители финансового сообщества предложили сохранить дисконт в составе вознаграждения, чтобы избежать неоднозначного толкования норм.Также обсуждалась норма о необходимости владения долговыми ценными бумагами не менее трех лет для уменьшения налогооблагаемого дохода. По мнению участников рынка, это может снижать интерес инвесторов к таким инструментам и создавать неравные условия между биржевыми площадками.Все предложения будут внимательно изучены с учетом принятого Кодекса.НДС при экспорте сельхозпродукцииЕще один вопрос касался корректировки НДС при экспорте сельскохозяйственной продукции.Согласно действующей норме, сельхозтоваропроизводитель при экспорте обязан уменьшить ранее принятый к зачету НДС на 80%. Соответственно, возврат производится в размере 20%, поскольку аграрии имеют право на снижение налоговых обязательств на 80%.Разъяснено, что данная норма распространяется исключительно на продукцию растениеводства и животноводства, включая продукцию их первичной переработки, в соответствии с профильным законодательством.Министерством национальной экономики будет подготовлено официальное разъяснение по порядку применения НДС при экспорте сельскохозяйственной и переработанной продукции.По данным Комитета государственных доходов, на 12 февраля, специальный налоговый режим на основе упрощенной декларации выбрали 921 тыс. налогоплательщиков, общеустановленный режим – 113 тыс.Около 500 тыс. налогоплательщиков пока не определились с выбором. Им направлены повторные уведомления через личные кабинеты с напоминанием о необходимости выбрать налоговый режим до 1 марта.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1162903?lang=kk

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov took part in a meeting of the Regional Investment Headquarters (RIH) of the Abai Region during his working visit to the region.The event was organized by the regional Akimat with the participation of representatives of government agencies and the business community.As part of the visit’s working agenda, a meeting was held with the Akim of the Abai Region, Berik Uali. The parties discussed key areas of the region’s investment development, the formation of a перспектив investment portfolio, as well as measures to enhance the region’s investment attractiveness and ensure effective investor support.Addressing the meeting of the Regional Investment Headquarters, A.Kuantyrov noted that the new investment policy model is focused on unlocking the potential of the regions and actively promoting investment projects.At the regional level, the key objective is to establish an effective investor support system that ensures prompt resolution of emerging issues and creates favorable conditions for project implementation.“The work of the RIH enables us to bring interaction with investors to a fundamentally new level. It serves as a platform for the consideration of project-specific issues, strengthening interagency coordination, and systematically promoting investment initiatives in the regions,” the Deputy Minister stated.The meeting reviewed issues related to the implementation of investment projects in the Abai Region, provision of engineering and transport infrastructure, allocation of state support measures, and removal of administrative barriers for investors. Particular attention was given to enhancing the personal responsibility of government agencies and improving the effectiveness of interagency coordination.Following the meeting, further measures were identified to develop the region’s industrial and agricultural potential, as well as to strengthen cooperation between central and local government bodies.During the visit, A.Kuantyrov, together with the Akim of the region, participated in the official opening ceremony of a legumes and oilseed processing plant of Agro Leader KAZ LLP. The launch of the enterprise is aimed at developing the regional agro-industrial complex, expanding export potential, and creating new jobs.The Deputy Minister also familiarized himself with the operations of several industrial and processing enterprises in the region. In particular, he visited Kazpoligraf LLP – one of the largest enterprises specializing in packaging production and secondary raw material processing – as well as the worn tire recycling complex of Eikos LLP, which implements projects in waste processing and the production of high value-added products.Following the events, priority areas for further cooperation in supporting investment projects were identified, and readiness was reaffirmed to provide comprehensive support to investors at all stages of project implementation in the Abai Region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1162898?lang=kk

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Astana, February 16, 2026 – An extraordinary meeting of the Regional Contact Group of Special Representatives of Central Asian countries on Afghanistan was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The meeting brought together the representatives of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.Special Representative of the President of Kazakhstan for Afghanistan Yerkin Tukumov stressed on Kazakhstan’s interest in a constructive exchange of views and in identifying practical solutions to pressing the issues of engagement with Kabul.The parties discussed the current situation in Afghanistan and matters of practical cooperation, including the development of trade and economic ties, expansion of transit and transport corridors through Afghan territory, as well as regional security issues.Participants underscored the importance of coordinating the efforts of Central Asian states in the interests of ensuring stability and sustainable development in Afghanistan.Following the meeting, the participants reaffirmed their readiness to continue regular consultations and maintain working-level contacts within the framework of the Regional Contact Group.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1162699?lang=kk

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The winners and prize recipients of Alem Tech Fest 2026, the largest robotics and STEM technology festival in Central Asia, were awarded in Astana.More than 5,000 school students from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Estonia, Vietnam, and Hong Kong took part in the festival.The award ceremony was attended by Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan – Minister of Information Technologies and Digital Development Zhaslan Madiyev, Chairman of the Management Board of Samruk-Kazyna JSC Nurlan Zhakupov, as well as representatives of sectoral ministries and organizations.Deputy Prime Minister Zhaslan Madiyev highly praised the engineering potential of young people and noted:“Developing robotics is an important direction of our country’s digital transformation. Today we see not only students working with construction kits, but future engineers and specialists in artificial intelligence. These talented young people will introduce advanced technologies into industry and public administration, strengthening the country’s competitiveness in the global market.”As a result of the Central Asia FIRST Championship tournament, 50 best teams were identified and awarded cash prizes and educational grants.In addition, Kazakhstan’s national robotics team was formed from 16 top winning teams. The national team will represent the country at the FIRST Championship 2026 world finals in Houston, USA. Other prize-winning teams received qualification spots for international tournaments in North America, Europe, and Southeast Asia.The following teams were included in Kazakhstan’s national team:FIRST LEGO League Explore: Alem Innovators;FIRST LEGO League Challenge: FIZTEX, ToleBi Daryn, Tidal Tumble;FIRST Tech Challenge: JelToqSun, TGJ, xCeption, SANA, KAP, Panheya, OVERTIME, Nomadic.Dragons.FTC, FIZMAT ROBOTICS, FoxSlide, MLP, Celestial.The festival program also featured competitions in the following categories: Alem Drone League, RoboCup Soccer, Physical AI Championship, RoboCup Rescue, and Battle of Bots.The event was organized with the support of the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan by the USTEM Foundation public fund and the Republican Scientific and Practical Center “Daryn.” Partner organizations included the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Astana Hub international innovation cluster, and the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The general sponsor was Samruk-Kazyna National Welfare Fund JSC. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu/press/news/details/1161888?lang=kk

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A 55-apartment residential building has been commissioned in the city of Arkalyk, intended for citizens on the waiting list for state housing.In 2025, a 48-apartment residential building at 13 Baitursynov Street was renovated, after which the apartments were provided to representatives of socially vulnerable segments of the population. This year, work in this direction continued, and the 55-apartment residential building at 12 Baitursynov Street has been handed over to citizens in need of housing.The new building includes 17 one-room apartments, 20 two-room apartments, and 18 three-room apartments.Keys to the apartments were presented to large families, orphaned children, citizens with disabilities of groups I–II, single-parent families, as well as families raising children with disabilities.This initiative is a concrete result of systematic work to provide housing for citizens in need of social support.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1161836?lang=kk

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The population of Abay Region as of January 1, 2026, amounted to 595.7 thousand people, including 374.5 thousand urban residents (62.9%) and 221.2 thousand rural residents (37.1%). Compared to the beginning of 2025, the population decreased by 7.2 thousand people, or by 1.2%.Natural population changeOverall, in Abay Region for January–December 2025, the natural population increase amounted to 2730 people, which is 33.1% less than in January–December 2024 (31408142 people). The total natural increase rate was 4.56 per 1000 population.According to information recorded in civil status acts submitted by the civil registry offices, the number of births for January–December 2025 amounted to 8105, which is 14.9% less than in the corresponding period of 2024 (9521). The total birth rate was 13.53 per 1000 population.During the reporting period, the number of deaths amounted to 5375, which is 1.2% less than in January– December 2024 (5440). The total mortality rate was 8.97 deaths per 1000 population.For January–September 2025, 45 infant deaths (under 1 year of age) were registered in the region, which is 36.6% less than in the corresponding period of 2024 (71 infant deaths). The infant mortality rate was 5.55 deaths per 1000 live births.Population migrationAccording to data provided by the migration service, for January–December 2025 the number of arrivals to the region amounted to 30569 people, while the number of departures totaled 40455. As a result of external and internal migration, there was a net loss of 9886 people.The main external migration exchange occurs with CIS countries. The number of arrivals from CIS countries amounted to 116 people (66,3%), and the number of departures was 179 people (87.3% of all migrants). The majority of arrivals and departures are associated with the Russian Federation.With non-CIS foreign countries, the migration balance was positive: 59 people arrived in the region, while 26 departed. The main part of the arrivals is in China, while those who left are in Germany.Regarding interregional migration within the country, 13023 people arrived and 22879 departed, resulting in a negative balance of 9856 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 statisticsHead of the  Division of social and demographic statistics:S.KondratyevaТеl. +7 (7222) 36 25 49 Address:180000, c.Semeyst.Mangilik el, 25 © Agency for Strategic planning and reforms of the Republic of Kazakhstan Bureau of National statisticsSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/1161646?lang=kk

Bishkek, February 13, 2026 – As part of an official visit to Bishkek, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic Zheenbek Kulubaev.During the talks, the heads of the foreign ministries discussed a wide range of issues concerning Kazakh-Kyrgyz cooperation.The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan emphasized that thanks to the political will of the heads of state, bilateral relations between the two countries have reached a qualitatively new level of interaction.“Following reciprocal high-level visits, a clear vector for further strengthening the fraternal Kazakh-Kyrgyz relations has been set. On our part, we intend to make every effort to work jointly on the comprehensive development of cooperation between Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan in the spirit of enduring friendship and good-neighborliness,” said Minister Kosherbayev.In turn, Minister Kulubaev confirmed the progressive development of allied relations between the two states, based on the principles of brotherhood and good-neighborliness.The parties thoroughly discussed measures for the practical implementation of agreements reached at the highest level in recent years and expressed their readiness to continue promoting closer ties through intergovernmental cooperation.“Kazakh-Kyrgyz relations are rapidly developing. Bilateral trade, economic, and investment cooperation is strengthening year by year, and we intend to comprehensively deepen allied relations with Kyrgyzstan,” Kosherbayev emphasized during the discussion.The head of Kazakhstan’s foreign ministry noted that Kazakhstan firmly holds a place among the top three largest trading partners of Kyrgyzstan. The volume of mutual trade reached 2 billion US dollars, with a goal set to increase this figure to 3 billion. This will be facilitated by the planned diversification of the commodity turnover, further development of interregional links, and the launch of new joint projects, including the establishment of a cross-border Industrial Trade and Logistics Complex, the multiplier effect of which will impact the entire spectrum of Kazakh-Kyrgyz cooperation.Minister Kosherbayev also noted that over the past 20 years, Kazakhstani companies’ investments in the Kyrgyz economy have amounted to 1.4 billion, at the same time, it is in the interest of both countries to expand the sphere of investment cooperation. In this regard, the heads of the foreign ministries, emphasizing the significant potential for cooperation, expressed their readiness to support the development of fruitful collaboration in energy, transport, logistics, and agriculture.A separate point was devoted to prospects for deepening cultural and humanitarian ties, which form the foundation of strong and long-term relations between the two fraternal peoples. The parties expressed satisfaction with the intensity of the events conducted. Last year, the Days of Kazakh Cinema, the 3rd Kazakh-Kyrgyz Youth Forum, and the ceremonial opening of the “Golden Bridge” monument in Bishkek were held in Kyrgyzstan. In Kazakhstan, the premiere of the musical “Jamila,” based on the eponymous story by Chingiz Aitmatov took place. In January of this year, the Days of Kyrgyz Cinema were successfully held in Astana.During the meeting, the ministers also compared notes on current regional and international agenda issues. They confirmed their commitment to close cooperation within the framework of the UN, as well as mutual support in promoting the international initiatives of the two states.In conclusion, the readiness to further strengthen inter-ministerial cooperation, including within the framework of the Council of Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, was reaffirmed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1161450?lang=kk

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Bishkek, February 13, 2026 – As part of his official visit to Bishkek, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev was received by President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov.During the meeting, President Japarov noted with satisfaction the positive dynamics in the development of multifaceted cooperation between the two states and emphasized the importance of further deepening allied relations between Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.In turn, Minister Kosherbayev conveyed warm greetings and best wishes on behalf of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and informed about the progress in implementing the agreements reached at the highest and high levels.“I would like to emphasize that Kazakh-Kyrgyz relations have significant potential and being filled with new qualitative substance, have been developing upward year by year. This is primarily facilitated by your regular political dialogue with President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev,” Minister Kosherbayev noted.The Minister also underlined that Kazakhstan views the further expansion of bilateral trade and economic ties as a fundamental factor for progressive rapprochement. He stated with satisfaction that Kazakhstan firmly remains among the top three largest trading partners of Kyrgyzstan. The volume of mutual trade reached 2 billion US dollars, and a goal has been set to increase this figure to 3 billion dollars.The participants also highly appreciated cooperation between the two countries within multilateral formats and discussed current issues on the regional and international agenda.In conclusion, the sides reaffirmed the commitment of the brotherly nations to a course toward the consistent strengthening of allied relations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1161357?lang=kk

On February 20, 2026, at 15:00 local time, the Kazakh-Italian Trade House will officially open in Almaty. It will serve as a new institutional platform for the development of  trade, economic, and investment cooperation between the Republic of  Kazakhstan and the Italian Republic. The Trade House is located in Almaty, Nauryzbay Batyr Street, 17A (Almaty Plaza) and it’s the new business platform of the Italian-Kazakh Trade Association (ACIK), connecting its already active offices in Almaty, Milan, and Atyrau.The new project is intended to become a sustainable center for business support and the development of bilateral economic cooperation, with the perspective of representing and promoting the interests of both Central Asia and Europe. The Trade House's activities include promoting and supporting trade and investment, developing joint ventures and industrial projects, expanding production cooperation, sharing technologies and expertise and promoting the "Made with Italy" model of industrial cooperation, as well as expanding humanitarian and cultural contacts.The Trade House's infrastructure includes spaces for business negotiations and meetings, conference and exhibition halls for business forums, presentations, and institutional events, as well as modern digital solutions for hybrid interaction formats.To further support business interactions, information desks for Kazakhstan's development institutions such as Kazakh Invest, QazTrade, Kazakh Export, and Kazakh Tourism, will be located on the spot to provide up-to-date information on cooperation opportunities and government support measures.The launch of the Trade House is seen as an important stage in the implementation of Kazakhstan's European economic diplomacy and the elevation of bilateral cooperation to a qualitatively new institutional level and it’s the result of high-level agreements between the two countries, including the official visit of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to Astana, as well as the consistent collaboration of relevant government agencies, development institutions, and business communities. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1161229?lang=kk