At a meeting of the Economic Growth Headquarters chaired by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin, preliminary results of economic growth for the first nine months were reviewed.The main drivers of GDP growth remain construction, manufacturing, transportation and warehousing, trade, and agriculture.In the manufacturing industry, the volume of physical volume growth is expected to continue in January–September. The main contributors are mechanical engineering and the chemical industry.In the first eight months of 2026, passenger car production in mechanical engineering increased by 34.2%, reaching 117,200 units. Production of trucks and special-purpose vehicles increased by 18.5%, railway platforms by 76.6%, and passenger cars by 40.9%. In the chemical industry, sulfuric acid production increased by 4%, polypropylene by 24.5%, and ammophos by 10.3%.Meanwhile, the volume of physical volume growth in metallurgy remains at 97.5%. Measures are being taken to expand the raw material base to improve these indicators. Negotiations are underway with potential suppliers both domestically and internationally.Serik Zhumangarin heard a report on the measures taken by the Ministry of Industry and Construction, jointly with the Ministry of Trade and Integration, to provide enterprises with additional raw materials. Following the discussions, he instructed that efforts to expand the raw material base for the metallurgical industry be continued.Positive momentum continues in construction. From January to August, construction volume amounted to 6.1 trillion tenge, or 115.6% compared to the same period last year. Growth was recorded in 18 regions. An increase in construction volume is projected for the first nine months. At the same time, growth in housing construction continues: 11.3 million square meters of housing were commissioned in the first eight months, a 3.6% increase compared to last year. A total of 12.8 million square meters of housing is projected for the first nine months.The transport and logistics sector also maintains positive momentum. Rail transportation of grain and coal will contribute primarily to the growth in freight traffic. Grain transportation volumes reached 13.6 million tonnes, an increase of 3 million tonnes, coal by 1.1 million tonnes, and iron ore by 2.8 million tonnes. Continued growth will also be supported by sustained oil and gas transportation volumes and the implementation of infrastructure projects.Trade continues to make a significant contribution to economic growth. The trade volume index for January-August was 106%, with turnover reaching 51.5 trillion tenge. Steady growth is projected for the first nine months. Wholesale trade contributed the most, reaching 34.7 trillion tenge, driven in part by growth in trade in metallurgical products, grain, and fuel. Retail trade turnover reached 17 trillion tenge, with the highest growth rates observed in food products.Regional trade development was also discussed at the meeting. The Deputy Prime Minister tasked akimats (regional administrations) with ensuring the high-quality implementation of regional trade development roadmaps in accordance with the Prime Minister's instructions.In the agro-industrial complex, steady growth in agriculture is expected for the period from January to September. This positive trend is projected to continue through the end of the year. Crop production will provide the main contribution due to an increase in the gross oilseed harvest, which is higher than last year's harvest rate. In livestock farming, growth will be supported by increased milk production due to the ramp-up of modern dairy farms, as well as increased meat production thanks to preferential lending for feedlots.The food industry is making an additional contribution to economic growth. Positive production trends are expected for the period from January to September due to the launch of new capacity and the expansion of output at existing enterprises.In conclusion, Serik Zhumangarin emphasized the importance of ensuring that projected indicators are met across all key sectors by the end of the first three quarters."Our goal for the rest of the year is not to accelerate the pace, but to strictly adhere to the approved work schedules. Over the past eight months, virtually all key resources have already been allocated and the necessary reserves have been created. Now the challenge is to use them effectively, disburse funds in a timely and high-quality manner, and adhere to the planned work schedules in key sectors. The primary focus must be on production chains, ensuring that the established capacities are provided with the necessary resources and components," the Deputy Prime Minister concluded.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1300142?lang=ru

Kazakhstan ranks 32nd globally in accreditation development according to the Global Quality Infrastructure Index 2025Kazakhstan ranked 32nd globally in terms of accreditation development, according to the 2025 Global Quality Infrastructure Index (GQII).In the overall GQII 2025 ranking, Kazakhstan placed 48th among 185 countries. The country’s performance is assessed across three key components of national quality infrastructure: accreditation, metrology and standardisation.Kazakhstan recorded its highest position in accreditation, ranking 32nd. The country ranked 43rd in metrology and 70th in standardisation.Accreditation is one of the key elements of quality infrastructure. It provides formal recognition of the competence of conformity assessment bodies, including testing and calibration laboratories, certification bodies and inspection bodies. An effective accreditation system helps strengthen confidence in testing, measurement and certification results and creates conditions for their international recognition.The Global Quality Infrastructure Index (GQII) enables the level of development of quality infrastructure systems in different countries to be compared. The ranking is based on data covering accreditation, standardisation and metrology.According to GQII, the index is compiled using publicly available data from official quality infrastructure institutions. This includes information from international organisations and national bodies working in the fields of metrology, standardisation and accreditation.The GQII results provide an opportunity to assess the state of national quality infrastructure and track its development in an international context. A well-developed quality infrastructure plays an important role in building confidence in products and services, supporting international trade and strengthening economic competitiveness.The Global Quality Infrastructure Index (GQII) is an initiative of Mesopartner and is implemented with long-term financial and technical support from the German National Metrology Institute (PTB) and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), with the participation of national quality infrastructure bodies and international experts. Since 2023, the project has also been working closely with UNIDO and INetQI partners.For reference: The Global Quality Infrastructure Index is an international initiative by Mesopartner to collect, analyse and disseminate open data on the development of quality infrastructure across countries.Source: Global Quality Infrastructure Index (GQII) 2025, Mesopartner.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1300093?lang=ru

NU SCAI: How the University Is Preparing for the AI EconomyNazarbayev University officially opened its School of Computing and Artificial Intelligence (SCAI) during NU Open House Day. SCAI was established in response to Kazakhstan’s growing need for expertise and research in digital technologies and artificial intelligence. The new school brings together NU’s strengths in computer science, artificial intelligence, mathematics, and robotics, creating an integrated platform for education, research, and technology development.The opening ceremony was attended by Sayasat Nurbek, Kazakhstan’s minister of science and higher education.«Artificial intelligence can be seen as a new factor, a new force for Kazakhstan – one that can increase the efficiency of our national economy, production, and workforce», Minister Nurbek said. According to him, AI development is already moving beyond generative models. The next wave includes Agent AI – systems capable of autonomously performing complex tasks, and Physical AI, which brings artificial intelligence into the physical world. «We need to be ready for these changes, and NU is well positioned to help prepare for them», Minister Nurbek added. During the SCAI presentation, Professor Durvudkhan Suragan, Vice Dean for Research and Innovation, outlined the school’s goals and capabilities, noting that more than 2,100 students are now enrolled, including 281 master’s students and 99 PhD students. In 2026, 608 new students joined the school. Its faculty includes around 70 professors.SCAI plans to expand its academic portfolio with a Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence in partnership with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), a PhD program in «AI for X» focused on interdisciplinary research, and a master’s program in cybersecurity.«This field is being fundamentally reshaped by AI, and strengthening Kazakhstan’s digital security requires specialists who have a deep understanding of generative AI and its applications», Professor Atakan Varol, dean of SCAI, told participants at the event.The school is also advancing research in Physical AI, urban analytics, computational finance, and the application of artificial intelligence across different fields. This work is supported by NU’s computing infrastructure, including the Shabyt, Muon, and Irgetas supercomputers. SCAI also works closely with NU’s Institute of Smart Systems and Artificial Intelligence (ISSAI), drawing on computing resources, foundation models, and data for research projects.«When we created this school, we did not focus on the short-term outcomes. We also included Mathematics inside this school, and this is also something quite unique in the world, because we just don’t want only people who have practical skills, we want all of our students to have a very strong foundational base. If you look right now at the research teams of the top AI companies, you will see that most of them are from former International Mathematics Olympiad winners», said Professor Varol.SCAI also aims to accelerate the transition from research to practical applications. The school plans to expand its engagement with industry, support student technology projects, and create pathways for commercializing research. By 2030, SCAI aims to help launch more than 30 deep-tech startups.The school is also strengthening its international academic profile. Two of its Bachelor’s degree programs – computer science and mathematics have received accreditation from ABET, an international organization that sets quality standards for programs in engineering, technology, and related fields. By 2030, SCAI aims to rank among the world’s top 250 universities for computer science in the Times Higher Education subject rankings.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/1299987?lang=ru

В Алматинской области завершился FIA Central Asia Drifting Cup – первый региональный Кубок FIA по дрифту в Центральной Азии. На трассе Sokol International Circuit за главный трофей боролись 20 пилотов из Казахстана, Кыргызстана, Узбекистана, Монголии и России.Соревнования проходили в течение трех дней. Сначала пилоты определили сильнейших в квалификации, после чего борьба продолжилась в парных заездах. Пилоты на высокой скорости преодолевали повороты в управляемом заносе. Судьи оценивали траекторию, угол заноса, скорость и точность исполнения.Отдельной частью программы стала церемония открытия перед решающими заездами. На трассу один за другим выехали участники Кубка – зрителям представили пилотов и их автомобили. Затем над Sokol International Circuit появились парашютисты с флагами Казахстана, Кыргызстана и FIA.Зрители получили возможность увидеть дрифт не только с трибун. Перед решающими заездами болельщиков пригласили непосредственно на гоночный трек, где можно было вблизи рассмотреть подготовленные к соревнованиям автомобили, пообщаться с пилотами и получить автографы.Главное зрелище началось с парными заездами. Рев моторов, плотный дым из-под шин и автомобили, проходящие повороты на высокой скорости в нескольких метрах друг от друга, сопровождали борьбу за первый Кубок FIA в регионе. При этом исход соревнований оставался открытым вплоть до финального заезда.В официальной церемонии открытия принял участие заместитель акима Алматинской области Гани Майлыбаев. Он пожелал пилотам удачи и отметил, что проведение первого регионального Кубка FIA по дрифту в Казахстане имеет значение для развития автоспорта не только в стране, но и во всей Центральной Азии.«Проведение в Алматинской области соревнований по автоспорту международного уровня — это большая ответственность и новый опыт для нас. В регионе уделяется особое внимание развитию спортивной инфраструктуры, проведению международных соревнований и поддержке массового спорта. Сегодняшние соревнования – это не только спортивная борьба. Они объединяют спортсменов стран Центральной Азии, дают возможность обмениваться опытом, совершенствовать профессиональное мастерство и развивать культуру автоспорта в регионе», — сказал Гани Майлыбаев.Председатель Комиссии FIA по дрифту Коичи Мурата поблагодарил федерации автомотоспорта Казахстана и Кыргызстана, команду Sokol International Circuit и специалистов, участвовавших в организации соревнований.Кульминацией трехдневной борьбы стал финал между двумя казахстанскими пилотами – Олегом Хридочкиным на Nissan 200SX №77 и Михаилом Паком на Nissan 350Z №35.В первом заезде Хридочкин шел лидером, а Пак – преследователем. Во время заезда на автомобиле Хридочкина отказал гидроусилитель руля. По регламенту команда получила пять минут на устранение неисправности. Механики попытались восстановить систему, однако полностью устранить поломку за отведенное время не удалось. Несмотря на техническую проблему, Олег Хридочкин вернулся на старт.Во втором заезде пилоты поменялись ролями: Пак шел лидером, а Хридочкин преследовал его на автомобиле с практически неработающим гидроусилителем руля. После двух финальных заездов судьи отдали победу Хридочкину.Сам пилот такого исхода не ожидал и после финиша успел поздравить Михаила Пака с победой еще до объявления окончательного решения судей.«После того как отказал гидроусилитель руля, я уже не думал, что смогу победить. Был уверен, что главный приз достанется моему сопернику Михаилу, и даже успел поздравить его с победой. Но судьи оценили оба заезда и присудили первое место мне. Можно сказать, выиграл за счет физической силы», — рассказал Олег Хридочкин.В итоге Олег Хридочкин стал победителем первого FIA Central Asia Drifting Cup. Второе место занял Михаил Пак, третье – Александр Бочкарев, выступавший на Nissan 200SX.Таким образом, весь пьедестал первого регионального Кубка FIA по дрифту в Центральной Азии заняли представители Казахстана.Победитель получил 6,5 миллиона теңге призовых. Михаилу Паку за второе место вручили 4,5 миллиона теңге, Александру Бочкареву за третье — 3,5 миллиона теңге.FIA Central Asia Drifting Cup совместно организовали Федерация автомотоспорта Республики Казахстан и Федерация автомотоспорта и дорожной безопасности Кыргызской Республики. Проведение Кубка дало пилотам возможность соревноваться в рамках официальных соревнований FIA, а судьям, техническим специалистам и организаторам — получить опыт проведения соревнований международного уровня.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/1299946?lang=ru

The Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan held a regular meeting of its Public Council with the participation of Minister of Trade and Integration Arman Shakkaliyev.The meeting focused on the regulation of real estate services, consumer rights protection, ensuring fair competition and improving legislation.Particular attention was paid to issues related to the real estate services market. Public Council member Marlen Smailov stressed the need for transparent and clear rules for market participants, stronger consumer protection and greater responsibility among real estate agents.Among the key challenges discussed were the lack of a unified state register and mandatory accreditation for real estate agents, the absence of common service standards, limited transparency in pricing and insufficiently regulated mechanisms for handling consumer complaints.According to the Ministry of Trade and Integration, efforts to improve legislation governing real estate activities are being carried out at the initiative of Members of Parliament.As part of this work, the Ministry has received three positive Government conclusions on legislative initiatives aimed at regulating real estate activities and the provision of real estate services, as well as licensing and state oversight in the sector.During the review of the relevant draft laws, the Government noted that there was no need to develop a separate law specifically regulating real estate activities. At the same time, it confirmed the need to improve the legal framework in this area and strengthen the protection of citizens using real estate services.The draft law on the regulation of real estate activities is currently under consideration by the Kurultai of the Republic of Kazakhstan. At the same time, a professional standard for real estate services is being developed and coordinated.According to Aset Aitbai, Chairman of the PANA Association, the initiative to improve the regulation of real estate activities was put forward by the professional community two years ago. He noted that one of the key challenges in the market is the large number of intermediaries who do not meet professional requirements, as well as cases of fraud.“We will further discuss all the proposed changes with members of the Public Council. The working group under the Kurultai will continue its detailed work on issues related to the regulation of real estate activities,” said Arman Shakkaliyev, Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Another important part of the meeting focused on improving the competitiveness of Kazakhstan’s meat processing industry. Public Council members raised concerns about the quality of imported sausage products and proposed strengthening controls over products available on the market. In particular, they suggested regularly collecting samples of sausage products from retail outlets for laboratory testing.Council members also raised the issue of the origin of certain goods available on the market. According to them, consumers can sometimes find it difficult to determine where and by whom a product was manufactured, as well as how it entered the market.“That is why the digital map of goods is so important today. We are actively working on the National Goods Catalogue, which will make it possible to track the movement of products and determine where they came from and where they are headed. The Government is taking systematic steps to bring the economy out of the shadow. This is a comprehensive process that takes time. At the same time, the digitalisation of these processes will help make the movement of goods more transparent,” the Minister said.At the end of the meeting, members of the Public Council unanimously supported the resignation of Galym Kussainov from the Council following his voluntary request to step down. Dana Temirkhanovna Kassymova was appointed to the Public Council in his place.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1299921?lang=ru

Указом Главы государства генерал-майор Мырзахметов Айдос Сакенович назначен Министром обороны Республики Казахстан.Айдос Мырзахметов — кадровый офицер, посвятивший военной службе более двух десятилетий.Родился 12 августа 1981 года в Жамбылском районе Алматинской области.В 2002 году с отличием окончил Военную академию Вооруженных Сил Республики Казахстан. В последующие годы прошел ряд курсов оперативной и командной подготовки в системе национальной безопасности и государственной охраны.Айдос Мырзахметов прошел все ступени офицерской службы в Службе государственной охраны Республики Казахстан, последовательно занимая командные и руководящие должности.В январе 2024 года назначен Командующим Силами специальных операций Вооруженных Сил Республики Казахстан.В 2025 году окончил Национальный университет обороны.Награжден орденом «Айбын» II степени в 2022 году.Женат, воспитывает троих детей.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/1299377?lang=ru

This weekend, around 3.5 thousand tons of domestic agricultural products are presented at "Dala dämi" fairs across the country. This is almost twice as much as at the fairs held last week, when more than 2 thousand tons of goods were sold."Dala dämi" fairs are held in all regions of Kazakhstan at the initiative of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Their main feature is the opportunity to purchase products directly from farmers, without intermediaries. At the same time, prices for goods are on average up to 20% lower than market prices.In Astana this weekend, farmers from the Abai region, Mangystau and Almaty regions are presenting their products. In Almaty, fairs are simultaneously operating at four venues, where about 600 tons of agricultural products are being sold. One of the largest fairs is taking place in Shymkent. Farmers have brought more than 500 tons here.Meat products are in particular demand among buyers. Beef, horse meat, lamb, and poultry are presented on the shelves.For example, 52 tons of beef have been brought to the fair in the Karaganda region. In Astana, beef and horse meat from farmers of the Abai region can be purchased for 3500 tenge per kilogram. Comparable prices are in effect in other regions as well. In Kostanay, a kilogram of beef is sold for 3200–3500 tenge, horse meat and lamb from 3000 tenge.In addition to affordable prices, an important advantage of the fairs is the free provision of trading places to farmers. First and foremost, socially significant food products are presented here.Since September of this year, agricultural fairs across the country have been held under the unified name "Dala dämi". The format has already become a familiar shopping destination for residents of the regions."The fair has become a good place for shopping. We come here on weekends because prices are lower here. Even if we manage to save 5–10 thousand tenge, it is noticeable for the family budget. And if you calculate the savings of all buyers, the amount turns out to be significant," noted Aktau resident Sabit Sapargul. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1299260?lang=ru

В Мангистауской области министр обороны Республики Казахстан генерал-лейтенант авиации Даурен Косанов посетил семьи военнослужащих, трагически погибших при выполнении учебно-боевой задачи в ходе военного учения.Встречи прошли в атмосфере глубокой скорби. Министр лично выразил родным и близким погибших самые искренние и глубокие соболезнования, разделив с ними боль невосполнимой утраты. Он подчеркнул, что никакие слова не способны облегчить горе семей, потерявших своих сыновей и близких.«Для нас это не просто военнослужащие – это наши боевые товарищи, сыновья и братья. Их гибель – тяжелая утрата для всего Вооруженных сил. Мы скорбим вместе с родными и близкими и будем рядом с ними в это трудное время», – отметил министр обороны.На срочную воинскую службу Мейрамбек Бердиханов, Азамат Мадихан и Дастан Бегей были призваны из города Жанаозен, Мирас Тұрдыбекұлы – из села Жетыбай.За время службы они зарекомендовали себя как ответственные и дисциплинированные военнослужащие, добросовестно выполнявшие свой воинский долг.Министр заверил семьи в том, что Министерство обороны не оставит их один на один с переживаемым горем. Им будет оказана всесторонняя помощь и необходимая поддержка. Ведомство продолжит оказывать содействие в решении возникающих вопросов и будет поддерживать с семьями постоянную связь.Память о погибших военнослужащих навсегда останется в сердцах их родных, близких, сослуживцев и всего личного состава Вооруженных сил. Их жизнь и верность воинскому долгу не будут забыты.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/1299183?lang=ru

New York, September 25, 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Tileuberdi held a meeting with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly.The Minister conveyed the greetings of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to the UN Secretary-General and, on behalf of the Head of State, expressed high appreciation for Secretary-General Guterres’ work amid a complex international environment, his consistent commitment to the principles of multilateralism and the UN Charter, as well as his personal contribution to strengthening comprehensive cooperation between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the United Nations.The sides discussed pressing issues on the international agenda and priority areas of cooperation within the framework of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly.Minister Tileuberdi reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s support for the Secretary-General’s efforts to enhance the effectiveness of the Organization. In this context, particular attention was paid to the work of the UN Regional Centre for the Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan in Almaty as a key platform for the regional dimension of multilateral cooperation.The Secretary-General particularly noted Kazakhstan’s growing role in the emerging multipolar world, describing the country as a “bridge-builder” and emphasizing its ability to maintain constructive relations with key international partners.During the meeting, the Minister made an entry in the UN Guest Book, highlighting the Secretary-General’s contribution to strengthening multilateralism and reaffirming Kazakhstan’s unwavering commitment to further engagement within the Organization.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1299179?lang=ru

New York, September 25, 2026 – On the sidelines of the High-Level Week of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Tileuberdi met with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov.Parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of Kazakhstan-Russia bilateral cooperation, the implementation of agreements reached at the highest and high levels, as well as topical issues on the bilateral agenda.The Foreign Ministers also exchanged views on topical issues of the regional and international agenda, with particular attention to interaction between Kazakhstan and Russia within multilateral formats.Following the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership and allied relations between Kazakhstan and Russia.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1299142?lang=ru

New York, September 25, 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Tileuberdi participated in an informal meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS), held on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly.Member States of the Organization expressed their condolences regarding the loss of Kazakhstan military personnel during naval exercises in the Mangystau region.The Head of the Kazakh Foreign Ministry noted that, amid the current geopolitical instability, mutual support and coordinated action among the Turkic states are becoming increasingly important.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and future priorities of cooperation within the OTS, as well as pressing regional and international issues. They reaffirmed their readiness to enhance the practical dimension of interaction and promote joint initiatives that serve the common interests of the Turkic states.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1299118?lang=ru

Министерство обороны Республики Казахстан сообщает о завершении поисковой операции в акватории Каспийского моря.Сегодня, 25 сентября, около 09:15 в ходе непрерывных поисково-спасательных работ были обнаружены тела двух ранее пропавших военнослужащих — сержанта Гумарова Мансура и матроса Турдыбекулы Мираса.Напомним, трагедия произошла в результате внезапного и резкого ухудшения погодных условий во время выполнения учебно-боевой задачи, когда 17 военнослужащих унесло в открытое море. Трое из них были спасены, 14 человек погибли.Руководство и личный состав Министерства обороны и Вооруженных сил Республики Казахстан выражают глубокие и искренние соболезнования родным и близким погибших военнослужащих. Семьям погибших будет оказана вся необходимая всесторонняя, материальная и психологическая помощь.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/1298869?lang=ru

New York, September 24, 2026 – On the margins of the High-Level Week of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Tileuberdi met with UN Development Programme (UNDP) Administrator Alexander De Croo.The meeting focused on a broad range of bilateral and regional cooperation issues aimed at advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).The Foreign Minister expressed appreciation to UNDP for its active support in the organization and holding of the Regional Environmental Summit in April this year, and highlighted the Programme’s important role in implementing projects through the UN Regional Centre for the Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan.Following the meeting, the sides reaffirmed their mutual commitment to further deepening comprehensive partnership in support of sustainable development and regional stability.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1298690?lang=ru

New York, 24 September 2026 – On the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Tileuberdi and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Benin Corinne Amori Brunet signed an Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Government of the Republic of Benin on exemption from visa requirements for holders of diplomatic and service passports.The document is aimed at facilitating mutual travel for holders of diplomatic and service passports of the two countries, as well as further strengthening political, trade and economic ties between Kazakhstan and Benin.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1298594?lang=ru

New York, 24 September 2026 – On the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Tileuberdi and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Nepal Shisir Khanal signed an Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Government of Nepal on exemption from visa requirements for holders of diplomatic and service/official passports.The document is aimed at facilitating mutual travel for holders of diplomatic and service/official passports of the two countries, as well as further strengthening political, trade and economic ties between Kazakhstan and Nepal.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1298597?lang=ru

New York, 24 September 2026 – On the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Tileuberdi met with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste Bendito dos Santos Freitas.Following the meeting, the foreign ministers signed the Joint Communiqué on the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between the two countries.The sides discussed prospects for developing political dialogue and cooperation  in the trade and economic, educational, cultural, tourism and agricultural sectors.The Kazakh side congratulated Timor-Leste on its accession to ASEAN as its 11th Member State and expressed readiness to develop cooperation both bilaterally and within the framework of engagement with the Association.Particular attention was paid to cooperation within the United Nations and other multilateral fora, including on sustainable development and climate change.The sides reaffirmed their readiness to maintain regular contacts and continue efforts to expand bilateral relations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1298601?lang=ru

New York, September 23 — On the second day of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) high-level week, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Tileuberdi held a series of bilateral meetings with foreign ministers and heads of international organizations.Minister Tleuberdi met with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada Anita Anand, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Ayman Safadi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia Ararat Mirzoyan, the Secretary General of the OSCE Feridun Sinirlioğlu, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Mirjana Spolaric, and Federal Councilor and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Switzerland Ignazio Cassis.During the discussions, the parties focused on bolstering bilateral cooperation, intensifying political dialogue, and ensuring regional security. The Kazakhstan side reaffirmed its commitment to constructive engagement with partners across the full spectrum of the current international agenda.Kazakhstan continues its active participation in the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, placing particular emphasis on advancing multilateral dialogue and strengthening strategic partnerships.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1298547?lang=ru

1. Who manages pension assets? The investment of pension assets is managed by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NBRK) and, since 2021, by licensed investment portfolio managers (IPMs) that meet the requirements of the authorized body. The primary objective of this fiduciary management of pension savings is to invest in various financial instruments and generate income. Pension asset managers—both the NBRK and IPMs—maintain their own investment strategies and independently determine the structure of their investment portfolios within the framework of their investment declarations.The current IPM registry includes six private companies to which Kazakhstanis can entrust the management of their pension savings: Alatau City Invest JSC, BCC Invest JSC, Centras Securities JSC, Halyk Finance JSC, Halyk Global Markets JSC, and Tansar Capital JSC. (Note: Halyk Global Markets JSC has notified the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund [UAPF] of the termination of its fiduciary management agreement effective 2027; consequently, as of January 1, 2026, the Fund is no longer accepting applications to transfer pension savings to this company.)Information regarding IPMs and their investment declarations can be found on the website www.enpf.kz under the "Services" section—specifically the "Registry of Investment Portfolio Managers"—as well as on the online platform invest.enpf.kz.Legislative amendments provide for the possibility of transferring up to 100% of pension savings—accumulated through compulsory pension contributions and compulsory occupational pension contributions—to an investment portfolio manager (IPM) for management. Who is eligible for this, and how does the mechanism work? All UAPF contributors will have the option to transfer up to 100% of their accumulated savings to private investment portfolio managers (IPMs) for management. These provisions came into effect on September 7, 2026.Information regarding IPMs and their investment declarations is available on the website www.enpf.kz under the "Services" – "Register of Investment Portfolio Managers" section, as well as via the online platform invest.enpf.kz.In the near future, a single IPM will be able to offer contributors up to three types of investment portfolios (conservative, moderate, and aggressive), differing in terms of risk level, expected return, and investment horizon.The procedure for structuring investment portfolios of pension assets will be determined by the authorized body responsible for the regulation, control, and supervision of the financial market and financial organizations.3. Is it possible to distribute savings among several management companies?Contributors may select one or more Investment Portfolio Managers (IPMs). To enhance public awareness, the UAPF has launched a unified online information platform: invest.enpf.kz. This modern digital resource enables contributors to compare data on pension asset portfolios managed by various entities—specifically the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NBRK) and IPMs—all in one place. Contributors gain access to tools for independently evaluating investment portfolios and selecting a manager and investment strategy tailored to their specific goals and expectations. Furthermore, the invest.enpf.kz platform allows contributors not only to review IPM investment declarations and analyze financial performance but also to access information regarding any administrative measures, sanctions, or enforcement actions taken against an IPM by the regulator (the ARDFM).4. How the transfer of savings from the UAPF to an asset management company takes place?To transfer pension savings to trust management, an account holder must select an Investment Portfolio Manager (IPM) and then submit an application using the prescribed form. This can be done via the personal account area on the enpf.kz website or the invest.enpf.kz online platform using an electronic digital signature, or at any UAPF branch.Within the personal account area, the account holder can, among other things:check the amount available for transfer to, or return from, an IPM or the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NBRK);review the terms and conditions for submitting an application to select (or change) an IPM or to return pension savings currently under IPM management to NBRK management;submit an application to select (or change) an IPM or to return funds to the NBRK, and track the application's status;access other available pension services.The status of an application to transfer pension savings to trust management can be tracked in the personal account area on the website or via the UAPF mobile app.The processes for submitting applications for transfer to an IPM and their subsequent processing by the UAPF are fully automated. The UAPF transfers pension assets to IPM trust management within the timeframes established by regulatory legal acts. However, transferring pension savings from one IPM to another, or returning them to NBRK management, is permitted only after at least one year has elapsed since the initial transfer.Where can contributors find complete information on pension asset management and track the performance of management companies?The UAPF serves as the central record-keeping and information hub for all contributors and acts as the operator of their individual pension savings accounts, regardless of which entity manages the assets (the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan and/or an Investment Portfolio Manager (IPM) selected by the contributor).The UAPF provides accessible services related to pension asset management, offering 24/7 access to statements that fully reflect citizens' accumulated savings and earned investment income via the personal account section of the enpf.kz website or the UAPF mobile app.Information regarding the investment activities of each manager is continuously updated on the enpf.kz website under the "Statistics and Analytics" section—specifically, "Investment Management of Pension Assets."Additionally, a dedicated online platform (invest.enpf.kz) operates for UAPF contributors; this modern digital resource enables users to compare the asset management performance of all managers (the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan and IPMs). Invest.enpf.kz provides access to return-on-investment data, allows for the comparison of asset managers and their portfolios over selected timeframes, and facilitates informed investment decision-making.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/1298179?lang=ru

New York, September 23, 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Tileuberdi took part in a high-level discussion entitled “Reaffirming the Promise of Peace: Using the Power We Have”.The discussion focused on pressing challenges to international peace and security, ways to strengthen confidence and reduce tensions, as well as enhancing the effectiveness of UN tools for conflict prevention and resolution. Particular attention was paid to preventive diplomacy, mediation, and strengthening partnerships between the United Nations and other actors involved in international processes.The discussion was attended by Dr. Musalia Mudavadi, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs of Kenya, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, Prime Minister of Australia Anthony Albanese, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of Jordan Ayman Safadi, Prime Minister of Iceland Kristrún Frostadóttir, and other high-level representatives of states. The discussion was moderated by Comfort Ero, President and CEO of the International Crisis Group.Participants exchanged views on ways to strengthen the role of the United Nations in maintaining international peace and security and to make more effective use of existing mechanisms for the peaceful settlement of disputes. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1297715?lang=ru

As of September 1, 2026, the volume of pension savings held by Kazakhstanis exceeded KZT 28.47 trillion, marking a 12-month increase of KZT 3.36 trillion (or 13.4%).Pension savings derived from compulsory pension contributions (CPCs) stood at KZT 26.37 trillion as of September 1, 2026, having risen by KZT 2.53 trillion—or 10.6%—over the preceding 12 months.Pension savings of compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPC) amounted to KZT 746.16 billion increasing by 5.0% in 12 months.Growth continued in savings accumulated through voluntary pension contributions (VPCs). As of September 1, 2026, the volume of these savings stood at KZT 10.43 billion, marking a 7.1% increase over the preceding 12 months.Pension savings derived from employer’s compulsory pension contributions (ECPCs)—which have been credited to contributors' (beneficiaries') pension accounts since January 1, 2024—amounted to KZT 1,348.82 billion as of September 1, 2026, having increased nearly 2.5-fold over the 12-month period.IncomesThe total volume of accumulated funds is derived from pension contributions and investment income. During the first eight months of 2026, contributions totaling KZT 2,439.42 billion were credited to contributors' individual and conditional pension accounts, representing a 15.9% (or KZT 334.44 billion) increase compared to the same period last year.From the beginning of 2026 through September 1, 2026, contributions credited to individual pension savings accounts (IPSA) amounted to KZT 1,865.85 billion for compulsory pension contributions (CPC)—an 8.1% increase year-on-year—and KZT 100.97 billion for compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPC)—a 12.3% increase—while voluntary pension contributions (VPC) totaled KZT 1,412.37 million. Employer’s compulsory pension contributions (ECPC) for the period from the start of the year to September 1, 2026, amounted to KZT 471.18 billion.Net investment income credited to contributors' accounts from the beginning of the year through September 1, 2026, totaled KZT 1,198.09 billion.Benefits and transfersBenefits from all types of contributions and transfers to insurance organizations from the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund (UAPF) totaled KZT 1,242.35 billion for the period of January–August 2026.Old-age pension benefits amounted to KZT 196.23 billion. The average monthly scheduled benefit from the UAPF upon reaching retirement age was 39,008 tenge.Lump-sum pension benefit payments for housing improvements and medical treatment totaled KZT 462.75 billion between the start of 2026 and September 1, 2026; inheritance benefits amounted to KZT 70.61 billion; payments related to permanent relocation outside the Republic of Kazakhstan totaled KZT 33.62 billion; benefits to persons with disabilities amounted to 2.32 billion tenge; and funeral payments totaled KZT 6.33 billion. A total of KZT 470.49 billion was transferred to insurance organizations.IPSA numberAs of September 1, 2026, the total number of pension accounts at the UAPF stood at 19.01 million (an increase of 1.13 million, or 6.3%, over the preceding 12 months). Of this total, the number of individual pension savings accounts held by contributors (beneficiaries) was 12.87 million, comprising 11.42 million CPC accounts, 794.38 thousand COPC accounts, and 464.91 thousand VPC accounts. It should be noted that the total number of CPC accounts (11.42 million) also includes accounts belonging to beneficiaries who have left the country for permanent residence abroad but have not claimed their accumulated funds; deceased contributors whose heirs have not processed the inheritance of pension savings; military personnel transferred to full state pension provision since 2016; and other categories of contributors (beneficiaries) whose accounts are not subject to contributions under Kazakhstani legislation.The number of individual pension savings accounts at the UAPF recording information on received ECPC contributions totaled 6.14 million.Up-to-date statistical data on pension assets is available on the enpf.kz website under the "Statistics and Analytics" section.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)   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/1300073?lang=ru