First Deputy Prime Minister Nurlibek Nalibayev reviewed the progress of major infrastructure, social, and utility projects financed from the National Fund in Almaty and the Almaty Region.On the instructions of the Head of State, significant funds are being allocated from the National Fund for the implementation of projects. For the current year alone, 1.5 trillion tenge has been earmarked.During the working trip, the First Deputy Prime Minister was presented with a development plan for Almaty International Airport. It provides for the modernization of terminal and runway infrastructure, the construction of a new taxiway, a cargo apron, and the development of service facilities.Next, Nurlibek Nalibayev inspected an 8 km section of the R-17 highway "Almaty – Talgar – Baidibek bi," which is planned to be expanded to four lanes, as well as a project to reconstruct 7 km of the "Almaty – Bishkek" highway. This includes widening the road from 4 to 8 lanes, building 2 transport interchanges, and 9 overpasses for pedestrians. The project will increase the capacity of one of the key routes between Almaty and its suburbs.The next site was City Clinical Hospital No. 7 in the Kalkaman microdistrict. After reconstruction, its capacity will be 900 beds. The project includes upgrading buildings and engineering systems, reinforcing structures, and equipping the facility with modern medical equipment.As Nurlibek Nalibayev reported, taking into account republican budget funds and financing for the coming year, 196 billion tenge has been allocated for the city's healthcare."The Head of State instructed that 60–70% of the funds be directed specifically to the construction of healthcare facilities, since the population first and foremost needs modern medical infrastructure," said Nurlibek Nalibayev. "Now these funds must be spent efficiently, all work must be completed on time, and the facilities must be put into operation for the benefit of the population. These are very important projects that are also under the control of the Prime Minister," the First Deputy Prime Minister noted.Next, the participants of the inspection tour reviewed the extension of Saina Street from the border of Almaty to the BAKAD. The length of the new section is 6.6 km. The project provides for the construction of a road, utility networks, and an overpass across railway tracks, and will improve transport links between the city and the Karasai district and the BAKAD.Another project of significance for the entire agglomeration is the Western Sewer Collector of Almaty. The length of the main section is 35 km; to date, 17.9 km of pipeline has been laid. After the project is completed, about 200,000 residents of the Nauryzbai and Alatau districts of Almaty, as well as adjacent territories of the Almaty Region, will be able to use centralized sewerage.Then Nurlibek Nalibayev reviewed the extension of Abai Avenue to the BAKAD, with a length of 3.4 km. The project includes the construction of a road, a bridge across the Aksai River, and an overpass across the BAKAD. The new section will create an additional exit from Almaty and improve transport links with the Karasai district.The inspection tour concluded with social facilities in Almaty. The First Deputy Prime Minister visited the under-construction City Maternity Hospital No. 1 on Seifullin Street, designed for 155 beds, and a polyclinic on Aiteke bi Street with a capacity of 500 visits per shift.Nurlibek Nalibayev noted that a number of the projects being implemented are intended not only for city residents but for the entire agglomeration.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/1308028?lang=ru

В Maqsut Narikbayev University началось обучение военнослужащих Министерства обороны Казахстана использованию искусственного интеллекта в повседневной служебной деятельности. Курс пройдут 75 человек, в том числе военнослужащие срочной службы Сил воздушной обороны и Сухопутных войск.На практических занятиях военнослужащие освоят основы вайб-кодинга –создания программ и цифровых инструментов с помощью запросов к искусственному интеллекту. Участники научатся анализировать и визуализировать большие массивы данных, разрабатывать платформы и автоматизировать рабочие процессы.– Наша задача – дать военнослужащим навыки, которые они смогут применять в повседневной служебной деятельности. Мы учим их создавать собственные цифровые решения для конкретных задач: от анализа данных по стране и регионам до автоматизации рабочих процессов. Главное – показать, как это работает, помочь преодолеть порог входа, чтобы дальше человек мог самостоятельно развивать свои идеи, — отметил заместитель председателя Правления MNU по науке, инновациям и искусственному интеллекту  Сергей Пен.Особое внимание уделяется безопасности информации. Сейчас ведется работа над отдельной системой искусственного интеллекта для военнослужащих. Предполагается, что введенные в нее данные не будут передаваться за пределы системы, что позволит применять технологии ИИ с учетом требований к защите военной информации.– Занятия по вайб-кодингу очень пригодятся мне в повседневной деятельности. С его помощью можно выполнять задачи в разы быстрее и эффективнее. Больше всего мне понравилось, что с помощью ИИ можно одновременно работать с несколькими приложениями, собрав их воедино. Программа сама прописывает необходимый код, а пользователю необходимо правильно сформулировать задачу, – поделился своим мнением офицер Департамента военного образования и науки майор Гани Курганбаев.По завершении обучения участникам вручат сертификаты.Программа «AI-X» реализуется в MNU в рамках трехлетнего государственного эксперимента и сочетает изучение технологий искусственного интеллекта с отраслевой подготовкой. Для практических занятий используются специализированная AI Agentic Lab и вычислительные ресурсы университета.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/1307908?lang=ru

По данным Национального Банка, в  I полугодии 2026 года текущий счет платежного баланса Казахстана сложился с профицитом 2,4 млрд долларов, или 1,6% ВВП.Для сравнения: по итогам 2025 года дефицит текущего счета составлял 13,1 млрд долларов. Основным фактором улучшения стало опережение темпов роста экспорта над импортом.Что означает профицит текущего счетаТекущий счет платежного баланса отражает внешнеэкономические операции страны, включая торговлю товарами и услугами, а также движение доходов и текущих трансфертов.Профицит означает, что поступления по текущим операциям превышают выплаты за рубеж. Это снижает потребность экономики во внешнем финансировании.Динамика платежного балансаВ течение 2016–2025 годов текущий счет Казахстана был дефицитным в девяти из десяти лет. Средний дефицит составлял около 2,7% ВВП. При этом торговля товарами ежегодно обеспечивала профицит, значительная часть которого компенсировалась выплатами доходов иностранным инвесторам.После профицита в 6,4 млрд долларов в 2022 году текущий счет вновь стал дефицитным: 8,3 млрд долларов в 2023 году, 6,8 млрд — в 2024 году и 13,1 млрд — в 2025 году. На результат 2025 года повлияли снижение цен на нефть и высокий объем импорта.В I полугодии 2026 года сальдо текущего счета улучшилось почти на 6 млрд долларов: с дефицита 3,6 млрд долларов годом ранее до профицита 2,4 млрд долларов. Основное улучшение пришлось на II квартал, когда профицит составил 3,2 млрд долл. США.Таким образом, после трех дефицитных лет текущий счет вновь вышел в положительную зону.Значение профицита для экономикиУвеличивается приток валюты в экономику. В I полугодии ключевую роль сыграло расширение товарного профицита более чем в 2 раза – с 7,7 до 16,2 млрд долл. США. Превышение экспортных поступлений над расходами по импорту, услугам и доходам позволяет в большей степени покрывать внешние расходы собственными валютными доходами, снижая зависимость от внешних заимствований и притока капитала. Уменьшение потребности во внешнем финансировании  снижает уязвимость экономики  к оттоку иностранного капитала и ухудшению условий на мировых финансовых рынках.Укрепляется внешняя устойчивость. Устойчивое предложение валюты от экспортеров снижает давление на валютный рынок и создает условия для накопления внешних активов. Роль государства в формировании платежного балансаГосударство влияет на состояние платежного баланса через управление внешними финансовыми ресурсами, создание условий для инвестиций и проведение экономической политики.Прямое участие связано с управлением резервными активами Национального Банка, средствами Национального фонда и внешними заимствованиями. Косвенное — с формированием инвестиционного климата, привлечением прямых иностранных инвестиций, денежно-кредитной и валютной политикой. Экспорт: рост поставок и увеличение несырьевой составляющейПо данным Нацбанка, в I полугодии 2026 года экспорт товаров по методологии платежного баланса вырос на 27,1%, до 48,5 млрд долларов. Положительная динамика отмечена более чем по 80% товарных позиций.По данным Бюро национальной статистики, за этот же период увеличились поставки меди и медных катодов на 58%, медных руд и концентратов — на 42,9%, урана — на 15,1%, пшеницы — на 28,2%. Экспорт серы вырос в 2,9 раза, серебра — в 2,4 раза.По итогам семи месяцев рост продолжился: экспорт товаров увеличился на 15,8%, до 50,9 млрд долларов. Положительное сальдо внешней торговли достигло 14 млрд долларов, превысив прошлогодний показатель на 5,4 млрд долларов.На фоне роста обрабатывающей промышленности на 9% несырьевой экспорт увеличился на 19,5%, до 18,6 млрд долларов.Экспорт сельскохозяйственной продукции вырос на 34,8%, с 3,7 до 5 млрд долларов. Основной вклад обеспечили пшеница (+25,5%), подсолнечное масло (+49,1%), корма для животных (+68,2%), семена льна (рост в 2,2 раза) и мука (+37,1%). На эти позиции приходится около 60% аграрного экспорта. Импорт: увеличение закупок для производства при снижении потребительского ввозаВ I полугодии 2026 года рост импорта сопровождался изменением его структуры: увеличились закупки оборудования и промежуточных товаров, тогда как ввоз потребительских товаров сократился. Сопоставление данных Национального Банка и БНС показывает, что такая динамика совпадает с расширением инвестиций и выпуска в обрабатывающей промышленности.По данным Бюро национальной статистики, импорт товаров вырос на 5,5%, до 31,5 млрд долларов. Почти половину его объема — 47,6% — составили промежуточные товары. Их импорт увеличился на 14%, до 15 млрд долларов. Доля потребительских товаров составила 26,5%, снизившись на 10,5%.  При этом импорт потребительских непродовольственных товаров в первом полугодии  снизился на 15,4%, составив 5,6 млрд долл. США.По методологии платежного баланса Национального Банка импорт увеличился на 6,2%, до 32,3 млрд долларов. Темпы роста импорта были более чем в четыре раза ниже темпов роста экспорта. По оценке Нацбанка, закупки промежуточных товаров выросли на 13,8%, а импорт непродовольственных потребительских товаров сократился на 11,2%.Импорт инвестиционных товаровИмпорт инвестиционных товаров вырос на 10,6%, до 8,1 млрд долл. США. Увеличение закупок оборудования сопровождается ростом капитальных вложений в промышленность. В частности, вырос импорт электрогенераторных установок на 83%, машин и устройств для подъема, перемещения, погрузки и разгрузки – на 70,1%, оборудования для сортировки и измельчения грунта — в 2,1 раза.Импорт промежуточных товаровРост закупок производственных ресурсов обеспечен увеличением импорта природного газа на 96,3%, турбореактивных двигателей и газовых турбин — в 2,7 раза, нефтепродуктов — на 41,6%, урана — в 2,6 раза и золота — в 6 раз.Производственную направленность закупок подтверждает динамика капитальных вложений. По данным БНС, инвестиции в основной капитал увеличились в реальном выражении на 9,6%, до 9,5 трлн тенге. В обрабатывающей промышленности рост составил 33,3%, до 1,43 трлн тенге, или 15% общего объема инвестиций.Одновременно выпуск обрабатывающей промышленности увеличился на 9,8%, машиностроения — на 23,1%, химической промышленности — на 20,7%.Увеличение импорта оборудования связано в том числе со строительством новых предприятий, расширением действующих производств и технологическим обновлением. Экономический эффект таких вложений проявляется по мере ввода новых мощностей.Импорт потребительских товаров В I полугодии импорт потребительских товаров снизился на 10,5%, до 8,3 млрд долларов. Сократились поставки легковых автомобилей на 21,9%, лекарственных средств — на 18,7%, чемоданов и сумок — на 49,4%, женской текстильной одежды — на 38,9%, кондиционеров — на 34,3%.По данным Национального Банка, снижение импорта непродовольственных потребительских товаров продолжается 11 кварталов подряд, начиная с IV квартала 2023 года.Сокращение ввоза легковых автомобилей происходит на фоне роста отечественного производства. В январе–июне выпуск легковых автомобилей увеличился на 37,2%, до 88 886 единиц, при сохранении продаж в официальном дилерском сегменте. Это указывает на частичное замещение импорта отечественной сборкой.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1307884?lang=ru

October 8, 2026, Astana – The Deputy Foreign Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issagaliyev accepted the copies of credentials of the newly appointed Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the Republic of Kazakhstan Mahmoud Safari Farkhud.A.Issagaliyev expressed confidence that his diplomatic mission would contribute to the further strengthening of traditionally friendly relations and mutually beneficial cooperation between Kazakhstan and Iran.The parties discussed the current issues of the further development of the political dialogue, expanding of the trade and economic partnership, as well as cultural and humanitarian interaction.The important attention was paid to the matters of the rise of mutual trade volumes, development of the transport-logistical cooperation and implementation of the previously conducted agreements.At the conclusion of the meeting, diplomats reaffirmed their readiness to maintain active and constructive interaction in both bilateral and multilateral formats.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1307418?lang=ru

В Илийском районе Алматинской области запущено предприятие «Бақыт», рассчитанное на производство до 400 тонн рыбы в год. Объем инвестиций в проект составил 500 млн тенге. Хозяйство, открывшееся в селе М. Туймебаева, занимается не только выращиванием рыбы, но и изготовлением необходимых для этого сетчатых ограждений и их комплектующих. Как сообщает пресс-служба акима Алматинской области, это первое в Казахстане производство такого оборудования.В церемонии открытия предприятия принял участие заместитель акима Алматинской области Бақытнұр Бақытұлы. Он отметил, что реализация проекта имеет значение не только для развития рыбного хозяйства, но и для укрепления сельской экономики.«Этот проект направлен на развитие рыбного хозяйства региона, поддержку отечественного производства и укрепление экономики села. Сегодня продукция предприятия поставляется и используется рыбными хозяйствами не только Алматинской области, но и Восточно-Казахстанской, Павлодарской, Туркестанской, Западно-Казахстанской областей, а также области Жетісу. Это свидетельствует о высоком спросе на отечественное оборудование и вкладе предприятия в развитие рыбного хозяйства страны. Уверен, что в дальнейшем хозяйство «Бақыт» будет расширять производство и обеспечивать население качественной продукцией», – сказал Бакытнур Бакытулы.По его словам, развитию рыбного хозяйства в регионе уделяется особое внимание. В этом году на его поддержку из бюджета выделено 1 млрд тенге субсидий. Сегодня в области работают 53 рыбоводческих хозяйства. В прошлом году здесь произвели 5,8 тыс. тонн рыбы. В текущем году объем планируется довести до 10 тыс. тонн, а к 2030 году – до 20 тыс. тонн. Новое хозяйство в селе М. Туймебаев должно внести свой вклад в достижение этих показателей, одновременно создавая новые возможности для развития предпринимательства и занятости на селе.На предприятии рыбу выращивают в специальных сетчатых садках, установленных в центре озера. По словам руководителя хозяйства Бакыта Алдыбаева, в воду сначала запускают мальков весом около 200 граммов. Уже через три месяца они достигают веса 2,5–3 килограммов. Рыбу кормят экологически чистыми кормами.Первые результаты хозяйство уже получило: на сегодняшний день произведено более 100 тонн продукции. Для этого используются 12 садков. В следующем году объем производства планируют довести до 400 тонн, увеличив их количество до 30.Сегодня на предприятии работают 15 специалистов. Они следят за состоянием рыбы и всеми процессами ее выращивания. Необходимые для хозяйства сетчатые конструкции предприятие изготавливает самостоятельно, а сами сети пока импортируются из-за рубежа. В дальнейшем здесь планируют открыть цех по их производству. Это позволит увеличить объемы выпуска продукции, а число рабочих мест – до 45–50.Открытие нового производства стало заметным событием и для жителей села. Они связывают с ним не только появление новых рабочих мест, но и возрождение рыбного хозяйства.«То, что в нашем селе реализуется такой хороший проект, – это действительно радует. Он оживляет жизнь населенного пункта и создает новые возможности. Когда-то рыбное хозяйство на нашем озере было хорошо развито, но в трудные времена пришло в упадок. Поэтому я рад, что это направление сегодня вновь возрождается», – сказал житель села Әмзе Исаев.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/1307567?lang=ru

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Ardak Zebeshev met with Antonia Katzourou, Ambassador of the Hellenic Republic to Kazakhstan. The parties discussed ways to expand trade, economic and investment cooperation and advance joint projects. “We want the partnership between Kazakhstan and Greece to be measured not only by the volume of oil supplies, but also by the number of new production facilities, technologies introduced and jobs created. Greek business interest in Kazakhstan is becoming increasingly practical. It is now time to move from general agreements to concrete economic results. We are ready to support every investor from initial negotiations through to the launch of operations,” - Ardak Zebeshev said.This growing interest is already reflected in concrete projects. Nearly 50 companies with Greek capital currently operate in Kazakhstan. The Kazakhstan–Greece cooperation portfolio includes eight investment projects with a total value of USD 133.5 million. One of them is already under implementation: SABO is implementing a project to build three municipal solid waste processing plants in Oskemen, Semey and Aktobe.Five more projects worth a total of USD 122 million are currently under active development. These include the production of elevator equipment by Doppler in Astana, a dairy processing plant by Desserta Hellas in Akmola Region, as well as projects in industrial and municipal waste processing and solar energy. METLEN Energy & Metals is exploring opportunities to process metallurgical waste and recover copper, zinc, nickel, cobalt and other critical metals.Energy is currently the cornerstone of economic cooperation between the two countries. Kazakhstan is the second-largest supplier of crude oil to Greece, accounting for around 24% of Greece’s oil imports. In 2025, bilateral trade amounted to USD 2.4 billion, while in January–July 2026, it reached USD 1.5 billion, an increase of 7% compared to the same period last year. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1307749?lang=ru

В Казахстане продолжает расти число социальных предпринимателей. По итогам третьего квартала 2026 года в Единый реестр субъектов социального предпринимательства включено 1 973 предпринимателей, что на 197 больше, чем кварталом ранее. Таким образом, за три месяца количество участников реестра увеличилось почти на 11,1%.Единый реестр субъектов социального предпринимательства формируется и актуализируется Министерством национальной экономики РК на ежеквартальной основе. Включение в него позволяет предпринимателям претендовать на предусмотренные законодательством меры государственной поддержки и развивать проекты, направленные на решение социально значимых задач.Социальное предпринимательство объединяет бизнес, который не только ведет предпринимательскую деятельность, но и создает общественную пользу: обеспечивает занятость людей с инвалидностью и представителей социально уязвимых категорий населения, оказывает социально значимые услуги или реализует проекты, направленные на решение актуальных социальных проблем.Формирование реестра осуществляется на основании решений специальных комиссий при местных исполнительных органах, которые рассматривают заявления предпринимателей и оценивают их соответствие установленным критериям. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1307824?lang=ru

Rome, October 7, 2026 – As part of his working visit to the Italian Republic, Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Shakkaliev chaired the 10th meeting of the Intergovernmental Kazakhstan–Italy Working Group on Industrial and Economic Cooperation and Exchanges, as well as a series of meetings with the heads of Italian companies and business associations.The Italian side at the Working Group meeting was headed by Edmondo Cirielli, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Italian Republic. The sides reviewed progress in implementing previously reached agreements and discussed further expansion of trade, economic and investment cooperation. Particular attention was paid to diversifying bilateral trade, developing industrial cooperation, implementing joint investment projects, and strengthening cooperation in energy, transport and logistics, the agro-industrial sector and other promising areas.In 2025, bilateral trade amounted to approximately USD 16.9 billion. In January–July 2026, trade turnover reached USD 9.79 billion, including approximately USD 9 billion in Kazakhstan’s exports and USD 789.6 million in imports from Italy. At the same time, Italian exports to Kazakhstan increased by 13.5%.One of the key priorities identified by the sides was further diversification of bilateral trade and expansion of supplies of higher value-added products. According to the Kazakh side, the potential for additional exports of Kazakh products to the Italian market is estimated at approximately USD 307.5 million. Significant opportunities exist in metallurgy, petrochemicals, food and chemical industries, mechanical engineering and other sectors.An important practical platform for strengthening business ties is the Kazakhstan–Italy Trade House, opened in Almaty in February 2026. The platform is focused on promoting exports, supporting investment projects, developing industrial cooperation and establishing direct contacts between businesses from the two countries.Investment cooperation was another key area of discussion. To promote joint projects, the sides expressed interest in making greater use of the opportunities offered by the Astana International Financial Centre and expanding cooperation between financial institutions and business communities of the two countries.Considerable attention was also paid to the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (Middle Corridor) as a reliable and efficient multimodal corridor connecting Central Asia and Europe. Kazakhstan invited Italian railway and logistics companies to participate in joint projects using the capabilities of the ports of Aktau and Kuryk. In the energy sector, the sides confirmed their interest in further developing cooperation in traditional areas.In the agro-industrial sector, the sides discussed prospects for cooperation in crop production, grain processing and livestock farming. They agreed to continue efforts to increase the level of localization and develop the component base, with a view to integrating Kazakh-made components into global supply chains.The sides also agreed to expand cooperation in environmental protection and sustainable water resource management, tourism and sports, culture and education. Particular attention will be given to climate initiatives, energy efficiency, decarbonization, the introduction of modern engineering and digital solutions in water management, as well as the development of professional and educational exchanges.The business programme of the visit served as a practical continuation of the Working Group’s agenda. The key focus of meetings with Italian companies was to expand practical cooperation between businesses in Kazakhstan and Italy – from promoting Kazakh products and establishing direct commercial ties to attracting investment and technology and implementing joint projects.A significant part of the discussions focused on attracting Italian and European businesses to investment and industrial projects in Kazakhstan. During meetings with representatives of Blacktrace and Value Partners, the sides explored opportunities to develop a concrete project pipeline and attract investors, technology providers and engineering partners. Potential areas included the deep processing of critical minerals and rare earth metals, development of logistics infrastructure along the Middle Corridor, water-saving technologies, data centers and artificial intelligence infrastructure.At the same time, the Kazakh side emphasized that its interest extends beyond attracting investment and contractors to deeper industrial cooperation, including localization of engineering expertise and technologies, greater involvement of domestic contractors, workforce training and a gradual increase in local content. As a next practical step, the sides proposed identifying several pilot projects and developing specific cooperation models for them.Another important area of the business programme was the creation of new channels for Kazakh producers to enter the Italian market. During talks with Crai Mediterranea, the sides discussed the possibility of direct supplies of Kazakh food products to Italian retail chains. Promising categories include vegetable oils, honey, confectionery, grain and flour products, pulses and organic products. As a practical mechanism, the sides proposed launching a pilot shelf featuring Kazakh products in selected stores, followed by an expansion of supplies through the Gruppo CRAI network. The possibility of producing goods by Kazakh companies under the Italian group’s private-label brands was also discussed.The export agenda continued during talks with ASSOEBIOS, which represents Italian electricity sector operators working with sustainable bioliquids. The Italian side expressed interest in purchasing Kazakh agricultural raw materials for further processing and use in bioenergy. There is potential for supplies of oilseeds and their processed products, including sunflower, rapeseed and vegetable oils.Alongside major investment and export initiatives, the sides discussed opportunities to introduce new technology-driven business models to the Kazakh market. With CoolXp, they explored the possibility of using Kazakhstan as a pilot market for the subsequent expansion of the company’s business across Central Asia. At the initial stage, the sides proposed testing the company’s equipment in Astana and Almaty. Subject to achieving the required volumes, the parties may subsequently consider the gradual localization of service maintenance, consumables and selected components.The issue of systematic cooperation between entrepreneurs from the two countries was also discussed with the leadership of the Italy–Kazakhstan Chamber of Commerce. The sides highlighted the importance of expanding direct business contacts, supporting Kazakh companies in entering the Italian market and further strengthening ties between the business communities of Kazakhstan and Italy.Following the meetings, the sides agreed to move the initiatives discussed towards practical implementation by identifying specific projects and potential partners, arranging direct negotiations between companies and continuing work on possible cooperation formats. The Ministry of Trade and Integration, together with QazTrade, is ready to facilitate the necessary contacts with government agencies, development institutions and Kazakh businesses to further implement the agreements reached.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1307855?lang=ru

Magnum E-commerce plans to implement a project in the city of Kostanay to build the MagnumGo industrial and logistics hub. The project was presented by the company’s Deputy General Director, Elnar Altayev, during a meeting with Regional Governor Kumar Aksakalov.The project entails the construction of a next-generation Class A warehouse complex with a total area of ​​7,700 square meters. The investment in the project will exceed 5 billion tenge.The industrial and logistics hub will operate based on the model of the Magnum online supermarket featured in the Kaspi.kz app. Currently, the online supermarket offers over 10,000 product items, approximately half of which are produced in Kazakhstan.The project is expected to create more than 300 permanent jobs. The new hub will enable the processing of up to 6,000 orders per day via the online supermarket.Customers will receive free delivery of goods directly from the warehouse to their homes.Launching the new industrial and logistics hub will help develop Kostanay’s modern logistics infrastructure, boost e-commerce volumes, and create new jobs.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1307248?lang=ru

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Serika Zhumangarin, Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, met with Lord Anas Sarvar, the State Minister of Trade of Great Britain, in Astana.The parties discussed the state and prospects of the development of bilateral cooperation, emphasizing the importance of further strengthening of the strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and Great Britain.Serik Jumangarin noted that Kazakhstan considers Great Britain as an important and reliable strategic partner. According to him, the visit of the British delegation gives a new impetus to bilateral relations and creates opportunities for the transition to the practical implementation of the agreements reached.The Minister of State for Trade of Great Britain, Lord Anas Sarwar, emphasized the mutual nature of the partnership and expressed the readiness of the British side to deepen cooperation with Kazakhstan.During the meeting, the interest in continuing the open and constructive dialogue and joint work on the implementation of the priority areas of cooperation was confirmed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1307036?lang=ru

The meeting was attended by the heads of the justice ministries of Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, Türkiye and Uzbekistan, as well as the Secretary General of the Organization of Turkic States.During the meeting, the participants discussed the implementation of the Astana Declaration of September 9, 2024, with particular attention to the digitalization of the justice sector.In her speech, the Vice Minister highlighted the large-scale political and legal reforms being implemented in Kazakhstan aimed at building a fair and sustainable state. She also outlined the key areas of work of the Ministry of Justice.Following the meeting, the participants signed a Joint Statement and agreed to hold the next meeting in the Kyrgyz Republic in 2027.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet/press/news/details/1306988?lang=ru

Turkmenbashi, October 7, 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Tileuberdi took part in the Meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the Central Asian States and the Republic of Azerbaijan.During the meeting, participants exchanged views on further developing cooperation within the framework of the Consultative Meetings and discussed current issues on the regional and international agenda.Kazakhstan’s Foreign Minister noted that, since the first summit in 2018, substantial progress had been made in strengthening mutual trust and bringing the Central Asian states and Azerbaijan closer together.“Thanks to the political will of our Heads of State, relations between our brotherly nations have reached a qualitatively new level. The Consultative Meetings have provided significant momentum for deepening cooperation across trade, industrial cooperation, energy, transport, logistics and digital technologies,” – stated Minister Tileuberdi.Following the meeting, the ministers agreed on the draft agenda and outcome documents intended for signing at the Eighth Consultative Meeting, scheduled to take place on October 8, 2026, in Turkmenbashi.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1306981?lang=ru

Turkmenbashi, October 7, 2026 – Kazakhstan’s Foreign Minister Mukhtar Tileuberdi took part in a regular meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).During the meeting, participants exchanged views on pressing issues on the international agenda and the further development of multilateral cooperation within the CIS.Minister Tileuberdi outlined Kazakhstan’s approaches to cooperation within the organization and put forward several proposals aimed at further developing the Commonwealth’s potential.The Council’s work focused primarily on preparations for the upcoming CIS Summit, which will bring together the leaders of the Commonwealth’s member states in Turkmenistan on October 9. In particular, the ministers approved statements by the heads of state marking the 35th anniversary of the CIS and addressing the preservation of historical memory.They also approved draft documents aimed at strengthening cooperation in security, economic, cultural and humanitarian affairs, as well as transport, science, space and information and communication technologies.At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their interest in further strengthening cooperation within the Commonwealth and called for the practical implementation of the agreements reached and greater effectiveness of multilateral cooperation mechanisms. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1306856?lang=ru

Special Representative of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Afghanistan Yerkin Tukumov took part in the 8th meeting of the Moscow Format Consultations on Afghanistan at the level of special representatives and senior officials. The participants discussed the political and economic situation in Afghanistan, regional security issues, counterterrorism and combating illicit drug trafficking, as well as further prospects for engagement with Kabul.Y.Tukumov noted the positive dynamics of trade and economic cooperation and its interest in further expanding trade, industrial cooperation and transport connectivity. Kazakhstan also emphasized the importance of continuing humanitarian support for Afghanistan. In June of this year, approximately 319 tonnes of humanitarian aid were sent to the country, including 161,000 units of medicines and medical devices. The ongoing practical cooperation in combating drug trafficking was noted, including the training of Afghan canine specialists and the transfer of service dogs.In view of the continuing disagreements between the Afghan and Pakistani sides, the participants were unable to agree on a final joint statement. At the same time, the parties reaffirmed the relevance of the Moscow Format as a platform for regional dialogue and coordination of cooperation on issues of peace, security and development in Afghanistan.In January–July 2026, trade turnover with Afghanistan amounted to USD 581.1 million, increasing 2.4 times. Particular attention was paid to the development of regional transport corridors and the participation of Kazakh businesses in infrastructure projects.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1305597?lang=ru

Work on developing cross-border trade and logistics hubs in Kazakhstan is continuing and gradually moving from the planning stage to concrete implementation. The focus is no longer limited to building infrastructure along the borders: projects are now moving into the construction of production facilities, attraction of investment, launch of new logistics capacities and the development of initial cargo flows. The Ministry of Trade and Integration is coordinating work on five key hubs designed to strengthen Kazakhstan’s trade ties with Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Russia, China and the Caspian region. Their development is expected to streamline logistics procedures for businesses and contribute to increasing non-commodity exports to 30%.The most visible progress is being made in the eastern direction. At the Khorgos – Eastern Gate Special Economic Zone (SEZ), the number of projects has increased from 14 in 2022 to 69, while the volume of attracted investment has grown from KZT 340 billion to KZT 652.8 billion. Today, 40 projects worth KZT 75 billion are being implemented, creating 864 jobs. In the first half of 2026 alone, nine new participants were registered, with investments totaling KZT 9.3 billion and 230 jobs to be created. During the same period, the value of manufactured products reached KZT 12.7 billion, up 74% compared with the same period in 2025.The infrastructure at Khorgos is also expanding. The SEZ already has an inland dry port with an annual capacity of 540,000 containers, as well as a 25,000-square-metre Class A warehouse complex. Two more major logistics projects are currently at the design stage. By 2028, 28 projects worth KZT 577.7 billion are planned for implementation, creating around 2,800 jobs. Among the largest initiatives are the Kazakhstan–China International Industrial City industrial park, valued at KZT 330 billion, and an international passenger and cargo airport worth KZT 250 billion.In southern Kazakhstan, projects are also moving into practical implementation. At the Central Asia International Center for Industrial Cooperation, fencing of the 100-hectare site has been completed, while internal roads and engineering infrastructure are under construction. External construction and installation works have been completed, and commissioning activities are now underway. Internal engineering infrastructure is 55% complete, with the remaining works scheduled for completion in December 2026. The local akimat has already fully completed the construction of eight production buildings, while the investment project pipeline for the center has reached KZT 89.4 billion. Construction has already begun on one of the largest projects — an industrial park worth KZT 75.3 billion.In the Zhambyl Region, the Industrial Trade and Logistics Complex was granted Special Economic Zone status in April 2026. A 165-hectare site has been allocated for the project, and a programme for connecting the complex to engineering networks has been developed. Construction of the first-stage substation began this year. Of the KZT 12 billion allocated for these purposes, around KZT 4 billion has been provided in 2026, with the remaining funds planned for next year. At the same time, preparations for the site and the complex’s infrastructure are continuing.The western direction is also undergoing active development. The Eurasia Cross-Border Trade Center in the West Kazakhstan Region covers 281 hectares. Part of the external engineering infrastructure has already been completed, including gas, electricity, water supply and wastewater systems. Projects are being implemented in the industrial zone for the production of asphalt concrete, recycling of automotive tires, manufacturing of aerated concrete products and construction of a gas-turbine power plant. At the same time, work is underway to establish the Eurasia Special Economic Zone, which is expected to create additional conditions for attracting investment and localizing production.The Caspian region is seeing its own progress. Practical operations at the Aktau International Container Hub have already begun at the Port of Aktau: the first container train arrived on July 14, 2026. To date, 233 containers, equivalent to 444 TEUs, have been received. The project is being implemented in stages and is expected to increase the port’s annual container handling capacity to 240,000 TEUs, compared with the current 70,000 TEUs.Another major facility in the Caspian hub is the container terminal at the ERSAI Industrial Port. Construction is approximately 85% complete. Ten kilometers of internal port railway tracks have already been built, while the container yard and crane tracks are nearing completion. The terminal is scheduled to be commissioned on October 1, 2026. Once it reaches full capacity, it will be able to handle up to 120,000 TEUs annually and accommodate up to 300 vessels per year. Private investment in the project exceeds KZT 15 billion.Overall, the five cross-border hubs are gradually forming an integrated infrastructure network designed to connect Kazakh businesses with the major markets of neighboring countries. In some locations, production facilities are already operating; in others, the first container trains have arrived, while elsewhere engineering infrastructure is nearing completion and construction of new facilities is getting underway. The next stage will be to bring these projects to full capacity, expand the investor base and further increase trade and transit volumes across Kazakhstan’s borders.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1305756?lang=ru

The Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan continues the digital transformation of the public finance system, integrating into a single digital framework the processes of revenue generation, budget planning, public procurement, and treasury execution. Digitalization is already delivering significant economic benefits. Additional budget revenues amounted to 410 billion tenge, and the use of fiscal data in budget planning allows for savings of up to 200 billion tenge annually. In the formation of the budget for 2027–2029, expenditures of 1.5 trillion tenge have been prevented.The development of platform employment continues. A special tax regime has been connected to 38 digital platforms, and the number of self-employed individuals has reached 804.8 thousand, with over 600 thousand citizens involved in the official economic turnover.At the same time, the principle of "Tax as a Service" is being implemented, which provides for the automation of tax reporting and calculations. The ultimate goal is to transition to a "one-click" reporting format.Particular attention is paid to the application of artificial intelligence. An additional 672 risks have been identified, which will enhance the accuracy of controls and reduce the administrative burden on compliant businesses.By 2029, it is planned to ensure the pre-filling of at least 80% of SMEs' tax obligations using AI and to reduce inspections of compliant taxpayers by 50%.The digital transformation aims to increase transparency and efficiency in the management of public finances, reduce the administrative burden, and create convenient services for businesses and citizens.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/1305770?lang=ru

On October 6, 2026, the Agreement on Economic Partnership between the Eurasian Economic Union and its Member States, on the one hand, and the United Arab Emirates, on the other hand (hereinafter referred to as the “Agreement”), entered into force.Reference: The Agreement was signed on June 27, 2025, in St. Petersburg. The Agreement was ratified by the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated July 8, 2026, No. 338-VIII ZRK.The main objective of the Agreement is the mutual elimination and reduction of import customs duties on more than 85% of the product nomenclature, as well as the facilitation of trade between the parties.The opening of the Emirati market will enable Kazakhstani exporters to supply the UAE duty-free with such categories of agricultural and industrial products as lamb, dried leguminous vegetables, chicken meat, beef, other food products, sweetened mineral water, wheat flour, and confectionery products. Industrial goods include oil and petroleum products, refined copper, hot-rolled flat products, cold-rolled flat products, bars, cranes, valves, parts of machinery and equipment, pumps, and others.In addition to the elimination and reduction of import customs duties, the Agreement contains provisions on customs cooperation, trade remedies, rules of origin, technical barriers to trade (TBT), sanitary and phytosanitary measures (SPS), intellectual property, as well as relevant chapters on legal and institutional matters and agreements aimed at developing sectoral cooperation, enhancing interaction between small and medium-sized enterprises, e-commerce, and other areas.The establishment of a comprehensive preferential trade regime and the regulation of a broad range of issues under the Agreement will help unlock the potential of mutual trade and bring Kazakhstan–UAE trade and economic relations to a qualitatively new level.The full text is available on the website: https://eec.eaeunion.org . Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1306005?lang=ru

Astana, October 6, 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issagaliyev held a meeting with Ambassador of the Republic of India to the Republic of Kazakhstan Sailas Thangal.The sides noted the sustained positive dynamics in bilateral relations and growing engagement in the political, trade and economic, and investment spheres.The sides highly assessed the outcomes of the recent meeting between President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, which provided new impetus to bilateral cooperation. The parties emphasized the importance of implementing the agreements reached in the areas of energy, digitalization, high technologies, and creative industries.Particular attention was paid to strengthening cooperation between Kazakhstan and India on multilateral platforms, including the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA).Following the meeting, the sides reaffirmed their readiness to continue efforts to strengthen the Kazakhstan–India strategic partnership.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1306079?lang=ru

Kostanay Region Governor Kumar Aksakalov congratulated teachers across the region on their professional holiday.The Head of State has outlined key priorities in education, including improving the quality of education, ensuring equal opportunities for every child, introducing modern technologies and artificial intelligence, and supporting teachers.“Since 2023 alone, 10 new schools with a total capacity of 6,840 students and 15 kindergartens have been built in the region. As a result, the shortage of school places has decreased threefold. The enrollment rate of children aged 3 to 6 in preschool education has reached 100%, while the rate for children aged 2 to 6 has reached 96.6%,” the regional governor said.In response to the opening of new plants and modern production facilities, as well as the growing demand from the economy, 25 new specialties have been introduced at the region’s colleges in recent years. Today, young people under the age of 35 account for 70% of the workforce at new production facilities.There are nearly 22,000 teachers and approximately 159,000 students in the region. This year, the region’s education system has achieved a number of significant results. In the PISA 2025 international assessment, the region ranked among the top three in three areas: 2nd place in reading literacy, and 3rd place in scientific literacy and digital problem-solving skills.All schools in Kostanay Region have been provided with high-speed internet, while 156 rural schools use Starlink satellite internet. More than 5,000 teachers use the ChatGPT Edu artificial intelligence assistant. A total of 666 students participated in the “Artificial Intelligence and Game Development” project, while 14 students took part in the national “Auyl Ertegi” project. This year, the region hosted the “QOSTANAI TECH” family festival for the first time.“During the August conference, the Head of State specifically noted the high results achieved by graduates of Kostanay Region in the Unified National Testing. Behind each of these achievements are the dedicated efforts, professional expertise and great responsibility of our teachers. I express my special gratitude to veterans of the education sector.I wish you to enjoy the fruits of your work, take pride in the achievements of your students, and continue to fulfill your important mission with inspiration. Happy Teachers’ Day!” the regional governor said.    Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1306180?lang=ru