Astana, May 30, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held a meeting with the Ooni of Ife Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi – one of Nigeria’s most respected traditional leaders and the spiritual head of the Yoruba people, who arrived in Kazakhstan on a visit and to participate in the Astana International Forum.During the meeting, the interlocutors expressed mutual interest in strengthening the political dialogue between Kazakhstan and Nigeria. In this context, the meeting between President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and President of Nigeria Bola Ahmed Tinubu, which took place in January 2025 on the sidelines of the “Sustainability Week” Summit in Abu Dhabi, was noted.“Kazakhstan and Nigeria have significant potential for mutually beneficial cooperation in the political, trade, economic, and cultural spheres. Today’s meeting marks the beginning of a good tradition and symbolizes a new stage in relations between Kazakhstan and the peoples and states of Africa, among which Nigeria holds a special place,” noted Minister Nurtleu.In addition, the parties discussed prospects for expanding trade, economic and investment cooperation in such areas as agriculture, transport and logistics, digital technologies, and energy.To this end, the importance of utilizing various interaction mechanisms was noted, such as the Kazakhstan-Nigeria Business Council, the institution of honorary consuls, people-to people contacts, and interaction between business communities of the two countries.Following the talks, the importance of strengthening partnership relations was emphasized, and the readiness to continue joint work on the implementation of the reached agreements was confirmed.The Kingdom of Ife, located in present-day Nigeria, is known for its rich history and cultural heritage. As one of the oldest kingdoms in Africa, Ife has long been considered the ancestral home of the Yoruba people and one of the centers of African civilization.King Adeyeye Ogunwusi participated as a speaker in the special session “Kazakhstan – Africa: opening new horizons of cooperation,” which was organized for the first time on the sidelines of the Astana International Forum.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1008657?lang=kk

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Kazakhstan has taken another decisive step toward digital transformation and the development of a blockchain-driven economy with the official launch of the Solana Economic Zone Kazakhstan (SEZ KZ) — the first initiative of its kind in Central Asia built on the Solana blockchain platform.The event, held in Astana with the support of the Solana Foundation, brought together government officials, global experts, and leaders of the Web3 ecosystem. Taking place on the eve of the Astana International Forum 2025, the launch of SEZ KZ has become a milestone at the intersection of technology, investment, and public policy.Global best practices demonstrate that the creation of specialized zones for the digital economy is a powerful accelerator for technological advancement. For example, the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) Crypto Centre has emerged as a thriving hub for blockchain enterprises, offering favorable regulation, infrastructure access, and investor engagement for Web3 startups.Kazakhstan is drawing on these international models, adapting them to its own strategic vision. The Solana Economic Zone is poised to become a launchpad for pilot projects, knowledge exchange, and the international scaling of Kazakhstani tech ventures.Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry Zhaslan Madiyev emphasized that the initiative reflects the country’s readiness to integrate advanced digital technologies into its economy:“We are committed to building a resilient and competitive digital environment. Projects like the Solana Economic Zone allow us to test and implement next-generation solutions — from asset tokenization to cultivating Web3 talent.”The summit featured blockchain-powered solutions from international startups across diverse sectors — including energy, finance, agritech, gaming, and trade — and explored tokenization opportunities for securities, gold, real estate, and other asset classes.The event concluded with the signing of a strategic memorandum covering three key pillars:Tokenized Capital MarketsA pilot initiative involving AIX, Solana Foundation, Jupiter, and Intebix will explore the integration of tokenized financial instruments into Kazakhstan’s capital markets infrastructure.Web3 Talent DevelopmentThe Ministry and the Solana Foundation will launch a national education program focused on Rust and blockchain engineering, in partnership with universities and Astana Hub.Attracting Global Web3 CompaniesIn collaboration with Forma, dedicated support programs will be introduced to attract international Web3 startups — providing infrastructure access, regulatory support, and business incentives.The Ministry continues its efforts to establish a robust foundation for emerging technologies — from artificial intelligence to blockchain — in pursuit of digital sovereignty and sustainable economic growth.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mdai/press/news/details/1008457?lang=kk

New Delhi, May 29, 2025 – At an official ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Presidential Palace, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to India Azamat Yeskarayev presented his credentials to the President of India Draupadi Murmu.During the bilateral meeting followed the official ceremony, the Kazakh diplomat conveyed warm greetings and best wishes to the President and the people of India on behalf of the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The traditionally friendly nature of Kazakh-Indian relations, the high level of mutual understanding and the focus on the further development of strategic partnership were emphasized.Ambassador Yeskarayev expressed his readiness to make every effort to deepen political dialogue and to expand trade, economic, cultural, humanitarian, and academic cooperation between Kazakhstan and India.President Murmu warmly welcomed the new Ambassador, wished him success in his diplomatic mission, and expressed confidence in the continued strengthening of bilateral ties between India and Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1008484?lang=kk

30 мая в рамках Международного форума Астана заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики Республики Казахстан Серик Жумангарин провел встречу с первым заместителем Председателя Кабинета министров Кыргызской Республики Данияром Амангельдиевым. Серик Жумангарин тепло приветствовал кыргызского коллегу, отметив, что  Казахстан и Кыргызстан – это не только добрые соседи, но и надёжные союзники. Подчеркнул, что Глава государства Касым-Жомарт Токаев придаёт особое внимание укреплению братских казахско-кыргызских отношений.Годовой товарооборот в 3 млрд долларов США – такая задача стоит перед двумя странами. Участники встречи отметили интенсивный темп роста объема взаимной торговли по итогам первого квартала 2025 года.  За первые три месяца  товарооборот между Казахстаном и Кыргызстаном вырос на 25,2% по сравнению с аналогичным периодом 2024 года, достигнув 435,1 млн долларов США (экспорт – 341,9 млн долларов, импорт – 93,3 млн долларов). Для достижения цели в $3 млрд необходимы эффективные меры по расширению номенклатуры товаров и активизации B2B контактов. Участники встречи обсудили нюансы проекта дорожной карты по наращиванию объемов взаимной торговли. Серик Жумангарин отметил, что Казахстан готов увеличить экспорт по 195 товарным позициям на сумму свыше 260 млн долларов США, включая продукцию нефтехимии, пищевой промышленности, металлургии и других отраслей.Особое внимание уделено сельскому хозяйству, доля которого составляет 20% во взаимной торговле двух стран и  активно растет: за 1 квартал этого года  товарооборот продукцией АПК вырос на 40,7%. Казахстан нацелен на наращивание экспорта зерновых и масличных культур, включая 3,4 тыс. тонн зерна и 10,9 тыс. тонн муки в первом квартале 2025 года. Серик Жумангарин отметил, что предложение кыргызской стороны о создании зеленого коридора для экспорта своей сельскохозяйственной продукции в Казахстан, озвученное на официальной встрече в Астане в апреле,  решен положительно. Казахстан готов организовать беспрепятственный пропуск на границе кыргызским ранним овощам и фруктам.   Ключевым проектом двустороннего сотрудничества является создание Индустриального торгово-логистического комплекса (ИТЛК) на границе КПП «Карасу» – «Ак-Тилек». В настоящее время обе стороны уже выделили земельные участки под строительство ИТЛК (Казахстан – 50 га, Кыргызстан – 40 га), определен инвестор,  ведется разработка генерального плана и технико-экономического обоснования. В Казахстане создана региональная индустриальная зона «ИТЛК «Алатау» под управлением ТОО «Romsey Holdings KZ», с ожидаемыми инвестициями в $200 млн. Этот проект позволит создать целый комплекс производственных мощностей по переработке сельхозпродукции, созданию товаров народного потребления и строительных материалов, сервисных услуг и транспортной логистики.В 2025 году на базе Ошского государственного университета появится филиал Евразийского национального университета им. Л.Н. Гумилёва. Это продолжение успешного опыта Бишкекского филиала КазНУ им. Аль-Фараби, где обучаются более 800 студентов с 2022 года. В вузах Казахстана обучаются 556 кыргызских студентов, около 200 казахстанцев учатся в Кыргызстане. Открытие нового филиала укрепит академическую мобильность и культурный обмен между странами.Также на встрече стороны обсудили возможности развития  транзитно-транспортного потенциала, особенно проекта строительства автодороги Алматы – Иссык-Куль, взаимодействия по вопросам водных ресурсов, культурно-гуманитарного сотрудничества и другие. По итогам встречи вице-премьеры двух стран договорились активизировать сотрудничество по озвученным ключевым направлениям в сферах торговли, логистике, транспорте,  образовании и других для укрепления экономического потенциала обеих стран.https://primeminister.kz/ru/news/itlk-dorogi-torgovlya-i-obrazovanie-vitse-premery-kazakhstana-i-kyrgyzstana-obsudili-vzaimnoe-sotrudnichestvo-na-polyakh-aif-2025-30107 Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1008397?lang=kk

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Первый день Международного форума Астана собрал более 600 делегатов и 5000 гостей со всего мира. Открыл мероприятие Президент Казахстана Касым-Жомарт Токаев. Свое выступление он начал с тревожной политической ситуации в мире: 52 государства находились в состоянии вооруженного конфликта. При этом экономические потери от насилия достигли 19 трлн долларов – это около 13,5% мирового ВВП. Современные конфликты становятся все более затяжными и сложными. В основе таких конфликтов лежат глубоко укоренившиеся противоречия. Также нарастает напряженность между государствами, обладающими ядерным оружием.Касым-Жомарт Токаев подчеркнул, что Казахстан твердо убежден, что средние державы должны быть привержены справедливому и инклюзивному глобальному порядку, который требует переоценки подходов. Соответственно, средние державы, возможно, должны принять на себя большую ответственность.Одна из панельных сессий форума была посвящена ООН.  В этом году организация отметит свое 80-летие. Президент Казахстана отметил, что структуры ООН, особенно Совет Безопасности, со временем практически не изменились. «Этот разрыв между институциональной структурой, которая была создана 80 лет назад, и современными реалиями подрывает доверие к ООН и ее эффективность. Критические решения, затрагивающие миллиарды людей, не должны приниматься лишь несколькими странами», - подчеркнул Токаев.Поэтому Казахстан поддерживает расширение Совета Безопасности ООН, включая более широкое региональное представительство.Одним из важных правлений форума – экология и климат. Касым-Жомарт Токаев обратил внимание, что Центральная Азия – один из наиболее уязвимых к климатическим изменениям регионов на планете. Потепление здесь происходит в два раза быстрее, чем в среднем по всему миру.В конце своего выступления президент обратился к участникам форума и призвал их к содержательному диалогу.Участники панельных сессий в первый день форума обсудили водную безопасность в Центральной Азии; долгосрочные последствия экономической войны для мировых рынков, цепочек поставок и денежных систем; глобальный спрос на энергию и развитие чистой энергии; развитие искусственного интеллекта; создание города Алатау в Казахстане.  В первый день форума состоялись 9 панельных сессий и 6 индивидуальных встреч с известными политиками, экспертами, главами международных компаний. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1008121?lang=kk

В рамках Международного форума Астана Министерство транспорта Казахстана представило презентацию транспортного потенциала страны. В мероприятии приняли участие заместители премьер-министров Казахстана Серик Жумангарин, России Алексей Оверчук, Кыргызстана Данияр Амангельдиев, Узбекистана Жамшид Ходжаев, а также и.о. министра промышленности и торговли Афганистана Нуриддин Азизи.Казахстан, выступая в роли стратегического транспортного хаба Евразии, играет ключевую роль в обеспечении региональной связанности и устойчивости глобальных цепочек поставок по направлениям Восток – Запад и Север – Юг. На сегодняшний день в стране функционируют 13 международных транспортных коридоров, из которых пять – железнодорожные, восемь – автомобильные.«Наша транспортная инфраструктура соединяет Китай, Европу, Россию, страны Каспийского региона, Персидского залива и Южной Азии. Это делает Казахстан важным звеном в евразийской логистической системе. Казахстанская сеть интегрирована со всеми основными международными транспортными коридорами, что обеспечивает устойчивый выход на мировые рынки», –– отметил вице-министр транспорта РК Максат Калиакпаров.Особое внимание в ходе презентации было уделено развитию приоритетных маршрутов, таких как: ТРАСЕКА, Международный транспортный коридор «Север – Юг», Северный маршрут (ОТЛК), а также южное и центральноазиатское направления, способствующие расширению логистических связей с Афганистаном, странами Персидского залива и Южной Азии.Отдельно была подчеркнута значимость развития транспортного коридора «Север – Юг» и его потенциального продолжения – трансафганского направления.«Этот маршрут представляет собой перспективный коридор, обеспечивающий выход к портам Индийского океана, включая Гвадар, Карачи и Мумбаи. Его расчетная пропускная способность составляет до 15 млн тонн в год. Мы рассматриваем данный вектор как стратегическое дополнение к существующим маршрутам, способствующее укреплению региональной взаимосвязанности, наращиванию торгового оборота и формированию новых логистических цепочек», –– продолжил Калиакпаров.Участники встречи подробно обсудили ключевые параметры существующих автодорожных, железнодорожных и авиационных маршрутов Казахстана, актуальные вопросы приграничного взаимодействия, перспективы развития терминальной инфраструктуры в основных грузообразующих точках региона. По итогам обсуждений стороны выразили готовность к выработке согласованной транспортной политики и укреплению сотрудничества в логистической сфере.https://primeminister.kz/ru/news/transportnyy-potentsial-kazakhstana-prezentovan-na-polyakh-mezhdunarodnogo-foruma-astana-30106 Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1008132?lang=kk

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On June 11, 2025, all branches ofUAPF  JSC held the traditional Open Day on the topic "Your rights in the pension system: how to avoid becoming a victim of fraud".Recently, fraudsters have been inventing new ways to deceive the population. They can be located in any country in the world and often find phone numbers on the INTERNET, for example, on free classifieds sites, find out the name and social status on social networks, through various messengers and services in order to mislead their victims and take advantage of their trust. In order to protect yourself and your loved ones from fraudsters, it is necessary to regularly improve the level of financial and legal literacy in the field of pension savings, awareness of ways to protect against fraudulent schemes.At the online meeting dedicated to the important topic of fraud protection, the Fund's specialists spoke in detail about security measures to ensure the safety of pension savings, explained why it is important to receive information from official sources and directly from the Fund, how to distinguish legitimate offers to provide services from fraudulent schemes, what threats may come from third parties offering paid consulting services. The guests of the meeting were given some examples of illegal fraudulent actions against citizens and were given recommendations on how to behave in such situations.Also, the UAPF employees spoke about the procedure for receiving pension benefits from the Fund, including the conditions and methods for processing them, and how to find information on the procedure for processing benefits on the website enpf.kz.In addition to discussing the main topic, responsible employees of the UAPF divisions answered questions from the participants and held individual consultations with those who wished.The online meeting aroused great interest and, according to the participants, was useful and productive.We remind you that citizens of Kazakhstan can obtain information about pension savings completely free of charge at any branch of the Fund, by post, by email or online on the UAPF website (www.enpf.kz) or in the UAPF mobile application, as well as on the e-government website (www.egov.kz). Any consultations can be obtained at the UAPF branches or remotely: via multi-channel free communication, by calling the call center number 1418, as well as through official pages in social networks on such popular platforms as Odnoklassniki, Telegram, Facebook, VKontakte, X (Twitter) and Instagram, using WhatsApp at +7 777 000 1418.For contributors (beneficiaries) located outside the Republic of Kazakhstan, there is an opportunity to receive a consultation by calling +7 (727) 356-10-60 or through the Call Online service, located on the corporate website of the Fund.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/1008074?lang=kk

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A working meeting on the implementation of the republican environmental program "Taza Kazakhstan" was held in the Akimat of the Kostanay region under the chairmanship of the regional akim Kumar Aksakalov.The program was initiated by the Head of State and is aimed at improving the quality of life of the population, raising environmental culture and creating a comfortable urban environment.Interim results of 2024As Kumar Aksakalov noted, in 2024, a significant amount of work was carried out within the framework of the program in the Kostanay region:327 squares and courtyards were improved;354 unauthorized landfills were eliminated;more than 133 thousand trees were planted;13.5 thousand new street lamps were installed - street illumination was increased from 80% to 90%;71 apartment buildings were reconstructed;362 emergency and abandoned buildings were demolished.Budget and priorities for 2025The work continues this year.12.7 billion tenge has been allocated for the implementation of measures to improve the region's populated areas in 2025, which is 12% more than last year.Of these:more than 44% are aimed at landscaping, developing parks and squares;over 30% - for major repairs of apartment buildings, including replacing roofs, updating facades and balconies.The Akim of the region emphasized the need to adhere to uniform approaches to the architectural appearance of buildings and the urban environment:"We should abandon the flashy colors of facades and give preference to a calm, restrained palette - gray-brick and beige tones. It is important to create mini-squares and green areas within walking distance of residential areas, and use any free areas for improvement."Feedback and Involvement of ResidentsSpecial attention at the meeting was paid to the issue of informing and involving the population in the implementation of the program.During the analysis, it was found that in five districts of the region there are no citizen requests via the Telegram chatbot "Taza Kazakhstan". This indicates weak information coverage and low activity of the population."Akimats should not perceive the lack of applications as an indicator of well-being. On the contrary, this is a signal of insufficient work with the population. Citizen involvement is a key indicator of the effectiveness of the program," said Kumar Aksakalov.A systematic approach is the basis for the resultThe akim of the region emphasized that the implementation of "Taza Kazakhstan" is not a one-time event, but a systematic and strategic work that requires the personal participation of leaders at all levels.At the end of the meeting, Kumar Aksakalov instructed the akims of cities and districts to take special control over the implementation of all activities and ensure an open dialogue with the population.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1007444?lang=kk

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Warsaw, May 28, 2025 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Poland Nurlan Zhalgasbayev presented his credentials to President of Poland Andrzej Duda at the Belvedere Palace in Warsaw.During the conversation with the Polish head of state after the ceremony, the Kazakh diplomat conveyed greetings from President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, and informed about the main priorities of Kazakhstan’s domestic and foreign policy, socio-economic and political transformations underway in the country.Discussing the state of relations between Kazakhstan and Poland, the interlocutors noted the high level of political dialogue and confirmed their mutual firm commitment to the active development of economic, cultural and humanitarian ties between the two countries.According to the Polish President, Kazakhstan is one of Poland’s main partners in Central Asia.In conclusion, President Duda conveyed his best wishes to the people and leadership of Kazakhstan and also congratulated the Kazakh diplomat on his official assumption of office and wished success in further strengthening Kazakh-Polish relations in all areas.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1006677?lang=kk

Astana, May 28, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko met with Ambassador of the Republic of San Marino to Kazakhstan (non-resident) John Mazza.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of bilateral cooperation. It was noted that despite the geographical distance, Kazakhstan and San Marino maintain constructive and friendly relations, including mutual support within international organizations.They emphasized the importance of developing political dialogue and expanding cooperation in the economic sphere, especially in tourism. In this context, the significance of implementing the Agreement on Mutual Visa Exemption, which entered into force on January 5, 2025, was highlighted as it opens up new opportunities for business, cultural, and humanitarian exchanges.One of the key topics of the agenda was cooperation within international organizations. The Kazakh side expressed its gratitude to San Marino for supporting Kazakhstan’s initiatives, particularly the establishment of the UN Regional Center on Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan in Almaty, established by the UN General Assembly resolution of March 4, 2025.At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening bilateral relations and continuing constructive dialogue.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1006683?lang=kk

A high-tech and environmentally friendly plant for the production of aluminum and bimetallic radiators is being built in the Saryarka special economic zone. The company plans to create 220 jobs.The project is being implemented by Silumin of Kazakhstan LLP, a young Kazakhstani company investing in the development of the manufacturing industry and the introduction of ESG principles, with the support of the National Management Holding Baiterek, the Damu Foundation, BV Management, the Ministry of Industry and the Akimat of the Karaganda region.The company is expected to become the country's largest radiator manufacturer and one of the most significant import substitution facilities. The production capacity of the first stage will be about 5.5 million sections per year. The total investment is 35 million US dollars.It is planned to create 220 jobs at the enterprise, which will require the involvement of qualified specialists in mechanical engineering, metallurgy and the chemical industry. For this purpose, the company is already establishing cooperation with colleges and universities in the region.The production process will be completely localized, starting with aluminum casting. The project uses modern eco-friendly technologies: recycling of aluminum scrap and slag, multi-stage filtration of exhaust gases, reuse of water by evaporation, solar generation and heat recovery. This will not only reduce the environmental impact, but also increase resource efficiency.As part of the expansion of international cooperation between the Association of Manufacturers in the Heating Market and Silumin of Kazakhstan LLP, a framework agreement was signed on May 21 this year. The parties agreed to work together to develop a laboratory and methodological base, industrial cooperation and the formation of supply chains with an eye to increasing the level of localization.The main task of the new production facility is to provide the domestic market of Kazakhstan with competitive products and reduce dependence on imports. In addition, the company should become a platform for the introduction of modern quality and safety standards in the heating equipment market.The plant is planned to be launched in stages: the first stage will cover the entire production cycle, the subsequent ones will be aimed at increasing production volumes.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1006711?lang=kk

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