Kumar Aksakalov, the Akim of the Kostanay Region, paid a working visit to the villages of Karamyrza and Oktyabrskoye in the Karasu district, where he reviewed flood control measures. The district has prepared 20 thousand bags, 450 thousand units of inert materials, and mobilized over 110 personnel and 20 pieces of equipment.As of now, no incidents of residential house flooding have been registered in the village of Karamyrza. In the spring of 2025, work was carried out to embank 56 flood-prone yards in Karamyrza. To date, additional embankment work has been completed for the village. 1000 units of bag containers have been laid.Additionally, clearance of drainage channels into the Tyuntyugur River is being conducted.The first and second stage hydraulic structures on the river ensure the safe passage of floodwaters on the Tyuntyugur River.The first stage was commissioned in 1956, the second – in 1972. Over decades of service, the structures have undergone significant wear.To ensure the safe passage of floodwaters and prevent flooding, repairs to the hydraulic structures were carried out in 2025.The repair work was completed in December 2025. This has not only restored the facilities but also extended their service life and protected adjacent areas from the threat of flooding.Currently, 8 units of heavy machinery and 10 personnel are deployed on duty at the hydraulic structures.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1192123?lang=kk

Under the chairmanship of the Akim (Governor) of the Kostanay Region, Kumar Aksakalov, a regular meeting of the regional headquarters for coordinating the activities of state bodies on drug addiction prevention and countering drug-related crime was held. The meeting was attended by heads of law enforcement and state agencies, as well as, via video conference, the akims (mayors/heads) of cities and districts of the region.Statistics for the first two months of the current year show a decrease in the number of registered drug-related offenses. However, the volume of substances seized from circulation has increased 10-fold (exceeding 220 kg) compared to the same period last year. Over 2.3 thousand bank cards and 703 crypto wallets used in criminal schemes have been blocked. Property worth 371 million tenge has been seized in connection with 38 criminal cases.This trend confirms that preventive measures combined with targeted operational work yield the expected effect, allowing for the neutralization of criminal activity and the disruption of major distribution channels, including those using cryptocurrency for transactions.In the context of implementing the Law "On the Prevention of Offenses," which came into force on March 2, 2026, the head of the region emphasized that the focus should shift from punitive measures to prevention and providing early assistance to at-risk youth.The akims of cities and districts have been instructed to ensure the real involvement of non-governmental organizations, enhance the activities of youth resource centers in blocking drug-related graffiti and internet advertising, and engage opinion leaders and experts to build a conscious immunity to drug use.Only through a comprehensive approach, combining the efforts of the state, society, and citizens, and applying modern, targeted, and more effective methods, will we be able to effectively counter the drug threat and ensure the safety of our citizens.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1192086?lang=kk

Another meeting of the Interdepartmental Commission on Crime Prevention was held at the akimat (administration) of the Kostanay region. The meeting was chaired by the akim (governor) of the Kostanay region, Kumar Aksakalov, with the participation of the heads of law enforcement and state bodies.During the meeting, issues relevant to the region were considered - crime prevention in the cities of Kostanay and Rudny, as well as the ongoing preventive work with minors.The akims of the cities of Kostanay and Rudny reported on the work being done, problems in their regions, and informed about upcoming plans to improve public safety.On the issue of protecting the rights and interests of children, the Commissioner for Children's Rights of the Kostanay region, N.Z. Basenova, the Deputy Head of the Regional Police Department, K.A. Mendybaev, and the Head of the Education Department, A.E. Ibrayeva, were heard.The Chairman of the commission pointed out the need to strengthen interdepartmental cooperation, increase the targeted nature of preventive measures, and take measures to timely identify persons in the "risk group".Following the meeting, a number of instructions were given to improve the effectiveness of the ongoing preventive work based on the principle of "zero" tolerance.Prevention, detection, and the inevitability of punishment should become a unified set of measures for each offense.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1192080?lang=kk

The qualification selection for filling vacant staff positions at the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) has been completed. The procedure for the qualification selection of candidates for filling vacant staff positions at the EEC was conducted in accordance with the "Rules for the Qualification Selection of Candidates for Filling Vacant Staff Positions at the Eurasian Economic Commission," approved by Order No. 280-NQ of the Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated July 4, 2022 (the Rules).Candidate Amanzholova Zh.S. expressed a desire to participate in the qualification selection.An interview with the candidate was conducted on March 20, 2026, during which knowledge of the institutional foundations of the EAEU, professional level, and compliance with the criteria specified in paragraph 10 of the Rules were assessed.Based on the results of the interview, the candidate did not receive approval from representatives of the sectoral bodies to obtain a recommendation from the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The next qualification selection will be announced in the second half of 2026.We note that the absence of a recommendation from the authorized body for candidates does not deprive them of the opportunity to further participate in the competitive selection for filling vacant positions at the EEC.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1191936?lang=kk

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At the akimat of the Kostanay region, as part of legal education aimed at improving the financial and legal literacy of employees, a specialist from the Department of State Revenue was invited. The specialist explained in detail the algorithms for filling out declarations of income and property, the procedure for reporting digital assets, securities, and liabilities to other persons, as well as the methods for submitting documents through the mobile application "E-Salyk Azamat".Mandatory declaration is an important tool for ensuring transparency and strengthening public trust in government bodies, and is one of the elements of the state's anti-corruption policy.In the future, it is planned to continue the practice of holding such meetings in the format of "direct dialogue" to maintain a high level of professional competence among employees.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1191599?lang=kk

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Following the trade and economic mission in Qingdao, Kazakh companies reached agreements with Chinese partners totaling $125 million. Shandong Province is one of China's largest economic regions with a developed industrial base and a capacious consumer market. According to QazTrade, by the end of 2025, trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Shandong reached $2.2 billion, having increased by over 40%. More than 25 Kazakh companies participated in the mission. The main focus was on direct B2B meetings with Chinese importers and distributors. The Kazakh side presented products from the agro-industrial complex and deep processing. Flour, oil and fat products, honey, dairy products, and confectionery goods generated high interest from Chinese businesses. During the visit, the Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Arman Shakkaliyev, held meetings with the leadership of Shandong Province and business representatives. Issues of expanding supplies and transitioning from negotiations to specific contracts were discussed. The topic of industrial cooperation was also addressed. The Minister visited the production facilities of Haier, one of the world's largest manufacturers of household appliances. The year 2026 has been declared the Year of Import of Kazakh Goods in China. In Kazakhstan, it is the Year of Export to China. Against this backdrop, the trade and economic mission in Qingdao became a practical step towards expanding supplies. It was organized by the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan together with Kazakhstan's single export development operator, QazTrade.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1191475?lang=kk

As part of an official visit to China, Minister of Trade and Integration Arman Shakkaliyev participated in the "Export to China - SCO Selection" forum, which became one of the key platforms for promoting Kazakh exports to the Chinese market. Opening the forum, the Minister emphasized that Kazakhstan views China as a strategic partner and consistently develops cooperation in trade, investment, and industrial cooperation. "Under the leadership of our heads of state, Kazakh-Chinese relations have reached the level of an eternal comprehensive strategic partnership, demonstrating steady growth in trade turnover, expansion of investment cooperation, and deepening of industrial cooperation. Today, China is Kazakhstan's largest trading partner, and Kazakhstan, in turn, remains a reliable supplier of energy resources, agricultural products, and raw materials for the Chinese economy.Over the past three years, bilateral trade turnover has shown steady and dynamic growth. From $41 billion in 2023 to $48.7 billion in 2025."Behind these impressive figures lies the high complementarity of the two countries' economies, the pragmatic work of enterprises, as well as significant support from such developed regions of China as Shandong Province," noted Minister Arman Shakkaliyev. "The 'Export to China' platform creates effective conditions for direct business interaction and access to the market of Shandong Province and China as a whole," he noted.   Also, the Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan held meetings with the leadership of Shandong Province, Deputy Governor Wen Nuan and Mayor of Qingdao City Ren Gang. During the negotiations, the parties discussed key areas for the development of trade, economic, and investment cooperation, including industrial cooperation, logistics, and the introduction of modern technologies. As the Minister noted, "Kazakh-Chinese cooperation today is at an unprecedentedly high level and demonstrates steady positive dynamics." According to him, "it is important not only to increase trade volumes but also to ensure its qualitative transformation — with a focus on high value-added products and the development of processing." Special attention was paid to the implementation of joint investment projects. Kazakhstan confirmed its readiness to create joint productions using advanced and environmentally friendly technologies. "It is fundamentally important for us that new productions comply with high international environmental standards and contribute to sustainable development," the minister emphasized. The parties also noted the importance of interregional cooperation. Shandong Province is one of China's leading industrial and trade centers and an important partner of Kazakhstan. By the end of 2025, trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Shandong Province reached $2.2 billion US dollars, demonstrating high growth. The Minister expressed confidence that "the intensification of interregional interaction will give additional impetus to the development of the entire complex of Kazakh-Chinese partnership."   As part of the event, the Minister also visited the national pavilion of Kazakhstan, which showcased products from domestic manufacturers. The exhibition demonstrated the country's export potential and the readiness of Kazakh companies to expand their presence in the Chinese market. The Minister also emphasized the practical focus of the event, noting that "the format of direct dialogue and B2B meetings will allow moving to specific agreements and launching joint projects in the shortest possible time." During the forum, Kazakhstan's opportunities for increasing non-resource exports, developing e-commerce, and forming sustainable value chains were presented.In conclusion, the Minister emphasized that Kazakhstan aims to further deepen cooperation with China: "We view China as a key and priority partner and are confident that through joint efforts we can bring our interaction to a qualitatively new level." The Minister also visited the production facilities of Haier in Qingdao City — one of the world leaders in household appliances and "smart home" digital solutions.Furthermore, meetings were held with the leadership of leading companies in Shandong Province — Qingdao Dadu Grain Co., Ltd. and RuiXue Global Co., Ltd., during which prospects for the development of investment cooperation, expansion of agricultural product supplies, and implementation of joint projects were discussed, including the creation of modern productions and the introduction of advanced agricultural technologies in Kazakhstan.   It is worth noting separately that already on the first day of the forum, Kazakh companies achieved practical results: agreements were signed with Chinese partners for the supply of products worth about $125 million US dollars, including feed meal, oilseeds, and other agricultural products. This result is a significant indicator of the platform's effectiveness and demonstrates the high interest of Chinese businesses in Kazakh exports even at the initial stage of the forum.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1191453?lang=kk

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Tashkent, March 31, 2026 – As part of an official visit to Tashkent the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev was received by the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev.During the meeting, President Mirziyoyev noted with satisfaction the positive dynamics in the development of multifaceted cooperation between the two countries, emphasizing the importance of further deepening the allied relations between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.In turn, Minister Kosherbayev conveyed warm greetings and best wishes on behalf of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and informed about the progress in implementing the agreements reached at the highest and high levels.“Today, Kazakh-Uzbek relations serve as a model of reliable and long-term cooperation in the international arena. This is primarily facilitated by regular and trust-based political dialogue at the highest level,” Kosherbayev stated.The sides also discussed current issues on the regional and international agenda.The high level of interaction between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan within multilateral structures was underscored, along with the importance of further developing regional cooperation and joint efforts to strengthen peace and stability in Central Asia.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1191158?lang=kk

Tashkent, March 30, 2026 – As part of an official visit to Tashkent, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov.During the meeting, the foreign ministers reviewed a wide range of issues of multifaceted Kazakh-Uzbek cooperation, as well as discussed prospects for further strengthening political, trade-economic, investment, transit-transport, water-energy, and cultural-humanitarian cooperation.The sides expressed their commitment to deepening strategic partnership and alliance based on friendship, mutual understanding and good neighborliness.“Thanks to the political will of the heads of state in recent years, Kazakh-Uzbek relations have been brought to a qualitatively new level of interaction and demonstrate high dynamics of development at all levels,” Minister Kosherbayev noted during the conversation.In turn, Minister Saidov confirmed that the presidents of the two states have set a long-term course for the progressive expansion of cooperation in both bilateral and multilateral formats.In this context, the foreign ministers thoroughly discussed measures for the practical implementation of the agreements reached at the highest level during the first and second meetings of the Supreme Interstate Council in 2024-2025, and expressed readiness to further promote the inter-parliamentary and intergovernmental relations.Special attention was paid to further development of trade-economic and investment cooperation.“Significant progress has been made in recent years in deepening economic cooperation. Kazakhstan consistently ranks among Uzbekistan’s top three trading partners. In 2025, the bilateral trade increased by 16.2 percent and approached $5 billion,” Minister Kosherbayev said. In the context of the implementation of the agreements reached at the highest level, the ministers confirmed their intentions to facilitate further deepening of the economic partnership, including increasing bilateral trade to $10 billion.The interlocutors also noted progress in industrial cooperation, which currently includes 78 investment projects worth $1.8 billion.In this context, the implementation of such projects as the construction of the International Center for Industrial Cooperation “Central Asia”, hotels “Tashkent” in Astana and “Astana” in Tashkent, as well as the “Astana” district in “Yangi Tashkent” was also reviewed.During the meeting, the sides highlighted the significant potential for cooperation in the development of transport corridors enabling both countries to access markets of the Middle East, South Asia and Europe. The sides expressed mutual readiness to promote fruitful interaction in this area.In addition, the substantive agenda of cultural and humanitarian cooperation was emphasized as the foundation of strong and long-term relations between the two states.The sides also underscored the importance of implementing projects in the educational field, and in particular, the activities of the branch of the Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanization Engineers in Almaty and the Chirchik branch of South Kazakhstan Research University named after Mukhtar Auezov.The ministers also exchanged views on current regional and international issues, confirmed their interest in strengthening cooperation within multilateral structures and expressed readiness to continue mutual support in promoting the initiatives of both countries.The foreign ministers emphasized the importance of developing regional cooperation and joint efforts to strengthen peace and stability in Central Asia.Following the talks, the Cooperation Program between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Republic of Uzbekistan for 2026-2027 was signed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1191166?lang=kk

Заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики Серик Жумангарин  встретился с членом Коллегии – министром по конкуренции и антимонопольному регулированию Евразийской экономической комиссии Максимом Ермоловичем.В ходе встречи стороны обсудили широкий круг вопросов взаимодействия в сфере конкуренции и антимонопольного регулирования. Рассмотрены подходы к развитию сотрудничества между профильными органами, включая выстраивание системного взаимодействия, обмен опытом и лучшими практиками.«Цифровизация государственных закупок, развитие конкуренции и обеспечение равного доступа на рынки ЕАЭС остаются ключевыми направлениями нашего взаимодействия. Важно выстраивать системную работу, направленную на устранение барьеров и расширение возможностей для бизнеса», — отметил Серик Жумангарин.Отдельное внимание уделено вопросам расширения взаимных поставок товаров в рамках государственных закупок, а также проработке подходов по обеспечению доступа продукции государств-членов ЕАЭС на рынки стран союза. Подчеркнута важность дальнейшего совершенствования механизмов взаимодействия в этих направлениях.Также состоялся обмен мнениями по вопросам подготовки и проведения мероприятий блока по конкуренции и антимонопольному регулированию в рамках предстоящего V Евразийского экономического форума. В частности, обсуждены тематические сессии, посвященные вопросам цифровизации государственных закупок и применению современных инструментов в конкурентной политике, включая использование технологий искусственного интеллекта.«Евразийский экономический форум – это уникальная площадка. Важно расширять его формат, приглашать коллег из международных организаций, БРИКС, ОЭСР и других для формирования более широкой тематической секции. В Казахстане ежегодно проводится Евразийский антимонопольный форум, действуют образовательные программы по конкурентному праву. У нас выстроена системная работа по повышению квалификации, мы открыты к сотрудничеству, обмену опытом и информацией», — отметил вице-премьер.По итогам встречи стороны подтвердили готовность к дальнейшему укреплению сотрудничества, включая обмен данными, экспертное взаимодействие и развитие кадрового потенциала.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1191056?lang=kk

В Актобе прошел круглый стол, посвященный реализации норм нового Налогового кодекса. На площадке встретились депутаты Сената, представители акимата Актюбинской области, Комитета государственных доходов МФ, НПП «Атамекен» и предприниматели региона.Первый вице-министр национальной экономики Азамат Амрин, выступая на круглом столе, подчеркнул, что ключевая задача Налогового кодекса - не просто изменить цифры в законе, а выстроить работающие механизмы, исключающие давление на бизнес.«Для оперативной настройки реформы был создан Проектный офис, ставший штабом быстрого реагирования: уже проведено 10 заседаний, решены 64 конкретных кейса бизнеса, устранены риски при запуске ИСНА и развернута инфраструктура поддержки - от консультационной сети и call-центра до цифровых помощников, включая SalykBot», - сообщил Азамат Амрин в ходе круглого стола.В ходе диалога был озвучен пакет точечных поправок, которые уже вступили в силу или готовятся к внесению в Налоговый кодекс. В частности, уже снята неопределенность по НДС на импорт медикаментов, а предельные цены на лекарства теперь устанавливаются без учета налога. Особое внимание уделено социальной справедливости: для лиц с инвалидностью внедряется принцип «поглощения», закрепляющий максимальный налоговый вычет вне зависимости от смены группы в течение года. Кроме того, экспортеры энергетиков будут освобождены от акцизов, а доходы от НДПИ на общераспространенные ископаемые теперь будут направляться напрямую в региональные бюджеты по месту добычи.Отдельно Азамат Амрин остановился на итогах переходного периода, который официально завершился 1 марта 2026 года. Он подчеркнул, что режим упрощенной декларации выбрали более 1,2 млн налогоплательщиков, включая как действующих бизнесменов, так и значительное число новых налогоплательщиков.  Высокую активность показал и режим для самозанятых. В то же время значительная часть бизнеса продолжает работу в рамках общеустановленного порядка, который пополнился в том числе за счет добровольных переходов и автоматического перевода тех, кто не определился с выбором.Завершая встречу, Азамат Амрин подчеркнул, что все вопросы бизнеса, возникающие в рамках реализации норм нового Налогового кодекса, выносятся на рассмотрение Проектного офиса и обсуждаются совместно с НПП «Атамекен», предпринимателями и налоговыми консультантами.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1190950?lang=kk

Within the framework of the implementation of the "Hearing State" concept, the Chairman of the Internal State Audit Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerzhan Mynzhasarov held an online meeting with the population of Pavlodar region, during which he announced the results of the work and new approaches in the field of state audit. Alsoduring the meeting, he gave comprehensive answers to the questions that arose.The meeting was held in the format of an open dialogue, residents actively asked questions, including on remote checks.At the end of 2025, the audit covered 6.6 trillion tenge, financial violations were revealed for 462.4 billion tenge and more than 4.4 thousand procedural violations. At the same time, the number of inspections was reduced by 22%, and the volume of violations identified increased by 36%. This was made possible by an increased risk-based approach and the use of digital tools that improved audit accuracy.Particular attention is paid to the prevention of violations. Desk audits prevented attempts to increase the value of public procurement contracts by 57.5 billion tenge. A pilot was launched for a desk check of acts of work performed before payment.Online budget monitoring made it possible to stop the overstatement of planned government spending by 1.5 trillion tenge and identify fraudulent schemes by 1.5 billion tenge. As a result, the disorders previously characteristic of the education sector are significantly reduced.In most cases, violations are eliminated voluntarily, funds are returned to the budget without litigation.The Chairman of the Committee stressed that the key task for today is not only to identify violations, but also to prevent them at an early stage through digitalization and analytics.At the end of the meeting, it was noted that the Committee will continue to develop modern audit tools, as well as work on citizens' appeals, which remain an important source of feedback and increased transparency in the use of budget funds. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/1190736?lang=kk

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Prospects for expanding bilateral cooperation between Kazakhstan and North Macedonia were the key topic on the agenda of the 3rd round of political consultations.Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade of North Macedonia Zoran Dimitrovski noted the progressive development of bilateral relations and exchanged views on the regional and international agenda. The diplomats highly appreciated the outcomes of the visits of President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Timčo Mucunski to Astana in 2025.The parties discussed priority issues of bilateral and multilateral cooperation, including further expansion of political, trade-economic, and cultural-humanitarian ties.An important topic of the negotiations were boosting mutual trade and the diversification of its structure in such areas of cooperation as agriculture, energy, transport, tourism, education, and culture. The prospects for expanding legal framework, including the possibility of introducing a visa-free regime for holders of national passports were considered.The leadership of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of North Macedonia congratulated Kazakhstan on the successful adoption of the new Constitution in the referendum held on March 15 and expressed confidence that the reforms would contribute to the country’s further development.Arman Issetov noted: «Kazakhstan attaches great importance to the comprehensive deepening of multifaceted relations with the Republic of North Macedonia. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the countries, which marked their 30th anniversary last year, positive dynamics of interaction have been maintained in priority areas».In conclusion, the parties expressed their readiness to contribute to the further intensification of bilateral cooperation, with special attention to be paid to practical measures for implementing joint business projects and mutually attracting investments into various sectors of the two countries’ economies.In this regard, the diplomats welcomed organizing this April trade and economic mission of Kazakhstan in Skopje, within the framework of which the establishment of a Business Council between the Сhambers of commerce and industry is planned.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1190543?lang=kk

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