During the 100th anniversary of the Grüne Woche international exhibition and the Global Forum for Food and Agriculture international conference, Kazakhstan confidently established itself as a dynamic and reliable partner in the agro-industrial complex and trade. A delegation from the Republic of Kazakhstan, led by Arman Shakkaliyev, Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, participated in key Green Week events, bringing together leaders in agricultural policy, business, and international organizations.The central event was the opening of the Kazakhstan National Pavilion, which served throughout the exhibition as a platform for dialogue, presentation of export potential, and discussion of prospects for industrial cooperation. The exhibition showcased Kazakhstan's capabilities in the production and advanced processing of agricultural products, the implementation of modern agricultural technologies, and the development of sustainable agricultural systems. The pavilion generated strong interest from German and international partners, confirming the growing demand for Kazakhstani products and joint projects.On the sidelines of the GFFA, Minister Arman Shakkaliyev held a series of bilateral meetings with key international partners, including Alois Rainer, Federal Minister for Agriculture, Food, and Regional Identity of Germany; Thomas Steffen, State Secretary of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy; Michael Harms, Executive Director of the Committee on Eastern European Economic Relations; and Jean-Marie Paugama, Deputy Director-General of the World Trade Organization. Discussions focused on practical issues of expanding trade, removing barriers, resilient food chains, and strengthening mutual market presence.A separate set of talks was devoted to developing agricultural cooperation and technology partnerships. The Kazakhstan delegation held substantive meetings with Pakistan's Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain; Markus Schick, State Secretary of the German Federal Ministry of Agriculture; Per Brodersen, Director of the German Agribusiness Alliance; Michael Bayer, Vice President of CLAAS for Eastern Europe and Central Asia; and APD Project Manager Jon Klaus and ADT Project Manager Uwe Weddige. The discussions focused on production localization, agricultural machinery modernization, the implementation of German quality standards, seed production development, and water-efficient solutions.The Kazakhstan delegation also actively participated in relevant discussions of the German Agribusiness Alliance, including a panel session on sustainable water use and innovative agricultural technologies, as well as the "Kazakhstan–Germany Agro & Water Nexus" roundtable. These platforms allowed for a transition from general approaches to the discussion of specific cooperation models, joint pilot projects, and technology transfer.Amid a busy business agenda, it was noted that trade and economic relations between Kazakhstan and Germany continue to strengthen. From January to November 2025, trade turnover between the two countries reached USD 3.91 billion, while Kazakhstan's exports to Germany increased by 7.9% to USD 1.17 billion, reflecting the German market's continued interest in Kazakhstani suppliers and high-value-added products.An important practical outcome of the visit was the agreement between Minister Arman Shakkaliyev and Michael Harms, Executive Director of the Committee on Eastern European Economic Relations (CEER), to hold a videoconference in March with the participation of businesses and relevant agencies. Specific cooperation projects in the agro-industrial complex and export-oriented industries are planned to be discussed in detail during the videoconference. Additionally, the parties confirmed plans to organize a visit by a German delegation to Kazakhstan in April, where the main focus will be on launching joint investment and production initiatives. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1143220?lang=kk

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Kostanay region consistently implements measures to develop cultural and sports infrastructure aimed at improving the quality of life of the population, creating conditions for leisure, self-realization of young people and strengthening a healthy lifestyle.Over the past three years, 5 cultural facilities have been built in rural settlements of the region:in the villages of Prigorodnoye of the Zhitikarinsky district, Bolshaya Churakovka of the Altynsarinsky district, Arka of the Kamystinsky district, Yershovka and Troebratskoye of the Uzunkolsky district.Modern conditions have been created in all new institutions for organizing youth leisure activities, cultural and creative events.Special attention is paid to the development of sports infrastructure.In 2025 alone, 8 sports complexes, 6 hockey courts, including 4 indoor ones, as well as 2 indoor gyms were built in the region. Of the total number of sports complexes, 3 facilities have been commissioned in cities — one in the city of Arkalyk and two in the city of Rudny.Construction of a table tennis complex has begun in the city of Kostanay and the Octopus water park is being reconstructed. A sports and recreation center is being built in the city of Gitikara at the expense of private investments.The new cultural and sports facilities are designed to be visited by all age groups of the population, including children and youth, and will become an important contribution to the socio-cultural development of Kostanay region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1143025?lang=kk

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Astana, January 16, 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov met with Ambassador of the Republic of Latvia Dace Rutka.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of Kazakh-Latvian cooperation in the political, trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian spheres.Particular attention was paid to expanding cooperation in the transport and logistics and agricultural sectors, which are of key importance for increasing the volume of mutual trade.The sides expressed their readiness to continue close cooperation in various areas of mutual interest, and the schedule of bilateral events for 2026 was also discussed.Following the meeting, the diplomats reaffirmed their commitment to continuing a substantive dialogue and further deepening comprehensive cooperation between the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1142955?lang=kk

A seminar meeting was held in the regional departments of construction, architecture and urban planning, the state architectural and construction control with the participation of the head of the NGO "ADAL DOS Prevention" A.Baylin and Ethics Commissioner K. Syundikov.The issues of compliance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the norms of the Ethical Code of Civil Servants of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the prevention of offenses, disciplinary offenses, the implementation of the "Adal Azamat" Concept, countering illegal gambling and ludomania, the "Law and Order" Concept, and compliance with the principles of a secular state were considered. The Ethics Commissioner focused the employees' attention on improving their professionalism and customer orientation.The cases from the practice of regional construction are considered: construction of a school in the BEREK district, facilities of the regional center along the ave. Nazarbayeva and St.Tolstoy and also the decision of the court on a corruption offense in 2025 with the participation of deputies of the maslikhat of the district of Beimbet Mailin.A.Baylin informed about the work carried out by the public association to prevent corruption in government agencies and the quasi-public sector, in the field of public procurement through public monitoring. He also drew attention to the prevention by employees of mistakes without malicious intent, which lead to criminal liability. Kazakhstan has improved its position in the Corruption Perception Index, reaching 88th place among 180 countries in the world. This was also facilitated by the adoption of the Law on Public Control.Measures are being taken to combat corruption in the public sector. In 2025, one official of the local executive body, 2 police officers, the prosecutor of the city of Rudny, 2 deputies of the district maslikhat, 5 employees of territorial divisions of central state bodies (border phytosanitary and veterinary control and supervision of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan), 6 quasi–public sector persons (4 specialists of Karabalyk LLP) were convicted of corruption in Kostanay region. agricultural experimental station, 2 forestry workers").Following the results of the seminar, the employees were given recommendations and information booklets were distributed.   K. Syundikov Ethics CommissionerState Institution "Office of Akim of Kostanay region".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1142934?lang=kk

Astana, January 16, 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held a telephone conversation with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand Sihasak Phuangketkeow.During the call, the foreign ministers welcomed the steady development of Kazakhstan-Thailand relations and reviewed the current state and future prospects of bilateral engagement in the political, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres.Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to further enhancing political dialogue and broadening cooperation in trade and investment, manufacturing industry, transport and logistics, digital development, tourism, and other priority areas.The ministers also exchanged views on key issues of the regional and international agendas, agreeing to maintain regular working contacts to ensure continued coordination on matters of shared interest.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1142739?lang=kk

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Astana, January 15, 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev held a meeting with Deputy Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran Kazem Gharibabadi.The parties discussed a wide range of issues on the bilateral agenda, including strengthening political dialogue, deepening trade and economic cooperation, expanding interaction in the transport and logistics sector, as well as cooperation within the framework of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia, and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.Special attention was paid to the implementation of the agreements reached during the first official visit of the President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian to Kazakhstan on December 10-11, 2025. The interlocutors confirmed their mutual interest in the consistent implementation of these agreements and in giving additional impetus to bilateral cooperation in priority areas.Along with that, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov also met with the Iranian delegation, during which issues of multilateral cooperation and interaction between the two countries within international organizations were discussed.The diplomats exchanged views on upcoming events within the framework of the United Nations, as well as on cooperation related to the Caspian Sea. They also discussed current developments in the Middle East and the global situation as a whole.Following the meetings, both sides reaffirmed their strong mutual interest in continuing constructive dialogue and further deepening comprehensive cooperation between Astana and Tehran.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1142189?lang=kk

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Prague, January 14, 2025 – At Prague Castle, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kairat Abdrakhmanov, presented his Letters of Credence to the President of the Czech Republic, Petr Pavel.As part of the formal ceremony, a meeting was held during which the high level of bilateral relations was reaffirmed and mutual interest in their further deepening was expressed.Significant attention was paid to the creation of favorable conditions for trade, economic, and investment cooperation, as well as to the development of cultural and humanitarian exchanges. In the context of discussions on current regional and international issues, the importance of cooperation within the frameworks of the United Nations and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe was underscored in the interests of strengthening global security and stability. The positive momentum of cooperation between the European Union and Central Asia was also noted.The Czech side was briefed on the new stage of modernization in Kazakhstan, including the priorities outlined by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in his New Year interview with the Turkistan newspaper, focusing on the development of a rule-of-law state with a sustainable economy, a stable political system, and a fair distribution of public goods. It was noted that Czech business circles are demonstrating practical interest in Kazakhstan’s economic reforms, particularly in the energy and utilities sectors, where they possess advanced resource-efficient and environmentally friendly technologies.Along these and other areas of mutually beneficial Kazakh-Czech cooperation, coordinated efforts will continue through the governments of both countries, as well as their business and public communities, with a view to preparing meetings at the highest and high levels.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1142006?lang=kk

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Seminars and meetings on compliance with the laws of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Ethics Code of Civil Servants of the Republic of Kazakhstan were held in the regional departments of entrepreneurship, energy and public utilities, and passenger transport and highways, with the participation of the Ethics Commissioner.The discussion focused on the organization of work in government agencies to prevent offenses and disciplinary infractions, the implementation of the Roadmap for Promoting the Professional and Personal Qualities of Civil Servants in Accordance with the Ideals of "Adal Azamat" for 2025-2027, the Comprehensive Plan to Combat Illegal Gambling and Ludomania in the Republic of Kazakhstan for 2024-2026, the Concept for Promoting the Ideology of Law and Order in Society for 2025-2030 (responsible person), and adherence to the principles of a secular state.K. Syundikov raised issues of organizing oversight over the use of state property, including: Official vehicles of subordinate organizations (installation of GPS systems, regulations for the use of official vehicles, etc.)The agenda includes issues such as developing an anti-corruption culture (VAKR), compliance with memos and recommendations in the civil service, organizing legal training, interaction with civil society institutions, and developing volunteer initiatives.Teams were informed of the results of the anonymous survey in 2025. K. Syundikov, Ethics CommissionerState Institution "Office of the Akim of Kostanay Region."Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1141733?lang=kk