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Today, Ernar Erzhanov, Executive Secretary of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan introduced the new head of the Department of State Revenues for the West Kazakhstan Region of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazahkstan —Baltabekov K.Zh.Kanat Baltabekov has significant experience in the tax and financial spheres. He began his career in 1996 at the Tax Inspectorate for the city of Almaty, where he went from a specialist to the chief tax inspector.In subsequent years, Kanat Baltabekov held a number of senior positions in the tax authorities ofAlmaty, East Kazakhstan and Almaty regions, as well as in the Department of State Revenues in Astana. Since 2022, he worked as Deputy Head of the Department of State Revenues for Astana of the State Revenues Committee of the Ministry of Finance.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/1082805?lang=kk

Aidar Abildabekov, Vice Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, met with Khurram Teshabayev, Deputy Minister of Investment, Industry, and Trade of the Republic of Uzbekistan.Uzbekistan remains one of Kazakhstan's priority trading partners in Central Asia. The two sides are consistently working to achieve the mutual trade target of $10 billion. From January to August 2025, trade turnover reached $3 billion, an 18.5% increase compared to the same period last year. Kazakhstan's exports totaled $2.2 billion, an increase of 26.7%, and the trade surplus reached $1.4 billion.An additional positive indicator was the expansion of Kazakhstan's high-value-added exports, including in metallurgy, petrochemicals, mechanical engineering, and agriculture. Uzbekistan has been presented with a list of 40 promising products worth over $550 million. Active work is underway to utilize export acceleration and trade finance tools, allowing companies to offer more competitive terms to their Uzbek partners.Particular attention is being paid to the joint implementation of investment projects. Thirty-four projects worth $4.4 billion and seven trade contracts worth $2.6 billion are currently under development. Active work is underway to update the roadmap, launch new production facilities, and remove certain administrative barriers. Kazakhstan proposes focusing on the implementation of those projects that have reached the highest level of readiness."Bilateral trade is growing in the agricultural sector. In the first eight months of 2025, agricultural trade increased by 27.6%, reaching $1.3 billion. Steady growth is being observed in the export of Kazakhstani grain, flour, meat, sugar, and other goods. "The digital integration of phytosanitary systems is underway through the ePhyto platform, which will ensure traceability and eliminate potential risks in mutual deliveries," noted Aidar Abildabekov, Vice Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan.During his visit, Aidar Abildabekov also visited the construction site of the International Center for Industrial Cooperation "Central Asia," which is being implemented on the Kazakh-Uzbek border. The ICIC project is a strategic initiative of the two countries in industrial cooperation and aims to create a unified production and logistics platform.The frameworks of eight production buildings have been installed at the site, and construction and infrastructure work is ongoing. Contracts are being signed with investors from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and third countries in the fields of textiles, agricultural processing, logistics, and eco-technologies.The Kazakh side also supports the initiative to create a Joint Logistics Strategy, including the development of transit routes through Afghanistan. Dialogue is underway to remove remaining trade barriers and create favorable conditions for mutual market access.The next, 22nd meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission on Bilateral Cooperation will be held in Khiva on October 22–23 of this year. The agenda includes coordinating new initiatives, discussing the status of existing projects, and developing new growth opportunities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1082978?lang=kk

Baghdad, October 8, 2025 –  A solemn ceremony of presenting credentials of the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Talgat Shaldanbay, to the President of the Republic of Iraq, Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid, accrediting him as Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan concurrently to the Republic of Iraq was held.In a conversation following the ceremony, the two sides discussed current issues related to strengthening Kazakh-Iraqi relations.Ambassador Shaldanbay conveyed warm greetings and best wishes to Abdul Latif Rashid on behalf of Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, reaffirming our country's commitment to further deepening bilateral cooperation.In turn, the President of Iraq expressed confidence in the continued strengthening of friendly ties between Kazakhstan and Iraq and wished the Ambassador success in his diplomatic endeavors.On the eve of the credential presentation, the Kazakh diplomat met with Fuad Hussein, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iraq. During the meeting, participants discussed practical steps to expand cooperation and highlighted the importance of developing political dialogue and strengthening cooperation in trade, economic, and humanitarian spheres.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1083827?lang=kk

Astana, October 2, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov and Deputy Chairman of the Board of JSC “NC Kazakh Invest” Madiyar Sultanbek held a meeting with Anastasia Colosimo, Director for International Development of Ellipse Group (France).During the talks, the parties discussed prospects for cooperation in the healthcare sector, including the construction and equipping of modern perinatal centers, as well as the development of private medical facilities.At the meeting, Deputy Minister Kuantyrov emphasized that Kazakhstan attaches great importance to the development of modern medical infrastructure and remains open to partnerships with international companies possessing advanced technologies and experience in implementing large-scale projects.For her part, Director Colosimo – formerly Adviser to the President of France Emmanuel Macron on International Strategy and Communications expressed the company’s interest in expanding its presence in Kazakhstan. She noted that Ellipse Group views Kazakhstan as a reliable partner with sustainable economic growth and a favorable investment climate.Ellipse Group specializes in financing and turnkey construction of strategic infrastructure projects in the fields of energy, healthcare, digital technologies, and civil engineering. The company implements projects across Europe, Asia, and Africa, working with major export credit agencies and EU-based financial institutions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1082939?lang=kk

The athletes of the Karaganda region performed brilliantly at the Asian Aquatics Championships. The continental championship takes place in the Indian city of Ahmedabad. Participants compete in four disciplines: swimming, diving, water polo and artistic (synchronized) swimming.Representatives of the School of Higher Sports Excellence of the Karaganda region made a real splash in artistic swimming. The result was a triumph – 28 medals: 19 gold, 4 silver and 5 bronze.The athletes demonstrated a high level of training and skill, proving that the Karaganda aquatics school is one of the strongest on the continent.Among the winners are Nargiz Bolatova, Ksenia Makarova, Viktor Druzin, Karina Magrupova, Yasmin Tuyakova, Arina Pushkina and Dayana Dzhamanchalova. Synchronized swimmers have won awards in individual and group programs, as well as in duets and mix duets.According to the press service of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the Karaganda regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1083084?lang=kk

Astana, October 8, 2025 – At the initiative of the Israeli side, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held a telephone conversation with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Israel Gideon Sa’ar.Minister Sa’ar congratulated his counterpart on the appointment and wished him success in his responsible mission.The Kazakh Foreign Minister expressed gratitude and reaffirmed his readiness to further develop mutually beneficial bilateral relations between two nations.During the conversation, the parties discussed the implementation of agreements reached at the highest and high levels. They also exchanged views on key issues of the regional and international agenda.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1083130?lang=kk

The Akim of the Kostanay Region, Kumar Aksakalov, presented awards to the best industry representatives.Mechanical engineering is a key sector of the region's economy and a leading player in the manufacturing industry. It accounts for 55 percent of the region's manufacturing output. Its enterprises employ more than 8,000 people, making a significant contribution to the development of domestic production.In the first eight months of this year, enterprises in the industry produced over 800 billion tenge worth of products. These include automobiles, combines, tractors, mounted and trailed agricultural machinery, equipment, and other products."Your work is more than just production; it is the foundation of progress, a driver of innovation, and a vital component of the region's economic development. Thanks to your work, complex mechanisms, advanced technologies, and modern equipment are created. Your skill and dedication deserve the highest praise," noted Kumar Aksakalov.The regional governor emphasized that investment projects aimed at developing the mechanical engineering industry, creating new jobs, and producing competitive products are being implemented in the region.In 2024, five investment projects worth 50 billion tenge were implemented in the region, creating over 800 jobs. Five more projects totaling 312 billion tenge are planned for launch this year, creating over 3,200 jobs.One of the largest projects will be the construction of a full-cycle KIA automobile manufacturing plant, which will create approximately 1,500 jobs."The launch of the new plant will further strengthen the region's position as a center of domestic automotive manufacturing. The primary focus will be on training local personnel and enhancing the technological competencies of engineers, workers, and managers," the regional governor emphasized.According to Kumar Aksakalov, the implementation of all projects will take the Kostanay region to a new level of industrial development and strengthen its status as the country's leading mechanical engineering center. State and anniversary awards were presented during the ceremony.The following were awarded the "Eren enbegi ushіn" (Higher Equality) state award:Argulan Saltanatovich Maikonov, Executive Director of SaryarkaAvtoProm LLP;Ivan Vasilyevich Shmelyuk, Gas and Electric Welder at Astyk Elevator Equipment Plant LLP.The "30th Anniversary of the Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan" Jubilee Medal was awarded to:Seytbek Bekenovich Kuanyshbayev, Rector of Akhmet Baitursynov Kostanay Regional University;Akyngali Dautbayevich Darmenov, Head of the Shrakbek Kabylbayev Kostanay Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1083144?lang=kk

According to the minister, the republican budget for 2025 was formed with revenues in the amount of 21.6 trillion tenge, of which 15.2 trillion tenge are tax revenues. This is 23.4% higher than last year. According to the results of nine months, the budget was executed by 101.6%, while maintaining its social focus.Kassym-Jomart Tokayev was informed about measures to improve the efficiency of tax and customs administration and revenues to the Special State Fund.Special attention was paid to the implementation of the Law "On Public Procurement," aimed at reducing the timing of procedures, increasing their transparency and supporting domestic producers. Currently, the analysis and control processes in the Treasury Information System are fully automated.As part of the digitalization of public finances, special emphasis is placed on formation and filling of Big Data, as well as introduction of artificial intelligence in the tax and customs spheres.The head of state was also informed about the results of the state audit. In particular, 791 audits were conducted in the first eight months of this year, revealing financial violations amounting to 337.5 billion tenge.The President stressed the importance of continuing systematic work to ensure the sustainability of public finances, the fulfillment of all social obligations, as well as the further development of digitalization and  introduction of modern control tools.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/1083175?lang=kk

  Appointment of a New Head of the Department of State Revenues for the North Kazakhstan Region of the SRC MF RKToday, Deputy Chairman of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Zhanibek Nurzhanov, introduced the new head of the Department of State Revenues for the North Kazakhstan Region — A. Zh. Zhakanov — to the department’s staff.Amanzhol Zhakanov has more than 25 years of experience in the tax administration system. In 1997, he began his career as a specialist at the Tax Committee for the Kostanay Region and held leadership positions in the tax offices of Lisakovsk city and Auliekol district. Over the years, he headed departments in the West Kazakhstan, Kostanay, and Aktobe regions.Throughout his career, Amanzhol Zhakanov has proven himself to be a responsible leader with deep theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the field of taxation and financial control.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/1083181?lang=kk

Astana, October 8, 2025 – At the initiative of the Moldovan side, a telephone conversation took place between Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev and Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Moldova Mihai Popșoi.Minister Popșoi warmly congratulated his counterpart on the appointment and wished him success in his new position. The Kazakh Foreign Minister expressed gratitude for the congratulations and reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s commitment to further deepening the friendly relations between Astana and Chișinău.During the conversation, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of Kazakh-Moldovan cooperation in bilateral and multilateral formats, as well as the implementation of agreements reached at the highest and high levels.Both sides confirmed their mutual readiness to continue close interaction between the foreign ministries in order to further strengthen bilateral partnership.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1083188?lang=kk

Astana, October 7, 2025 – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, together with the Ministry of Defense and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), organized a Regional Conference for Central Asian countries on the Global Initiative to Galvanize Political Commitment to International Humanitarian Law (IHL).The Global Initiative to Galvanize Political Commitment to International Humanitarian Law was launched on the sidelines of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly in New York in September 2024 by 6 countries – Brazil, Jordan, Kazakhstan, China, France and South Africa in cooperation with the International Committee of the Red Cross.The key speakers of the conference were Deputy Minister of Defense of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Vice Admiral Serik Burambayev, Commissioner for Human Rights of the Republic of Kazakhstan Artur Lastayev, Ambassador-at-Large of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Stanislav Vassilenko, as well as Head of the ICRC Regional Delegation in Central Asia Biljana Milosevic and Head of the ICRC Global Initiative Anne Quintin.The conference was attended by leading legal experts and diplomats from embassies of the countries of Central Asia, as well as the founding states of the Global Initiative.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1082922?lang=kk

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Regional Akim Nurlybek Nalibayev congratulated Sultanbek Orazymbetov, an honorary citizen of the Shieli District, on his 80th birthday. Representatives of the intelligentsia, public figures, and department heads attended the meeting. The regional governor conveyed his congratulations to the celebrant and emphasized the importance of respect for elders and recognition of honest work.«Wise people say: «Prosperity comes to those who appreciate, and happiness comes to those who respect». It has become a good tradition to show due respect to representatives of the older generation, who have made every effort to ensure the prosperity of our region, its socioeconomic, cultural, and spiritual development, and have earned the recognition of the people. Today's official meeting is dedicated to the esteemed Sultanbek Orazymbetov, who, through his honest work, has earned the recognition of the people and initiated exemplary projects.The residents of our region know and respect your significant work and exemplary life. Your fellow countrymen are proud of people like you, who have made a significant contribution to the region's development and earned national recognition. On behalf of our citizens, we sincerely congratulate you on this anniversary and wish you good health and prosperity for your family!» - said Nurlybek Mashbekovich.Sultanbek Koishybaevich began his career in the village of Kyzyltu as a simple worker. Over the years, he served as secretary of the Komsomol organization, production foreman, instructor in the Shieli District Party Committee, secretary of the Party Committee at the Gigant collective farm, chairman of the District Trade Union Committee, and deputy secretary of the District Party Committee. From 1994 to 2012, he served as secretary of the first, second, third, and fourth convocations of the Shieli District Maslikhat.At the meeting, the regional akim presented the anniversary celebrant with the Kyzylorda Region Certificate of Honor and, as is traditional, offered him honors. Government and public figures Ibragim Abibullaev, Bekmyrza Yelamanov, the chairman of the regional veterans' council, Serik Duisenbaev, and elder Kaldybai Sugirbaev offered their best wishes.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1083282?lang=kk

As part of the celebrations of Kyzylorda's 100th anniversary as the capital of Kazakhstan and the return of the name «Kazakh», four residential buildings with 320 apartments have been commissioned on the left bank of the SyrDarya River. The left bank, which has been actively developing in recent years, has been replenished with modern residential buildings. Representatives of the intelligentsia, elders, and residents of the city participated in the ceremony.Regional akim Nurlybek Nalibayev spoke about the work accomplished in housing construction and congratulated the new residents.«In our region, with the special support of our President and Government, the state social policy aimed at providing residents with housing is being successfully implemented. Over the past three years, 2.5 million square meters of housing have been commissioned in our region from all funding sources. More than 5,000 apartments have been purchased for residents on the waiting list, and approximately 25,000 residents have celebrated housewarming parties.Around 1,500 new apartments have been delivered in all district centers. This year, 58 billion 785 million tenge has been allocated from the budget for the purchase of finished apartments in new buildings and from individual developers. 870,000 square meters of housing will be provided from all funding sources.In the city of Kyzylorda itself, 5,600 apartments have become available to our fellow citizens over the past three years. Last month, those on the waiting list moved into seven multi-story buildings with 280 apartments. It is especially noteworthy that since last year, our city has been building multi-story buildings of 7, 9, and 12 stories with a modern design.Today is a special, joyful day for every family that received housing with state support! May the foundations of your new homes be strong, the walls reliable, and the hearth of every family filled with peace and prosperity!», - said Nurlybek Mashbekovich.At the event, the builders of the new houses were presented with Letters of Appreciation from the regional akim, and honorary citizen of the Zhalagash district and holder of the Order of «Honor», Omirbek Shamenov, delivered a congratulatory speech.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1083347?lang=kk

Regional Akim Nurlybek Nalibayev expressed gratitude to everyone who participated in the construction of the modern 11,000-seat stadium on the left bank and contributed to its high-quality construction.«Our modern 11,000-seat stadium in Kyzylorda, built with the support of the President, was ceremoniously opened on October 4 with the final match of the Kazakhstan Cup. I would especially like to note that this is the third stadium in the country commissioned since Іndependence and has received a UEFA Category IV certificate. The Minister of Tourism and Sports, members of Parliament, the leadership and staff of the Kazakhstan Football Federation, media representatives, and distinguished guests attended this significant event. The public highly appreciates the new facility.The stadium's construction was initially planned for three years. However, the contractor organized its work very well and completed the construction in just eighteen months, ahead of schedule, and to a high standard. On behalf of the entire people of the region, we express our gratitude to the head of the contractor, Islamgali Aituarovich Kozbakov, who completed the construction ahead of schedule, and to the entire company team», - said Nurlybek Mashbekovich.At the meeting, Islamgali Kozbakov was awarded the «Kyzylorda oblysynyn damuyna qosqan ulesi ushin» medal and a letter of thanks from the regional akim.Yerlan Turaliev, head of the regional department of construction, architecture, and urban development; Bakhtiyar Artayev, head of the department of physical culture, sports, and tourism; and Sadyk Mustafayev, honored coach of the Republic of Kazakhstan, were presented with certificates of honor and letters of thanks from the regional akim.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1082548?lang=kk

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Gabala, October 7, 2025 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held bilateral meetings with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Jeyhun Bayramov, and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Hungary, Péter Szijjártó, on the sidelines of the Summit of the Organization of Turkic States.During the meeting with the head of the Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry, the state and prospects for the further development of bilateral cooperation, as well as progress in implementing agreements reached at the highest and high levels were discussed.Particular attention was paid to the preparation of the upcoming state visit of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, to the Republic of Kazakhstan.Minister Kosherbayev proposed holding a forum of IT specialists during this visit to give additional impetus to relations between Astana and Baku in the field of digitalization.Discussions were held with the head of the Hungarian Foreign Ministry on the implementation of agreements reached following the state visit of Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Hungary in November 2024, as well as the visits to Kazakhstan by Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok and Speaker of Parliament László Kövér in September-October 2025.The interlocutors focused on issues related to the development and expansion of joint projects in the fields of agriculture, energy, healthcare, and finance. It was noted that the active political dialogue at the highest level contributes to strengthening trust and further deepening strategic cooperation between the two countries.Given Kazakhstan’s achievements in the field of IT and digitalization, Minister Kosherbayev proposed expanding the partnership between the countries in this promising area, including on the basis of the Alem.AI International Artificial Intelligence Center.In addition, an exchange of views took place on topical issues on the regional and global agenda. The parties confirmed their commitment to further close cooperation within multilateral structures.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1082385?lang=kk