In the Zhetysu region, following the intervention of the Department of Trade and Consumer Rights Protection, prices for socially significant food products, including eggs, have been reduced. Work to monitor compliance with legislation in the field of trade and price regulation is carried out here on a systematic basis. Another inspection showed that some entrepreneurs do not comply with established norms. During monitoring, it was revealed that one trading company purchased chicken eggs for 50 tenge per piece, and then sold them in more than twenty branded stores for 60–75 tenge. The trade markup reached 20–50%, which significantly exceeds the permissible limit. After applying administrative measures, the price of eggs was reduced and brought into compliance with legal requirements. Violations were also identified in the sale of other socially significant goods. As part of an unscheduled inspection, it was established that one LLP supplied butter to another partnership, which then sold the products through seven retail chains and "convenience" stores with a markup ranging from 40% to 61%. Such indicators substantially exceed the established limit. According to the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Regulation of Trade Activities," the maximum permissible trade markup on socially significant food products must not exceed 15% of the manufacturer's selling price. Violation entails liability under Article 204-4 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Republic of Kazakhstan, with fines having been toughened since 2025. Based on the inspection results, business entities have been held administratively liable and fined. Monitoring compliance with trade markups remains one of the priority areas of work, as it concerns price stability and the protection of consumer interests. Since the beginning of the year, the Department has reviewed 17 cases under Article 204-4 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the region. The total amount of fines imposed amounted to 185,975 tenge. The Department calls on entrepreneurs to strictly comply with legal requirements. If facts of overpricing for socially significant products or the absence of price tags are identified, citizens can file an official complaint through the E-Otinish platform.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1161068?lang=kk

In 2026, the international Digital Almaty platform will transform into Digital Qazaqstan — a national technology forum dedicated to the practical digital and AI transformation of the economy and the strategic advancement of the country's regions.Digital Qazaqstan will consistently travel through various cities across Kazakhstan, integrating regions into a unified digital agenda and fostering the ideal environment for implementing cutting-edge technologies and Artificial Intelligence within the real sector, public administration, and the social sphere.First stop: Shymkent — the industrial heart of the region.March 27, 2026This is where technology meets the real sector. From smart governance to industrial AI, we are bringing the future to every corner of Kazakhstan.What’s in store:— High-level Plenary Session— Expert Panel Discussions & Roundtables— Startup & IT Exhibition— Thrilling Hackathons— Digital Qazaqstan Awards — celebrating the nation’s digital leadersJoin Digital Qazaqstan and take your place in shaping the nation’s digital future!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent/press/news/details/1161004?lang=kk

В Астане прошло ежегодное XIII заседание Координационного комитета Программ поддержки малого и среднего бизнеса между Министерством национальной экономики Республики Казахстан и Европейский банк реконструкции и развития.В работе заседания принял участие вице-министр национальной экономики Ерлан Сагнаев. В своем выступлении он подчеркнул, что с 2013 года в рамках сотрудничества последовательно реализуются программы, ориентированные на развитие предпринимательства, расширение консультационной поддержки и создание новых рабочих мест. За этот период профинансировано более 2,7 тыс. консалтинговых проектов и проведено свыше 300 обучающих мероприятий. Благодаря полученной поддержке создано порядка 10 тыс. рабочих мест, а 17% предприятий в течение полутора лет после реализации проектов перешли в более крупный сегмент бизнеса.20 января 2025 года Министерством подписано Дополнительное соглашение с ЕБРР о продлении Программы до 2030 года.«Сотрудничество с Европейским банком реконструкции и развития остается важным инструментом поддержки малого и среднего бизнеса. Продление Программы до 2030 года подтверждает взаимное доверие и нацеленность на дальнейшие результаты. Мы видим конкретный эффект от реализуемых проектов - это новые рабочие места, рост компаний и укрепление их позиций на рынке», - отметил Ерлан Сагнаев.С учетом успешной реализации принято решение о запуске нового направления поддержки - «Повышение инвестиционной привлекательности предприятий среднего предпринимательства», ориентированного на компании с потенциалом дальнейшего роста.Глава Программы консультационных услуг ЕБРР в Центральной Азии и Монголии Симоне Зе Атанасовски отметила, что сегодня особое внимание уделяется поддержке средних предприятий в рамках проекта по повышению их инвестиционного потенциала, являющихся лидерами в своих отраслях и нацеленных на дальнейший рост в Казахстане. В ходе мероприятия состоялся открытый диалог с предпринимателями - участниками программы. Представители бизнеса отметили значимость государственной поддержки в расширении экспортных возможностей, развитии промышленного сектора и реализации инновационных проектов.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1160921?lang=kk

Заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики Серик Жумангарин провел встречу с представителями Группы Всемирного банка по вопросам формирования новой Рамочной стратегии партнерства с Казахстаном на 2026–2031 годы.Открывая встречу, Серик Жумангарин подчеркнул стратегический характер сотрудничества и выразил признательность за подготовку документа, определяющего ориентиры взаимодействия до 2031 года.«Мы высоко ценим партнерство со Всемирным банком. Предлагаемая стратегия создает основу для поддержки наших реформ через экспертизу, финансирование и совместные инициативы», — отметил вице-премьер.Приоритеты, обозначенные в проекте стратегии, включая развитие транспортной и цифровой связанности, климатической повестки, повышение качества услуг в водном и энергетическом секторах, развитие финансовых рынков, стимулирование частных инвестиций, расширение использования возобновляемых источников энергии, соответствуют стратегическим документам и целям социально-экономического развития Казахстана.Отмечена готовность Всемирного банка обеспечить финансирование в объеме до $1 млрд ежегодно в течение шести лет. По словам вице-премьера, это создаст дополнительные условия для укрепления частного сектора, развития инфраструктуры и повышения конкурентоспособности экономики. Аналитическое сопровождение реформ продолжится в рамках Программы совместных экономических исследований Правительства Казахстана и Всемирного банка.В ходе встречи также подведены итоги реализации предыдущей Стратегии на 2020-2025 годы. За этот период реализовано 14 проектов на общую сумму $4,2 млрд. Среди них – развитие международного транзитного коридора «Западная Европа – Западный Китай», реконструкция автодороги «Алматы – Хоргос», модернизация ирригационных и дренажных систем и др.Постоянный представитель Всемирного банка в Казахстане и Туркменистане Андрей Михнев отметил, что прошедший период сопровождался рядом внешних вызовов, включая пандемию. Взаимодействие сторон способствовало реализации намеченных инициатив и достижению практических результатов.По его словам, проекты «Восток-Запад» и «Юг-Запад» обеспечили развитие транспортного коридора «Западная Европа – Западный Китай» и улучшили связанность для более чем 5 млн человек. Время в пути сократилось на две трети, скорость движения увеличилась втрое, транспортные расходы снизились на 35%. Создано свыше 1,2 тыс. постоянных рабочих мест, 93% жителей отметили повышение качества жизни.Поддержка малого и среднего бизнеса позволила оказать грантовую и консультационную помощь более чем тысяче предприятий. 175 стартапов обеспечили продажи на 41 млн долларов и привлекли 16 млн долларов инвестиций.Проект по модернизации ирригационной инфраструктуры повысил эффективность водопользования на 92 тыс. гектаров, улучшив условия для 94 тыс. водопользователей, включая 60 тыс. фермеров. Обновлено 763 км каналов, что способствовало росту урожайности и созданию рабочих мест. Дополнительно оказана аналитическая поддержка реформированию системы субсидирования в аграрном секторе.Представители Международной финансовой корпорации (IFC) сообщили о планах продолжить консультационную поддержку проектов государственно-частного партнерства, а также инвестиционную деятельность, включая кредитование и расширение участия частных инвесторов. Успешный пример - проект финансирования Алматинской обводной железной дороги с участием КТЖ.В числе дальнейших приоритетов – модернизация железнодорожной инфраструктуры, поддержка микро- и малого бизнеса через финансовые институты, развитие агропромышленного комплекса, включая финансирование поставок современной сельхозтехники и проектов глубокой переработки зерна.По итогам встречи стороны договорились доработать проект стратегии с учетом озвученных предложений и представить его на рассмотрение Совета директоров Всемирного банка.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1160735?lang=kk

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GITEX, the world’s largest technology and startup event network, today announced the inaugural GITEX Ai CENTRAL ASIA & CAUCASUS Kazakhstan will take place in Almaty, the country’s largest city, from 4-5 May 2026. The new location puts the event at the centre of the region’s hub for commerce, manufacturing, enterprise, and innovation.Aligning with Kazakhstan’s year of digitalisation and artificial intelligence (AI), GITEX Ai CENTRAL ASIA & CAUCASUS Kazakhstan reinforces the country’s intent to be one of world’s most influential technology ecosystems while enabling export growth, stronger partnerships, and increased investment into technology-driven projects.Organised by inD – the global organisers of GITEX events –  and hosted by the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development, in partnership with Astana Hub and the Akimat of Almaty, GITEX Ai CENTRAL ASIA & CAUCASUS Kazakhstan will convene global policymakers, frontier-tech enterprises, AI visionaries, cloud and data-infrastructure leaders, fintech disruptors, and the region’s most promising startups to propel the region’s transformation into a competitive digital powerhouse.Zhaslan Madiev, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan, commented: “Hosting GITEX in Almaty confirms Kazakhstan’s growing role as a regional hub for technology leaders, startups, and investment. For us, this is not just a large-scale event, but a practical instrument to accelerate digital transformation and the adoption of artificial intelligence across the economy and public administration. Our objective is to ensure that this momentum delivers measurable impact — enabling faster market deployment of solutions, increasing productivity, and creating new opportunities for people and businesses across the region.”Darhan Satybaldy, akim of Almaty city, said: “By hosting GITEX in Almaty, we are positioning the city to become an even more influential hub of innovation, commerce and enterprise for the wider Central Asian region. As our local development of frontier technology grows so does the realisation of our national ambition to export it to the rest of the world.”Trixie LohMirmand, CEO of inD, global organiser of GITEX, noted: “Kazakhstan’s leadership has demonstrated remarkable foresight in crafting a digital future rooted in conviction, capability, and socio-economic dividends. Almaty sits at the intersection of the entrepreneurial and innovation vigour ready to bring this vision to life. GITEX in Almaty offers a vantage point from which the world can not only observe the profound industrial and technological rise of Central Asia and the Caucasus but also participate in shaping its evolution.”A Strategic Move to the Country’s Innovation HeartlandWelcoming influential tech stakeholders in Almaty aligns with Kazakhstan’s broader digital strategy and responds directly to the city’s rapid rise as an innovation epicentre. It is home to more than 1,500 startups, and accounts for 50% of the country’s Venture Capitalist (VC) funds and will soon welcome the world-class Qazaqstan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (QAIST), reaffirming its position as the hub where innovation, investments and technical talent thrive. In this setting, GITEX offers unparalleled proximity to the companies, startups, investors, and research institutions shaping Central Asia’s emerging digital-first economy.A New Anchor for the World’s Leading Tech & Investments NetworkCentral Asia and the Caucasus are undergoing a seismic technological shift as digital adoption accelerates, startup ecosystems mature, and governments pursue future-focused transformation agendas. Within this landscape, Kazakhstan emerges as a regional frontrunner; home to Central Asia’s largest hyperscale data centre, more than 90% digitised public services, and flagship initiatives such as the alem.ai international AI centre.GITEX’s arrival in Kazakhstan marks a defining moment for this digital trajectory. With Almaty as the host city, the event becomes a regional anchor for the GITEX network, the world’s largest global ecosystem, which now links Central Asia and the Caucasus to Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Brazil, Germany, India, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, Serbia, Singapore, Turkey, and Vietnam.For more information, visit the website: https://shorturl.at/Ejl2CBook your space: https://shorturl.at/X5D5d Pre-register to visit: https://shorturl.at/ifrK1 Download event brochure: https://shorturl.at/xXaNGSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/1160158?lang=kk

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The Kostanay region maintains positive dynamics of socio-economic development and is among the leading regions of the country. The instruction of the Head of State to ensure annual economic growth of at least 6% has been exceeded — the annual figure reached 8%.Over the past three years, the regional budget has increased by 1.5 times. The average salary has also grown by 1.5 times, and investments in fixed capital — by 1.6 times. During this period, the volume of attracted foreign investment reached 1.5 billion US dollars. By the end of 2025, the region's economic growth also exceeded the national average.Positive dynamics are noted in the employment sector: over 47 thousand people have been provided with jobs, and 26.4 thousand new jobs have been created. As a result, the number of families receiving targeted social assistance has decreased by 23.7%.The volume of industrial production amounted to 3.5 trillion tenge. Seven major investment projects with a total value of 322 billion tenge have been implemented in the region. The largest of them is the KIA automobile plant, where assembly of 13 models of the Korean brand has been established, creating 1500 jobs.In 2025, two more major projects were commissioned — a plant for manufacturing components for trucks and a linear production center. These projects have employed 650 people.Currently, the construction of the international transport and logistics complex "Tobyl" is underway in the regional center. The total investment volume is 64 billion tenge. Already, 6 billion tenge has been utilized, a loading and unloading platform with an area of 26 thousand square meters has been built, and 2.7 kilometers of railway tracks have been laid. The implementation of the project will increase cargo transportation volume by 20%.Investment projects are also being implemented in the agro-industrial complex. Seven modern industrial dairy farms have been opened in the region, with another 5 planned for commissioning this year. This will double milk production.Furthermore, the construction of the country's largest confectionery enterprise — the "Confectionery Capital" factory — is nearing completion. The new production facility will strengthen the region's food security and enhance its export potential.The implementation of large-scale projects in the Kostanay region contributes to economic diversification, the creation of new jobs, and an increase in the population's standard of living.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1159784?lang=kk

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The event highlighted key standards of official conduct, including the principles of integrity, honesty, fairness, and openness. Requirements for professional communication with citizens and colleagues, adherence to business etiquette, and ensuring a customer-focused approach in government agencies were addressed separately.Participants were informed of mechanisms for preventing and resolving conflicts of interest, requirements for preventing the abuse of official position for personal gain, and standards for the preservation and rational use of state property.Particular attention was paid to systemic anti-corruption measures, including anti-corruption monitoring, corruption risk analysis, anti-corruption assessment of regulatory legal acts, and the functioning of financial control mechanisms.Additional emphasis was placed on maintaining work discipline, prohibiting gambling, prohibiting public appearances under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other intoxicants, as well as ensuring the secular nature of public service and preventing any form of discrimination.The seminar emphasized the importance of developing a sustainable anti-corruption culture, the personal responsibility of civil servants, and strict adherence to the Code of Ethics as the basis for public trust in government institutions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1159507?lang=kk

An agricultural fair is taking place in Astana, showcasing products from local farmers and agricultural producers from various regions of Kazakhstan, including the Abay, Pavlodar, Karaganda, and Akmola regions.Approximately 60 tons of groceries, 50 tons of vegetables, and 50 tons of meat products are on sale at the fair, along with fruits and vegetables, meat, flour, and dairy products, natural juices, preserves, jams, and other products at below-market prices.Potatoes are selling from 130 tenge/kg, onions 150 tenge/kg, and cabbage 170 tenge/kg. Meat products include beef priced at 3,300-3,500 tenge/kg, horse meat 3,000-3,300 tenge/kg, and lamb 3,500 tenge/kg.The fair takes place on weekends from 10:00 to 19:00 on the territory of the Keryen Joly shopping center at the address: Alash Highway, 35B.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1159407?lang=kk

Today, a fair was held in the city of Kyzylorda, in the village of Tasboget, with the participation of JSC SPK Baikonur, agricultural producers, and entrepreneurs located in Kyzylorda.At the fair, which started at 9:00 AM, natural and high-quality products produced by the district's workers were available to city residents at prices 15-30% below market prices.Approximately 43 businesses and agricultural producers participated in the fair. Over 35 tons of products were delivered to the public at the fair, including over 15 tons from the stabilization fund. Specifically, more than 8 tons of rice, 15 tons of potatoes, 5 tons of carrots, 3 tons of onions, 2 tons of flour, 2 tons of cabbage, 0.5 tons of fish, 2 tons of meat, 3 tons of vegetables, and 0.4 tons of honey were sold at affordable prices.Rice sold at the fair cost 230 tenge/kg, flour 160 tenge/kg, beef 2,600 tenge/kg, potatoes 160 tenge/kg, carrots 135 tenge/kg, onions 126 tenge/kg, cabbage 130 tenge/kg, and fish 1,300 tenge/kg.Furthermore, sanitary requirements were met at the Fairgrounds, and comfortable conditions were created for residents.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1159418?lang=kk

The fair in Ust-Kamenogorsk was held at the Altay wholesale distribution center.During the event, residents were presented with a wide selection of meat products, including beef, lamb, horse meat, and pork. The total volume sold was approximately 15 tons. The products were sold at market prices, averaging 3,300 to 3,800 tenge per kilogram.Residents were also offered a wide selection of dairy products, eggs, and honey.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1159443?lang=kk

The city of Petropavlovsk regularly hosts weekly agricultural fairs attended by agricultural producers and processing plants in the region. The fairs are held every Saturday at three city markets: Altyn Arman, Kyzylzhar Akbastau, and Dariya.At the fairs, the public is offered a wide range of agricultural products—approximately 25 items, including beef, pork, lamb, poultry, dairy products, potatoes, vegetables, bee products, and products from processing plants.Recommended prices for key products have been established for the fairs. Horse meat, for example, sells for 2,800 tenge/kg. The average price for beef is 2,900 tenge/kg (loin: 3,200 tenge, spare ribs: 2,700 tenge, ribs: 2,800 tenge, shoulder: 3,000 tenge, and brisket: 2,800 tenge). The average price for pork is 1,900 tenge/kg (backbone - 2,000 tenge, back - 2,100 tenge, shoulder - 1,900 tenge, loin and ribs - 1,700 tenge). The average price for lamb is 2,500 tenge/kg (back - 2,900 tenge, ribs - 2,100 tenge).On February 7, 2026, the city of Petropavlovsk hosted the next agricultural fair, attended by agricultural producers from six districts of the region: Aiyrtau, Taiynshin, Shal Akyn, Akkayin, Kyzylzhar, and M. Zhumabayev districts.The following product range was on display at the fair: 4 beef carcasses, 1 pork carcass, 13 lamb carcasses, 378 kg of poultry, 2,052 kg of dairy products, 160 kg of honey, 437 kg of potatoes, 100 kg of carrots and beets, 55 kg of cabbage, 25 kg of onions, 90 kg of fish, and 4,010 eggs.A total of 4,847 kg of produce were sold at the fair, valued at 7.7 million tenge.Since the beginning of this year, 15 agricultural fairs have been held in Petropavlovsk markets. Total sales since the beginning of the year amounted to 36.3 million tenge.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1159452?lang=kk

Since the beginning of the year, approximately 600 weekend agricultural fairs have been held across the country. Today, traditional agricultural fairs were held in all regions of Kazakhstan, featuring products from regional stabilization funds.For example, in the city of Aktau, the stabilization fund supplied 2 tons of potatoes, 1 ton each of carrots, onions, and cabbage, 1 ton of beef, 1,000 liters of vegetable oil, 500 kg of table salt, 1.5 tons of rice, and 700 kg of pasta, which were sold to the public.At the fair in the Atyrau region, the stabilization fund supplied 1.2 tons of vegetables, 1 ton of beef, 0.6 tons of dairy products, and 0.4 tons of poultry.Residents of the Ulytau region received 400 eggs, 1 ton of beef, 20 kg of pasta, 20 kg of buckwheat, and 50 kg of flour from the stabilization fund.Products from the stabilization fund of the Baikonur social-entrepreneurial corporation were sold at a fair in Kyzylorda. Prices were as follows: potatoes for 160 tenge, onions for 126 tenge, carrots for 135 tenge, cabbage for 130 tenge, rice for 230 tenge, flour for 140 tenge, and beef for 2,500 tenge per kilogram.In addition to products from the stabilization funds, about a thousand domestic producers and entrepreneurs participated in the fairs. A wide range of goods was offered to the public. For example, in the North Kazakhstan region, local entrepreneurs presented 25 types of products and sold 4,847 kg of goods worth a total of 7.7 million tenge. In Ust-Kamenogorsk, entrepreneurs offered 15 tons of products, primarily meat, honey, and dairy products.The agricultural fair in Astana was attended not only by local farmers but also by agricultural producers from the Abay, Pavlodar, Karaganda, and Akmola regions. There is high demand for beef in the capital. Meat products were sold at the following prices: beef 3,300-3,500 tenge per kg, horse meat 3,000-3,300 tenge per kg, and lamb 3,500 tenge per kg.Overall, approximately 60 tons of groceries, 50 tons of vegetables, and 50 tons of meat products were sold at the fairs. Fruits and vegetables, meat, flour, dairy products, natural juices, preserves, jams, and other goods were also offered to the public at below-market prices.In accordance with the Government's instructions, the practice of reserving stabilization fund products for fairs will continue in the country's regions next week.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1159468?lang=kk

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At the event, entrepreneurs and farms from the region presented meat and dairy products totaling approximately 20 tons. Socially significant food products from the Ulytau region's stabilization fund were also sold. These included 400 eggs, 1 ton of meat, 20 kg of pasta, 20 kg of buckwheat, and 50 kg of flour.Over 70 entrepreneurs participated in the fair, offering a wide range of their products.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1159202?lang=kk

An agricultural fair was held in Aktau at the Wholesale Market. Ninety-seven entrepreneurs participated in the event, offering a wide range of food products to residents. Two tons of potatoes were sold at the fair from the stabilization fund.The main prices for the products on display at the fair were: potatoes - 195-210 tenge/kg, carrots - 190 tenge/kg, onions - 150 tenge/kg, cabbage - 190 tenge/kg, buckwheat - 300 tenge/kg, rice - 350 tenge/kg, sugar - 425 tenge/kg, vegetable oil - 930 tenge/l, table salt - 110 tenge, eggs - 500-550 tenge (10 eggs), and beef - 3500-3700 tenge/kg.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1159204?lang=kk