On July 13 of the current year at 3:00 p.m., at the initiative of the Department of the Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Civil Service Affairs in the West Kazakhstan Region, an online State Services Fair was held by the State Institution "Office of the Akim of the Pokatilovsky Rural District."The event was organized as a live broadcast on the official Facebook page of the rural district akimat. During the live stream, residents were provided with information about the state services delivered by the akimat, the procedures for obtaining them, the required documents, and the available options for receiving services electronically. Participants also had the opportunity to ask questions online and receive answers from the responsible specialists.The main objective of the event was to improve public awareness of state services, increase their accessibility, and promote the use of electronic government services.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/bko-terekty/press/news/details/1260812?lang=ru

The digital transformation of public services continues to change the approach to serving citizens and entrepreneurs. Currently, obtaining public services in the PSC has become not only faster, but also much more accessible for residents of the regions. The main focus is on reducing the time required to receive services, developing electronic channels and expanding the possibilities of self-service areas.In the region, in the first half of 2026, a total of about 176,000 applications were accepted through front offices and 222,000 public service results were issued. Along with this, the use of digital services demonstrates a positive trend. This is most noticeable in self-service areas. The number of services received by citizens on their own has reached more than 441 thousand, which is 259 thousand more services compared to the same period last year. The growth rate was 143%.This result indicates that residents of the region are increasingly using digital tools and self-service services, receiving public services without the help of operators.Registration of property and vehicles, issuance of passports and identity cards to citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as business services remain among the most in-demand services.In the period from January to June 2026, 305 services were provided in Kostanay region for the state registration of legal entities, of which about 280 were provided online. Thus, about 90% of services are received through electronic channels. This indicates that entrepreneurs are increasingly choosing a remote format for receiving public services.The development of digital services is especially important for entrepreneurs operating in remote areas. Thanks to the electronic format, there is no need for multiple trips to the regional center to submit documents, which reduces time and transportation costs. In addition, it contributes to a more expeditious passage of administrative procedures by small and medium-sized businesses.The introduction of digital solutions contributes not only to increasing the availability of public services, but also to improving their quality and efficiency. This is confirmed by the fact that the share of quality public services provided during the specified period was 99%.In general, statistics for the first half of the year show that electronic public services are becoming more accessible and in demand among residents of the region, and the digital format makes obtaining public services much more convenient for citizens and businesses.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-mendykarin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1260827?lang=ru

The Abai Region branch of the State Corporation “Government for Citizens” NJSC reports that free digital literacy training sessions continue to be held at Public Service Center (PSC) No. 2 in the city of Semey. The training is organized within the framework of the Year of Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence and is aimed at improving public access to government services for every citizen.Since March of this year, more than 100 people have completed the training, the majority of whom are senior citizens.During the sessions, PSC specialists help participants gain a better understanding of the e-Government Portal and mobile applications used to obtain public services online, as well as learn to independently use other popular digital tools.“Improving the digital literacy of the population is one of our key priorities. It is especially important that these classes help older people confidently use electronic public services. We strive to make digital services simple, understandable, and accessible to every resident of the region,” said Zhibek Zhadrina, Director of the Abai Region Branch of the State Corporation Government for Citizens NJSC.Residents wishing to acquire new knowledge and practical skills in using digital services are welcome to attend the free training sessions every Wednesday and Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Public Service Center No. 2, located at 22 B. Momyshuly Street, Semey.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay-kurchatov/press/news/details/1260832?lang=ru

On 19 July, the 48th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee opened in Busan, Republic of Korea. The session will run until 29 July.The official opening ceremony was attended by the President of the Republic of Korea, Lee Jae-myung, and the Director-General of UNESCO, Khaled El-Enany.The event has brought together approximately 3,000 participants from the 196 States Parties to the UNESCO Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage, as well as representatives of international organizations and the expert community.During the session, the World Heritage Committee will examine 30 new nominations for inscription on the World Heritage List, along with 147 State of Conservation reports on properties already inscribed on the List.The delegation of Kazakhstan is actively participating in the session in its capacity as a member of the World Heritage Committee.The Committee is also expected to examine Kazakhstan's nomination, "The Rock Mosques of Mangystau and Associated Sacred Sites".It is worth recalling that, during the meeting of the National Kurultai held in Atyrau, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev instructed the Government to initiate the process of nominating the unique underground mosques of Mangystau for inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage List.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1260833?lang=ru

Today, the akim of the region, Murat Ergeshbayev, received the founder of Kazstroypodryad LLP, Chairman of the Turkish-Kazakhstan Entrepreneurs Association "TUKİB," Atalay Hikmet.The parties discussed the project for the construction of a modern shopping and entertainment center in the regional center and considered issues of joint implementation of further plans."I express my gratitude to you for specially arriving in the Kyzylorda region last week and familiarizing yourself with the investment potential of the region. At that time, we comprehensively discussed the plan for the construction of a modern shopping and entertainment center.As we all know, Kazstroypodryad is a unique company recognized internationally, successfully implementing complex construction projects. We believe that your extensive experience will allow the construction of a modern shopping and entertainment complex in the city of Kyzylorda.The regional akimat is ready to provide comprehensive support in the allocation of a land plot, provision of the necessary engineering infrastructure, and coordination procedures with government agencies",- said the head of the region.A. Hikmet noted the creation of favorable conditions for the implementation of investment projects in the region and expressed gratitude for the support.It should be noted that Kazstroypodryad LLP is a domestic construction company founded in 2005. Its main activity is the development of the modern construction industry, the formation of high and reliable quality standards. During this time, the company has built shopping and entertainment centers, office buildings, modern residential complexes, hotels, educational institutions, sports complexes, and various steel structure facilities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1260799?lang=ru

President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has sent a letter of congratulations to His Majesty King Felipe VI on the historic victory of the Spanish national team at the FIFA World Cup 2026.The Head of State highlighted the extraordinary team spirit, perseverance and excellence demonstrated by the Spanish players and conveyed his sincerest congratulations to His Majesty and to the entire Spanish people.The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Spain wholeheartedly joins these congratulations and celebrates this great sporting triumph together with the friendly people of Spain.Congratulations, Spain! Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-madrid/press/news/details/1260780?lang=ru

In the period from July 20 to July 29 of this year, the Kazakhstan Agency of International Development "KazAID", in cooperation with the State Institution "Project Implementation Unit for Digital Foundations of Tajikistan" under the Executive Office of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan and supported by "National Information Technologies" JSC, is conducting a training on the topic "Foundations of Digital Transformation in Public Administration".15 civil servants of the Republic of Tajikistan are taking part in the training. During the course, specialists from Kazakhstan will share domestic experience in the field of public administration digitalization.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazaid/press/news/details/1260788?lang=ru

A festive concert program titled *" ӘН ТЕРБЕГЕН ТЕРЕКТІМ "* was held, bringing joy and a celebratory atmosphere to local residents and guests. The primary objective of the event was to promote friendship and solidarity among neighboring communities, as well as to preserve and promote the national arts and cultural heritage.The *" ӘН ТЕРБЕГЕН ТЕРЕКТІМ "* concert, dedicated to celebrating art and spiritual values, became a memorable cultural event, leaving a lasting impression on the audience. The program once again highlighted the importance of love for one's homeland, unity, friendship, and mutual respect, reaffirming these values as an essential part of the nation's cultural identity.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/bko-terekty/press/news/details/1260789?lang=ru

The state service "Carrying out offsets and refunds of taxes, payments to the budget, penalties, fines" is provided by the state revenue authorities free of charge. There are three ways to apply for a set-off or refund::- through the Government for Citizens State Corporation (PSC);- on the e-government portal egov.kz ;- through the Taxpayer's Account web application.It's important to know. The application must be submitted to the state revenue authority at the place where your personal account is maintained. If a personal account is not maintained for a specific payment, then you need to contact the place of actual payment.What exactly can be refunded or set off?- an overpaid amount is a positive difference between the amount of tax (payment, penalty) actually paid and the amount accrued;- the amount mistakenly paid is the funds that you made an error in the details when transferring (you incorrectly specified the budget classification code (BCC), the code of the state revenue authority (OGD), or your data).What documents are required?The full list of documents is strictly regulated by Appendix 22 to the "Rules for Maintaining Personal Accounts" (approved by Order of the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 306 dated February 27, 2018).Pay attention. If the obligation to calculate the payment amounts is assigned to another government agency, you must attach a supporting document from that authority to your application (it will serve as the basis for the refund).Terms, restrictions, and conditions of withdrawalThe service delivery period is only 5 working days from the date of application. The result of the service is the transfer of money to your bank account or redirection (offset) on the right KBK/OGD.An overpaid amount of tax, payment, or penalty is not subject to offset and refund if the statutory limitation period has expired.If there is no information about the overpaid amount in the information system of the state revenue authorities, an official refusal to set off or refund is sent to the recipient.Thanks to digitalization and integration of information systems, the process of refunding and offsetting payments is now fully transparent, understandable and accessible to every taxpayer online.Department of Explanatory Work and Contact CenterState Duma of the Pavlodar regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1260770?lang=ru

ECO QUESTAn environmental competition among the members of the "Zhasyl El" youth labor brigades has kicked off at the central sports ground.The teams were divided into groups and began the first stage of the competition — the Eco Marathon. In addition, participants will compete in the Eco Relay and an Eco Quiz.At the end of the competition, the best teams will be selected and awarded.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/bko-terekty/press/news/details/1260775?lang=ru

A recent report by Qazaqstan TV highlighted the operations of Astana's gold refinery, one of Kazakhstan's leading precious metals processing facilities.The refinery produces gold bars for the National Bank of Kazakhstan. The report showcased the entire production process – from receiving gold-bearing raw materials to refining, smelting, and manufacturing finished gold bars.Using advanced refining technologies, the precious metal is purified to an exceptionally high level before being cast into gold bars that meet international standards. The refinery has an annual production capacity of up to 57 tonnes of gold bars.Astana continues to strengthen its position as a city with a strong industrial base, home to modern high-tech manufacturing facilities that play a significant role in the dynamic development of Kazakhstan's industrial sector. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana-uir/press/news/details/1260746?lang=ru

A press tour for media representatives was held at Industrial Park No. 1 in Astana, where journalists visited two modern manufacturing facilities — the Tau-Ken Altyn Gold Refinery and the TAZAU Wastewater Treatment Systems Plant.According to the organizers, the tour aimed to showcase the achievements of Kazakhstan's industrial enterprises, promote innovative technologies, and strengthen cooperation between the business community and the media.During the visit to the Tau-Ken Altyn Gold Refinery, Technical Director Zekail Tyulyubayev presented the company's operations. Established in 2013 as part of Tau-Ken Samruk National Mining Company JSC, the refinery provides a complete gold refining cycle—from processing gold-bearing raw materials to producing investment-grade gold bars and granules that meet international quality standards.He noted that the refinery employs 80 highly qualified specialists and is equipped with state-of-the-art production technologies. In 2025, the plant produced 56 tonnes of refined gold and 6 tonnes of refined silver.The second stop of the tour was the TAZAU Wastewater Treatment Systems Plant, which officially opened on Astana Day. General Director Andrey Belyayev stated that the company expects to reach full production capacity by the end of the year.The enterprise specializes in the production of modular wastewater treatment systems, including local wastewater treatment facilities, sewage treatment plants, and pumping stations. To date, the company has completed approximately 1,000 projects across Kazakhstan.A distinctive feature of the plant is the use of polypropylene in the production of its modular treatment systems. According to the company's specialists, this material significantly outperforms conventional reinforced concrete in terms of durability and moisture resistance.More: https://www.vechastana.kz/news/promyslennaia-evoliuciia   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana-uir/press/news/details/1260747?lang=ru

Goods and accompanying documents that are not subject to administrative or criminal offenses or are indeed subject to such offenses but have not been seized or impounded during the verification of a criminal offense report shall be detained by the customs authorities during the course of proceedings on a criminal case or an administrative offense case.The detention of goods and their corresponding documentation is formalized by executing an official protocol of detention. The detained goods and documents are seized and stored by the customs authorities for thirty calendar days, while goods which are subject to rapid deterioration are stored for a maximum of twenty-four hours.For their storage, the detained goods are placed in temporary storage warehouses or other specialized facilities designated by the customs authority that are appropriately equipped for storing such commodities. When goods are detained by the customs authorities, the storage costs incurred shall be reimbursed by the persons to whom the goods are ultimately released. The costs associated with the storage, transportation, and transshipment (loading and unloading) of unclaimed detained goods are reimbursed using the proceeds generated from the liquidation and sale of these goods. The procedure for the reimbursement of expenses related to the storage of detained goods is established by the authorized body.Amounts received from the sale of detained goods, calculated taking into account deductions, first of all, amounts of import customs duties and taxes calculated on the day of the detention of these goods, which would be payable if the detained goods were placed under the customs procedure for release for domestic consumption, secondly, expenses related to movement (transportation), transshipment (loading, unloading), storage and sale of detained goods are returned to the declarants, and if the goods have not been declared, to the owners of the goods if the customs authority has information on them and provided that these persons contact the customs authorities within three years from the day following the day of receipt of money from the sale of such goods. The customs authorities are required to notify the aforementioned persons of the availability of any refundable balances resulting from the sale of the goods.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1260751?lang=ru

A meeting was held at the Astana Invest front office between Nurzhan Ashimov, Deputy Head of the Astana City Department of Investments and Entrepreneurship Development, and representatives of several Chinese companies implementing projects in the fields of finance, energy, oil and gas, and industrial infrastructure.The Chinese delegation included representatives of:Fengde Capital – a Hong Kong-based investment company specializing in cross-border commodity trade financing, energy infrastructure investments, and support for major infrastructure projects;Copower Enterprise Group – an international energy group with nearly 30 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, providing exploration, production, and engineering services for oil and gas fields;Asia Energy International Engineering (AEIE) – an engineering company engaged in the construction of thermal, hydropower, wind, solar, and biomass energy facilities, as well as the supply of energy equipment;Mark Wong & Associates (MWA) – a consulting firm with more than 40 years of experience supporting international infrastructure, energy, and investment projects;TOJOY Shared Group – an international entrepreneurship platform connecting more than six million entrepreneurs and supporting companies in expanding into international markets, attracting investment, and establishing business partnerships.During the meeting, the participants discussed Astana's investment potential, the government support measures available to investors, and opportunities for implementing joint projects in the fields of energy, industry, infrastructure, and foreign investment.At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides expressed their readiness to continue exploring promising areas of cooperation and to further develop potential joint initiatives.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana-uir/press/news/details/1260755?lang=ru

As part of a state social order funded by the Apparatus of the Akim of Kostanay, first aid training sessions are being conducted for the general public. E.B. Zhankulov, an emergency medical doctor, certified cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) trainer, and trauma specialist, has been brought in to lead the training.Today, a training session was held for employees of the akimat, the maslikhat, and the quasi-public sector. During the session, standard resuscitation techniques for various emergencies—such as drowning, stroke, cardiac arrest, and severe bleeding—were presented. At the end of the event, participants were given the opportunity to ask questions.The initiative will run from July to October, reaching major enterprises, organizations, and popular public recreation areas. In total, more than 40 training sessions are scheduled to take place.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1260757?lang=ru

Kazakhstan continues to increase its gold production capacity. The country's precious metals refinery in Astana has more than doubled its original design capacity and is now processing record volumes of gold-bearing raw materials, strengthening Kazakhstan's strategic gold reserves.As one of the country's most technologically advanced and highly secure industrial facilities, the refinery produces gold exclusively for the National Bank of Kazakhstan's gold and foreign exchange reserves. The gold refined here is not intended for the jewelry market. Instead, it serves as a strategic national asset that supports the country's financial stability.The refinery receives gold-bearing raw materials from more than 40 mines across Kazakhstan. Through a sophisticated refining process, the gold is purified to 99.99% purity, meeting the highest international standards.The production process begins in the smelting workshop, where Doré alloy—typically containing 50–70% gold, with the remainder consisting primarily of silver and other metals—is melted in furnaces operating at temperatures exceeding 1,000°C.According to Kozhan Muratbekov, Head of the Smelting and Casting Workshop, the installation of new electrolysis equipment has significantly increased the refinery's production capacity.https://kz.mir24.tv/news/16678266/zolotoj-fond.-kak-v-kazahstane-sozdayut-slitki-vysshej-proby  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana-uir/press/news/details/1260759?lang=ru

The refund of excess value added tax (VAT) is one of the key measures of government support for business in Kazakhstan. This mechanism allows taxpayers to reimburse tax amounts in a timely manner and return financial resources to circulation.According to the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the excess of VAT is recognized as a positive difference between the amount of tax deductible and the amount of accrued tax that has accumulated according to the declaration at the end of the reporting tax period.Who is eligible for a VAT refund?The legislation defines certain categories of taxpayers who are entitled to compensation:- taxpayers who sell goods, perform work and provide services subject to a zero VAT rate;-taxpayers who carry out activities under contracts for subsurface use (with the exception of contracts for exploration and (or) extraction of common minerals, groundwater and therapeutic mud);-taxpayers who purchase goods, works and services for the construction of industrial buildings and structures under long-term contracts, which are being put into operation for the first time in the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan.In what cases is the refund not made?The legislation sets clear restrictions. Refunds are not made for tax amounts:- offset against invoices issued by procurement organizations in the field of the agro-industrial complex;- offset for goods, works and services related to minerals transferred to meet tax obligations in kind;- those that have developed over tax periods in which the taxpayer has included an additional amount of tax in the offset.Procedure and grounds for refundIn order to claim a refund of the excess VAT amount, the taxpayer must indicate it in the next tax return. This can be done within the limitation period.Foundation documents- notification of the amount of excess VAT, confirmed for refund in a simplified manner;- the act of tax audit, taking into account the results of the appeal;- conclusion to the tax audit report.After confirming the amount, the taxpayer submits an application to the tax authority at his location, on the basis of which the funds are transferred.Thus, the refund of excess VAT is an important tool for the financial stability of enterprises. Knowing the terms and procedure of the refund allows taxpayers to exercise their right to a tax refund in a timely manner and avoid mistakes when completing the relevant documents.Department of Explanatory Work and Contact CenterState Duma of the Pavlodar region Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1260760?lang=ru

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  The monitoring of prices and availability of socially significant food products was carried out.During the monitoring, 31 socially significant food products were tested and reviewed for compliance with current requirements.️ ️ The press service of the akim's office of Bayanda village.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-munaily-bayandy/press/news/details/1260713?lang=ru

The State Revenue Department of East Kazakhstan Region continuously conducts systematic monitoring to ensure compliance with the customs legislation of the Eurasian Economic Union and the Republic of Kazakhstan regarding goods and vehicles transported across the customs border. During one of these ongoing enforcement operations, the department's staff suppressed another instance of illegal fuel and lubricant exportation.The violations were recorded at the Maykapchagai customs post during the customs inspection and screening of empty cargo trucks traveling from the Republic of Kazakhstan to the People's Republic of China.On July 10, 2026, during a joint inspection of four heavy-duty vehicles operated by Chinese citizens, custom officers discovered non-factory-installed, specially equipped auxiliary tanks designed for the concealed transportation of fuel. The total volume of illegally transported diesel fuel amounted to approximately 2,640 liters (exceeding 2 metric tons).This export attempt did not qualify under any statutory exemption criteria (as the fuel did not constitute humanitarian aid, certified research samples for scientific purposes, or fuel contained within standard factory-installed fuel tanks). Thus, the actions of the Chinese nationals exhibit signs of direct non-compliance with the established export ban, directly threatening the national and economic security interests of the Republic of Kazakhstan (pursuant to Articles 6 and 22 of the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On National Security of the Republic of Kazakhstan.")The Chinese citizens were held administratively liable under Part 7 of Article 590 of the Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan on Administrative Offences. An administrative fine in the amount of 32 437, 5 tenge was imposed on each offender.All case materials documenting the offense (including inspection reports, written statements, and photographic evidence) have been officially referred to the Department of Economic Investigation (DEI) of EKR for verification, registration, and the initiation of subsequent procedural decisions within their statutory competence.We remind the public that in order to protect the domestic market, Order of the Minister of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 175-н/қ dated April 30, 2026, "On certain issues of exporting petroleum products from the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan," introduced strict temporary export restrictions:From May 21, 2026, to November 21, 2026 (for a period of 6 months), a comprehensive ban is in effect on the export from the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan (including to EEU member states) by road of motor gasoline, diesel fuel, and specific types of petroleum products (under codes CN FEA EEU 2709 00, 2710, 2902, 3403, 3811, 3826 00), as well as the export of petroleum products by rail under (CN FEA EEU code 2710 12.) From July 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, the export of light distillates, aviation kerosene, diesel fuel, gas oils, toluene, xylene, and petroleum bitumen outside the customs territory of the EEU is prohibited.The State Revenue Department of East Kazakhstan Region warns all FEA participants of the strict necessity to comply with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan when crossing the customs border. Efforts to combat the illegal export of fuels and lubricants, protect the economic interests of the state, and ensure full transparency in the cross-border movement of goods will continue in an enhanced operational mode. Residents and guests of the region can promptly report any detected violations of customs or tax legislation to the State Revenue Department of East Kazakhstan Region:Address: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Permitin St., 27Phone: 8 (7232) 57-84-79Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1260706?lang=ru