Stadler Rail is building almost 600 carriages for night trains in Kazakhstan, which is increasingly attractive for Swiss companies.It’s shift change time at the Stadler Rail factory in Astana, Kazakhstan.A good 400 employees have recently been working here on almost 600 carriages for night trains. Kazakhstan wants to expand its railway infrastructure. The Thurgau-based railway manufacturer Stadler Rail is also helping with this. The order is worth over CHF2 billion ($2.5 billion).Phillip Brunner, head of Division Central Europe at Stadler Rail, rushes from meeting to meeting this evening. “We were able to take over the plant here and rebuild it accordingly,” he says.Brunner already has experience in setting up factories in post-Soviet countries. Among other things, he helped set up the plant in Belarus. Stadler had to abandon the factory due to the sanctions against the country. “Nevertheless, we were able to benefit from Minsk,” says Brunner. Dozens of employees have been taken on board; the plant manager here in Kazakhstan, for example, is a Belarusian. “I’ve been working with Vladimir for over 12 years now,” says Brunner.Swiss government wants to deepen relationsKazakhstan wants to diversify its economy, become less dependent on oil and gas, its main export, and promote tourism, for example. Swiss companies should also help in this endeavour. According to the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), Switzerland ranks third in terms of investment in the country. Around40 Swiss companies are active in the country. But more are to come.This is why Economics Minister Guy Parmelin travelled to the capital Astana for the Swiss-Kazakh Business Forum.“I am here today to deepen relations between our countries,” he said in front of the assembled Kazakh ministers, Swiss lobbyists and company bosses. It is important to Parmelin to hear directly from local companies about the problems they encounter. “That way we can see whether we can improve the conditions for Swiss companies.”Swiss interestSwiss company bosses are interested. Markus Menzi from the cable car company Bartholet is interested in infrastructure projects in the south of the country. “Kazakhstan is a future market for us. There are interesting tourist areas and there is also potential for our products in urban transport,” he says.The Swiss pharmaceutical giant Roche is also active in the country. Recently, medicines produced in Switzerland have been packaged in Kazakhstan. It was forced to do so: the country demands that a certain amount of added value is created locally.Kazakhstan is currently moving into the focus of Western investors, says economist Kassymkhan Kapparov. Kazakhstan borders Russia to the north and China to the south-east.The sanctions against Russia are making the transport of goods via Kazakhstan more attractive. However, at the beginning of the war in Ukraine, it was precisely these exports that were suspected of circumventing the sanctions.“Kazakhstan’s biggest trading partners are the US and the EU. The government will not take the risk of becoming the focus of Western sanctions,” says Kapparov. “Because sanctions could paralyse the economy.”Is Stadler facing the same threat as in Belarus?Together with Parmelin, Stadler Rail boss Peter Spuhler also visited the factory in the north of the country. When asked whether the factory in Kazakhstan is not threatened with a similar fate to the factory in Belarus, Spuhler said: “As an entrepreneur, you have to take calculated risks.”However, he believed that the situation in Kazakhstan is different to that in Belarus: “Of course, the geopolitical situation has changed in recent years. But we have a stable situation in Kazakhstan.”Stadler Rail’s first night trains will soon be running on the 14-hour route to the old capital Almaty.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-geneva/press/news/details/1137669?lang=kk

QUESTION 1. I want to sell an apartment in 2026 that I purchased in 2025 in connection with the expansion, the sale will be exactly one year later, will there be any tax liability? Answer. In the case of the sale of real estate that was purchased and registered in 2025 and is sold a year or more after the date of state registration, there is no income from the increase in value, the changes affected real estate properties that are registered after January 1, 2026, therefore, when registering ownership rights made after January 1, 2026, the ownership period of two years is taken into account. QUESTION 2. In the Government Decree on the types of activities for which the application of a special tax regime based on a simplified declaration is prohibited, our OKED is missing, does this mean that we will be able to work on a simplified declaration? Answer. A special tax regime based on a simplified declaration may be applied by individual entrepreneurs and legal entities-residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan engaged in activities not included in the List of activities defined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated November 14, 2025 No. 970 "List of activities for which the application of a special tax regime based on a simplified declaration is prohibited."Thus, in the absence of your type of activity in the above-mentioned Government decree, as well as in compliance with the conditions for applying a special tax regime based on a simplified declaration, you have the right to apply this tax regime. QUESTION 3. What is the threshold for mandatory VAT registration in 2026? Answer. The maximum turnover threshold for registration for value added tax is 10,000 times the monthly calculation index (4325 x 10,000 = 43 250,000 tenge).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-mangistau/press/news/details/1137679?lang=kk

The Department of the Penal Enforcement System for the city of Astana announces recruitment for vacant positions.The Department of the Penal Enforcement System (DPES) is a territorial subdivision of the Committee of the Penal Enforcement System of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The Department carries out activities aimed at ensuring legality and law and order, enforcing criminal sentences, safeguarding the rights and legitimate interests of convicted persons, as well as their resocialization and reintegration into society.Service in the bodies of the Penal Enforcement System is a responsible form of public service that requires a high level of discipline, professionalism, and civic responsibility. Employment in the DPES offers stability, social guarantees, and opportunities for professional development.List of vacant positions:Probation Service Inspector;Controller of the Regime and Security Department of Institution No. 64;Controller of the Controller Service Department of Institution No. 3;Controller of the Informatization and Communications Group of the Regime Department of Institution No. 2;Inspector of the Financial Support Unit of the Department of the Penal Enforcement System for the city of Astana.Candidates are provided with social guarantees and benefits in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.For all inquiries, please contact:📞 +7 (7172) 27-33-90https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFNxVLOsDGF/?igsh=dTZpamlqbGxycHN1https://www.instagram.com/p/DCRrwhFMm6w/?igsh=MXI4cHZwaHQwOHNqZg==Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/duisastana/press/news/details/1137670?lang=kk

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Shymkent tourism is a strategic driver of the city's economic development In 2025, Shymkent's tourism industry has fully consolidated its status as one of the main drivers of the city's socio-economic development. The increase in tourist flows, investment activity, expansion of international ties, and the introduction of digital solutions are shaping the city's stable image as a modern tourist and business center. Growth of tourist flow and development of hotel infrastructure According to the results of 11 months of 2025, more than 406 thousand tourists visited the city of Shymkent. The majority of tourists are domestic tourists, while inbound tourism is also showing steady growth. There are 159 hotels and accommodation facilities operating in the city, with a total of more than 4 thousand rooms. The volume of services provided by accommodation facilities exceeded 10 billion tenge, which indicates the high load of hotels and the development of related services. Investments and new tourism formats In the next two years, 12 new hotels are planned to open in Shymkent, including the international Hilton brand. Projects aimed at ecological and family recreation are being implemented, including glamping on the Badam reservoir. In addition, special attention is paid to the development of sacred tourism: the territory of the main mausoleums is being landscaped, and a number of historical and cultural sites are planned to be restored. Routes, service and safety The city operates 17 tourist routes, including cultural, sacral, environmental, business and industrial destinations. The formats "Shymkent 24 hours", "Shymkent 72 hours", as well as the international route Turkestan - Tashkent - Aksu-Zhabagly - Shymkent are in particular demand. 24 tour operators and 120 travel agencies serve the tourist market. In order to improve the quality of service and safety, certification of tourist facilities has been introduced and smart sanitary zones have been established. The city has a tourist police force of 25 employees, and SOS emergency buttons have been installed in public places. Transport accessibility and air transport In December 2024, a new terminal at Shymkent Airport was put into operation, significantly increasing its capacity. Today, the city is connected by direct flights to 8 cities in 6 countries. These include Xi'an, Shanghai, Urumqi in China, Munich in Germany, Budapest in Hungary, as well as Cairo, Seoul and Baku. This has strengthened Shymkent's role as an important transport hub in southern Kazakhstan. Event and gastronomic tourism In 2025, event tourism developed rapidly in the city. The gastronomic festival "DamDasTour", Street Food Fest, international blog tours, kite festival and Drone Show with the participation of 500 drones were held. About 50 thousand spectators gathered at these events. The national holiday of Nauryz and the cuisine of the southern region have become the city's tourist brand. Digitization and tourist navigation Modern digital tools for tourism promotion are being introduced in Shymkent. The Visit-shymkent.com tourist portal is operational, 3D routes have been developed, and key facilities have been digitized. QR codes have been installed at the airport, railway station, and bus stations. A calendar of tourist events for 2025 has been prepared in three languages and is being widely promoted on online platforms. Tourist information center kiosks have been opened in the cities of Turkestan, Almaty, Burabay, Ust-Kamenogorsk, and Samarkand. International cooperation and diplomacy Since the beginning of 2025, 32 international diplomatic meetings have been held. A roadmap for cooperation for 2025–2028 was signed between the Shymkent city administration and the Embassy of the Republic of France in Kazakhstan. Shymkent Days were organized in Paris, and ambassadors of European Union countries visited the city. Sisterhood relations were established with the Bulgarian city of Plovdiv, Honorary Consulates of Kyrgyzstan and France were opened, and memorandums were signed with companies from China, South Korea, Germany, and Hungary. Comprehensive infrastructure development, international promotion, digitalization, and event activity are shaping a stable tourist image of Shymkent. Tourism is becoming not only an important sector of the city's economy, but also an effective tool for integrating the metropolis into the international space, increasing its investment and cultural attractiveness.

The penal enforcement system plays an important role in ensuring the rule of law, law enforcement and enforcement of court decisions. On this professional holiday, employees are thanked for their conscientious performance of official duties, high level of responsibility and dedication. We wish you good health, stability, professional success and well-being.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/duis-uralsk/press/news/details/1137628?lang=kk

The new facility is aimed at ensuring the safety of the rural population and strengthening the fire protection system and fire-fighting infrastructure in rural settlements.The event was attended by the Minister of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Lieutenant General Shyngys Sairanovich Arinov, and the Akim of the East Kazakhstan Region, Nurymbet Amanovich Saktaganov. In their speeches, they emphasized the importance of this facility in improving the level of safety in rural areas and congratulated the residents of the village on this significant occasion.By the Order of the Minister of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan, a number of citizens were awarded the jubilee medal “30 Years of the Ministry of Emergency Situations” and Letters of Appreciation of the Ministry for their contribution to the development of the civil protection system. In addition, for personal contribution to ensuring public safety and active participation in the implementation of measures aimed at preventing emergency situations, several employees of District Fire Station No. 26 were awarded Letters of Appreciation from the Akim of the East Kazakhstan Region, N. A. Saktaganov.The Head of the Emergency Situations Department of the Ülken Naryn district, Lieutenant Colonel of Civil Protection Abylkairov D. T., was ceremonially presented with the keys to specialized fire-fighting equipment.The fire station is fully equipped with modern machinery and all necessary equipment, which will significantly improve the quality and efficiency of emergency response operations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-ulken-naryn/press/news/details/1137615?lang=kk

Lisbon, January 6, 2026 - Kazakhstan's Ambassador to Portugal, Jean Galiev, met with José Cezário, Chairman of the Foreign Affairs and Portuguese Communities Abroad Committee of the Assembly of the Republic.The diplomat briefed his interlocutor on the process of modernization reforms being implemented at the initiative of Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The most promising areas of cooperation between Kazakhstan and Portugal were discussed in a constructive manner, namely in the fields of agriculture and agro-industry, tourism and sports, transport and logistics, digital technologies and artificial intelligence, water resources, education, etc.The Ambassador assured the Kazakh side of its readiness to intensify interparliamentary dialogue.In turn, the Portuguese deputy, expressing interest in the transformations in Kazakhstan, spoke in favor of bringing the peoples of the two countries closer together, including through cultural and humanitarian exchanges.At the end of the conversation, the parties agreed to promote the expansion of mutually beneficial cooperation between the two countries, relying on parliamentary diplomacy.José Cezário expressed his readiness to visit Kazakhstan in the foreseeable future at the head of a group of deputies of the Assembly of the Republic of Portugal.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-lisbon/press/news/details/1137617?lang=kk

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The preliminary amount of tax deductions Individuals have the right to apply a preliminary amount of other tax deductions when calculating the personal income tax for 2025. The specified amount represents the planned expenses for medical services, education, and payment of mortgage loan fees.The maximum amount of tax deduction is 282 MCI, which is equivalent to 1,219,650 tenge (according to the amount of MCI set for 2026, 4325 tenge). To apply for a deduction, you must submit an application to the tax agent (employer). At the same time, an individual who has used the preliminary amount of tax deductions is required to submit a declaration of income and property (form 270.00) for 2025 no later than September 15, 2026, accompanied by supporting documents.Tax deduction for large families For large families, a tax deduction of 282 MCI is provided. The right to apply the deduction arises if, as of January 1, 2025, there are four or more children under the age of 18. The amount of the deduction can be distributed between the parents as follows: - 11.75 MCI (50,794 tenge) per month for each parent; - or 23.5 MCI (101,488 tenge) per month to one of the parents. The deduction can be applied both by the tax agent and independently when filing income and property declarations.Exemption from the IPN of lump-sum pension payments Starting from January 1, 2026, lump-sum pension payments made from the specified date are exempt from the taxation of personal income tax. In addition, the exemption applies to payments made before January 1, 2026, for which the procedure for paying the IIT in equal installments over a period of up to 16 years is chosen.The period of ownership of property for determining property income Since January 1, 2026, property income from the sale of real estate objects arises for a period of ownership of more than two years. With respect to property acquired before January 1, 2026 and sold after that date, the same procedure applies – property income arises for a period of ownership of more than one year. Individuals who have received property income are required to submit a declaration (form 270.00) by September 15 of the year following the year of income, and to pay the personal income tax by September 25.Property income from the sale of securities The income from the increase in the value of securities is determined for each disposal operation, followed by the summation of positive and negative results. In case of a positive final result, there is a property income that is subject to taxation. In case of a zero or negative result, property income is not recognized. In this case, the securities are written off in chronological order by the date of their purchase, and the broker's remuneration is taken into account in the initial value of the securities, reducing taxable income. These regulations are aimed at increasing tax transparency and protecting taxpayers' rights.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1137587?lang=kk

On January 1, 2026, the Tax Code entered into force, which provides for the following special tax regimes:1. Self-employment insurance for the self-employed;2. SNR based on a simplified declaration;3. Agricultural land for peasant or farm enterprises (farms).In this regard, special tax regimes have been abolished since January 1, 2026.: - based on a simplified declaration (in the previous version); - using a fixed deduction; - retail tax. In the event that taxpayers who applied the specified special tax regimes in 2025 decide to terminate their activities (liquidation) in the period from January to February 2026./It should be taken into account that since January 1, 2026, these regimes have not been applied, and the relevant tax reporting forms (TNFs) are not available. In this regard, taxpayers who have decided to terminate their activities between January 1 and February 28, 2026, must perform the following actions.1. Submit tax reports Submit a "Regular" tax return - for the 4th quarter of 2025, or - for the 2nd half of 2025 (depending on the previously applied special tax regime). 2. Submission of a notification on the applicable tax regime Submit a notification on the applicable taxation regime with a note in the 2nd section: - on the transition: "A to the Tax Code on the basis of a simplified declaration" or "C to the generally established procedure". - for the reason: "A voluntary decision-making." The start date of the selected mode will be January 1, 2026. 3. Implementation of the termination procedure After submitting the notification, you must: - submit a tax application for termination of business; - submit liquidation tax reports: - for the first half of 2026 – when applying the SNR on the basis of a simplified declaration (UD) (form 910.00) or - for the 1st quarter of 2026 (or for 2026) – when applying the generally established procedure; - if necessary, submit other documents required by law for termination of activities.Important In the absence of a timely notification of the applicable taxation regime, a tax application for termination of business will not be accepted. In this case, the system will generate the following message: "To terminate your business, you need to submit a notice of the applicable tax regime with a note in the 2nd section." on the basis of a simplified declaration ” or “With. according to the generally established procedure ” for the reason “ of A. voluntary decision-making.” After that, you have the right to terminate your activities."   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1137589?lang=kk

Toktarkhanov Yerzhan Kalimbekovich, Head of the Department 01/14/2026, 10.30 a.m.-11.30 a.m. 01/28/2026, 10.30 a.m.-11.30 a.m. 02/11/2026, 10.30 a.m.-11.30 a.m. 02/25/2026, 10.30 a.m.-11.30 a.m. 03/11/2026, 10.30 a.m.-11.30 a.m. Pavlodar, 80 Generala Dyusenova St., Reception Center for citizens, 1st floor 8 (7182) 32-13-59Akhmetbekov Kanat Muratovich, Deputy Head of the Department Friday, 15.00-17.00 , Pavlodar, Astana str., 57, office 600 8 (7182) 53-59-00Beisenov Marat Zhumazhanovich, Deputy Head of the Department Thursday, 15.00-17.00 , Pavlodar, Astana str., 57, office 600 8 (7182) 53-59-00Minaimbekov Rysbek Minaimbekovich, Deputy Head of the Department Wednesday, 15.00-17.00 hours Pavlodar, Astana str., 57, office 310 8 (7182) 32-07-98Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1137590?lang=kk

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A meeting was held at the Ministry of Finance of Israel between the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Israel, Daulet Yemberdiyev, and the Co-chair of the Kazakhstan–Israel Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation, Minister Zeev Elkin.During the conversation, the parties held a substantive exchange of views on the current agenda of bilateral cooperation between the two countries, taking into account the planned mutual visits at the high and highest levels.Special attention was paid to the upcoming meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission, scheduled to take place in Israel in 2026, as well as to the expansion of the legal and regulatory framework for bilateral cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tel-aviv/press/news/details/1137598?lang=kk

If the reports are not submitted If no tax reporting has been submitted, the system will generate a report automatically with a zero tax amount, provided that the tax reporting forms that you are required to submit are specified in advance in your Personal Account.What measures are no longer applied? The penalties for failure to submit tax reports are no longer applied.: - notifications of non-submission of tax reports; - suspension of spending operations on bank accounts; - bringing to administrative responsibility under Article 272 of the Code of Administrative Offences of the Republic of Kazakhstan.It is important to know If the state revenue authorities identify turnover (income) that you have not reflected, administrative liability may be applied. If you have independently discovered undeclared income and submitted additional tax reports, penalties are not applied.Changes in the withdrawal of tax reports What has changed - The "Tax Reporting Review" service has been canceled; - After submitting the reports, corrections can only be made by submitting additional reports; - The code of the tax authority is now determined automatically at the place of your registration; - If necessary, you can change the code of the tax authority manually.Extension of tax reporting deadlines The extension (postponement) of tax reporting deadlines is no longer provided.It is important to know The Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan approved the order No. 695 dated November 12, 2025 "On approval of tax reporting forms with an explanation of their retention and Rules for their submission." The specified order contains: - tax reporting forms and explanations on their preparation; - rules for submitting tax reporting forms; - rules for the provision of public services "Receipt of tax reports", "Suspension, resumption of tax reporting".How long have the changes been in effect? The regulations will come into force on January 1, 2026.: - on the cancellation of the revocation of tax reporting; - the cancellation of the extension of the deadline for submitting tax reports. These rules also apply to situations that occurred before the specified date.Department of Explanatory Work and Contact Center State Duma of the Pavlodar regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1137582?lang=kk

On the initiative of the Main Command and the capital brigade of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, together with School-Lyceum No. 36 of Astana, a cultural and educational event was held to mark the 115th anniversary of the birth of Hero of the Soviet Union, Halyk Kaharmany Bauyrzhan Momyshuly.The event was attended by veterans of the law enforcement troops, representatives of associations of participants in local wars, public figures, as well as heads and teachers of educational centers.The ceremonial part began with the presentation of the State Flag of the Republic of Kazakhstan by the color guard of the Honor Guard Company of the National Guard. Accompanied by the Exemplary Demonstration Orchestra of the National Guard, participants performed the National Anthem.During the meeting, honored guests spoke to students about the life path of Bauyrzhan Momyshuly, his heroic destiny, and his significant contribution to the country’s history. In their speeches, educators emphasized the importance of the legendary hero’s legacy in fostering patriotism, discipline, and civic responsibility among the younger generation.The cultural program continued with concert performances by the creative ensemble of the Song and Dance Ensemble of the law enforcement troops.At the conclusion of the event, a memorandum of cooperation was signed between School-Lyceum No. 36 and military unit 5573, aimed at further developing military-patriotic education for youth.The signed memorandum will serve as a foundation for the implementation of joint educational and upbringing projects designed to cultivate patriotism, civic responsibility, and respect for the country’s heroic heritage among the younger generation. Press Service of the National GuardMinistry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/1137574?lang=kk

A new training period has started at the Main Command and military units of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Personnel have begun carrying out tasks aimed at strengthening the comprehensive training of servicemen.On the first day of training, a set of training and preventive activities was conducted at the Main Command, military units, and regional commands of the law enforcement troops. Special attention was paid to issues of service organization, discipline, and safety.Before the start of classes, servicemen of the Main Command observed a minute of silence in memory of the heroes of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan—Privates Aibat Amanov and Madiyar Kaisarov—who fulfilled their missions at the cost of their lives for the peace and well-being of the country’s citizens.As part of state and legal training, a session was conducted by the Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the National Guard for Educational and Social-Legal Work, Major General Kairat Umbetov. The topic of the lecture was “The President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, on the values and directions of the domestic policy of the Republic of Kazakhstan.”The training was held both in practical formats and through the study of educational topics covering key areas of the country’s socio-economic, political, and military-technical development.On the first training day, guardsmen also practiced combat training subjects. Comprehensive sessions were conducted on the maintenance of weapons and military equipment, first aid provision, and strict compliance with safety measures during the performance of tasks in fire and physical training, as well as during maintenance and logistics days.Combat training remains the foundation of the law enforcement troops’ daily activities. Today, units of the National Guard are entrusted with crucial tasks to ensure public security and law and order within the country.Last year, in the course of performing more than 3,300 patrol and guard service tasks, approximately 17,000 offenders were detained and delivered to internal affairs bodies, including more than 600 with signs of criminal offenses.It should be noted that the effective execution of service and combat missions is impossible without a high level of professional training, combat readiness, and military proficiency. In this regard, the new training period for each serviceman represents another stage in improving professional knowledge, practical skills, and service endurance.Throughout the year, servicemen of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan will practice standards in drill, tactical, and physical training, perform live-fire exercises, deepen their knowledge in professional-duty and state-legal training, and study the requirements of general military regulations.Maintaining a high level of combat readiness of the National Guard remains one of the state’s key tasks in ensuring public security. This is a vital condition for the country’s stable development, the successful implementation of ongoing reforms, and the peaceful, productive work of Kazakhstan’s citizens. Press Service of the National GuardMinistry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/1137571?lang=kk

The issue of winter maintenance of the urban area was considered at the staff meeting.This year, the cleaning of the city is carried out by 6 contractors (previously — 5). 392 units of specialized equipment are involved in the work. The number of snow polygons has been increased from 4 to 5, scales and an automated snow removal control system have been installed at all facilities.At the same time, the first heavy snowfall revealed shortcomings in the work of a number of contractors. In this regard, public utilities have been given specific instructions to strengthen cleaning, organize round-the-clock operation, establish cooperation with the police to clean parking lots on major highways, and ensure timely cleaning of roads and sidewalks.All serious violations of the terms of snow removal contracts are recorded on a special portal. If the comments are not eliminated within the established time frame, the issue of termination of contracts with unscrupulous organizations will be considered.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1137470?lang=kk

Today, a meeting was held in the conference hall of the district akimat under the chairmanship of District Akim Zhandos Yerkinbek, following the regional akim’s meeting.In line with the instructions of the Head of State, the meeting discussed issues related to the systematic organization of work in the fields of digitalization and artificial intelligence at the district level. It was also noted that 2026 has been declared the Year of Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence in the country. In this regard, Zhandos Yerkinbek stated:— The introduction of digitalization and artificial intelligence will improve the quality of services provided to citizens, save time and resources, enhance the knowledge of young people, and create new jobs in the information technology sector. Therefore, it is necessary to provide broad training for the population and carry out awareness-raising activities on the use of digitalization and artificial intelligence opportunities.Accordingly, relevant sector heads were instructed to consider the possibilities of opening educational and training centers in the field of digitalization and artificial intelligence at the district level, as well as to strengthen awareness-raising activities among young people.In addition, the meeting reviewed the results of the execution of the district budget for 2025. Currently, the district budget has been implemented by nearly 100 percent. To ensure the full completion of this work, responsible officials were instructed to strengthen oversight.Following the meeting, the district akim instructed that the timely and high-quality implementation of all assigned tasks be kept under strict control.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1137476?lang=kk