Starting October 1, 2026, Semey Public Service Center No. 2, located at 22 Bauyrzhan Momyshuly Street, will operate on a duty schedule.Previously, Public Service Center No. 2, located at 21 Kvartal 401, operated on a duty schedule. This PSC will now operate as usual.As a reminder, public service centers are open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. On-duty PSCs are open weekdays from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.Semey residents can pre-book a visit to the PSC using the "PSC" mobile app.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay-kurchatov/press/news/details/1302963?lang=ru

Today, Regional Akim Murat Ergeshbayev, City Akim Nurzhan Akhatov, and Chairman of the Regional Council of Veterans Serik Duisenbayev visited the Kyzylorda Special Social Services Center No. 1 to congratulate the elderly on the International Day of Older Persons, observed on October 1."For the Kazakh people, respect for elders and reverence for old age is a noble tradition passed down through the centuries. It represents an invaluable spiritual asset for the younger generation. Therefore, respecting our wise *aksakals* (elders) is a civic duty for each of us. Providing social support to the region's veterans is a top priority for me. We will continue to care for you. We remain committed to creating comfortable conditions and providing the necessary assistance. I wish you all good health and well-being!"- said Murat Nalkhozhauly.The regional head toured an exhibition set up in a yurt outside the center, which showcased traditional-style handicrafts made by the facility's residents themselves.Currently, there are approximately 90,000 elderly people living in the region, with over 2,000 receiving special social services. This year, 843.8 million tenge was allocated to the Kyzylorda Special Social Services Center No. 1.The center is equipped to meet modern standards, offering a favorable environment for the health improvement and rehabilitation of service recipients. Efforts to upgrade the facility's infrastructure and equipment will continue.In addition, special social services for pensioners are provided at a 150-bed rehabilitation center in the village of Talsuat and at a 50-capacity day-care facility in the city of Kyzylorda.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1302913?lang=ru

В областном центре Алматинской области прошел бизнес-форум «Казахстан – Дания». В мероприятии приняли участие более 100 представителей государственных органов, институтов развития, предпринимателей, инвесторов и руководителей компаний двух стран. В ходе встречи обсуждались пути практической реализации инвестиционных проектов, сообщает пресс-служба акима Алматинской области.В рамках мероприятия аким Алматинской области Чингис Аринов, министр иностранных дел Королевства Дания Ларс Лёкке Расмуссен и вице-министр иностранных дел Республики Казахстан Ардак Зебешев выступили с приветственными речами и отметили важность форума в укреплении и активизации сотрудничества между двумя странами.В своем выступлении Чингис Аринов отметил, что в регионе созданы все необходимые условия для ведения бизнеса. По словам акима области, за последние восемь месяцев в регион привлечено около 747 млрд тенге инвестиций, что на 13,4% больше по сравнению с аналогичным периодом прошлого года. Кроме того, на стадии реализации находятся 293 инвестиционных проекта общей стоимостью 7,1 трлн тенге.«Для размещения новых производств в регионе создаются 22 индустриальные зоны общей площадью 9 тыс. гектаров с совокупным инвестиционным портфелем около 1 трлн тенге. Агропромышленный комплекс также динамично развивается. На сегодняшний день реализуются 44 инвестиционных проекта общей стоимостью более 1,3 трлн тенге. Особое внимание мы уделяем глубокой переработке мяса и молока, зерновых и масличных культур, фруктов и овощей. Кроме того, развивается специальная экономическая зона «Alatau» площадью 98 тыс. гектаров, не имеющая аналогов в других регионах страны. Город Алатау, где одновременно будут развиваться промышленность, логистика, современные технологии и деловая инфраструктура, мы рассматриваем как новый экономический центр», — сказал Чингис Аринов.Также он подчеркнул наличие значительного потенциала для расширения торгово-экономических связей между Королевством Дания и Казахстаном, а также реализации совместных проектов в сферах инвестиций, промышленности, агропромышленного комплекса, энергетики и современных технологий.Почетный гость, министр иностранных дел Королевства Дания Ларс Лёкке Расмуссен отметил, что развитие сотрудничества со странами Центральной Азии, в том числе с Казахстаном, является одним из важных приоритетов для Дании.«Наша главная цель — реализовывать инвестиционные проекты, создавать новые рабочие места, повышать профессионализм специалистов и развивать взаимовыгодный бизнес. Успешное экономическое сотрудничество зависит не только от технологий и капитала, но и от взаимного доверия. Поэтому мы хотим, чтобы между Казахстаном и Данией сформировались еще более прочные связи», — сказал Ларс Лёкке Расмуссен.Вице-министр иностранных дел Республики Казахстан Ардак Зебешев отметил заинтересованность в том, чтобы богатый опыт и интерес казахстанских и датских компаний в сферах логистики, водного хозяйства, агропромышленного комплекса, фармацевтики и энергетики трансформировались в конкретные и долгосрочные проекты.По итогам форума АО «НК «KAZAKH INVEST» подписало меморандум о сотрудничестве с крупнейшими предпринимательскими организациями Дании.Отметим, что по итогам прошлого года товарооборот между двумя государствами достиг 19,7 млн долларов США, увеличившись на 43,9%. Сегодня двустороннее сотрудничество получает новые импульсы для развития. Так, сегодня в селе Боралдай Алматинской области был запущен новый завод компании «Carlsberg Kazakhstan» по производству безалкогольных напитков. В проект инвестировано 344 млн долларов. Мощность предприятия составляет 1 млрд литров напитков в год. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/1302916?lang=ru

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Ardak Zebeshev, took part in Kazakhstan-Denmark Business Forum Kazakhstan as part of the official visit of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Denmark Lars Løkke Rasmussen to the Republic of Kazakhstan.The forum brought together   more   than   70   representatives   of   government   agencies, development institutions and business communities from the two countries.“Kazakhstan is interested in making its economic cooperation with Denmark increasingly practical. We see opportunities not only to expand trade, but also to launch joint projects, localize production and introduce advanced technologies, primarily in logistics, water management, agriculture, pharmaceuticals and energy, where Danish companies are recognized leaders. Our task is to create conditions under which business interest translates into concrete, long-term projects in Kazakhstan,” – stated during the forum Ardak Zebeshev.Danish businesses are present in Kazakhstan across a number of sectors, while companies are showing interest in new areas, from industry and logistics to pharmaceuticals, water technologies, energy and agriculture. Particular attention was paid to localization and industrial cooperation. For Kazakhstan, cooperation with Danish businesses is of interest not only in terms of attracting capital, but also as an opportunity to develop local production, introduce modern technologies and management practices, and establish new partnerships between Kazakh enterprises and international companies.A clear example of such cooperation was the opening of a Carlsberg Group and PepsiCo soft drinks plant in Almaty Region.Investment in the project amounted to USD 344 million, with a design capacity of approximately 1 billion liters of products per year and more than 230 jobs created. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1302899?lang=ru

Kazakhstan is implementing a Tax Free pilot project.The project allows foreign citizens to claim a refund of Value Added Tax (VAT) on goods purchased in Kazakhstan and taken out of the country.📌 Learn more about Tax Free and take advantage of the opportunity to claim a VAT refund on your purchases in Kazakhstan!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-tourism/press/news/details/1302892?lang=ru

The road repair season in Kostanay is nearing completion. This year, 5.5 billion tenge has been allocated for the improvement of the city’s road infrastructure. The works covered approximately 28 kilometres of urban roads and 35 courtyard areas.Most of the major road repair works have been completed. Of the 47 planned sections, work has been fully completed on 41, while repairs are still underway on four more sections. In addition, routine road maintenance covering an area of 78,000 square metres has been fully completed. Reconstruction has also been carried out on the section of Narimanov Street between Abai and Altynsarin Streets.The improvement of courtyard areas is also ongoing. This year, renovation works are being carried out in 35 courtyards. Once all the planned works are completed, the share of renovated courtyard areas in Kostanay will reach 99%.In addition, sidewalks are being repaired, street lighting is being upgraded, road signs are being installed, and traffic lights are being modernised. In 2026, work to widen eight intersections was completed. These measures will increase road capacity and improve traffic safety.Particular attention is also being paid to pedestrian safety. A total of 72 projection-based pedestrian crossings have been installed at 40 locations across the city. These devices make pedestrian crossings more visible to drivers at night, helping to improve pedestrian safety. The installation work has been fully completed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1302870?lang=ru

       UAPF JSC (UAPF, the Fund) presents a report on the management of pension assets by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NBRK) and investment portfolio managers (IPMs) on the enpf.kz website under the section "Statistics and Analytics – Investment Management of Pension Assets."As of September 1, 2026, the total volume of pension assets under the management of the NBRK and IPMs amounted to KZT 28,449.60 billion. As of that date, UAPF pension assets under NBRK trust management—derived from compulsory pension contributions (CPCs), compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPCs), and voluntary pension contributions (VPCs)—totaled approximately KZT 26,950.74 billion[1]. The volume of pension assets derived from employer’s compulsory pension contributions (ECPCs) under NBRK trust management stood at KZT 1,347.58 billion.Pension assets under IPM management amounted to KZT 151.28 billion.Investment portfolio of pension assets managed by the NBRKAs the fiduciary manager of the UAPF’s pension assets, the NBK pursues a balanced investment policy, investing in various types of financial instruments and diversifying the portfolio across currencies, countries, sectors, and issuers.According to information provided by the NBK, the primary investment allocations for pension assets derived from  CPC, COPC, VPC as of September 1, 2026, are as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan (43.46%), bonds of quasi-public companies (8.00%), NBRK deposits (3.42%), bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan (2.53%), shares and depositary receipts of Kazakhstani issuers (2.14%), foreign government securities (1.75%), and international financial organizations (0.99%).A total of 37.38% of the assets are invested under an index management strategy. This approach involves constructing an investment portfolio based on a benchmark portfolio—a set of securities reflecting the investor's strategic interests. The benchmark portfolio's return serves as a yardstick for evaluating management performance. The benchmarks used are indices developed and tracked either by leading global financial firms or by the NBRK itself. The NBRK conducts index-based asset management both internally and by engaging foreign asset management firms for specific segments, including sub-portfolios of bonds from developed and emerging markets, corporate bonds, and equities.The investment portfolio breakdown by currency of denomination for financial instruments acquired using CPC, COPC, VPC as of September 1, 2026, is as follows: investments in the national currency account for 58.99% of the pension asset portfolio, while investments in US dollars account for 41.01%. Investment income generated from securities—including placed deposits and reverse repo transactions—amounted to KZT 1,510.73 billion; income from the market revaluation of securities totaled KZT 119.33 billion; and other income amounted to KZT 3.87 billion.Market revaluation of foreign currency and assets under external management—including the impact of exchange rate revaluation—resulted in a negative figure.The accrued investment income for the 12-month period from September 2025 to August 2026 amounted to approximately 1.58 trillion tenge, with a return of 6.17% for the period.As of September 1, 2026, the ECPC investment allocation was as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 96.30%; deposits with the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NBRK) – 3.69%.The investment portfolio funded by ECPC comprises solely financial instruments denominated in the national currency. Income generated from securities—including interest on deposits and reverse repo transactions—totaled 99.70 billion tenge. Market revaluation of securities yielded 18.80 billion tenge for contributors.As of September 1, 2026, the accrued investment income for the preceding 12 months amounted to 158.51 billion tenge, representing a return of 18.65% for the period.A detailed breakdown of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by the NBRK, including a list of issuers and an overview of investment activities, is available on the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund (UAPF) official website. Information regarding the portfolio structure of pension assets funded by ECPC is also available at enpf.kz. Investment portfolio managersThe total volume of pension assets under IPM management stands at KZT 151.28 billion.As of September 1, 2026, pension assets under the fiduciary management of Alatau City Invest JSC amounted to KZT 24.12 billion.The company's primary investments consist of: Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) units (29.19%), shares and depositary receipts of issuers from the Republic of Kazakhstan (14.80%), repo transactions (13.96%), bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan (10.88%), foreign government securities (9.36%), corporate bonds of issuers from the Republic of Kazakhstan (6.46%), bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan (4.64%), corporate bonds of foreign issuers (3.32%), and IFI (2.36%).It should be noted that 48.26% of the portfolio is denominated in tenge, 51.07% in US dollars, and 0.67% in other currencies.The return on pension assets for the 12-month period from September 2025 to August 2026 was 13.91%.A detailed breakdown of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Alatau City Invest JSC, including a list of issuers, is available on the UAPF website.As of September 1, 2026, the UAPF pension assets under the trust management of BCC Invest JSC totaled KZT 19.60 billion.The primary investment allocations were as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan (RK) – 28.55%; bonds of quasi-public entities of the RK – 20.44%; bonds of second-tier banks of the RK – 17.76%; corporate bonds of RK-resident issuers – 9.37%; shares and depositary receipts issued by entities of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 8.34%; units of Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) tracking the MSCI ACWI Index – 6.24%; and corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 4.18%.Investments denominated in the national currency accounted for 73.73% of the portfolio, while those in US dollars accounted for 26.27%.The return on pension assets for the 12-month period from September 2025 to August 2026 was 10.95%.A detailed breakdown of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by BCC Invest JSC, including a list of issuers, is available on the UAPF website.As of September 1, 2026, pension assets under the trust management of Halyk Global Markets JSC totaled KZT 6.58 billion[2].The main investments within the portfolio structure are as follows: equity instruments of foreign issuers (ETF units) – 27.03%; reverse repo transactions (with a term of no more than 90 calendar days) – 13.24%; bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 13.02%; bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 11.22%; shares and depositary receipts issued by entities of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 8.75%; corporate bonds of entities of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 8.23%; NBK notes – 7.43%; government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 5.61%; and securities with government status issued by the central governments of foreign states – 5.30%.It should be noted that 62.39% of the portfolio is denominated in tenge, while 37.61% is denominated in US dollars.The return on pension assets over the last 12 months was 11.30%.A detailed breakdown of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Halyk Global Markets JSC, including a list of issuers, is available on the UAPF website.As of September 1, 2026, pension assets under the trust management of Halyk Finance JSC -Subsidiary Organization of Halyk Bank of Kazakhstan totaled KZT 77.64 billion. The portfolio's main investments are structured as follows: bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan (RK) – 19.63%; bonds of quasi-state organizations of the RK – 16.36%; corporate bonds of RK issuers – 11.20%; shares and depositary receipts of RK issuers – 11.04%; government securities of the RK Ministry of Finance – 9.79%; Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) units – 9.07%; foreign government securities – 7.08%; corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 4.68%; reverse repo transactions (with a term of no more than 90 calendar days) – 4.64%; and IFI – 1.50%.Investments in national currency instruments account for 65.49% of the portfolio, while investments in US dollars account for 34.51%.The return on pension assets for the 12-month period from September 2025 to August 2026 was 11.82%.A detailed breakdown of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Halyk Finance JSC, including a list of issuers, is available on the UAPF website.As of September 1, 2026, pension assets under the trust management of Tansar Capital JSC totaled KZT 0.74 billion.The portfolio's investment structure is as follows: Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) units tracking the MSCI ACWI Index – 52.95%; Repo transactions – 16.02%; shares and depositary receipts issued by entities of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 15.67%; and government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 11.05%.Investments in national currency instruments accounted for 42.94% of the portfolio, while investments in US dollars accounted for 57.06%.Tansar Capital JSC began managing pension assets on April 8, 2026. The return on pension assets since the start of management has been 2.43%.A detailed breakdown of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Tansar Capital JSC, including a list of issuers, is available on the UAPF website.As of September 1, 2026, UAPF pension assets under the trust management of Centras Securities JSC totaled approximately KZT 22.60 billion.Investments were distributed as follows: bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 26.85%; Repo transactions – 12.14%; bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 12.57%; corporate bonds of issuers from the Republic of Kazakhstan – 16.31%; US government bonds – 8.53%; government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 7.21%; shares and depositary receipts of foreign issuers – 5.14%; shares and depositary receipts of issuers resident in the Republic of Kazakhstan – 4.52%; and corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 2.74%.Investments denominated in the national currency accounted for 66.06% of the portfolio, while those in US dollars accounted for 33.94%.The return on pension assets for the 12-month period from September 2025 to August 2026 was 17.05%.A detailed breakdown of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Centras Securities JSC, including the names of issuers, is available on the UAPF website.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay-kurchatov/press/news/details/1302948?lang=ru

Talgat Akhmetov has been appointed head of the Almaty Department for the Development of Public Spaces as of September 29 of this year. Since April 2026, he served as deputy head of this agency, and was subsequently appointed acting head of the department.Talgat Akhmetov was born on July 16, 1990, in the East Kazakhstan region. He graduated from the D. Serikbayev East Kazakhstan State Technical University and the Kazakhstan-American Free University. He has education in the fields of instrument engineering, economics, jurisprudence, and construction.He began his career in 2011. Over the years, he worked in the private sector and in the fields of housing and communal services, state property, and architectural and construction control of the East Kazakhstan region.From 2018 to 2021, he headed the department of state architectural and construction inspection of the state architectural and construction control department of the East Kazakhstan region, and then served as deputy head of that department.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/1302851?lang=ru

On September 30, 2026, a meeting was held in Almaty with the Consul General of the People's Republic of China, with the participation of representatives from state bodies, organizations, and the Chinese business community.During the meeting, the parties reviewed issues concerning the protection of investors' rights and the procedure for seeking assistance, migration, tax, and customs legislation, as well as current issues encountered by representatives of Chinese companies while operating within the Republic of Kazakhstan.Representatives of the State Revenue Department for the City of Almaty spoke on matters falling under the competence of state revenue authorities. Specifically, clarifications were provided regarding taxation, the application of tax incentives, the procedure for tax payments, desk audits, and customs administration.In the course of the meeting, representatives of Chinese companies raised practical questions regarding business operations and received clarifications from representatives of the relevant state authorities.Following the meeting, the participants exchanged views and outlined directions for further cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-almaty/press/news/details/1302856?lang=ru

Berik Soltanbayev, who previously served as deputy akim of the Auezov district of Almaty, has headed the Almaty Department of Entrepreneurship and Investment since September 29 of this year.Berik Soltanbayev was born on April 28, 1990, in the Almaty region. He graduated from the Kazakhstan Multidisciplinary Institute "Parasat," the International Educational Corporation, the Kazakh National Agrarian University, and Narxoz University. He has education in the fields of construction, engineering and technology, law, and business administration.He began his career in 2008. Over the years, he worked in the private sector, the Almaty city branch of the Nur Otan People's Democratic Party, the KGU "Qogamdyq Kelisim," and the office of the akim of the Medeu district of Almaty.From 2017 to 2018, he headed the department for the development of entrepreneurship and industry of the office of the akim of the Medeu district; from October 2018 to June 2022, he served as deputy akim of the Medeu district. From June 2022 to June 2024, he headed the Almaty Department of Entrepreneurship and Investment, and since May 6 of this year, he served as deputy akim of the Auezov district.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/1302842?lang=ru

A meeting of the Kazakhstan-Belarus Business Council was held on the sidelines of the Innoprom. Belarus forum. With the support of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan and JSC QazTrade Trade Policy Development Centre, Kazakh companies reached agreements with Belarusian partners to expand supplies of Kazakh products.One of the key outcomes was an agreement on the supply of commercial vehicles manufactured in Kazakhstan. Kazakh company Hyundai Trans Auto LLP and Belarusian company RCM LLC have agreed to work on the supply of 790 vehicles in 2027–2028, with a total value of at least USD 30 million. The confirmed export potential of Kazakh automakers in the Belarusian market is estimated at up to 4,500 vehicles per year.Another agreement provides for expanding supplies of products manufactured by Kazakh companies to the Belarusian market. As part of the existing mechanism for promoting Kazakh products, a pool of suppliers has been formed, with projected annual supplies of up to 20 trucks.Trade and economic cooperation between Kazakhstan and Belarus continues to show positive growth. In 2025, bilateral trade increased by 30% to more than USD 1.2 billion. In January–July 2026, mutual trade grew by 20.5% to USD 723 million. Kazakhstan’s exports reached USD 180.3 million, while imports amounted to USD 542.7 million. During the same period, exports of Kazakh agricultural and food products to Belarus increased by 34.9% to USD 24.9 million.To expand exports, Kazakhstan and Belarus are focusing on specific projects in industry, mechanical engineering and the agro-industrial sector. The additional export potential for Kazakh products is estimated at USD 80.1 million.In January 2026, the Kazakhstan Trade House “Kazakh Trade House” began operations in Minsk. It serves as a platform for promoting Kazakh products and supporting export projects in the Belarusian market. A pool of eight Kazakh manufacturers has been formed. The potential supply volume is estimated at up to 20 trucks per year, worth up to USD 300,000.In the food sector, potential supplies to Belarus’s largest retail chain, Euroopt, are being explored. The product range under consideration includes vegetable oil, dairy products, beverages, mineral water, flour, cereals and canned meat.In railway engineering, Prommashkomplekt LLP already supplies solid-rolled railway wheels to Belarus. Railways Systems Holding LLP is negotiating the supply of railway cars, rail buses, components and other products.Two other projects focus on industrial cooperation and the localisation of production in Kazakhstan. Belarusian company POZHSNAB LLC and Avtokomponenty KZ LLP are working on the production of specialised firefighting vehicles. Qaz-Bel Lift LLP and Mogilev Lift Engineering Plant OJSC are developing an elevator to be subsequently manufactured in Aktobe.The main focus of further cooperation will be on concluding specific contracts and increasing the volume of Kazakh product supplies to Belarus.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1302820?lang=ru

As of September 1, 2025, the net investment income accumulated since 2014—following the consolidation of pension assets into the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund (UAPF)—amounted to 14.64 trillion tenge. After accounting for payouts made, this income represents 40.6% of the total volume of Kazakhstani citizens' pension savings as of that date. Thus, investment income plays a vital role in building citizens' pension savings. Since 2014, there has been a marked improvement in the efficiency of pension fund investments, contributing to significant growth in the total volume of contributors' (and beneficiaries') savings.It should be noted that pension savings in Kazakhstan serve as a strategic long-term investment tool designed to ensure citizens' financial stability during retirement. The implementation of a flexible investment policy and the diversification of investment portfolios by asset management companies foster steady growth in investment income over the long term.However, assessing the return on pension assets over specific short-term periods cannot fully reflect the effectiveness of pension asset management. This is because income generated from financial instruments and other transactions over a short timeframe does not always offset fluctuations in securities prices and exchange rates during that period. Therefore, it is advisable to conduct an objective analysis of investment income over a period of at least one year. Given the current macroeconomic situation, the return on pension assets managed by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NBRK)—comprising compulsory, compulsory occupational, and voluntary contributions—amounted to approximately 1.58 trillion tenge over the 12-month period from September 2025 to August 2026, with a yield of 6.17%.Regarding pension assets derived from employer’s compulsory pension contributions, the investment income accrued over the last 12 months totaled 158.51 billion tenge, representing a yield of 18.65%. As a reminder, amendments to the Social Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan took effect on September 7, 2026, significantly expanding the rights of Unified Accumulative Pension Fund contributors to independently select strategies and portfolios for managing their pension savings. Contributors may now transfer up to 100% of their savings to Investment Portfolio Managers (IPMs) for fiduciary management. Starting in 2026, contributors can choose from three investment strategies offered by IPMs, which differ in terms of risk level, expected return, and investment horizon. Each IPM manages assets within a single selected investment strategy. A composite benchmark has been established for each type of investment portfolio to serve as a reference point for evaluating the returns generated by the IPM.The entire system for the investment management and accounting of pension assets is transparent: contributors can view their investment income via their personal accounts on the enpf.kz website or through the mobile app.Information regarding the investment management of UAPF pension assets and the financial instruments in which these assets are invested is published on the official UAPF website (www.enpf.kz) under the "Statistics and Analytics/Investment Management of Pension Assets" section, as well as on the invest.enpf.kz portal. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-rudnyi-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1302786?lang=ru

 UAPF JSC (UAPF, the Fund) presents a report on the management of pension assets by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NBRK) and investment portfolio managers (IPMs) on the enpf.kz website under the section "Statistics and Analytics – Investment Management of Pension Assets." As of September 1, 2026, the total volume of pension assetsunder the management of the NBRK and IPMs amounted to KZT 28,449.60 billion. As of that date, UAPF pension assets under NBRK trust management—derived from compulsory pension contributions (CPCs), compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPCs), and voluntary pension contributions (VPCs)—totaled approximately KZT 26,950.74 billion[1]. The volume of pension assets derived from employer’scompulsory pension contributions (ECPCs) under NBRK trust management stood at KZT 1,347.58 billion.Pension assets under IPM managementamounted to KZT 151.28 billion. Investment portfolio of pension assets managed by the NBRK As the fiduciary manager of the UAPF’s pension assets, the NBK pursues a balanced investment policy, investing in various types of financial instruments and diversifying the portfolio across currencies, countries, sectors, and issuers.According to information provided by the NBK, the primary investment allocations for pension assets derived from  CPC, COPC, VPCas of September 1, 2026, are as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan (43.46%), bonds of quasi-public companies (8.00%), NBRK deposits (3.42%), bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan (2.53%), shares and depositary receipts of Kazakhstani issuers (2.14%), foreign government securities (1.75%), and international financial organizations (0.99%).A total of 37.38% of the assets are invested under an index management strategy. This approach involves constructing an investment portfolio based on a benchmark portfolio—a set of securities reflecting the investor's strategic interests. The benchmark portfolio's return serves as a yardstick for evaluating management performance. The benchmarks used are indices developed and tracked either by leading global financial firms or by the NBRK itself. The NBRK conducts index-based asset management both internally and by engaging foreign asset management firms for specific segments, including sub-portfolios of bonds from developed and emerging markets, corporate bonds, and equities.The investment portfolio breakdown by currency of denomination for financial instruments acquired using CPC, COPC, VPCas of September 1, 2026, is as follows: investments in the national currency account for 58.99% of the pension asset portfolio, while investments in US dollars account for 41.01%. Investment income generated from securities—including placed deposits and reverse repo transactions—amounted to KZT 1,510.73 billion; income from the market revaluation of securities totaled KZT 119.33 billion; and other income amounted to KZT 3.87 billion. Market revaluation of foreign currency and assets under external management—including the impact of exchange rate revaluation—resulted in a negative figure.The accrued investment income for the 12-month period from September 2025 to August 2026 amounted to approximately 1.58 trillion tenge, with a return of 6.17% for the period.As of September 1, 2026, the ECPC investment allocation was as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 96.30%; deposits with the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NBRK) – 3.69%.The investment portfolio funded by ECPC comprises solely financial instruments denominated in the national currency. Income generated from securities—including interest on deposits and reverse repo transactions—totaled 99.70 billion tenge. Market revaluation of securities yielded 18.80 billion tenge for contributors.As of September 1, 2026, the accrued investment income for the preceding 12 months amounted to 158.51 billion tenge, representing a return of 18.65% for the period.A detailed breakdownof the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by the NBRK, including a list of issuers and an overview of investment activities, is available on the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund (UAPF) official website. Information regarding the portfolio structure of pension assetsfunded by ECPC is also available at enpf.kz. Investment portfolio managers The total volume of pension assets under IPM management stands at KZT 151.28 billion.As of September 1, 2026, pension assets under the fiduciary management of Alatau City Invest JSC amounted to KZT 24.12 billion.The company's primary investments consist of: Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) units (29.19%), shares and depositary receipts of issuers from the Republic of Kazakhstan (14.80%), repo transactions (13.96%), bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan (10.88%), foreign government securities (9.36%), corporate bonds of issuers from the Republic of Kazakhstan (6.46%), bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan (4.64%), corporate bonds of foreign issuers (3.32%), and IFI (2.36%).It should be noted that 48.26% of the portfolio is denominated in tenge, 51.07% in US dollars, and 0.67% in other currencies.The return on pension assets for the 12-month period from September 2025 to August 2026 was 13.91%.A detailed breakdownof the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Alatau City Invest JSC, including a list of issuers, is available on the UAPF website.  As of September 1, 2026, the UAPF pension assets under the trust management of BCC Invest JSC totaled KZT 19.60 billion.The primary investment allocations were as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan (RK) – 28.55%; bonds of quasi-public entities of the RK – 20.44%; bonds of second-tier banks of the RK – 17.76%; corporate bonds of RK-resident issuers – 9.37%; shares and depositary receipts issued by entities of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 8.34%; units of Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) tracking the MSCI ACWI Index – 6.24%; and corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 4.18%.Investments denominated in the national currency accounted for 73.73% of the portfolio, while those in US dollars accounted for 26.27%.The return on pension assets for the 12-month period from September 2025 to August 2026 was 10.95%.Adetailed breakdownof the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by BCC Invest JSC, including a list of issuers, is available on the UAPF website. As of September 1, 2026, pension assets under the trust management of Halyk Global Markets JSC totaled KZT 6.58 billion[2]. The main investments within the portfolio structure are as follows: equity instruments of foreign issuers (ETF units) – 27.03%; reverse repo transactions (with a term of no more than 90 calendar days) – 13.24%; bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 13.02%; bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 11.22%; shares and depositary receipts issued by entities of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 8.75%; corporate bonds of entities of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 8.23%; NBK notes – 7.43%; government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 5.61%; and securities with government status issued by the central governments of foreign states – 5.30%.It should be noted that 62.39% of the portfolio is denominated in tenge, while 37.61% is denominated in US dollars.The return on pension assets over the last 12 months was 11.30%.A detailed breakdownof the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Halyk Global MarketsJSC, including a list of issuers, is available on the UAPF website. As of September 1, 2026, pension assets under the trust management of Halyk Finance JSC -Subsidiary Organization of Halyk Bank of Kazakhstan totaled KZT 77.64 billion. The portfolio's main investments are structured as follows: bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan (RK) – 19.63%; bonds of quasi-state organizations of the RK – 16.36%; corporate bonds of RK issuers – 11.20%; shares and depositary receipts of RK issuers – 11.04%; government securities of the RK Ministry of Finance – 9.79%; Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) units – 9.07%; foreign government securities – 7.08%; corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 4.68%; reverse repo transactions (with a term of no more than 90 calendar days) – 4.64%; and IFI – 1.50%.Investments in national currency instruments account for 65.49% of the portfolio, while investments in US dollars account for 34.51%.The return on pension assets for the 12-month period from September 2025 to August 2026 was 11.82%.A detailed breakdownof the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Halyk Finance JSC, including a list of issuers, is available on the UAPF website. As of September 1, 2026, pension assets under the trust management of Tansar Capital JSC totaled KZT 0.74 billion.The portfolio's investment structure is as follows: Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) units tracking the MSCI ACWI Index – 52.95%; Repo transactions – 16.02%; shares and depositary receipts issued by entities of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 15.67%; and government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 11.05%.Investments in national currency instruments accounted for 42.94% of the portfolio, while investments in US dollars accounted for 57.06%.Tansar Capital JSC began managing pension assets on April 8, 2026. The return on pension assets since the start of management has been 2.43%.A detailed breakdownof the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Tansar Capital JSC, including a list of issuers, is available on the UAPF website. As of September 1, 2026, UAPF pension assets under the trust management of Centras Securities JSC totaled approximately KZT 22.60 billion.Investments were distributed as follows: bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 26.85%; Repo transactions – 12.14%; bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 12.57%; corporate bonds of issuers from the Republic of Kazakhstan – 16.31%; US government bonds – 8.53%; government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 7.21%; shares and depositary receipts of foreign issuers – 5.14%; shares and depositary receipts of issuers resident in the Republic of Kazakhstan – 4.52%; and corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 2.74%.Investments denominated in the national currency accounted for 66.06% of the portfolio, while those in US dollars accounted for 33.94%.The return on pension assets for the 12-month period from September 2025 to August 2026 was 17.05%.A detailed breakdownof the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Centras Securities JSC, including the names of issuers, is available on the UAPF website. As a reminder, the UAPF has launched invest.enpf.kz—a unified online information platform for the investment management of citizens' pension assets—which consolidates all key information regarding investment portfolio management (IPM) into a single digital space and ensures a systematic approach to providing data on investment activities.  termination of the trust management agreement effective from 2027.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-rudnyi-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1302787?lang=ru

The government policy is consistently aimed at creating favorable conditions for entrepreneurship, reducing administrative burdens, and establishing clear rules for doing business. One of the steps in this direction has been the improvement of tax legislation. Since January of the current year, the new Tax Code has come into force, within which special tax regimes have been optimized. One of the most sought-after is the special tax regime based on the simplified declaration. The initial results of its implementation show a positive trend in the main performance indicators of entrepreneurs. According to the results of the first half of the current year, the income of businesses using this regime amounted to 9.4 trillion tenge. Compared to the same period last year, it has increased by 18.9% — from 7.9 trillion tenge.Positive dynamics are also observed in the employment indicators of entrepreneurs applying this regime. The number of hired workers increased by 14.2% — from 445,000 to 509,000 people. The wage fund grew by 7.2%.At the same time, the number of business entities without hired employees decreased by 30.5%. The number of entrepreneurs reporting income from zero to 5 million tenge also decreased by nearly a third.This data was obtained from the results of the first reporting period under the updated regime. In August, entrepreneurs submitted declarations for the first half of the current year for the first time.The special tax regime based on a simplified declaration can be applied by individual entrepreneurs and legal entities that meet the requirements established by the Tax Code, with an annual income of up to 600,000 MCI.The rate of individual or corporate income tax is 4%. Local representative bodies have the right to reduce or increase this rate within the limits established by law. The tax and reporting period is half a year.Entrepreneurs using this regime are also not subject to social tax and VAT, except for VAT on imported goods and VAT for non-residents. Initial results show an increase in declared business income and employment. At the same time, the number of entrepreneurs without hired employees and entities declaring minimal income is decreasing.The data obtained allows for the assertion of the first positive results from changes to special tax regimes. Their further impact will be assessed as data accumulates in subsequent reporting periods.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/1302790?lang=ru

The first stage of the Presidential Olympiad has begun in Almaty regionToday, on October 1, students of the Almaty region are taking part in the first (qualifying) stage of the Presidential Olympiad in subjects of the natural and mathematical cycle.The intellectual competition is aimed at identifying gifted and capable schoolchildren, assessing their level of subject knowledge, as well as developing logical thinking and scientific and intellectual potential.This year, 673 students are taking part in the first stage of the Olympiad. Participants will test their knowledge and abilities in mathematics, physics, chemistry and computer science.Following the results of the Olympiad, 20 students will qualify for the second stage.The Presidential Olympiad allows students not only to improve their subject knowledge, but also to develop their research interest, strengthen their intellectual abilities and demonstrate their capabilities.In the Almaty region, work continues on a systematic basis to support gifted students, deepen their knowledge and prepare for national-level intellectual competitions.We wish all participants success and high results!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl-bilim/press/news/details/1302783?lang=ru

A bilateral meeting was held in Astana between Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan Serik Zhumangarin and Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Uzbekistan Jamshid Khodjayev. The parties discussed the development of trade and economic cooperation, the growth of mutual trade, and the implementation of the Kazakhstan-Uzbekistan Roadmap.Serik Zhumangarin thanked the Government of Uzbekistan for its constructive approach and consistent work to implement the agreements reached between the heads of state."The visit of Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to Astana and the 23rd meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission confirmed the solid foundation of our strategic partnership. Today, we have specific agreements and a roadmap for our joint work," noted the Deputy Prime Minister of Kazakhstan.Trade and economic ties between the two countries continue to grow. In the first seven months of 2026, trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan amounted to $3.25 billion, an increase of 29.8% compared to the same period last year.The countries are set to reach $10 billion in trade turnover. To achieve this goal, it is important to consistently expand mutual trade and accelerate the implementation of joint projects.Deputy Prime Minister of Uzbekistan Jamshid Khodjaev, in turn, noted the positive dynamics in the development of relations between the two countries. He emphasized that Kazakhstan is a fraternal country and a reliable partner for Uzbekistan. The two sides are consistently increasing mutual trade and investment, and transportation volumes are growing. Uzbekistan is interested in further developing cooperation with Kazakhstan across a wide range of areas.The parties agreed to continue working to expand trade and economic cooperation, promote joint investment projects, and implement existing agreements.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1302784?lang=ru

In the period from September 28 to September 30, 2026, the Educational and Methodological Center, together with the Department for Work with Insolvent Debtors of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, held a remote seminar on the topic: "Bankruptcy of individuals". The purpose of the event is to develop practical skills in applying legislation on bankruptcy of individuals, clarify the procedure for conducting out-of-court and judicial bankruptcy procedures, restore solvency, and inform about the legal consequences of declaring a citizen bankrupt. The seminar was attended by employees of the territorial state revenue authorities. A lecture was given to the seminar participants via the ZOOM platform, during which the lecturer was: - Erbol Serzhanovich Yerdenbayev is an expert in the Department for Work with Insolvent Debtors of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The participants of the seminar asked the lecturers questions, to which comprehensive answers were given. At the end of the seminar, 133 participants received certificates of successful professional development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1302775?lang=ru

We sincerely congratulate you on October 1st– the International Day of the Elderly!You are the keepers of life experience and wisdom, who have made a significant contribution to the development of our country and the upbringing of the younger generation through your work, guidance and good deeds.We wish you good health, longevity, family well-being, warmth and joy! May every day be filled with care, respect and attention from loved ones.Thank you for your invaluable life experience, wisdom and invaluable contribution to the education of the future generation!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl-bilim/press/news/details/1302768?lang=ru

If a tax application for termination of activity is assigned the status “Not accepted” in the ISNA Taxpayer Cabinet (KNP ISNA), the taxpayer should first review the official electronic notice of acceptance or non-acceptance of documents. After the grounds for refusal have been eliminated, the application may be filed again in the general procedure. Typical situation An application for termination of activity (liquidation / deregistration) is rejected. How can the reason be viewed, and how should a new application be submitted taking the previous refusal into account? How to correct it In KNP ISNA (https://knp.kgd.gov.kz), go to Documents → My documents → Tax application. The history of submitted tax applications is available there, including applications for termination of activity. If the state revenue authority refuses deregistration, the application is given the status “Not accepted”. To see the reason, click the status and open the electronic notice of acceptance or non-acceptance of documents. The notice states the legal and factual grounds for refusal (for example, outstanding tax or social payments, missing liquidation tax reporting, unfulfilled notices, or failure to meet the conditions of the simplified procedure). After the causes of refusal have been removed, the taxpayer may resubmit the tax application for termination of activity through KNP ISNA in the general procedure. Legal basis The procedure for termination of activity and the grounds for refusal of deregistration are set out in the Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan “On Taxes and Other Obligatory Payments to the Budget” of 18 July 2025 No. 214-VIII (Tax Code of the RK), including the rules on simplified termination of activity for certain categories of individual entrepreneurs and on fulfilment of tax obligations upon liquidation / cessation of activity. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-mangistau/press/news/details/1302744?lang=ru

В селе Боралдай Алматинской области состоялось открытие нового предприятия по производству безалкогольных напитков компании «Carlsberg Kazakhstan». В реализацию проекта инвестировано 344 млн долларов. Производственная мощность завода составляет до 1 млрд литров напитков в год. На предприятии будет создано около 230 рабочих мест для местных жителей. Готовая продукция будет поставляться не только на внутренний рынок Казахстана, но и экспортироваться в страны СНГ, - сообщает пресс-служба акима Алматинской области.В торжественной церемонии приняли участие аким Алматинской области Чингис Аринов, министр иностранных дел Королевства Дания Ларс Лёкке Расмуссен, вице-министр иностранных дел Республики Казахстан, представители компании и местные жители.Глава региона отметил, что открытие нового производственного комплекса является значимым шагом в укреплении промышленного потенциала области.«Глава государства Касым-Жомарт Токаев поставил перед нами четкие задачи: Задача Правительства – обеспечить рост экономики и повышение благосостояния граждан. Развитие экономики прежде всего проявляется в реализации конкретных проектов в каждом регионе страны. Поэтому развитие производства и привлечение инвестиций являются одними из приоритетных направлений и для нашего региона. Запуск нового производственного объекта компании 1Carlsberg Kazakhstan» – один из крупных проектов в этом направлении. Он позволит диверсифицировать экономику региона, повысить инвестиционную активность и увеличить объем выпуска конкурентоспособной продукции», – сказал Чингис Аринов.Специально прибывший на мероприятие Ларс Лёкке Расмуссен подчеркнул, что запуск предприятия имеет большое значение для укрепления сотрудничества между двумя странами.«Несмотря на то, что Казахстан и Дания географически находятся далеко друг от друга, это не является препятствием для совместной работы. Открытие нового предприятия – яркое тому подтверждение и общая инвестиция в будущее. Завод также позволит увеличить объемы торговли, создать новые рабочие места, повысить благосостояние населения и внедрять новые технологии в производство», – отметил почетный гость.В рамках мероприятия состоялся символический запуск новой производственной линии. После этого участники церемонии ознакомились с производственными мощностями предприятия и посетили основные производственные объекты.На первом этапе реализации проекта предусмотрена работа пяти производственных линий, обеспечивающих выпуск напитков различных вкусов и их упаковку. В дальнейшем планируется развитие логистической инфраструктуры предприятия, в том числе складских мощностей и системы транспортировки готовой продукции.Необходимое сырье предприятие будет закупать у местных производителей. Это позволит снизить зависимость от импорта и повысить спрос на продукцию отечественных поставщиков. На заводе внедрены современные технологии, обеспечивающие эффективное использование воды, электроэнергии и тепловых ресурсов.Отметим, что сегодня в городе Конаев проходит бизнес-форум «Казахстан – Дания», направленный на дальнейшее развитие двустороннего сотрудничества. В рамках форума участники обсуждают перспективные направления взаимодействия и вопросы реализации инвестиционных проектов.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/1302710?lang=ru