Ahead of Kazakhstan’s national holiday, Senior Sergeant Beknar Zhylkyshpayev of Military Unit 3650 of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan took up combat duty for the 2,000th time. For nearly 20 years, he has served diligently in a unit responsible for guarding important state facilities.Senior Sergeant Zhylkyshpayev began his military career as a private. Over the years, he has gained extensive experience and developed strong professional skills. Today, he serves as a guard commander, responsible for ensuring the security of protected facilities and overseeing the proper performance of guard duties.A dedicated serviceman, he is also a father of six. Originally from the village of Karasaz, he enjoys creative pursuits, including writing poetry and singing.It is worth noting that, alongside patrol and guard duties, National Guard servicemen are assigned to protect important state facilities.Taking up combat duty for the 2,000th time ahead of Republic Day marks another significant milestone in the guardsman’s long-standing service to the security of the country. #REPUBLICDAY Press Service of the National GuardMinistry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/1314784?lang=ru

The Uralsk City Probation Service, together with the Oral Sports Club, organized football competitions among convicts registered with the probation service.The purpose of the competition is to involve citizens registered with the probation service in systematic sports, promote a healthy lifestyle, organize effective leisure activities, form friendly relations between participants, promote their adaptation to society, and increase interest in football.Following the results of the competition, the active participants were awarded with medals and diplomas.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/duis-uralsk/press/news/details/1314770?lang=ru

Ahead of Republic Day, a nationwide festive discount campaign has been launched in Kazakhstan, featuring the Republic Day and Bereke Fest promotions. Since October 17, a total of 649 retail outlets across the country have joined the campaign. The Republic Day promotion is taking place at major shopping and entertainment centres and shopping complexes, while Bereke Fest covers retail chains.Consumers are being offered special prices on food and non-food products. The promotional offers are valid through October 27, inclusive. Discounts of up to 50% are available on selected product categories. Discount rates depend on the product range and the terms set by participating retailers.Under the Republic Day promotion, discounts are offered by 232 shopping and entertainment centres and retail complexes. Participants include MEGA Silk Way and Khan Shatyr in Astana, MEGA Alma-Ata, MEGA Park and Forum Almaty in Almaty, as well as Mega Planet and Shymkent Plaza in Shymkent.A total of 417 stores belonging to retail chains have joined Bereke Fest, including Magnum, SMALL, Astykzhan and GraMad. Special festive offers are also available at retail outlets in other regions of the country.The promotions aim to stimulate consumer demand and support the development of domestic trade. In addition to giving consumers the opportunity to purchase goods at reduced prices, the campaign is expected to help retailers increase customer traffic and sales volumes, while enabling domestic manufacturers to expand the presence of their products across retail chains.The nationwide campaign is organized by the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan in cooperation with local executive authorities. The full list of participating retail outlets, including their addresses, is available on the official websites of regional and city administrations. Information on discount rates, product ranges and purchase conditions is published directly by participating retailers.The nationwide promotional campaign will end on October 27, 2026.Press Service of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1314773?lang=ru

A meeting of the regional investment headquarters was held under the chairmanship of the region's akim, Murat Ergeshbayev. Participants discussed the current status of investment projects planned for implementation in the territory of the Korkyt Ata special economic zone.Over the nine months of the current year, 581 billion tenge in investments has been attracted to the region's economy. Compared to the same period last year, growth amounted to 2.3%. The share of private investments reached 82%.The head of the region emphasized the importance of high-quality and timely implementation of investment projects and gave specific instructions to the heads of relevant departments."Every investment project plays an important role in the socio-economic development of our region. Therefore, it is necessary to accelerate joint work and focus on achieving concrete results. The regional akimat is ready to provide all necessary support.Project implementation must be under strict control at all stages — from the initial phase to the launch of production and output of products. Every investor must be provided with comprehensive support, emerging issues must be studied and resolved within the framework of the law.Our main goal is not only to increase the volume of investments, but also to implement high-quality projects that will become the foundation for the region's long-term economic growth. We will continue systematic work in this direction,"- noted Murat Ergeshbayev.The investment ombudsman, acting prosecutor of Kyzylorda region Nurbolat Duisenbayev, reported on the work being carried out to protect investors' rights.Project initiators also expressed their proposals and opinions.In the Korkyt Ata special economic zone, created with the support of the Government, investors are provided with tax preferences, free use of prepared land plots until 2049, as well as exemption from customs duties.Currently, work has begun on connecting engineering infrastructure to a territory of 200 hectares. To date, six investors plan to place their projects in the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1314721?lang=ru

Date, time, and location of the auction: November 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., Zone 66, street 813, building №107- Doha-Qatar.2. Auction format and method: ascending price auction.3. Auction item: a “BMW 730 Li” car, vehicle identification number (VIN) WBA7E0105GG611896, license plate number CD 167/1, color - black, year of manufacture - 2016.4. Starting price: $4 115,60.5. Amount of the bid security: 15% of the starting price ($617,34), to be paid by November 4, 2026, after inspecting the vehicle and before submitting a bid. In the event of withdrawal from participation, the security deposit shall be refunded to the participant within 15 working days.6. Deadline and location for submitting applications: Applications will be accepted after payment of the bid security through November 4, 2026, during business hours.Zone 66, street 813, building №107- Doha-Qatar.7. Bidding procedure: The participant who offers the highest price for the vehicle will be declared the winner. The bid increment is 5%. The first increment is calculated based on the starting price of the item in U.S. dollars, and each following increment is calculated based on the price offered by the previous participant (the current price).8.  Contact Information: Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Qatar, Zone 66, street 813, building №107- Doha-Qatar.+974 71 45 4842. The Embassy’s bank details for transferring the bid security will be provided after the vehicle has been inspected.9. Additional information: a) The vehicle is sold in its current condition (“as is”). Before paying the bid security and submitting an application, participants must inspect the vehicle’s technical condition. Inspecting the vehicle, paying the deposit, and submitting an application constitutes the participant’s full acceptance of the terms of sale. The buyer is not entitled to demand repairs or improvements to the vehicle, nor is the buyer entitled to exemption from taxes, fees, or other expenses associated with the transfer of ownership.b) Bids must not be lower than the above-mentioned starting price in U.S. dollars. The bidder who offers the highest price (the winning bidder) is entitled to purchase the vehicle. The winning bidder is required to pay the remaining balance of the vehicle’s cost in full no later than 10 business days from the date the auction results are announced and the contract is signed.If VAT, customs duties, or other taxes, tariffs, or mandatory fees are required, including the costs of re-registering and registering a passenger car with diplomatic license plates, such payments shall be made by the Buyer.c) If the winning bidder fails to fulfill the terms of the contract within the specified time frame, the bidder is considered to have declined the right to purchase the vehicle, and any payments made, including the bid bond, will not be refunded.d) Bank fees paid by bidders when transferring the bid security are non-refundable.e) Bid rigging and any other forms of improper interference are strictly prohibited.Interested parties may view the vehicle at the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Qatar during business hours until November 4, 2026, by appointment only. Requests for appointments to see the vehicle and any other questions may be directed to the Embassy of Kazakhstan by calling +974 71 45 4842, +974 55 18 0625Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-doha/press/news/details/1314781?lang=ru

Doha, August 25, 2026 – Ambassador Bakyt Batyrshayev met with the Minister of Communications and Information Technology of the State of Qatar, H.E. Mohammed bin Ali Al-Mannai.The Minister wished the Ambassador of Kazakhstan success in his diplomatic activities, highlighting readiness to provide full support to initiatives aimed at developing the partnership between the two countries in the ICT and digital sectors.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects of bilateral cooperation in digitalization and telecommunications, as well as expanding interaction on issues of mutual interest.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-doha/press/news/details/1314705?lang=ru

The act challenged by a citizen should not be an individual decision (act) taken by a public official.Such an act should be a statutory instrument as provided for in the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan ‘On Statutory Instruments of the Republic of Kazakhstan’, whilst complying with the established conditions for admissibility of appeals to the Constitutional Court.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ksrk/press/news/details/1314706?lang=ru

Доха, 19 тамыз 2026 – Елші Бақыт Батыршаев Қатар Мемлекеті Ішкі істер министрінің орынбасары Абдулла бен Халаф бен Хаттаб Әл-Каабимен кездесу өткізді.Министрдің орынбасары Қазақстан Елшісіне дипломатиялық қызметінде сәттілік тілеп, екі ел арасындағы серіктестікті дамытуға бағытталған бастамаларға қолдау көрсетуге дайын екенін атап өтті.Кездесу барысында тараптар Қазақстан-Қатар қатынастарының қазіргі жай-күйі мен даму келешегін, сондай-ақ қауіпсіздік және құқық қорғау салаларындағы екіжақты ынтымақтастықты нығайту мәселелерін талқылады.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-doha/press/news/details/1314695?lang=ru

Доха, 20 тамыз 2026 – Елші Бақыт Батыршаев Қатар Мемлекеті Спорт және жастар министрінің орынбасары Ясир бен Абдулла бен Ахмад Әл-Жамалмен кездесу өткізді.Министрдің орынбасары Қазақстан Елшісіне дипломатиялық қызметінде сәттілік тілеп, екі ел арасындағы серіктестікті дамытуға бағытталған бастамаларға қолдау көрсетуге дайын екенін атап өтті.Кездесу барысында тараптар Қазақстан-Қатар қатынастарының қазіргі жай-күйі мен даму келешегін, сондай-ақ спорт және жастар саясаты салаларындағы екіжақты ынтымақтастықты нығайту мәселелерін талқылады.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-doha/press/news/details/1314696?lang=ru

Doha, August 23, 2026 – Ambassador Bakyt Batyrshayev met with the Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, H.E. Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al-Khulaifi.The Minister of State wished the Ambassador of Kazakhstan success in his diplomatic activities, highlighting readiness to provide full support to initiatives aimed at developing the partnership between the two countries.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects of Kazakhstan-Qatar bilateral relations, strengthening political dialogue, as well as issues on the regional and international agenda of mutual interest.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-doha/press/news/details/1314699?lang=ru

Doha, August 25, 2026 – Ambassador Bakyt Batyrshayev met with the Minister of Social Development and Family of the State of Qatar, H.E. Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi.The Minister wished the Ambassador of Kazakhstan success in his diplomatic activities, highlighting readiness to provide support to initiatives aimed at developing the partnership between the two countries.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects of Kazakhstan-Qatar bilateral relations, as well as ways to enhance cooperation in social development, supporting families, and maternal and child welfare.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-doha/press/news/details/1314702?lang=ru

Doha, August 13, 2026 – Ambassador Bakyt Batyrshayev met with the Minister of Environment and Climate Change of the State of Qatar, H.E. Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie.Minister wished the Ambassador of Kazakhstan success in his diplomatic activities, highlighting readiness to provide full support to initiatives aimed at developing the environmental partnership between the two countries.During the meeting, the parties discussed issues of strengthening bilateral cooperation in the fields of environmental protection and climate change, conserving biodiversity, as well as expanding interaction within international climate initiatives.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-doha/press/news/details/1314686?lang=ru

Bangkok, 20 October 2026 – On the occasion of the Republic Day of Kazakhstan, the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Kingdom of Thailand organised the business conference “Kazakhstan–Thailand: Towards a Comprehensive Partnership.”The event brought together representatives of government agencies, business associations and companies from both countries. Welcoming remarks were delivered by Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Thailand Margulan Baimukhan, Thailand Trade Representative Werapong Prapha, Vice Minister for Commerce of Thailand Kirida Bhaopichitr, and Vice Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce Visit Limlurcha.Thailand Trade Representative Werapong Prapha, in turn, stressed that Kazakhstan and Thailand have significant opportunities for mutually beneficial cooperation and are well positioned to serve as strategic gateways connecting Central Asia and Europe with Southeast Asia and the Asia-Pacific region. He expressed confidence that closer cooperation between the business communities of the two countries would open new avenues for economic engagement and further advance bilateral trade.Speaking at the opening of the conference, Thailand's Vice Minister for Commerce Dr. Kirida Bhaopichitr congratulated the people of Kazakhstan on the forthcoming Republic Day. She highlighted the special significance of the upcoming 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations, noting the complementarity of the two economies and the considerable potential for expanding cooperation in trade and investment.Vice Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce Visit Limlurcha reaffirmed the Thai business community’s interest in developing trade and investment cooperation with Kazakhstan and expanding direct ties between the business communities of the two countries.Margulan Baimukhan highlighted the positive dynamics of bilateral economic relations. In 2025, trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Thailand increased by 8% to approximately USD 255 million. During the first eight months of 2026, bilateral trade reached USD 182.3 million, representing an increase of 14.3%.The Kazakh diplomat emphasised the importance of moving beyond traditional trade towards mutual investment, joint production, technology transfer and long-term business partnerships.During the presentation, the Kazakh side outlined the country’s economic and investment potential, transit and logistics capabilities, as well as measures available to support foreign investors. Promising areas of cooperation included agriculture and food processing, critical minerals, energy, industry, transport and logistics, digital technologies, artificial intelligence, tourism and hospitality.Kazakhstan invited Thai companies to use the country as a manufacturing and logistics platform for accessing the markets of Central Asia and Eurasia. Particular attention was given to opportunities for combining Kazakhstan’s resources and infrastructure with Thailand’s technological, manufacturing and managerial expertise.During the conference, Ms. Assel Bekbayeva, Managing Director of Silkway Trading, presented Kazakhstan’s investment opportunities and invited Kazakh companies to expand cooperation with Thai businesses in trade, industrial cooperation, logistics and investment.Participants confirmed their interest in exploring joint projects and further expanding business ties. It was noted that the forthcoming 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2027, together with the organisation of high-level visits, is expected to give new impetus to the comprehensive partnership and economic cooperation between Kazakhstan and Thailand. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-thailand/press/news/details/1314687?lang=ru

Доха, 18 тамыз 2026 – Елші Бақыт Батыршаев Қатар Сыртқы істер министрлігі Азия істері департаментінің директоры Әл-Жауһара Юсеф Фахру ханыммен кездесу өткізді.Департамент директоры Қазақстан Елшісіне дипломатиялық қызметінде сәттілік тілеп, екі ел арасындағы жан-жақты серіктестікті дамытуға бағытталған бастамаларға қолдау көрсетуге дайын екенін атап өтті.Кездесу барысында тараптар Қазақстан-Қатар екіжақты қатынастарының қазіргі жай-күйі мен даму келешегін, сондай-ақ жоғары деңгейдегі уағдаластықтарды іске асыру барысын талқылады.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-doha/press/news/details/1314692?lang=ru

Doha, August 4, 2026 – H.E. Ambassador Bakyt Batyrshayev, met with the Minister of Transport of the State of Qatar, H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Thani.H.E. Sheikh Mohammed Al Thani wished the Ambassador of Kazakhstan success in his diplomatic activities, highlighting readiness to provide full support to initiatives aimed at developing partnership between the two countries.During the meeting, the parties discussed issues of strengthening bilateral cooperation in the transport and logistics sectors, developing air and transit-transport links, as well as expanding interaction on infrastructure projects.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-doha/press/news/details/1314680?lang=ru

Doha, August 6, 2026 – H.E. Ambassador Bakyt Batyrshayev, met with the Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs of the State of Qatar, H.E. Mr. Ibrahim bin Ali bin Issa Al Hassan Al Mohannadi.H.E. Mr. Ibrahim Al Mohannadi wished the Ambassador of Kazakhstan success in his diplomatic activities, highlighting readiness to provide full support to initiatives aimed at developing partnership between the two countries.During the meeting, the parties discussed issues of strengthening bilateral cooperation in the legal and legislative spheres, expanding interaction between the Ministries of Justice of both countries, as well as enhancing the contractual and legal framework. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-doha/press/news/details/1314681?lang=ru

Doha, August 12, 2026 – H.E. Ambassador Bakyt Batyrshayev, met with the Minister of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs of the State of Qatar, H.E. Ghanem bin Shaheen bin Ghanem Al Ghanim.Minister wished the Ambassador of Kazakhstan success in his diplomatic activities, highlighting readiness to provide full support to initiatives aimed at developing partnership between the two countries.During the meeting, the parties discussed issues of strengthening bilateral cooperation in Islamic affairs, endowment management, cultural and religious spheres, as well as advancing interfaith dialogue and implementing joint initiatives.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-doha/press/news/details/1314682?lang=ru

Dias Kenzhebek, a 22-year-old swimmer from the Karaganda region, won three medals—two silvers and a gold—over the course of two days at the 5th Asian Para Games in Japan. He became a champion and set a new Asian record.On September 20, Dias stepped onto the podium twice, securing a fifth gold medal for Kazakhstan. In the final of the 100-meter backstroke (S10 class), the athlete from Karaganda finished ahead of two Japanese competitors, clocking a time of 1 minute 1.98 seconds. In doing so, the para-swimmer broke the previous Asian record of 1 minute 3.73 seconds.On the same day, Diaz Kenzhebek won a silver medal in the 200-meter medley. And the day before I became second in the 100-meter freestyle.Diaz Kenzhebek is an athlete with hearing and musculoskeletal impairment, an international master of sports. He has been involved in paraswimming for more than ten years and has won many awards at national and international competitions. Diaz Kenzhebek is trained by Svetlana Kuchina.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1314683?lang=ru

Doha, July 26, 2026 – Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the State of Qatar, H.E. Mr. Bakyt Batyrshayev presented copies of his credentials to the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar H.E. Mr. Sultan Al Muraikhi.The State Minister congratulated the Ambassador of Kazakhstan on the commencement of his diplomatic mission and wished him success in further strengthening friendly relations and partnership between the two countries.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of bilateral cooperation between Astana and Doha, as well as the implementation of agreements reached at the highest level. Special emphasis was placed on deepening interaction in political, trade, economic, and investment spheres.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-doha/press/news/details/1314670?lang=ru

Doha, August 3, 2026 – H.E. Ambassador Bakyt Batyrshayev, met with the Executive Director to the Permanent Committee for Organizing Conferences at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Qatar, H.E. Mr. Mubarak Ajlan Mubarak Al-Kuwari.H.E. Mr. Mubarak Al-Kuwari congratulated the Ambassador of Kazakhstan on the commencement of his diplomatic mission and wished him success in further strengthening friendly relations and partnership between the two countries.During the meeting, the parties discussed issues of cooperation in organizing international and regional events, forums, and conferences, as well as logistical and organizational aspects regarding mutual visits of official delegations of the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-doha/press/news/details/1314671?lang=ru