Заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики Серик Жумангарин встретился с Постоянным представителем ПРООН в Казахстане Катаржиной Вавьерниа. Стороны обсудили итоги совместной работы и приоритеты страновой программы на 2026-2030 годы.Катаржина Вавьерниа отметила значимость многолетнего партнерства с Казахстаном и вклад совместных инициатив в развитие зеленого финансирования, продвижение Целей устойчивого развития ООН и укрепление потенциала регионов. Среди приоритетов дальнейшей работы выделено региональное экономическое развитие, цифровизацию планирования, повышение производительности бизнеса и диверсификацию сельской экономики.В рамках новой страновой программы ПРООН предлагает усилить региональный подход к экономическому развитию и фискальной устойчивости. В частности, планируются анализ доходов и расходов регионов и проработка подходов к укреплению доходной базы местных бюджетов.Еще одно направление – цифровизация регионального планирования. ПРООН предлагает разработать геоэкономическую модель для определения перспективных точек роста, инфраструктурных потребностей и инвестиционных приоритетов регионов. Также планируется развивать цифровые инструменты, которые позволят использовать данные о потенциале территорий при принятии управленческих решений.Программа предусматривает поддержку малого и среднего бизнеса, повышение производительности предприятий и качества занятости. В регионах предлагается апробировать модели развития производственных кластеров МСБ. В сельской местности акцент будет сделан на диверсификации экономики, расширении переработки сельскохозяйственной продукции и повышении доходов населения.Стороны также обсудили совершенствование прогнозирования потребности в трудовых ресурсах с учетом будущих запросов экономики.Отдельное внимание уделено достижению Целей устойчивого развития ООН, в том числе интеграции ЦУР в государственное планирование и бюджетирование, совершенствованию региональных показателей, а также климатическим и водным вопросам.Серик Жумангарин подчеркнул важность дальнейшего сотрудничества с ПРООН и отметил заинтересованность Казахстана в региональных инициативах и развитии зеленого финансирования. Стороны также обсудили возможности расширения доступа регионов к финансовым инструментам, в том числе за счет международных кредитных рейтингов.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1315604?lang=ru

As part of his working visit to Adjara, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan Talgat Aduov visited the Batumi Oil Terminal and Batumi Sea Port, where he held meetings with the enterprises' General Directors, Marlen Tulegenov and Ulan Tleugali.During the meetings, the parties discussed the enterprises' current operations, prospects for their further development, and plans for cooperation with the Embassy. Particular attention was paid to supporting Kazakhstan's assets abroad and ensuring the effective utilization of their transport and logistics potential.In light of the strategic importance of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, as emphasized by President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the role of Batumi Sea Port and Batumi Oil Terminal in diversifying export routes and facilitating access to international markets was highlighted.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tbilisi/press/news/details/1315594?lang=ru

The International Center for Interfaith and Interreligious Dialogue has launched the International Online Center for Spiritual Knowledge, a new digital platform bringing together reliable information on world and traditional religions, humanity’s spiritual heritage, and international experience in interfaith dialogue.The Online Center brings together materials from the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, resources on religions and spiritual traditions, international research, analytical publications, and expert materials.The platform is not intended to provide religious instruction or promote any particular faith or religious teaching. Its primary purpose is to provide an open educational and expert resource that introduces audiences to religious traditions, the culture of dialogue, and contemporary issues in interfaith engagement.The launch of the Online Center marks a practical step in advancing the digital dimension of the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions. The new resource will make the experience and knowledge accumulated over the years of the Congress more accessible, while providing a permanent online platform for continued international expert dialogue.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-ottawa/press/news/details/1315595?lang=ru

Brasília, October 21, 2026 – On the occasion of the Republic Day of Kazakhstan, a presentation of a collection of Kazakh folk tales translated into Portuguese was held in the Brazilian capital. The book was published as part of the “Kazakh Library in Brazil” project. The event was organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, with the support of the Kazakhstan–Brazil Friendship Forum and the School of Nations.The presentation was attended by representatives of Brazil’s intellectual, academic, and cultural institutions, members of the diplomatic corps, local media representatives, as well as students of the School of Nations.In his welcoming remarks, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Brazil Bolat Nussupov emphasized the special significance of Republic Day as an important symbol of Kazakhstan’s statehood and independence. He also noted that folk tales are an integral part of every nation’s cultural heritage, reflecting its worldview, moral values, and traditions, while fostering mutual understanding among people from different cultures. The Ambassador expressed confidence that the publication of Kazakh folk tales in Portuguese would help broaden young Brazilian readers’ knowledge and understanding of Kazakhstan.Welcoming remarks and presentations were also delivered by Ulisses Riedel, President of the Kazakhstan–Brazil Friendship Forum and former senator, Cassiano Viana, President of the Brazil–Kazakhstan Chamber of Commerce and Barbara da Silva Vidal, Deputy Director of the School of Nations. Professor Edelсio Americo, Executive Director of the Friendship Forum and translator of the book, introduced the children to the characters, storylines, and educational messages of Kazakh folk tales. The book reading marked an important step toward promoting Kazakh culture and literature in Brazil.The event concluded with a musical performance by children of Embassy staff members, who performed the song “Ertegiler” (“Fairy Tales”). Guests were also treated to traditional Kazakh dishes, offering them an opportunity to discover Kazakhstan’s culinary traditions.In 2026, Kazakhstan and Brazil are marking the 33rd anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. The “Kazakh Library in Brazil” project makes a significant contribution to further strengthening the friendly ties between the two countries, expanding cultural dialogue, and promoting awareness of the literary and spiritual heritage of the Kazakh people.   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brazil/press/news/details/1315591?lang=ru

REGULATIONS OF THE “OQ STARTUP” CREATIVE COMPETITION FOR THE BEST PROJECTS AMONG ETHNIC KAZAKHS ABROADI. Main Objective of the Competition— The “OQ Startup” Creative Competition for the Best Projects is aimed at providing comprehensive support to projects in the fields of science, culture, IT, business, media, volunteering, as well as other creative and social fields.— The main objective of the competition is to promote the original projects of Kazakh compatriots and ethnic Kazakhs living abroad in Kazakhstan, facilitate networking and the establishment of connections among participants, and support their creative initiatives.II. Organization and Procedure for Conducting the Competition— Kazakh compatriots aged 15–30 who are citizens of foreign countries are eligible to participate in the competition.— Projects in the fields of science, culture, IT, business, media, volunteering, as well as other creative and social fields are accepted for the competition.— To present their project, participants must submit the following materials:1. Project Presentation— A horizontally recorded video in MP4 or MOV format, no longer than 2 minutes, or a presentation in PPTX or PDF format, consisting of no more than 10 slides.— The video or presentation must briefly and clearly present the main content and relevance of the project, its objectives, target audience, implementation methods, and expected outcomes.2. Brief Project Description (PDF format)The description must include the following information:— project title;— relevance of the project and the problem it aims to address;— project objective;— key project tasks;— target audience (who the project is intended for);— implementation mechanism and key activities;— project implementation period;— expected outcomes;— resources required for project implementation.If funding is required to implement the project, the participant must indicate the requested amount of funding and provide a detailed budget in the PDF document. The budget must specify the name of each expense item, quantity, unit cost, and total cost.The submitted video or presentation should provide a concise and clear overview of the project, while the PDF description should provide a comprehensive explanation of the project.Projects that have already begun implementation, are currently being implemented, or are planned for future implementation are eligible for participation in the competition.If a project is already being implemented, the participant must provide information on its current results, achievements, and plans for further development.For a planned project, its objectives, tasks, implementation stages, timeline, and expected outcomes must be clearly specified.4. Submissions are accepted via email at Oqbaiqau@gmail.com.5. Participants must submit their work, along with the following personal information — full name, citizenship, university and year of study, and age — by October 30, 2026.6. By submitting their work, participants consent to its publication on the official website and social media platforms of Otandastar Qory (Facebook, Instagram, and Telegram).7. Works are accepted in Kazakh, Russian, or English.III. Competition Period— Creative works will be accepted from September 30 to October 30, 2026.— The judging panel will determine the winners within 30 days after the competition closes.IV. Competition Results and AwardsBased on the results of the competition, the winners will receive the following awards:— 1st Place: Laptop and diploma— 2nd Place: Tablet and diploma— 3rd Place: Smartwatch and diploma— Special Recognition Prize: Bestemshe traditional board game and certificate of recognition.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-ottawa/press/news/details/1315596?lang=ru

Astana, October 21, 2026 – A series of business meetings aimed at expanding trade, economic, and investment cooperation between Kazakhstan and Argentina continued as part of a working visit to Kazakhstan by a delegation of Argentine companies.The delegation included Santiago De Luca, Honorary Consul of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Argentina and President of the Kazakhstan–Argentina Chamber of Commerce, as well as representatives of Clear Petroleum S.A., CPC S.A., and DFM Consultores S.A.At the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC), the delegation met with AIFC Governor Renat Bekturov. The parties discussed Kazakhstan’s investment opportunities and instruments for attracting foreign capital, including the Junior Mining Platform, a specialized platform designed to attract investment into early-stage exploration and mining projects.A separate meeting was held with Zhanar Nurzhanova, Managing Director for Business Development at NAC Kazatomprom JSC. The parties exchanged views on opportunities to develop cooperation in the uranium industry and establish business partnerships.The Argentine delegation also held talks with representatives of North Caspian Operating Company (NCOC), the operator of Kazakhstan’s North Caspian oil and gas project. Discussions focused on prospects for cooperation in the oil and gas sector, including oilfield services and infrastructure solutions.The working visit was organized with the assistance of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Federative Republic of Brazil and aims to strengthen direct ties between the business communities of Kazakhstan and Argentina, as well as identify promising areas for practical cooperation.On October 22, the delegation will continue its business program in Shymkent, where it will participate in the Kazakhstan Global Investment Roundtable (KGIR-2026).For reference: The Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) is Kazakhstan’s international financial hub, providing specialized legal, financial, and business infrastructure to attract investment and develop international business.NAC Kazatomprom JSC is Kazakhstan’s national atomic company and the world’s largest producer of natural uranium.North Caspian Operating Company (NCOC) is an international consortium serving as the operator of the North Caspian Project, one of Kazakhstan’s largest oil and gas projects.    Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brazil/press/news/details/1315579?lang=ru

20 October 2026, Ljubljana – A formal reception was held in the Slovenian capital to celebrate the Republic Day of Kazakhstan, marking the 36th anniversary of the national holiday and the 34th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Kazakhstan and Slovenia.The event marked the first official state reception organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Slovenia, with the support of leading business partners, representing a historic step towards strengthening Kazakhstan’s diplomatic presence in South-Eastern Europe.The reception brought together more than 200 distinguished guests, reflecting the event’s high standing and particular significance for the region’s political and business communities. Among the guests of honour were former President of Slovenia Danilo Türk, Mufti of the Islamic Community in Slovenia Nevzet Porić, Archbishop Metropolitan of Ljubljana Stanislav Zore, advisers to the President of Slovenia, government representatives, chairpersons of parliamentary committees, members of the diplomatic corps, representatives of state institutions and civil society organizations, members of Slovenia’s business, financial and industrial communities, prominent figures from cultural and artistic circles, representatives of the Kazakh diaspora, as well as residents and visitors of Ljubljana.In a special video message, Slovenia’s Minister of Foreign and European Affairs, Tone Kajzer, warmly congratulated the people of Kazakhstan on their national holiday. The head of Slovenian diplomacy emphasized the strategic importance of Kazakhstan and Central Asia in Slovenia’s foreign policy, noting that the opening of the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Ljubljana had given significant momentum to bilateral dialogue. He also expressed confidence that political cooperation and trade and economic relations would continue to expand, paving the way for the implementation of major joint projects.In his welcoming address, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan Altai Abibullayev highlighted the profound historical significance of Republic Day, drawing a connection between the adoption of the Declaration of State Sovereignty and Kazakhstan’s contemporary transformation in the context of global change. He outlined the country’s key socio-economic reforms aimed at building a just and technologically advanced state.Particular emphasis was placed on the outcomes of the referendum on the adoption of the country’s new Constitution, the elections to the Kurultai, Kazakhstan’s new unicameral legislative body, and Astana’s global environmental initiatives, including the national programme “Taza Kazakhstan” and the strategic initiative of the President of Kazakhstan to establish an International Water Organisation under the auspices of the United Nations. The Ambassador also underscored Kazakhstan’s role and contribution to ensuring the energy security of the European Union.Reflecting on the development of bilateral relations, Ambassador Abibullayev noted that Kazakhstan and Slovenia were entering a fundamentally new phase of enhanced partnership, underpinned by the historic visit of Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar to Kazakhstan.Promising areas for further cooperation include energy, digital technologies and artificial intelligence, transport and logistics, healthcare, green technologies, science, education and tourism.A major highlight of the evening was the official announcement of the entry of Kazakhstan’s KMG International into the Slovenian market, marking a significant shift towards practical energy and investment cooperation between the two countries.In light of Kazakhstan’s designation of 2026 as the Year of Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence, guests were particularly impressed by innovative video content created by the Embassy using advanced AI technologies. The presentation vividly showcased Kazakhstan’s technological ambitions and its commitment to innovation on the international stage.The reception in Ljubljana was more than a commemorative celebration, it was a powerful demonstration of mutual respect, a high level of trust and the shared determination of Kazakhstan and Slovenia to build a strong, long-term partnership amid evolving geopolitical realities. Reference: According to data from the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, bilateral trade turnover in 2025 amounted to USD 136.2 million. Trade turnover for January–June 2026 reached USD 77.5 million. Cumulative foreign direct investment inflows from Slovenia between 2005 and the third quarter of 2025 amounted to USD 221.4 million.According to Slovenian customs statistics, bilateral trade turnover in 2025 amounted to USD 215.6 million. During the first eight months of 2026, trade turnover reached USD 153.7 million.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-ljubljana/press/news/details/1315557?lang=ru

Cairo, October 21, 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Tileuberdi was received by Prime Minister of the Arab Republic of Egypt Mostafa Madbouly during his official visit to Egypt.During the high-level talks, the parties discussed a wide range of issues aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation and strengthening political, trade, economic, digital, and investment ties. Emphasizing the importance of developing bilateral relations rooted in mutual trust and fraternity, the sides consolidated a number of key agreements.To ensure food security, the sides discussed measures to launch comprehensive support mechanisms for direct supplies of Kazakh grain to the Egyptian market, leveraging the potential of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (the Middle Corridor).In the areas of energy and ecology, the parties endorsed exchanging experience regarding the construction of Egypt’s El-Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant and uranium production under Kazakhstan's peaceful nuclear program. Furthermore, the sides agreed to jointly promote the initiative to establish the International Water Organization under the auspices of the UN.At the conclusion of the meeting, the sides agreed to establish interdepartmental working groups to ensure the swift implementation of all reached agreements.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1315538?lang=ru

Addis Ababa, October 21, 2026 — A meeting was held with senior official of the Political Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia.During the meeting, a wide range of issues regarding bilateral and multilateral cooperation were discussed, and prospects for further interaction were reviewed within the framework of implementing reached agreements between the heads of state of the two countries during their meeting on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit, which was held in September 2026 in New Delhi.During the meeting, the parties noted the positive dynamics of trade and economic cooperation, emphasizing the growing interest among business representatives of the two countries in establishing long-term partnerships.The conversation also touched upon issues regarding the further strengthening of interaction between the foreign ministries of the two countries in the context of coordinating cooperation between sectoral ministries in such fields as higher education, artificial intelligence and digital development, energy, agriculture, military-technical cooperation, and transport and logistics connectivity. Furthermore, the special role of interparliamentary diplomacy in strengthening cooperation between Astana and Addis Ababa was noted. An exchange of views on cooperation in multilateral formats also took place.In conclusion of the meeting, the parties agreed to continue further interaction in the spirit of mutually beneficial cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-addis-ababa/press/news/details/1315525?lang=ru

The Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan, adopted at the nationwide referendum on March 15, 2026, as well as the Constitutional Law "On the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Kazakhstan", are available in audio versions in Kazakh, Russian, and English.The Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan: In Kazakh:   https://www.gov.kz/org/ksrk/press/article/details/247111?lang=kk In Russian:   https://www.gov.kz/org/ksrk/press/article/details/247111?lang=ru In English:   https://www.gov.kz/org/ksrk/press/article/details/247111?lang=enThe Constitutional Law "On the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Kazakhstan": In Kazakh:   https://www.gov.kz/org/ksrk/press/article/details/248246?lang=kk In Russian:   https://www.gov.kz/org/ksrk/press/article/details/248246?lang=ru In English:   https://www.gov.kz/org/ksrk/press/article/details/248246?lang=enThe initiative aims to improve the accessibility of legal information, ensure equal access to constitutional legislation, and promote an inclusive environment. The audio versions in English also allow a foreign audience to familiarize themselves with the main provisions of the Constitution and the legislation regulating the activities of the Constitutional Court.Official information resources of the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Kazakhstan: Website: https://www.gov.kz/org/ksrk?lang=kk Telegram: https://t.me/consot_kz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consud_kz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/18PYtTuBuU/Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-addis-ababa/press/news/details/1315493?lang=ru

Ankara, October 21, 2026 – A conference entitled “The Quryltai Tradition in the Turkic World: Historical Memory and Statehood” was held in Ankara to mark the Republic Day of Kazakhstan and the 35th anniversary of Kazakhstan’s independence. The event also featured the presentation of the Turkish-language edition of the book ‘The Phenomenon of Quryltai’.The conference was attended by Yerkebulan Sapiyev, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Türkiye; Kürşad Zorlu, Member of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye and Deputy Chairman of the Justice and Development Party responsible for relations with Turkic states; Adil Akhmetov, veteran of Kazakhstan’s diplomatic service, statesman, public figure and scholar; the book’s authors, scholar Orazbay Zaripbay and statesman and public figure Omarhan Oksikbayev; representatives of the academic and scholarly community; and Kazakhstani students studying in Türkiye.The conference addressed the place and significance of the Quryltai institution in the historical and political traditions of Turkic peoples, its role in the formation of statehood, and its historical continuity. Participants highlighted the significance of the Quryltai as a shared historical heritage of the Turkic world and emphasized its continued relevance as a traditional socio-political institution in the modern era.The presentation of the ‘The Phenomenon of Quryltai’ marked an important cultural and academic occasion aimed at introducing Turkish readers more broadly to Kazakhstan’s historical heritage and political traditions. The publication is expected to strengthen ties between the academic and scholarly communities of the two countries and contribute to a deeper study of their shared historical values.In addition, the guests from Kazakhstan met with Kazakhstani students studying in Türkiye and exchanged views on the constitutional changes taking place in Kazakhstan.The event contributed to the further development of brotherly relations between Kazakhstan and Türkiye, the advancement of cooperation rooted in shared historical heritage and spiritual values, and discussions with Kazakh students studying in Türkiye on the positive developments taking place in their home country.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-ankara/press/news/details/1315481?lang=ru

Ilyasheva Kulimkhan Ergalievna celebrates her wonderful 60th birthday with a huge life and professional baggage, a permanent and dedicated specialist.Kulimkhan Ergalievna was born on October 21, 1966 in the Irtysh district of Pavlodar region. Having followed a solid path in the financial and tax spheres, she has devoted more than 30 years to public service, and her total work experience is over 40 years!Her professional history impresses with its fidelity to the path she once chose. After graduating from the Almaty Institute of National Economy in 1991 with a degree in accounting and business analysis, Kulimkhan Ergalievna connected her whole life with numbers. An accountant and a tax officer are, after all, professions made up of one inextricable bundle, where accuracy, analytical mind and order are of paramount importance. Since 1992, she has been working in the civil service with honor and the highest responsibility, consistently performing the most difficult tasks with high quality.Work for Kulimkhan Ergalievna is her whole life, her native element and a source of inexhaustible energy. While many people dream of a quiet retirement, she admits with a smile that she simply cannot imagine herself without the usual rhythm, her beloved team and her native business. Over the years of service in the tax authorities of the Pavlodar region, she has worked her way up from a leading tax inspector to a chief specialist. Today, she is the chief specialist of the Department of Administration of individuals of the Department of Non-production Payments of the Department of State Revenue in the Pavlodar region, where she demonstrates the highest level of skill and deep knowledge of her field.For many years of conscientious work, high professionalism and dedication to her work, Kulimkhan Yergalievna has been awarded many awards, including the Certificate of Honor from the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the jubilee medal "Tengege 30 zhyl", as well as the high rank badge of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan "Karzhi kyzmetin uzdigi".Colleagues know Kulimkhan Yergalievna as a responsible, highly qualified specialist for whom income declarations, administrative subtleties and election issues have long become a real vocation and a strong point. But at the same time, she is an incredibly sincere, interesting and charming person. Being the youngest among the sisters in a large and friendly family, she sincerely and with a kind smile considers herself a bit of a spoiled darling, but at the same time remains a caring and sensitive sister to her younger brother. Warm meetings with relatives, support from loved ones and sincere conversations always fill her with a special light and harmony.Dear Kulimkhan Ergalievna, We sincerely congratulate you on your 60th birthday! We wish you good health, inexhaustible energy, warmth and happiness! May every day bring joy, meetings with family and friends warm your heart, and your favorite work continues for a long time and gives inspiration! Happy anniversary!With warmth and sincere appreciation,the staff of the State Duma of Pavlodar region Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1315469?lang=ru

Astana, 20 October 2026 – Arman Issetov, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, met with Gudrun Kugler, Vice-President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly (OSCE PA).During the meeting, the sides discussed prospects for further developing cooperation between the OSCE PA and the Kurultai of the Republic of Kazakhstan, including upcoming joint events and initiatives.Gudrun Kugler noted that Kazakhstan is an equal partner with considerable experience across various fields that it is ready to share with other countries. In this regard, she underscored the importance of further promoting the exchange of experience and best practices within the OSCE framework, highlighting Kazakhstan’s potential as an active participant in international cooperation.The meeting reaffirmed the mutual interest in further strengthening interparliamentary cooperation and fostering constructive dialogue within the OSCE PA on key issues on the regional and international agenda.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1315427?lang=ru

Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining a Taxpayer PassportTaxpayers operating in the catering and retail sectors are required to display their Taxpayer Passport at the locations where cash registers are installed and in publicly accessible areas to inform the public.For more detailed information about taxes, visit our Instagram page: @astana_mkd_dgd_astana.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-astana/press/news/details/1315408?lang=ru

The history of independent Kazakhstan began with an important event that marked a turning point on the path to statehood.On October 25, 1990, the Supreme Council of the Kazakh SSR adopted the Declaration of State Sovereignty. This historic document established the principle of the supremacy of republican authority within the territory of Kazakhstan and laid the legal foundation for the further development of an independent state.In 1995, October 25 was first granted the status of a national holiday, and in 2001, Republic Day was designated as a state holiday.In June 2022, at a meeting of the National Kurultai, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev proposed restoring Republic Day’s status as a national holiday. In the same year, the holiday once again took a special place in the country’s calendar.     Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-astana/press/news/details/1315398?lang=ru

At an expanded meeting of the Board of the Astana City Department of State Revenue, the results of its activities for the first nine months of 2026 and the achievement of key performance indicators were reviewed. Priority tasks for the second half of the current year were also identified.Opening the meeting, Serik Manzorov, Head of the Department, noted that ensuring the stable execution of the budget’s revenue side, improving the efficiency of tax administration, and enhancing the service-oriented model of interaction with taxpayers remain key priorities for the state revenue authorities.According to the Department, revenues to the national budget totalled KZT 2 trillion 760.7 billion in the first nine months of 2026. This represented 100.8% of the planned target. Compared with the same period last year, revenue increased by KZT 667.2 billion.The highest growth in revenue was driven by the following types of taxes:Value Added Tax (VAT) on goods, works and services sold within the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan — KZT 355.2 billion;associations in the oil sectorSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-astana/press/news/details/1315389?lang=ru

Cairo, 21 October 2026 – The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Mukhtar Tileuberdi, held an official meeting with the newly appointed 9th Secretary-General of the League of Arab States Nabil Fahmy.The two sides discussed key issues aimed at strengthening the strategic partnership between the Arab world and the Central Asian region. In his regard the Head of MFA of Kazakhstan congratulated the LAS Secretary-General on officially assuming office and highlighted the organization's vital role in defending international law and maintaining regional stability.As part of the discussions, the parties reviewed the potential signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding, which is set to reflect joint bilateral efforts to ensure peace and security in the Middle East.In addition, the parties exchanged views on topical issues on the regional and international agenda.In closing, the Kazakh side reaffirmed its strong commitment to elevating the dialogue with the League of Arab States to a qualitatively new level and wished the leadership of the organization continued success.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1315391?lang=ru

Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov attended a collective meeting of President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon with heads of delegations of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization member states and meetings of the SCO Council of Heads of Government in narrow and expanded formats in Dushanbe.The SCO Council meeting was attended by leaders and representatives of the governments of Belarus, India, Iran, China, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, as well as representatives of Mongolia and Turkmenistan as guests of the host country, along with heads of permanent bodies and public organizations of the SCO.In a narrow format, an exchange of views took place on the development of trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian cooperation aimed at improving SCO activities. It was emphasized that the scale of the SCO economies, geographic connectivity, and complementarity of industrial capacities allow setting more ambitious goals. Attention was focused on building sustainable supply chains, launching joint industrial projects, and strengthening transport connectivity. The Kazakh side raised issues of energy and water security, including the implementation of the Strategy for Development of Energy Cooperation until 2030 and the establishment of the SCO Water Problems Analysis Center.During the expanded-format meeting of the SCO Council of Heads of Government, issues regarding the further development of economic and humanitarian cooperation were reviewed, including through leveraging the potential of international partners. A report on the activities of the SCO Business Council and the SCO Interbank Consortium for 2025–2026 was presented.It was noted that the SCO has established itself as an authoritative international structure possessing significant economic, human, and resource potential. In the rapidly changing international environment, the ability of states to adapt to new realities in a timely manner acquires special significance.“Kazakhstan, under the leadership of President Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich Tokayev, is implementing a comprehensive program of political and economic modernization of the country. In July of this year, the new Constitution came into force, aimed at building a Just and Strong Kazakhstan. The steady development of each of our states strengthens the potential of the entire Shanghai Cooperation Organization. The scale of the SCO's economic opportunities is hard to overestimate. Our region represents one of the key hubs of the global economy, encompassing major manufacturing, energy, food, and consumer markets. I am confident that joining the efforts of our countries will provide additional impetus to the further expansion of trade and economic ties,” Olzhas Bektenov emphasized.In his speech, the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan highlighted practical measures for expanding mutual trade, developing transport and logistics infrastructure, enhancing digital connectivity, and introducing artificial intelligence technologies.Within trade and economic cooperation, the importance of further removing barriers and simplifying trade procedures was noted. Kazakhstan, as chair of the SCO Special Working Group, is systematically working to increase transparency, digitalization, and unification of all processes. An important area is the implementation of agreements to expand the use of national currencies in mutual settlements: their share in cross-border payments between the Republic of Kazakhstan and SCO member states has already reached almost 70%.In transport connectivity, Kazakhstan proposed establishing a systematic dialogue on integrating the Belt and Road Initiative with existing and prospective transport corridors in the region, as well as defining key targets for forming a unified transport system in the Transport Connectivity Strategy until 2035. As part of implementing the Action Plan for the Development of SCO Ports and Logistics Centers until 2030, it was proposed to step up joint work on modernizing seaports and dry ports and increasing their capacity. One of the platforms for practical cooperation could be the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, with traffic volumes planned to reach 10 million tons per year.In digitalization, prospects for expanding cooperation in artificial intelligence and exchanging technological solutions were discussed. Kazakhstan's experience in developing the digital economy was outlined.“Implementing the Digital Qazaqstan strategy, we set a course toward building an advanced digital economy and an AI regional hub. In the last 5 years alone, our IT service exports have grown 34 times, reaching $1.1 billion. These are impressive figures that reflect the growing competitiveness of Kazakhstani digital solutions. We are determined to sustain these results and continue offering our services as a digital hub across the SCO space,” Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov noted.Kazakhstan proposed using the potential of the UN ESCAP Asian and Pacific Centre for Digital Solutions in Almaty for technology exchange and scaling. An initiative to create a Network of Artificial Intelligence Centers under the SCO auspices was also voiced, aimed at uniting the technological and expert potential of member states.Meeting participants confirmed their commitment to further strengthening multilateral cooperation within the SCO and readiness for the practical implementation of agreed decisions and documents.Following the meeting of the SCO Council of Heads of Government, a number of documents were signed in multilateral trade and economic cooperation, transport communications, and the implementation of investment projects in industrial cooperation, among others. These included a Council decision on the Concept for creating a digital platform of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization for the development of international multimodal freight transport.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-dushanbe/press/news/details/1315370?lang=ru

Control of the customs value of goods is one of the key areas of work of customs authorities, since the amount of duties, taxes and other mandatory payments depends on this value. At the same time, verification of documents and information is not carried out for every declaration: customs uses a risk management system to identify potential violations and at the same time not create unnecessary barriers to bona fide business.One of the key areas of customs control is the control of the customs value of goods, since it is the customs value that is the basis for calculating customs duties, taxes and other mandatory payments.When is the verification of documents and information scheduled?An additional check is assigned if there are signs of a possible false declaration. The main conditions for it are:- Inconsistencies in the submitted documents;- Noticeable deviation of the stated price from the cost of identical or similar goods;- Lack of documentary evidence of individual components of the customs value;- Other circumstances indicating possible violations of customs legislation.Special attention is paid to the structure of the customs value: it is checked whether the costs of transportation, insurance, royalties and other mandatory charges are correctly included.How to avoid repeated inspections during regular deliveriesThe EAEU customs legislation provides for mechanisms to simplify administrative procedures. In particular, verification may not be carried out if you import identical goods under the same foreign trade agreement, but for a previous similar delivery, the customs authority has already confirmed the value using the transaction value method for imported goods (Method 1).To apply this mechanism, the following conditions must be met simultaneously:1. Single contract: goods are imported under the same foreign trade agreement as the previously verified shipment.2. A single method: the cost is determined by the same method – by the transaction price of imported goods (Method 1).3. The conditions remain unchanged: the key parameters of the transaction (the price of the goods, commercial and terms of delivery, the settlement procedure) remain the same.4. Absence of new factors: there are no new circumstances that can affect the cost or raise doubts about the accuracy of the information provided.5. Reference to the previous declaration: the new declaration should contain information about the previously completed delivery.This allows the customs authority to quickly compare the data and refrain from carrying out additional verification measures.The main thing that the declarant needs to consider isExemption from verification is not unconditional. If the risk management system identifies new risk factors or there is evidence of possible unreliability of information, an audit will be scheduled even if all formal conditions are met.This approach makes it possible to focus control measures on shipments that show signs of risk, while simultaneously speeding up customs clearance for bona fide participants in foreign economic activity.Thus, the application of a risk management system ensures a balance between effective customs control and the creation of favorable conditions for conducting foreign economic activity, as well as contributes to increasing transparency and predictability of customs administration.#Zamen_tartip_the Law_and_ Order   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1315372?lang=ru

Legality and Openness – Conditions for Attracting Investment Consistent compliance with legislation and transparency in business relations are essential for creating a favorable investment climate.The development of tourism infrastructure, the creation of new accommodation facilities, the organization of tour routes, and the introduction of modern services open up additional opportunities for entrepreneurship and job creation.Promoting the principles of "Law and Order" contributes to the formation of a business environment based on trust, responsibility, and respect for the rights of market participants. This is especially important for the implementation of long-term projects aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of the East Kazakhstan Region.A Common Cause – A Safe and Attractive Region Promoting the "Law and Order" concept requires joint efforts from government agencies, business representatives, public organizations, residents, and guests of the region.The Department of Tourism and Investments of East Kazakhstan Region supports the promotion of the principles of legality, social responsibility, and careful attitude toward tourism resources as key components of the sustainable development of the industry.Law and order is not only about following established rules, but also a culture of mutual respect, trust, and responsibility. By creating a safe environment, we strengthen the tourism potential of East Kazakhstan and establish the conditions for attracting investment.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tourism-vko/press/news/details/1315365?lang=ru