By order of the head of the office of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated May 12, 2026 No. 183-zh/k, Medet Madenovich Abiyev was appointed head of the West Kazakhstan Department of State Property and Privatization of the State Property and Privatization Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Medet Madenovich Abiyev was born on June 12, 1983 in the village of Kumkuduk, Temir district, Aktobe region.He is an economist and lawyer by education. He graduated from Kudaibergen Zhubanov Aktobe State University with a degree in Economics and Management in the Social Sphere and Industries and from the Russian-Kazakh International University in Aktobe with a degree in Law.He began his career in 2004 as a chief specialist in the Aktobe Territorial Committee of State Property and Privatization of the Committee of State Property and Privatization of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the city of Aktobe.From November 9, 2004 to October 30, 2025, he worked as a chief specialist, head of department and deputy head of the Aktobe Department of State Property and Privatization of the State Property and Privatization Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan.From October 31, 2025 to April 14, 2026, he held the position of head of the Department of State Property and Privatization in the Ulytau region of the State Property and Privatization Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/gosreestr/press/news/details/1219029?lang=kk

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Заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики Республики Казахстан Серик Жумангарин принял участие в открытии бизнес-форума «Экономическая интеграция и кооперация стран ОТГ: новые возможности в промышленности, АПК, логистике и цифровизации».Форум объединил в Астане представителей государственных органов, финансовых институтов, торгово-промышленных палат, международных организаций и бизнеса стран Организации тюркских государств.В своем выступлении Серик Жумангарин подчеркнул, что развитие сотрудничества в рамках ОТГ остается одним из приоритетных направлений внешнеэкономической политики Казахстана.По его словам, страны ОТГ формируют рынок с населением более 170 млн человек и обладают значительным промышленным, транспортным, аграрным и человеческим потенциалом.В условиях глобальной трансформации мировой экономики и усиления конкуренции за инвестиции, технологии и логистические маршруты особое значение приобретает практическая экономическая кооперация. В этой связи, как отметил вице-премьер, основной задачей становится переход от деклараций к совместным проектам, новым производствам, технологическим альянсам и взаимным инвестициям.«Казахстан последовательно выступает за углубление экономической интеграции тюркских государств. Мы видим большой потенциал в развитии промышленной кооперации, совместных агропромышленных проектов, транспортно-логистических коридоров, цифровых платформ и электронной торговли», — отметил Серик Жумангарин.Особое внимание в ходе выступления было уделено деятельности Тюркского инвестиционного фонда. По словам вице-премьера, Казахстан рассматривает ТИФ как один из ключевых финансовых механизмов поддержки совместных проектов стран ОТГ.«Для Казахстана принципиально, чтобы ТИФ стал не просто финансовым институтом, а полноценной платформой экономической интеграции, способствующей росту взаимной торговли, созданию новых производств и расширению инвестиционного сотрудничества между нашими странами», — подчеркнул он.На первоначальном этапе Тюркский инвестиционный фонд готов направить от $20 млн на проекты софинансирования. В настоящее время уже ведутся переговоры по участию фонда в финансировании развития инфраструктуры Международного аэропорта Алматы.Отдельно Серик Жумангарин подчеркнул значимость развития устойчивых транспортных маршрутов, включая Транскаспийский международный транспортный маршрут, а также модернизации железнодорожной и портовой инфраструктуры, что расширяет возможности для транзита и торговли между Востоком и Западом.Вице-премьер также отметил высокий потенциал сотрудничества в сфере цифровизации. По его словам, страны ОТГ обладают широкими возможностями для совместного развития IT-сектора, стартап-экосистем, цифровых сервисов, искусственного интеллекта и инновационных решений. В этой связи он приветствовал участие в форуме представителей Astana Hub, Международного финансового центра «Астана» и других институтов развития.Особое внимание, как подчеркнул Серик Жумангарин, необходимо уделять укреплению взаимодействия между бизнес-сообществами стран ОТГ.«Именно предприниматели являются ключевой движущей силой интеграционных процессов. Поэтому важно создавать максимально благоприятные условия для бизнеса - снижать барьеры, расширять доступ к финансированию, поддерживать совместные инициативы и укреплять деловые контакты», — отметил он.В завершение выступления вице-премьер выразил благодарность Организации тюркских государств, Союзу торгово-промышленных палат тюркских государств, НПП «Атамекен», а также всем партнерам и организаторам форума за совместную работу и значимый вклад в укрепление экономического взаимодействия стран региона.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1218873?lang=kk

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On May 8, 2026, another session of the internal speaking club "Speaking Club" was held.Moderator - Kairat Syundikov, the ethics commissioner of the apparatus of the akim (governor) of the Kostanay region.Training topic: "The Culture of Public Speaking".The event was held to improve the culture of public speaking, overcome language barriers, and develop skills for working in front of video cameras and large audiences.  How to overcome fear, hold the audience's attention, make a positive impression, and keep to the timing? What speaking techniques and tools of influence should be used?The trainer, a state language teacher from the regional language learning center "Til Darin," Bazarkul Akhmetzhanova, focused the listeners' attention on these and other questions.Public speaking requires preparation, psychological resilience, and self-control.Public servants should not publicly express their opinions on matters of state policy and official activities if those opinions do not align with the main directions of state policy, disclose official information not permitted for public release, or contain unethical statements regarding state officials, public administration bodies, or other public servants. Public statements on the activities of a state body are made by its head or officials of the state body authorized to do so. Public servants must conduct discussions in a proper manner, without undermining the authority of the public service.A public servant, regardless of position, must be able to formulate their thoughts, express them competently, and convey information to citizens (service recipients), colleagues, and partners.This applies not only to public speaking at receptions, meetings, and gatherings but also to daily work, including telephone communications. All seminar participants had the opportunity to speak before an audience, demonstrate public speaking skills, and their level of proficiency in the state language. Among the speakers were Natalya Sukhacheva - head of the department of the Regional Department of Physical Culture and Sports, and Madi Tolegen - chief specialist of the apparatus of the regional akim, a young public servant.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1218831?lang=kk

When conducting a customs inspection, customs officials have the right to:- request from the inspected party and receive from it commercial, transport (shipment) documents, accounting and reporting documents, as well as other information, including on electronic media, related to the goods being inspected;- require persons associated with the inspected entity in transactions (operations) with goods subject to customs inspection to submit copies of documents and other information on transactions and settlements carried out with the inspected entity or with third parties related to transactions (operations) with such goods;- to demand from banks and organizations carrying out certain types of banking operations, and to receive from them documents and information on the availability and numbers of bank accounts and the movement of funds in the accounts of organizations and individual entrepreneurs;- request from tax and other state bodies of the Republic of Kazakhstan and receive from them documents and information necessary for conducting a customs inspection, including those constituting state, commercial, banking, tax and other secrets protected by law (secrets);- send requests to organizations, government and other bodies (organizations) of the member states of the Eurasian Economic Union and states that are not members of the Eurasian Economic Union in connection with the customs inspection;- appoint a customs examination;- seal goods and vehicles;- attract specialists and experts;- to seize documents from the inspected person that testify to the commission of administrative offenses in the manner prescribed by the Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan on Administrative Offenses;- carry out other actions provided for by customs and other legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan. When conducting a customs inspection, customs officials are required to:- respect the rights and legitimate interests of the audited person, and prevent harm from being caused to the audited person by unlawful decisions and actions (inaction);- use the information obtained during customs inspections solely for the performance of the tasks and functions assigned to them;- ensure the safety of documents received and drawn up during a customs inspection, and not disclose their contents without the consent of the person being inspected, except in cases stipulated by the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan;- inform the inspected person of his rights and obligations during the customs inspection, the appointment of a customs examination, the collection of samples and (or) specimens of goods, as well as the rights and obligations of customs officials during the customs inspection;- not to violate the established operating procedures of the inspected entity during the on-site customs inspection;- During an on-site customs inspection, present to the representatives of the inspected party the order to conduct an on-site customs inspection, as well as their official ID cards or identification cards;- not to disclose information constituting state, tax, banking and other secrets protected by law, as well as other confidential information that became known during customs inspections;- perform other duties provided for by this Code.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1218782?lang=kk

In 2025, the Agency completed another cycle of risk-based supervision in the banking sector, within the framework of which a comprehensive assessment using the SREP (Supervisory Review and Evaluation Process) methodology was conducted.The annual SREP assessment became an important milestone in the development of risk-based banking supervision and provided a deeper understanding of the condition of Kazakhstan’s banking sector. As part of the SREP process, a detailed analysis of banks’ operations was conducted, including the level of development of corporate governance, internal control, and risk management systems.Following the supervisory cycle, the Agency applied a supervisory capital add-on ranging from 0% to 4.5%. The decision to apply the add-on was adopted in December 2025 by the Committee on Prudential Regulation Policy with the participation of the Agency and the National Bank representatives. All banks maintained sufficient capital buffers and complied with minimum regulatory requirements, taking into account the supervisory add-on.This report on the SREP assessment results helps provide a better understanding of current trends and risks in the banking system. The experience gained formed the basis for key findings and recommendations aimed at improving business processes and enhancing the resilience of the sector. External Communications Directoratepress@finreg.kzSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ardfm/press/news/details/1218771?lang=kk

Ulaanbaatar, May 12, 2026 – A ceremonial event marking the opening of a direct flight between the capitals of Kazakhstan and Mongolia operated by «SCAT Airlines» was held in Ulaanbaatar.The event was attended by the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Mongolia Almas Seitakynov, representatives of the Government and the State Great Hural of Mongolia, aviation authorities of the two countries, the management of «SCAT Airlines» and «Hunnu Air», tourism and ticketing agencies, business circles, as well as Mongolian media.In his remarks, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan noted that the launch of direct air connection between Astana and Ulaanbaatar is an important practical outcome of the agreements reached within the framework of the mutual state visits of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Mongolia in 2024 and the President of Mongolia Ukhnaa Khurelsukh to Kazakhstan in 2026.It was emphasized that the launch of the flight on 2 June 2026 will contribute to the further development of trade, economic, tourism, humanitarian and interregional ties between the two countries, as well as strengthen transport connectivity.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-ulaanbaatar/press/news/details/1218733?lang=kk

📅 On May 15, 2026, at 11:00 AM, an online fair in the format of a live broadcast will be held on the official Instagram page of the Department of State Revenue for the East Kazakhstan Region on the topic: “Procedure for Providing Public Services by the State Revenue Authorities.”✅ During the live session, speakers will answer questions of interest and provide explanations regarding the procedure for obtaining public services.🔹 We invite taxpayers to take an active part!https://www.instagram.com/p/DYRDt_yI-cj/?igsh=Mmo0NGRrZDBvOWZ3Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1218698?lang=kk

Dear defenders of the Fatherland!We sincerely congratulate you on the occasion of Defender of the Fatherland Day! We are always proud of the adult generation and the younger generation, who have made a significant contribution to the defense of our Homeland. We wish you well-being and prosperity in your noble cause, health and happiness, and peace for your families.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-zaysan-saryterek/press/news/details/1218705?lang=kk

Dear compatriots, dear veterans!I sincerely congratulate you on May 9-The Great Victory Day! I sincerely wish you good health, long and bright, carefree days of life, care and attention from your loved ones! Long live your family, long live the time of peace!Sincerely Yerkebulan Chakpakuly!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-zaysan-saryterek/press/news/details/1218718?lang=kk

THE ANNOUNCEMENT!!!The working group of the Department of State Revenue for the Karaganda region on internal analysis of corruption risks on May 20, 2026 at 3 p.m. at the address: Karaganda, N.Abdirova str., 36/3, in the assembly hall, will hold a public discussion of the results of identified corruption risks in the activities of individual divisions in the areas of tax and customs administration.📍 Venue:🏢 Karaganda, N.Abdirova str., 36/3Date and time: May 20, 2026, 3 p.m.📌 Place: assembly hall, Those who wish to participate are kindly requested to register in advance:Phone number for registration: 8 (7212) 513689Address: 36/3 N.Abdirova str., KaragandaOffice 309 — Office Investigations Department of the Human Resources DepartmentThe elimination of the likelihood of corruption offenses in the activities of state revenue bodies depends on your active civic position, timely identification and subsequent elimination of corruption risks!We invite everyone to participate in the public discussion.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-karaganda/press/news/details/1218685?lang=kk

On May 12, 2026, on the eve of Nurses' Day, the Akim of Batyr village met with the village's nurses, their heroines, and sincerely congratulated them on their professional holiday.During the meeting, he expressed gratitude and best wishes for their diligent work and responsible service in preserving human health. Special letters of appreciation were also presented to the specialists in this field, recognizing their work.We wish all the nurses who tirelessly work for the health of the village's residents good health, prosperity for their families, and success in their work! Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-munaily-batyr/press/news/details/1218662?lang=kk

Dear Compatriots!I sincerely congratulate you on the day of unity of the peoples of Kazakhstan.The first days of May celebrate one of the brightest and kindest holidays of Kazakhstan – the day of unity of the peoples of Kazakhstan.This is a holiday of friendship, respect and solidarity. These are the principles required for a peaceful life in a country inhabited by more than 150 nations. Kazakhs, Uzbeks, Russians, Ukrainians, German, Korean, Uyghur, Kyrgyz, Armenian, Georgian and many other nationalities live under the wide roof of Kazakhstan. Each of these nations has unique unique qualities, but on the territory of Kazakhstan we are one people living in peace. This is the essence of the May Day holiday.I wish you and your loved ones good health, happiness and joy, and success. Sincerely akim of the rural district E. ChetykovSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-zaysan-saryterek/press/news/details/1218676?lang=kk

In the village of Novostroyka, Samara District, a major renovation of the Balausa-2 sports and recreation camp is underway. Once construction and renovations are completed, the camp will be able to accommodate up to 160 children per season.Samara District Akim Serik Zhenisov, along with Kuat Okasov, Head of the East Kazakhstan Region Education Department, visited the site and inspected the construction and renovation work. During the tour, they inspected the camp grounds and new buildings and discussed the project's timeline and quality with the contractor.Currently, construction is underway on three new buildings with 120 spaces at Balausa-2, along with ongoing renovations to the existing two-story camp building. Previously designed for only 40 children, its capacity was later increased to 60. Once the renovations are complete, the camp's capacity will almost quadruple.The contractor has already begun renovation work. 25 people are working on the site daily.During the tour, Serik Zhenisov gave a number of instructions for the further development of the camp's infrastructure. Specifically, the camp was tasked with examining the installation of septic tanks, providing a perimeter fence, and addressing the need for a stronger power supply and installing a transformer.Furthermore, eight shade canopies are planned for the camp grounds to provide comfortable recreation for children during the summer.Special attention has been paid to safety and sanitary standards. Specialists have been instructed to study the requirements for a medical isolation ward, taking into account the camp's expansion, and determine the required number of beds.Press Service of the Samara District AkimSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-samar/press/news/details/1218600?lang=kk

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President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has signed the Decree "On Measures for the Introduction of Artificial Intelligence into the Secondary Education System of the Republic of Kazakhstan." The document defines the introduction of artificial intelligence technologies as one of the priority directions for the development of the secondary education system and is aimed at creating conditions for the formation of a modern, innovative education system as a key element of human capital.The Ministry of Education, together with the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development, as well as other interested state and local executive bodies, will ensure the implementation of the Comprehensive Action Plan for 2026–2029. This plan provides for the development of schools' digital infrastructure, the introduction of personalized learning mechanisms, the training of teaching staff, as well as strengthening measures to protect students' personal data and ensure information security.One of the areas will be support for small rural schools. As part of the implementation of the instructions of the Head of State, it is planned to provide schools with stable high-speed internet, modern technical equipment, and access to high-quality digital educational content. In the first stage, the pilot project plans to cover 500 small schools out of more than 2600 SCS in the country, with subsequent scaling of the most effective solutions.The Decree also provides for the approval of unified standards for the application of artificial intelligence in the secondary education system, including issues of educational content generation, assessment of learning outcomes, ensuring academic integrity, and the safe use of AI tools.Special attention will be paid to improving the qualifications of teachers and developing their digital competencies. At the same time, the use of artificial intelligence technologies is considered solely as an additional tool to support the educational process, not as a replacement for the teacher's professional activity.The Ministry of Education will also take measures to strengthen the protection of students' personal data and ensure that educational content complies with the requirements of state mandatory education standards.The use of AI does not imply replacing the teacher; on the contrary, it should contribute to enhancing the role of the teacher, reducing administrative burden, and expanding opportunities for individual work with students.The implementation of the provisions of the Decree will help form a more modern, technologically advanced, and competitive secondary education system, focused on the development of human capital and preparing the new generation for life and work in the conditions of a digital economy.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-bilim/press/news/details/1218597?lang=kk

In Kostanay, renovation works on the facades and roofs of apartment buildings are continuing as part of efforts to create a unified architectural appearance and extend the service life of the city’s housing stock.The ongoing work includes facade restoration, exterior painting, roof repairs, and replacement of worn construction elements. These measures are aimed at improving the visual appearance of residential areas, increasing building durability, and creating more comfortable living conditions for residents.City officials note that the modernization of apartment buildings also contributes to the overall improvement of the urban environment and enhances the aesthetic appearance of the city streets. The renovation campaign is being carried out in stages across different districts of Kostanay and will continue according to the approved schedule.Source: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX4e3pIsN7X/?Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1218582?lang=kk

Nairobi, May 12, 2026 - the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Kenya and Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the UN Office at Nairobi Barlybay Sadykov met with the Minister of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation of Kenya Eric Mugaa.During the meeting, the parties exchanged views on the prospects for developing bilateral cooperation in the field of water resources.Ambassador B.Sadykov informed his interlocutor about Kazakhstan's approaches and experience in addressing the issues of conservation and rational use of water resources at the national, regional, and international levels, and the adoption of the “Concept for the Use and Management of Water Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan for the Period 2024-2030” and the “Water Code”.Furthermore, information on the results of the Regional Environmental Summit held in Astana on April 22-24, 2026, as well as on Kazakhstan's initiative to create an International Water Organization (IWO) within the UN was conveyed to the Kenyan side. The Kenyan Minister highly appreciated Kazakhstan's efforts to promote pressing environmental and water issues and expressed its positive consideration and readiness to support the implementation of the IWO initiative.Following the meeting, the parties agreed to continue interaction on issues of mutual interest and agreed on further joint measures to expand cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-nairobi/press/news/details/1218445?lang=kk

The main objective of the Decree is to ensure the sustainable development of the Republic of Kazakhstan amid the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, as well as to create conditions for the development of a modern and innovative education system as a key component of human capital.In accordance with the Decree, by 1 July 2026, the Government will approve a Comprehensive Action Plan for 2026–2029 aimed at the broad integration of artificial intelligence into the secondary education system. The plan will include measures to establish mechanisms for personalised learning, develop digital infrastructure, train teaching staff, and ensure the protection of students’ personal data.The Decree provides for the practical implementation of recommendations made by Lee Kai-Fu, a member of the Council for the Development of Artificial Intelligence. It also instructs the Government to submit, by 1 June 2026, specific proposals for the implementation of a pilot project in secondary education, with subsequent scaling.These innovations are aimed at reducing the gap in the quality of education between urban and rural schools.By 1 August 2026, as part of the pilot project, schools are expected to be equipped with the necessary technical infrastructure, including stable high-speed internet access.By 1 September 2026, standards for the use of artificial intelligence in the secondary education system will be approved.Also by 1 September 2026, a plan of measures will be adopted to ensure continuous professional development and the use of artificial intelligence technologies in the educational process as an additional effective tool, without undermining or replacing the professional role of teachers.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-strasbourg/press/news/details/1218446?lang=kk