📘 Updates on Corporate Income Tax (CIT)The Tax Code has undergone major changes regarding CIT — here's a brief overview of the most important ones 👇👥 Who pays CIT?✔️ legal entities-residents of the RK✔️ non-residents — through a PE or on income from sources in the RK❗️state institutions do not pay, but state secondary schools are excluded from benefits → now pay CIT📊 Differentiated CIT Rates🔹 20% — general rate🔹 25% — banks (except for business lending) and gambling business🔹 3% — production and processing of own agricultural and aquaculture products🔹 6% — agricultural cooperatives🔹 social sphere (except for NGOs):• 5% — in 2026• 10% — from 2027📂 New Structure of the CIT Section— income separately— deductions separately— income not included in AGI separately➡️ the rules have become clearer and more logical🏗 Investment Tax Preferences✔️ applied at the choice of the taxpayer✔️ can be applied before or after asset recognition✔️ software included✔️ requirements for the "production purpose" of buildings removed✔️ application allowed for leased assets✔️ control period introduced🧾 Fixed Assets— depreciation rates preserved— repair expenses:🔹 immediately to deductions🔹 or capitalization and depreciation (at choice)💱 Indexation of LiabilitiesCurrency indexation is accounted for as income or expense,but is not recognized as remuneration🚫 Limitations on Deductions❌ expenses from transactions with counterparties on the simplified tax regime cannot be deducted♿ Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (from 2025)Conditions:✔️ ≥51% of employees — persons with disabilities✔️ ≥51% of payroll — for themCIT Benefits:🔹 3–9 people — CIT reduction by 50%🔹 10 or more — full exemptionVAT benefits are also provided📑 Separate Accounting for Different CIT RatesIf different rates are applied —✔️ mandatory separate accounting of income and expenses💰 Advance Payments for CIT🔹 AGI threshold increased:• was — 325,000 MCI• now — 600,000 MCI➡️ fewer companies pay advances🔹 for the 1st quarter, advance payments are calculated by the tax authority (1/12 of the previous year's CIT)🧠 New Types of Income— digital assets and mining— increase in value— liquidation funds— long-term contracts— financial instruments💡 The changes to CIT are aimed at flexibility, digitalization, and reducing the administrative burden, but require more careful accounting.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zko/press/news/details/1154317?lang=kk

A meeting was held on the observance of moral norms of civil servants and the fight against corruption.   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-munaily-qyzyltobe/press/news/details/1154321?lang=kk

In accordance with the Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan “On Customs Regulation in the Republic of Kazakhstan,” a customs inspection is one of the forms of customs control.Article 420 of the Code establishes the procedure for granting access to officials of customs and other state authorities of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the premises of inspected entities for the purpose of conducting an on-site customs inspection.Upon presentation by customs officials of an order (instruction) to conduct an on-site customs inspection, as well as official service IDs or identification cards, the inspected entity is obliged to ensure access for officials of the customs authority and officials of other state authorities of the Republic of Kazakhstan involved in conducting the on-site customs inspection to the premises of the inspected entity (with the exception of residential premises) for the purpose of carrying out the inspection.If the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan establishes a special procedure for access of officials of state authorities of the Republic of Kazakhstan to certain facilities, such access shall be carried out in compliance with the procedure established by the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The inspected entity has the right to deny access to officials of the customs authority and officials of other state authorities of the Republic of Kazakhstan involved in conducting the on-site customs inspection in the following cases:1)if the said officials fail to present an order to conduct the on-site customs inspection and/or official service IDs or identification cards;2)if officials of customs authorities and/or officials of other state authorities of the Republic of Kazakhstan are not specified in the order to conduct the on-site customs inspection;3)if the said officials do not have a special permit to access the premises of the inspected entity, where such a permit is required in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.An unjustified refusal to grant access to the premises of the inspected entity shall be recorded by an appropriate protocol.Persons obstructing access of the officials specified in the first part of this paragraph to the premises of the inspected entity shall bear responsibility in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The protocol shall be signed by the officials conducting the inspection and by the inspected entity or its representative.In the event of refusal to sign the specified protocol, the inspected entity is obliged to provide a written explanation stating the reason for such refusal.A copy of the protocol shall be handed over to the inspected entity or its representative.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1154333?lang=kk

📢 Open House Day at the State Revenue Department for WKR📅 February 06, 2026📍 State Revenue Department for the West Kazakhstan RegionAn Open House Day will be held at the State Revenue Department for WKR, dedicated to explaining the provisions of the Tax Legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.🔍 Within the framework of the event, you will be able to receive consultations on:✔️ application of tax legislation✔️ procedure for submitting tax reports✔️ filling out and submitting:— FNO 250.00 «Declaration of Assets and Liabilities»— FNO 270.00 «Declaration of Income and Property»👨‍💼👩‍💼 Tax authority specialists will answer your questions and provide practical explanations.📌 All interested parties are invited to participate! Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zko/press/news/details/1154334?lang=kk

In order to ensure the safety of residents in the rural district, snow removal works are being carried out on footpaths.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-munaily-qyzyltobe/press/news/details/1154358?lang=kk

The Department of State Revenue for the Mangystau region informs that the payment for negative environmental impact under the Budget Code refers to special income.The Ministry of Finance has changed the budget classification code from 105316 to 401101 in order to bring it into line.The posting update from the TNF 870.00 declaration was set on February 3, 2026.Now, in order for the payment to be credited correctly to the budget, the payment must be made on BCC 401101.(unofficial translation)Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-mangistau/press/news/details/1154365?lang=kk

On 3 February 2026, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan between the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Uzbekistan, Beibut Atamkulov, and the Special Representative of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan for Afghanistan, Ismatulla Irgashev.The parties discussed the current state and prospects of cooperation with Afghanistan in the trade, economic and humanitarian spheres, and exchanged views on the implementation of investment projects.Ambassador B. Atamkulov highly appreciated Uzbekistan’s efforts aimed at facilitating the establishment of long-term peace and stability in Afghanistan, as well as its continued humanitarian assistance to the Afghan people. The Head of the diplomatic mission emphasized the importance of maintaining humanitarian support and the need for the gradual integration of Afghanistan into the region’s trade and economic ties.Particular note was taken of the effectiveness of the Contact Group of Special Representatives on Afghan issues, the next meeting of which is scheduled to take place in Astana on 16 February this year.For his part, Special Representative I. Irgashev briefed on the measures undertaken by Uzbekistan to provide humanitarian assistance and economic support to Afghanistan, and shared assessments of the prospects for implementing major projects in the transport and logistics sector and other areas.The meeting also addressed issues of regional security and stability, and the parties expressed their mutual readiness to further develop Kazakhstan–Uzbekistan cooperation on the Afghan track.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tashkent/press/news/details/1154276?lang=kk

В Правительстве под председательством заместителя Премьер-министра – министра национальной экономики Серика Жумангарина состоялось заседание Межведомственной комиссии по вопросам регулирования предпринимательской деятельности.В заседании приняли участие представители государственных органов, Национальной палаты предпринимателей «Атамекен» и отраслевых объединений, а также депутат Мажилиса Парламента РК Болатбек Нажметдинұлы. Одним из ключевых вопросов повестки стало рассмотрение анализа регуляторного воздействия в сфере частной детективной деятельности. Министерство внутренних дел предложило внедрить регуляторные инструменты, предусматривающие лицензирование частных детективов, установление требований к их рабочему месту, а также обязательное страхование профессиональной ответственности.Отмечено, что в настоящее время услуги частных детективов, включая поиск пропавших лиц, наблюдение и сбор доказательств по гражданским и административным делам, фактически оказываются без законодательного регулирования. Предлагаемые меры направлены на защиту прав граждан, обеспечение оказания услуг квалифицированными специалистами, а также соблюдение требований по защите государственной тайны и неприкосновенности частной жизни. Обсуждение анализа регуляторного воздействия по данному вопросу проходило на портале открытых нормативных правовых актов с 27 ноября по 2 декабря прошлого года, замечаний от общественности не поступило.Заместитель министра внутренних дел Санжар Адилов подчеркнул, что лицензирование и страхование профессиональной ответственности частных детективов являются необходимыми условиями для минимизации рисков вмешательства в частную жизнь граждан и повышения прозрачности деятельности данной сферы. По его словам, по аналогии с институтом частных судебных исполнителей эти меры будут способствовать формированию цивилизованного рынка детективных услуг, ориентированного на защиту интересов граждан.Также рассмотрены результаты анализа регуляторного воздействия в части обязанности собственников нефтебаз по оснащению резервуаров контрольными приборами учета (КПУ). Вице-министр энергетики Санжар Жаркешов проинформировал о ходе поэтапной цифровизации оборота нефтепродуктов в стране. В рамках этой работы законодательством уже предусмотрено обязательное оснащение контрольными приборами учета нефтеперерабатывающих заводов и автозаправочных станций.При этом отмечено, что действующие нормы устанавливают ответственность за реализацию и отгрузку нефтепродуктов без применения КПУ, тогда как ответственность за их отсутствие на нефтебазах при хранении и реализации топлива фактически не закреплена. В этой связи предлагается установить ответственность владельцев нефтебаз за установку и эксплуатацию контрольных приборов учета.КПУ обеспечивают автоматизированный учет поступления и отпуска нефтепродуктов, остатков топлива и движение ГСМ в режиме реального времени. В настоящее время нефтебазы в большинстве случаев остаются вне единой цифровой системы учета, что создает риски неучтенного оборота нефтепродуктов.Подчеркнуто, что отсутствие обязательного оснащения нефтебаз КПУ способствует сохранению непрозрачных сегментов рынка ГСМ, формированию серых зон и недополучению налоговых поступлений, особенно в условиях сохраняющегося ценового диспаритета с соседними странами на уровне 40–60%. Внедрение контрольных приборов учета позволит обеспечить сквозной контроль всей цепочки оборота нефтепродуктов, повысить эффективность государственного контроля и создать равные условия для всех участников рынка.По итогам заседания Межведомственная комиссия одобрила представленные результаты анализа регуляторного воздействия по рассмотренным вопросам.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1154164?lang=kk

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov took part in a meeting of the Regional Investment Headquarters (RIH) of the Kyzylorda Region.The event was organized by the regional akimat and was attended by representatives of the Administration of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the General Prosecutor’s Office and central government bodies.“Today Kazakhstan is entering a new stage of economic transformation. In the current global reality marked by intense competition for capital, we are moving from a passive approach to a proactive model of attracting investment,” – stated in his speech Deputy Minister Kuantyrov.He emphasized that the Head of State assigns a key role to regions as the main drivers of economic growth and diversification of the country, while the RIHs serve as an important mechanism for implementing Kazakhstan’s new investment policy.The selection of the Kyzylorda Region among the first was not accidental — in recent years the region has demonstrated dynamic development, attracting domestic and foreign investors to implement major projects aimed at diversifying the regional economy and creating new jobs. Over the past three years, approximately 2 trillion tenge have been invested in the region. By the end of 2025, 27 significant investment projects were implemented in the region, and investment in fixed capital amounted to 775 billion tenge, ensuring overfulfillment of the annual plan by 22.7 percent.As part of the visit, Deputy Minister Kuantyrov visited a number of facilities being constructed with the participation of domestic and foreign investors, including a combined-cycle gas-fired thermal power plant with a capacity of 240 MW and heat output of 277 Gcal, being built by the Turkish company Aksa Energy. The total cost of the project amounts to 215 billion tenge. Once it reaches its design capacity, the plant will fully cover the electricity needs of the Kyzylorda Region, transforming it from an importer into an exporter of electricity. In addition, the Deputy Minister visited the production complex of Kyzylorda-Nan LLP manufacturing bakery, confectionery and pasta products, as well as the medical center of the Turkish company Orhun Medical.During the visit, he met with Kyzylorda region governor Nurlybek Nalibayev. The parties discussed current issues related to attracting investment, supporting investment projects and developing the industrial potential of the Kyzylorda Region.Following the events held, further areas of interaction between central and regional government bodies on the support of investment projects were identified, and readiness was confirmed to provide comprehensive support to investors at all stages of project implementation in the Kyzylorda region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/invest/press/news/details/1154727?lang=kk

The 11th round of Kazakh-French political consultations was held in Paris with the participation of Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov and Director of the Department for Continental Europe of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs Brice Roquefeuil.During the talks, parties discussed a wide range of issues related to the further deepening of the Kazakhstan-France enhanced strategic partnership, as well as current issues of multilateral cooperation.Deputy Minister Issetov noted that the political dialogue between Kazakhstan and France is stable and based on mutual trust, supported by regular high-level contacts.During the discussion of economic issues, Deputy Minister Issetov emphasized France’s role as one of Kazakhstan’s leading European trade and investment partners, noting that the cumulative volume of French investments in the Kazakh economy amounts to approximately 21 billion US dollars. French companies are widely represented in the country and contribute to the development of Kazakhstan’s priority sectors, including energy, agriculture, transport infrastructure, industry, sustainable development and healthcare.In the humanitarian sphere, both sides confirmed their mutual interest in expanding cooperation in education, science, and culture.The sides also confirmed the closeness of their positions on issues on the multilateral cooperation agenda, approaches to strengthening international peace and security, as well as their commitment to the principles of international law and the UN Charter.Within the framework of the environmental and climate agenda, the Kazakh side expressed hope for an active stance by French partners at the UN Regional Environmental Summit to be held in Kazakhstan on April 22-24, 2026. The participation of the French delegation will serve as a logical continuation of the One Water Summit initiative, which was held under the chairmanship of the Presidents of Kazakhstan and France in December, 2024 in Riyadh.For his part, Director Roquefeuil reaffirmed France’s interest in further developing comprehensive cooperation with Kazakhstan and emphasized the importance of the practical implementation of existing agreements, which remain under the constant attention of the heads of states.As part of his visit to Paris, Deputy Minister Issetov met with Frédéric Mondoloni, Director-General for Political and Security Affairs at the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France, during which topical bilateral, regional and international issues were discussed. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1154178?lang=kk

On 3 February 2026, H.E. T.Primbetov, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Sovereign Order of Malta, met at the Magistral Palace with H.E. Ambassador G.Cantini, Secretary General for Foreign Affairs of the Sovereign Order of Malta and H.E. Ambassador P.Ferrara, Diplomatic Adviser to the Order’s Supreme Advisory Council.Ambassador Primbetov expressed gratitude for the warm reception extended to the parliamentary delegation of Kazakhstan, led by M.Ashimbayev, Chairman of the Senate, during its visit to the Sovereign Order of Malta in December 2025.The Ambassador briefed his interlocutors on key domestic political developments in Kazakhstan, noting that the country has entered a new phase of political transformation linked to conceptual amendments to the Constitution. He underlined that the constitutional reform is a continuation of the modernization agenda pursued by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, aimed at strengthening state institutions and advancing reforms in the interests of Kazakhstan’s multi-ethnic and multi-confessional society.The leadership of the Sovereign Order of Malta received the information with close attention and expressed support for the reform course being implemented in Kazakhstan.The parties also reviewed the state of bilateral relations and prospects for closer cooperation. They reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening dialogue and practical collaboration, including within the framework of the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, as well as in the humanitarian sphere. A number of potential joint initiatives were discussed with a view to deepening cooperation in these areas.The meeting concluded with an agreement to maintain regular contacts to coordinate efforts and ensure steady progress in relations between Kazakhstan and the Sovereign Order of Malta.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-vatican/press/news/details/1154183?lang=kk

Ljubljana, February 2, 2026 – At the meetings of the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Slovenia, Altay Abibullayev, with the leadership of world–famous pharmaceutical companies in Slovenia, the head of KRKA, Jože Colarič, as well as Chairman of the Board Gregor Makuc and members of the Board of Lek–Sandoz, the state and prospects for the development of bilateral investment cooperation and the expansion of the presence of their advanced drugs in the market of Kazakhstan were considered.The Ambassador noted that in the light of mutual activation and institutional mechanisms for supporting business, investment and foreign economic activity, the total trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Slovenia currently amounts to about 170 million euros, while a significant share of this volume is generated by the activities of KRKA and Lek–Sandoz companies, which underlines their strategic role in the development of bilateral economic relations. connections. The role of Kazakhstan as a regional hub for Central Asia and the Caucasus was emphasized, including the possibility of scaling up the presence of pharmaceutical companies in the markets of neighboring countries using mechanisms for harmonizing registration and regulatory procedures.The KRKA leadership presented one of the most modern and advanced pharmaceutical plants in Europe to the Ambassador of Kazakhstan, provided up-to-date information about the company's global structure in 70 countries, the scale of investments in the latest research and development, as well as the development of operational and commercial activities in Kazakhstan, including the expansion of marketing and professional cooperation with the medical community.During the negotiations with Lek–Sandoz, the main focus was on the regulatory environment and access to the Kazakh market, the company's participation in government and corporate procurement, as well as opportunities for expanding investment cooperation, including the prospects for localization of production, the use of special economic zones and instruments of the Astana International Financial Center to increase predictability and protect investments.The Ambassador invited the management of the companies to take an active part in the «AI&Digital Bridge» Business Forum in Ljubljana on March 12 and the meeting of the Joint Intergovernmental Commission on March 13, during which it is planned to discuss issues of innovative development, the introduction of digital solutions and the use of artificial intelligence in industry and the pharmaceutical sector. The companies are also interested in participating in the Kazakhstan Pharmaceutical Forum in Turkestan on March 4-5, 2026.The pharmaceutical companies confirmed to the Ambassador their mutual interest in deepening the strategic economic partnership, expanding their investment presence and forming a practical roadmap for cooperation focused on long-term sustainability, technological development and mutual economic benefits.Reference: KRKA's system employs 13 thousand employees, including 103 people in Kazakhstan, investments in research and development of new drugs amount to 185 million euros, it is planned to produce more than 300 billion tablets in 2026, the company's turnover amounted to 2.05 billion euros by the end of 2025, which is 7% more than in 2024. The Lek-Sandoz system employs about 23,000 employees, including 1 person in Kazakhstan, investments in research and development of new drugs amount to 100 million euros, and the company's turnover amounted to 530 million euros by the end of 2025.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-ljubljana/press/news/details/1154138?lang=kk

Ljubljana, 2 February 2, 2026 – The historic Julij Betetto Hall hosted a landmark cultural event: the "In the Spirit of Beethoven" concert, organized by the Academy of Music of the University of Ljubljana in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Slovenia.Renowned Kazakhstani cellist and professor Eldar Saparayev, performing alongside distinguished masters from the Berlin Philharmonic and the Zurich Chamber Orchestra - Tanja Sonc, Matic Kuder, Maja Rome, Zoran Marković, Miha Mitev, and Andrej Žust - presented one of Ludwig van Beethoven's most brilliant masterpieces: the Septet in E-flat major, Op. 20.The venue brought together members of Ljubljana’s diplomatic corps, business leaders, the academic community, prominent figures in the arts, and friends of Kazakhstan, as well as students and residents of the Slovenian capital. The evening was met with a resounding full house, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all attendees and reaffirming Kazakhstan's status as a nation with profound musical potential. Thanks to a live broadcast on Slovenia's national radio, these world-class classical performances were heard in real-time by listeners across the country.The concert, which evoked unforgettable emotions and concluded with a prolonged standing ovation, has truly become a "spiritual bridge," attesting to the high reputation of the Kazakhstani classical music school in Europe. Such initiatives by the Embassy will continue, deepening friendly ties and bringing our nations closer through the universal language of art.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-ljubljana/press/news/details/1154140?lang=kk

Strasbourg, January 29-30, 2026 – the Bureau of the European Steering Committee for Youth (CDEJ) of the Council of Europe convened at the European Youth Centre. At the meeting, Kazakhstan was represented by Mr.Valikhan Bakhretdinov, President of Kazakhstan-EU Gateway.During the sessions, the Kazakh delegation presented national achievements in the field of youth policy, with particular emphasis on strengthening youth participation, enhancing civic engagement, and reinforcing institutional support for youth initiatives. Members of the CDEJ Bureau were briefed on Kazakhstan’s progress in advancing youth policy priorities and expressed their readiness to further develop cooperation and joint initiatives.Kazakhstan reaffirmed its active engagement in major youth-related activities of the Council of Europe, including the follow-up processes linked to the 10th Conference of Ministers Responsible for Youth, held in Malta in October 2025. The outcomes of this conference continue to serve as an important framework for strengthening international cooperation, promoting the democratic participation of young people, and advancing strategic youth policy initiatives.Kazakhstan’s contribution to European youth cooperation was also highlighted within broader youth work development processes, including platforms focused on strengthening democracy, improving the quality of youth work, and defining future priorities for the youth sector.As part of the ongoing dialogue, an action-oriented approach was outlined to further enhance cooperation between Kazakhstan and the Council of Europe in the field of youth policy. Key areas of cooperation include the development of youth centres, increased involvement of Kazakh youth in European environmental and civic projects, and expanded awareness-raising activities in the area of human rights education.Kazakhstan’s participation in the CDEJ Bureau sessions underscores its continued commitment to international youth cooperation and to the shared values of democracy, human rights, and active youth participation promoted by the Council of Europe.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-strasbourg/press/news/details/1154146?lang=kk

A meeting was held at the M. Auezov South Kazakhstan University in Shymkent to discuss and explain the draft of the new Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The meeting was attended by the Deputy Akim of Shymkent, Sarsen Kuranbek, the Vice-Rector for Social and Educational Work of the University, Gani Besbayev, the teaching staff, and students. During the meeting, the main directions of the constitutional reform and the essence of the new draft Constitution were explained in detail. It was noted that the main goal of the reform is to improve the system of public administration, strengthen the role of people's power, and form effective mechanisms for protecting the rights and freedoms of citizens. This initiative was assessed as an important step aimed at strengthening the internal stability and legal framework of the country in the context of current global geopolitical processes. Speaking at the event, Gani Besbayev, vice-rector for social and educational work of the university, touched upon the role of the Constitution in the life of society. According to him, the Constitution is the main document that forms the legal consciousness of every citizen, therefore, knowing and understanding it is a common duty for everyone. During the meeting, special attention was paid to the issue of land and language, which is often discussed in society. Speaking on this topic, Deputy Mayor of Shymkent Sarsen Kuranbek, based on real data, explained in detail, comparing the demographic situation during the period of the Constitution adopted in 1995 and the current situation. In addition, Sarsen Kuranbek stressed the need to critically examine opinions aimed at politicizing language and land issues and creating discord in society. According to him, it is extremely important for every citizen to put the interests of the state first at such an important time. During the meeting, the Head of State's statement on the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan that the Kazakh language has become the language of interethnic communication in Kazakhstan was also noted. This indicates the increasing role of the Kazakh language in the public space. At the end of the meeting, participants asked questions about the new draft Constitution and received meaningful answers. The meeting was aimed at increasing the legal literacy of young people and strengthening civic responsibility for the future of the country. It is worth noting that the new Constitution is a document of strategic importance, developed in accordance with the new historical period of independent Kazakhstan. It is considered a legal framework aimed at the development of the state, taking into account the demands of society and the will of the people.

In Shymkent, work is being carried out in stages to provide housing for citizens in need. This time, 26 more families on the housing waiting list received their long-awaited homes. They were ceremoniously handed the keys to new rental apartments located in Asar-2, Bozaryk and Turan microdistricts. The majority of new apartment owners fall into the category of citizens in need of social support. In particular, they include people with disabilities, families raising children with special needs, single-parent families, people left without parental care, and orphans. The mayor of Shymkent, Gabit Syzdykbekov, who participated in the ceremony of handing over the keys to the apartments, congratulated the owners and noted that providing residents with affordable housing is one of the important directions being implemented within the framework of the instructions of the Head of State to improve the quality of life of the population. According to him, the housing policy in the city is based on the principles of social justice and is aimed at citizens in real need. It is worth noting that the process of allocating housing is carried out in strict accordance with the requirements of current legislation, in an established manner. This allows ensuring equal access to state support measures, transparency and fairness for citizens on the housing queue. Work continues on a systematic solution to the housing problem in Shymkent. Last year, in order to form a housing fund for socially vulnerable groups, the akimat purchased 544 apartments and transferred them to Otbasy Bank JSC. The bank carried out all organizational and contractual procedures, and in 2025, 235 apartments were handed over to their owners. Since the beginning of the year, 241 apartments have been transferred. The remaining apartments will be distributed this year in accordance with the order of priority.

First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerzhan Ashikbayev held a meeting with Utsav Kumar, Country Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in Kazakhstan.The Asian Development Bank is one of Kazakhstan’s key international partners, with cooperation spanning more than 30 years and having acquired a long-term and strategic character.“ADB projects in Kazakhstan have a tangible and positive impact, making a significant contribution to the country’s sustainable economic development, infrastructure modernization and the implementation of institutional reforms. We highly value ADB’s support in such priority areas as transport connectivity and regional integration, energy and renewable energy sources, modernization of energy infrastructure, support for small and medium-sized enterprises, and expansion of access to financial services,” Yerzhan Ashikbayev stated during the meeting.At the same time, he emphasized the importance of increasing the efficiency of ongoing projects and ensuring their practical contribution to Kazakhstan’s further socio-economic development.The First Deputy Minister briefed the ADB Country Director on the large-scale economic and constitutional reforms underway in Kazakhstan, highlighting the importance of aligning project selection processes with the priorities of the transformations being implemented in the country.In turn, Utsav Kumar noted the close and constructive cooperation between ADB and the Government of Kazakhstan, emphasizing that over the years of partnership the Bank has invested more than 7.5 billion US dollars in the country’s economy. He also expressed ADB’s readiness to further deepen the partnership and expand the portfolio of socially and economically significant projects.The parties discussed the upcoming visit of ADB President Masato Kanda to Kazakhstan in spring 2026, which is regarded as a confirmation of the strategic nature of the partnership between the Republic of Kazakhstan and ADB.At the conclusion of the meeting, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan confirmed its readiness to continue cooperation with ADB and its representation in Kazakhstan on issues of mutual interest.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1154109?lang=kk

📉 Reduction of Tax Burden for Micro and Small Businesses2026 — Starting with a "Clean Slate"The state is easing tax administration for micro and small businesses during the transition to the new Tax Code.Starting January 1, 2026, relief measures for tax obligations for periods before January 1, 2026, will be introduced.🔹 What's changing:1️⃣ Fewer audits for past years• desk audits (automatic reporting checks) will not be conducted;• tax audits for these periods will not be scheduled.❗ Exceptions:The measures do not apply to:• reports submitted after December 17, 2025 (including reports for Q4 and H2 2025);• obligations with non-residents;• cases involving criminal proceedings and prosecutor's office demands;• audits based on complaints from the entrepreneurs themselves.2️⃣ Ceasing court appeals• no lawsuits will be filed to invalidate transactions concluded before 2026;• no lawsuits will be filed to invalidate business registration or re-registration conducted before 2026.3️⃣ Simplified liquidationTermination of activity in a simplified manner for tax periods before January 1, 2026, will be conducted without desk control.4️⃣ Write-off of penalties and fines.If a micro or small business entity fully repays the principal debt amount as of January 1, 2026, during the period from January 1 to March 31, 2026, the following will be written off:- all penalties accrued on this debt;- tax fines outstanding as of January 1, 2026;- penalties and fines for taxes and payments for which payment deadlines were previously changed (including within rehabilitation and bankruptcy procedures), provided obligations are fully fulfilled before April 1, 2026.It is important to know that the write-off applies only to penalties and fines — the principal tax amount must be paid in full.5️⃣ Administrative liabilityMicro and small businesses will not be held administratively liable:• for failure to register for VAT on turnovers before January 1, 2026;• for failure to submit tax reports for periods before January 1, 2026.More details🔗https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1134101?lang=ruSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zko/press/news/details/1154039?lang=kk

The city stage of the school basketball league among students of grades 7-8 and girls, which is held within the framework of the national School league, has started in Kostanay.The competition will be held from January 31 to February 20. The first round will take place in a sports and recreation complex located at 26a Yubileyny microdistrict.National teams of secondary schools of the city will take part in the tournament. Great matches, intense competition and a display of team spirit await the participants and fans.We wish all the teams success and decent results.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1154052?lang=kk

KazAID and TIKA discussed prospects for cooperation in 2026-2027On 3 February 2026, a meeting was held between Mr. Arken Arystanov, Chairman of the Executive Board of KazAID, and Mr. Fuat Erdoğmuş, Coordinator of the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) in the Republic of Kazakhstan.During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for the joint implementation of programmes in the fields of education and healthcare in 2026, including the continuation of the “Avicenna: Healthcare” project, as well as the organization of a Joint Early Years Investment Forum in cooperation with UNICEF. A prospective project aimed at training women teachers from partner countries in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) in schools of Kazakhstan was also reviewed, along with other priority areas planned for 2027.The parties confirmed their readiness to further strengthen cooperation and to exchange experience and knowledge in the field of Official Development Assistance (ODA) within the framework of the Memorandum of Understanding between the two agencies.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazaid/press/news/details/1154057?lang=kk