On April 15, 2026, in accordance with the plan of events for conducting informational and explanatory work for target population groups, approved by the Akimat of the Atyrau Region, an event for youth and senior students of the district's educational organizations was held at the "Önerpaz" House of Culture in the Makhambet District of the Atyrau Region on the topic "The Safety of Society is in the Hands of an Educated Generation".The Deputy Head of the Atyrau Department of State Property and Privatization, a graduate of the Bolashak program, and the Ethics Officer T.A. Adilbekova was invited to participate as a speaker as part of the republican informational and explanatory group and delivered a report on the topic: "Safety Begins with Education or My Path: Contributing to Society Through Education". Sharing her experience, T.A. Adilbekova explained to the youth the role of an educated generation in ensuring safety in our society.Furthermore, the speaker of the explanatory group, T.A. Adilbekova, met with employees of the Sarayshyk Museum and the Aidana Agro enterprise, where she focused on the role of education and science. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/gosreestr/press/news/details/1202126?lang=kk

Within the framework of implementing the Concept of “Law and Order”, as well as the nationwide campaign “Honest Police Officer”, on the initiative of the Internal Security Department of the Police Department of the North Kazakhstan Region, in cooperation with the Internal Security Group of the Department of Criminal-Executive System in the North Kazakhstan Region, an educational excursion to Institution No. 66 was organized for the personnel of the patrol police battalion and young officers of the Petropavlovsk City Police Department.The event was attended by 20 officers of the internal affairs bodies.The main purpose of the event was the prevention of corruption offences, the formation of principles of legality and zero tolerance towards any manifestations of corruption among employees, as well as the improvement of legal culture and service discipline.During the excursion, participants were provided with information about the activities of the institution, the conditions of detention of the special contingent, as well as the observance of the rights and lawful interests of convicts. Particular attention was paid to ensuring legality, the prevention of prohibited methods of influence, and compliance with international standards for the treatment of convicts. The norms of legislation on the prevention of torture and other cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment and punishment were also explained.The conducted event contributed to strengthening legal awareness, increasing professional responsibility, and forming an anti-corruption culture among employees. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/duissko/press/news/details/1202137?lang=kk

Within the framework of implementing the Concept of “Law and Order”, a working meeting titled “Right to Life” was held at the House of Culture in the city of Petropavlovsk, with the participation of representatives of non-governmental organizations.The event was attended by specialists from the Family Support Center, the Social Adaptation Center, the “Demeu” Coordination Center for Child Protection Issues, the “Senim Soltustik”, as well as the charitable foundation “Nadezhda NORD”.The meeting brought together around 60 convicts under the supervision of the probation service.During the event, representatives of the organizations conducted awareness-raising talks, presented the areas of their activity, and explained the types of assistance they are ready to provide to probationers facing difficult life circumstances. Particular attention was given to issues of social adaptation, employment, psychological support, and overcoming addictions.As illustrative examples, previously convicted citizens who managed to transform their lives were invited to the meeting: they overcame addictions, started their own businesses, and created families. Their personal stories served as an important motivating factor for the participants.The main objective of the event was to promote the resocialization of convicts, support individuals in difficult life situations, and prevent recidivism.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/duissko/press/news/details/1202144?lang=kk

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In the Department of Criminal-Executive System in the North Kazakhstan Region, the results of activities for the first quarter of the current year have been summarized.The operational meeting was attended by the leadership of the Department, heads of subordinate institutions, the Probation Service supervision unit, and heads of departments.During the meeting, the results of service activities over the past three months were examined in detail. Special attention was given to the analysis of key performance indicators, the effectiveness of task implementation, as well as issues of strengthening service discipline. Existing shortcomings were separately discussed, and ways to eliminate them were identified.Following the meeting, priority tasks and key areas of activity for the upcoming quarter were outlined, with an emphasis on improving performance and enhancing interdepartmental cooperation.In addition, in a ceremonial atmosphere, Major of Justice Chingiz Yusupov, who served in the internal affairs bodies for more than 15 years, was honored and sent off to well-deserved retirement.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/duissko/press/news/details/1202150?lang=kk

Date and time: April 17, 2026, 3 p.m.Venue: district of Beimbet MailinaGoal:Formation of a culture of cleanliness and respect for the environment among the population.Ecological actions "Clean Yard" will be held in the district of Beimbet Mailin.On April 17, 2026, "Clean Yard" events will be held in the district of Beimbet Mailin as part of the republican environmental campaign "Taza aula - Taza Kazakhstan!"The purpose of the campaign is to improve yard territories, improve the sanitary condition of settlements, form an ecological culture and involve residents in active social activities.As part of the campaign, it is planned to clean yards and adjacent territories from garbage, collect and remove solid household waste, whitewash and paint small architectural forms.Residents of the district, representatives of government agencies, youth organizations, volunteers and all concerned citizens are invited to participate. The campaign will contribute to the creation of a comfortable and clean living environment.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-bmalin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1202165?lang=kk

Abu Dhabi, April 15, 2026 – Acting on the instruction of the Head of State, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Special Representative of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yernar Lazar, who arrived in Abu Dhabi on a working visit, was received by Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan.During the meeting, the Kazakh Special Representative delivered a message from the President of Kazakhstan addressed to the UAE leader, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The message emphasizes that, amid the complex geopolitical situation in the Middle East, Kazakhstan reaffirms its support for the brotherly nation.In the message, the Head of State once again condemned the unjustified attacks by Iran on the countries of the Persian Gulf, including the UAE, and reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s commitment to the norms of international law, as well as to the principles of respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states. It was also noted that Kazakhstan consistently advocates for the settlement of international issues and armed conflicts by exclusively through diplomatic means.Furthermore, Y.Lazar conveyed that President Tokayev highly appreciates the significant contribution of Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to strengthening multifaceted cooperation between Kazakhstan and the UAE.In this regard, the parties exchanged views on key aspects of bilateral cooperation and discussed prospects for further deepening comprehensive cooperation within the framework of the strategic partnership.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-abudhabi/press/news/details/1202264?lang=kk

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An updated system of tax deductions has been introduced in Kazakhstan since 2026.Since 2026, an updated system of individual income tax deductions has been introduced in the Republic of Kazakhstan, aimed at reducing the tax burden for citizens.According to the information of the Department of State Revenue in Astana, in accordance with the current legislation, individuals have the right to apply a number of tax deductions when determining taxable income.In particular, the following types of deductions are provided:– tax deduction for social payments;– basic tax deduction;– social tax deductions.Deductions for social payments include mandatory pension contributions, contributions to compulsory social health insurance, as well as social contributions withheld from personal income, including under civil law contracts.The basic tax deduction is 30 times the monthly calculation index (MCI) for each month. In annual terms, its size should not exceed 360 MCI.Social tax deductions are provided for the following categories of citizens:– persons with disabilities of groups I and II — up to 5,000 MCI per year;– persons with disabilities of group III, children with disabilities, participants and equivalent to participants of the Great Patriotic War, veterans of military operations, as well as persons awarded orders and medals of the USSR for labor and service during the war — 882 MCI per year;– parents, guardians, guardians of children with disabilities, as well as adoptive parents and foster parents — 882 MCI per year (within the established age and term of custody).At the same time, deductions do not apply to employees of educational, healthcare and social protection organizations who perform the functions of guardians and guardians in the framework of labor relations, as well as to persons married to the parents of an adopted child.Social tax deductions are applied in the calendar year in which the basis for their provision arose.The application of tax deductions is carried out:– with a tax agent (employer);– independently by an individual, if the deductions were not applied by the tax agent.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kostanay/press/news/details/1202388?lang=kk

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From April 14 to 16, 2026, in Minsk (Republic of Belarus), the Minsk International Anti-Crisis Congress “Paradnaya Assamblya” was held, organized for anti-crisis (arbitration) administrators, representatives of government agencies, and other participants in the field of insolvency resolution.The event was attended by representatives of the authorized body of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the field of bankruptcy, as well as representatives of the authorized bodies of CIS member states regulating the field of bankruptcy and the professional expert community.The main objective of the Congress was to discuss modern approaches to the financial rehabilitation of organizations, the improvement of bankruptcy procedures, the development of cross-border insolvency mechanisms, and the introduction of digital technologies into insolvency resolution processes.Thematic sessions addressed issues of harmonizing bankruptcy legislation, including the development of a model law on cross-border insolvency aimed at establishing uniform approaches to regulating procedures when assets and creditors are located in different jurisdictions.Particular attention was paid to the development of digital solutions in the field of bankruptcy, including the introduction of electronic case management for insolvency proceedings and the transition to paperless administration of procedures, which contributes to increased transparency of processes and a reduction in the administrative burden.Following the event, the experience of the Republic of Belarus in the field of corporate restructuring and financial rehabilitation, presented during the Congress, was reviewed by participants as a practical example for further study and potential application in refining national approaches.The Congress confirmed the importance of strengthening international cooperation, developing unified approaches to the regulation of insolvency proceedings, and implementing modern digital solutions in the field of crisis management.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/1202402?lang=kk

The TNF 300.00 form IS NOT AVAILABLE IN the old CNP and IS SONO. KNP ISNA: new version of TNF 300.00Dear taxpayers,We would like to inform you that starting from April 15, 2026, a new version of the tax reporting form 300.00 — Value Added Tax Declaration for 2026 - will be available in the new Taxpayer's Office of the Integrated Tax Administration System (ISNA).What's new?The updated form has been prepared taking into account modern requirements and simplified tax reporting procedures.Up-to-date information and instructions for filling in are included, which will help avoid mistakes when submitting.Please note:The TNF 300.00 form IS NOT AVAILABLE in the old CNP and IS SONO. We recommend that everyone switch to the new platform for up-to-date information and reporting.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kostanay/press/news/details/1202404?lang=kk

Mayor of Bostandyk District, Azamat Kaldybekov, held a regular public meeting where residents had the opportunity to directly address own issues and proposals related to the development of the district and the quality of the urban environment. Heads of relevant departments and responsible specialists also took part in the meeting, enabling prompt review of all inquiries and the identification of specific response measures for each case.The Mayor of Bostandyk district will continue its practice of regular public rmeetings aimed at strengthening feedback with residents, ensuring prompt response to citizens’ requests, and systematically addressing issues related to urban improvement and district development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty-bostandyk/press/news/details/1202416?lang=kk

In Kazakhstan, April 15 is annually celebrated as the national Day of Lovers — Kozha Korpesh and Bayan Sulu Day. This holiday has been widely observed in the country since 2011.In connection with this commemorative date, this year the Civil Registry Offices (ZAGS) of the Mangystau Region of the State Corporation “Government for Citizens” received 15 applications for marriage registration. The cities of Aktau and Zhanaozen, as well as the Munaily district, are among the leaders in the number of submitted applications.Overall, 803 marriages were registered in the Mangystau Region during the first quarter of 2026.We would like to note that applications for marriage registration can be submitted through Civil Registry Offices, the e-Government portal, or online via mobile applications of second-tier banks. The public service is processed within one working day.We also remind you that the Civil Registry Department of the Mangystau Region is located at: Aktau city, 34th microdistrict, Building 9, in the “House of Friendship” building. The current addresses of city and district Civil Registry Offices are listed below.Addresses of district and city Civil Registry Offices:• Aktau – 34 microdistrict, Building 9, “House of Friendship”• Zhanaozen – 1a Satpaev Street, “Palace of Weddings”• Munaily District – Mangistau village, 24th quarter, 10/3• Karakiya District – Kuryk village, Satpaev Street, Building 209• Mangistau District – Shetpe village, Central Street, 46• Tupkaragan District – Fort-Shevchenko city, N. Ondassynov Street, 51• Beineu District – Beineu village, Kosay Ata Street, 4/6Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimat-beyneu/press/news/details/1202197?lang=kk

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Сегодня рабочая группа депутатов под председательством председателя маслихата К.Ермекбаева ознакомилась с работой по реконструкции стадиона «Жастар» в городе Аксай.В работе комиссии приняли участие заместитель акима района М.Нурмаков, руководители районного отдела спорта, градостроительства и строительства, представители подрядной компании ТОО «Қалдығайты», авторского надзора ТОО «Міras-2019», технического надзора ТОО «Жаңа Колсалтинг LTD». Заказчик строительных работ компания КПО б.в.На стадионе ведутся работы по строительству здания с залами для стрельбы из лука, перетягивания канат, игры в асык, настольного тенниса,  а так же гаражи для специальной техники и кабинеты для администрации.На стадионе предусмотрены беговые дорожки, поле для пляжного волейбола, поле для футбола, стрит воркаут и тренажеры.В рамках строительства так же предусмотрены ограждение стадиона, благоустройство, установка камер видеонаблюдения, в зимнее время планируется  заливать каток.В ходе работы депутаты маслихата внесли свои предложения и рекомендовали взять на особый контроль качество строительства.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/burlin-maslihat/press/news/details/1202462?lang=kk

On April 7–8, 2026, the 4th Belarus–Russia Tourism Congress and the International Tourism Forum Travel Hub “Commonwealth” were held, bringing together leading experts from the tourism industry across CIS countries.The event became an important platform for discussing current trends and future prospects in tourism development. In addition to the plenary session, the forum featured industry-specific sections focused on the development of agro- and ecotourism, gastronomic, patriotic, and business tourism, as well as issues related to экскурсионная and tour operator activities.More than 800 delegates took part in the forum, including over 80 experts representing government authorities, tour operators, the hotel and restaurant industry, investors, the banking sector, and transport companies. The geography of participants covered more than 20 regions of Russia, as well as Central Asian countries, including Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan.Kazakhstan was represented at the international platform by the Kazakhstan Association of Agro- and Rural Tourism. The Association’s President, Khalida Ashimova, delivered a presentation showcasing modern approaches and technologies for developing tourism infrastructure in the Burabay National Park.Participation in such international events contributes to strengthening cooperation between countries, exchanging experience, and promoting the tourism potential of the Akmola Region in international markets.The Tourism Department of the Akmola Region will continue its systematic efforts to develop the region’s tourism industry, implement modern practices, and expand international cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola-tourism/press/news/details/1202469?lang=kk

Riyadh, April 16, 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Saudi Arabia Madiyar Menilbekov, received Lama Alhamawi, journalist and Head of the Diplomacy and foreign affairs section of the leading Middle Eastern newspaper Arab News, at the Embassy.During the meeting, the Ambassador provided L.Alhamawi with guidance regarding her upcoming visit to Astana aimed at media coverage of the Regional Ecological Summit, scheduled to take place on April 22-24, 2026, and wished her a successful trip. In addition, the Ambassador provided comprehensive information on the content and significance of the event, noting that the key discussion topics would include pressing regional environmental challenges, climate change, efficient water resource management, and sustainable development issues. It was also noted that the summit will be held in cooperation with the United Nations and international partners, and is expected to bring together heads of state, representatives of international organizations, and experts.In turn, Lama Alhamawi expressed her gratitude for the support provided by the Embassy and confirmed her readiness to extensively cover the international event.Arab News is a leading English-language newspaper founded in 1975 in Saudi Arabia. The publication extensively covers political, economic, cultural, and social issues across the Middle East and globally, and is known for delivering high-quality and objective international news coverage.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-riyadh/press/news/details/1202472?lang=kk

On April 17, a bright and useful event will be held at the Al-Farabi Palace of Schoolchildren — the fair of children's educational and health centers of the Akmola region. The region is rightfully considered one of the best destinations for children's recreation: unique nature, clean air, picturesque lakes and modern centers create ideal conditions for children's health and development. The Tourism Department of Akmola region pays special attention to the organization of high-quality children's recreation, because the formation of a healthy and active generation is one of the key priorities. According to the results of the summer season of 2025, the total holiday coverage was 93% — 124,539 children, about 134,000 children were covered by all types of employment, 16 camps operated, 8 of them public and 8 private, while 2 camps operated year—round and 14 seasonally, 15,907 children rested in country camps (11.6%), which is 1,000 more children than in 2024, and the region has also received about 3,200 children from other regions. Special attention is paid to the development of interregional cooperation: On May 15, an interactive museum in the village of Burabai hosted a presentation of the region's country camps for the delegation of the Mangystau region. The program of the fair includes presentations of children's camps and centers, familiarization with recreation and development programs, as well as live communication with representatives of organizations. We invite managers, parents and all interested parties to visit the fair and choose the best opportunities for children's recreation and development!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola-tourism/press/news/details/1202480?lang=kk