Tokyo, March 30, 2026 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Japan Yerlan Baudarbek-Kozhatayev held a meeting with Chairman of Japan’s Export and Investment Insurance Agency (NEXI) Atsuo Kuroda.The parties discussed prospects for the further development of investment, trade, and economic cooperation, as well as the expansion of interaction in the field of insurance and financial support for joint projects, including NEXI’s risk coverage mechanisms for contract implementation.Particular attention was paid to the implementation of the Memorandum of Cooperation between Export Credit Agency of Kazakhstan and Nippon Export and Investment Insurance Agency, signed in December 2025 during the official visit of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Tokyo.NEXI Chairman A.Kuroda confirmed the Japanese side’s interest in further developing cooperation with Kazakhstan and expressed readiness to consider the possibility of providing financial and insurance support for projects involving Japanese companies in Kazakhstan, highlighting the potential for bilateral cooperation in such areas as energy, critical minerals, logistics, and others.A.Kuroda also noted that NEXI will send a delegation to Kazakhstan to participate in the Meeting of the International Union of Credit and Investment Insurers (the Berne Union), which will take place in Astana in May 2026.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tokyo/press/news/details/1189613?lang=kk

In accordance with the Standard Rules for Conducting an Internal Analysis of Corruption Risks, approved by order of the Chairman of the Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Civil Service and Anti-Corruption Affairs No. 12 dated October 19, 2016, from April 13-30, 2026, it is planned to conduct an internal analysis of corruption risks in the State Institution "Public Procurement Department of the Zhetisu Region" in the following areas:1) identification of corruption risks in regulatory legal acts affecting the activities of a state institution;2) identification of corruption risks in the organizational and management activities of a state institution.If there are proposals on corruption risks, you can contact by phone: 8 7282 402692, Zharylkhasynova Aigerim Kanatovna.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-sp/press/news/details/1189648?lang=kk

On March 27, 2026, Ambassador-at-Large – Head of the Representative Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty Zhanibek Abdrashov participated and delivered a welcoming speech at the opening ceremony of the Honorary Consulate of Moldova in Almaty. In his speech, Ambassador emphasized the development of Kazakhstan-Moldova relations and expressed confidence in the further deepening of friendly and mutually beneficial relations between the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-almaty/press/news/details/1189516?lang=kk

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Addis Ababa, March 28, 2026 – The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Ethiopia hosted a solemn celebration of Nauryz, bringing together representatives of the Ethiopian diplomatic corps, the "Club of Friends of Kazakhstan in Ethiopia," public associations, and the business community.Opening the event, the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Ethiopia and Permanent Representative of Kazakhstan to the African Union, Zhalgas Adilbayev, extended warm congratulations to all participants and spoke about the new format of Nauryz celebrations in Kazakhstan."In Kazakhstan, Nauryz is celebrated as the traditional New Year. Starting from 2024, at the proposal of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the Nauryz holiday in Kazakhstan is celebrated over 10 days - from March 14 to 23. This decade has been named 'Nauryznama.' Each day carries its own unique name and significance, reflecting the profound essence of the Nauryz holiday," the Ambassador noted.According to him, March 21 is recognized annually worldwide as International Nauryz Day. This ancient holiday marks the arrival of spring and the renewal of nature. It is celebrated across many regions of the world, including the Balkans, the Caucasus, Central Asia, the Middle East, Iran, Pakistan, India, and beyond. Nauryz promotes the values of peace, family, reconciliation, and good neighborliness, contributing to cultural diversity and friendship among nations.The Kazakhstani diplomat also observed that this year, the Christian fast of Hudade Tsome coincided with the Nauryz celebrations. He reminded the guests of the cultural significance of the "Nauryz" holiday, which led to its inclusion in the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.During the event, participants enjoyed the sounds of traditional Kazakh kuis such as "Saryarka," "Adai," "Konilashar," and "Balbyrauyn." They also admired the beauty of traditional Kazakh attire and sampled authentic Kazakh dishes, including Nauryz-kozhe, beshbarmak, kuyrdak, and baursaks. Additionally, a film showcasing the celebration of Nauryz in Kazakhstan was presented to the guests.Overall, the attendees highlighted the universal nature of the values embodied by Nauryz and congratulated one another on this festival of Spring, peace, harmony, and renewal. They expressed their wishes for unity, peace, kindness, and prosperity for the people of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-addis-ababa/press/news/details/1189409?lang=kk

Deputy of the polling station No. 1 Zhomartov Rashid Zhomartovich held a personal reception for citizens, during which residents addressed questions related to the flood situation, as well as personal appeals of a social and domestic nature. During the reception, each applicant was given the necessary explanations and consultations.All received requests have been accepted, and appropriate requests will be sent to the competent authorities and organizations. The implementation of the issues raised has been taken under parliamentary control, their resolution will be carried out in accordance with the procedure established by law, followed by informing the applicants.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/maslikhat-ulken-naryn/press/news/details/1189422?lang=kk

The Department of State Revenue for the Mangystau region recalls that the deadline for payment of vehicle tax for 2025 for individuals expires on April 1, 2026.The tax is calculated independently in accordance with the rates established by the tax legislation. At the same time, the monthly calculation index (MCI), effective in 2025, is applied in the amount of 3,932 tenge.You can calculate the tax using a calculator on the web portal. portal.kgd.gov.kz .At the same time, the tax authorities annually calculate the tax on vehicles of individuals for the relevant tax period in order to determine the balance of calculations. Information about the accrued tax amounts is sent to users of mobile applications of second-tier banks in the form of PUSH notifications.We remind you that starting from April 2, 2026, a penalty will be charged for each day of late payment of taxes. If there are tax arrears and accrued penalties, from May 10 of this year, the tax authorities will apply penalties.If the amount owed exceeds 1 MCI, a tax order for debt collection is sent to the debtor. If the debt is not paid off within 5 business days from the date of delivery of the tax order, it is sent to a private bailiff for enforcement.In turn, private bailiffs have the right to apply enforcement measures, including seizing bank accounts and property. In addition, if the amount owed exceeds 40 MCI, a citizen may be temporarily restricted from leaving the Republic of Kazakhstan.In order to prevent negative consequences, we recommend that you fulfill your tax obligations in a timely manner, and if you have any questions, contact the state revenue authorities or the Contact Center.Information about the amount of tax is posted on the web portal portal.kgd.gov.kz in the Upcoming Payments for Individuals service, as well as in the mobile applications of second-tier banks. (Unofficial translation)Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-mangistau/press/news/details/1190390?lang=kk

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Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs — Commander-in-Chief of the National Guard, Major General Ansagan Baltabekov, conducted a working visit to the regional command “Oñtüstik,” where he inspected the progress of military construction projects in Almaty and Turkestan.During the inspection, special attention was paid to the quality of construction and installation works, adherence to deadlines, and compliance of the facilities with modern standards.In Almaty, the Commander-in-Chief reviewed the implementation of a project to accommodate an operational battalion in the Turksib district. At the site, where construction has been ongoing since 2022, the final stage of equipping buildings and preparing infrastructure for commissioning is nearing completion.The complex includes barracks, a canteen, a medical unit, vehicle parks, engineering and logistics facilities, as well as infrastructure for the canine service.In addition, construction continues in military unit 5571 on a five-story multifunctional building that will house a medical block and brigade units. The total capacity of the facility will exceed 400 servicemen.In Turkestan, Major General Ansagan Baltabekov inspected the construction of a National Guard military camp being developed on an area of 10 hectares. Work is currently underway on the erection of main structures and engineering infrastructure.At the same time, construction of new military camps and barracks is ongoing in the cities of Kyzylorda, Zhezkazgan, Uralsk, and Atyrau, reflecting systematic efforts to create modern service conditions for law enforcement troops personnel.The implementation of these projects is aimed at developing modern military infrastructure, strengthening the material and technical base, and enhancing the operational readiness of units.Following the visit, the Commander-in-Chief issued a number of instructions to improve the quality and pace of construction, emphasizing that the facilities being built must meet modern standards and fully support the needs of personnel and the tasks of the law enforcement troops. Press Service of the National GuardMinistry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/1189400?lang=kk

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In accordance with amendments to the Social Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, which provide for pension benefits from the VPC in the manner and under the conditions specified in the VPC pension agreement and the UAPF pension rules, a no-declaration procedure for pension benefits from the VPC has been introduced starting in March 2026 for individuals who have reached retirement age and who have pension savings in the UAPF through the VPC but who have not previously applied to the UAPF for payment due to reaching the age of fifty or disability.The no-application procedure for pension benefits from the VPC (if any) provides for:automatic assignment of UAPF pension benefits through the VPC when applying to the State Corporation in the prescribed manner for a pension from the state budget and payments through compulsory pension contributions (CPC) and/or compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPC) in connection with reaching retirement age;making payments through the VPC as part of a proactive service based on the results of an annual reconciliation with the State Corporation for the presence of pension payments by age and/or state basic pension benefit assigned from budgetary funds for the specified persons in the information system of the authorized body in the sphere of social protection of the population.The no-application procedure was adopted to establish a unified approach to pension benefits from the UAPF for individuals who have reached retirement age. This innovation optimizes pension benefits through the VPC and eliminates the risk of unclaimed pension savings from the VPC by individuals who have reached the generally established retirement age but have not previously applied to the UAPF for payment due to reaching the age of fifty or disability.Pension benefits from the VPC will be made in a lump sum if the amount of pension savings from the VPC does not exceed twelve times the minimum pension established by the law on the republican budget and in effect as of January 1 of the relevant financial year (in 2026 – 828,588 tenge (12 * 69,049)) or until the pension savings are depleted, according to a monthly schedule, combined with benefits from compulsory contributions. However, the beneficiary may apply to the UAPF to change the terms of VPC payments.We remind you that individuals who have reached the age of fifty or who have a disability can apply to the UAPF for VPC payments through their personal account on the UAPF website or mobile app, as well as at a Fund office.Detailed information on the VPC payment process is available on the UAPF website in the "Services"/"VPC benefits" section. UAPF was founded on August 22, 2013 on the basis of GNPF APF JSC. The founder and shareholder of the UAPF is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan represented by the State Institution Committee of State Property and Privatization of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Trust management of UAPF pension assets is carried out by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In accordance with the pension legislation, the UAPF attracts compulsory pension contributions, employer’s compulsory pension contributions, compulsory occupational pension contributions, voluntary pension contributions, as well as carries out enrollment and accounting of voluntary pension contributions formed at the expense of the unclaimed amount of guaranteed compensation for the guaranteed deposit, transferred by the organization carrying out mandatory guarantee of deposits, in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On mandatory guarantee of deposits placed in second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan", ensures the implementation of pension benefits.The Fund also carries out accounting of target assets and target requirements, accounting and crediting of target savings (TS) to target savings accounts, payments of TS to their recipients in bank accounts, accounting for returns of TS in the manner determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the National Fund for Children program (More details at www.enpf.kz)Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-rudnyi-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1189300?lang=kk

The Nauryz holiday was celebrated brightly and warmly in the Novo-Khairuzovsky rural district 🌿Residents and guests of the district gathered together to welcome spring, renewal, and the beginning of a new year according to Eastern traditions. The festive events were held in a friendly and joyful atmosphere: national music was performed, traditional games were organized, and guests were treated to delicious Kazakh cuisine.Special attention was given to preserving cultural heritage and traditions — the older generation shared their wisdom, while the youth actively participated in rituals and competitions.Nauryz brought everyone together, filling hearts with joy, kindness, and hope for a prosperous year ahead. May this holiday bring peace, abundance, and happiness to every home!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-katon-karagay-novohairuzovka/press/news/details/1189247?lang=kk

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Berlin, 29 March 2026 – A series of festive events dedicated to Nauryz, the holiday of spring and renewal, took place in the German capital. The celebrations were held with the support of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Federal Republic of Germany. They brought together representatives of government institutions, the business community, cultural organizations, the diplomatic corps, the Kazakh diaspora, as well as residents of Berlin.In his festive address, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan, Nurlan Onzhanov, emphasized the historical and international significance of Nauryz, recalling its recognition by UNESCO and the United Nations, as well as its role as a symbol of renewal, peace, and mutual understanding among nations. He noted that the values embodied by Nauryz – respect, unity, and the aspiration for creativity and harmony – resonate with the principles of intercultural dialogue and cooperation between Kazakhstan and Germany.A highlight for many guests was the rich cultural program. The ethno‑folklore ensemble Kagan from Shymkent performed traditional Kazakh küy compositions, modern ethno pieces, and original interpretations of German melodies, receiving an enthusiastic response from the audience.Another special moment of the celebration was the performance by the popular singer Helena Goldt, who moved from Kazakhstan to Germany as a child but has preserved a deep connection to Kazakh culture. Her rendition of a song in the Kazakh language became one of the most touching moments of the evening and was met with heartfelt applause.Participants also had the opportunity to explore elements of Kazakh cultural heritage – from a traditional yurt and decorative arts to national cuisine – allowing them to feel a part of the Kazakh steppe. The event featured traditional dishes such as beshbarmak, kuirdak, pilaf, shashlik, baursaks, as well as the main symbol of the holiday, Nauryz kozhe. The atmosphere of hospitality and unity enabled guests to experience the spirit of the holiday and immerse themselves in the richness of Kazakhstan’s traditions.The Nauryz celebration in Berlin once again demonstrated that, no matter where Kazakh citizens may live, they remain united by shared values, the memory of their homeland, and a commitment to preserving their cultural heritage.The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Germany expresses its gratitude to all partners, participants, and guests for their contribution to the organization of the festivities and for supporting cultural dialogue.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-berlin/press/news/details/1189137?lang=kk

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Сегодня в нашем районе прошла акция «Юрта госуслуг»- "Халыққа қызмет". Главная цель мероприятия — помочь гражданам освоить современные способы получения услуг в электронном формате.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay-fedorov/press/news/details/1189109?lang=kk

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Astana, March 24, 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev receives the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to the Republic of Kazakhstan Mohammed Al-Ariqi.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current situation in the Middle East and exchanged views on regional security issues. The parties also noted the high level of political dialogue between the two countries, as well as the dynamic development of trade, economic and investment cooperation.Y.Kosherbayev expressed concern over the growing tensions in the region and emphasized Kazakhstan’s consistent position in favor of resolving all disputes exclusively through political and diplomatic means based on the principles of international law.Following the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening bilateral cooperation and coordinating efforts within international and regional organizations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1187102?lang=kk

Vienna, March 22, 2025 – A solemn celebration of Nauryz, the holiday of spring, renewal, and harmony, was held in Vienna with the support of the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Austria.The festive event brought together compatriots, members of the Kazakh diaspora, representatives of the diplomatic corps, and officials from international organizations interested in the rich cultural heritage of Nauryz celebrations.The Association of Kazakhstani Students in Austria played an active role in organizing the event. The festive atmosphere was enhanced by traditional folk music, national dishes, and games such as tug-of-war, and weightlifting, as well as colorful national costumes that conveyed the spirit of the Kazakh people.The Nauryz celebration was also attended by 76-year-old aksakal Sarsenbai Kotyrashov from Ulytau, who arrived from Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, via Hungary. He is currently on the fourth leg of his walking trip around the world. His next route will take him through Germany to France. The Kazakh pensioner plans to cover 2,800 kilometers in 58 days.A year earlier, Sarsenbai Ata walked through Russia and Mongolia to Beijing, the capital of China. He intends to continue his round-the-world hiking journey next year in the United States, from New York to San Francisco.As Sarsenbai Ata noted, the main goals of his journey are to popularize Kazakhstan, its traditions and culture, to motivate people to lead a healthy lifestyle, and to demonstrate that age is not an obstacle to realizing even the most ambitious dreams.Nauryz, celebrated on the day of the vernal equinox, is an important part of the cultural heritage of the Kazakh people and symbolizes the beginning of the new year according to the solar calendar. The holiday unites people around the values of peace, kindness, and mutual respect.Nauryz was inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2009 and was officially recognized as an International Holiday by the UN General Assembly in 2010. The celebration once again highlighted the importance of respect, solidarity, and peaceful coexistence as the foundations of international cooperation and unity among peoples.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-vienna/press/news/details/1187120?lang=kk

On March 21–22, 2026, festive events dedicated to Nauryz Meyramy were held on the western coast of Norway, in the cities of Stavanger and Bergen.As part of the program, guests were introduced to elements of Kazakh culture and traditions, national cuisine, including the traditional dish “Nauryz kozhe,” as well as information about Kazakhstan, its history, and the significance of the Nauryz holiday. The events attracted interest from both members of the Kazakh diaspora and local residents.The celebrations were held in a warm and friendly atmosphere, bringing people together around shared values and traditions, and left participants with vivid and positive impressions of Kazakhstan’s culture. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-oslo/press/news/details/1187132?lang=kk