By order of I.O. Minister of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 527 dated December 5, 2025 "On certain issues of regulating the export of certain types of timber" from December 12, 2025, a ban was imposed on the export of certain types of timber from the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan by all modes of transport for a period of six months (commodity nomenclature code for Foreign Economic Activity of the Eurasian Economic Union 4401, 4403, 4404, 4406 and 4407) regardless of the country of origin, with the exception of the EAEU HS code 4406910000 "Wooden sleepers from coniferous species for railway or tram tracks, other" and the EAEU HS code 4401310000 "Wood pellets", the country of origin of which is the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-shymkent/press/news/details/1128700?lang=kk

On December 19, in the Samara district, the head of the district akim's office and ethics commissioner, Rauan Zhampeisov, held a meeting with newly hired employees of the housing and utilities department.During the meeting, Rauan Zhampeisov reminded them of service ethics requirements, anti-corruption regulations, and explained the restrictions associated with engaging in entrepreneurial activity and the obligation to transfer property into trust management.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-samar/press/news/details/1128652?lang=kk

REGULAR CLASSES OF THE "DOMBYRA" CLUB Regular classes of the "Dombyra" club named after Zhamet Zhyrau at the Bekarystan-Bi Rural Culture House. Leader: B. ZhibekaliSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-kazaly-maidakol/press/news/details/1128659?lang=kk

Today, the district akim, Zhandos Erkinbek, paid a special visit to the home of a mother who gave birth to triplets in the settlement of Töretam, congratulated her on the joyful occasion, and expressed his warm wishes.During the visit, the district akim wished the newborns good health and a bright future. He also wished the family prosperity and good health, presenting the district akim’s Letter of Appreciation and a commemorative gift.The future of our country lies in a healthy generation and the well-being of mothers. In this regard, the district akim emphasized that efforts to strengthen social support for mothers and children and to improve the welfare of the population will continue to be carried out systematically in the future.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1128626?lang=kk

Today, in the settlement of Töretam, District Akim Zhandos Erkinbek, together with the heads of law enforcement agencies and the State Revenue Department, held a personal reception of residents regarding their individual concerns.As part of the implementation of the Head of State’s “Law and Order” concept, nearly 70 residents took part in the reception, raising social and everyday issues.During the meeting, residents who also arrived from other localities voiced pressing matters related to the district’s development. In particular, proposals were made regarding housing provision and employment, road construction, installation of children’s playgrounds, and improvement of street lighting.The district akim carefully listened to each appeal, stated that solutions to the raised issues would be considered within the framework of the law, and assigned specific tasks to the relevant sector heads.In addition, questions falling within the competence of law enforcement agencies and the State Revenue Department were raised, including strengthening public order, preventing road traffic accidents and ensuring road safety, as well as issues related to mandatory health insurance contributions.Responsible officials provided comprehensive explanations to citizens and gave specific answers in accordance with the law.Zhandos Erkinbek emphasized that he will continue to hold regular meetings with residents and further pursue efforts to establish open dialogue by listening to citizens’ requests and proposals.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1128628?lang=kk

As part of the "Law and Order" campaign, on 12/18/2025, a meeting with the population was held in the recreation center of the village of Parygino with the participation of Senior prosecutor of the Altai district Prosecutor's office Kanafin E.S., Deputy Chief of police of the Altai district Dairov D.K., head of public security of the Altai district Zhylkaidarov A.B., on the topic: prevention of offenses in the field of social services, compliance with legal requirements for the sale of alcoholic beverages, rules for landscaping and other relevant issues. During the event, explanations were given on the current norms, measures of responsibility for their violation, as well as recommendations for the prevention of offenses.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-altay-parygin/press/news/details/1128574?lang=kk

Google launched its artificial intelligence model, Gemini, in the Kazakh language. The release, timed with Independence Day of the Republic of Kazakhstan, is part of the global expansion of language support for one of the company’s most advanced AI products.The Kazakh language is among 23 new languages added as part of the rollout of Gemini 3 — the most intelligent model to date. This means that users in Kazakhstan now have access to Gemini’s capabilities in their native language, on par with the world’s major languages.The Kazakh-language Gemini interface is already available in the web version. To enable it, users need to select Kazakh in their Google account language settings. Support for mobile versions on Android and iOS, as well as the launch of Gemini Live — a real-time conversational mode — is planned for the near future.The launch of the Kazakh version of Gemini is part of Google’s broader efforts to advance artificial intelligence in Kazakhstan, including investments in talent development, digital skills training, and support for developers. According to the company’s estimates, the adoption of AI in the public sector can generate a significant economic impact, including increased productivity in public administration, improved fiscal sustainability, and a contribution to the country’s overall economic growth.The Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan notes that the availability of global AI solutions in the Kazakh language is an important step toward building a digital state, expanding citizens’ access to technology, and fostering a competitive AI ecosystem.The Ministry will continue to cooperate with international technology partners to advance artificial intelligence, localize digital products, and train a new generation of specialists.A source: https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/maidd/press/news/details/1128580?lang=en Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-digital/press/news/details/1129035?lang=kk

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На очередном заседании штаба по обеспечению экономического роста под председательством заместителя Премьер-министра – министра национальной экономики Серика Жумангарина рассмотрены прогнозы итогов 2025 г. и подходы к поддержанию экономического роста в 2026 г.В обрабатывающей промышленности по итогам 11 месяцев ИФО составил 105,9%, по итогам года ожидается рост на уровне 6%.Прогноз динамики ключевых отраслей обработки по итогам 2025:металлургия (40% в структуре обработки): рост 1,1%, машиностроение (17,5%) – рост 12%, пищевая промышленность (13,1%): рост 9%.производство стройматериалов (5,6%): рост 6%химическая промышленность (5,4%): рост 6%легкая промышленность (0,7%): рост 5%На заседании штаба особое внимание уделили прогнозам дальнейшего развития обрабатывающей промышленности как одного из ключевых драйверов экономического роста. Рассмотрены перспективы развития цветной и черной металлургии, реализация проектов, финансируемых по линии холдинга «Байтерек», состояние инфраструктуры в регионах и другие факторы, влияющие на устойчивость роста отрасли.С учетом необходимости более эффективного использования ресурсного и инфраструктурного потенциала регионов заместитель Премьер-министра поручил подготовить Дорожную карту по обеспечению темпов роста в отраслях обрабатывающей промышленности в 2026 году с фокусом на необходимые меры, критически важные для экономического роста, а также меры поддержки легкой промышленности и производства строительных материалов.В торговле при росте ИФО в 8,8% за 11 месяцев по итогам года ожидается 8,9%. Почти 72% совокупного вклада в рост торговли обеспечивают пять регионов: Алматы – 24,6 трлн тенге (торговля автомобилями, машинами и оборудованием, фармацевтическая продукция, шоколад);Астана – 10,9 трлн тенге (реализация природного газа, дизельного топлива, авиационного бензина и керосина, мяса и молочной продукции);Атырауская область – 6,7 трлн тенге (нефтепродукты, машины и оборудование);Карагандинская область – 4,5 трлн тенге (фармацевтические товары, машины и оборудование, косметическая продукция);Шымкент – 3,6 трлн тенге (фармацевтическая продукция, ГСМ, продукция АПК).В структуре розничной торговли, где задействовано порядка 760 тыс. субъектов бизнеса, товарооборот индивидуальных предпринимателей вырос на 10% и достиг 8,2 трлн тенге. По оперативным данным, объем онлайн-продаж за 11 месяцев составил 3,3 трлн тенге, что на 14,4% больше по сравнению с аналогичным периодом прошлого года.Сельское хозяйство демонстрирует устойчивый рост по всем направлениям. По итогам 11 месяцев ИФО составил 106,1%, по итогам года ожидается рост на уровне 5%, что превышает плановый показатель на 3%.Рост выше среднереспубликанского уровня зафиксирован в Акмолинской (115,7%), Костанайской (115,4%), Северо-Казахстанской (110,5%), Павлодарской (108,2%), Атырауской областях (107,4%).На фоне стабильно высоких урожаев традиционных культур более выраженными точками роста в текущем году стали высокомаржинальные масличные и бобовые культуры. Получен рекордный урожай бобовых – свыше 1,1 млн тонн. Впервые объем производства масличных культур достиг 4,7 млн тонн. Сбор хлопчатника составил 428 тыс. тонн – максимальный показатель за последние 18 лет при урожайности 29,6 ц/га.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1128561?lang=kk

1.If a taxpayer fails to submit tax reports by the deadline, the system will automatically generate zero reporting for that period. The introduction of this rule is designed to streamline compliance and protect businesses by avoiding notifications regarding the failure to submit reporting, administrative orders to suspend bank account operations, Penalties and liability under Article 272 of the Code of Administrative Offenses.т.е. this measure significantly reduces punitive actions against businesses.In cases where the state revenue authorities identify unreported turnover, standard administrative penalties will be applied. However, if a taxpayer independently identifies undeclared income and corrects it by submitting additional tax reports before an audit or notification, no punitive measures will be taken.The automatic generation of this reporting is contingent upon the taxpayer’s profile settings. The required tax reporting forms must be and specified within the taxpayer’s dossier in the Personal Account (Taxpayer’s account TAIS).If these forms have not been defined in the dossier, the system will be unable to generate reporting of the taxpayer.2.Discontinuation of Tax Report RevocationsEffective January 1, 2026, the option to revoke tax reports will be officially discontinued.Subsequent changes to submitted data may only be made by filing additional tax reports.Consequently, taxpayers are urged to adopt a proactive and diligent approach, ensuring all declarations are thoroughly reviewed for accuracy before final submission.Toto minimize errors of taxpayers when selecting the incorrect tax authority code in the new Tax Administration Information System (TAIS) has introduced enhanced functionality. The system Automatically identifies the and auto-populates the corresponding Tax Authority Code at taxpayer’s place of registration.Previously, taxpayers frequently relied on the revocation function to correct reports sent to the wrong jurisdiction. By automating the code selection process, this aims to improve reporting accuracy and significantly reduce the administrative burden caused by manual entry errors.Вместе с тем для обеспечения гибкости предусмотрена возможность самостоятельного редактирования кода налогового органа налогоплательщиком при необходимости.The system remains flexible; taxpayers retain the ability to manually edit or the tax authority code it is necessary.3.Discontinuation of Tax Reporting ExtensionsSince 01 January 2026, the norm for extending the deadline for submitting TRF has been excluded.This means that the postponement of the deadline for submitting TRF is no longer provided for by law.4.30% Reduction in Tax Reporting Forms. Under the new Tax Code, 39 TRF approved today have been reduced to 28 forms.From 01 January 2026 the following form were excluded:Form 101.01 (automation)Form 180.00 (there will be an annex in f.100.00 Declaration on CIT)Form 240.00 (there will be in f.270.00 Declaration of income and property 0)Form 421.00 (annex in f.400.00 Declaration on excise tax)Form 540.00 (annex in f. 150.00 Declaration on income tax and excess profit tax)Form 560.00 (annex in f. 590.00 Declaration on mineral extraction...)Form 570.00 (annex in f.590.00 Declaration on mineral extraction ...)Form 701.00 (automation)Form 871.00 (excluded from TRF, remains as a reporting form)Forms 911.00, 912.00, 913.00 (Patent, Fixed deduction, Retail tax are excluded due to the cancellation of the Tax Code).5.Simplified Declaration for TP in the Form 910.00 remains in effect for TP utilizing STR based on a simplified declaration. The reporting frequency for this remains semi-annual but it will include the signs of the current STR retail tax6. 3 STR modes: STR for the self-employed (without filing a tax report), tax collection based on a simplified declaration (form 910.00), tax collection for peasant or farm enterprises (form 920.00 of tax reporting).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1128569?lang=kk

On 18 December 2025, a meeting was held between the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Uzbekistan, Beibut Atamkulov, and the First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Bakhromjon Aloyev.The meeting focused on reviewing the results of joint work over the past year and analyzing achievements in key areas of Kazakhstan–Uzbekistan cooperation.Ambassador Atamkulov noted Uzbekistan’s active international agenda in 2025, emphasizing that hosting major international events contributes to strengthening the country’s image and that of the region as a whole.In turn, Mr. Aloyev highlighted the importance of further enhancing political dialogue and practical cooperation between the two countries. The Uzbek diplomat highly appreciated the dynamic nature of bilateral contacts and the coordinated approach to pressing issues on the bilateral and regional agenda.At the conclusion of the meeting, the sides also discussed the tentative schedule of international events for the coming year and reaffirmed their readiness to mutually support each other’s candidacies within international and regional organizations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tashkent/press/news/details/1128570?lang=kk

Shymkent has become one of the most rapidly developing tourist centers in Kazakhstan in recent years. According to the results of the first 9 months of 2025, the number of tourists visiting the city exceeded 406 thousand. The majority of them are domestic tourists, while more than 29 thousand are foreign guests. These indicators clearly indicate that the tourist attractiveness of Shymkent is increasing every year. The accommodation infrastructure in the city is also developing rapidly. Today, 159 hotels and other accommodation facilities operate in Shymkent. The number of rooms has exceeded 4 thousand, and the number of beds has reached 8,700. This is an increase of more than 20 percent compared to last year. The volume of services provided by accommodation facilities has exceeded 10.3 billion tenge, an increase of 24.5 percent in one year. The volume of investments in the tourism sector is also significant. In 2024–2025, it is planned to open 12 new hotels in the city, 7 of which have already been put into operation. In the near future, the construction of an international-class Hilton hotel will begin, which will be commissioned in 2026. In addition, the Omir Shymkent glamping project will be implemented on the territory of the Badam reservoir, which will give impetus to the development of modern recreation and ecotourism. In order to increase the tourist potential of Shymkent, special attention is paid to the modernization of sacred and cultural facilities. The territory of the "Ibragim Ata" and "Karachash Ana" mausoleums has been improved, creating favorable conditions for tourists. In 2026, it is planned to reconstruct a number of historical facilities in the Sairam area. Today, 17 tourist routes operate in the city. Among them, the international route Turkestan - Tashkent - Aksu-Zhabagaly - Shymkent is in high demand among tourists. 24 tour operators and 120 travel agencies are engaged in the provision of tourist services. And as a result of the launch of a new air terminal, direct flights from Shymkent to 8 foreign cities have been opened. Digital solutions are being actively introduced to improve the quality of service. The "Visit Shymkent" tourist portal, 3D routes, QR codes, navigation boards and tourist information centers allow city guests to quickly obtain the necessary information. In addition, special tourist police officers and "SOS" alarm buttons have been installed to ensure the safety of tourists. In general, tourism development in Shymkent is being carried out systematically and comprehensively. Infrastructure, services, security, and international accessibility are developing simultaneously, and the city is taking a firm step towards becoming not only a regional, but also an international tourist destination. More details: https://www.youtube.com/live/7zaIifwsGPY?si=kWGOScWXx7xyPwh0 #RSKSHYMKENT #BRIEFING

Within the framework of state programs, citizens planning to purchase housing in the city of Shymkent in the "2-10-20" and "5-10-20" directions are provided with housing certificates as social assistance to cover part of the down payment. This year, 500 million tenge has been allocated for housing certificates, the size of the certificate does not exceed 1 million tenge. A total of 239 applications were received, of which 120 applications were approved, certificates for 114.1 million tenge were issued, and 119 applications were rejected. 273,828,209 tenge that could not be used was returned to the local budget. In the privatization direction, 974 citizens applied, and 911 citizens were provided with services. Of these, 412 citizens privatized their apartments by paying the residual value, and the budget received 893.9 million tenge. 428 citizens were provided with housing without compensation, 71 citizens were denied the privatization of apartments, and 63 applications are under consideration. In the direction of preserving and developing the housing stock, 528 residential buildings were identified on the central and main streets of the city. In Al-Farabi district - 282, in Turan district - 107, in Karatau district - 97, in Enbekshi district - 42. The technical condition of 59 apartment buildings was checked, of which 1 house was found to be in pre-disaster condition, 20 houses are in need of current repairs, and 38 houses are in need of major repairs. In order to ensure a unified architectural appearance of apartment buildings in the city, changes have been made in accordance with the law. The Department of Architecture and Urban Planning will develop and approve the concept of a unified architectural style of apartment buildings in the city. After approval, a budget application will be submitted for repair work based on the decision of the agreed meeting of owners. This direction is being implemented with the aim of modernizing the housing stock, expanding social benefits, and ensuring the architectural harmony of the city. More details: https://www.youtube.com/live/7zaIifwsGPY?si=kWGOScWXx7xyPwh0 #RSKSHYMKENT #BRIEFING

According to the Paragraph 1 of Article 114 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan (dated July 18, 2025, No. 214-VIII), tax reporting is defined as an official document submitted by a taxpayer to the tax authorities. It details taxable objects, assets, and liabilities, as well as the calculating tax obligations and social security payments.Public services provided in the field of tax reporting include:-Acceptance of tax reporting.-Submission of tax reporting within the Customs Union (Form 328.00).-Revocation of tax reporting (it will be discontinued starting in 2026).-Suspension and Resumption of tax reporting activities.-Extension of tax reporting deadlines (it will be discontinued starting in 2026).The aforementioned services are included in the Register of Public Services, approved by Order No. 39/NK dated January 31, 2020.Please be advised that under the new Tax Code, the tax reporting category previously titled "Additional upon notification" has been amended to "Upon notification."Tax reporting must be submitted to the SROs in accordance with the procedures and deadlines established by the Tax Code and the Rules for the Provision of Public Services, as approved by Order of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 665 dated July 10, 2020.Tax reports may be submitted by the taxpayer to the SROs of their choice via the following methods:Hard Copy: In person at SRO Centers or Public Service Centers (State Corporation), or by mail.Electronic via the Taxpayer’s account (using the TAIS or SONO systems), the EGP egov, or mobile applications including eGov mobile, e-Salyq Azamat, e-Salyq Business, and authorized second-tier bank applications.Tax reporting is processed within the TAIS system (via the Reporting module of the ARM SRO subsystem).When receiving and processing the tax reporting , the SRO system performs a Format and Logical Control (FLC) check to ensure that all reports are complete and accurately filled out.For technical assistance, taxpayers or service providers (SRO) may contact the ITAS technical support service at knpsd@ecc.kzEffective January 1, 2026, taxpayers will no longer have the authority to revoke submitted tax reporting. The sole exception to this rule is EEU Form 328.00 (application for the import of goods and payment of indirect Taxes).Errors or omissions in previously submitted TRF may only be corrected by filing "Additional" or "Upon Notification" tax reports.If a taxpayer fails to submit a required TRF by the deadline, the system will automatically generate a zero reporting for that period. Once a zero report is generated, no further primary reports can be submitted for that period, except under the following circumstances: submission of additional tax reporting or a hard-copy reporting within the legally prescribed timeframe.If a taxpayer submits TRF in paper format and it is assigned the status "Document Accepted," any automatically generated zero reporting for that period will be canceled. This is the case if the tax reporting was sent by mail.Moreover, please be advised that the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan has approved Order No. 695, dated November 12, 2025, titled: "On the Approval of tax reporting forms, with an explanation of their preparation, and rules for submission."\The specified Order includes:- tax reporting forms and comprehensive instructions for their preparation.- standardized rules for the submission of tax reporting forms.- procedures for providing public services, specifically regarding the "Receipt of Tax Reporting" and the "Suspension or resumption of tax Reporting."Provisions regarding the elimination of tax report revocations and the removal of submission deadline extensions will take effect on January 1, 2026. These regulations apply to all relevant legal relations, including those arising prior to the specified effective date.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1128506?lang=kk

In the Samar district, the head of the district akim's office, the representative for ethics, Rauan Zhampeisov, held a regular meeting with civil servants.During the meeting, special attention was paid to the issues of observing ethical norms and labor discipline on the eve of New Year's corporate events. He noted that the consumption of alcoholic beverages by civil servants is not allowed, and reminded of personal responsibility for demonstrating proper behavior and not violating the requirements of official ethics."A civil servant is obliged to observe the norms of behavior in any situation. Drinking alcohol and actions that undermine the reputation of the civil service are not allowed," said Rauan Zhampeisov.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-samar/press/news/details/1128484?lang=kk

         As part of the implementation of the provisions of the new Tax Code, Order No. 640 of the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated 28 October 2025, titled «On Certain Issues Related to the Tax Registration of Taxpayers», was approved.          The Order approves the forms of tax applications and notifications: application for tax registration; registration certificate of a non-resident as a taxpayer of the Republic of Kazakhstan; application for deregistration; notification of tax registration of a person engaged in private practice; notification of commencement or termination of activities as a taxpayer engaged in certain types of activities (gambling business); application for registration for value added tax; notification of the applicable tax regime.          The Order also provides for the procedure for the provision of public services «Taxpayer Registration», «Tax Registration of a Person Engaged in Private Practice», and «Tax Registration of Value Added Tax Payers».          The final provision of the Order also regulates the procedure for the compulsory liquidation of taxpayers, indicating the conditions and time limits for consideration.          Order of the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated October 28, 2025 No. 640          For more information, please visit: http://10.61.42.188/rus/docs/V2500037257  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1128480?lang=kk

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Lisbon, December 16-17, 2025 - As part of efforts to promote economic diplomacy and develop decentralized cooperation Kazakhstan's Ambassador to Portugal, Jean Galiev, made a working trip to the city of Guimarães, one of the key industrial and innovation centers in the northern region of Portugal, where enterprises accounting for about 70% of the country's gross domestic product are concentrated.At a meeting with the President of the Guimarães Municipal Chamber, Ricardo Araújo, the most promising areas of cooperation in the industrial, scientific, technological, tourism, and educational spheres were discussed, which could form the basis for a long-term mutually beneficial partnership between the regions of the two countries.A more detailed discussion was continued during two round tables organized with the assistance of the Honorary Consul of Kazakhstan in the northern regions of Portugal, Gil Vieira, and the Guimarães City Council, dedicated to the priority areas of our country's economic development.The Ambassador informed his Portuguese partners about the current state of Kazakhstan's economy and the large-scale political and socio-economic reforms being implemented on the initiative and under the leadership of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The discussions also focused on new opportunities opening up for foreign investors, advantageous transport and logistics routes connecting Europe and Asia, breakthroughs in digital technologies, and the consistent introduction of artificial intelligence in various fields of activity. Special attention was paid to the development of tourism and tourist infrastructure, taking into account Portugal's best practices.The rich resource base necessary for the localization of production in Kazakhstan, particularly in the agricultural sector, as well as the high export and import potential in the context of competition for niches in dynamically developing markets, aroused keen interest among the interlocutors.An important part of the visit was a tour of factories and plants that are flagships of Portuguese and European industry: Lamerinho (high-quality textile products), Amtrol-Alfa (steel, polymer, and composite cylinders for industrial gases), ICC Lavoro (technologies for manufacturing footwear with increased protection against mechanical and thermal effects for workers in high-risk professions – oil and gas, mining and metallurgical industries, fire and rescue services, environmental protection, military and police services). The heads of these companies expressed their willingness to visit Kazakhstan in the near future to begin negotiations on joint activities.The Ambassador's working visit concluded with a meeting at one of Portugal's key higher education institutions, Universidade do Minho, and its research laboratories. The University's Vice-Rector Raul Fangeiro, responsible for innovation and international cooperation, spoke in favor of expanding academic exchanges, inviting Kazakhstan students and doctoral degree candidates in engineering to study in Portugal.It should be noted that the historic center of Guimarães is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and attracts tens of thousands of tourists from different countries every year. This city, considered the «cradle of the nation», is focused on the future and pays great attention to ecology and responsible management of natural resources. That is why it has been awarded the status of «Europe Green Capital 2026». In this area, the city authorities are also ready for active cooperation with Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-lisbon/press/news/details/1128405?lang=kk

Al-Kuwait, December 17, 2025 –Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the State of Kuwait held a briefing for representatives of the Kuwaiti media entitled “Kazakhstan – a country of opportunities”.During the event, the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the State of Kuwait, Yerzhan Yelekeyev, informed journalists about the key provisions of the Address of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, to the nation of Kazakhstan on September 8, 2025, which outlines the strategic priorities for sustainable economic growth, digital transformation, the introduction of artificial intelligence, and further improvement of the investment climate.Speaking to media representatives, the Ambassador emphasized that Kazakhstan, as the largest economy in Central Asia, offers investors a stable, open, and predictable business environment. He noted that at the end of 2024, the country's gross domestic product amounted to approximately $291 billion, and the total volume of foreign direct investment attracted since independence exceeded $474 billion, which is equivalent to almost half of all FDI in the region.During the briefing, special attention was paid to Kazakhstan's tourism potential. The ambassador highlighted the country's unique combination of rich cultural and historical heritage, diverse natural landscapes, and the steady development of modern tourism infrastructure. The diplomat noted that in 2024, Kazakhstan was visited by about 4,000 tourists from the State of Kuwait, which is five times higher than in 2022 and clearly reflects the steady growth of interest in Kazakhstan as a modern, comfortable, and attractive tourist destination.During the briefing, journalists were also shown videos showcasing tourist and cultural attractions in all regions of Kazakhstan, which generated keen interest and positive feedback from the event participants.At the end of the event, the Ambassador confirmed the Republic of Kazakhstan's interest in further strengthening bilateral cooperation with the State of Kuwait in the areas of economy, investment, and tourism.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-kuveyt/press/news/details/1128407?lang=kk