In Ulken Naryn district, Akim of the East Kazakhstan region Nurymbet Amanovich Saktaganov held a meeting with the population. The issues raised are important areas for all of us.At the meeting, the governor of the region gave specific instructions on the implementation of the tasks outlined in the new Presidential Address, diversification of the region's economy, modernization of infrastructure and development of the social sphere.The district's development plan, investment projects, agricultural potential, tourism development, the condition of roads and water systems, and Internet access were all discussed and specific decisions were made.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/maslikhat-ulken-naryn/press/news/details/1124328?lang=kk

The Center for Forecasting Criminal Threats and Public Security Risks of the Committee on Legal Statistics and Special Accounts of the Prosecutor General's Office warns of a new scheme of online fraud.According to foreign sources (https://www.kommersant.ru/doc/8230736, https://www.pravda.ru/news/videochannel/2313571-russia-new-fraud-scheme/, https://iz.ru/1996945/2025-11-26/moshenniki-massovo-zastavliaiut-zhertvsamim-zvonitim?utm_source=yxnews&utm_medium=desktop&utm_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fdzen.ru%2Fnews%2Finstory%2Fa910b074-a37c-54c8-bb26-884c26851152, https://lenta.ru/news/2025/11/26/nazvanasamaya-populyarnaya-v-poslednie-mesyatsy-shema moshennichestva/) scammers launched a new wave of attacks, sending letters and SMS on behalf of delivery services, management companies and banks. Under the pretext of "authorization errors," "replacing the intercom," or "checking counters," attackers force people to call them back.As a result, unsuspecting citizens create conditions for cybercriminals to use social engineering tools.We recommend it:- be vigilant and critical of unknownincoming messages and calls;- call back only to the official numbers listed onthe organizations' websites;- use two-factor authentication;- do not disclose bank card information, one-time SMS codes, orany other confidential information to third parties.Stay vigilant and observe cybersecurity. Center for Forecasting Criminal Threats and Public Security Risks of the Committee on Legal Statistics and Special Accounts of the Prosecutor General's Office of the Republic of Kazakhstan Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1124330?lang=kk

First textbook published on Kazakhstan's soft power through official development assistanceKazakhstan Agency of International Development «KazAID», in collaboration with L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University (ENU), has presented the country's first comprehensive training manual on Official Development Assistance (ODA). Official Development Assistance (ODA). The publication reveals the process of using ODA as an instrument of soft power for Kazakhstan.The publication of this guide marks a significant milestone, reflecting Kazakhstan's journey from a country receiving international aid to one capable of providing it to others. The creation of its own ODA system and the establishment of KazAID are the result of strengthening statehood, economic growth, and increased international authority.The publication includes an analysis of the development of Kazakhstan's ODA system, a comparative study of the approaches to soft power implementation by the US and Japan, and an overview of KazAID's practical experience in Central Asia and other regions.The manual is intended for students, teachers, researchers, and specialists in the field of international relations, public administration, and development.The authors of the publication are: Arken Arystanov, Chairman of KazAID, Doctor of Economics; Aigerim Ospanova, PhD, Professor at ENU; and Akbota Zholdasbekova, Acting Professor at ENU.The electronic version of the textbook is available at: https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazaid/documents/details/914949?lang=ruSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazaid/press/news/details/1124313?lang=kk

С 1 февраля 2024 года по состоянию на 1 декабря 2025 года исполнено 188 242From February 1, 2024, to December 1, 2025, 188,242 applications totaling USD28.25 million were processed and transferred to authorized operators for subsequent crediting to applicants' bank accounts. Of these, 116,579 applications totaling USD17.60 million were processed for housing improvements, and 71,663 applications totaling USD10.65 million were processed for education.As a reminder, recipients of targeted savings (TS) can use the entire amount or a portion of it, with any unused balance remaining in the targeted savings account (TSA). The most popular sub-purposes for using funds to improve housing conditions were: replenishing a deposit into housing construction savings for further accumulation (113,944 applications were completed for a total of USD17.23 million), making a down payment to obtain a mortgage loan for the purchase of housing - 899 applications for a total of USD126.70 thousand, and acquiring housing through civil law transactions (final settlement) - 643 applications for a total of USD86.29 thousand.The most popular sub-goals in terms of paying for education were: payment for educational services of educational organizations located in the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in installments (for each academic period or academic year) or in full at one time (for the entire period of study) (64,877 applications were completed for a total of USD9.81 million), replenishment of an educational savings deposit under an agreement on an educational savings deposit (4,776 applications were completed for a total of USD580.04 thousand), payment for educational services of foreign educational organizations in installments (for each academic period or academic year) or in full at one time (for the entire period of study) (1,633 applications were completed for a total of USD214.72 thousand) Detailed information on targeted savings payments for the purpose of improving housing conditions and/or paying for education, broken down by authorized operators and regions, can be found on the website enpf.kz.As a reminder, under the National Fund for Children program, 50% of the investment income from the National Fund of the Republic of Kazakhstan is distributed annually among children of the Republic of Kazakhstan citizens born in 2006 or later. All recipients of the National Fund were awarded USD100.52 in 2023 and USD129.38 in 2024. Children who received their first National Fund funds in 2023, with the exception of those born in 2006, were awarded investment income of USD3.04 this year. As a result, the target savings for a child born in 2006 are USD100.52, and for a child born in 2007, USD232.94.  Adult citizens must independently obtain information about their TS then contact an authorized operator to open a US dollar bank account and submit an online application for CT payment to improve housing conditions and/or pay for education. Target requirements for the 2025 reporting year, as well as investment income, will be accrued to participants in the target requirements no later than February 1, 2026.Target savings for Kazakhstani citizens born in 2008 and turning 18 in 2026 will also be credited to their target savings accounts no later than February 1, 2026. Regular reports on the National Fund for Children program are posted on the enpf.kz website.You can find program terms, instructions, and answers to your questions at kids.enpf.kz and on the БЖЗҚ ЕНПФ YouTube channel. We also note that a video tutorial on the implementation of the National Fund for Children program, including the steps to take before and after a child reaches adulthood, is available on the БЖЗҚ ЕНПФ YouTube channel at this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHQNAxfskX8.  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-mendykarin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1128971?lang=kk

        The State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan has amended some orders of the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan in accordance with paragraph 9-1 of Article 417 and paragraph 20 of Article 418 of the Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan «On Customs Regulation in the Republic of Kazakhstan». The document is aimed at implementing the provisions of the customs Code and clarifies the procedure for interaction between state revenue authorities and the persons being checked during tax audits.     The rules, which come into force on January 1, 2026, make customs audit procedures more transparent and convenient for businesses. They define the conditions for issuing preliminary customs audit reports, the procedure for submission written objections, and their consideration.     Key changes to customs audits:The deadlines for submitting a written objection and its consideration by the person being checked have been regulated (the deadlines for submitting an objection and its consideration will begin on the day following receipt of the preliminary inspection report and receipt of the objection, respectively). Previously, the time limits were calculated from the date of receipt of the preliminary inspection report and receipt of the objection.Notification of the person being checked upon resumption of the deadline for consideration of a written objection. Information about such renewal will be sent within 2 business days.When making a decision, the person being reviewed may withdraw a previously submitted written objection.Objections of persons being checked subject to large-taxpayer monitoring under paragraph 3 of Article 144 of the Tax Code and who have entered into investment contracts shall be reviewed by the Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan.     The ultimate goal of the changes is to make the audit procedure more understandable, flexible, and focused on open dialogue between the state and taxpayers.    Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1124324?lang=kk

 Deputies of the Maslikhat visited the East Kazakhstan Regional Multidisciplinary Center of Oncology and Surgery. As part of the modernization and reconstruction, repairs have been carried out here, equipment, furniture and material and technical base have been updated.Namely, the departments of the surgical building have been modernized with the replacement of medical equipment with more modern ones to provide timely high-tech medical care to cancer patients. In addition, major repairs were carried out in the departments on the 2nd floor – a mammology center, a day hospital for chemical and radiation therapy, a rehabilitation department, an information technology and maintenance department, administrative offices; on the 3rd floor – a day hospital for surgery and endoscopy, a 24-hour hospital for surgery and urology.Currently, work is being completed on the 1st floor, where the reception department, pharmacy, central laboratory, information room, compressor room are located.The deputies noted the positive dynamics in the development of the medical center and stressed the importance of continuing work to improve conditions for patients and medical staff.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ukmaslihat/press/news/details/1124283?lang=kk

On December 10, 2025, Zhanat Serikovich Nugumanov, Senior Bailiff of the Interdistrict Territorial Enforcement Department No. 1 branch of the North Kazakhstan Region Department of Justice, held a lecture for employees of the Mamlyutsky District Branch of the State Corporation "Government for Citizens" in the North Kazakhstan Region on "Corruption Prevention Measures."The employees received answers to their questions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet-sko/press/news/details/1124198?lang=kk

In order to ensure road safety, an LED pedestrian road sign was installed on the 3rd place by the contractor for the maintenance of rural roads.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-munaily-bayandy/press/news/details/1124205?lang=kk

Akim K. Zheksenbayev congratulated the owner of the award and noted that he highly appreciates his contribution to improving family well-being and maternal work.️ ️ Press service of the Office of the Akim of bayandy village.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-munaily-bayandy/press/news/details/1124214?lang=kk

On December 11, 2025, legal consultants from the Zanger Chamber, together with a notary from the North Kazakhstan Region, held a "Free Legal Aid" campaign for the public as part of the "Law and Order" ideology.During the event, citizens had the opportunity to ask pressing legal questions and receive qualified consultations from specialists.The meeting addressed topics related to countering fraud and explained the benefits of implementing a special chatbot designed to make legal information more convenient and accessible to the public.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet-sko/press/news/details/1124217?lang=kk

The State Revenue Department of East Kazakhstan region hosted a meeting focused on proactive measures to prevent violations among civil servants.The meeting was chaired by the Acting Deputy Head of The State Revenue Department of East Kazakhstan Zhibitaev Askhat Rainbekovich. Attendees included: Alimzhanova Zarina Kairoldinovna, senior inspector for special assignments of the domestic violence unit of the Regional Police's Department of Public Safety; Tokenov Merei Aidynuly - police captain of criminal police department of the Ust-Kamenogorsk Criminal Police Directorate; as well as Police Captain, and platoon commander of the Ust-Kamenogorsk Patrol Police Battalion – Omirbekuly Ernar.During the meeting, participants discussed a range of preventive measures, focusing specifically on preventing civil servants from being in a state of alcoholic, narcotic and/or toxic intoxication, preventing non-medical use of psychoactive substances, combating domestic violence, as well as countering cyberattacks.Police representatives explained the relevant legislative norms, liability measures, and preventive mechanisms.Summarizing the meeting, the Acting Deputy Head – Ethics Commissioner Askhat Rainbekovich emphasized the critical importance of strict compliance with service ethics, legislation on public service, anti-corruption requirements, and the Code of Ethics for Civil Servants.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1124160?lang=kk

Akim of the region Nurymbet Saktaganov visited Nikolsk-1 LLPDuring a working visit to the Altai region, Akim Nurymbet Saktaganov learned about the operations of Nikolsk-1 LLC. This private agricultural enterprise has been operating since 2009 and is one of the region's most stable agricultural enterprises.The company's main activities are:•crop growing,•livestock farming.The farm provides the region with high-quality agricultural products and also creates seasonal jobs for local residents.The company's founder, Marat Sailubaev, presented his plans for developing winter tourism infrastructure on Mount Oryol to the regional governor. Future plans include the construction of a modern winter sports complex, the restoration of the cable car, and the creation of a maral farm.The project aims to expand the region's tourism potential and attract new investment.The regional akim noted the importance of such initiatives and emphasized that the development of agriculture and tourism is one of the key growth areas for the Altai region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-altay-chapaev/press/news/details/1124162?lang=kk

During a working trip to the Altai region, Akim of the East Kazakhstan region N. Saktaganov held a meeting with residents of the region and introduced them to the current indicators of the socio-economic development of the region, and outlined the key tasks facing the Altai region in the coming period.During the meeting, residents raised a number of important issues regarding the state of communal infrastructure, the development of a vocational training system and environmental safety.All questions were explained, the planned stages and approaches to their solution were outlined.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-altay-altay/press/news/details/1124164?lang=kk

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Podgorica, December 9-10, 2025 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Montenegro Daulet Batrashev held talks with the President of the Parliament of Montenegro, Andrija Mandić, during which the current state of parliamentary relations between Kazakhstan and Montenegro was discussed and the need to activate inter-parliamentary cooperation was noted.The Montenegrin politician expressed readiness to establish a parliamentary friendship group with Kazakhstan and invited his colleague, the Speaker of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Erlan Koshanov, to visit Montenegro at a time convenient for the Kazakh side, with the dates to be agreed upon through diplomatic channels.In his turn, the Kazakh diplomat informed his interlocutor about the domestic political situation in Kazakhstan, including the implementation of large-scale political reforms initiated by the President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and plans on transition to a unicameral Parliament.In addition, D. Batrashev held a series of meetings during his working visit with the aim of further developing cooperation with Montenegro.In particular, during negotiations with the State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Perish Kastratovich, and the Advisor of the President of Montenegro on International Affairs, Irena Prelevich, the interlocutors discussed in detail the current state and prospects for the development of bilateral relations, paying special attention to strengthening political dialogue, namely the issue of organizing the first-ever visit of the President of Montenegro to Kazakhstan, the possibility of resuming political consultations, as well as establishing a diplomatic mission of Montenegro in Astana. The Montenegrin side noted the importance of organizing a visit of their head of state to Central Asian countries in general, and to Astana in particular, following which the parties discussed specific details and the timing of the upcoming visit next year, as well as reviewed the list of documents for possible signing.There was also an exchange of views on a number of pressing issues on the regional and global agenda, as well as cooperation between the two countries within the UN, OSCE, Council of Europe, and mutual support for each other's candidacies in the elected bodies of international organizations.The prospects for developing bilateral cooperation in the field of tourism, including increasing tourist flows, developing air connections, and optimizing visa procedures, were discussed at a meeting with the State Secretary of the line ministry, Petar Drašković. The parties agreed to consider the possibility of signing a bilateral document on cooperation in tourism.Possibilities for enhancing cooperation in the field of legal assistance and criminal proceedings, as well as sharing experiences between the relevant authorities, were discussed with the Director General for Criminal and Civil Law of the Ministry of Justice of Montenegro, Jelena Grdnič.During the meeting with the President of the Chamber of Commerce of Montenegro, Nina Drakic, the parties discussed the current state of business cooperation and the possibility of organizing a visit of Montenegrin business representatives to Kazakhstan during the upcoming visit of the President of Montenegro, the organization of a business forum for Kazakh and Montenegrin entrepreneurs, and the holding a tourism exhibition for Kazakhstanis.Priority areas of cooperation such as energy, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, tourism, and information technologies were identified.The Ambassador presented and proposed to the Montenegrin side a wide range of agricultural products for potential future export to Montenegro.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-zagreb/press/news/details/1124141?lang=kk

Sarajevo, December 11, 2025 - Ambassador of Kazakhstan Daulet Batrashev presented his credentials to the Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Željko Komšić.  During the meeting, the current state and prospects of bilateral relations were discussed, highlighting significant potential for cooperation in the fields of energy, information technology, artificial intelligence, and food security.The Ambassador informed the Chairman of the Presidency about the implementation of large-scale reforms in various areas of public administration and comprehensive socio-political transformations in Kazakhstan.It was emphasized that Kazakhstan pursues a peaceful and open foreign policy, advocates the principles of equality, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of states, in accordance with the UN Charter and international law. The diplomat noted Kazakhstan's consistent course toward comprehensive strengthening interstate relations and deepening cooperation between Kazakhstan and Bosnia and Herzegovina on the international stage.The Head of Bosnia and Herzegovina commended the course of reform, noted Kazakhstan's significant achievements, and emphasized the country's role as a leading Eurasian economic power at the crossroads of two continents with immense transit and transport potential.Ž.Komšić conveyed warm congratulations to the President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and to the entire people of Kazakhstan, with best wishes for well-being and prosperity on the occasion of the upcoming Independence Day of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1125101?lang=kk

Skopje, December 10, 2025 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to North Macedonia, Satybaldy Burshakov, delivered a presentation lecture to students and faculty members of the Goce Delcev University in Shtip.The diplomat informed the audience about Kazakhstan's current development, the political and socio-economic reforms led by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the country's achievements in foreign policy, its geopolitical role in the modern world, and the results of Kazakh-Macedonian cooperation.The audience showed particular interest in the development of Kazakhstan's higher education system and its international academic and educational programs.During a meeting with the University Rector, Dejan Mirakovski, Ambassador Burshakov discussed opportunities and prospects for deepening cooperation in the field of education. An agreement was reached on the need to strengthen partnerships between universities and scientific centres of the two countries.Rector Mirakovski expressed profound interest in establishing mutually beneficial ties with Kazakh educational institutions, emphasizing the prospects for academic exchange, joint projects, and the expansion of scientific and educational interaction.The university leadership expressed gratitude to the Embassy of Kazakhstan for the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the country and highlighted the importance of holding such meetings in the future.Background: Goce Delcev University was founded in 2007. It cooperates with the Higher Education Council (Turkey) and the European University Association. The university has a student body of over 20,000.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-skopje/press/news/details/1124143?lang=kk

On December 11, 2025, the Kazakhstani delegation, headed by Zhandos Duisembiev, Chairman of the State Revenue Committee, took part in the 52nd meeting of the Joint Board of Customs Services of the EAEU in St. Petersburg. The meeting was also attended by the heads of the customs services of Armenia, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, and Russia.The main topic of the meeting was the further improvement of customs administration within the Eurasian Economic Union. The parties discussed ways to increase the transparency of procedures, strengthen the control of transit goods, and develop the risk management system. A number of decisions were adopted aimed at enhancing the coordinated work of the working groups and improving the effectiveness of cooperation among the member states.The Kazakhstani side emphasized the importance of improving information exchange between the customs services of the EAEU. Reliable and timely data exchange is a key factor in ensuring accurate goods declaration and proper calculation of customs payments.In continuation of the discussed topic, Kazakhstan held bilateral meetings with the customs services of the participating countries. During these meetings, the parties exchanged practical proposals to strengthen control and outlined priority areas for further joint work.It was also noted that the State Revenue Committee of Kazakhstan and the Federal Customs Service of Russia have established a joint Working Group to combat the illegal movement of goods between the two countries. The Action Plan of this group has been approved. It aims to ensure the transparency of customs procedures, strengthen control over goods in transit, prevent illegal imports, and enhance cooperation in these areas.As part of the implementation of the Plan, the parties will exchange information on detected violations of customs legislation — including cases of inaccurate declaration, undervaluation of goods, and failure to deliver cargo, including during transit, as well as data on suspicious consignees.The next meeting of the Joint Board of Customs Services of the EAEU is scheduled for the first quarter of 2026.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1124097?lang=kk

Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has signed a law “On ratification of the Protocol on Water and Health to the 1992 Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes,” Zakon.kz reports.The Protocol was adopted on June 17, 1999, in London.The purpose of the document is to ensure the protection of public health and well-being through sustainable water resource management, as well as through the prevention and control of water-related diseases.The Protocol is a multilateral legal document whose objectives are strategically aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals.On a global scale, it is the first and only treaty that focuses on water supply, sanitation, hygiene, and health issues.The main obligations of countries under the Protocol are to establish specific and measurable targets for water supply, sanitation, hygiene, and health, to establish and improve a system for monitoring and early warning of water-related diseases, to develop contingency plans with the necessary resources for response, and to develop international cooperation in the field of water resources protection and use, sanitation, and health.Thus, Kazakhstan has joined the institutional structure of the Convention and will gain access to advanced technologies and knowledge in the field of safe drinking water treatment and delivery, as well as wastewater disposal and reuse, and will be able to participate in the development of joint surveillance and early warning systems and emergency response plans.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-geneva/press/news/details/1124108?lang=kk

During his visit to Doha, the Prosecutor General of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Berik Assylov, held bilateral talks with the Prosecutor General of the State of Qatar, Issa Bin Saad Al Nuaimi, during which ways to strengthen mutual cooperation were discussed. As part of the visit, an agreement was signed between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the State of Qatar on the transfer of sentenced persons, and a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Prosecutor General’s Offices of both states.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-doha/press/news/details/1124112?lang=kk