The Kazakh delegation took part in the international conference Hybrid Approaches to Standards for BTR Development: Trust and Transparency in National GHG Inventories, held in Tokyo, Japan. The event was dedicated to the development of hybrid approaches to preparing Biennial Transparency Reports (BTRs) under the Paris Agreement. During the conference, Kazakhstan presented its approaches to integrating satellite data into the national greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory in order to enhance the accuracy, transparency, and comparability of climate reporting.Within the framework of the conference, Kazakhstan outlined its national position on the use of satellite data and “top-down” approaches as a complementary tool to traditional inventory methods applied under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). It was emphasized that the foundation of the national inventory remains ground-based monitoring data and official statistics produced by relevant government authorities in full compliance with IPCC methodologies.JSC “Zhasyl Damu”, acting as the national operator in the field of climate reporting and carbon regulation, actively contributes to the development and strengthening of the methodological and institutional framework of the national GHG inventory system, including the enhancement of quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) procedures and the introduction of modern analytical tools.According to the latest national GHG inventory:the “Agriculture” sector ranks second in the structure of national GHG emissions;the “Land Use, Land-Use Change and Forestry” (LULUCF) sector is currently a net source of emissions;data for this sector cover vast areas of pastures, agricultural and forest lands and are of key importance for the implementation of the country’s climate policy.Special attention was given to Kazakhstan’s high natural and climatic heterogeneity. The country’s territory includes arid and semi-arid zones, steppes, mountainous regions, and extensive agricultural lands. This significantly affects the spatial distribution of GHG emissions and removals and increases uncertainty in estimates, particularly in the LULUCF sector.The use of satellite observations is especially relevant for the regular updating of land-use maps, tracking transitions between land-use categories, assessing the impacts of wildfires and ecosystem recovery, as well as analyzing methane emission trends in agriculture and identifying anomalous changes related to livestock dynamics and crop residue burning practices.Discussions also highlighted methodological and institutional challenges, including discrepancies between atmospheric fluxes and inventory source categories. In this context, Kazakhstan adheres to a gradual and balanced approach, which предусматривает improving and harmonizing land-use data, implementing pilot projects in the Agriculture and LULUCF sectors, and progressively integrating satellite data into the national QA/QC system.The approach presented at the conference reflects Kazakhstan’s commitment to building a scientifically robust, sustainable, and transparent climate reporting system, as well as to strengthening international cooperation in climate policy. These efforts form part of the preparations for the Regional Environmental Summit 2026, which will be held in Kazakhstan and will serve as an important platform for discussing regional climate initiatives and solutions.Background: The Regional Environmental Summit (RES 2026) is an international event aimed at bringing together Central Asian countries and other states to address pressing environmental challenges, including climate change, water resources degradation, sustainable natural resource management, and others. RES 2026 will take place from April 22 to 24, 2026, in Astana (Kazakhstan). The Summit is expected to host 1,500 delegates, including representatives of governments, international organizations, businesses, and the scientific community. The initiative to hold RES 2026 in partnership with the United Nations was announced by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, during the 78th session of the UN General Assembly in 2023. More information about RES 2026 is available at: https://res2026.kz/ Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/1157610?lang=kk

Mumbai, 5-7 February 2026 - Kazakh delegation took part in one of Asia's largest international tourism exhibitions, Outbound Travel Market (OTM) 2026.According to the organizers, this year's exhibition was the largest in its history, with over 2,200 representatives from more than 60 countries, as well as 30 Indian states and union territories. Participants in the event include high-ranking representatives of government agencies, national tourism organizations, airlines, hotel chains, and leading players in the global tourism industry.The Kazakh delegation included representatives of the Embassy of Kazakhstan in India and the Almaty City Administration. In addition, the event was attended by executives from leading Kazakhstan's tourism companies, as well as representatives from organizations such as Air Astana, the Ritz-Carlton Kazakhstan hotel chain, and other industry-specific companies.The Kazakhstan pavilion presented the country's rich and harmonious cultural heritage, embodied in a contemporary design solution. The exhibition vividly demonstrated Kazakhstan's national craftsmanship, culture, and identity, helping to strengthen its position as one of Central Asia's leading touristic destinations.The exhibition attracted considerable attention from the professional community and, at the end of the exhibition, was awarded the prestigious prize for “Best Promotion of Urban Tourism.”As part of the exhibition in Mumbai, the Kazakh delegation held more than 100 targeted B2B meetings with leading tour operators, airlines, and international hotel chains. The talks focused on developing inbound tourism, creating new tourism products, and expanding partnerships, with a particular emphasis on the promising Indian market.On the final day of the exhibition, Kazakhstan strengthened its steadily developing cooperation with the Indian tourism industry by organizing a themed networking evening held in conjunction with the OTM-2026 exhibition.The format of the meeting organically combined the presentation of touristic destinations and substantive industry dialogue, which clearly reflected the sustained momentum of cooperation between Kazakhstan and India in the fields of tourism, aviation, and investment.Speaking to the audience, the representative of the Embassy of Kazakhstan in India emphasized the strategic role of tourism in the current stage of bilateral relations.“We welcome the Indian government's decision to grant Kazakh citizens free visas for up to 30 days for tourism and medical purposes. This step will make a significant contribution to further strengthening bilateral ties and will promote the development of deeper contacts at the citizen level,” he said.At the end of his speech, the Embassy representative invited Indian companies to participate in investment projects in the tourism sector in the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-delhi/press/news/details/1157614?lang=kk

A regular meeting of the Constitutional Reforms Commission (Constitutional Commission) will be held today.The event will be broadcast live on the official social media pages:— consot_kz— constcouncil.kz— "Constitutional reform – 2026"The live broadcast starts at 16:00.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1157577?lang=kk

During a working trip to the Auliekol district, the akim (governor) of the Kostanay region, Kumar Aksakalov, participated in a ceremony to hand over keys to new apartments to residents of the village of Auliekol from among socially vulnerable categories of citizens.In Auliekol, for the first time in many years, not counting housing built after a fire, a new multi-apartment residential building has been constructed.The housing was provided from the municipal housing stock as part of the implementation of state housing policy. A total of 24 apartments were handed over to the new residents. The project was implemented using budgetary funds, with a total cost of 356.3 million tenge. The housing supplier was "Yelorda Invest Stroy" LLP.The regional akim noted that the development of housing construction is one of the priorities of state policy. He also noted that housing construction is actively developing not only in cities but also in district centers and villages, which increases their attractiveness for living and working."The Head of State pays special attention to the housing construction sector. In the Kostanay region, this work is carried out systematically, and the volume of housing commissioned is growing annually. By the end of 2025, 517.4 thousand square meters of housing were commissioned in the region, of which 63.7 thousand were in rural areas. This has made it possible to provide apartments to more than 5.4 thousand families," noted the head of the region.The total area of the residential premises is 1,228.8 square meters. The new three-story building includes 9 one-room and 15 two-room apartments ranging in area from 37 to 64 square meters. The apartments were handed over with finished interior work, equipped with all utility connections, and are completely ready for occupancy.Concluding the ceremony, the head of the region congratulated the new residents and wished them well-being.Special attention in the region is paid to supporting youth. The "Kostanay Zhastary" program is being implemented, under which over 340 young families have purchased their own housing in three years.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1157583?lang=kk

From February 1, 2024, to February 1, 2026, 223,785 applications totaling $35.20 million have been processed (transferred to authorized operators for crediting to applicants' bank accounts).Of these:139,759 applications totaling over $22.09 million were processed for housing improvements;84,026 applications totaling $13.11 million were processed for payment for education.As a reminder, recipients of targeted savings (TS) have the right to use the entire amount or a portion of it. Any unused balance remains in the targeted savings account (TSA).The most popular sub-purposes for using funds to improve housing conditions were: replenishing a deposit in housing construction savings for further accumulation (136,490 applications completed for a total of $21.61 million), making a down payment to obtain a mortgage loan for the purchase of housing - 1,108 applications for a total of $164.71 thousand, and acquiring housing through civil law transactions (final settlement) - 819 applications for a total of $119.36 thousand.The most popular sub-goals in terms of paying for education were: payment for educational services of educational organizations located in 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) (76,643 applications were completed for a total of approximately 12.15 million US dollars), replenishment of an educational savings deposit under an agreement on an educational savings deposit (5,134 applications were completed for a total of over 645.10 thousand US dollars), 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) (1,827 applications were completed for a total of 252.49 thousand US dollars). Detailed information on social security 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, Kazakhstani children received a further payment of $130.71 per child based on the results of 2025, $129.38 per child in 2024, and $100.52 per child in 2023. Children under 18 receive annual payments from the National Fund as targeted benefits, which are recorded in their accounts opened with the UAPF. According to law, the amounts accrued to young Kazakhstani citizens remain part of the National Fund's assets and continue to be invested. Through continued investment, each child's targeted requirement amount increases annually through the investment income received.As a result, the total amount of all accumulated target requirements (including the annually accrued investment income) for a child participating in the program:- the third year, was $370.56;- the second year, was $263.93;- the first year, was $130.71. Adult citizens must independently obtain information about their target requirements through their personal account on the UAPF or e-government websites, and then contact an authorized operator to open a US dollar bank account and submit an online application for target requirements to improve housing conditions and/or pay for education. Currently, the authorized operators are:JSC Otbasy Bank (for housing and education),JSC Halyk Bank (for education),JSC Bank CenterCredit (for education). Statistics on minor children eligible for targeted requirements and adult recipients of targeted savings, as well as on the use of targeted savings for housing and/or education, can be found on the enpf.kz website. You can review the program terms, get instructions, and get answers to your questions on the website kids.enpf.kz. You can also view video comments and instructions on the topic on the БЖЗҚЕНПФ YouTube channel:video commentary by the Chairman of the Executive Board of UAPF JSC Zh.B. Kurmanov:https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=30CdPWl6dv0video commentary by Managing Director of UAPF JSC M.T. Sharipov:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APg2vATmMk0Video commentary "Question and Answer" on the "National Fund for Children" program:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4cKr1VCAvUkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrV0y37Gjnk Instructions for the "National Fund for Children" website:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgP3dmMwAHchttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyC2c-HgqpQInstructions for the implementation of the "National Fund for Children" program:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqeT41rWecAhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNBSS1VHdWU Instructions on how to check savings under the "National Fund for Children" program for adult Kazakhstani citizens:https://youtu.be/lP1JQ0CuCrs?si=rZV0_mziIQR1MAgLhttps://youtu.be/qkBLyBVUzGY?si=7fjzS5O_ylBQvVyHSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimat-beyneu/press/news/details/1164676?lang=kk

The Amankaragai station building has resumed operations after a major renovationin the Auliekol districtOn the instructions of the President, a large-scale program for the renewal of railway stations is being implemented in the republic. In the Kostanay region, six stations are being reconstructed - in Kostanay, Arkalyk, Tobol, Zhelezorudny, Amankaragai, and Kushmurun.Today, the Amankaragai station building has already resumed operations after a major renovation. The reconstruction of the building was carried out under the order of JSC "NC "Kazakhstan Temir Zholy". The general contractor was "SERVISSTAL" LLP.During a working visit to the village of Amankaragai in the Auliekol district, the Akim (Governor) of the Kostanay region, Kumar Aksakalov, emphasized that the railway station is one of the key transport facilities."The station building has been updated and its area increased from 403 m2 to 435 m2. Engineering networks, waiting halls and ticket zones, sanitary facilities have been modernized, and modern security systems have been implemented. Special attention during the reconstruction was paid to creating a barrier-free environment. Conditions have been provided for people with limited mobility, the elderly, and passengers with children. The level of comfort and quality of passenger service has been significantly improved", noted the Akim of the Kostanay region, Kumar Aksakalov.For the period of reconstruction, the relocation of passengers and staff to the ECP (Electrical Centralization Post) building was organized, equipped with 40 seats and a heating system, which ensured comfortable conditions during the autumn-winter period.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1157568?lang=kk

The meeting discussed the appeals and suggestions received from residents to solve the current problematic situation with neglected animals in the city.During the meeting, the need for a comprehensive solution to the problem of neglected animals in accordance with the legislation was noted.As a result, the working group sent the following recommendations to government agencies:strengthen control over the fulfillment of contractual obligations in the framework of public procurement of trapping, sterilization, identification and temporary maintenance of neglected animals;conduct raids on the private sector of the city to check the maintenance of pets in accordance with legal requirements;conduct an information campaign on the need for responsible pet care;prepare an additional budget application for trapping, keeping, identification and sterilization of neglected animals.Proposals on amendments to laws and regulations related to responsible pet care were also sent to the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The Working Group will continue its activities, combining the efforts of government agencies, deputies and public organizations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ukmaslihat/press/news/details/1157458?lang=kk

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ANNOUNCEMENT! Live broadcast on "Transitional Provisions for Special Tax Regimes."On February 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM, we will host a live broadcast on our Instagram page mkd_aqmol on the topic "Transitional Provisions for Special Tax Regimes." Speaker – Nazgul Ayupova, head of non-production payments departmentModerator – Shynar Musina, head of outreach and contact center departmentSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1157358?lang=kk

7-8 февраля 2026 года прошёл Республиканский чемпионат «ASTANA TECH CUP-2026». Учащиеся КГУ «Опорная школа (ресурсный центр) имени А.Бокейхана» Охан Нұрасыл, Делегат Таңжарық, под руководством педагогов Муратбек А. и Болат Б., в категории «Autonomous Car Racing» заняли III место и получили путевку на Fibonacci Internation Robot Olympiad Туркия в Турции (г.Анталия).Желаем дальнейших побед!#ASTANATECHCUP2026  #FibonacciOlympiadSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu-osakarovka/press/news/details/1157301?lang=kk

On February 9, 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 a Regional Training on Countering Biological Terrorism in Central Asia.
The event is organized by the United Nations Counter-Terrorism Centre (UNCCT) with the financial and organizational support of the MFA of Kazakhstan.
In his speech, the Head of the Representative office emphasized Kazakhstan's commitment to strengthening regional and international security, as well as active cooperation with the UNCCT on emergency challenges.Special attention was paid to the initiative to establish an International Agency for Biological Safety.
In conclusion, the participants confirmed their willingness to contribute to international initiatives in the field of security and sustainable development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-almaty/press/news/details/1157305?lang=kk

The Forum of Kazakhstan Machinery Manufactures is the main platform for dialogue between the state and business, where a conceptual vision for the development of the mechanical engineering and manufacturing industries is formed. The event will discuss mechanisms of state industrial policy, measures to stimulate import substitution, technological modernization, and increasing the competitiveness of domestic production. More than 1,000 participants are expected to attend, including representatives of government agencies, the business community, major consumers, and leading manufacturers of machine-building products from over 20 countries.As part of the Forum, from April 1 to 3, 2026, at the EXPO International Exhibition Center will host the KAZAKHSTAN MACHINERY FAIR 2026 international specialized exhibition, which will showcase modern technologies, equipment, and solutions for various segments of the machine-building industry.The Forum program and participant registration are available at the website www.smkz.kz: https://smkz.regist.kz/event.php?id=35 Join the event that determines the direction of development of Kazakhstan's machine building industry. #СМК #СоюзМашиностроителей #XIIIФорумМашиностроителейКазахстана #ҚазақстанМашинаЖасаушыларыныңXIIIФорумы #ҚМЖО#ForumOfKazakhstanMachineryManufactures #AKMI #13Forum #AssociationOfKazakhstanMachineryIndustry #mechanicalengineering Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/1157492?lang=kk

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A new draft of the Constitution has been submitted to the Republic of Kazakhstan as part of the constitutional reform planned for 2026. The document is aimed at modernizing the country's legal system, improving public administration, and creating a legal framework that meets the modern requirements of social development. The new draft Constitution identifies education and science, culture and innovation as the state's main priorities. These areas will serve as the basis for developing human capital and strengthening the country's intellectual potential. In addition, one of the important innovations of the reform is the constitutionalization of the sphere of digitalization. For the first time, norms have been introduced to protect the rights of citizens in the digital environment, and legal mechanisms have been defined for ensuring the security of personal data and the use of modern technologies. In general, the new Constitution is aimed at increasing the mutual responsibility of society and the state, developing the rule of law, and improving the quality of life of citizens.

The draft new Constitution provides for the creation of the People's Council, a high consultative body representing the interests of the people of Kazakhstan. The main task of the People's Council is to strengthen social harmony, strengthen national unity, promote national values, and develop proposals on key areas of domestic policy. The Council also has the right to submit draft laws to the Kurultai and initiate a national referendum. This norm expands the possibilities for the public to participate in the governance of the country and raises public dialogue to a new level.

The updated Constitution defines the unshakable principles and fundamental values directed towards the development of the state. One of them, and unique, is the issue of protecting sovereignty and independence. The new version of the Constitution enshrines the state sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of the Republic of Kazakhstan as the highest constitutional values. These principles form a solid legal basis for the state's domestic and foreign policy and are aimed at ensuring national security. The Constitution establishes the strengthening of the country's independence, preservation of the integrity of state power, and protection of the constitutional structure as the main tasks of the state. The principle of protecting sovereignty serves to ensure the country's stable development and social harmony, guided by national interests. The 2026 constitutional reform will systematize legal mechanisms aimed at preserving and strengthening the independence of the Republic of Kazakhstan, laying a solid foundation for the future development of the state. The updated Constitution will be an important strategic document aimed at protecting the sustainable development, national identity, and state integrity of Kazakhstan as a sovereign state.

The updated version of the Constitution clearly sets out the unshakable principles and values that determine the fundamental directions of the state's development. Among them, the issue of protecting human rights and freedoms was identified as a top priority. The new Constitution recognizes the person, his life, rights and freedoms as the highest value, and this principle is enshrined at the constitutional level. The state considers the protection of the rights and legitimate interests of citizens as one of its main tasks. This strengthens the principles of the rule of law and lays a solid foundation for creating a just and open society. The new version of the Constitution places special emphasis on the protection of personal freedom, honor and dignity of citizens, equality before the law, as well as the observance of legal guarantees. These norms are aimed at protecting the interests of citizens in the practice of law enforcement and increasing the responsibility of state authorities. The 2026 constitutional reform will serve to strengthen mutual trust between society and the authorities, identifying the protection of human rights and freedoms as a key factor in the sustainable development of the state. The updated Constitution will create a solid legal basis for ensuring the rule of law in the country and ensuring the safe and free life of every citizen.

Dear taxpayers!The State Revenue Committee informs that since 02/06/2026, new versions of the following tax reporting forms are available in the new Taxpayer's Office of the Integrated Tax Administration System (IAS):1. Calculation of current property tax payments (TNF 701.01);2. Declaration for taxpayers applying a special tax regime based on a simplified declaration (TNF 910.00).To enter the new Office of the ISNA taxpayer, follow the link https://knp.kgd.gov.kz .If you have any questions, you can contact the email address knpsd@ecc.kz of the support service.For reference. The tax reporting forms, as well as explanations on their completion, were approved by the Order of the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated November 12, 2025 No. 695 "On Approval of tax reporting forms with explanations on their preparation and Rules for their submission."ATTENTION! The new versions of the TNF for 2026 are NOT AVAILABLE in the old CNP and IS SONO.At the same time, the submission of tax reports for the 2nd half of 2025 will also remain available in the old KNP and the SONO IS. (unofficial translation)Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-mangistau/press/news/details/1157269?lang=kk

By order of the Head of State, one of the country's most important social projects, "National Fund for Children," has been implemented since January 1, 2024.The program aims to build initial savings for young Kazakhstanis to support their successful start in adult life. These savings can be used to improve their housing conditions and/or pursue an education, or saved for the future as retirement savings.Every year, minor children receive funds from the National Fund in the form of targeted requirements, as well as investment income, into their UAPF accounts. Upon reaching adulthood, the accumulated requirements are transferred to the UAPF as targeted savings in their targeted savings accounts. Based on the results of 2025, 6,918,656 Kazakhstani children received the next payment of 130.71 US dollars per child. As a reminder, 50% of the National Fund's investment income is distributed equally annually among all children who are citizens of Kazakhstan. Information on children is obtained from the State Database of Individuals (SDB I) as of the end of December 31 of the previous year. In addition, all minor children participating in the program receive additional investment income annually on their previously accumulated claim amounts.For children participating in the program for the third year, the additional investment income over the past two years totaled $9.95. For children participating in the program for the second year, the additional income over the past year totaled $3.84.As a result, the total amount of all accumulated target requirements (including the additional investment income annually accrued) for a child participating in the program:- The third year was $370.56;- the second year was $263.93;- the first year was $130.71. The accumulated amount of target requirements, taking into account investment income per participant      (in US dollars)The year from which the child is a Participant of the target requirementsYear of accrual of target requirements (TR)and investment income on target requirements (II on TR)Accumulated amount per participant202420252026TRII on TRTRII on TRTR2023100.523.04129.386.91130.71370.562024хх129.383.84130.71263.932025хххх130.71130.71 As a reminder, children under 18 receive annual payments from the National Fund as targeted benefits, which are recorded in their accounts opened with the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund. According to the law, the amounts accrued to children remain part of the National Fund's assets and continue to be invested. Thanks to continued investment, each child's target requirements amount increases annually through the investment income received. Since the program's inception, the total amount of payments to all children from the National Fund has reached approximately $2.5 billion.In 2026, 356,613 Kazakhstani citizens will turn 18 and will be eligible to use their targeted savings.As a reminder, in the year children reach adulthood, their target requirements become target savings and are automatically credited in US dollars to their target savings accounts in the UAPF at the beginning of the year. From the date they reach their 18th birthday, they have the right to independently use their target savings to improve their housing conditions and/or pursue an education, or to save them for the future as retirement savings. Accuracy and completeness of children's recordsWhen forming a complete list of children participating in the program, the UAPF takes into account the following information obtained from the State Database of Individuals through the integration of digital systems:about children who were citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan by birth;about children who acquired citizenship of the Republic of Kazakhstan after birth, indicating the date of acquisition of citizenship of the Republic of Kazakhstan;about children who have lost or renounced citizenship of the Republic of Kazakhstan;about deceased children, indicating the date of death or the date of entry into force of the court decision declaring them dead;about updating other information about children contained in the State Database of Individuals.When determining the number of program participants by the end of 2025, children who were previously not included in the list were also taken into account, including those whose data in the State Data Bank of Individuals was incomplete or outdated. They were awarded all amounts for the missed period in full, including investment income.Access to information                 Parents and other legal representatives can check the child's participation in the program for children under 18 using their individual identification number (IIN) on the kids.enpf.kz website, in the eGov mobile app, and in the apps of some second-tier banks.Program participants who have reached adulthood can check the information themselves in their personal accounts on the enpf.kz website, in the ENPF mobile app, or in the eGov mobile app.If they decide to use their savings, they must contact an authorized bank to open a US dollar bank account and submit an online application for payment. Applications can be submitted online or through the mobile app of one of the following authorized banks: Otbasy Bank JSC (for housing improvements and education payments), Halyk Bank of Kazakhstan JSC, and Bank CenterCredit JSC (for education payments). The National Fund for Children program is a long-term strategy that promotes savings for children and future generations.Statistics on minor children eligible for targeted benefits and adult recipients of targeted savings, as well as on the use of targeted savings for housing and/or education, can be found on the enpf.kz website.Video commentary on the topic is available on the БЖЗҚЕНПФ YouTube channel.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimat-beyneu/press/news/details/1166919?lang=kk

Prospects for Cooperation between KazAID and JICA in the Healthcare SectorOn 2 February 2026, a working meeting of medical specialists from Central Asian countries was held in Almaty, including graduates of the JICA training program on endoscopic diagnosis and therapeutics of early-stage gastric cancer. Representatives of the Kazakhstan Agency of International Development “KazAID” took part in the event.During the meeting, participants became acquainted with the activities of the Kazakh Institute of Oncology and Radiology, as well as the training endoscopy center based at the Research Institute of Cardiology and Internal Diseases.The parties discussed preparations for an international seminar for endoscopists planned for 2026, aimed at developing professional competencies and facilitating practical knowledge exchange among specialists from Central Asian countries. Particular attention was given to sharing Japanese and Kazakhstani experience in the early diagnosis and treatment of gastric cancer.The sides confirmed their intention to continue cooperation focused on strengthening medical competencies, enhancing the capacity of healthcare systems in the region, and improving access to modern endoscopic diagnostic and treatment methods.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazaid/press/news/details/1157216?lang=kk