PwC welcomes Kazakhstan's transition to a new bank resolution mechanism, which will reduce the use of public funds.Álvaro Benzo, Partner at PwC, emphasized that bank resolution should not rely on public funds or taxpayers’ money. In this regard, Kazakhstan’s planned transition to the new mechanism is aimed at strengthening financial stability, protecting consumers, and ensuring a fair distribution of risks across the financial sector.“Every participant in the financial market should benefit from the new resolution framework since it reinforces overall financial stability. There is a systemic gain: all banks – whether they are in distress, undergoing resolution, or operating normally – benefit from the stability of the financial system as a whole. The absence of proper crisis management frameworks and safeguards would inevitably create problems for the entire financial system,” noted the expert.Mr. Benzo also highlighted that the new resolution mechanism is designed to strongly reduce the use of state funds in case of a financial crisis.“An ex-ante fund could in principle be a more robust tool for ensuring financial stability and addressing non-viable banks. However, the ex-post funding model proposed by the Agency – where contributions are made after a bank is declared failing or likely to fail – is a balanced approach that reduces the immediate burden on the banking system. In the current context, it represents a good compromise in terms of distributing financial costs and risks,” he added.The expert also addressed the issue of regulatory responsibility, emphasizing that the role of financial regulators is to mitigate the effects of financial crises and prevent their negative impact on financial stability.“If we tried to prevent every single potential financial crisis, we would have to place an enormous burden on the banking system in terms of supervision and capital requirements. If we aim for zero risk – avoiding any crisis – that would mean significantly increasing capital requirements, which in turn would impact credit flows into the economy,” concluded the PwC representative. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ardfm/press/news/details/1097875?lang=kk

A solemn event dedicated to the 50th anniversary of the settlement was held in the village of Saken Seifullin, Syrdarya district. Akim of the district Sarmenbayev Berik Abdygapparovich, veterans of the village, honorary citizens, representatives of the intelligentsia and residents of the village took part in the festive meeting. At the beginning of the event, the Akim of the district congratulated the villagers on a significant holiday, expressed gratitude to the citizens who contributed to the development and prosperity of the settlement, and awarded a number of residents with letters of thanks from the Akim of the district. The history of the village of Saken Seifullin, which today has a renewed appearance, dates back to the 30s of the last century. On the basis of the collective farms" May 1 "and" Kundyzdy", the foundation was laid, which was later merged into the collective farms" Lenin"," 21st Party Congress", and half a century ago it was formed as a State Farm in its own right. From the sacred soil came heroes and dancers, poets and writers and famous personalities of the country. Their life path and moral work serve as an example for the next generation. Over the years of independence, the building of the village akimat, a house of culture for 150 seats, a kindergarten, an outpatient clinic and other social facilities were built, and a new appearance of the village was formed. Infrastructure has been updated, streets have been improved, and the quality of life of residents has improved. Within the framework of the anniversary, aytys was held with the participation of famous poets of the Syr region, and a special cultural event was held that glorified the spirit of the country and the land. During the aitys, the poets talked about the past and present of the village, the valiant work of working people, the importance of unity and peace. The song contest, which was decorated with a beautiful expression of words, was warmly received by the audience and became a bright moment of regional cultural life. In addition, citizens who have contributed to the socio-economic development of the settlement and the prosperity of public life were honored, and veterans of the village and active residents were awarded special awards. Veterans were treated with dignity, and moral words were spoken to the younger generation. At the end of the solemn meeting, a festive concert was organized with the participation of rural artists.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-syrdarya-seifullin/press/news/details/1099295?lang=kk

On October 29, 2025, Magzhanov M.Zh., a representative of the Human Rights Commissioner of the Republic of Kazakhstan for the Almaty Region, participated in an operational meeting to review the work of Institution No. 57 of the Department of the Penitentiary System for the Almaty and Zhetisu Regions.During the operational meeting, Magzhanov M.Zh. briefed the staff of Institution No. 57 on the main provisions of the "Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman, and Degrading Treatment or Punishment," ratified by the Republic of Kazakhstan on June 29, 1998.In addition, in his speech, the representative of the Human Rights Commissioner touched upon the issues of strict observance of the rights of convicts serving sentences in places of detention, the inadmissibility of the use of torture and other cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment of convicts, as well as the prescribed liability for such violations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ombudsman-almaty-oblysy/press/news/details/1097702?lang=kk

The Republican tournament on Kazakh kures among young people born in 2010-2011 has started in Syrdarya district, dedicated to the honor of the honored citizen of the district, Rasul Abutalipovich Yessenov. The tournament will be held from October 31 to November 2, 2025 at the Sports Complex in the village of Terenozek. The competition is held in accordance with the rules approved by the Committee for sports and physical culture of the Ministry of Tourism and sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the association "Qazaq kuresi". At the opening ceremony, akim of Syrdarya district Sarmenbayev Berik Abdygapparovich congratulated the participants on the start of the competition and wished them good luck. He noted the great contribution of Rasul Abutalipovich to the socio-economic development of the region, his work for the country, and stressed the importance of the tournament in attracting young people to sports and raising the national spirit. Several teams from different regions of the country take part in the competition, young wrestlers compete among themselves. Competitions among juniors born in 2010-2011 38, 42, 46, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75 and passes in weight categories +75 kg. The tournament was held at a high level, and there was a fierce competition between the participants. Each team defended the honor of their region and received great support from the audience. At the end of the competition, the winners and prize-winners will be awarded with medals, diplomas and cups.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-syrdarya/press/news/details/1097684?lang=kk

On October 31, 2025 in the cities and large settlements of the Republic of Kazakhstan successfully held nationwide action “People's Lawyer”.This initiative is aimed at improving the legal literacy of citizens and providing access to free professional advice.Specialists of the Department of State Revenue in Zhetisu region took an active part in the action, providing detailed explanations on topical issues of tax and customs administration. Taxpayers and representatives of the business community received qualified consultations in the following areas:- Compliance with tax legislation.- Application of special tax regimes.- Issues of universal declaration of income and property.- Customs procedures.Direct dialog with the population allows the Department to promptly identify problematic issues in administration and ensure maximum efficiency in the provision of public services.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1097628?lang=kk

Today, a festive event dedicated to the 20th anniversary of Children and Youth Sports School No. 16 was held in III International village of Karmakshy district. The event was attended by Deputy Akim of the district Dias Moldabayev, veterans of the field, the school administration and coaches, as well as young athletes.The celebration began with a performance by young taekwondo athletes.During the event, Deputy Akim Dias Asylbekuly congratulated the participants on this important milestone, stating:— As our President noted, “A healthy nation is the key to a strong state.” Thanks to your dedication, the sports sphere in Karmakshy district is rapidly developing, raising champions who serve as role models for the younger generation. I am confident that these meaningful efforts will continue in the future. I wish everyone strong health, family well-being, great achievements and new victories! May the honor of our sports school continue to grow! May the prestige of our country always stand high! — he said.Founded in 2005, the sports school began its activity under the leadership of international master of sports Almat Kodarypov.Over the years, the school has trained winners of national championships and prize-winners of Asian and World championships.During the event, veterans and contributors to the development of the school were awarded Letters of Appreciation from the district akim and commemorative medals marking the 20th anniversary. Special awards were also presented on behalf of the Regional Department of Physical Culture, Sports and Tourism and the District Sports Department.The anniversary celebration concluded with performances by local artists, creating a joyful atmosphere for attendees.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1097543?lang=kk

Today, in Karmakshy district, as part of the republican campaign “People’s Lawyer” organized simultaneously nationwide, free legal assistance was provided to local residents.The campaign took place at the “Rukhaniyat Center” in Zhosaly settlement and at the club building of Zhanazhol rural district.The event was attended by District Prosecutor Meirambek Makhanbetzhanov, Deputy Akim of the district Dias Moldabayev, representatives of law enforcement and state revenue authorities, the healthcare and sanitary-epidemiological control departments, as well as heads of various departments and institutions, akims of settlements and rural districts, qualified lawyers, notaries, advocates, and court bailiffs.During the reception, questions were addressed not only from local residents but also from citizens of neighboring rural areas—regarding social security, employment, healthcare, land matters, and taxation. Participants received specific answers and consultations.Over 100 residents were received in Zhosaly settlement, and more than 70 residents in Zhanazhol village.As part of the campaign, legal norms currently in force were explained to the public, and relevant recommendations and instructions were given on socially significant issues.District Prosecutor Meirambek Zhanbyrbayuly stated:— Violations of the law occur not only at night but also across various sectors. Therefore, our primary goal is to enhance legal awareness and explain legal requirements through such meetings. These personal consultations are very important for directly hearing the people’s concerns and finding effective solutions, — he noted.The “People’s Lawyer” campaign is held annually across the republic on instructions of the Head of State within the framework of “Law and Order” and aims to provide free legal assistance to citizens.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1097550?lang=kk

The Presidential Administration of the Republic of Kazakhstan for 2025 In accordance with Paragraph 8 of the instruction of September 18, on October 31, 2025, the Republican Social Action "people's lawyer" was simultaneously held throughout the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan, organized by the akimat of the Syrdarya district and the prosecutor's office. Syr Darians also took an active part in the campaign. Prosecutor of Syrdarya district Abay Mukhtarovich, deputy akim of the district Rollan Manarbekovich, deputy head of the District Police Department Kasymkhan Asanovich and lawyers, lawyers and representatives of state bodies answered all the questions of the population. Also, within the framework of the campaign, about 100 citizens were provided with legal assistance. This campaign is organized annually. The National Action is supported by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and is carried out by the general prosecutor's Office of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Justice, State authorities, Zakon.kz the network edition, The Information System" paragraph", the Republican Bar Association, as well as the best lawyers and lawyers of Kazakhstan, were organized by state authorities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-syrdarya/press/news/details/1097523?lang=kk

The Department of State Revenue for the Mangystau region informs that in the implementation of the Decision of the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission dated May 30, 2023 No. 75 "On the structure and format of the declaration of goods and adjustments to the declaration of goods and amendments to certain decisions of the Commission of the Customs Union and the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission", in the ASTANA-1 information system (Keden) the declaration format for goods has been implemented.The changes provide for automation and simplification of customs procedures, as well as digitization of paper documents. In particular, all types of requests sent to the declarant, the Request/Decision form for amendments to the DT, the CDT form, etc. have been automated.In this regard, testing of the "Declaration of Goods" module of the ASTANA-1 information system (Keden) for all customs procedures started on November 3, 2025.Testing will be conducted in online and offline formats. Anyone can take part in the testing.The application procedure and testing schedule are published on the test portal of the ASTANA-1 information system (Keden) - https://test-keden.kgd.gov.kz . It also contains information about the testing procedure; video tutorials; user's guide; answers to frequently asked questions; contact information; functionality for sending comments and suggestions on the "Declaration of Goods" module.The project launch date for the Declaration of Goods module is scheduled for the second decade of January 2026. At the same time, the module will be launched taking into account the suggestions and comments provided.Dear participants of foreign economic activity, the Department of State Revenue for the Mangystau region encourages you to take an active part in the testing! (unofficial translation)Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-mangistau/press/news/details/1100775?lang=kk

As part of the implementation of the "Law and Order" ideology, on October 31, 2025, the national action "People's Lawyer" took place. The purpose of the campaign is to relieve social tension by increasing the legal literacy of the population, solving pressing issues and providing free legal assistance. The action was held with the support of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan, organized by the Prosecutor General's Office, the Ministry of Justice, and an online publication Zakon.kz , PRG information system and online publication Prosud.kz . As part of the campaign, citizens received qualified legal assistance from experienced lawyers and lawyers who provided consultations free of charge. In Kostanay region, more than 800 citizens applied for legal advice as part of the "People's Lawyer" campaign. All of them received qualified assistance, clarifications on current legal issues and recommendations on how to protect their legitimate rights and interests. The experts explained the norms of the current legislation, as well as proposed legal solutions for specific appeals. The initiative contributes to the formation of a stable legal culture in society and has already proved its effectiveness in improving the level of legal literacy and citizens' responsibility before the law. Press ServiceDepartment of JusticeKostanay region  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet-kst/press/news/details/1097455?lang=kk

On October 28–29, 2025, Ambassador Kanat Tumysh participated as the representative of Kazakhstan in the Regional Consultations for States Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), held in Hanoi, Vietnam.The consultations were organized as part of the preparatory process for the 2026 NPT Review Conference, providing a platform for regional representatives to exchange views, review progress, and reaffirm commitments under the treaty.During the meeting, Ambassador Tumysh presented Kazakhstan’s perspectives on the NPT, emphasizing the country’s consistent stance on nuclear disarmament, non-proliferation, and the peaceful use of nuclear energy. He highlighted Kazakhstan’s unique historical experience as a nation that voluntarily renounced nuclear weapons and continues to advocate for a world free of nuclear threats.The participation of Kazakhstan reaffirmed the country’s active engagement and constructive role in promoting global peace, security, and dialogue on disarmament within the framework of the United Nations and international partnerships.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-hanoi/press/news/details/1097463?lang=kk

On October 17th, 2025, Ambassador Kanat Tumysh attended the International Conference on Contemporary Issues in Tourism Research, hosted by the Faculty of Tourism Studies, VNU University of Social Sciences and Humanities (USSH, VNU), Hanoi, on the occasion of the 30th Anniversary of the Faculty’s establishment.As one of the main speakers at the conference, Ambassador Tumysh delivered remarks highlighting the growing cooperation between Vietnam and Kazakhstan in tourism — including the expansion of direct flight routes, increasing two-way travel, and the potential for developing sustainable, cultural, and eco-tourism models connecting Central and Southeast Asia.The Ambassador also underscored the importance of academic exchange and research collaboration in advancing tourism innovation and strengthening people-to-people connections between the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-hanoi/press/news/details/1097440?lang=kk

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New York, October 30, 2025 – The Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the United Nations, Kairat Umarov, and the Permanent Representative of the Republic of Botswana to the United Nations, Charles Masole, signed a Joint Communiqué on the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Republic of Botswana.This document marks a new chapter in the history of relations between the two countries. Kazakhstan and Botswana reaffirmed their intention to develop and strengthen relations of friendship and mutually beneficial cooperation based on the principles of international law and the UN Charter, in particular, mutual respect for national sovereignty and territorial integrity, equality among states, and non-interference in each other’s internal affairs.Recognizing the potential of both nations, the parties identified key areas for trade and economic cooperation, including agriculture, the energy sector, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, tourism, transport, and logistics. Kazakhstan also confirmed its readiness to share its expertise in the development of green energy and higher education.The two parties emphasized the similarity of their approaches to many issues on the international agenda, as well as shared values and goals, including the promotion of peace, sustainable development, and prosperity for both nations. They agreed to further strengthen constructive cooperation on multilateral platforms, including within the framework of the United Nations and other international organizations.Botswana has become the 190th country with which Kazakhstan has established diplomatic relations, reflecting the steady expansion of Kazakhstan’s international engagement and partnership network.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-kazakhstanun/press/news/details/1097398?lang=kk

New York, 31 October 2025 – A meeting of the Asia-Pacific Group (APG) was held at the United Nations Headquarters to review the outcomes of Kazakhstan’s Chairmanship of the Group for the month of October 2025.In line with established UN practice, Member States assume the Chairmanship of regional groups on a monthly rotating basis. Throughout October, the Republic of Kazakhstan, as Chair of the Asia-Pacific Group, coordinated the work of the countries of the region on key issues of the UN agenda and strengthened cooperation with the Organization’s various bodies and structures.The meeting was chaired by H.E. Mr. Kairat Umarov, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the United Nations, who presented an overview of the main activities and achievements accomplished under Kazakhstan’s Chairmanship.Particular attention was devoted to the presentation and consideration of candidatures from Member States for various elective positions within the UN system. A number of candidates briefed the Group on their respective priorities and visions. The session was opened by Dr. Alikhan Baimenov, Kazakhstan’s candidate for the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), who shared his vision for the Commission’s work and outlined key priorities in the event of his election.In concluding its Chairmanship, the delegation of Kazakhstan expressed its deep appreciation to the countries of the region for their constructive cooperation and support, and extended its best wishes to the State of Kuwait, which will assume the Chairmanship of the Group in November 2025. Background: The Asia-Pacific Group (APG) is one of the five regional groups of the United Nations, comprising 55 Member States of the region. The Group plays a central role in coordinating the positions of its Member States on issues considered by the General Assembly, Economic and Social Council and other UN bodies, as well as in facilitating and promoting candidatures from the region for elective positions within the UN system.In addition to the Asia-Pacific Group, the UN structure also includes:African Group (GAFS);Eastern European Group (EEG);Group of Latin American and Caribbean States (GRULAC);Western European and Other States Group (WEOG).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-kazakhstanun/press/news/details/1097399?lang=kk

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The President attended an international forum of strategic partners in the field of education and science. During the event, representatives of the global higher education space discussed new areas of cooperation with Kazakhstan. Speaking about the impact of artificial intelligence on the labor market, Nunzio Quacquarelli, president and founder of the international rating agency Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), noted the increase in the number of Kazakhstani universities in the QS ranking. According to him, Kazakhstan is making significant progress in internationalization and scientific competitiveness. Five of our universities are also included in the list of the best universities in the world, presented by the Times Higher Education publication. According to Nunzio Quacquarelli, QS intends to cooperate with Kazakhstan in creating a model for predicting future professions and developing an economy based on knowledge and innovation. Professor Wendy Larner, President of Cardiff University (UK), has highlighted the strategic importance of the partnership with Kazakhstan in the field of education and artificial intelligence. She said that Cardiff University is a member of the prestigious Russell Group and is the first university to open a campus in Kazakhstan. The new Cardiff University Kazakhstan campus will become a center for training specialists in the fields of artificial intelligence, biotechnology and medicine. Professor Peng Duan, President of Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU), emphasized the role of education in strengthening mutual trust between peoples. He emphasized the importance of opening the BLCU branch, the first Chinese language teaching center in Central Asia, on the basis of Astana International University. According to the professor, language and culture are the main keys to diplomacy of mutual understanding and trust between countries.

The International Forum of Strategic Partners in Education and Science was held with the participation of the Head of State. As part of the event, the Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Sayasat Nurbek, made a report on specific measures aimed at deeply transforming the national and global education ecosystem. According to the minister, a network of 40 branches of foreign universities is being created in Kazakhstan. 85 percent of them are focused on high-tech areas - artificial intelligence, computer engineering, cybersecurity, natural and technical sciences, nuclear physics and other popular areas. This initiative will allow to obtain high-quality education of international level in the country, attract investment and develop academic tourism. Today, 31,500 foreign students are studying in our country. This is a historical record. For the first time, the number of students from Asian countries has exceeded that from the CIS countries. It is planned to increase the number of foreign students to 100 thousand by 2029. During the forum, it was noted that a Council of Strategic Partners was established. The Council is aimed at ensuring institutional interaction and jointly addressing key challenges. To date, three meetings of the Council have been held.

The International Forum of Strategic Partners "Kazakhstan - Academic Education Zone" was held in Astana with the participation of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The forum was aimed at strengthening global cooperation in the field of education and science and identifying new directions for the development of the higher education system. During the event, it was noted that a strategic partnership council was established. The council is aimed at ensuring institutional interaction and jointly solving common problems. To date, three meetings of the council have been held. Anatoly Torkunov, Rector of the Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MSIIR), said that Kazakhstan is a reliable partner and ally for Russia in the field of education. He noted the strategic importance of the opening of the MSIIR branch in Astana, noting that this initiative will play an important role in the formation of a unified educational space and the training of future leaders. The rector of the North Kazakhstan University named after M. Kozybayev, Yerbol Isakayev, presented the experience of transforming academic cooperation into a scientific partnership through joint scientific research in the field of agriculture with the University of Arizona, on the model of a regional higher education institution. The results of the creation of the Center for Academic and Research Achievements were also presented. In his closing remarks, Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev thanked the forum participants for their informative reports and constructive suggestions, noting that Kazakhstan will continue its policy of comprehensively developing its universities.

On October 30, 2025, in Rome, at the Villa Grazioli Park, a solemn ceremony was held to unveil the bust of the great Kazakh thinker, poet, and enlightener Abai Qunanbaiuly.The ceremony was attended by the Minister of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan Aida Balaeva, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Italy Yerbolat Sembayev, members of the regional government of Rome, representatives of the Italian cultural society, as well as Kazakh students studying in Italy.Minister of Culture and Information Aida Balaeva emphasized that Abai’s works have become the foundation of the spiritual, moral, and patriotic development of the Kazakh people. Abai Qunanbaiuly called for kindness, justice, enlightenment, hard work, and love for the Motherland.The unveiling of Abai’s bust in the capital of Italy, in the year marking the 180th anniversary of his birth, became a significant event in bilateral relations, confirming the friendly ties between Kazakhstan and Italy.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-vatican/press/news/details/1097374?lang=kk