President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted that Guy Parmelin's visit to Astana opens up good opportunities to give new impetus to the bilateral agenda.The head of state stressed that Kazakhstan considers Switzerland an important political and economic partner in Europe, as well as one of the largest investors in our country's economy, having invested $35.8 billion since 2005. The president said that there are almost 400 Swiss companies and joint ventures operating in Kazakhstan.According to Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, political dialogue between Astana and Bern is developing at various levels in an open and constructive atmosphere.Kassym-Jomart Tokayev paid special attention to the dynamic development of economic cooperation. Kazakhstan and Switzerland are fruitfully cooperating in the fields of energy and mining, manufacturing and construction, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, finance, and new technologies.In turn, Guy Parmelin expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome and highly appreciated the dynamics of bilateral cooperation. He confirmed Switzerland's commitment to further strengthening political dialogue, expanding investment projects, and promoting joint initiatives in key sectors of the economy.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-geneva/press/news/details/1115524?lang=kk

VAT administration: main changes from January 1, 2026As part of the new Tax Code, which was signed by the Head of State on July 18, 2025, the VAT rate from January 1, 2026 is 16% and applies to the amount of taxable turnover and taxable imports.Reduced VAT rates for medicines and medical services have been established: 5% - from 2026 and 10% - from 2027 (with the exception of those exempted from VAT). A reduced VAT rate is provided for the implementation of domestic periodicals - 10%.In addition, the threshold for mandatory VAT registration has been reduced from 20,000 MCI to 10,000 MCI.This will create conditions under which the costs of splitting the business will exceed the possible benefits. As a result, equal conditions will be ensured for all market participants, and tax evasion schemes will become unprofitable.Lowering the VAT registration threshold also plays an important role in creating a fairer and more transparent market environment.Limiting the obligation to pay VAT until a certain turnover is achieved helps reduce administrative barriers, facilitates accounting and improves the conditions for the development of entrepreneurship.As a result, the number of registered business entities is increasing, the tax base is expanding and economic activity in the country is stimulated.KFH is not a VAT payer, and for legal entities - agricultural producers it is envisaged to increase the additional amount of VAT credited from 70% to 80%.This measure is aimed at reducing the tax burden and equalizing the conditions for food production, and increasing the competitiveness of Kazakhstani goods in relation to imported analogues. In addition, the reason for the rise in prices for agricultural products is excluded.From January 1, 2026, the exemption from VAT is canceled when selling and renting residential premises. This change will simplify tax accounting and eliminate the need for a complex distribution of input VAT between residential and non-residential parts of buildings.The deadlines for submitting a VAT return are changing: the report can be submitted no earlier than the 15th day of the month following the reporting quarter, and no later than the 15th day of the second month. The new deadlines are aimed at reducing the number of desk notifications and additional reporting.Taken together, these innovations form a comprehensive system aimed at increasing transparency and designed to make tax administration more efficient, fair and conducive to sustainable economic development of the country.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-abay/press/news/details/1115507?lang=kk

Helsinki, November 26, 2025 – The office of EastCham Finland hosted a meeting with Finnish companies that were part of the business delegation accompanying President of Finland A. Stubb during his official visit to Kazakhstan on 28-29 October 2025.Participants reviewed the outcomes of the Kazakhstan–Finland Business Forum, the agreements reached, and the first practical results of the cooperation.Finnish business representatives highlighted their strong interest in Kazakhstan as a strategic partner in Central Asia. Special attention was given to the sectors of energy, transport and logistics, education, healthcare, forestry, water management, tourism and environmental protection.The meeting also included discussions on proposals to further develop joint projects and expansion business contacts within the framework of trade, economic, and investment cooperation.During the meeting, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Finland Azamat Abdraimov emphasized that the visit of such a significant business delegation to Kazakhstan will serve as a starting point for further strengthening business partnerships, increase the interest of companies in the region, and open new opportunities for the dynamic growth of bilateral relations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-helsinki/press/news/details/1115508?lang=kk

Astana, November 28, 2025 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held a meeting with the President of the Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation Aktoty Raimkulova.During the meeting, the parties discussed issues of cooperation within the framework of the Foundation and exchanged views on the organization’s project activities.Minister Kosherbayev noted that Kazakhstan attaches great importance to the development of the cultural and humanitarian dimension of Turkic cooperation.President of the Foundation Raimkulova informed him about the progress in implementing the instructions of the Council of Heads of States of the OTS and outlined the Foundation’s plans for the upcoming year 2026.The Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation was established on 23 August 2012. The main tasks of the Foundation are the protection, study, and promotion of Turkic culture and heritage through the support and funding of various events, projects, and programs.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1115488?lang=kk

2025 жылдың 27 қараша күні, таңғы 05:00 шамасында «Сапсан» мамандандырылған жедел қызметінің және Шу–Талас бассейндік балық шаруашылығы инспекциясының мамандары бірлескен рейд жүргізу барысында Талас ауданы, Аққұм кенті маңындағы құмды алқаптан заңсыз атылған қарақұйрыққа ұқсас жануардың ұшасын анықтады.Оқиға орнынан «А» және «Ж» есімді азаматтар жол талғамайтын автокөлігімен ұсталып, бір бірлік аңшы қаруы тәркіленді.Аталған оқиға бойынша ҚР ҚК-нің 337-бабы 1-бөлігі бойынша қылмыстық іс қозғалды.Қазіргі уақытта іске қатысты тергеп-тексеру амалдары жүргізілуде.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhambyl-tabigat/press/news/details/1115491?lang=kk

In the North Kazakhstan Region, a resident of Petropavlovsk filed a complaint with the Department of Trade and Consumer Protection regarding a violation of pricing laws. She alleged that a price tag at one of the city's supermarkets listed the price in Russian rubles, rather than in the national currency, the tenge.Following the complaint, Department specialists conducted an unscheduled inspection of the retail outlet, which confirmed the violation: the price tags did indeed contain information in foreign currency, which is contrary to the requirements of Kazakhstani law, which requires that prices for goods and services be listed exclusively in tenge. Following the inspection, the supermarket owner was held administratively liable. Furthermore, the Department issued an order to rectify the identified violations and ordered the store's management to bring the price tags into compliance with legal provisions.Such incidents not only mislead customers but also violate their rights. Listing prices in foreign currencies can create difficulties in payments and foster mistrust of retail outlets.The Department of Trade and Consumer Protection of the North Kazakhstan Region reminds that every citizen has the right to reliable and transparent information about the price of goods. If violations are detected, consumers can contact authorized agencies to protect their interests. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1115471?lang=kk

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       On July 18 of this year, a new Tax Code was adopted, introducing a number of changes to the procedure for registering taxpayers for value-added tax (VAT).       The new procedure will come into force on January 1, 2026.       Taxpayers whose turnover exceeds the threshold amount within a calendar year are subject to mandatory VAT registration. Starting from 2026, the turnover threshold is set at 10,000 MCI ~ 43 million tenge (MCI for 2026 – 4,325 tenge).This threshold applies only to taxpayers using the general taxation regime.      Exempt from mandatory VAT registration are: government institutions, branches,individuals engaged in private practice (lawyers, enforcement officers, notaries, professional mediators), all taxpayers applying special tax regimes, individuals who are not registered as sole proprietors.     Taxpayers whose turnover does not exceed 43 million tenge are also exempt from VAT registration.To register for VAT, a tax application must be submitted no later than five business days from the date on which the turnover threshold is exceeded.      A taxpayer must also submit an application before performing a transaction that exceeds this threshold.There are two ways to submit an application: electronically or on paper in person.      It should be noted that failure to register for VAT within the prescribed period results in administrative liability under Article 269 (3) (a fine of 50 MCI).       Additionally, performing taxable transactions while not registered is subject to a fine under Article 275(5) of the Administrative Code (15% of the transaction amount).A VAT payer may be deregistered only in the following cases: switching from the general taxation regime to a special tax regime; cessation of activity or liquidation.Please note that starting from 2026, voluntary deregistration from VAT due to failure to meet the minimum turnover threshold is not provided for.       Monitoring Tax Registration Compliance.       Taxpayers who violate the VAT registration requirements will be subject to monitoring for tax registration compliance. This control measure applies not only to mandatory VAT registration but also to individual entrepreneurs, private practitioners, and taxpayers engaged in certain types of activities. If a violation is detected, a notification is sent to the taxpayer.The deadline to comply with the notification is 30 business days. To support taxpayers with timely information, the State Revenue Committee regularly sends alerts through the Taxpayer’s Cabinet regarding turnover approaching the VAT registration threshold.The State Revenue Committee urges taxpayers to fulfill their tax obligations in good faith.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kyzylorda/press/news/details/1116961?lang=kk

Sindh Province, November 25-26, 2025 – Kazakh business delegation led by Acting Director of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan A.Taishikov and Managing Director of the Center for Trade Policy Development "QazTrade" B.Akhmetov participated in the international Agricultural exhibition "FoogAg2025" in Karachi.The event was attended by more than 300 Pakistan agricultural producers, as well as more than 800 trading companies from 80 countries.The Kazakh delegation included 20 companies representing the agricultural, IT, construction, as well as transport and logistics industries. As part of strengthening direct interaction between the Embassy and the Kazakh business community, Ambassador H.E. Mr. Yerzhan Kistafin held a meeting with members of the delegation, during which he spoke about the potential for developing trade and economic cooperation, urged for active entry into the Pakistan market and discussed specific projects.The meeting was also attended by Mr. Ahmed Zafar, Chief Growth Officer of one is the largest transport and logistics company “TCS”, who presented to Kazakhstan businessmen the prospects and opportunities for logistical assistance of import and export operations with Pakistan.The Embassy of Kazakhstan in Pakistan assisted in arranging negotiations with the leadership of the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan and the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry, as well as B2B meetings with representatives of the Pakistan business community.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-islamabad/press/news/details/1115445?lang=kk

From November 22 to 24, Astana transformed into an innovation hub, bringing together young engineers and inventors. The STEM Olympiad and the international “Robot Battle” competition held in the city attracted over 250 participants from five countries.Throughout the three days, students showcased their projects in robotics, programming, engineering, and 3D modeling, while also completing a range of competitive challenges.One of the most spectacular highlights was the “Robot Battle”, featuring machines weighing up to 15 kilograms.The winners and top teams of the STEM Olympiad were awarded, and the first-ever mentor competition emphasized the crucial role of teachers in nurturing future talent.Since 2018, STEM Olympiads in Astana have become an important launching platform for aspiring engineers and IT professionals, fostering innovation and technological growth in the region. https://www.instagram.com/p/DRhQyxkCNXD/?hl=ru  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana-uir/press/news/details/1115418?lang=kk

On November 28, 2025, a videoconference meeting was held on military-patriotic education of youth in the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/upr-ump-kostanay/press/news/details/1115373?lang=kk

Sindh Province, December 8-9, 2025 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan H.E. Mr. Yerzhan Kistafin paid a working visit to Karachi where, as an honorary guest, at the invitation of the Director General of Fitness and Sports of the Pakistan Army, Major General Adil Rahmani, he attended the 35th National Games of Pakistan, organized by the Olympic Association of Pakistan and the Government of Sindh Province.The National Games are an important mass sports event in the country, bringing together representatives of more than 32 sports, including athletics, wrestling, gymnastics, sailing and others.As part of the Games, demonstrative fights according to the rules of the Kazakh national wrestling - "Kazak Kuresi" were demonstrated to the attention of the audience and athletes.During his speech, Major General A.Rahmani, informed the participants and spectators of the event about his intention to develop this type of wrestling in Pakistan, register the "Kazakh Kuresi Pakistan Federation" with the opening of a network of Federation branches throughout the country in the near future.In addition, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan held meaningful meetings with the business community of Karachi, including representatives of large business by the founder and Chairman of the Board of the logistics company "TCS" Mr. Khalid Nawaz Awan, Chairman of the Board and CEO of the holding company "Tabani Group" Mr. Hamza Tabani and Managing Director of the group companies "M.H.Dadabhoy" by Mr. Fazal Karim Dadabhoy.During the meetings, issues of further building up ties between the business circles of the two countries, strengthening trade and economic cooperation were discussed, and an agreement was reached on organizing delegations of Karachi entrepreneurs to visit Kazakhstan in 2026.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-islamabad/press/news/details/1123373?lang=kk

As part of the Third European Union – Central Asia Economic Forum, held in Tashkent on November 26–27, a working meeting was held between Zhanel Kushukova, Vice Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Nurlan Kulbatyrov, Deputy Director General of QazTrade, and Pamela Coke-Hamilton, Executive Director of the International Trade Centre (ITC).The talks were constructive and confirmed the high level of partnership between Kazakhstan and ITC, which is developing with the support of the European Union through long-term programs to facilitate trade, digitalize processes, and strengthen regional connectivity.This collaboration includes the Ready4Trade Central Asia and Ready4Trade: Path to Prosperity through the Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor programs, aimed at developing trade, digitalizing procedures, and strengthening regional connectivity in the region.Discussion of the Results of the Second Phase of Ready4Trade Central AsiaThe parties reviewed the key achievements of the second phase of the Ready4Trade Central Asia project, funded by the European Union. The discussions included: improving trade procedures at the national level and strengthening coordination between Central Asian countries; enhancing the efficiency of border administration and creating conditions for the accelerated movement of goods; facilitating the development of intraregional trade; and improving the conditions for the development of international trade along the Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor. It was noted that the European Union's support plays a significant role in promoting reforms aimed at increasing transparency, reducing administrative barriers, and improving the business environment.Results of the CART.IS InitiativeThe parties discussed the progress achieved within the CART.IS initiative, implemented by ITC in close collaboration with the Ministry of Trade and Integration and with the participation of relevant government agencies.The work included:analysis of the digital maturity of government agencies involved in regulating foreign trade; assessment of interagency cooperation mechanisms; mapping key trade processes; and preparation of recommendations for digital transformation and improvement of administrative procedures. The proposed measures provide the basis for further modernization of governance processes in border and international trade and the transition to more modern, digital, and harmonized regulatory systems.Developing Export Potential: A Roadmap for Vegetable OilsThe Vice Minister and the head of the ITC paid special attention to developing Kazakhstan's export potential. During the discussion, they noted the importance of the three-year roadmap for developing vegetable oil exports developed jointly by the ITC and the Ministry, which includes a comprehensive analysis of the sector, an assessment of market opportunities, and recommendations for improving enterprise competitiveness.Vice Minister Kushukova also noted the potential for applying a similar integrated approach to other export-oriented sectors of the economy and emphasized its practical value for further strategic planning.Assessing the Partnership and Further Interaction: The Ministry of Trade and Integration noted the importance of ongoing collaboration with the ITC and emphasized the European Union's contribution to supporting reforms aimed at simplifying trade procedures, digitalizing government processes, developing export potential, and strengthening regional integration.It was noted that the ITC's activities, supported by the European Union, contribute to the advancement of integration processes in the region and the development of trade connectivity, including along the Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor.The parties confirmed their commitment to continue working together to implement the Ready4Trade Central Asia project's initiatives, which are aimed at creating a favorable business environment and developing regional cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1115409?lang=kk

You can apply to iKomek regarding the removal of Solid Household Waste (MSW) and Bulky garbage (KGM) from the territory of an apartment building using one of the following methods:Call the single toll-free number 109.Write to Whatsapp messengers, Telegram chatbot, Instagram.Apply via the SmartQostanai mobile app.To register an application, be sure to inform the operators of the following information so that the application is processed as quickly as possible:• The exact address (city, street, house number).• Type of garbage: Solid waste (if the container is overflowing) or CGM (for example, old furniture).• Detailed description of the problem: for example, "containers are overflowing", "the container for KGM has not been removed for several days", "bulky items displayed on such and such a date have not been removed".• Your contact information.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1115338?lang=kk

The Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan participated in the 5th Meeting of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Ministers of Commerce and Foreign Trade, held on November 26, as well as the 5th Meeting of the High-Level Expert Group (HLEG) on Trade, Investment, and Related Issues, held on November 24–25 in Istanbul, Turkey.The meeting focused on key areas for developing regional trade and deepening economic integration within the ECO. Discussions focused on measures to simplify trade and customs procedures, proposals to expand private sector participation, and practical steps to implement the ECO Strategy "Vision 2025 and Beyond." Participants paid special attention to the development of special economic zones, the promotion of paperless trade, and the further growth of e-commerce—areas that are currently becoming important drivers of sustainable economic interaction in the region.Alongside the official program, the International Halal Expo 2025 is taking place in Istanbul, where 10 Kazakhstani companies are presenting their products. The participation of domestic producers in this platform clearly demonstrates Kazakhstan's growing potential in the halal product segment. The products on display are attracting the attention of international partners and opening up additional opportunities for expanding Kazakhstan's exports both within the ECO countries and far beyond.Reference: Kazakhstan's trade with the ECO countries remains stable and demonstrates high potential for further growth. For example, in the first nine months of 2025, trade turnover between Kazakhstan and the ECO countries amounted to $11.2 billion (January–September 2024: $10.2 billion), representing a 10.5% increase compared to the same period last year. Exports increased by 17.9%, reaching $8.3 billion, while imports totaled $2.9 billion.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1115361?lang=kk

We answer the most pressing and frequently asked questionsAs part of its public outreach efforts, the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund will hold its traditional Open Day event online on December 4, 2025. As is well known, the UAPF places great emphasis on improving the financial and legal literacy of the population of Kazakhstan. During the first nine months of 2025, branch specialists conducted over 38,000 presentations at businesses and organizations in remote communities, attended by over 781,000 people. They also processed over 395,000 inquiries received through various feedback channels.Having collected the most important topics discussed by contributors and beneficiaries, the Fund's specialists decided to hold a question-and-answer session. During the meeting on December 4, UAPF specialists will explain to participants how to use the Fund's online tools and services for monitoring their pension accounts, the procedure for applying for payments to improve housing conditions and/or pay for medical treatment (LSPBP) and the responsibilities of the UAPF and authorized operators in this process, the reasons for changes in investment income, and the calculation of scheduled payments for individuals entitled to pension benefits. In addition, responsible employees of the regional offices will answer other questions and provide individual consultations to event participants.The meeting will be held in an interactive online format, allowing everyone to participate. We hope the event will be useful for both depositors and journalists involved in covering topics related to the funded pension system in Kazakhstan..Registration is required to participate in the event.Please follow the link https://enpf.webex.com/enpf/j.php?MTID=m936a8b127950318fa6eaceccb1172d70Event meeting number: 2514 996 4210Event meeting password: 1234«День открытых дверей» в АО «ЕНПФ» - изучаем возможности инвестирования своих пенсионных накопленийВ рамках информационно-разъяснительной работы среди населения 11 и 13 декабря 2024 года АО «ЕНПФ» проведет «День открытых дверей» на тему: «Инвестиционные стратегии УИП. Рассмотрение актуальных вопросов вкладчиков». Во время проведения Дня открытых дверейвкладчикам ЕНПФ представится уникальная возможность получить информацию об управлении пенсионными активами непосредственно от представителей управляющих инвестиционным портфелем (УИП).  Каждый УИП презентует свою стратегию инвестирования и ответит на вопросы участников мероприятия. Специалисты ЕНПФ подскажут, где найти информацию об УИП и как перевести им накопления, если вкладчик сделал свой выбор.Как известно, с января 2021 года вкладчики ЕНПФ получили возможность передавать свои пенсионные накопления частным инвестиционным компаниям – УИП. Изначально можно было передать только накопления, превышающие порог минимальной достаточности или оставшиеся на пенсионном счете после заключения договора пенсионного аннуитета со страховой компанией. Однако с 1 июля 2023 года инвестиционные возможности расширились: теперь вкладчики ЕНПФ могут передать до 50% своих сбережений за счет обязательных и обязательных профессиональных пенсионных взносов, а также 100% добровольных взносов в доверительное управление частным компаниям.          Встреча пройдет в онлайн-формате, что позволит принять участие в ней всем желающим. Надеемся, она будет полезна всем – как вкладчикам, так и журналистам, задействованным в освещении тем, касающихся накопительной пенсионной системы Казахстана.Для участия в мероприятии необходима регистрация.Просим Вас пройти по ссылке (вписать ссылку каждому филиалу отдельно).Номер event-совещания: (вписывает сам филиал)Пароль event-совещания: (вписывает сам филиал)      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.kzSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-rudnyi-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1115285?lang=kk

The Center for Forecasting Crime Threats and Public Security Risksof the Committee on Legal Statistics and Special Accountingof the Prosecutor General's Office of the Republic of Kazakhstan warns of the threatof online fraud against iPhone owners.According to foreign sources(https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/lost-iphone-dont-fall-for-phishing-texts-saying-itwas-found / https://itc.ua/news/moshennyky-obmanyvayut-vladeltsev-ukradennyh-iphone-falshyvymysoobshhenyyamy-apple-find-my/) Fraudsters send fake SMS or iMessage messages claiming to be Apple with a phishing link attached, specifying the model, color, and storage capacity of a supposedly found iPhone, thus creating the impression that the notification is genuine.By clicking the attached link, the user is taken to a fake page, visually identical to Apple's Find My service, which transmits the user's Apple ID login and password to the scammers.This allows the attackers to bypass the iPhone's Activation Lock and gain access to the device and personal information.Given the rapid spread of this type of threat, we strongly recommend:- Avoid clicking suspicious links;- Use a separate email address if you want to display contact information on the lock screen of a lost device;- Protect your SIM card with a PIN to make it more difficult to access;- Only check your device through icloud.com/find.Remain vigilant and maintain cybersecurity.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-mendykarin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1115309?lang=kk

Lisbon, 27 November 2025 - The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Portuguese Republic, with the sponsorship of the Honorary Consul of Kazakhstan in Northern Portugal, Mr Gil Fernando Vieira, and the company MPL Culture, organised a distinguished gastronomic evening under the theme “The Steppe and the Ocean”, bringing together the finest culinary traditions of the Kazakh and Portuguese peoples.The event, held in celebration of the 35th anniversary of the Declaration of State Sovereignty of the Republic of Kazakhstan, took place on 27 November at the EPUR restaurant in the historic centre of Lisbon. The renowned Michelin-starred chef Vincent Farges welcomed Artem Kantsev, one of Kazakhstan’s leading culinary masters, representing the Qazaq Gourmet restaurant and a laureate of the prestigious French gastronomic ranking La Liste 2026.The dinner, prepared jointly by the two chefs, received the highest acclaim from the distinguished guests. Among those in attendance were Carlos Fontão Carvalho, President of the Portuguese Academy of Gastronomy; Alberto Guimarães, Secretary-General of the Lisbon City Council and President of the European Community of Gastronomic Culture; Francisco Rocha Gonçalves, Vice-President of the Oeiras City Council, CEO of one of Europe’s leading science and technology parks - Taguspark - Eduardo Baptista Correia, as well as representatives of governmental institutions, the business community, and the national media.In his address, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Portugal, Mr Jean Galiev, emphasised that a nation’s cuisine, rich in diversity, stands as a profound expression of hospitality and an integral component of its cultural heritage.“For the first time in the history of relations between our two countries, a gastronomic bridge has been built between two ends of Eurasia – the boundless steppe and the vast ocean,” - the Ambassador remarked.He further noted that the event marked the official launch of the Embassy’s cultural diplomacy initiative, “Discover Kazakhstan Through the Five Senses”. In the near future, the tasting of Kazakh cuisine will be followed by exhibitions of paintings, sculptures and traditional carpets, as well as concerts of music and vocal performance in various cities across Portugal.At the conclusion of the evening, the Ambassador presented the guests with a commemorative gift - the Coat of Arms of the Republic of Kazakhstan, crafted in the traditional Portuguese azulejo style, as a symbol of cultural convergence and the strengthening ties between the two peoples.The introduction of Kazakhstan to the Portuguese public through such initiatives is intended to strengthen bonds of friendship and to stimulate broader exchanges in cultural, humanitarian and economic spheres.Background: Azulejo (from the Portuguese azul – “blue”) is a traditional form of decorative ceramic tile widely used in Portuguese architecture and interior design, and is considered a national cultural treasure.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-lisbon/press/news/details/1115314?lang=kk

The Department of State Revenue for the Jetisu region invites residents of the region to take part in the award ceremony “Best Taxpayer” and “Best Participant of Foreign Economic Activity” of the Jetisu region by the results of 2024 in various nominations.The solemn event to award the winners of Zhetisu region, will be held on December 4, 2025 at 11.00 hours, at the address: Taldykorgan city, Zhansugurova Street 113, conference room 5 floor.Come and support business leaders who make a key contribution to the economy of Zhetisu region and Kazakhstan. Our goal is to popularize honest and transparent business! Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1115327?lang=kk

In the village of Bakbakty, work is underway to repair pits along the streets of Abai, I. Panfilov, T. Ryskulov, A. Ospanov, M. Makataev, R. Topataev.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/balkhash-bakbakty/press/news/details/1115332?lang=kk