The nationwide environmental campaign “Clean Kazakhstan” is actively being carried out in our district, with large-scale cleanup activities taking place in towns and rural districts. Today, in the conference hall of the district akimat, the results of this work were summarized and several employees were recognized. The meeting was chaired by the district akim, Zhandos Erkinbek, who thanked the citizens for their active participation.“Each institution, each department, and the employees of rural districts demonstrated great unity and contributed to holding all district events at a high level. Along with cleanup efforts, modernization of facilities being put into operation was also carried out with quality. Such unity and responsibility are our main strength,” he emphasized.During the event, several employees who actively participated in the district’s improvement efforts were presented with Letters of Appreciation from the district akim.Additionally, congratulatory remarks were delivered by the chairman of the district maslikhat, Ädil Koshalakov, the chairman of the public council, Äbdırakhman Kulduisenov, and construction industry veteran Qarshyga Esdauletov.The district akim noted that good results can only be achieved through joint effort and wished the employees good health, family well-being, and success in their work.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1114537?lang=kk

As of November 1, 2025, Kazakhstani pension savings totaled 25.84 trillion tenge, an increase of 4.27 trillion tenge, or 19.8%, over the past 12 months.Savings from compulsory pension contributions (CPC) totaled 24.46 trillion tenge as of November 1, 2025, an 18.0% increase year-on-year. Pension savings from compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPC) reached 727.11 billion tenge, an increase of 14.7% year-on-year. Voluntary pension contributions (VPC) demonstrated the largest increase over the past 12 months: their amount increased by 30.0% to 9.56 billion tenge.As of November 1, 2025, the amount of pension savings from employer’s compulsory pension contributions (ECPC), received from 1 January 2024 into the pension accounts of contributors (beneficiaries), amounted to 642.07 billion tenge.  IncomesThe increase in savings is driven by pension contributions and investment income.Pension contributions to contributors' accounts for the first 10 months of 2025 totaled 2.64 trillion tenge (an increase of 17.2%, or 385.86 billion tenge, compared to the same period last year).Individual pension savings accounts (IPSAs) using the CPC system have received 2,157.36 billion tenge since the beginning of the year as of November 1, 2025 (a 9.5% increase compared to the same period last year), COPC accounts have received 111.11 billion tenge (an increase of 17.6%), and VPC accounts have received 1.96 billion tenge. Contributions from the ECPC system for the first 10 months of 2025 totaled 365.22 billion tenge. Pension benefits and transfersPayments for all types of contributions and transfers to insurance organizations from the UAPF for the first 10 months of 2025 totaled 1,539.97 billion tenge, exceeding the previous year's payment volume by almost 1.6 times, or 550.06 billion tenge.Old-age benefit payments as of November 1, 2025, increased by 18.5% over the 12 months to 203.37 billion tenge. The average scheduled monthly payment from the UAPF upon reaching retirement age was 35,728 tenge.From the beginning of the year through November 1, 2025, lump sum pension benefit payments (LSPBPs) totaling 919.55 billion tenge were made for housing improvements and medical treatment, inheritance payments totaling 54.14 billion tenge, payments related to permanent residence outside the Republic of Kazakhstan totaling 36.57 billion tenge, payments to persons with disabilities totaling 2.60 billion tenge, and funeral payments totaling 8.87 billion tenge. A total of 314.87 billion tenge was transferred to insurance companies. Number of pension savings accountsThe total number of pension savings accounts in the UAPF as of November 1, 2025, was 18.06 million (an increase of 1.13 million or 6.7% over the 12 months). The number of IPSAs of contributors (beneficiaries) in the UAPF as of November 1, 2025, was 12.68 million, including 11.27 million under CPC, 756,180 under COPC, and 462,230 under VPC. It should be noted that, in accordance with international practice, an IPSA is considered active if a contribution has been received into it at least once during the year. Over the first 10 months of 2025, CPCs were received on 7.03 million IPSAs, representing 57.5% of the 12.23 million IPSAs to which these contributions could have been made. This figure includes accounts opened before January 1, 2025, as well as new accounts opened during the reporting period. This figure excludes accounts of recipients who relocated abroad but did not claim their savings, deceased contributors whose heirs did not formalize the inheritance of their pension savings, military personnel transferred to full state pension provision since 2017, and other categories of contributors (beneficiaries) whose accounts should not receive contributions under Kazakhstani law. The number of notional pension accounts in the UAPF, which record information on received CPCs in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, amounted to 5.39 million.All current information on pension asset statistics is available on the enpf.kz website in the "Statistics and Analytics" section.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimat-beyneu/press/news/details/1124527?lang=kk

Since the consolidation of pension assets into the UAPF in 2014, as of November 1, 2025, accumulated net investment income exceeded 13.60 trillion tenge. Taking into account payments made, its share of total pension savings reached 42.3%, highlighting the significant role of investment activity in shaping Kazakhstanis' pension savings.However, returns for individual short-term periods do not reflect the true effectiveness of pension asset management, as income from interest on financial instruments and other transactions accrued over a short period of time does not always cover fluctuations in securities prices and exchange rates over a given period. Therefore, it is advisable to objectively assess investment income over a period of at least one year. The accrued investment income for the last 12 months from November 2024 to October 2025 amounted to approximately 2.82 trillion tenge, with a return of 12.58%. As of November 1, 2025, the ECPC return for the last 12 months was 7.51%.In the medium and long term, a positive real return on pension savings is ensured, outpacing the cumulative inflation rate. Thus, the cumulative investment return from the inception of the funded pension system in 1998 to November 1, 2025, was 1,062.38%, with inflation for the entire period at 925.20%.We also remind you that Kazakhstan has a unique guarantee of the safety of mandatory pension contributions, taking into account the inflation rate. In cases of decreased returns in a specific period that affect the depositor's accumulated returns upon the entitlement to payments, compensation for the difference is guaranteed by the state.The entire investment management and accounting system for pension assets is transparent: each contributor can view their investment income in their personal account on the enpf.kz website or in the mobile app.Information on the investment management of UAPF pension assets and the financial instruments in which UAPF pension assets are invested is published on the official UAPF website (www.enpf.kz) in the "Statistics and Analytics/Investment Management of Pension Assets" section.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimat-beyneu/press/news/details/1121727?lang=kk

To promote the development of livestock farming in the district, construction work is underway in the Karmakshy rural district on the “Kozhatay” water-retaining dam.District akim Zhandos Erkinbek personally inspected the progress of the construction, met with residents engaged in livestock farming, and listened to their proposals and opinions.In addition, the issue of constructing the “Kozhatay” water-regulating dam was reviewed in detail, and specific instructions were given to the responsible specialists.Restoring the “Kozhatay” water-retaining dam on the Karozyek channel will make it possible to fill the nearby lakes — Dosymkol, Kyzylkol, Zhayynkol, Taskyn, Ketebay-Masak, Karakol-1, Karakol-2, and others — with water, thereby fostering the development of fisheries and creating a favorable ecological environment.In this area, the main directions of livestock development can be effectively focused on producing meat, shubat, and kymyz.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1114492?lang=kk

Currently, systematic work is being carried out in our district to improve pedestrian infrastructure, and upgrades are underway on several streets. In this regard, today the district akim inspected the progress of pedestrian pathway construction on U. Tomanov, Kh. Zhomartov, and Ye. Koishybayev streets.According to the schedule agreed upon with contractor organizations, the pedestrian pathways on these three streets are planned to be fully completed by the end of December. Zhandos Erkinbek emphasized the importance of work quality and strictly instructed responsible officials to ensure full compliance with all requirements to create a comfortable environment for residents.The akim continued his working trip by inspecting the major renovation of the railway station building in Zhosaly settlement. The construction work is nearing completion on the facade cladding, internal dismantling, and roof installation. A total of 46 workers from the contracting company are involved in the project. The district akim highlighted the significance of this facility for the community and instructed that all work be completed both on time and with high quality.Overall, the district akim noted that all ongoing projects are under constant supervision and that the quality and deadlines of every facility will be strictly monitored.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1114495?lang=kk

On November 27, 2025, as part of the "Law and Order" program, an intellectual game was held for students of the Kostanay Humanitarian College to test their knowledge of the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Participants demonstrated excellent preparation in such important areas as intellectual property, enforcement proceedings, notaries, advocacy, and anti-corruption.The game was held in an engaging format, with each team demonstrating not only their knowledge but also their ability to think logically and work as a team.The goal of the event was to develop strong legal knowledge among young people, increase their interest in legal culture, and develop a conscientious attitude toward the law.Being legally literate means being protected!Press ServiceDepartment of JusticeKostanay region  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet-kst/press/news/details/1114474?lang=kk

Warsaw, November 27, 2025 -  The Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Poland Nurlan Zhalgasbayev met with the president of the polish Foundation for interreligious cooperation "Common roots" Marek Oledski and the founder of the Foundation, Aleksander Zagiel.During the meeting, the parties discussed the state and prospects for the development of Kazakh-Polish cooperation in strengthening interfaith ties.In this regard, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan particularly noted the important role of the Congress of leaders of world and traditional religions, aimed at the formation and development of a permanent international interfaith platform for constructive dialogue. It was emphasized that the polish Foundation's cooperation with the Kazakhstan International Center for interfaith and interreligious dialogue will help identify new points of interaction and facilitate the development of coordinated solutions.In turn, the polish interlocutors expressed interest in collaborating with their Kazakh partners to develop ties to bring religions, cultures, and peoples closer together. They noted that the Foundation's goals are to promote dialogue, support education, and create a space where faith, culture, and solidarity lead to reconciliation and unity. In this regard, they expressed confidence in the fruitfulness and constructiveness of such cooperation. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-warsaw/press/news/details/1114433?lang=kk

Cooperation in the field of early childhood educationOn November 27 this year, Chairman of the Board of KazAID Arken Arystanov met with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Representative in Tajikistan Arthur van Diesen within the framework of his visit to Kazakhstan.During the conversation, the parties discussed important areas of cooperation in the Republic of Tajikistan, issues of financing the early childhood education and care system, as well as prospects for partnership between the organizations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazaid/press/news/details/1114456?lang=kk

Copenhagen, 26-28 November 2025 – To strengthen political dialogue and expand practical cooperation between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Kingdom of Denmark, Kazakhstan’s Ambassador Olzhas Suleimenov paid a working visit to Copenhagen.During the visit, a meeting was held with the leadership of one of Denmark’s largest multinational corporations – Carlsberg Group. The parties discussed prospects for expanding the company’s investment activities in Kazakhstan, modernizing production capacities, and exploring new areas of collaboration.In addition, substantive negotiations took place with the management of LEGO Group, during which the parties reviewed potential cooperation in the fields of innovation, engineering skills, and educational methodologies in Kazakhstan.As part of the economic track, the Ambassador met with the leadership of the Confederation of Danish Industry, where discussions focused on opportunities to expand trade and economic cooperation, deepen industrial partnerships, and engage Danish companies in implementing infrastructure and technological projects in Kazakhstan.A key component of the program was the series of meetings at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark. The Ambassador held talks with Under-Secretary for Foreign Policy, Political Director Eva Barløse, as well as Director of the Department for European Neighbourhood Peter Lassen. The discussions covered the current state of bilateral relations, cooperation within international organisations, and issues related to sustainable development. The parties underlined the constructive nature of the Kazakhstan-Denmark dialogue and confirmed their readiness to further advance political, economic, and humanitarian cooperation.As part of the working visit, the Ambassador also met with the leadership of the Ministry of Taxation of Denmark. The talks focused on the exchange of best practices in tax administration, business regulation, and the digitalisation of public services.During the visit, the Ambassador attended the FC Copenhagen – FC Kairat football match, ahead of which he met with representatives of the Kazakh diaspora in Denmark. Their active contribution to promoting cultural exchanges and strengthening Kazakhstan’s positive image abroad was noted. The discussion also addressed plans to deepen cooperation further, including youth initiatives, cultural projects, and educational programmes.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-stockholm/press/news/details/1114462?lang=kk

Mexico City, November 26, 2025 – The first meeting of the Friendship Groups of the Parliaments of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the United Mexican States in their renewed composition took place. The meeting was held online. Despite the significant time difference, the participants exchanged a number of proposals for cooperation, and the discussions on the prospects for collaboration proceeded in a lively manner.The parties briefed each other on the main political processes taking place in Kazakhstan and Mexico.Maribel Martinez Ruiz, Head of the Friendship Group in the Chamber of Deputies (the lower house) of the Mexican Parliament, placed special emphasis on the agenda promoted by Mexico’s ruling coalition led by President Claudia Sheinbaum, which is focused on achieving justice, integrity, combating corruption, and advancing women’s rights.Pedro Vazquez Gonzalez, Chair of the Foreign Relations Committee of the lower house, highlighted the importance of strengthening cooperation between the two countries amid growing global instability.The head of Kazakhstan’s Friendship Group, Member of the Parliament of Kazakhstan Zharkynbek Amantaiuly, informed his Mexican colleagues about reforms in Kazakhstan and the consideration of a proposal to transition to a unicameral parliament. He also emphasized the importance of expanding the legal and contractual framework between the two countries. Noting the relevance of the climate agenda, the Kazakhstani parliamentarian briefed them on the Regional Climate Summit to be held in Kazakhstan in 2026. He emphasized the advisability of the Mexican side contributing to the success of this event.The participants of the meeting noted the great potential for cooperation in exchanging experience and knowledge in the legislative sphere. In particular, Member of the Parliament of Kazakhstan Maksim Rozhin informed the attendees about the Kazakh Parliament’s approval of a draft law on artificial intelligence, which became the first legislative initiative in this area in Central Asia. In this context, he expressed readiness to share Kazakhstan’s experience, as well as confirmed the willingness to learn from the experience and expertise of their Mexican colleagues in other fields.In addition, the Kazakhstani parliamentarians congratulated Mexico on hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup and wished them success and victories.Given the expressed readiness for active cooperation from both sides, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Mexico, Almurat Turganbekov, proposed making such meetings regular, with the prospect of organizing exchange visits between the parliaments of the two countries. The proposal was unanimously supported. The next meeting is planned for the first quarter of 2026.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-mexico/press/news/details/1114463?lang=kk

On 26 November 2025, the Kazakhstan–Malaysia Friendship Group held its regular meeting via videoconference. The Malaysian side was led by the Deputy President of the Senate of Malaysia, Nur Jazlan Mohamed, while the Kazakh side was represented by the Chairman of the Committee on Economic Policy, Innovative Development and Entrepreneurship of the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Suindyk Aldashev.During the meeting, the parties exchanged views on further strengthening inter-parliamentary ties and discussed promising areas of bilateral cooperation. Particular attention was paid to enhancing trade and economic cooperation, improving logistics routes, and advancing digital integration, including the potential alignment with modern Silk Road initiatives. The importance of exchanging business delegations to explore investment opportunities and establish direct contacts between the business communities of both countries was emphasized.A separate part of the discussions focused on expanding cooperation in the field of education. The Malaysian side expressed interest in opening branches of leading Malaysian universities in Kazakhstan, as well as in arranging for Malaysian medical students to study at higher education institutions in Kazakhstan.The parties underlined the need to further expand the contractual and legal framework, which would provide systematic support for new initiatives and enhance predictability in priority areas of cooperation.The Malaysian side invited the Kazakh parliamentary delegation to visit Kuala Lumpur to continue substantive dialogue and further strengthen inter-parliamentary cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-kuala-lumpur/press/news/details/1114464?lang=kk

Montreal, 26 November 2025 – Mr. Timur Tlegenov, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), took part in the 8th meeting of the 236th Session of the ICAO Council.During the meeting, elections for the President of the ICAO Council were held. The candidates were: Mr. Toshiyuki Onuma, Permanent Representative of Japan to the ICAO Council and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary, and Dr. Sameh Ahmed Zaki Elhefni, Minister of Civil Aviation and Permanent Representative of the Arab Republic of Egypt.Based on the voting results, Ambassador Toshiyuki Onuma won the election with 22 out of 36 votes. He will succeed Mr. Salvatore Sciacchitano (Italy), who made the first-ever historic visit to Kazakhstan as President of the ICAO Council in July 2025.The term of office of Mr. Onuma is set from 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2028, with the possibility of re-election for a second three-year term.ICAO Secretary General Juan Carlos Salazar congratulated the incoming Council President recalling that: “Mr. Toshiyuki Onuma’s election as President of the ICAO Council reflects the trust and high expectations of the international community at a transformative time for air transport worldwide.”"The President of the Council is central to uniting ICAO’s 193 Member States around our shared vision of air transport for all by 2050, with zero fatalities and net-zero carbon emissions, and driving the cooperation, innovation and talent required to realize that vision,” said President Sciacchitano as he congratulated the incoming Council President on his election. “Consensus-building is a crucial pillar for the success of multilateralism and must always be pursued by the President.”In his remarks, Mr. Onuma thanked his predecessor and affirmed his commitment to making every effort to fulfil the tasks set before the Organization as outlined in ICAO’s strategic documents.Congratulations were also extended by the Permanent Representatives of Australia, Argentina, Belize, Canada, Ecuador, Italy, Morocco, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, and the UAE.Ambassador Toshiyuki Onuma has over 20 years of experience, he has shaped national and international civil aviation policy, including leadership of decarbonization efforts. Mr. Onuma has held senior roles at Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. He holds an LL.B. from the University of Tokyo and an LL.M. from the University of Pennsylvania Law School. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazakhstanicao/press/news/details/1114465?lang=kk

Astana, November 27, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev met with the Ambassador of the Russian Federation Alexey Borodavkin.During the meeting, the sides exchanged views on current aspects of the Middle East agenda, as well as on cooperation within international organizations and integration associations.At the conclusion of the meeting, the diplomats noted the importance of further expanding cooperation between Astana and Moscow in both bilateral and multilateral formats.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1114423?lang=kk

Today, the Shymkent city administration and businesses signed memoranda of cooperation. The agreements are aimed at stabilizing prices for socially important food products and curbing inflation. Major retail chains such as Gramad and F-Mart, the city's leading food markets, and producers of essential goods such as flour, meat, milk, eggs, and baked goods have joined the initiative. Wholesale suppliers have also joined. According to the city's First Deputy Akim, Aidyn Karimov, the signing of the Memorandums is not a one-time measure, but a continuation of the systematic work being carried out by the Akimat in conjunction with the business community. "Business demonstrates a high degree of social responsibility, and today we once again confirmed our commitment to working together. Our shared goal is to ensure stable prices, market transparency, and the availability of essential products for city residents. Such agreements produce real results and allow us to respond promptly to any fluctuations in the food market," said A. Karimov. It's worth noting that over 100 businesses signed the Memoranda. The parties agreed to work to reduce intermediaries, prevent unjustified price increases, and jointly promote initiatives that help reduce inflation. This step is part of a systematic effort to ensure food security and strengthen the social well-being of Shymkent residents. It should be emphasized that the city administration monitors prices daily and, together with entrepreneurs, keeps the situation under constant control.

Today, memorandums of understanding on mutual cooperation were signed between the city administration and business entities in Shymkent. These agreements are aimed at stabilizing prices for socially important food products and curbing inflation. This initiative was joined by large retail chains such as "Gramad" and "F-Mart", city food markets, and major food producers such as flour, meat, milk, eggs, and bread, as well as wholesale suppliers. According to First Deputy Mayor Aidyn Karimov, the signing of the memorandums is not a one-time event, but a continuation of the systematic work being carried out jointly by the city administration and the business community. "Business has been demonstrating high social responsibility, and today we have once again confirmed our readiness to work together. Our common goal is to provide the city's residents with stable prices, an open market and basic products. Such agreements have a tangible impact and allow us to monitor and respond to any phenomena in the food market in a timely manner," said A. Karimov. It is worth noting that the memorandums were signed by more than 100 business entities. The parties agreed to jointly implement initiatives aimed at reducing intermediary chains, preventing unjustified price increases, and reducing inflation. This step is part of systematic work to ensure food security in the city of Shymkent and strengthen the social well-being of residents. It is worth noting that the city administration conducts daily monitoring of prices and constantly monitors the situation together with entrepreneurs.

On November 21, 2025, a meeting of the expert council under the Office of the Human Rights Commissioner for the Almaty Region was held.Several issues were discussed, including the inclusion of new members to the expert council, the election of the deputy chair and secretary of the expert council, the preparation of materials for the implementation of the work plan items for the fourth quarter of 2025, the establishment of deadlines for their implementation, and issues of planning the expert council's work for 2026.Furthermore, proposals were made to submit a recommendation to the regional Department of Education to nominate a representative from the Department of Education for inclusion on the expert council, as well as to the regional Akim (Governor) to consider the issue of ensuring the salaries of advisers to akims on disability issues.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ombudsman-almaty-oblysy/press/news/details/1114385?lang=kk

In accordance with the order of the Deputy Chairman of the Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for regulation and development of financial market № Б-301 dated November 24, 2025 «KMF Bank» Joint-Stock Company was issued a license with the following additional types of operations: factoring operations: acquisition of rights to demand payment from the buyer of goods (works, services) with acceptance of the risk of non-payment.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ardfm/press/news/details/1114377?lang=kk

   The Department of State Revenues in Akmola region congratulated the head of the Customs Control Department Kairat Isimbayev on his 60th birthday.For more than 30 years, Kairat Bokanovich has been working in the financial sector, during his work he has established himself as a competent and competent specialist.He began work back in 1993 as an inspector of the Kokshetau customs.For exemplary performance of his official duties, he has a number of letters of thanks and diplomas from the Ministry of Finance, the State Revenue Committee and the Department of State Revenues in Akmola region. He was awarded the badge "Excellence in State Revenue Bodies."Congratulations to the hero of the day and wish you all the best!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1114348?lang=kk

Five major cross-border hubs are being developed in the country to establish Kazakhstan as a key transport and logistics hub. The launch of these hubs will significantly accelerate trade processes with neighboring countries, increase non-resource exports by 30%, and provide effective logistics conditions for Kazakh companies, said Minister of Trade and Integration Arman Shakkaliyev during a Nov. 25 government meeting.He reported that management companies have been identified for all areas and active infrastructure construction is underway, reported the Prime Minister’s press service.“We are entering the active phase of investment project implementation. At this stage, the emphasis will be on the practical launch of projects, expanding logistics capabilities, and engaging businesses in new cooperation formats,” he said.Notably, the Central Asia International Center for Industrial Cooperation is being established on the border with Uzbekistan, which will increase trade turnover between the two countries to $10 billion. In the east of the country, the Khorgos hub is being developed, including the Khorgos International Center for Border Cooperation and Khorgos-Eastern Gate special economic zones (SEZs). Here, the SkyHansa international airport and new logistics complexes are being built to increase throughput with China.According to Shakkaliyev, work is also underway to develop the Caspian hub, where a container hub and the Sarzha multifunctional terminal are being built in the ports of Aktau and Kuryk. In western Kazakhstan, the Eurasia Cross-Border Trade Center, focused on exports to Russia, is operational, while an Industrial Trade and Logistics Complex is being developed in the Zhambyl Region along the Western Europe – Western China corridor. This hub will facilitate processing and distribution of goods at the border with the Kyrgyz Republic.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-geneva/press/news/details/1114350?lang=kk

Vilnius, 27 November 2025 – As part of Kazakhstan’s “Year of Working Professions” and the celebration of the 35th anniversary of the Declaration of Sovereignty – Republic Day – the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Lithuania held an award ceremony honoring Lithuanian citizens for their long-standing cooperation with our country and the Embassy.Among the awardees was the Honorary Consul of Kazakhstan, Jonas Jagminas, who received the “Qurmet” Order. His professional path – from an ordinary collective farm worker to a member of the Lithuanian Government – has always been closely connected to Kazakhstan and cooperation in the agricultural sector. Since independence, J. Jagminas has represented Kazakhstan’s interests as Honorary Consul and has contributed significantly to strengthening business ties between the two countries.Letters of appreciation were also presented to Lithuanian citizens Anatoliy Bedniakov and Aida Jankoyte, as well as to our countryman Robert Rustemov, for their many years of perfect service at the diplomatic mission.Presenting the awards, Kazakhstan’s Ambassador Timur Urazayev emphasized that President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s call to value the work of people who strengthen trust in society and demonstrate the principles of a “listening state” in practice must be reflected in the daily work of state institutions.The ceremony was attended by Members of the Seimas of Lithuania, as well as representatives of academic and public circles. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-vilnius/press/news/details/1114328?lang=kk