During the meeting, key provisions of the document were explained, including changes related to the system of public administration, the rights and responsibilities of citizens, and the role of the branches of government.The draft is currently presented for public discussion. Every citizen has the right to ознакомиться with it and express their opinion.Such an open format of discussion allows for jointly determining the future direction of the country’s development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-katon-karagay/press/news/details/1169570?lang=kk

The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Mexico and the Friendship Group in the Chamber of Deputies of the General Congress of Mexico signed an Action Plan to expand cooperation for 2026.The document covers a wide range of areas aimed at enhancing interaction, including the development of political and interparliamentary dialogue, economic and cultural diplomacy, cooperation in the fields of technology, innovation, artificial intelligence, sustainable development, and others.One of the concrete steps includes the intention to organize an exchange of visits between parliamentarians. Mexican legislators expressed interest in possible parliamentary elections in Kazakhstan should a constitutional reform be adopted.As part of their work with the Parliament of Kazakhstan, interest has been expressed in studying Kazakhstan’s experience in developing and adopting laws in the field of artificial intelligence.Another important area where the parties can join efforts is the issue of opening an Embassy of Mexico in our country.Mexican parliamentarians are preparing to assist the Embassy in organizing the celebration of Nauryz within the Mexican Chamber of Deputies.Measures have also been outlined for joint presentations to students from various universities in Mexico City on topics related to Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-mexico/press/news/details/1169571?lang=kk

February 24, 2026, Brussels – Together with the Ambassadors of Central Asian countries and Mongolia, Head of the Mission of Kazakhstan to the European Union, Mr. Roman Vassilenko participated in a meeting with Member of the European Parliament Mr. Pascal Arimont.Mr. Arimont is the only representative of Belgium’s German-speaking Community in the European Parliament. Alongside the French and Flemish communities, it is one of the three official linguistic communities of the country.During the meeting, the parties discussed strengthening interparliamentary cooperation between Central Asia and the European Union, as well as cooperation between the represented countries and Belgium, in particular with the German-speaking Community, which is known for its high-tech development and high standard of living. Ambassador Vassilenko informed the Member of the European Parliament about the upcoming referendum on the draft of Kazakhstan’s new Constitution, drawing parallels with reforms in Belgium, where a decision had previously been made to abolish the Senate of Parliament.Special attention was paid to the favorable cultural and socio-economic conditions created for the active engagement of ethnic Germans in Kazakhstan. The diplomat spoke about the fate of their ancestors who had been deported to the country in the past, and emphasized that today the German community lives in harmony, peace, and prosperity as part of Kazakhstan’s multiethnic society.The meeting took place on the eve of Kazakhstan’s Day of Gratitude, which gave the discussion particular symbolic significance.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brussels/press/news/details/1169574?lang=kk

Arizona hosted the 35th Annual Ambassador's Ball in honor of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The event was organized by the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Arizona, Hugh Holman, with the support of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the United States.The Ambassador's Ball serves as a prominent diplomatic and cultural platform dedicated to strengthening bilateral ties between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the State of Arizona in the fields of culture, education, and economic cooperation. The ceremony brought together more than 500 guests, including senior officials of the State of Arizona and the City of Phoenix, members of the State Senate, prominent representatives of the business community, and members of the diplomatic corps.Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the United States Magzhan Ilyassov delivered the opening remarks. He spoke on the current state and prospects of Kazakhstan-U.S. bilateral relations, with particular emphasis on cooperation in education and the economy.Among the distinguished guests, the President of the University of Arizona spoke about the institution's academic partnership with Kozybayev University in Petropavl, North Kazakhstan. Launched in 2022 at the initiative of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, this partnership today stands as one of the most successful examples of Kazakhstan-U.S. cooperation in higher education.An integral and memorable part of the evening was the cultural program. Guests enjoyed performances by the Turan ethno-folklore ensemble, which presented the rich musical heritage of the Kazakh people, as well as dancers performing pieces of traditional Kazakh choreographic art. The cultural segment of the event was met with great interest by the audience.The 35th Ambassador's Ball reaffirmed the steady interest of Arizona's business and political community in Kazakhstan. The event took place in a warm atmosphere and brought together a record number of participants in recent years.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-washington/press/news/details/1169575?lang=kk

During the visit to Geneva, First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerzhan Ashikbayev held bilateral meetings with the heads of 10 major UN agencies and other international organizations to discuss practical issues of cooperation.At the meeting with Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of the United Nations Office at Geneva, the parties reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s unwavering commitment to multilateral diplomacy and active cooperation with the United Nations. T. Valovaya highly appreciated Kazakhstan’s contribution to advancing international initiatives, including the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, the Regional Environmental Summit, the opening in Almaty of the UN Regional Centre for the Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan, as well as the initiative to establish an International Water Organization under the auspices of the UN.At the meeting with Volker Türk, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Kazakhstan’s commitment to constructive engagement with UN treaty bodies and the Universal Periodic Review mechanism, as well as support for the OHCHR mandate, was reaffirmed. V. Türk noted the high level of trust-based cooperation, including the implementation of a joint “roadmap” adopted following his visit to Kazakhstan in 2023.The implementation of the Decent Work 'roadmap' was discussed with Gilbert F. Houngbo, Director-General of the International Labour Organization (ILO). Progress was noted in terms of cooperation on labour rights protection and the reinforcement of international labour standards in national legislation. Kazakhstan confirmed its support for the Global Coalition for Social Justice and its interest in expanding ILO regional programmes in Central Asia.During the meeting with Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), the parties confirmed the high level of partnership and Kazakhstan’s support for WHO efforts to strengthen sustainable, people-centred health systems. Particular attention was paid to advancing primary health care, including the Global Coalition for Primary Health Care initiated by Kazakhstan. The sides discussed the provision of medical and humanitarian assistance to populations in crisis situations, as well as the participation of the WHO Director-General in the Regional Environmental Summit in Astana in April 2026.Barham Salih, UN High Commissioner for Refugees, positively assessed Kazakhstan’s commitment to cooperation in the field of migration and the protection of the rights of refugees and stateless persons. The results of the implementation of voluntary pledges under the Global Refugee Forum were noted, including the introduction of digital solutions in migration management.With Gilles Carbonnier, Vice-President of the ICRC, priority humanitarian issues and the promotion of the Global Initiative to galvanize political commitment to international humanitarian law were discussed, including preparations for the High-Level Conference in Jordan in 2026.With Tatiana Molchan, Executive Secretary of the UN Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), the parties reviewed issues of implementing international standards and expanding regional cooperation in the areas of transport, trade, environment, energy and innovation. UNECE’s interest in participating in the Regional Environmental Summit and in implementing its outcomes on the basis of multilateral environmental conventions and SPECA was confirmed.During the meeting with Doreen Bogdan-Martin, Secretary-General of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), prospects for expanding cooperation on digital transformation were discussed. Kazakhstan’s active role in advancing the global digital agenda, developing e-government, an innovation ecosystem and artificial intelligence technologies was highlighted. SungAh Lee, Deputy Director-General of the International Organization for Migration (IOM), positively noted Kazakhstan’s migration policy, including its chairmanship within the Almaty Process. Mutual interest in further expanding practical cooperation was reaffirmed.In addition, on the margins of the High-Level Segment week of the UN Human Rights Council and the Conference on Disarmament, Y. Ashikbayev took part in a side event dedicated to the protection of places of worship in armed conflicts. In his remarks, he underscored the importance of religious sites as part of cultural heritage and as spaces for humanitarian support, reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s commitment to advancing the Global Initiative to Galvanize Political Commitment to International Humanitarian Law, and encouraged States to support its practical implementation. At all meetings, the heads of international organizations were informed in detail about the ongoing constitutional reform in Kazakhstan and the key provisions of the draft new Constitution, which is people-centered and focused on further strengthening the principles of justice and the rule of law, expanding guarantees of human rights and freedoms, and enshrining at the constitutional level the protection of citizens' rights in the digital environment, including the protection of personal data and ensuring digital security.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1170069?lang=kk

Nairobi, February 25, 2026 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Kenya B. Sadykov met with the Speaker of the National Assembly of the Parliament of Kenya H.E. Moses M. Wetang’ula.During the meeting, the Kazakhstani diplomat informed about the political reforms being conducted in the country, initiated by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan K.Tokayev. In this context, detailed information was presented about the activity of the Commission on constitutional reform, the provisions of the project of the new Constitution, as well as about the preparation for the holding on March 15, 2026 of the Republican referendum on the new Constitution of Kazakhstan.Besides that, B.Sadykov informed the counter-partner about the activity of the Parliament of the Kazakhstan, the interest of the Parliament in the expansion of inter-parliamentary cooperation with Kenya, including through the creation of a Friendship Group and the holding of bilateral meetings along the line of the parliaments of the two countries.H.E. Moses M.Wetang’ula, in his turn, highly evaluating the achievements of the RK, told about the parliamentary system of Kenya, outlined the key priorities of the development of the country, the stimulation of economic growth, as well as the improvement of social protection in the country taking into account the predominance of the young generation.Also, E.G.H. Moses M. Wetang’ula expressed the interest of the Kenyan side in the further development of bilateral cooperation with Kazakhstan, emphasizing the readiness of Nairobi to consider possibilities of expanding interaction in all directions, including in the sphere of inter-parliamentary cooperation and the exchange of delegations of the Parliaments of the two countries.The sides noted the intention to consistently strengthen inter-parliamentary interaction, and also confirmed mutual interest in the further strengthening of Kazakhstani-Kenyan cooperation, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a regular political dialogue and the activation of inter-parliamentary contacts.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-nairobi/press/news/details/1169585?lang=kk

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Mobile PSC: how many services Kazakhstanis receive through the appPublic services in Kazakhstan continue to go digital. Today, there are 1,448 public services in the registry, of which 1,278 are available online. One of these digital channels is the PSC mobile application, which implements 18 services, including 79 types of video call services, according to the Government for Citizens State Corporation.According to the State Corporation, in 2025, the PSC mobile application was installed by more than 2 million users, and since the beginning of 2026, about 370 thousand more people have joined them. Through the application, citizens book a queue in advance, choose a convenient date and time of the visit, receive electronic QR coupons, check the status of submitted applications and track the delivery of finished documents.One of the most in-demand services remains the receipt of a digital coupon. Since the launch of the service, over 3.5 million e-coupons have been issued, which has made it possible to increase the efficiency of the centers and simplify the planning of visits.The application also supports remote service formats. Users can track the delivery of documents online, as well as use the Video Service, which allows them to get advice or arrange a service via video call with a specialist without visiting the department.Some of the transport procedures have also been digitized. The application provides registration of a car purchase and sale agreement, checking the car's history, ordering state license plates and taking exams to obtain a driver's license.According to the State Corporation, the PSC mobile application has become one of the key tools for online interaction with the public, and, as part of the year of digitalization and artificial intelligence, it will reflect the company's further course on digitalization of processes and automation of public services, providing a more convenient and accessible format.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/balkhash-bakbakty/press/news/details/1173782?lang=kk

      Starting March 2, 2026, due to changes to Otbasy's rules, the bank will allocate housing only after an inventory has been completed. From then on, this becomes the first and mandatory step before housing allocation. All people on the housing waiting list must complete the inventory on the orken.otbasybank.kz portalIf a person on the housing waiting list fails to complete the inventory, they will not be removed from the waiting list. However, they will not be able to participate in the housing allocation process, even if they have been on the waiting list for a long time. The bank will not be able to allocate rental housing or provide a preferential loan for the purchase of an apartment until they complete the inventory.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay-kurchatov/press/news/details/1169461?lang=kk

On 25 February 2026, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Uzbekistan, B. Atamkulov, held a meeting with the Chairman of the State Tax Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Farrukh Pulatov.During the meeting, the parties discussed key issues related to the development of cooperation in the tax sphere within the framework of the dynamically evolving Kazakh-Uzbek relations.The Ambassador noted the reforms being implemented in Uzbekistan to improve the tax system, the recently introduced benefits for agricultural producers, and the effectiveness of the tax amnesty measures adopted.The Head of the diplomatic mission informed about the tax policy reforms carried out in Kazakhstan, including the modernization of tax administration and the entry into force of the new Tax Code at the beginning of this year.Special attention during the meeting was given to the digitalization of the tax sector, the development of electronic services, and the introduction of innovative solutions.The parties exchanged views on tax policy regarding foreign investors, the functioning of special economic zones, as well as the existing preferences granted to residents of IT Park Uzbekistan.Following the meeting, the importance of close cooperation between the relevant authorities to ensure the predictability of tax policy and create favorable conditions for business was emphasized, and readiness was expressed to further exchange experience and strengthen cooperation between the tax authorities of the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tashkent/press/news/details/1169494?lang=kk

Podgorica, February 25, 2026. The Consul General of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Montenegro, Gabiden Temirbek, held a meeting with the Director of the Montenegro National Tourism Organisation, Ana Tripković–Marković.The meeting focused on the current state and future prospects of bilateral cooperation in the tourism sector. Particular emphasis was placed on increasing two-way tourist flows, further developing direct air links between Kazakhstan and Montenegro, and sharing experience in tourism promotion and sustainable tourism development.The parties agreed to continue practical cooperation in the field of tourism, including work towards a Memorandum of Understanding between the tourism organisations of the two countries, as well as to strengthen the exchange of information and best practice in tourism development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-podgorica/press/news/details/1169502?lang=kk

Helsinki, 25 February 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Finland Azamat Abdraimov met with Director of the National Archives of the Republic of Finland Paivi Happonen.During the meeting, the parties discussed issues related to the development and strengthening of international cooperation in the field of archival affairs, including the exchange of experience in the digitization of archival collections, the introduction of modern technologies for the storage of and access to documentary heritage.Special attention during the negotiations was given to the prospects for establishing a systematic partnership between the Archive of the President of Kazakhstan and the National Archives of Finland. The parties discussed opportunities for implementing joint research and educational projects, organizing thematic photo exhibitions aimed at promoting the historical and documentary heritage of the two countries, as well as establishing regular exchanges of specialists to enhance professional qualifications and introduce advanced archival practices.Within the framework of the meeting, the Kazakh diplomat presented the Finnish side with an official invitation to participate in the 3rd International Congress of Archivists, which will be held on 8–12 June 2026 in Astana.The meeting reaffirmed the mutual commitment of Kazakhstan and Finland to deepen partnership in the archival sphere and preserve historical and documentary heritage for future generations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-helsinki/press/news/details/1169416?lang=kk

Today, a visit was made to the physical education and wellness complex located in the Yubileyny district of Kostanay. Implemented in 2024, the project features a modern building with well-planned infrastructure. In addition to the main facility, the area includes running tracks and a well-lit park zone, creating a comprehensive space for sports and active recreation.Two children and youth sports schools operate within the complex. Training sections in basketball, handball, volleyball, and weightlifting are organized for young athletes. The facility regularly hosts regional and national-level competitions.It is important to note that the complex is on the balance of the city administration, ensuring accessibility and providing residents with the opportunity to practice sports free of charge. The facility is open to all categories of citizens, including children, adults, senior citizens, and people with disabilities. All necessary conditions have been created to ensure comfort and inclusivity. More than 300 people visit the complex each day.The physical education and wellness complex has become a center of attraction for residents of the Bereke, Altyn Arman, Yubileyny, and Kostanay-2 neighborhoods. The main goal is to create accessible conditions for the development of mass sports and the promotion of a healthy lifestyle among city residents.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1169436?lang=kk

A kind and educational fairy tale performance was presented for the children, bringing them joy, smiles, and heartfelt emotions. The young audience watched the performance with great interest and warmly welcomed the performers.At the end of the meeting, sweet treats were prepared for the children as a pleasant addition to the festive program.Such events are especially important, as they demonstrate care, attention, and warmth for those who need it most.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-bmalin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1169451?lang=kk

On February 25, 2026, Ilyas Dzhambulovich Sartbayev, Head of the Occupational Safety and Health Control Department and State Labor Inspector, took part in the program “Yaqyt.kz” on the Saryarka TV Channel TV channel, dedicated to current issues related to compliance with labor legislation in the Karaganda Region.During the discussion, key amendments that have entered into force in the labor legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan were reviewed, as well as issues to which employers in the region should pay special attention when organizing labor relations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda-enbek/press/news/details/1169354?lang=kk

Abu Dhabi, February 24, 2026 – The Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the United Arab Emirates, Rauan Zhumabek, met with the Rector of the Mohamed bin Zayed University for Humanities, Dr. Khalifa Mubarak Al Zahiri.During the meeting, R.Zhumabek informed his counterpart about the political and socio-economic reforms being implemented in Kazakhstan at the initiative of the Head of State, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. Particular attention was given to the upcoming republican referendum in Kazakhstan on the adoption of a new Constitution, emphasizing its strategic importance for the country’s further democratic development.It was noted that the referendum aims to ensure broad public participation in making key decisions of national significance and reflects Kazakhstan’s consistent commitment to the principles of openness and transparency.The parties discussed prospects for expanding cooperation in the fields of education and the humanities. The importance of establishing direct partnerships between higher education institutions of the two countries was emphasized, including the implementation of joint educational programs, academic mobility of students and faculty, as well as conducting joint research projects and conferences.In turn, Dr. H.M. Al Zahiri expressed interest in developing bilateral academic cooperation and supported proposals for exchanging delegations, organizing joint academic projects in the fields of humanities and intercultural dialogue, as well as promoting the study of the Arabic language.Following the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their mutual interest in strengthening educational and cultural ties and agreed to continue substantive work on the initiatives discussed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-abudhabi/press/news/details/1169308?lang=kk

The republican command and staff exercise "Spring-2026" will be held in Kazakhstan from February 25 to 27. The large-scale event is being organized in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan and is aimed at testing readiness for the spring flood period. This was announced today at a briefing held at the Regional Communications Service in Shymkent by Sharip Askar Rysbekuly, engineer of the Emergency Situations Department of the Shymkent Emergency Situations Department, civil defense captain. The main theme of the exercise is to improve preparedness for emergency response, rescue and emergency operations in the event of a worsening flood situation in the spring of 2026. In this regard, special organizational instructions for preparing and conducting the exercise in the city have been developed and submitted to the city akim for approval. During the event, an operational city headquarters will be created on the basis of the department, and territorial subsystems of civil defense will be put on high alert. The operability of warning and communication systems, the ability of emergency and rescue services to respond quickly will be checked. In addition, comprehensive measures aimed at preventing spring floods will be carried out on a large scale. As part of the practical part, 9 training points with a high risk of flooding have been identified in the city. In particular, training will be held at 2 points in Abay district, 1 in Al-Farabi district, 3 in Enbekshi district, 1 in Turan district, and 2 in Karatau district. In addition, at one facility, the forces and equipment of the city of Shymkent will practice loading and unloading engineering and other equipment using the railway platforms of the National Railway Company KTZ. The issues of assembling emergency response teams, evacuating the affected population and deploying reception points, and promptly sending forces and equipment of civil defense agencies and local executive bodies to the territory of the Turkestan region will also be considered in practice. In this case, the main focus is on the full readiness of personnel to act in autonomous conditions. As part of the "Spring-2026" exercise, the 1st echelon has been fully prepared to provide assistance to areas of the Turkestan region where the flood situation may worsen. The unit, which consists of 32 personnel, 6 units of equipment, 9 motor pumps, 1 floating device and 1 unmanned aerial vehicle, is ready to go at any time. In addition, 2 tents with a capacity of 20 people are provided. These forces will be directed to eliminate the consequences of possible floods, protect the population and conduct emergency response work. In accordance with the organizational instructions, the heads of civil defense services, military units and relevant institutions were instructed to strictly monitor the implementation of all activities. The participation of responsible employees with the right to make decisions and not lower than the position of deputy head of the department was required. As part of the preparation, a meeting of the commission for the prevention and elimination of emergency situations was held on February 20 at the department. The level of preparedness for the spring flood period was discussed in detail at the meeting, and the readiness of management bodies and forces was clarified. The agenda included the procedure for organizing training exercises, measures for preventing possible emergency situations, calculation of forces and means, algorithms for conducting emergency rescue and urgent work, as well as the procedure for interaction between state bodies and services. Following the results of the commission meeting, specific tasks were assigned to the responsible structural divisions and the task was set to conduct the training at a high level within the specified time frame. After the end of the exercise, detailed information about its results will be provided to the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Shymkent city administration.

🔎 The Center for Countering Disinformation has prepared an overview of the most common fakes and manipulations surrounding the new draft of the Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan. We compared the false statements circulating online with the official text of the draft and explanations from government agencies. Part 1 1. "The Constitution Strengthens the Powers of the President" This does not match the content of the document. The draft establishes a system of checks and balances. Key personnel decisions - the appointment of the Vice President, Prime Minister, judges of the Constitutional Court, members of the Central Election Commission and the Supreme Audit Chamber - will be made with the consent of the Kurultai. In addition, the President's single seven-year term of office without the right to re-election remains. Such a structure is characteristic of a presidential republic, not a "super-presidential" model. Conclusion: Fake 2. "The ban on selling land to foreigners will be lifted" The draft text does not contain any norms that would allow the sale of land to foreign citizens. Paragraph 3 of Article 8 states: It is established that "the land and its subsoil, waters, flora and fauna, and other natural resources belong to the people. The state exercises the right of ownership on behalf of the people. Land may also be privately owned on the grounds, conditions, and within the limits established by law." Conclusion: Fake 3. "Free medicine will be abolished" The project maintains the non-reimbursable nature of medical care. According to paragraph 2 of Article 32: "Citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan have the right to receive medical care established by law, which they do not pay for themselves." The issue here is not the abolition of free medicine, but rather the legislative clarification of the mechanism for implementing this right. Conclusion: Manipulation 4. "Free education will be abolished" This also does not correspond to the text of the project. In fact, the Constitution guarantees the free nature of secondary education in state educational institutions. It also establishes the right to receive free higher education on a competitive basis in higher education institutions (Article 33). At the 9th meeting of the Constitutional Reform Commission, Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Culture and Information Aida Balayeva: "No one is deprived of the right to medical care and education... The concept of "free" has been replaced by a more legally specific concept: "citizens have the right to receive medical care without paying, in accordance with the procedure established by law," he noted. Conclusion: Manipulation 5. "Annual paid leave will be abolished" This is a misconception. Article 27 of the draft Constitution guarantees the right to rest. The exact duration and conditions of annual paid leave are determined by the Labor Code. The constitutional norm establishes the principle, while the details are regulated by sectoral legislation. Conclusion: Manipulation Part 2 6. "The concept of "freedom" has been removed from the Constitution" On the contrary, rights and freedoms are defined as the highest value. The Preamble and Article 1 declare that man, his life, rights and freedoms are the most precious treasure of the state. Rights and freedoms are recognized as indivisible and inalienable. Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan - Minister of Culture and Information Aida Balayeva noted in her public statement: "The person and his dignity are becoming the center of the constitutional model." Conclusion: Manipulation. 7. "Freedom of speech and assembly will be restricted" In fact, the draft Constitution explicitly prohibits censorship (Article 23, Clause 5) and guarantees freedom of expression (Article 23, Clause 4). Restrictions are permitted only by law and only for the purpose of protecting the constitutional order, public security, and the rights of others, in accordance with Kazakhstan’s international obligations, including the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. The right to peaceful assembly is also guaranteed in Article 35 of the draft Constitution. The lack of a list of types of peaceful assembly is explained by the fact that all of these types fall under the concept of "peaceful assembly", that is, are covered by the right to peaceful assembly. The specific types of peaceful assembly are specified in the Law on Peaceful Assembly. Such a general concept, which does not specify the types of peaceful assemblies, is consistent with the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, which states that "the right to peaceful assembly shall be recognized." Conclusion: Manipulation. 8. "Total digital control will be introduced" On the contrary, the draft Constitution introduces "digital rights" and protects citizens' privacy and personal data from illegal use in the virtual environment (Article 21, Clause 1). Conclusion: Fake. 9. "The text of the Constitution was written by foreigners" The draft was prepared by domestic lawyers, scientists, and experts, taking into account the proposals of citizens. The work of the commission was conducted openly and publicly. Conclusion: Fake. 10. "The new Constitution violates international obligations" The draft does not contain any norms that contradict ratified international treaties. The fundamental principles of human rights and freedoms are brought into line with internationally recognized standards. The procedure for the application of ratified international treaties will be determined by law, taking into account the need to protect national interests. Ratified international treaties will remain part of the current legal system of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Conclusion: Manipulation. The Center for Countering Disinformation urges citizens to carefully examine primary sources, be critical of unverified publications, and refrain from spreading false information. When forming your own view, rely on official texts and explanations from authorized bodies, rather than emotional and superficial interpretations.

A book exhibition was held at the Central Library named after S. Seifullin "Zhyr Alyby – Zhambyl".In the department for visually impaired and blind readers, a book exhibition titled "Zhyr Alyby – Zhambyl" was organized to mark the 180th anniversary of the great Kazakh zhyrau and Zhamby.The exhibition featured poetry collections, memoirs, research works, and other literature dedicated to the life and творчество of the poet, which were presented to the readers. During the event, information was shared about his works that reflected the spirit of the people, their hopes, and their struggles, and his significant place in Kazakh literature was highlighted.As part of the evening, the department’s regular reader Dauyen Algysbek performed the poem “Tögeyin zhyrdy halqyma,” giving the audience a deep spiritual impression. His performance enriched the atmosphere of the event and received warm appreciation from the readersSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-archive/press/news/details/1169205?lang=kk

According to the Tax Code No. 214-VIII dated July 18, 2025 (hereinafter referred to as the Tax Code), the category of individuals engaged in private practice (hereinafter – IPP) includes private notaries, private enforcement officers, attorneys, and professional mediators.Registration, amendment of registration data, and deregistration of IPPs are regulated by Articles 97–98 of the Tax Code.In accordance with the Tax Code, individuals engaged in private practice are subject to individual income tax on their taxable income at a rate of 9%, as established by Article 363 of the Tax Code.IPPs are entitled to apply the following personal tax deductions:- deduction for social payments;- basic tax deduction;- social tax deductions.The calculated tax amount must be paid monthly no later than the 5th day of the month following the month for which the tax is calculated.Transitional provisions concerning individuals engaged in private practice stipulate that, in connection with the entry into force of the new Tax Code, IPPs are not VAT payers and are subject to deregistration for value-added tax purposes. The VAT registration certificate is deemed invalid from the date the Code enters into force, i.e., from January 1, 2026.The Declaration of Income and Property (Form 270.00) shall be submitted no later than September 15 of the year following the reporting year.In case of a decision to terminate activities, IPPs shall submit a liquidation individual income tax return (Form 240.00).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1169209?lang=kk