Citizens and entrepreneurs of Kazakhstan can obtain a license for the retail sale of alcoholic beverages in electronic format without visiting government agencies. The service is available through the eGov e-government portal.kz, the eLicense portal.kz, as well as through Public Service Centers (PSCs) and state revenue agencies.Online application procedureFor a quick and convenient license registration, we recommend using electronic services.:- Log in to the eGov portal.kz or eLicense.kz .- Select the service "Issuing a license for the retail sale of alcoholic beverages."- Fill out the electronic application form and provide the necessary information.- Pay the license fee.- Sign the application with an electronic digital signature (EDS).Required documents and informationWhen submitting an application, you will need to provide:- an application in the prescribed form;- a document or information confirming the payment of the license fee;- a lease agreement or gratuitous use of real estate (in the absence of ownership rights);- information about the object's compliance with the qualification requirements.Term of service provisionIt takes 1 business day to review the application and issue the license.Department of Explanatory Work and Contact CenterState Duma of the Pavlodar region Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1276017?lang=ru

Kazakhstan's trade turnover of non-resource  goods with all countries of the world reached $43.9 billion in January–June 2026. Compared to the same period last year, the figure increased by 7.6%  or $3.1 billion. Meanwhile, exports demonstrated significantly higher dynamics. In the first six months of 2026, Kazakh enterprises supplied $15.2 billion worth of processed goods to foreign markets,  17.6% more than a year earlier.The first six months of 2026 became another period of growth in Kazakhstan's foreign trade in non-resource and processed goods. Against the backdrop of moderate import growth, exports became the main source of positive dynamics. Over the year, export supplies increased by $2.3 billion  from $12.9 billion to $15.2 billion, while imports grew by 3%, from $27.9 billion to $28.7 billion.Thus, exports of non-resource and processed goods in January–June 2026 grew almost six times faster than imports. At the same time, the negative trade balance decreased from $14.9 billion to $13.5 billion, improving by $1.4 billion.The dynamics over the past seven years are particularly indicative. In January–June 2019, the trade turnover of non-resource and processed goods amounted to $23.6 billion, and exports were  $7.72 billion. By January–June 2026, these figures reached $43.9 billion and $15.2 billion, respectively. Thus, over seven years, trade turnover increased almost 1.9 times, and exports nearly doubled, adding about 97%. Moreover, the current export figure of $15.2 billion is the maximum value for the entire observation period presented.The growth in supplies is driven by the expansion of Kazakh products' presence in several large and promising markets simultaneously. The most significant increase was recorded for Turkey, where exports in January–June 2026 doubled — from $950 million to $1.91 billion. Thus, in the Turkish direction alone, Kazakhstan received an additional approximately $960 million in export revenue.Even more notable dynamics were observed for the United Kingdom: exports grew 2.7 times, from $248.9 million to $671.8 million. Supplies to China increased by 12.1%, reaching $3.67 billion, which provided an additional approximately $400 million compared to the same period in 2025.Significant growth was also noted in the markets of Uzbekistan, France, Afghanistan, and Hong Kong. Exports to Uzbekistan increased by 23.5%  to $1.39 billion, to France  2.4 times, to $385.4 million, to Afghanistan  2.1 times, to $344.9 million, and to Hong Kong  2.9 times, to $220 million.It is especially important that Turkey, the United Kingdom, and China alone provided about $1.8 billion in additional exports compared to the first half of last year. This demonstrates not only the growth in physical supply volumes but also the expansion of opportunities for Kazakh companies in major international markets.Today, the export basket is formed by such items as copper and copper cathodes  $2.84 billion, uranium $1.51 billion, ferroalloys  $1.1 billion, silver  $781.3 million, sunflower oil  $533 million, and animal feed products $438 million.An important result is also the ratio of growth rates. With exports increasing by 17.6%, imports of non-resource and processed goods grew by only 3%. As a result, the gap between exports and imports is gradually narrowing, and the trade balance improved by $1.4 billion over the year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1275987?lang=ru

Islamabad, 17 August 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Pakistan H.E. Mr. Yerzhan Kistafin held a meeting with H.E. Mr. Murtaza Solangi, Spokesperson to the President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.During the meeting, the sides discussed the current state of bilateral cooperation and prospects for its further development, with particular emphasis on strengthening interaction between the media communities of the two countries.The Ambassador expressed his gratitude to Mr. M. Solangi for his continued support and contribution to fostering cooperation between the media of Kazakhstan and Pakistan.At the conclusion of the meeting, the sides agreed to continue joint efforts towards the practical implementation of the agreements and memoranda signed during the State Visit of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan H.E. Mr. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Pakistan in February this year. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-islamabad/press/news/details/1275957?lang=ru

The Junior Artistic Swimming World Championship has ended in Budapest (Hungary). From August 12 to August 16, 300 athletes from 35 countries competed for medals. The national team of Kazakhstan won two silver and two bronze medals at the world Championships. This result allowed our team to take the fourth place in the medal standings. Russia became the leader, Spain took the second place, and China was the third.The athletes of the Karaganda region are greatly responsible for this success of our national team. Kazakhstan took the silver medal in the acrobatic program. Among the winners are Dayana Dzhamanchalova, a pupil of the A. N. Moldagulova boarding college (a branch in Temirtau), as well as representatives of the Olympic Reserve swimming school of the Karaganda region – Polina Merzlyakova, Anastasia Voronkova and Sofia Ishchenko. All the girls are also part of the variable composition of the Olympic Reserve training center.Viktor Druzin (technical and free programs), a representative of the school of higher sports excellence of the Karaganda region, rose to the third step of the podium twice at this World Championship.Congratulations to the athletes and, of course, their coaches - Jerzy Anatolyevna Kotova, Oksana Aleksandrovna Moskvicheva, Ilya Vladimirovich Kotov and Svetlana Viktorovna Yakusheva.@n.nuratov_88@sport_internat_temirtau@zhsshm_karagandy_oblysy@shkola_plavaniya_krg@cpor_karagandaSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda-sport/press/news/details/1275938?lang=ru

Muscat, 18 August 2026 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Sultanate of Oman Aidarbek Tumatov met with Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Oman Sheikh Khalifa Al-Harthy as part of efforts to coordinate joint measures aimed at further developing and enhancing bilateral cooperation.During the meeting, the sides discussed priority areas of cooperation and joint steps for the upcoming period. In the political sphere, particular attention was paid to the organization of official visits, which will provide additional impetus to the development of Kazakhstan–Oman relations and help elevate them to a new level.In the context of further expanding the bilateral legal framework, the sides noted the importance of continuing work on the preparation and conclusion of bilateral documents that meet the current needs and prospective areas of Kazakhstan–Oman cooperation.The Ambassador of Kazakhstan inquired about the outcome of the consideration of Kazakhstan’s request for the Sultanate of Oman to support the initiative of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan to establish an international water organization under the auspices of the United Nations.At the conclusion of the meeting, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Oman was briefed on the upcoming elections to the Quryltai of the Republic of Kazakhstan, scheduled for 23 August 2026, which will be one of the most important political events in the country this year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-muscat/press/news/details/1275896?lang=ru

On August 17, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Lebanon Rasul Jumaly met at Lebanon’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs with Salim Baddoura, Director of the Department of International Organizations. The meeting focused on mutual support for Kazakhstan’s and Lebanon’s initiatives in multilateral formats, as well as on ways to further deepen cooperation on international platforms.The parties also underscored the importance of strengthening dialogue between the foreign ministries of the two countries, exchanging views on issues on the international agenda and continuing coordination in areas of mutual interest. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-beirut/press/news/details/1275854?lang=ru

Riyadh, August 17, 2026 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Madiyar Menilbekov, met with the CEO of the King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah), Turki bin Mohammed Alshuwaier.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for advancing bilateral cooperation between Kazakhstan and Saudi Arabia in the fields of archival affairs, historical documentation, and cultural and humanitarian relations.In particular, the sides reviewed the organizational arrangements for the official return visit of the leadership of the National Archive of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Saudi Arabia, scheduled for September of this year, as well as the draft bilateral agreements intended for signing during the visit.Following the meeting, both parties agreed to maintain active dialogue on studying historical and cultural heritage and expanding partnerships between the scientific and archival institutions of the two nations.On May 22, 2025, a Memorandum of Cooperation was signed in Astana between the National Archive of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-riyadh/press/news/details/1275839?lang=ru

Budapest, August 17, 2026 – The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Hungary participated in the opening ceremony of the Great Kurultáj of the Turan Peoples, organized by the "Magyar-Turan" Foundation and held on August 15 in the Steppe of Bugac.Among the distinguished guests attending the event were Kubanychbek Omuraliev, Secretary General of the Organization of Turkic States; Shahin Mustafayev, President of the Turkic Academy; Sultan Raev, Secretary General of TÜRKSOY; Kürşad Zorlu, Member of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye; Begis Temirbaev, Minister of Culture of the Republic of Karakalpakstan (Uzbekistan); András Bíró, President of the "Magyar-Turan" Foundation; as well as László Szabó, Mayor of Bugac, and others.Speakers at the opening of the Kurultáj noted the significance of this grand gathering as Europe's largest cultural event. They emphasized its role as a unifying force for people who consider themselves descendants of the Hun-Turkic tribes.In addition, the Kurultáj program featured various cultural events. Alongside traditional groups from other Turkic nations, audiences were captivated by the performances of Kazakhstan's neo-ethno duo "Arkayim" and the "Sherter" folklore ensemble. Furthermore, exhibitions and fairs featuring artisans from Kazakh, Uzbek, Turkmen, Azerbaijani, Turkish, and Uyghur communities opened at the "Eastern Bazaar" area.Reference: The Kurultáj is held every two years in the Bugac steppe of Hungary. Since 2010, it has been one of the world's largest festivals dedicated to preserving traditions. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-budapest/press/news/details/1275805?lang=ru

From August 11 to 13, 2026, the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan held off-site training seminars in Taraz on the topic: “Algorithm of actions for officials of mobile groups of state revenue authorities when conducting customs control during the inspection of motor vehicles and in cases where signs (facts) of illegal movement of goods are identified.”The seminars were attended by employees of the mobile groups of the State Revenue Departments of Almaty and Shymkent cities, as well as the Zhambyl and Almaty regions.The off-site training seminars and meetings with relevant territorial units were held to develop unified approaches and practices in the activities of mobile groups, exchange experience, study regional practices, and analyze and discuss current and problematic issues arising in the course of customs control.During the seminars, current issues related to the main areas of regional activities were considered, practical cases were reviewed, and specific issues requiring coordinated solutions were discussed.Following the events, the participants exchanged practical experience and discussed further measures to improve the activities of mobile groups.The implementation of modern approaches to tax and customs administration is aimed at establishing a convenient and transparent system of interaction between the state and business, as well as ensuring the effective implementation of the tax and customs policy of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Department of Explanatory Work and Contact Center DGD in Zhambyl regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhambyl/press/news/details/1275748?lang=ru

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Starting January 1, 2027, the officially approved standard ST RK "Organic Fertilizers. General Technical Requirements for Industrial Production" will come into effect in the Republic of Kazakhstan. The document establishes unified rules for manufacturers aimed at improving the overall quality of domestic products and developing the organic farming ecosystem in the country.The new standard systematically regulates the processes of industrial processing of livestock waste, particularly manure, poultry litter, composts, vermicompost, and other types of raw materials.The document pays special attention to the processing of digestate obtained from biogas plants and also establishes specific technological standards for aerobic and vermicomposting processes, anaerobic fermentation in methane tanks, as well as drying and granulation. This will enable domestic enterprises to efficiently utilize production capacities and produce high-quality fertilizers that meet international requirements.To ensure product safety, the standard provides for strict veterinary and sanitary indicators. The presence of pathogenic microflora, including salmonella and helminth eggs, is completely prohibited in finished organic fertilizers. In addition, the maximum permissible concentrations of heavy metals such as lead, cadmium, mercury, and arsenic, as well as requirements for the radiation background of products, have been brought into compliance with hygienic standards.The natural and artificial radiation background of products is also regulated, not exceeding the established hygienic standards. The document defines in detail the requirements for equipping production sites, bioreactors, ventilation systems, and preventing environmental pollution. Furthermore, the standard establishes the procedure for packaging, labeling, transportation, and storage of fertilizers.The document was developed as part of the direct implementation of the provisions of the Technical Regulation "Requirements for Fertilizer Safety" (Order of the Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 26). The requirements of environmental legislation, fire safety, and sanitary-hygienic safety standards have been taken into account.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1275715?lang=ru

On 17 August 2026, the Agency issued Universal Banking Licence No. 1.1.849.146 to Nurbank JSC, including the following additional types of operations:Other operations:interbank loans, interbank guarantees, interbank sureties, as well as other interbank operations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ardfm/press/news/details/1275588?lang=ru

The purpose of anti-corruption efforts is to eliminate corruption in society.Achieving this purpose is pursued through the following objectives:-fostering an atmosphere of intolerance towards corruption in society;-identifying the conditions and causes contributing to the commission of corruption-related offenses and eliminating their consequences;-strengthening cooperation among entities involved in combating corruption;-developing international cooperation in the fight against corruption;-identifying, preventing, detecting, and investigating corruption-related offenses.   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-astana/press/news/details/1275570?lang=ru

Ensuring the safety of residents and creating comfortable conditions in settlements during the winter period remain under the constant control of the District Akim. In this regard, a meeting chaired by Deputy Akim of the district Samat Smagulov was held today, where the readiness of social facilities in Karmakshy District for the 2026–2027 heating season was discussed.During the meeting, held in accordance with the instructions of the District Akim, Head of the District Department of Housing and Communal Services, Passenger Transport and Highways Bakytbek Zhyltуrov reported on the progress of preparations for the heating season.In addition, the issue of electricity supply was discussed in detail. Responsible heads were given a number of instructions to ensure a stable power supply to social facilities during the winter period.As part of the clean-up efforts being carried out across the country on the initiative of the Head of State, landscaping and sanitary cleaning activities are being carried out regularly in the district. During the meeting, heads of institutions were given relevant instructions to ensure systematic implementation of these activities, maintain cleanliness in and around social facilities and institutions, improve adjacent areas, and comply with sanitary requirements.Samat Kydyrbekuly emphasized the need to eliminate all identified shortcomings in every sector within a short period of time. He noted that the implementation of the assigned tasks would remain under control and instructed the heads of the relevant sectors to take all necessary measures to ensure proper preparation for the heating season.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1275554?lang=ru

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Brussels, 17 August 2025 – Kazakhstan Ambassador to the Kingdom of Belgium Roman Vassilenko held a meeting with Katrijn Van Riet, Member of the Belgian Federal Parliament’s House of Representatives and the Committee on Foreign Affairs.The discussion focused on the ongoing political reforms in Kazakhstan, the implementation of the new Constitution, and the upcoming elections to the new unicameral Parliament – the Quryltai on 23 August, 2026.The Ambassador briefed his counterpart on the key outcomes of the constitutional reform approved at the nationwide referendum on 15 March 2026 and emphasized the significance of the upcoming elections as an important milestone in the country’s political modernization.Katrijn Van Riet positively assessed the reforms underway in Kazakhstan, noting the importance of strengthening democratic institutions, the rule of law, and the transparency of the electoral process.Particular attention was given to K. Van Riet’s upcoming visit to Kazakhstan as a member of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly election observation mission. The parties also discussed prospects for further strengthening Kazakhstan-Belgium interparliamentary cooperation and developing cooperation between Kazakhstan and the European Union.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brussels/press/news/details/1275478?lang=ru

  The State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan hereby informs you that, as of 4:00 p.m. on August 17, 2026, intermittent unavailability of the tax reporting submission services has been observed in the Taxpayer’s Cabinet of ISNA.Prompt measures have been taken to restore the stable operation of the service. Tax reporting is currently being accepted in the normal operating mode.At the same time, all submitted tax reporting forms will be accepted and processed with the submission date.We apologize for the temporary inconvenience.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1275479?lang=ru

Astana, 17 August 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov received copies of credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Slovenia to the Republic of Kazakhstan Branko Rakovec (resident in Ljubljana).Deputy Minister Issetov congratulated Ambassador of Slovenia on his appointment and expressed confidence that his diplomatic mission would contribute to the further development of beneficial cooperation between Astana and Ljubljana.The parties noted that the opening of the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Ljubljana in 2024 and the official visit of the President of Slovenia Nataša Pirc Musar to Kazakhstan in 2025 served as important evidence of the strengthening of bilateral ties and the mutual commitment to bringing relations to a qualitatively new level.Particular attention was paid to the importance of the practical implementation of the agreements reached at the highest level, as well as to the activities of the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic and Scientific-Technical Cooperation.Ambassador Rakovec expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and reaffirmed his commitment to making every effort to further strengthen the partnership between the two countries.The parties agreed to continue constructive engagement across the entire spectrum of areas of mutual interest.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1275461?lang=ru

At the latest meeting on inflation stabilization, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin, the current price situation in various markets, forecasts, and further response measures were examined in detail. With annual inflation at 10.2% in some regions, its rate remains above the national average.At the meeting, several scenarios for future inflation dynamics were considered, taking into account possible tariff increases on regulated goods and services. Serik Zhumangarin instructed the Committee for the Regulation of Natural Monopolies to review tariff adjustment parameters, taking into account their potential contribution to inflation.Monthly food inflation in July was 0.4%, slowing by 0.2 percentage points compared to June. Meanwhile, deflation for socially important food products was recorded at 0.3%, which allowed their price index to decrease to 1.6% since the beginning of the year. First Deputy Minister of Trade and Integration Aizhan Bizhanova noted that the Ministry aims to ensure a monthly slowdown in food inflation by an average of 0.2 percentage points.Among paid services, growth was recorded in healthcare (110.1%) and communications (105.5%) over the seven-month period (July 2026 to December 2025).The sugar market situation was also reviewed separately. Kazakhstan has four sugar factories with a combined daily processing capacity of 8,700 tons of sugar beets and 2,400 tons of raw cane sugar. From January to June 2026, 77,000 tons of sugar were produced, including 9,000 tons of beet sugar and 68,000 tons of cane sugar.Given the country's dependence on sugar imports, the government has taken measures to allow duty-free imports of up to 100,000 tons of raw sugar this year. Following the discussion, Serik Zhumangarin instructed the Ministry of Agriculture to hold a separate meeting with representatives of the sugar industry and jointly develop additional measures to stabilize prices.In the dairy market, average prices remained virtually unchanged in July, compared to a 0.7% increase in June. The Deputy Prime Minister instructed the Ministry of Agriculture to hold a meeting with raw milk producers and thoroughly study the factors influencing production costs.Bakery price growth since the beginning of the year has been below forecast. This was facilitated, among other things, by measures to provide cheaper electricity to producers of socially important food products, including bread. Changes to pricing rules in socially important markets came into effect at the end of July. Now, the Ministry of Trade and Integration, together with local governments, plans to soon conclude memoranda with bread producers stipulating mutual obligations.Paid services in the unregulated market were another topic of the meeting. Despite a slowdown in growth in July to 0.7% from 1.1% in June, pricing pressure in this segment remains. Year-on-year, the cost of paid services increased by 9.2%. First Deputy Minister of Trade and Integration Aizhan Bizhanova presented an analysis of price dynamics in eight areas. The highest rates of growth are observed in healthcare, transportation, education, tourism, and sports.Serik Zhumangarin instructed relevant government agencies to analyze the state of the relevant markets, identify the main causes of rising service costs, and submit proposals for price containment.Special attention was given to pharmaceuticals. Following the review, the Agency for the Protection and Development of Competition will conduct a market analysis and study the factors influencing pricing.Special instructions were given to regions with inflation above the national average. Within a week, akimats are to hold meetings with major food suppliers and take measures to stabilize prices."Today, we examined in detail the main factors influencing inflation. Specific response tools exist for many of them. Now, it's especially important to prevent price increases in regions where inflation exceeds the national average. A significant portion of the current factors are determined by individual commodity and regional markets, so targeted interventions are needed for each of them. We will analyze the situation and the results of the measures taken on a weekly basis," emphasized Serik Zhumangarin.https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1275442?lang=enSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-ekonomika-zhosparlau/press/news/details/1276623?lang=ru

On August 14, 2026, at the Taraz‑Arena sports complex in the city of Taraz, in honor of the professional holiday marking the anniversary of the establishment of state revenue bodies, sports and festive events were held among employees of the state revenue bodies of the Zhambyl Region. Sports competitions were held in mini‑football, chess, and table tennis. The participants demonstrated high activity, team spirit, mutual support, and cohesion.The Spartakiad was not only an opportunity to promote a healthy lifestyle among employees but also contributed to strengthening team spirit, fostering friendly relationships between colleagues, and improving the level of interaction within the team.The event was aimed at honoring specialists who have devoted their work to the field of state revenues, as well as at strengthening unity, mutual understanding, and cooperation within the team.Department of Explanatory Work and Contact Center DGD in Zhambyl regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhambyl/press/news/details/1275405?lang=ru