Astana, 13 August 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov received copies of credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Germany to Kazakhstan Renate Peitsch.The parties discussed the current state and prospects for further expanding bilateral cooperation in the political, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres.They emphasized the importance of upcoming high-level visits and coordinated efforts to enhance the dialogue between Astana and Berlin.The diplomats expressed their readiness to continue close cooperation in multilateral formats, primarily within the Central Asia – Germany format and other international platforms.The German Ambassador expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and confirmed her readiness to contribute to strengthening the strategic partnership between the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1273947?lang=ru

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A declaration of income and property is submitted by resident individuals if, during the reporting tax period, one of the following conditions is met::Individuals who, as of December 31 of the reporting tax period, have money in bank accounts with foreign banks located outside the Republic of Kazakhstan in an amount collectively exceeding 1,000 times the monthly calculation index;individuals who own the following property as of December 31 of the reporting tax period:- property that is subject to state or other registration (accounting), or rights and (or) transactions for which are subject to state or other registration (accounting) with the competent authority of a foreign state in accordance with the legislation of a foreign state;- securities whose issuers are registered outside the Republic of Kazakhstan;- the share of participation in the authorized capital of a legal entity registered outside the Republic of Kazakhstan;- intellectual property and copyright objects registered outside the Republic of Kazakhstan;- investment gold;Persons who, during the reporting tax period, acquired property with a total value exceeding 20,000 times the monthly calculation index effective on December 31 of the reporting tax period in the Republic of Kazakhstan and (or) abroad:- real estate;- power-driven vehicles and trailers;- participation shares in the authorized capital of a legal entity;- securities;- derivative financial instruments (with the exception of derivative financial instruments, the execution of which occurs through the acquisition or sale of the underlying asset);- shares of participation in housing construction;- investment gold.Persons who own digital assets as of December 31 of the reporting tax period;The declaration of income and property is submitted at the place of residence no later than September 15 of the year following the reporting calendar year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-astana/press/news/details/1273861?lang=ru

Seoul, August 12, 2026 - Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan Sayasat Nurbek and Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Korea Asset Issenali laid flowers at the monument to the great Kazakh poet, thinker and educator Abai Kunanbayuly in Seoul.The participants of the ceremony paid tribute to the outstanding figure whose literary and philosophical legacy holds a special place in the spiritual and cultural heritage of the Kazakh people and continues to remain relevant far beyond Kazakhstan.It was noted that Abai’s ideas on the pursuit of knowledge, education, hard work and moral self-improvement resonate with contemporary values of education and human capital development. His openness to world culture and commitment to dialogue and mutual understanding among peoples give his legacy particular significance today.The monument to Abai Kunanbayuly in Seoul, unveiled in 2021, has become one of the recognizable symbols of cultural and humanitarian ties between Kazakhstan and the Republic of Korea.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-seoul/press/news/details/1273824?lang=ru

We hereby inform you that the operations of Polling Station No. 481 at the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia is temporarily suspended due to security considerations and the absence of permanently residing citizens of Kazakhstan in this country.In this regard, to exercise your rightы to vote in the Kurultai elections on August 23, 2026, we kindly recommend you to make preliminary arrangements to avail yourself with opportunity to cast your ballot at other convenient electoral precincts located at the embassies of our country located in other foreign states.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-addis-ababa/press/news/details/1273830?lang=ru

In the Akkaayin District of the North Kazakhstan Region, the Probation Service Department, jointly with the Career Center, organized a job fair.As part of the event, career guidance activities were conducted for citizens registered in the category of “job seekers” with the aim of assisting them in finding employment in vacant positions within the Department of criminally-executive system.During the job fair, participants were provided with detailed information about the conditions for joining the service, the requirements for candidates, as well as the specific features and career prospects of working in the criminally-executive system.Particular attention was paid to the social guarantees and benefits provided to employees. Participants were informed about the preferential calculation of service time: one year of service is counted as one and a half years. Subject to the length of service established by law, this provides an opportunity for earlier retirement.The participants were also informed about timely and stable salaries, social guarantees and housing payments. The amount of monthly housing payments is 81,000 tenge for each family member. In addition, employees are entitled to free medical care and have the opportunity to receive education at the expense of the state.Such events contribute to raising public awareness of employment opportunities within the criminally-executive system and enable interested citizens to obtain detailed information about the procedure for joining the service, working conditions and the social guarantees provided to employees.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/duissko/press/news/details/1273820?lang=ru

At a meeting of the Economic Growth Headquarters chaired by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin, the results of economic development for the first seven months of 2026 and plans for January–August were reviewed.Particular attention is being paid to the mining industry, particularly the restoration of oil production volumes. In the first seven months of this year, 53.2 million tons of oil were produced, or 91.1% of the same period last year. Total oil production is projected to exceed 60 million tons by the end of the first eight months.In the manufacturing industry, growth of 9% was achieved in the first seven months. However, a slight decline was noted in the metallurgy sector, with the index of actual production reaching 97.3%, including 95.4% in non-ferrous metallurgy. This is primarily due to a decline in gold production, which nevertheless recovered for the second month in a row. 39.3 tons of gold were produced in the first seven months. The plan for January-August is 45.8 tons. For the year, the index of actual production in non-ferrous metallurgy is projected to reach 103%.Mechanical engineering remains one of the main drivers of the manufacturing industry, accounting for 17.2% of the industry, second only to metallurgy, which accounts for approximately 42.8%. From January to July, mechanical engineering production grew by 22%. The automotive industry demonstrated the highest growth rates, growing by 29.9%. 102,870 passenger cars were produced—36% more than the previous year; 1,612 buses—an 18% increase; and 4,732 trucks and special-purpose vehicles—a 3.2% increase.The chemical industry continued to show strong growth, with the volume index reaching 126.9%. This growth was driven by increased production of ammonium phosphate (AMF) by 7.8%, ammonium nitrate (AMN) by 10.8%, polypropylene (AP) by 14.7%, sulfuric acid (AMN) by 20.7%, and other substances.The meeting also noted the production rates of household appliances. Silk Road Electronics LLC, which produces washing machines, televisions, stoves, mini-ovens, water heaters, vacuum cleaners, and hoods under the ARTEL and Samsung brands, increased production by 38% over the first seven months. Similar growth rates are planned for the first eight months. Almaty Turmystyq Tehnika Zayyty LLC increased production by 34%, while JASYL SUYQ QAZAQSTAN LLC, which produces refrigeration and freezing equipment, increased production by 3.2 times.Construction materials production for the first seven months amounted to 9.5 million tons, with a volume index of 109.4%. However, this growth rate has slowed slightly compared to the first half of the year (114.1%). Given the high growth rates in the construction industry, where the volume index stands at 115.3%, Serik Zhumangarin instructed the Construction Committee to hold meetings with the largest construction materials manufacturers to determine the reasons for the slowdown in production growth and the necessary measures to increase output.In agriculture, the volume index for January-July was 105%, compared to 103.7% for the same period last year. Agricultural enterprises have now begun the mass harvest, a key stage in building the industry's annual production volumes.Food production increased by 13.9% over the first seven months of the year, compared to the planned 14.7%. A 14% increase is planned for January-August. Thirty-three agricultural processing projects worth a total of 122.4 billion tenge are planned for completion by the end of the year. These include the Fufeng corn processing plant and a new sugar beet processing line at the Taraz Sugar Refinery.In beverage production, the volume index for the first seven months was 101.7%, compared to the planned 104.4%. In particular, soft drink production increased by 3%. The slowdown was due to the scheduled maintenance of a Coca-Cola production line in Almaty from January 15 to July 10, as well as the reallocation of PepsiCo production. A Carlsberg plant with a capacity of 340 million liters per year, which will manufacture PepsiCo products, is scheduled to open in September and October. Taking into account the new capacity, the volume index is expected to reach 110.5% by the end of the year.Summarizing the meeting, Serik Zhumangarin instructed government agencies, together with large non-resource companies, to thoroughly analyze the factors hindering production. Meetings with key manufacturers in each sector are required to identify existing barriers and take measures to eliminate them."We need to work directly with companies and understand the situation for each major manufacturer: what constraints exist to increasing production, where government action is required, and where assistance with infrastructure, raw materials, or other issues is needed. Our task is to promptly identify such barriers and help remove them," emphasized Serik Zhumangarin.https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1273810?lang=enSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-ekonomika-zhosparlau/press/news/details/1274988?lang=ru

By Order of the Minister of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 285-н/қ dated July 29, 2026, the national technical regulation “Requirements for Main Pipelines for the Transportation of Ethane and Propane Fractions in Liquefied State” was approved.The technical regulation establishes mandatory requirements for main pipelines used to transport ethane and propane fractions in a liquefied state, with a saturated vapor pressure exceeding 0.2 MPa at a temperature of +20 °C, within the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan. These requirements apply to their design (including engineering surveys), construction (reconstruction), operation, conservation, and decommissioning, as well as to the rules for assessing their conformity.The technical regulation of the Republic of Kazakhstan was developed by the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan as part of the implementation of the project “Construction of Main Pipelines (Ethane, Propane) in a Single Corridor in the Atyrau Region.” The project is aimed at ensuring the transportation of ethane and propane fractions in a liquefied state from the facilities of Tengizchevroil LLP and the gas separation complex under construction at the Tengiz field to petrochemical enterprises in the NINT Special Economic Zone in Karabatan.The adoption of the technical regulation provides the regulatory framework for implementing the above-mentioned project and establishing mandatory requirements for the relevant main pipelines.The technical regulation shall enter into force ten calendar days after the date of its first official publication.The text of the technical regulation is available at the following link:https://zan.gov.kz/client/#!/search/results/sadn=285-%D0%BD%2F%D2%9B&at=%D0%9F%D0%A0%D0%98%D0%9A.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti-ktrm/press/news/details/1273798?lang=ru

The State Revenue Department of EKR reminds taxpayers that mandatory digital labeling of beer and beer drinks took effect in the Republic of Kazakhstan on February 1, 2026.According to the Order No. 330-NK dated November 22, 2025, "On Amendments and Additions to Order No. 343-NK of the Acting Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated September 27, 2024, 'On Approval of the List of Goods Subject to Mandatory Labeling,'" the following implementation timeline has been established for the mandatory digital labeling of beer and beer drinks:from February 1, 2026: mandatory labeling of beer and beer drinks packaged in kegs.from September 1, 2026: mandatory labeling of bottles.from January 1, 2027: mandatory labeling of beer and beer drinks packaged in cans, accompanied by full traceability - the issuance and confirmation of transfer goods within the systemLabeling is executed using Data Matrix codes.The production and import of beer and beer drinks without identification means is prohibited starting February 1, 2026.Simultaneously, unlabelled remaining stocks of beer and beer drinks produced prior to the mandatory digital labeling deadline for their product category may be sold by participants in the circulation of goods within 1 (one) calendar year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1273800?lang=ru

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As part of the "Invest Caravan" initiative, Saryarka District ProsecutorDaniyar Izbassarov held a meeting with investors in the district jointly  with the Astana City Department of Investment and Entrepreneurship Development, the Astana City Development Center, and Astana Invest.The main objectives of the meeting were to improve the investment climate, protect entrepreneurs' rights, eliminate administrative barriers, and enhance the effectiveness of support for investment projects.Since the beginning of the year, the district prosecutor's office has restored the rights of 10 investors and facilitated the resolution of 5 problematic issues. In particular, facilities were connected to the electricity grid, a temporary road was constructed, construction and installation works were launched, and earthworks and snowmelt water removal were carried out at a quarry covering more than 1 hectare.The measures taken helped eliminate issues that had hindered the implementation of investment projects and ensured the protection of  investors' legitimate rights.The implementation and support of investment projects remain under the constant supervision of the prosecutor's office. https://www.instagram.com/p/Db5f5hZyTlF/ Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana-uir/press/news/details/1273739?lang=ru

Dear taxpayers! On August 14, 2026, at 3 p.m., a live broadcast on the topic «Popularization of electronic services and public services» will be held on the Department's Instagram page @pavlodar_mkd.         Speaker: Nurbolat Mazhitovich Nurakhmetov, Head of the Department of Public Services.Moderator: Tolegen Bilyalovich Shaimardanov, Head of the Department of Explanatory Work and the Contact Center.         In order not to miss the broadcast, subscribe to the Instagram of the Department of State Revenue for the Pavlodar region – pavlodar_mkd. Department of Explanatory Work and Contact CenterState Duma of the Pavlodar region       Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1273673?lang=ru

On the occasion of International Youth Day, celebrated on August 12, a ceremony was held in Aktobe Region to honor citizens who demonstrate active engagement in youth policy and contribute to working with young people.With the support of Akim of Aktobe Region Askhat Shakharov, letters of appreciation from the Akim of the region were presented to citizens who contribute to the development of youth policy, the implementation of youth initiatives, and the promotion of civic engagement among young people.In addition, citizens who have distinguished themselves through their work in the field of youth policy were awarded letters of appreciation from the head of the Regional Department for Youth Policy.One of the key priorities is the systematic implementation at the regional level of the Head of State’s policy aimed at supporting young people.Today, Aktobe Region is consistently carrying out work aimed at supporting youth initiatives, unlocking the potential of young people, and encouraging their active participation in public life.The opportunities created for young people and the support provided to them are a tangible expression of confidence in their future.We express our gratitude to all citizens who contribute to the development of youth policy for their dedicated work!Supporting the youth of Aktobe Region is one of the region’s key priorities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe-zhastar1/press/news/details/1273566?lang=ru

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From 1 September 2026, mandatory digital labelling of beer and beer-based beverages in glass bottles will be introduced in Kazakhstan. Products manufactured or imported after this date must bear a Data Matrix labelling code.Beer labelling is being introduced in stages: from 1 February 2026 – for products in kegs; from 1 September 2026 – for products in glass bottles; and from 1 January 2027 – for products in metal cans. Going forward, full product traceability will be ensured through the electronic execution and confirmation of documents when products are transferred between supply-chain participants.The industry is already demonstrating its readiness for the new requirements. More than 16,392 supply-chain participants are registered in the National Goods Labelling and Traceability System.Digital labelling will make it possible to trace products from the manufacturer or importer through to retail sale, helping to enhance market transparency.What market participants need to doSupply-chain participants must register in the National Goods Labelling and Traceability System via the tanba.markirovka.kz portal and begin registering product cards.It is recommended that registration be completed in advance in order to obtain labelling codes.Unlabelled stocks of beer and beer-based beverages manufactured before the mandatory labelling date may be sold for one calendar year in accordance with the established list. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1274570?lang=ru

Astana, 12 August 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held a phone conversation with EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy – Vice-President of the European Commission Kaja Kallas.The sides discussed the implementation of the agreements reached following the visit of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Brussels on June 23 this year. The parties reviewed current issues on the bilateral agenda, the expansion of trade and economic ties, promising areas of cooperation, as well as the schedule of upcoming bilateral and multilateral engagements.The interlocutors paid particular attention to energy cooperation and the prospects for further development of international energy supply infrastructure, including within the framework of the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC).During the conversation, the parties reaffirmed their interest in further strengthening the partnership and their mutual commitment to expanding cooperation in promising areas.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1273471?lang=ru

The Department of State Revenue for the Zhetisu region informs citizens about the approaching deadline for payment of property tax on property of individuals for 2025. It is necessary to pay the tax no later than October 1, 2026. 📌 Who is a tax payer?Individuals who own the following properties are liable to pay property tax:-residential houses and apartments;-garden buildings;-garages;-other buildings, structures and premises owned by right of ownership. In case of non-payment of the tax by October 1, notices of arrears will be sent to debtors from October 2, 2026.If the amount owed exceeds 1 monthly calculation figure, then after 30 working days from the date of sending the notification, an order will be formed for the forced collection of the debt, as well as the accrual of penalties for each day of delay. 💠Methods of payment:Via mobile application “e-Salyq Azamat”;Portal of the State Revenue Committee portal.kgd.gov.kz;Portal of electronic government egov.kz;Mobile applications of second-tier banks. 🔹Department of State Revenue for the region Zhetisu calls on taxpayers to make timely payment of property tax on property of individuals in order to avoid the application of measures of compulsory collection, accrual of penalties and other consequences provided for by the tax legislation.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1273433?lang=ru

Astana Hub announces the launch of Alem AI Talent Lab, a new support program for students of Qazaq AI Research University (QAIRU) aimed at developing AI talent and creating opportunities for training a new generation of artificial intelligence specialists.The first cohort of the program will include 100 undergraduate and graduate students. Participants will gain additional opportunities for professional development, research and technology projects, and the launch of their own AI startups.«Alem AI Talent Lab creates a pathway for talented young people from an idea and scientific research to their own product and technology business. Our goal is to give them access to the Astana Hub ecosystem, where they can find experts, partners, and support, and where promising projects can grow into global companies and future unicorns», said Magzhan Madiev, CEO of Astana Hub.Alem AI Talent Lab will become part of the Alem.ai ecosystem, enabling students to develop practical skills, work on real industry challenges, access Astana Hub opportunities, and participate in initiatives aimed at advancing artificial intelligence in Kazakhstan.«Today, universities must do more than educate specialists; they must create an environment where new technologies, research, and companies emerge. This is the AI-enabled university model that QAIRU is developing. The memorandum with Astana Hub expands opportunities for our students and researchers, allowing them to engage with the technology entrepreneurship ecosystem, receive support for developing their projects, and bring innovative solutions to the market more quickly», said Sapar Toksanov, Rector of Qazaq AI Research University (QAIRU).The program is designed to prepare specialists who can not only use modern AI technologies but also create their own innovative solutions, conduct scientific research, and bring technology products to international markets.All interested students will be able to join the program. To participate, they will need to confirm their consent through the QAIRU information system. Detailed information on the participation process will be provided by the university.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/maidd/press/news/details/1273425?lang=ru

The Agency for Protection and Development of Competition of the Republic of Kazakhstan (APDC) has completed an analysis of the sugar market in Kazakhstan. The results showed that, as of the end of 2025, the share of imported sugar in the domestic market reached 70.4%, while domestic production accounted for only 29.6% of domestic consumption. This indicates that, despite measures being taken to develop domestic production, Kazakhstan’s sugar industry remains import-dependent. The majority of domestic demand is met through the processing of imported raw cane sugar and supplies of finished imported sugar.A number of target indicators set out in the Comprehensive Plan for the Development of the Sugar Industry for 2022–2026 and the Concept for the Development of the Agro-Industrial Complex have not been achieved. In particular, these include indicators for sugar beet acreage, gross harvest, sugar production and the level of self-sufficiency of the domestic market. At the same time, even the record sugar beet harvest in 2024 did not allow processing enterprises to be fully utilized, as the existing capacity structure is largely oriented towards processing imported raw cane sugar. This indicates that the imbalance between the development of the raw material base and processing capacities persists.The analysis demonstrated the need to improve the efficiency of the existing sugar exchange trading model by strengthening oversight by the Ministry of Trade and Integration over compliance with the legislation on commodity exchanges. It was established that, for certain domestic producers, an increase in production volumes was not accompanied by a corresponding increase in sales through commodity exchanges. There is also a need to ensure uniform conditions for the circulation of domestic and imported sugar. In addition, individual cases of subsequent export of imported sugar to third countries have been identified, requiring further assessment of the impact of commodity flows on the supply of the domestic market.Following the analysis, APDC issued 9 notices to wholesale sugar market entities on signs of violations of antimonopoly legislation. Proposals were submitted to the relevant government bodies on developing the domestic raw material base and processing capacities, introducing long-term contracts between sugar factories and sugar beet-producing farms, strengthening oversight of exchange trading, monitoring sugar re-exports, and reducing the domestic market’s dependence on imports. It is proposed that the relevant recommendations be incorporated into the Roadmap for the Development of Competition in the Sugar Market, with the responsible government bodies identified.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zk/press/news/details/1273416?lang=ru

ATHLETES FROM TEREKTI DISTRICT – PRIZE-WINNERS OF THE CITY SPARTAKIADThe III Open City Spartakiad was held among employees of district and city sports departments and sports clubs in celebration of the professional holiday, Sports Day.The Terekti District team actively participated in the major sporting event, which brought together professionals from the sports sector, competing in seven sports.According to the results of the competition, the Terekti District team took third place in the overall team standings, becoming one of the prize-winners. The district’s athletes achieved strong results in several sports. In particular, they won first place in volleyball and Bes Aсық, and second place in Asyq Atu.The winners and prize-winners of the competition were awarded special diplomas, medals, and cups by the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the city of Oral.This result is a testament to the teamwork and active commitment to sports demonstrated by employees of the sports sector in Terekti District. Congratulations to all the prize-winners on their victories, and we wish them great success in their upcoming competitions!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/bko-terekty/press/news/details/1273398?lang=ru