The UAPF is a key element of Kazakhstan's pension system, ensuring the reliability and transparency of pension savings. Its primary objective is to accumulate citizens' pension savings and ensure their future benefits. The Fund's services help citizens not only accumulate the necessary funds for a decent retirement but also actively participate in financial planning for their future. The UAPF provides various digital services to Kazakhstanis and continues to develop them, adapting to client needs. The 24/7 availability of the Fund's services on its website and mobile app is a key factor in increasing contributor interest.From January 1, 2026, to January 31, 2026, the Fund provided 10.8 million services to the population. Of these, 2.7 million were provided electronically, and 7.9 million were automated. Thus, the share of services provided in automated, electronic, and remote formats amounted to 99.2% of the total. A total of 80,500 services were provided in person, including 78,500 directly at the Fund's offices.As a reminder, all pension accounts are opened automatically in the UAPF upon receipt of the first contribution. Targeted requirements are also automatically calculated for citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan under 18 years of age, and target savings accounts (TSA) are opened to record and pay out target savings to adult recipients of target savings under the "National Fund for Children" program.During the reporting period, the total number of individual pension savings accounts (IPSA) opened automatically for all types of individual pension contributions, as well as notional pension savings accounts (NPSA) for recording employer’s compulsory pension contributions (ECPC) transferred by the employer from their own funds, and target savings accounts (TSA) opened to record and pay out target savings to recipients of target savings under the "National Fund for Children" program, amounted to 414,500.Receiving statements from the IPSA, NPSA, and TSA remains the most popular service. Since the beginning of the year, 3.1 million statements have been issued for all types of accounts, 2.5 million of which were electronic and 515,900 were automatically issued. UAPF reminds that receiving account information through your personal account is the most convenient, reliable, and efficient way to monitor your pension savings. The service operates online 24/7, allowing you to receive up-to-date information at any time and from anywhere. Account information is available not only through the UAPF mobile app and your personal account on the UAPF website, but also through the egov.kz portal or the e-government mobile app. This provides additional convenience for users who prefer to interact with government services through a unified platform. UAPF notes that, starting in 2025, the annual automatic mailing of statements will no longer be provided. However, receiving information on the status of pension savings by mail remains possible by submitting a request to the UAPF address.In addition to receiving statements in their personal account on the website and in the mobile app, contributors (beneficiaries) can use services such as making changes and additions to their details, obtaining a certificate of account availability, submitting an application for pension benefits due to the establishment of a Group 1 or 2 disability for life or upon reaching the age of 50 through voluntary pension contributions, tracking the status of a benefit application, transferring a portion of pension savings to an investment portfolio manager (IPM), calculating a projected future pension using a pension calculator, etc. Over the past month, 9,500 contributor applications for the transfer of a portion of their pension savings to IPM trust management were accepted, the majority of which were submitted electronically.10,500 applications for account details changes were received in January 2026, 10,000 of which were submitted at the Fund's offices. When requesting a service from UAPF specialists, contributors typically receive additional consultations and advice on savings management. As part of outreach efforts, 4,500 on-site presentations were held, attended by 97,700 people. The number of materials published in the media based on UAPF announcements amounted to 4,200. The number of contributor and beneficiary inquiries received through feedback channels (call center, website consultations, instant messaging, social media, and other communication channels) amounted to 43,700.As a reminder, any company can submit a request for an on-site presentation and consultation on the funded pension system by contacting the Fund through the website or mobile app.UAPF consulting services can be obtained through instant messengers (chat bot in WhatsApp and Viber at +7 771 171 72 01), on the corporate website enpf.kz, as well as on the official UAPF pages on social networks Instagram, Facebook, VKontakte, Telegram, Odnoklassniki.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimat-beyneu/press/news/details/1177333?lang=kk

Registration for participants and guests of the Regional Ecological Summit has officially opened on the event’s website at https://res2026.kz/.  Participants can register for RES 2026 by completing the online form available in the “Register” section at https://res2026.kz/ru/register.The Regional Ecological Summit will take place on April 22–24, 2026, in Astana, the capital of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The Summit will bring together countries of Central Asia to foster coordinated dialogue on key climate and environmental issues.For inquiries regarding the Regional Ecological Summit 2026:e-mail: office@caclimate.fundFor inquiries regarding participation in the international exhibition RES 2026 EXPO:e-mail: partnership@res2026expo.kz Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/1168160?lang=kk

Taxpayers planning to apply the special tax regime based on a simplified declaration must submit a notification on the applied tax regime within the установленный срок.If the notification is not submitted, an automatic transition to the general tax regime will take place starting January 1, 2026.The notification can be submitted through the Taxpayer’s Cabinet, the “e-Salyq Business” mobile application, at the state revenue authorities at your place of registration, or via second-tier banks’ applications (under the “Public Services” section).We recommend not postponing submission until the last days.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1168165?lang=kk

На одном из заседаний Проектного офиса по вопросам внедрения Налогового кодекса поднимались вопросы корректировки НДС на 80 процентов, относимого в зачет, по продукции, являющейся результатом переработки сельскохозяйственного сырья, в соответствии с подпунктом 7) пункта 2 и пунктом 5 статьи 484 Налогового кодекса.Министерство национальной экономики сообщает, что с учетом положений Закона Республики Казахстан «О государственном регулировании развития агропромышленного комплекса и сельских территорий» от 8 июля 2005 года №66 в случае экспорта продукции, являющейся результатом переработки сельскохозяйственного сырья, указанная корректировка не применяется.Например, при экспорте муки возврат НДС осуществляется в общеустановленном порядке в полном объеме при соблюдении требований налогового законодательства, поскольку мука относится к продукции переработки.Таким образом, положения нового Налогового кодекса сохраняют ранее действовавший порядок налогообложения продукции переработки.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1168185?lang=kk

Bratislava, February 23, 2026 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Slovak Republic Zhanna Saginova met with the Minister of Investment, Regional Development and Informatization of the Slovak Republic, Samuel Migaľ.During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for strengthening bilateral cooperation in the areas of digital transformation and artificial intelligence. The Ambassador noted that Kazakhstan has declared 2026 the Year of Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence, providing additional momentum to expand international partnerships in this field. As part of its national policy framework, Kazakhstan has adopted the AI Development Concept for 2024–2029, which contains the phased integration of AI technologies into industry, agriculture, energy, transport, healthcare, and education.Kazakhstan has established a modern digital infrastructure. The country is home to Astana Hub, the largest technology park in Central Asia, and has recently launched two supercomputers — the first of their kind in the region — creating new opportunities for scientific research and the development of an innovation ecosystem.The Kazakh side reaffirmed its interest in implementing joint projects with Slovak partners, including in the areas of digital solutions and Big Data analytics. It was emphasized that the effective use of large-scale data in public administration is a strategic factor in enhancing state efficiency and national competitiveness.In addition, the relevant ministries of both countries are working on a Memorandum of Cooperation in the field of digitalization and artificial intelligence.At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides confirmed their mutual readiness to further deepen partnership and expand practical cooperation in the identified areas.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-bratislava/press/news/details/1168221?lang=kk

In his message, Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev stressed that the state visit of President Alar Karis to Kazakhstan last year gave a new impetus to the development of bilateral cooperation, contributing to the strengthening of political, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian ties.The President of Kazakhstan wished Alar Karis further success in his responsible government activities, and well–being and prosperity to the friendly people of Estonia.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tallin/press/news/details/1168222?lang=kk

Akim of the dauletsky rural district Zhanbolat Elubayevich was awarded the multi-state award of the Republic of Kazakhstan "Altyn Alka".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-munaily-daulet/press/news/details/1168282?lang=kk

During the reception, social issues, infrastructure, land relations and other pressing issues on the part of the villagers were raised. Each request and proposal was reviewed in accordance with the requirements of the legislation and appropriate clarifications were given. On some issues, specific tasks were assigned to responsible industry specialists and taken under control. Work on establishing feedback with the public and taking into account suggestions and opinions of the public will continue in the future. , The press service of the office of the akim of the village of Daulet.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau-munaily-daulet/press/news/details/1168290?lang=kk

If you do not submit the notification on time, you will be automatically switched to the standard mode from January 1, 2026.The new Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan provides for three special tax regimes: for the self-employed, on the basis of a simplified declaration, and for peasant and farm enterprises.Are you planning to apply the SNR based on a simplified declaration?Submit the notification by February 28, 2026:- through the Taxpayer's Office (see the "Submit documents" section for "Notification of the applicable tax regime");- through the mobile application "e-Salyq Business" ("service" – "change of IP tax regime");- in the UGD at the location (on paper);- through the applications of second-tier banks (in the "public services" section – "changing the banking details and tax regime of individual entrepreneurs").Switching to self-employed modeStarting from March 1, 2026, sole proprietors who worked under a patent or using a special mobile application will be automatically de-registered (withdrawal date is January 1, 2026).Do not delay until the last day to avoid automatic transfers and recalculations!Department of Explanatory Work and Contact CenterState Duma of the Pavlodar regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1168298?lang=kk

The grand opening of the traveling exhibition of the Ilyas Zhansugurov Literary Museum "Ilyas Zhansugurov and the Kyzylorda period" took place in the Regional Museum of Local Lore of the city of Kyzylorda.  The exhibition is organized within the framework of the project "Museum tour: expedition of exhibits". The educational event was attended by representatives of the intelligentsia, cultural professionals, teachers and students of higher educational institutions, as well as media representatives. In addition, the exhibition was visited by a senior lecturer at the Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda University, Candidate of Philological Sciences Aiman Aitbayeva, as well as employees of the Turkestan Regional Museum of Local Lore. The exhibition featured personal belongings of Ilyas Zhansugurov, rare manuscripts, photographs and valuable archival documents. The exhibition broadly reflects the poet's creative pursuits and social activities in the Kyzylorda period, vividly conveying the literary and spiritual atmosphere of that era. This event is aimed at strengthening inter-museum cooperation and popularizing the spiritual connection between historical figures. The exhibition will run until February 25, 2026. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-archive/press/news/details/1168306?lang=kk

Dear taxpayers,On February 25, 2026, at 3 p.m., a live broadcast on the topic will be held on the Department's Instagram page @pavlodar_mkd: "Transition to special tax regimes."The speakers will be: Arman Taboldievich Uvaliev, Head of the Department of Non-production Payments, and Elena Sergeevna Dovbnyak, Head of the Department of Administration of Special Tax Regimes.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 regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1168310?lang=kk

 Dear taxpayers!The Department of State Revenues in the Akmola region reports that in accordance with the amendments to the order of the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 208 of February 16, 2018, from June 20, 2025, the Data Transfer Protocol version 2.0.3 was introduced.All users of cash registers (cash registers) must ensure the transition to work under the Protocol version 2.0.3.The Protocol version 2.0.3 provides for a service for automatic connection of cash registers to the National Catalog of Goods (hereinafter referred to as tubing) and determination of geolocation on the CRF side, which determines the exact location of cash registers.For cash registers in the form of electronic devices with the function of recording and transmitting data (the so-called "iron cash registers"), reprogramming must be carried out in maintenance centers.List of fiscal data operators (OFD) working with the Protocol version 2.0.3: Kazakhtelecom JSC, Transtelecom JSC, Kar-Tel LLP, Kaspi Bank JSC, IT ANALYTICS LLP, Бухта.kz LLP, Smartcontract LLP, JSC Kcell "(LLP" Susan Mobile "), LLP" Beeline "(" Kar-Tel "), LLP" Waypoint. "Date of Protocol version 2.0.2 transition to Protocol version 2.0.3 is March 1, 2026.We ask taxpayers to timely ensure the transition to the Protocol version 2.0.3 and perform all the necessary technical work in a timely manneSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1168335?lang=kk

«Су – тіршілік көзі» дейді дана халқымыз. Расында, табиғаттың баға жетпес байлығы саналатын су ресурстарын тиімді пайдалану – бүгінгі күннің ең өзекті мәселелерінің бірі. Климаттық өзгерістер мен су тапшылығы жағдайында су үнемдеу мәдениетін қалыптастыру, заманауи технологияларды кеңінен енгізу және әрбір тамшы судың қадірін арттыру – стратегиялық маңызы бар бағыт.Қазіргі таңда су ресурстарын тиімді пайдалану – өңірлік дамудың басты бағыттарының бірі. Осы орайда Жамбыл облысы аумағында су үнемдеу технологияларын кеңінен ендіру бойынша жүйелі жұмыстар жүргізілуде.Суармалы суды тиімді пайдалану мақсатында су үнемдеу технологиялары енгізілген алқап көлемін жыл сайын ұлғайту бағытында нақты шаралар атқарылуда. 2024 жылы өңірде 55,4 мың гектар алқапқа су үнемдеу технологиялары енгізіліп, 2023 жылғы 40 мың гектар көрсеткішпен салыстырғанда 15,4 мың гектарға артты. Бұл – шаруалардың жаңа тәсілдерге деген қызығушылығының артып келе жатқанын көрсетеді.2025 жылы да бұл бағыттағы жұмыс жалғасын тауып, шаруалар тарапынан қосымша 11 мың гектар алқапқа су үнемдеу технологиялары енгізілді. Нәтижесінде жалпы көрсеткіш 66,5 мың гектарға жетті.Оның ішінде:тамшылатып суғару – 44,6 мың гектар;жаңбырлатып суғару – 19,3 мың гектар;лазерлік жоспарлау – 2,6 мың гектар.Бұл технологиялар суды дәл мөлшермен беруге, шығынды азайтуға және өнімділікті арттыруға мүмкіндік береді.2026 жылға су үнемдеу технологияларын 10 мың гектарға енгізіп, жалпы көрсеткішті 76,6 мың га жеткізу жоспарлануда.Бұл жұмыстар өңірдің су қауіпсіздігін қамтамасыз етуге, ауыл шаруашылығы өндірісінің тиімділігін арттыруға және табиғи ресурстарды ұтымды пайдалануға бағытталған маңызды қадам болып табылады.Бүгінде су үнемдеу – тек ауыл шаруашылығы саласының міндеті емес, ол – қоғамның ортақ жауапкершілігі. Су ресурстарын ұқыпты пайдалану арқылы біз болашақ ұрпаққа табиғи байлығымызды сақтап қаламыз. «Судың да сұрауы бар» деген қағиданы берік ұстанған жағдайда ғана тұрақты даму жолына сенімді қадам басамыз.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhambyl-tabigat/press/news/details/1168342?lang=kk

This year marks the 120th anniversary of the birth of twice Hero of Socialist Labor, "steppe academician" Nurmolda Aldabergenov. In this regard, on February 24, the Museum of the History of Rice Cultivation named after Ybray Zhakayev (Kyzylorda region, Shieli district) hosted the grand opening of the traveling exhibition of the Nurmolda Aldabergenov Memorial Museum "Nurmolda, glorified by labor." The event was attended by the chief specialists of the Shieli district, employees of the Nartai Bekezhanov Memorial Museum of Art, the Shieli Regional Museum of Local Lore, representatives of the cultural sector, as well as schoolchildren. During the event, Seyitbek Ibrayevich Zhakhaev, a descendant of twice Hero of Socialist Labor, "father of white rice" Ibray Zhakhaev, an honorary citizen of Shieli district, delivered warm words. The exhibition presents photographs, archival documents, awards and personal belongings of Nurmolda Aldabergenov, reflecting his life and career. This event is aimed at strengthening inter-museum cooperation and popularizing the spiritual connection between historical figures. The exhibition will run until February 25, 2026.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-archive/press/news/details/1168349?lang=kk

«Су – өмірдің бастауы» дейді дана халқымыз. Шындығында, әрбір өзен, көл және су қоймасы – тіршілік көзі ғана емес, ауыл шаруашылығы мен экономика үшін де маңызды ресурс. Осы орайда Жамбыл облысы аумағында су объектілерін қорғау және судың экологиялық тұрақтылығын қамтамасыз ету мақсатында жүйелі шаралар атқарылуда.Жамбыл облысының жер үсті су объектілерінде су қорғау аймақтары мен белдеулерін белгілеу жөніндегі 2024–2026 жылдарға арналған Жол карта облыс әкімімен бекітілді. Бұл Жол карта бойынша облыс аумағындағы 103 су объектісіне су қорғау аймақтары мен белдеулерін белгілеу көзделген.2024 жылғы жоспарға сәйкес, облыста орналасқан 57 су нысаны бойынша су қорғау аймақтары мен белдеулерін белгілеу жұмыс жобасы әзірленіп, Жамбыл облысы әкімдігінің 30 желтоқсандағы № 35 және № 318 Қаулыларымен бекітілді. Осы мәліметтер мемлекеттік жер кадастрының автоматтандырылған ақпараттық жүйесіне енгізілді.Бекітілген 57 су нысанында, Қазақстан Республикасының Су Кодексінің 86-бабына сәйкес, қызметіне тыйым салынған 668 нысан анықталды. Бұл нысандардың қауіпсіздігін қамтамасыз ету және суды ластамау мақсатында, тиісті іс-шараларды атқаруға Су ресурстарын реттеу, қорғау және пайдалануды жөніндегі Шу-Талас бассейндік су инспекциясы, ҚР АШМ Жер ресурстарын басқару комитеті Жамбыл облысының жер ресурстарын басқару департаменті, сондай-ақ қала және аудан әкімдіктеріне (Жамбыл, Жуалы, Байзақ, Сарысу, Талас, Меркі, Т. Рысқұлов, Шу, Қордай аудандары, жер қатынастары бөлімдері) жолданған хаттар арқылы ұсынылды.Ал 2025 жылға арналған жоспарға сәйкес, облыстағы 40 су нысаны үшін су қорғау аймақтары мен белдеулерін белгілеу жобасы әзірленіп, Жамбыл облысы әкімдігінің 2 желтоқсандағы № 247 Қаулысымен бекітілді. Кеңістік деректері мемлекеттік жер кадастрының автоматтандырылған ақпараттық жүйесіне енгізіліп, Су Кодексінің 86-бабы негізінде қызметіне тыйым салынған 162 нысан анықталды.Осы жұмыстардың барлығы судың таза қалпын сақтау, экологиялық тұрақтылықты қамтамасыз ету және тұрғындардың қауіпсіз өмір сүруіне жағдай жасауға бағытталған. Су ресурстарын қорғау – бұл тек мемлекеттік органдардың міндеті ғана емес, әрбір тұрғынның да жауапкершілігі. Қорғалатын аймақтарды белгілеу және оларды сақтау арқылы біз табиғат байлығын сақтап, болашақ ұрпаққа таза және қолжетімді су қалдырамыз.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhambyl-tabigat/press/news/details/1168358?lang=kk

On February 28, 2026, an agricultural fair will be held in the city of Kostanay with the participation of agricultural producers from cities and districts.Fresh vegetables, fruits, meat, honey, dairy products and other goods will be available for sale.Venue: Central Square “City Center”.Start time: 9:00 AM.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1168481?lang=kk

     Podgorica, February 24, 2026. Consul General of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Montenegro, Gabiden Temirbek, held a meeting with the Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Programme in Montenegro, Ekaterina Paniklova. The discussion focused on current and future cooperation between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the United Nations Development Programme, as well as UNDP’s priority areas of engagement in Montenegro.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-podgorica/press/news/details/1168548?lang=kk

Astana, February 24, 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov received Ambassador of the Italian Republic Antonello De Riu.The parties discussed further strengthening of the Kazakh-Italian strategic partnership, placing particular emphasis on enhancing political dialogue, expanding trade and economic cooperation, and implementing joint projects in the cultural and humanitarian sphere.“Italy remains one of Kazakhstan’s key partners in Europe and a leading investor in our economy. In 2025, bilateral trade amounted to approximately 17 billion US dollars, underscoring the depth and resilience of our economic cooperation. Over the past three decades, Italian investments have exceeded 9.5 billion US dollars, and currently 267 Italian companies operate in Kazakhstan across a wide range of strategic sectors,” Deputy Minister Isetov noted.The Deputy Minister also congratulated Antonello De Riu on the successful organisation of the Winter Olympic Games and on the outstanding performance of the Italian team.“The Games were organised at the highest level and made a significant contribution to promoting Olympic values worldwide,” Arman Isetov stated.The interlocutors reaffirmed their shared commitment to maintaining close and substantive cooperation across areas of mutual interest and reviewed the schedule of forthcoming bilateral engagements for 2026.At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides confirmed their readiness to further deepen the strategic partnership between Astana and Rome.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1168549?lang=kk

Budapest, February 12, 2025 - Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Hungary, Abzal Saparbekuly, received Ms. Gabriella M. Lezsák, Director of the Institute for Hungarian Studies (https://mki.gov.hu/en/).During the meeting, the interlocutors discussed developing mutually beneficial scientific cooperation in the field of historical research, developing joint scientific projects, jointly training young scientists, their internships, and future cooperation opportunities.Additionally, the parties discussed ways to develop bilateral cooperation in the study of historical, valuable data, manuscripts, and documents in the archives of both countries, as well as in the field of archaeology. They also assessed opportunities for developing partnerships in scientific research and future cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-budapest/press/news/details/1168556?lang=kk

Budapest, 12 February 2026 - Ambassador of Kazakhstan met with the management of Hunland Group, a Hungarian company specializing in the international trade of agricultural livestock and the development of pedigree breeding.During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for expanding cooperation in the field of pedigree livestock development in Kazakhstan. Particular attention was given to the modernization of herd genetics, increasing productivity, and the introduction of advanced technologies in beef and dairy farming.The Kazakh side emphasized that livestock production is one of the priority areas of the country’s agricultural development. In recent years, the sector has demonstrated steady growth, including increased production of meat and milk, as well as consistent expansion of livestock numbers. It was highlighted that Kazakhstan possesses significant land resources – more than 200 million hectares of agricultural land, including vast pasture areas – creating favorable conditions for large-scale livestock development.During the meeting, Hungarian partners were informed about the existing state support measures in Kazakhstan’s agro-industrial complex. In particular, mechanisms for subsidizing the acquisition of pedigree livestock, support instruments for livestock production, as well as preferential credit and leasing programs for agricultural producers were discussed. Opportunities for financial support of investment projects through national development institutions were also outlined.Following the meeting, the parties agreed to continue consultations and further elaborate specific areas of cooperation. The Embassy of Kazakhstan confirmed its readiness to provide comprehensive support in the implementation of joint initiatives aimed at developing pedigree livestock breeding and strengthening investment cooperation between Kazakhstan and Hungary.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-budapest/press/news/details/1168561?lang=kk