On August 12–13, 2025, Almaty hosted the third regional training under the Women ICT Frontier Initiative – Digital Transformation (WIFI DX) programme, organized by the Asian and Pacific Training Centre for ICT for Development (APCICT/ESCAP) in cooperation with the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan.For the first time in the programme’s history, the training was conducted in Russian, making it more accessible to women entrepreneurs from Kazakhstan and Central Asian countries. This localization was made possible thanks to the support of Bank CenterCredit and partnerships with leading women’s communities in technology and entrepreneurship: Women in Tech Kazakhstan, She Business Community, and Women in Business.The event gathered trainers and women entrepreneurs from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan, marking the official launch of the WIFI DX programme in Central Asia. The presence of representatives from the Ministry of Digital Technologies of Uzbekistan and Women in Tech communities from across the Central Asian region underscored the programme’s importance in fostering regional cooperation and knowledge exchange.WIFI DX aims to develop digital skills among women entrepreneurs to enhance their competitiveness in today’s digital reality. The two-day programme included courses on e-commerce and digital marketing, data analytics, digital security, business continuity planning, and implementing AI in marketing and sales.“This training is not only about digital skills, but also about confidence, opportunities, and regional cooperation,” noted Assem Bolatzhan, Adviser to the Minister of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry of Kazakhstan.“By conducting the training in Kazakh and Russian, we are breaking language barriers and providing access to vital knowledge for more women,” added Amina Khassenova, Head of the Directorate for Entrepreneur Support Programmes at Bank CenterCredit.Launched in 2016 by APCICT/ESCAP, the WIFI DX programme continues to evolve to meet the needs of women entrepreneurs in the digital economy. Its Central Asian edition is set to become a foundation for further localized and collaborative initiatives in the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mdai/press/news/details/1050672?lang=kk

Preparations for the new 2025–2026 academic year are underway in Shymkent. Work in this direction is under the direct control of the city mayor. This year, the number of educational institutions has increased by 292. The number of students has increased by about 8 thousand, and the new academic year will begin with more than 397 thousand students in 1352 institutions. Of these, state educational institutions - 270, the number of students - 261,060, private institutions - 1086, the number of students - 170,607. Children from socially vulnerable families are supported annually. This year, 2 billion 624 million tenge was allocated for social assistance to 56,430 children. The amount of assistance per child is 46,500 tenge. 2.1 billion tenge has been allocated for the purchase of textbooks and educational and methodological complexes for the new academic year. Contracts have been signed with 11 publishing houses, and the full delivery of textbooks will be completed by August 20, 2025. Currently, major repairs are underway at 10 educational facilities. The completion date is August 20, and today 85 percent of the work has been completed. As part of the modernization and renovation programs, current repairs worth 1.6 billion tenge are being carried out, as well as measures to furnish classrooms, libraries, and cafeterias with furniture. In order to reduce the shortage of student places, 6 educational facilities are being built in the city. Of these, 3 schools (two new schools, one additional building) are planned to be completed and put into operation by the new academic year. One of them will be put into operation within the framework of the national project "Schools of the Future". Measures are being taken to fully equip these facilities with a student contingent and pedagogical staff. There are no risks to ensuring the security of educational institutions. Surveillance cameras are connected to the Emergency Control Center, alarm buttons are installed, contracts with licensed security guards have been concluded, and the installation of turnstiles has been completed 100 percent. As additional security measures, a unified "Aykyn" project will be launched in 2025, which includes the installation of video surveillance systems, alarm buttons, and access systems in public school buildings. Preparations for the upcoming heating season are also underway according to plan. 259.9 million tenge have been allocated for this purpose. To date, 60 percent of solid fuel and 100 percent of liquid fuel have been delivered. The technical condition of boilers is checked annually. All work is being carried out according to plan, and educational institutions will begin their work in full readiness for the new academic year. More details: https://www.youtube.com/live/QAOnzS0nbRc?si=jfJQaxLV_iQPB3x5 #RSKSHYMKENT #BRIEFING

On July 9, H.E. Kanat Tumysh, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Vietnam, joined Mr. Renat Bekturov, Governor of the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC), at a high-level working. The meeting was chaired by Mr. Vo Van Hoan, Vice Chairman of the HCMC People’s Committee, and attended by heads of relevant departments and agencies. Both sides discussed the potential for collaboration and shared experiences in developing international financial center models.The AIFC delegation presented Kazakhstan’s successful financial center model, highlighting its favorable investment policies and a unique legal framework. The delegation expressed willingness to share insights and support Ho Chi Minh City in its own roadmap toward establishing an international financial hub. Ambassador Kanat Tumysh emphasized Kazakhstan’s strategic role as a connector between Asia and Europe and affirmed Kazakhstan’s readiness to provide technical support and promote cooperation in finance and banking with Ho Chi Minh City. He also praised the city’s forward-looking vision, especially as Vietnam and Kazakhstan recently elevated their ties to a Strategic Partnership.The meeting marked an important step toward strengthening economic and financial cooperation between the two countries, reaffirming the Embassy’s role in facilitating strategic engagement between Kazakhstan and Vietnamese localities and institutions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-hanoi/press/news/details/1050661?lang=kk

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Deartaxpayers!The Department of StateRevenue of theAkmolaregioninvites you to participatein the seminar"Clarification of the newTaxCode of the Republic of Kazakhstan".Date: August 14, 2025. Opening hours:from09:30to13:00.Venue:Kokshetau, BolashakSarayyPalace, Koktem9/1microdistrictRegistration of participants starts from 08:30 to 09:15 hours. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1050594?lang=kk

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Astana, August 13, 2025 – Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Gabidulla Ospankulov, met with Shimon Ben Hamo, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Dan Capital and Managing Director and Partner at ValueLBH Fund. The parties discussed prospects for expanding investment cooperation and implementing joint projects in Kazakhstan’s priority economic sectors.The talks focused on attracting long-term investments into transport and logistics infrastructure, agriculture, raw material processing, renewable energy, oil refining, and high-tech manufacturing. Specific projects under consideration include the construction and modernization of logistics hubs with access to international transport corridors, the introduction of advanced technologies in the agro-industrial complex, the creation of joint ventures in “green” energy (solar and wind power plants), and the development of oil refining capacities. The company expressed its readiness to invest up to 1.5 billion US dollars in these initiatives.Chairman Ospankulov emphasized that Kazakhstan is ready to offer investors a wide range of government support tools and favorable business conditions, including access to international markets: “Cooperation with leading international investment funds opens up additional opportunities for Kazakhstan to diversify its economy and introduce advanced technologies. We are ready to provide full support for the implementation of promising projects in our country,” he said.Shimon Ben Hamo highly praised Kazakhstan’s investment potential, highlighting its strategic location at the crossroads of key trade routes and its stable macroeconomic dynamics. According to him, Kazakhstan offers favorable conditions for establishing production facilities, integrating into global supply chains, and implementing large-scale initiatives with high export potential.The parties agreed to continue detailed consultations on specific initiatives and to consider signing framework agreements to formalize the arrangements reached.ValueLBH Fund is an investment fund with international experience, specializing in raising capital and supporting projects in real estate, energy, infrastructure, and agribusiness. The fund invests in projects with high growth potential and a sustainable economic model, placing particular emphasis on environmental standards and social responsibility.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/invest/press/news/details/1050560?lang=kk

Ulaanbaatar, August 12, 2025 – A meeting took place between the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Mongolia Almas Seitakynov and the Minister of Defense of Mongolia Batlut Damba.During the talks, the Minister of Defense congratulated A.Seitakynov on his appointment as Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Mongolia, as well as Colonel G. Zhantaev on his appointment as Military Attaché.D.Batlut reaffirmed Mongolia’s commitment to further strengthening bilateral cooperation in the field of defense and expressed confidence in the possibility of elevating the partnership to a qualitatively new level.In turn, A.Seitakynov emphasized the considerable potential for developing defense-related ties between Kazakhstan and Mongolia and confirmed the readiness of the Kazakh side to actively engage across all promising areas.The parties exchanged views on prospects for expanding military cooperation, including the conduct of joint exercises.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-ulaanbaatar/press/news/details/1050514?lang=kk

The practical issues of applying the new Tax Code are important for the effective work of entrepreneurs. Knowledge of changes in tax reporting, the procedure for inspections and support measures helps businesses avoid mistakes and sanctions, as well as maximize the opportunities provided by law. To this end, the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan is conducting an information campaign in all regions of the country, explaining the main provisions of the code and answering relevant questions from business representatives. This type of work enhances tax literacy, builds trust, and promotes a transparent, predictable business environment.The next seminar was held in Petropavlovsk. The North Kazakhstan region is one of the leading agricultural regions of the country, with more than 42,000 small and medium-sized businesses. The event was attended by more than 500 representatives of LLP, sole proprietors and agricultural enterprises of the region, as well as representatives of the Atameken Chamber of Entrepreneurs. Zhanybek Nurzhanov, Deputy Chairman of the State Revenue Committee, spoke about the changes in legislation.He said that the new Tax Code provides agribusiness with significant fiscal advantages. Among them: a preferential corporate income tax rate of 3% for agricultural producers, a special tax regime for small and medium-sized peasant or farm enterprises has been preserved, the additional VAT offset has not only been preserved, but also its size has been increased from 70% to 80%. Among the innovations in the vehicle tax, an additional benefit per pickup truck is provided for those applying a special tax regime for peasant or farm farms.These conditions create a stable and profitable business environment for farmers, reducing the tax burden and stimulating investment in the industry.In addition, simplified tax mechanisms are provided: the single land tax is abolished, the number of special regimes is reduced to three, and the introduction of digital services, including mobile applications for the self-employed, allows taxpayers to verify declarations and pay taxes online. This reduces the bureaucratic burden and increases the transparency of administration."The benefits provided by the new Tax Code for farmers can become a serious incentive for the development of agriculture. Simplification of tax administration, reduction of the tax burden and simplification of procedures create favorable conditions for expanding production, modernizing farms and attracting investments in the agricultural sector," said Deputy Chairman of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan Zhanybek Nurzhanov.The next seminar will be held on August 14 in Kokshetau, Akmola region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/1050524?lang=kk

На пресс-конференции на площадке пресс-центра Правительства заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики Серик Жумангарин рассказал о ситуации с финансированием экономики.Он сообщил, что на 31 июля 2025 года холдинг «Байтерек» оказал поддержку предпринимателям на 3,5 трлн тенге, из них 1,75 трлн тенге – МСБ, включая 657,5 млрд для АПК. Крупный бизнес поддержан на 1,38 трлн тенге, экспортеры – на 394 млрд тенге. В рамках перехода от субсидий к гарантиям на базе фонда «Даму» созданы гарантийные фонды для проектов МСБ до 7 млрд тенге и крупных проектов – свыше 7 млрд тенге. Для привлечения банковской ликвидности создан проектный офис с участием холдинга «Байтерек», Минэкономики, Нацбанка, АФК и АРРФР. Одобрены 19 проектов на 9,1 трлн тенге с применением синдицированного финансирования.«В целях повышения информированности бизнеса реализуется проект «Цифровая карта бизнеса». Утвержден Реестр с более 100 мерами поддержки. Завершена интеграция ИС «Bgov», содержащей меры поддержки холдинга «Байтерек», с приложением «eGov Business», которым воспользовались 2,3 млн раз 71 тыс. пользователей», — добавил Серик Жумангарин.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1050525?lang=kk

Tuition Assistance for Socially Vulnerable GroupsScored 105 or more on the UNT but worried you might not get a grant?There’s a solution! If you belong to a socially vulnerable group — orphans, students from large families, or low-income families — the Akimat of Astana will cover your full-time tuition.From July 1 to August 23, applications are accepted for tuition assistance for socially vulnerable students:Required documents (short list):• ID card• Proof of family income• Document confirming eligibility (death certificate of parents, large family certificate, etc.)• High school diploma from Astana• UNT certificate• Bank account details (second-tier bank or Kazpost JSC)In 2024, the “Regional Studies” program at L.N. Gumilyov ENU was added to the list of specialties eligible for this support.Applicants who scored 105 or more points in UNT on “World History” and “English” can apply.📅 Application period: 2025, July 1 – August 23📞 Contact: +7 775 444 44 00 Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazaid/press/news/details/1050526?lang=kk

Районный  филиал партии «AMANAT» провел благотворительную акцию «Подготовим ребенка к школе!".В рамках акции около 10 семей получили школьные рюкзаки  и канцелярские товары.В мероприятии приняли участие  председатель филиала партии «AMANAT» Каспаков А.Т. депутат  районного маслихатаСаккулаков К К,  секретари партии, родители и школьники .Целью данной акции является оказание материальной помощи обучающимся из числа малообеспеченных, многодетных семей, детей-сирот и детей, оставшихся без попечения родителей в период подготовки к началу нового учебного года, и профилактика непосещения детей в школу по социальным причинам.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu-osakarovka/press/news/details/1050532?lang=kk

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One of the most demanded public services among taxpayers is the service for carrying out offsets and refunds of taxes, payments to the budget, penalties, fines. There are several ways to receive this service: - through the mobile application "e-Salyq Azamat"; - through the e-Salyq-Business mobile application: - through the e-Government web portal www.egov.kz; - through the Taxpayer's Account web application; - through the Government for Citizens State Corporation; - through the territorial bodies of state revenue. To receive the service, you must submit a tax statement in the prescribed form No. 15 (Order of the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated 02/20/2018 No. 160). Please note that in case of a refund, in addition to the tax statement, a document from the relevant authorized body is attached, which is the basis for their refund (court decision or certificate of non-demand for the amount). No supporting documents are required during the test.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1050492?lang=kk

As part of the implementation of the ideology of "Law and Order", as well as within the framework of events dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan, on August 13, 2025, a nationwide campaign "Legal assistance for every citizen" was held in all notary chambers of Kostanay region.The purpose of the campaign is to increase the legal literacy of the population and provide free legal assistance.Citizens addressed issues related to the registration of inheritance rights, the certification of purchase and gift agreements, the registration of powers of attorney and wills, the conclusion of marriage contracts, the protection of rights in real estate transactions, as well as the preparation of documents for travel abroad.Following the results of the campaign, experts noted the high activity of residents and emphasized the importance of such events for the protection of citizens' rights. Press ServiceDepartment of JusticeKostanay region Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet-kst/press/news/details/1050495?lang=kk

A festive event dedicated to the 180th anniversary of Abai Kunanbayev, entitled "Abai's Heritage is the People's Treasure," was held at the Bastauschy Village Clubhouse.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-samar-bastaushy/press/news/details/1050497?lang=kk

At a press conference at the Government's press center, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin reported on the ongoing work to attract investment into the economy.The Deputy Prime Minister noted that thanks to the measures taken in January-July of this year, investments in fixed assets increased by 16.1%."The largest increase in investments is observed in education by 2.3 times, financial activity by 90.1%, manufacturing by 38.7%, agriculture by 27%, healthcare by 17.5%, transport by 17%," Serik Zhumangarin specified.https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1050498?lang=ruSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-ekonomika-zhosparlau/press/news/details/1051400?lang=kk

На пресс-конференции на площадке пресс-центра Правительства заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики Серик Жумангарин рассказал о принимаемых в республике мерах по поддержке малого и среднего бизнеса.Вице-премьер сообщил, что на 1 августа просубсидировано 2 048 проектов на 288,3 млрд тенге, гарантии получили 737 проектов на 61 млрд тенге. Обучение прошли около 9 тыс. предпринимателей. В 2025 г. на поддержку МСБ направят 271,1 млрд тенге.«Запущена программа льготного кредитования «Өрлеу» со ставкой 12,6%. Общий объем поддержки – 750 млрд тенге. Профинансированы 394 проекта на 200 млрд тенге», — отметил Серик Жумангарин.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1050508?lang=kk

На пресс-конференции на площадке пресс-центра Правительства заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики Серик Жумангарин рассказал о ходе исполнений поручений Главы государства по обеспечению роста экономики.Он отметил, что Глава государства  поставил амбициозную задачу по удвеню ВВП к 2029 году.  По итогам 2024 года в этом направлении был достигнут целевой показатель.«Работа в этом направлении продолжается, в частности, за счет стимулирования инвестиций, повышения производительности и расширения несырьевого сектора экономики. По итогам января-июля текущего года экономический рост достиг 6,3%. Рост в реальном секторе составил 8,3%. Производство услуг выросло на 5,2%», — сообщил Серик Жумангарин.Основными драйверами являются транспорт (+22,5%), строительство (+18,5%) и торговля (+8,6%). В горнодобывающей промышленности продолжался рост (+8,5%), в обрабатывающем секторе также хорошие показатели (+6,1%).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1050477?lang=kk