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In the village of Kabanbai, Alakol district, Zhetysu region, with the support of the Akimat of the Zhetisu region, an anniversary event «world famous Anuar» was organized, dedicated to the 95th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding Kazakh writer, statesman and public figure Anuar Alimzhanov.The memorial evening was held in the Kabanbai rural House of Culture of the Alakolsky district of the writer's native land. This literary event was attended by representatives of the intelligentsia, honored guests and viewers who appreciate the art of our people.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-archive/press/news/details/998135?lang=kk

Nurkas Miras Aidynuly, a physical education instructor of Abai East Kazakhstan College of Humanities became the winner of the Republican Professional Skills Competition in sports category, held in Kostanay region.Our congratulations to Miras Aidynuly and we wish him further professional and creative success!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-bilim/press/news/details/998124?lang=kk

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The Department of State Revenue for the Mangystau region is responding to the question. QUESTION: I found out that I am on the unreliable list. By what criteria is unreliability recognized? ANSWER: Taxpayers who fail to meet their tax obligations on time and in bad faith may end up on the unreliable list.:- having debts that have not been repaid within four months from the date of its occurrence and amount to more than 10 MCI for sole proprietors, more than 150 MCI for legal entities;- recognized as inactive, that is, who did not submit a declaration (reporting) within 1 year after the deadline;- recognized by false enterprises;- declared bankrupt;- those who are not present at their legal address;- whose registration has been declared invalid. If the sole proprietor and the LLP are included in the list of unreliable, it is necessary to fully fulfill tax obligations.: submit reports, pay taxes, and contact the state revenue authorities at your location to draw up a protocol under article 272 of the Code of Administrative Offenses. The list of unreliable taxpayers is published on the website of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. kgd.gov.kz in the "Electronic services" menu in the "Search for unreliable taxpayers" section.(unofficial translation)Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-mangistau/press/news/details/998078?lang=kk

Cash payments in the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan are carried out as follows:Using cash registers: all enterprises and entrepreneurs engaged in trading activities or providing services to the public are required to use cash registers. Thisallows you to recordeverycashpaymentandissue a cashreceipt to the client.Through bank cash desks: Funds can be deposited or withdrawn from a bank account in cash through bank cash desks. Such transactions are usually confirmed by relevant bank documents, such as cash receipts and disbursements. Use of paymentterminals:paymentterminals are installedinretailoutletsandenterprisesthatallowcustomers to makecashpaymentsthroughautomateddevices.The terminals will issue the appropriate receipt or receipt. Receipts and receipts: in some cases, for small purchases or services, cash payments can be confirmed by receipts or receipts issued by the seller or service provider. Amountlimits: The lawsetslimitson the maximumamounts of cashpayments. For example,forlegalentitiesandindividualentrepreneurs, a limitmaybeseton the amount of a one-timecashtransaction.Compliance with taxlaws:allcashtransactionsmust be reflectedin the company's accounting records andincludedintaxreturns.Cash payments must be documented for tax purposes. These measures are aimed at ensuring transparency of cash flows, prevention of tax evasion and compliance with financial discipline in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-akmola/press/news/details/1006550?lang=kk

By the Order of the Chairman of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated May 15, 2025, Akbayev Taskin Turagaldievich was appointed to the post of Ethics Commissioner of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan.(unofficial translation)Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-mangistau/press/news/details/998063?lang=kk

Servicemen of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan have once again proven that physical fitness and fighting spirit are the key to outstanding achievements not only in service but also in elite sports.Kazakhstani fencer, senior physical training and sports specialist, Corporal Ruslan Kurbanov won a silver medal at the prestigious Epee Fencing Grand Prix held in Bogotá, Colombia.In the semifinal, Kurbanov showed true fighting spirit, narrowly defeating Uzbekistan’s Vadim Anokhin with a score of 15:14. In the final match, he faced Japan’s Akira Komata and lost 10:15, earning an honorable second place on the podium. Bronze medals went to Vadim Anokhin and Luigi Middleton of France.Another impressive result came from Corporal Yerlik Sertai, also a senior physical training specialist, who finished in the top 10, taking eighth place.The international achievements of the National Guard athletes are the result of dedicated training, the professionalism of their instructors, and systematic efforts to promote sports within the National Guard. Participation in such high-level competitions strengthens combat spirit, raises the prestige of military service, and inspires the younger generation to choose the path of national defense.Guardsmen continue to represent Kazakhstan with confidence—both on duty and on the sports field—honorably defending the dignity of their country and the law enforcement troops. Press Service of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/998066?lang=kk

Rabat, May 15, 2025 – Director General of the Islamic Organization for Food Security (IOFS) B.Aryn paid a working visit to the Kingdom of Morocco.During the visit, meetings were held with Chairman of the House of Representatives of the Parliament of the Kingdom of Morocco R.Al Talbi, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccans Living Abroad N. Burita, Secretary General of the Ministry of Agriculture R.Arrache, Director of the National Institute of Agricultural Research L.Gauti and Director General of the International Center for Agricultural Research in Arid Regions (ICARDA) A. Abusabba.At the meetings, the Moroccan side emphasized Kazakhstan's activity within the framework of the IOFS, expressing interest in Morocco's participation in various projects of the organization, especially in projects aimed at the African continent, in particular in the supply of fertilizers necessary for agriculture, as a country rich in phosphates.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-rabat/press/news/details/998068?lang=kk

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A team mini-football championship was held at the sports hall of the Main Command of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The tournament brought together 120 servicemen from 15 teams representing the departments, services, and centers of the law enforcement troops.The main goals of the competition were to strengthen team spirit and promote a healthy lifestyle among servicemen.Tournament results:1st place – Troop Command Center team2nd place – Automation Department team3rd place – Combined team of the Main Combat Training Department and the Military Service and Security DepartmentIndividual awards went to:Best Player: Private Adil Zhandaulet, Technician, Server Support GroupBest Defender: Captain Ulan Borambaev, Head of the Video Studio Section, Information Publishing DepartmentBest Goalkeeper: Sergeant Yerkin Kabulov, Assistant to the Head of the Troop Command Center ServiceBest Goal: Senior Sergeant Sabit Zhaksybaev, Technician, Technical Security Equipment Group, ITO CenterWinners and prizewinners received trophies, diplomas, and letters of appreciation.The Spartakiad continues to foster unity, professionalism, and athletic excellence among the servicemen of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Press Service of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/997882?lang=kk

Geneva, 16 May 2025 – A meeting was held at the headquarters of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) between the Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the WTO, Mr. Kairat Torebayev and the WMO Secretary-General, Ms. Celeste Saulo. The parties discussed priority areas of cooperation in the fields of hydrometeorology, disaster early warning systems and sustainable water resource management.Kazakhstan reaffirmed its interest in continued participation in the CARFFGS project – the Central Asia Regional Flash Flood Guidance System. With the termination of international funding, the continuation of the project is under threat. Therefore, Kazakhstan requested WMO’s support in identifying sustainable mechanisms for the continuation of this system, which has been hosted by Kazhydromet since 2016 as a regional center for Central Asia.Support was also expressed for the development of multi-hazard early warning systems in the region, with a particular focus on digitalization, capacity building, and adapting alert mechanisms to regional specifics.Special attention was paid to the issue of water resources. Kazakhstan expressed its willingness to enhance cooperation in the field of hydrological monitoring and sustainable water management, including transboundary water issues.At the conclusion of the meeting, Kazakhstan invited WMO to take part in the Regional Climate Summit, planned to be held in Astana in 2026, and expressed hope for WMO’s expert support in shaping the agenda and recommendations for the event.WMO, in turn, highly appreciated Kazakhstan’s commitment to sustainable development and expressed readiness to further strengthen cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-wto/press/news/details/997849?lang=kk

Prague, 15 May 2025 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Czech Republic, Bakyt Dyussenbayev, held a meeting with the Director General of the National Library of the Czech Republic, Tomáš Foltýn.The meeting focused on prospects for the implementation of joint projects aimed at promoting Kazakh and Czech cultures and strengthening bilateral humanitarian ties. In this context, both sides expressed mutual interest in establishing institutional cooperation between the National Library of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the National Library of the Czech Republic. The cooperation is expected to include joint exhibitions, exchange of publications, digitisation of library collections, and the development of professional interaction in the field of library and information technologies.Mr Foltýn confirmed the Czech side's readiness to expand cooperation and sign the corresponding memorandum. He also informed about the planned participation of the Czech delegation in the World Library and Information Congress, which will be held in Astana from 18 to 22 August 2025, and expressed interest in continuing a substantive dialogue with Kazakhstani partners.Particular attention was paid to issues of cultural exchange in the context of the 180th anniversary of the birth of the prominent Kazakh poet and educator Abai Qunanbaiuly. In this regard, the Ambassador informed about the Embassy's plans to publish a special Czech-language edition of Abai's "Words of Edification" and proposed holding a presentation of the book at the premises of the National Library.The meeting reaffirmed the mutual interest of Kazakhstan and the Czech Republic in further expanding cultural and academic cooperation and laid the foundation for a sustainable partnership between the national libraries of the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-prague/press/news/details/997852?lang=kk

Astana, May 16, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermukhambet Konusbayev held a meeting with Hans Dewaele, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Kazakhstan International School (KIS).During the meeting, the interlocutors discussed strengthening cooperation in the field of international education, enhancing intercultural understanding, and increasing opportunities to provide quality education for the children of Kazakhstan.Representatives of KIS noted that the school provides education with high international standards through the joint efforts of foreign and local teachers.As a result of the meeting, the parties signed a memorandum of understanding and expressed their intention to further develop partnership in the field of education.KIS is a private international school teaching according to the international standards. School opened a new campus in Astana in 2024. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/997859?lang=kk

Madrid – Cádiz, May 15, 2025 – The University of Cádiz hosted a conference titled “Kazakhstan’s Role in Central Asia”, organized by the International University Centre for Eastern Europe and Central Asia.Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Spain, Danat Mussayev, addressed the event, presenting Kazakhstan’s foreign policy vision and outlining the country’s contributions to advancing global sustainability and international stability.His remarks placed particular emphasis on the upcoming Astana International Forum 2025 (AIF2025) and Kazakhstan’s proposal to establish an International Agency for Biological Safety under the auspices of the United Nations, reaffirming the country’s consistent support for multilateralism.Focusing on regional dynamics, Kazakh diplomat highlighted the growing strategic importance of Central Asia and Kazakhstan’s intent to strengthen ties with the European Union. In this context, he stressed the relevance of enhanced transport and logistics connectivity, notably Kazakhstan’s role in the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR), regarded as a key corridor linking Europe and Asia amid evolving global trade patterns.Participants of the conference acknowledged Kazakhstan’s constructive engagement in regional affairs and emphasized its standing as a trusted partner of the EU. The discussion further underlined the country’s efforts in reinforcing regional resilience and its evolving role as a responsible and recognized “middle power” in the international system.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-madrid/press/news/details/997860?lang=kk

Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov arrived in Kostanay region on a working visit. As part of the visit, the head of government visited the city of Arkalyk, where special attention was paid to the implementation of the President's instructions aimed at modernizing the transport, energy, educational and medical infrastructure.Accompanied by the Akim of the region Kumar Aksakalov, the Prime Minister inspected key facilities where active renovation and construction work is currently underway.⸻Development of transport infrastructureOne of the priority areas has become the transport connectivity of the region. An airport restoration project is being implemented in Arkalyk. It is planned to build a modern terminal, reconstruct the runway, apron and taxiway. The airport will be able to receive aircraft such as AN-24, Q400 and CRJ 200 and provide a capacity of up to 70 passengers per hour.A project for the construction of the Center-West highway, which will pass through Arkalyk and connect the capital with the Trans-Caspian international route, was also presented. This transport corridor will increase connectivity between regions and strengthen the city's logistics potential.⸻Modernization of the heat supply systemModernization of heat power facilities continues in Arkalyk. To date, 17 km of heating networks have been replaced, and another 9.9 km are planned to be updated this year. The transition from fuel oil to coal has significantly reduced costs and ensured a stable heating season without emergency shutdowns. The work is being carried out in stages in order to further reduce the wear and tear of heating networks.⸻Development of social infrastructureAs part of the national project "Comfortable School", a new general education institution for 300 students was commissioned in Arkalyk. The educational institution is equipped with a modern material and technical base: a digital library, a STEM laboratory, robotics rooms and creative studios.Plans to strengthen higher education are being implemented. Arkalyk Pedagogical University named after Ybyrai Altynsarin is expanding its infrastructure. One of the buildings is being reconstructed to create a modern educational space. The project will increase the number of students from 2.6 to 5.2 thousand, as well as expand the range of educational and scientific programs.In healthcare, a major overhaul of the maternity hospital building of the Arkalyk Regional Hospital is underway. The roof, water supply, heating, and sewerage systems are being updated, and interior finishing is being carried out. The overall readiness of the facility is 70%. After completion of all work, the maternity hospital will be equipped with new medical equipment and brought into line with modern standards.⸻Arkalyk is a city with growth potentialThe visit of the Prime Minister confirmed the attention of the Government to the development of the Turgay region. The city of Arkalyk is strengthening its position as one of the centers of infrastructural and social renewal. Consistently implemented projects create a sustainable basis for economic growth, improved quality of life and expanded opportunities for the population.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/997838?lang=kk

In the regional center of Kokshetau, construction of two new 45-apartment residential buildings is nearing completion. The buildings are located at the intersection of Vernadsky and Kapcevich streets and stand out with their unique architectural style and modern, comfortable layouts.At present, construction work has been completed, and landscaping efforts are underway. The handover of keys to new residents is expected soon.Akim of Akmola Region, Marat Akhmetzhanov, visited the construction site to inspect the progress.According to Dauren Tleuberdinov, a representative of the construction company Integra, landscaping work is currently in progress, with asphalt paving scheduled for completion by the end of the week. The complex includes both sports and children’s playgrounds.The residential complex consists of four buildings in total. Residents of the first two completed buildings expressed their gratitude to the regional akim.“The new playground is full of children all day long. The courtyard has become very beautiful and cozy,” said resident of the neighborhood, Saken Tokanov.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/997844?lang=kk

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Islamabad, May 16, 2025 — An online meeting was held between the Vice Minister of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan, H.E. Mr. Kanat Iskakov, and the Federal Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting of Pakistan, H.E. Ms. Ambreen Jan.Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Pakistan, H.E. Mr. Yerzhan Kistafin, delivered welcoming remarks, emphasizing the importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation in the field of information and media exchange. He highlighted that during the 13th session of the Kazakhstan-Pakistan Joint Intergovernmental Commission held on April 29 this year, a Memorandum of Cooperation in the field of information was signed.The parties discussed a wide range of issues, including the establishment of a correspondent office of the National Television Agency “Khabar” in Islamabad and of PTV in Astana; prospects for mutual exchange of television and media content; cooperation between music television channels; and the organization of Kazakhstan Film Days in Pakistan and Pakistan Film Days in Kazakhstan within the current year.Following the meeting, the parties agreed to expand cooperation in the field of information to ensure that the people of Kazakhstan and Pakistan have access to an accurate understanding of the current developments and existing opportunities for bilateral collaboration.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-islamabad/press/news/details/997768?lang=kk

A bright flash mob and a festive concert took place in Kostanay, dedicated to the International Family Day and the Year of Crime Prevention, declared by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The large-scale event was held under the motto: "Police on guard of law and order" and became part of the challenge "Kazakhstan without domestic violence".As Madina Valieva, Head of the Department for Combating Domestic Violence of the Department of Internal Affairs of the Kostanay Region, emphasized, the goal of the event is to form zero tolerance for domestic violence in society, strengthen family values ​​and expand interdepartmental cooperation.About 300 college students gathered in the square near the regional akimat building, lining up in a living inscription "NO VIOLENCE!" The participants waved balloons and flags, creating a bright and memorable picture that attracted the attention of city residents.Representatives of the Akimat's Department of Culture and Sports, military personnel, employees of the Department of Emergency Situations, doctors, volunteers of the search and rescue teams "Bars" and "DOS", as well as the NGO "Alliance of Women's Forces" joined the initiative.One of the highlights was the demonstration number of young karatekas from the Kostanay branch of the All-Kazakhstan Kyokushinkai Karate Organization. Their performance became a symbol of the fact that aggression can be transformed into strength, discipline and self-control.Chief sensei AISULU ABULKHANOVA noted:"Sport teaches control, discipline, respect. This is strength without aggression! Let's say NO to violence!"During the event, police officers distributed information leaflets with helpline numbers and contact information for services where you can seek help in case of domestic violence.AISULU ISMAILOVA, Chief Inspector for Women and Children Affairs of the Akim's Office of Kostanay Region, emphasized the importance of such events as a tool for education and prevention and wished all families mutual understanding, harmony and love.The event ended with a festive concert with the participation of creative groups of the city.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/997760?lang=kk