Today, a meeting on the topic “Developing local communities through the potential of non-governmental organizations” was held at the Ruhaniyat Center building with the participation of Deputy Akim of the district Dias Moldabayev.The meeting was attended by Anar Zharylqasynkyzy Izden, Chairperson of the Association of Legal Entities “Alliance of Non-Governmental Organizations of Kyzylorda Region,” the Head of the Civil Society and Youth Department of the Regional Department of Public Development, the Head of the Public Development Department of Zhalagash District, representatives of public organizations from Zhalagash and Syrdarya districts, as well as the Head of the District Department of State Revenues and chairpersons and members of non-governmental organizations of the district.The meeting was opened by Dias Asylbekuly, who emphasized the importance of civil society institutions in local development.During the meeting, several informative presentations were delivered on the formation of an anti-corruption culture, initiatives of rural NGOs, implementation of family and gender policy, increasing the financial independence of local self-government through the fourth-level budget, and the development of local community activities.Currently, 48 non-governmental organizations are registered in the Karmakshy district. In addition, 28 primary organizations of veterans’ and women’s councils operate on a voluntary basis in rural areas.Within the framework of the state social order, non-governmental organizations actively participate in addressing pressing social issues.The meeting contributed to strengthening cooperation between society and government, fostering constructive dialogue, and promoting the joint implementation of common tasks.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1165798?lang=kk

AdvertisementBeer labeling will become mandatory from February 1, 2026.According to Order No. 330-NK dated 11/22/2025 "On Amendments and additions to the Order of the Acting Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated September 27, 2024 No. 343-NK "On determining the list of goods subject to labeling", from February 1, 2026, mandatory labeling of beer and beer drinks produced in kegs and in bottles.The Department of State Revenue of the Kostanay region invites retail distributors engaged in the sale of beer and beer drinks to a meeting with the Unified Operator of the information system for labeling and traceability of goods, which will be held on 02/20/2026.At this workshop, the procedure for working in the system will be explained, as well as answers to incoming questions will be provided.Information about the time and venue will be provided additionally.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kostanay/press/news/details/1165801?lang=kk

Tolendy Kerimbekov, Ethics Commissioner of the Department of State Revenue for the Kostanay region, held a reception for citizens in the UGD of Lisakovsk.During the reception, taxpayers were able to address issues related to compliance with the standards of professional ethics, the quality of public services, as well as receive clarifications and recommendations within the competence of the Ethics Commissioner.Such receptions are aimed at ensuring the openness of government agencies, protecting taxpayers' rights, increasing trust in civil servants and preventing violations of ethical standards.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kostanay/press/news/details/1165803?lang=kk

Personal income tax deductions for employees with disabilities: What will changeStarting in 2026, equal conditions for the application of corporate income tax benefits will be established for all organizations employing people with disabilities.A single share of the wage fund for employees with disabilities will be applied — 51%.The previously effective rate of 35% for specialized organizations where people with hearing, speech, and vision disabilities work has been eliminated.The adopted amendments eliminate the selective approach to taxpayers and expand employment opportunities for people with disabilities, regardless of the organizational and legal form of the employer.At the same time, individual income tax benefits for employees with disabilities themselves have been fully preserved.The main purpose of the norm is to encourage employers to create and maintain jobs.The differentiation of social tax deductions according to personal income tax has also been introduced, depending on the disability group:previously, the total deduction limit for all working people with disabilities was 882 MCI,now this threshold has been retained for the disabled of the 3rd group,and for workers with disabilities of the 1st and 2nd groups, the amount of deductions has been increased to 5,000 MCI.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kostanay/press/news/details/1165813?lang=kk

Deadlines for submitting tax reports and paying tax payments in February 2026We remind you of the need to make payments, submit reports and submit calculations in February 2026:(D - declaration, R - calculation)By February 5thPaymentsIPN on the income of individuals engaged in private practice received in January 2026Until February 16ReportingE for a subscription bonus of f. 510.00 for the fourth quarter of 2025P according to the CPN withheld at the source of payment from the resident's income according to f.101.03 for the fourth quarter of 2025E for IPN and SN for f. 200.00 for the fourth quarter of 2025E for VAT at f. 300.00 for the fourth quarter of 2025Doctor of excise tax for f. 400.00, f. 421.00 for December 2025D for royalties, mining bonus, share of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the production division, additionalpayment of a subsurface user operating under a contract for f. 500.00 for the fourth quarter of 2025D (R) on the fulfillment of a tax obligation in kind for f. 531.00 for the fourth quarter of 2025E for the payment for the reimbursement of historical expenses for f. 560.00 for the fourth quarter of 2025 (if the payment amount exceeds 10,000 MCI) D for the rental tax on exports at f. 570.00 for the fourth quarter of 2025D according to the MET for f. 590.00 for the fourth quarter of 2025Current payments for land tax and property tax according to f.701.01 (in case of occurrence and change of tax obligations from January 1 to February 1, 2026, if the estimated amount of tax is over 300 MCI)E on gambling tax and fixed tax on f. 710.00 for the fourth quarter of 2025E for the payment for the use of the IRPI at f. 860.00 for the fourth quarter of 2025E for payment for negative environmental impact at f. 870.00 (with a payment volume of 100 MCI or more) for the fourth quarter of 2025E for the fee for digital mining at f. 880.00 for the fourth quarter of 2025UD of F. 910.00 for the second half of 2025D according to the SNR of retail tax at f. 913.00 for the fourth quarter of 2025Until February 20thPaymentsVAT in the EAEU for January 2026Excise tax for January 2026Payment for negative environmental impact (with payments of up to 100 MCI and registration of a permit in December 2025)Payment for forest use in long-term forest management for the fourth quarter of 2025Payment for the use of plant resources for the fourth quarter of 2025ReportingApplication for import of goods and payment of indirect taxes according to f. 328.00 for January 2026P of the amounts of current payments for the use of storage facilities according to F. 851.00 (if the contract is concluded from January 1 to February 20, 2025)Until February 24PaymentsPersonal income tax on the income of foreigners and stateless persons sent to the Republic of Kazakhstan by a non-resident legal entity and foreign personnel for January 2026By February 25thPaymentsCPN report for February 2026CPN, IPN withheld at the source of payments from income paid in January 2026CPN withheld at the source of payment for accrued income of non-resident legal entities in January 2026CPN (IPN) for the retail tax assessment for the fourth quarter of 2025VAT for the fourth quarter of 2025Rental tax on exports in the fourth quarter of 2025Payment for reimbursement of historical expenses in the fourth quarter of 2025 (if the payment amount exceeds 10,000 MCI)Mineral extraction tax for the fourth quarter of 2025Royalties, mining bonus, share of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the production division, additionalpayment of the subsurface user under the contract in the fourth quarter of 2025Current in-kind tax payments for the fourth quarter of 2025CH, CO for January 2026Current payments to land tax, property tax (if the estimated amount of tax is over 300 MCI)Gambling tax for the fourth quarter of 2025CPI in the amount of 1/2 of the calculated amount of taxes on income for the second half of 2025SN in the amount of 1/2 of the calculated amount of taxes minus the CO for the second half of 2025Storage usage fee (if the agreement is concluded from January 1 to February 25, 2026)Storage usage fee (if the agreement is concluded from November 26 to December 31, 2025)Storage usage fee, current paymentPayment for the use of the IRPI, current payments for the fourth quarter of 2025Payment for negative environmental impact, current payments (with a payment volume of 100 MCI or more) for the fourth quarter of 2025Payment for outdoor (visual) advertising for February 2026Fee for the use of the radio frequency spectrum paid by foreigners, stateless persons and non-resident legal entities who do not operate in the Republic of Kazakhstan and are not registered as taxpayers of the Republic of Kazakhstan upon receipt of a permit in January 2026Single payment for January 2026Digital mining fees for the fourth quarter of 2025OPV deducted from income paid to employees, individuals under GPH contracts in January 2026OPV paid in their favor by sole proprietors on ESD and on the SNR on UD, on the SNR for farms, by persons on the SNR for the self-employed, by persons engaged in private practice, according to the income received in January 2026OPV paid by the insurance company when making insurance payments in January 2026Personal income tax calculated from income paid to employees, sole proprietors, and individuals engaged in private practice for themselves in January 2026OPPO withheld from income paid to employees in January 2026CSHI deductions for income paid to employees in January 2026Contributions to the CSHI on income paid to employees and individuals under GPH contracts in January 2026Contributions to the CSHI paid in their favor by sole proprietors on ESD and on the SDRs on UD, on the SDRs for farms, by persons on the SDRs for the self-employed, by persons engaged in private practice, according to the income received in January 2026Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kostanay/press/news/details/1165818?lang=kk

Link - Newsletter - 19.02.2026Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brussels/press/news/details/1165757?lang=kk

17–18 Şubat 2026 tarihlerinde İzmir Büyükşehir Belediye Başkanı Dr. Cemil Tugay ve Türkiye Dışişleri Bakanlığı İzmir Temsilcisi Büyükelçi Yeşim Kebapçıoğlu, Kazakistan Cumhuriyeti İzmir Başkonsolosluğunu ziyaret etmiştir.Taraflar, 2026 yılına yönelik olarak Kazakistan ile Türkiye arasındaki iş birliğinin kültürel ve insani alanlar başta olmak üzere, bölgeler arası ilişkilerin geliştirilmesi ve belediyeler düzeyinde etkileşimin artırılması konularında görüş alışverişinde bulunmuştur.Başkonsolos Bauyrzhan Akatayev, 15 Mart 2026 tarihinde Kazakistan Cumhuriyeti’nin yeni Anayasası’nın kabulüne ilişkin düzenlenecek Cumhuriyet referandumu hakkında, ayrıca Ege Bölgesinde yaşayan Kazakistan Cumhuriyeti vatandaşlarının bu referanduma katılımı hakkında bilgi vermiştir.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-izmir/press/news/details/1165722?lang=kk

Strasbourg, February 19, 2026 – Ms. Anel Bakytbekkyzy, Consul General of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Strasbourg, held a meeting with Ms. Sonia Sirtori, Director of Committees of the Secretariat of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE).During the meeting, the PACE representative was briefed in detail on the progress of constitutional reform in Kazakhstan.A.Bakytbekkyzy outlined the main stages of the large-scale political transformations in our country, noting their momentous nature. A special focus was placed on the systematic renewal of the Basic Law, its adaptation to modern challenges and the strategic objectives of state development in the context of digital transformation.Thus, the draft new Constitution establishes a modern, balanced, and legally sustainable state model based on the rule of law, public accountability, and the priority of human rights.In addition, during the meeting, current political issues on the bilateral cooperation agenda between Kazakhstan and PACE were discussed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-strasbourg/press/news/details/1165724?lang=kk

Riyadh, February 15, 2026 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Madiyar Menilbekov held negotiations with the Deputy Minister of Economy and Planning of the Kingdom for International Economic Affairs Rakan Tarabzoni.During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for bilateral economic cooperation, including joint initiatives, development of trade ties, as well as opportunities to strengthen partnership in the fields of infrastructure and innovation.The parties expressed mutual interest in intensifying dialogue between the economic authorities of the two countries and implementing projects contributing to the development of trade and investment.Following the meeting, an agreement was reached to further strengthen Kazakh-Saudi economic ties.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-riyadh/press/news/details/1165729?lang=kk

Riyadh, February 15, 2026 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Madiyar Menilbekov held a meeting with the President of the General Authority of Civil Aviation Abdulaziz Al-Duailej.During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for strengthening bilateral cooperation in the field of civil aviation. Particular attention was given to increasing flight frequencies, launching additional direct flights, and enhancing cooperation between the aviation authorities of Kazakhstan and Saudi Arabia.The parties emphasized the importance of creating favorable conditions for air carriers and passengers and reaffirmed their mutual interest in further advancing the Kazakh-Saudi partnership.Following the talks, an agreement was reached to intensify bilateral dialogue between the aviation authorities of the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-riyadh/press/news/details/1165731?lang=kk

Nairobi, 19 February 2026 – a meeting was held at UN Environment headquarters between the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Kenya and Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the UN Office at Nairobi, Barlybay Sadykov, and the Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Ms. Inger Andersen.During the meeting, the parties discussed current issues of Kazakhstan's interaction with UNEP, plans for developing cooperation in the field of the environment, as well as UNEP's participation in the Regional Environmental Summit, which will be held in Astana on April 22-24, 2026.In addition, special attention was paid to the initiative to create an International Water Organization within the UN structure, proposed by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan K. Tokayev in December 2025 during his participation in the forum dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust.Ms. I. Andersen highly praised Kazakhstan's efforts and initiatives to address environmental issues, expressed gratitude for Kazakhstan's support of UNEP's activities, and assured that UNEP is ready to provide expert assistance in implementing Kazakhstan's initiatives and projects in the field of ecology and sustainable development.Following the meeting, an agreement was reached to continue cooperation on issues of mutual interest in the environmental field, support for the implementation of environmental projects, and the holding of events at various levels. A willingness was also expressed to consider further joint measures to expand Kazakhstan's cooperation with the UN Environment Programme. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-nairobi/press/news/details/1165711?lang=kk

Today, the opening ceremony of the Orhun Medical Center was held in Kyzylorda with the participation of the regional governor Nurlybek Nalibayev, Minister of Health Akmaral Alnazarova, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Alibek Kuantyrov, deputies of the Mazhilis of Parliament Murat Abenov, Markhabat Zhaimbetov, Murat Ergeshbayev, first heads of law enforcement agencies, deputies of the regional maslikhat, representatives of the intelligentsia, and veterans. In his speech, the head of the region highlighted the region's achievements in the field of healthcare. "Our head of state, Kassym-Jomart Kemelovich, has always paid special attention to the sector, saying, "If the nation is healthy, society will develop sustainably." In the Syr region, comprehensive measures are being taken to increase the population's access to medical services and further improve infrastructure. Today, we are gathered with you at the opening of the Orhun Medical Center, a facility of great importance for our region. The main focus of the center is high-tech diagnostics, combining positron emission tomography and computed tomography. This project, worth 4 billion tenge, will allow for early detection of oncological diseases, assessment of the prevalence of the disease, and monitoring of the effectiveness of treatment. Our residents will now receive quality medical services locally, without having to travel to Astana, Almaty, or abroad. We believe that the doctors of the medical center, which will be donated to the benefit of the country, will serve visitors, cure the patient's illness, bring peace of mind, and will be popular with the people. May your work, which you do day and night, regardless of time, in a highly responsible field, be successful and your status will be high! ”- said N. Nalibayev. Akmaral Alnazarova and Alibek Kuantyrov delivered speeches at the opening ceremony, and industry veteran Abdulla Shulenbayev blessed the event. Citizens who contributed to the development of the region's healthcare sector were awarded letters of gratitude from the regional akim. It is worth noting that the annual design capacity of the medical center is quite high. It will perform 3,500 positron emission tomography and computed tomography examinations per year. In addition, it has the capacity to perform 16,000 magnetic resonance imaging, 20,000 computed tomography, 25,000 X-ray examinations, and 10,000 mammograms. ​The center in Kyzylorda is the second stage of Orhun Medical's project aimed at developing high-tech oncological care in the regions of Kazakhstan. It also serves residents of Ulytau, Turkestan, and Aktobe. In the first stage, a similar center was launched in Aktau. Research is carried out within the framework of the guaranteed volume of free medical care. In addition, the medical center will offer MRI, CT, X-ray, mammography, ultrasound diagnostics, consultations with specialized specialists, laboratory tests, and operating rooms. @Press service of the Akim of Kyzylorda region

Today, the foundation stone of a clinic for 500 visitors was laid on the left bank of the Kyzylorda city with the participation of the regional governor Nurlybek Nalibayev, Minister of Health Akmaral Alnazarova, deputies of the Majilis of Parliament Murat Abenov, Markhabat Zhaimbetov, Murat Ergeshbayev, first heads of law enforcement agencies, maslikhat deputies, representatives of the intelligentsia, and elders. The head of the region noted that the new facility, the construction of which has begun in accordance with the demands of residents of the left bank, will increase the population's access to medical services. "With the special support of our President and Government, and thanks to the strong unity of our compatriots, serious initiatives are being taken and innovative projects are being implemented in the Syr region. Measures to further improve the healthcare infrastructure are being carried out in a comprehensive manner. In 2022-2025, 50 billion. 100 million tenge were allocated to the sector, 40 medical facilities were built and put into operation for 26 billion. 400 million tenge. The national project "Modernization of Rural Healthcare" has been fully implemented according to the established plan, and 28 facilities built for 10 billion 700 million tenge are serving the people. May the newly built clinic become a place of warmth for those seeking healing! Happy Ramadan to all of us! May your fasts be accepted! ”said Nurlybek Nalibayev. At the ceremony, Akmaral Sharipbaykyzy and Murat Nalkozhauly delivered congratulatory speeches, and Honored Doctor of Kazakhstan Asylbek Tokmyrzauly gave a blessing. It is worth noting that the 500-bed polyclinic to be built on the left bank will be a multidisciplinary institution that will provide outpatient, diagnostic, and day hospital medical services to the population. It will include general and obstetric-gynecological registration, pediatrics, specialized and emergency medical care, prevention, and school medicine departments. In addition, the facility will be fully equipped with a 50-bed day hospital, a drug supply department, central sterilization, laundry, medical waste storage, classrooms, a 50-seat auditorium, a 200-seat conference hall, and engineering and technical infrastructure. @Press service of the Akim of Kyzylorda region

Today, the groundbreaking ceremony for a new 400-bed polyclinic in Titov village was held with the special participation of the regional governor Nurlybek Nalibayev, the Minister of Health Akmaral Alnazarova, deputies of the Majilis of Parliament Murat Abenov, Markhabat Zhaimbetov, Murat Ergeshbayev, the first heads of law enforcement agencies, maslikhat deputies, representatives of the intelligentsia, and elders. The head of the region congratulated the audience on the start of construction of the new facility and noted the work done in the field of health. "The most important wealth of the state is people, and the basis of wealth in a person is health. Good health is the foundation of the development and prosperity of the state." One of the priorities of our President in social policy is to provide affordable and high-quality medical services to the population. Today we are at the beginning of a very important, historic moment for the city of Kyzylorda, including more than 40 thousand residents of the Titov microdistrict. We gathered to witness the groundbreaking ceremony of the new building of the city polyclinic No. 5, designed for 400 visitors per shift. The total cost of the new polyclinic, which will be built for 9 billion 823 million tenge, will cover an area of 9 thousand square meters and will be equipped with high-quality technologies in accordance with modern requirements. "This is state support aimed at preserving the lives of mothers and children and improving the health of our precious elderly. In the future, comprehensive work to improve the quality of life of the region's population will continue," said N. Nalibayev. At the event, Akmaral Sharipbaykyzy and Markhabat Zhaiymbetuly delivered congratulatory speeches, and Turganbay Mahanuly, an honored citizen of the Kyzylorda region, gave a blessing. It is worth noting that in 2022-2025, 40 medical facilities were built and put into operation in the region for 26 billion 400 million tenge. Under the national project "Modernization of Rural Healthcare", 28 facilities, which were built for 10 billion 700 million tenge, have now become a public good. In addition, 6 projects were implemented for 9 billion 900 million tenge to provide emergency medical care to rural residents. Additional buildings were built near the Aral, Kazaly, Shieli, and Zhanakorgan district multidisciplinary hospitals, and new buildings were built for infectious disease departments in Shieli and Aral districts. A 15-bed rural hospital and outpatient clinic were commissioned in the village of Tomenaryk in the Zhanakorgan district, a 40-bed rural hospital and a regional blood center in the village of Seksaul in the Aral district, using the local budget. Press service of the Akim of Kyzylorda region

Today, the Minister of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan Akmaral Alnazarova, deputies of the Majilis of Parliament Markhabat Zhaimbetov, Murat Ergeshbayev, and the first deputy akim of the region Daniyar Zhanalinov got acquainted with the work of the "Kamkorlyk" early intervention center and the infectious diseases hospital. About 20 thousand babies are born in the region every year, and the number of children under 18 years old reaches 322 thousand. In order to increase the availability of rehabilitation services for children, the "Kamkorlyk" center was opened in 2022. 205.6 million tenge was allocated for it from the local budget, and 103.4 million tenge was allocated from Samruk-Kazyna JSC and the "Kamkorlyk" fund to purchase equipment and improve the skills of specialists. Over the four years since the center opened, about 6,000 children have received rehabilitation services. They have developed motor and speech skills and successfully completed important stages of social adaptation. Children are provided with medical and pedagogical assistance here. In particular, medical rehabilitation, therapeutic physical education, physiotherapy, speech therapy and defectology support, as well as occupational therapy. The regional infectious diseases hospital underwent a comprehensive overhaul in 2024 and was fully commissioned at the end of last year. 1.6 billion tenge was allocated from the local budget for the overhaul. Today, the renovated departments are highly appreciated by patients and medical workers. Over the past three years, 590,840,153 tenge have been allocated to strengthen the material and technical base of the hospital, 2 vehicles have been purchased for 49 million tenge. Last year, the clinical pharmacology and hospital pharmacy departments were opened and equipped with modern equipment. In the future, it is planned to launch a physiotherapy treatment department and improve the qualifications of medical workers abroad. @Press service of the Akim of Kyzylorda region

Today, the regional governor Nurlybek Nalibayev, the Minister of Health Akmaral Alnazarova, and deputies of the Majilis of Parliament Murat Abenov, Markhabat Zhaimbetov, and Murat Ergeshbayev visited the construction site of a 300-bed multidisciplinary hospital (with an oncology department) with a clinic that can accommodate 100 visitors per shift and got acquainted with the progress of work. A very important social facility for the residents of the region is being built on the instructions of the Head of State. The hospital is designed taking into account modern technical solutions and will be equipped with the most advanced technology. High-tech innovations that meet modern standards in diagnostics and treatment will be introduced, which will increase the quality and accessibility of medical care. Thus, a modern medical complex will appear in Kyzylorda, which will be in no way inferior to foreign clinics. The project, undertaken by the Meliorator partnership, has been allocated 36 billion 416 million tenge. This is one of the largest projects in the region, meeting international standards. The area is 57 thousand square meters, located on 7 hectares. The facility consists of 10 blocks: a clinic, a boarding house, a conference hall, a dining room, physiotherapy, a reception area, administration, intensive care, chemotherapy and radiotherapy, and an operating room. During the construction of the building, the construction of which began two years ago, 21 billion tenge has been spent so far, and 70 percent of the work has been completed. The remaining 16 billion tenge has been allocated this year from the republican and regional budgets. Currently, concrete work is fully completed, and bricklaying is almost complete. Soon, the builders will install windows and begin the facade. In addition, heating pipes are being installed and connected to the necessary nodes. The electrical network has been laid and distribution points have been prepared. Construction is underway according to schedule. According to the plan, the project will be switched to an enhanced operating mode and the equipment will be installed and put into operation by the end of the year. Today, there are about 200 people and 15 pieces of equipment at the construction site. There is enough material for the gas pipeline and engineering systems. It is worth noting that, in accordance with the instructions of the Head of State, it is planned to build modern perinatal centers in 12 regions. Today, the foundation stone of a 200-bed perinatal center, which will introduce international experience and advanced medical technologies, was laid in the city of Kyzylorda. A 2.7-hectare plot of land has been allocated for the facility, and 48.8 billion tenge has been allocated for its construction. Press service of the Akim of Kyzylorda region

Dear compatriots!Continuing its mission to promote the Kazakh language, the Otandastar Foundation will launch a new series of free online Kazakh language courses starting in March 2026!Language is not only a mirror of the nation but also a tool to better understand your own history. This course will help expand your cultural and linguistic horizons. Eligibility Criteria for Participants:Ethnic Kazakhs living abroad, former compatriots, or citizens of Kazakhstan residing abroad;No age restrictions;Interest in learning and developing Kazakh language skills;Ability to attend online classes regularly;Basic equipment: a computer or smartphone with internet access. Course Benefits:Language Proficiency:Develop skills in speaking, writing, and understanding Kazakh fluently;Learning the language opens new opportunities in government, business, and cultural events.Creating a Language Environment:The online courses comprehensively develop listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills.Certification Opportunity:Participants who complete the course will receive a certificate by meeting the following requirements:Complete all lessons:      – Attend all lessons;       – Complete assignments and pass tests.Pass a final exam or test:           – A final exam or test will be conducted to assess overall knowledge;  – Oral or written tasks may be required.Show active participation:         – Certificates will be awarded to those who attend regularly and actively participate in classes.Cultural Enrichment:In addition to language, participants will have the opportunity to learn about Kazakh culture and traditions.Boosting Confidence:As participants improve their language skills, they will gain confidence in expressing themselves in new environments. Why This Course?Interactive lessons designed for you;  Engaging video materials and literary works. How to Enroll?The online Kazakh language course is offered in A1, A2, B1, and B2 levels for Turkish-speaking and Russian-speaking audiences.             To register and join the course, take a placement test using the links below:Test in Russian:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHSwC1Bh7oodrUEqaCIVwPXmIlR4yGaMOZa2JjlKkVrwQG6Q/viewform?usp=dialogTest in Turkish:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScoCUYTiYCmNHLKhoGF12NZ00La_c_xHs51ZX8LP31pJrjjSQ/viewform?usp=dialogFor Turkish- and Russian-speaking participants:Score up to 25 points — Group A1Score up to 50 points — Group A2Score up to 75 points — Group B1Score above 75 points — please join Group B2 For Turkish-speaking participants – WhatsApp groups:A1: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LjaLJXMkz8d4G9MuMF3uUyA2: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Eo9wP7FYd7YLqnBEPDEw4nB1: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JlVlOJjHNZhLsZK2gaeX4HB2: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JOkqN6WOmRxCnWg96G5X81 For Russian-speaking participants – Telegram groups:A1: https://t.me/+TmqhiKZHeVJiOWEyA2: https://t.me/+erC61FUMki00YTAyB1: https://t.me/+tbNy0C7bOoNlNDA6B2: https://t.me/+A3V_axFsPp40ZmM6 Once you join the WhatsApp group, please wait for the instructor’s guidelines. The instructor will send the schedule after all participants complete the placement test. The online Kazakh language course is scheduled to begin in March 2026.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-dubai/press/news/details/1165863?lang=kk

Minister of Trade and Integration Arman Shakkaliyev visited the "Turksib" market in Almaty, where he familiarized himself with the progress of work on the expanded supply of socially significant food products and measures to stabilize prices. The visit took place against the backdrop of systematic work to provide city residents with affordable and high-quality food.Today, the "Turksib" market demonstrates stable growth dynamics in volumes. According to information from local executive bodies, direct meat supplies from farmers have been doubled here this year. If previously 230–250 carcasses were delivered to the market monthly, the current volume exceeds 500 carcasses per month. Expanding direct contracts with producers has allowed for an increase in supply and created real conditions for containing prices on meat products. The market has been fully modernized and meets modern trade and sanitary safety requirements. Its territory houses its own modern veterinary and sanitary laboratory, where daily product quality control is conducted. Specialized industrial-type refrigeration and freezing chambers are equipped for storing goods, ensuring compliance with all necessary temperature regimes. A separate initiative has been the organization of a special trading platform where socially significant food products are supplied directly from farmers in the Almaty region, Zhetysu region, East Kazakhstan, Pavlodar, Turkestan regions, as well as from abroad. A separate parking zone for trucks has been provided, which significantly simplifies logistics and allows for timely replenishment of the assortment, including during the off-season."A set of measures is being taken to curb prices and prevent unjustified increases in the cost of products in order to reduce inflation to an economically justified level. All available mechanisms are being used to ensure price stability and food accessibility for the population," noted Arman Shakkaliyev.  Since the beginning of 2026, the consumer price index for socially significant food products in Almaty has been 0.2%. For further price stabilization, the city akimat (administration) is implementing a set of measures. Within the framework of "revolving" loans and "forward" contracts, supplies of 26 thousand tons of products have been secured, including vegetables, rice, chicken meat, eggs, and sugar. Additionally, an increase in volumes is being worked out through the allocated 8 billion tenge, which will allow for expanding the supply of dairy, meat, and grocery products, as well as organizing off-season supplies of early vegetables from the Turkestan region and Central Asian countries. The format of "weekend" fairs is actively developing: by the end of 2026, it is planned to hold over a thousand fairs, 2.5 times more than the previous year. Modernization of existing social pavilions, expansion of their areas, and opening of new retail outlets are planned to improve product accessibility for the population. As part of state control since the beginning of the year, meetings of the regional commission have been held, administrative protocols have been drawn up, and fines have been imposed for exceeding the maximum 15% trade markup on socially significant goods. Inspections continue at food markets, convenience stores, and vegetable pavilions, while explanatory work among entrepreneurs has been intensified.For reference: The "Turksib" market, the total area of the trading complex is 6.9 hectares, the area of the trading building is 14,700 sq. m. It houses 741 trading places and is equipped with a parking lot of 20,625 sq. m for 1,650 cars. It represents a fully modernized, modern trading platform focused on providing residents of Almaty with quality food products and consumer goods at affordable prices.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1165702?lang=kk

A meeting was held in Shymkent to explain the draft New Constitution with representatives of the agricultural sector. During the event, the content and significance of the proposed constitutional changes were discussed in detail. Nurzhan Zhaksylykov, a senior lecturer in the law sector at Miras University, Candidate of Legal Sciences, participated in the meeting as a special speaker and focused on the main differences between the Constitution adopted in 1995 and the draft of the new edition. The Speaker highlighted several important areas of the reforms proposed for the referendum. According to him, one of the main changes is the clarification of historical and legal values in the introductory part of the Constitution. The new edition gives priority to the principles of law and order, justice, and clearly reflects the historical foundations and strategic positions of the state. Nurzhan Zhaksylykov also touched upon changes in the public administration system. According to him, modern technological development and the complexity of legal relations require the prompt adoption of legislative decisions. In this regard, proposals are being considered to improve the structure of the Parliament and optimize the lawmaking process. During the meeting, innovations in the electoral system were also discussed. According to the speaker, the new project will strengthen the role of political parties and improve competition mechanisms. This will increase the transparency of political processes and contribute to strengthening public accountability. In conclusion, the lawyer noted that every civil servant has a special responsibility in the formation of a Just Kazakhstan. He emphasized the need to be guided by regulatory legal acts when making state decisions, and noted that adherence to the principle of legality is the main condition for increasing public trust. About 50 representatives of the agricultural and veterinary sectors attended the event and asked questions that concerned them. At the end of the meeting, the participants discussed the practical significance of the constitutional amendments and expressed their support for initiatives aimed at the sustainable development of the country and the creation of a just society.

The Chairman of the Shymkent City Maslikhat, Bakhadyr Narymbetov, held a meeting with residents of the Al-Farabi district. Bakhadyr Madeliuly began his report by explaining the main directions of the draft New Constitution. According to him, the new version places special emphasis on education and science, and human capital is identified as the main factor in the development of the state. At the same time, it is clearly stated that land and subsoil belong to the people, and the effective use of natural resources for the benefit of society is established as one of the main tasks of the state. According to the Chairman of the Maslikhat, these changes will strengthen democratic processes and contribute to increasing the socio-political activity of citizens. At the meeting, the district akim Maratbek Myktybekov focused on the work done last year. According to him, 38 children's playgrounds and 2 sports fields were improved within the framework of the "Budget with People's Participation" project. 931 multi-storey residential buildings in the district are combined into 628 courtyards. At the end of the meeting, the chairman of the maslikhat and the district akim answered questions from residents and listened to their suggestions and opinions. The meeting was held in an open dialogue format, and the issues raised by residents were taken into account.