Astana, Kazakhstan – May 29, 2025 – The Astana International Forum (AIF) 2025 opened today with a high-level ceremony that set the stage for two days of strategic dialogue and cross-border collaboration. Held under the auspices of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan, this year’s Forum gathers global leaders to address some of the world’s most urgent challenges under the theme “Connecting Minds, Shaping the Future.”In his opening remarks, President Tokayev emphasized the urgency of restoring multilateralism in an increasingly fragmented world: “The post-war global order is fragmenting. Protectionism is rising. Multilateralism is faltering. In this emerging disorder, the task before us is clear: to preserve cooperation where it still exists, and to restore it where it has broken down... That’s what we in Kazakhstan strongly pursue: ‘The unity in diversity’.”The Forum welcomed several high-profile speakers, including Rwandan President Paul Kagame, North Macedonian President Gordana Siljanovska Davkova, Council of Europe Secretary General Alain Berset, Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Director-General Qu Dongyu, and Ban Ki-moon, Chair of the Global Green Growth Institute and former UN Secretary-General. The session was moderated by Julia Chatterley, anchor and correspondent for CNN International.Reflecting on the progress that Kazakhstan has made, President Kagame noted that “Kazakhstan’s prosperity is the reflection of its leadership, resilience and its people.”President Siljanovska Davkova addressed how to resolve current global crises, stressing that, “We need to use the collective wisdom and experience to think fast, or faster, in order to cope with the pressing challenges of our time.”Alain Berset emphasized democratic values as central to global security, stating: “We gather here... to discuss security, energy, climate, and the economy. But let us be honest, these cannot be secured if democracy fails.”Meanwhile, Ban Ki-moon praised Kazakhstan’s role as a convener: “This year's theme reflects the kind of leadership we need today. One that is collaborative, forward-looking, and rooted in shared responsibility.”Qu Dongyu highlighted the role of Central Asia and Kazakhstan in ensuring global food security. “Central Asia stands at the crossroad geopolitically, economically, and climatically,” he said, adding: “Kazakhstan’s territory is 2,800 square kilometres. With proper management, investments and new technologies - Kazakhstan can easily feed 1 billion people worldwide.”The agenda featured action-oriented sessions on climate change, energy security, and conflict resolution. In a one-on-one with journalist Tony Barber, former Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz welcomed growing attention to Central Asia: “Europe is now seeing the need for deeper cooperation with this part of the world.”UN-backed discussions were a highlight of the Forum, with the organization serving as a strategic partner. Sessions marked the UN’s 80th anniversary and addressed priorities like the Pact for the Future, migration, and water security. A standout was a conversation between CNN’s Max Foster and Amy E. Pope, Director-General of the International Organization for Migration (IOM), on migration’s role in sustainable development.As day one concluded, AIF reaffirmed its mission to elevate the role of middle powers, reinforce the value of multilateralism, and accelerate practical global solutions. Day two will continue to foster partnerships and dialogue that aim to shape a more stable, inclusive, and interconnected world.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-kuala-lumpur/press/news/details/1007716?lang=kk

 Accumulated net investment income of Kazakhstanis reached KZT 11.59 trillion  The net investment income accumulated since 2014 (after the consolidation of pension assets in the UAPF) as of May 1, 2025 amounted to KZT11.59 trillion. Taking into account the benefits paid, the share of accumulated net investment income in the total amount of pension savings of Kazakhstanis as of 01.05.2025 is 39.8%.Thus, investment income forms a significant share in the pension savings of citizens. Over the past 10 years, there has been a significant increase in the efficiency of investing pension funds, which makes it possible to significantly increase the amount of savings of contributors (beneficiaries).Let us remind you that pension savings in Kazakhstan are a strategic long-term investment tool aimed at ensuring the financial stability of citizens during retirement. Thanks to a flexible investment policy and asset diversification, the country's pension system demonstrates long-term sustainable growth and protection from inflation risks. Thus, the profitability of pension assets for individual short-term periods of time is not an indicator of the effectiveness of their management, since income in the form of remuneration for financial instruments and other transactions accrued over a short period of time does not always cover fluctuations in the value of securities and exchange rates for a given period. Therefore, it is advisable to make an objective analysis of the amount of investment income for a period of at least one year.In the context of a constantly changing economic environment, the return on pension assets managed by the NBRK and formed through compulsory, compulsory occupational and voluntary contributions, for the last 12 months as of May 1, 2025, distributed to the accounts of contributors (beneficiaries), amounted to 13.35% with inflation at the rate of 10.70%. The return on pension assets for the same period due to mandatory pension contributions of the employer amounted to 9.03%.In the medium and long term, a positive real (exceeding accumulated inflation) return on pension savings is ensured. Thus, the accumulated investment return from the inception of the funded pension system in 1998 until May 1, 2025, with a cumulative total, amounted to 968.60% with inflation for the entire period of 875.10%.We also remind you that Kazakhstan has a unique guarantee of the safety of compulsory pension contributions, taking into account the inflation rate. In cases of a decrease in profitability in a particular period, which affected the contributor’s accumulated profitability upon the occurrence of the right to benefit payments, compensation for the difference is guaranteed by the state.The entire system of investment management and accounting of pension assets is transparent: each contributor has the opportunity to see their investment income in their personal account on the website enpf.kz or in the mobile application.Information on investment management of UAPF pension assets and on financial instruments in which UAPF pension assets are placed is published on the official website of UAPF (www.enpf.kz) in the section "Statistics and Analytics/Investment Management of Pension Assets".  UAPF was founded on August 22, 2013 on the basis of GNPF APF JSC. The founder and shareholder of the UAPF is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan represented by the State Institution Committee of State Property and Privatization of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Trust management of UAPF pension assets is carried out by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In accordance with the pension legislation, the UAPF attracts compulsory pension contributions, employer’s compulsory pension contributions, compulsory occupational pension contributions, voluntary pension contributions, as well as carries out enrollment and accounting of voluntary pension contributions formed at the expense of the unclaimed amount of guaranteed compensation for the guaranteed deposit, transferred by the organization carrying out mandatory guarantee of deposits, in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On mandatory guarantee of deposits placed in second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan", ensures the implementation of pension benefits. The Fund also carries out accounting of target assets and target requirements, accounting and crediting of target savings (TS) to target savings accounts, payments of TS to their recipients in bank accounts, accounting for returns of TS in the manner determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the National Fund for Children program (More details at www.enpf.kz)  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay-audany/press/news/details/1018840?lang=kk

In the eGov Mobile application, Kazakhstanis can now receive information about the establishment of custody of adult incapacitated citizens, NUR reports.KZ with reference to the Ministry of Labor.Information was published on the website of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population that information about the establishment of custody of adult incapacitated citizens is in the "Digital Documents" section of the eGov Mobile application."The document is generated automatically based on data from the information system of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Kazakhstan, which records all registered guardians and guardians, as well as their wards," the department said.The document contains the following information:IIN;FCs;date of birth of the guardian and ward;the number and date of the order of the local executive body;the "Valid as of the date" field.The document can be presented when receiving services and contacting various organizations.It was recently reported that the digital pet passport is now available to Kazakhstanis in the eGov mobile mobile application.It has also become possible to apply for admission to military universities in the country online through eGov. The service was developed with the support of KomiSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-samar-palatcy/press/news/details/1007717?lang=kk

On May 29, 2025, Aliya Amanzhulova, Head of the Department of Justice, took part in the panel session "Intellectual Property in the Era of Artificial Intelligence" at the Astana International Forum. Press ServiceDepartment of JusticeKostanay region  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet-kst/press/news/details/1007690?lang=kk

Another important document has become available in eGov Mobile. In the eGov Mobile application, Kazakhstanis can now receive information about the establishment of custody of adult incapacitated citizens, NUR reports.KZ with reference to the Ministry of Labor. Information was published on the website of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population that information about the establishment of custody of adult incapacitated citizens is in the "Digital Documents" section of the eGov Mobile application. "The document is generated automatically based on data from the information system of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Kazakhstan, which records all registered guardians and guardians, as well as their wards," the department said. The document contains the following information: IIN; FCs; date of birth of the guardian and ward; the number and date of the order of the local executive body; the "Valid as of the date" field. The document can be presented when receiving services and contacting various organizations. It was recently reported that the digital pet passport is now available to Kazakhstanis in the eGov mobile mobile application.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-samar-bastaushy/press/news/details/1007681?lang=kk

Astana, May 28, 2025 – The meeting focused on potential areas of cooperation in geological exploration, mining and the processing of metals.The President was informed about the launch of large-scale geological exploration activities in the Chu-Sarysu copper basin in Kazakhstan. Ivanhoe Mines had earlier announced an initial investment of 18.7 million dollars for subsurface exploration in this area, with plans to increase the total investment to 115 million dollars over the next four years.Robert Friedland stated that the project will involve the use of advanced airborne geophysical technologies and digital data analysis. According to him, the implementation of this project — one of the largest copper exploration initiatives in Kazakhstan’s history — opens new prospects for global copper production.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-ottawa/press/news/details/1007618?lang=kk

Париж, 29 мая 2025 года – Делегация Республики Казахстан приняла участие в 92-сессии Всемирной организации здоровья животных (ВОЗЖ).Участники из 183 государств-членов организации обсудили вопросы совершенствования процесса вакцинации животных, мер по защите диких животных, обеспечения устойчивости противомикробных препаратов. В рамках заседания прошел инновационный форум по охране здоровья животных, посвященный развитию стратегий борьбы с болезнями животных.Казахстанскую делегацию на мероприятии возглавил Вице-министр сельского хозяйства Амангалий Бердалин.На встрече с Генеральным директором ВОЗЖ Эммануэль Субейран А. Бердалин отметил, что Казахстан глубоко разделяет приоритеты нового Стратегического плана ВОЗЖ, твёрдо привержен стандартам и рекомендациям организации. Также отмечено, что ВОЗЖ играет ключевую роль для обеспечения безопасной торговли товарами животного происхождения, устойчивого животноводства и недопущения трансграничных угроз.Э. Субейран поблагодарила казахскую сторону за активное участие в работе ВОЗЖ и подтвердила готовность продолжить тесное взаимодействие.Также при поддержке Постоянного представительства Казахстана при международных организациях в Париже А. Бердалин провел ряд двусторонних встреч с представителями государств-членов ВОЗЖ, в т.ч. с представителями ЕС, Турции, Японии, США и др.ВОЗЖ является межправительственной организацией, чья деятельность направлена на сбор и распространение качественной информации о болезнях животных и принятии действенных мер для охраны здоровой и безопасной среды для человека и животного мира.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-unesco/press/news/details/1007620?lang=kk

New Delhi, 29 May 2025 – During an official ceremony at the “Rashtrapati Bhavan” Presidential Palace in New Delhi, Azamat Yeskarayev presented his credentials to the President of India Draupadi Murmu, accrediting him as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of India.During the bilateral meeting followed the official ceremony, the Kazakh Yeskarayev conveyed warm greetings and best wishes to the President and the people of India on behalf of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan K.Tokayev, and the people of Kazakhstan. The traditionally friendly nature of Kazakh-Indian relations, the high level of mutual understanding and the focus on the further development of strategic partnership were emphasized.Ambassador Yeskarayev expressed his readiness to make every effort to deepen political dialogue and to expand trade, economic, cultural, humanitarian, and academic cooperation between Kazakhstan and India.President Murmu warmly welcomed the new Ambassador, wished him success in his diplomatic mission, and expressed confidence in the continued strengthening of bilateral ties between India and Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-delhi/press/news/details/1007629?lang=kk

Brasília, July 28, 2026 – A meeting was held at the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan between Ambassador Bolat Nussupov and the Honorary Consul of Kazakhstan to Peru, Mr. Fredy Saravia.During the meeting, the parties discussed the expansion of political dialogue, trade, economic and cultural cooperation between Kazakhstan and Peru, as well as the organization of joint activities.The Ambassador of Kazakstan briefed the Honorary Consul on the countriy's ongoning large-scale political reforms including the entry into force of the new Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan on July 1, 2026, the upcoming elections of deputies to the unicameral Kurultai, and the formation of the Kazakhsytan People's Council.For his part, Mr. Fredy Saravia presented a report on his efforts to promote bilateral cooperation and consular matters, including the protection of the rights and interests of Kazakh citizens residing or staying in Peru. During the meeting, the Honorary Consul received a number of recommendations and assignments.At the conclusion of the meeting, after congratulating his counterpart on Peru's National Day – Independence Day, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan expressed his gratitude for the successful cooperation and presented him with a Certificate of Appreciation from the Embassy in recognition of his contribution to strengthening and expanding bilateral relations between Kazakhstan and Peru.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brazil/press/news/details/1265674?lang=ru

On May 28-29, 2025, Deputy Head of the Department B.S. Kashirbekov took part in the 13th Kazakhstan International Conference and Exhibition on Occupational Safety and Industrial Safety "KIOSH", which was held at the EXPO IEC in Astana. Conference topics: "The future of occupational safety and industrial safety: strategies, trends and innovative solutions", "Transformation of safety – from control to culture".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-enbek/press/news/details/1007650?lang=kk

KazAID meeting at the headquarters of JICA28 May 2025, Tokyo - Chairman of the Board of the Kazakhstan International Development of Agency ‘KazAID’ A. Arystanov held a meeting at the headquarters of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). The meeting was held with Senior Vice President S. Imoto and Director of the Department of East Asia, Central Asia and Caucasus countries M. Hirosawa in the framework of his visit to participate in the international conference for Asian countries and the forum of the JICA Alumni Association, timed to coincide with the EXPO.During the meeting, the parties appreciated the achievements in strengthening cooperation between the two agencies and organising joint development projects. This year KazAID in cooperation with JICA organised a seminar on risk management with the participation of representatives of Central Asian and Caucasus countries together with the World Customs Organisation (WCO) and the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Last year, the agencies organised workshops on seismic resilience in cooperation with the Centre for Emergency Situations and Disaster Risk Reduction for Central Asia and the Caucasus in Almaty, and on entrepreneurship support in Bukhara, Uzbekistan.JICA is actively involved in capacity building of KazAID and implements joint projects to share experience and knowledge in the field of development. Such Japanese contribution strengthens bilateral relations and joint efforts to improve integration processes in the ‘CA+Japan’ format. The close interaction between KazAID and JICA is another contribution to South-South cooperation in various formats.Following the results of the meeting, the parties confirmed their intention to continue co-operation aimed at sustainable development of the region, expressed interest in exchange of experience and implementation of joint projects.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazaid/press/news/details/1007666?lang=kk

Amman, May 29, 2025 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan H.E. Mr. Talgat Shaldanbay held a meeting with Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply of Jordan H.E. Mr. Yarub Al-Quda.The main focus of the conversation was paid to practical issues of developing Kazakhstan-Jordanian trade and economic cooperation, including increasing trade turnover, logistical aspects, and promoting Kazakhstani products to the Jordanian market. They also discussed the implementation of current initiatives in agriculture, energy and pharmaceutics, which are being studied jointly by the relevant departments in both countries.In this context, the Ambassador expressed gratitude to the Minister for setting up the Kazakhstan-Jordan Working Group on exporting Kazakh wheat, and emphasized the importance of intensifying its work and holding a meeting in Astana.Both parties acknowledged the productive collaboration between their respective ministries and sectoral organizations, and reaffirmed their commitment to further expanding their partnership in the agro-industrial sector and the exchange of industrial products.One of the key points of the meeting was the preparation for the Kazakhstan-Jordan Business Forum which is scheduled to take place in Astana in August 2025. The Ambassador emphasized the importance of determining in advance the responsible representatives from the Jordanian side and initiating the formation of a delegation that would include both officials and representatives of the business community and industry associations.Minister Yarub Al-Quda confirmed their interest in hosting the Business Forum and expressed readiness to provide organizational support and coordinate with the relevant Jordanian parties. Noting the special importance of sustainable business dialogue for strengthening economic ties between the two countries, the Minister thanked the Ambassador for the significant activation of bilateral cooperation.Following the meeting, the parties agreed to maintain active working contacts and continue coordination in all areas discussed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-amman/press/news/details/1007606?lang=kk

On May 29, the Astana 2025 International Forum began its work in Astana with the participation of Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.The event is attended by representatives from more than 70 countries around the world. The forum is held under the theme "Connecting minds, shaping the future." The list of visitors includes heads of delegations and heads of companies, accompanying persons and over 100 journalists from foreign media.Among the guests of honor are President of Rwanda Paul Kagame, President of North Macedonia Goran Siljanovski-Davkova, Secretary General of the Council of Europe Alain Bercet, former UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon, and others.Statement President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mr. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at the Plenary session of the Astana International ForumSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-minsk/press/news/details/1007609?lang=kk

Astana, May 29, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov took part in the panel session titled “Enhancing Regional Connectivity and Unleashing Development Potentials,” held within the framework of the Astana International Forum and co-organized with the Boao Forum for Asia. The discussion focused on expanding transport and logistics connectivity across Eurasia and the key opportunities tied to the development of the Middle Corridor.The session featured high-level speakers, including the Chairman of the Boao Forum for Asia and 8th UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, President of the 75th UN General Assembly Volkan Bozkır, Boao Forum Council Member and former UN Under-Secretary-General Shamshad Akhtar, OECD Deputy Secretary-General Fabrizia Lapecorella, SCO Deputy Secretary-General Piao Yangfan, and Managing Director of the Silk Road Fund Feng Yanqiu. The session was moderated by Boao Forum Secretary-General Zhang Jun.In his remarks, Alibek Kuantyrov outlined Kazakhstan’s strategic vision to transform the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR or Middle Corridor) into a key artery of sustainable Eurasian logistics. He stressed that for Kazakhstan, the TITR is not merely a transit route but a platform for industrial growth, digital integration, and the formation of international production-logistics chains.He noted that Kazakhstan currently provides over 3,500 km of critical railway infrastructure connecting the Chinese border to Caspian Sea ports. In the coming years, cargo throughput is expected to increase to 10 million tons, reflecting growing demand from global supply chain participants and Kazakhstan’s efforts to enhance corridor capacity.“The TITR is not just a logistics route, but an infrastructure of trust, efficiency, and growth. Kazakhstan is committed to integration – both physical and digital. We are seeing real results: in March 2024, a container train from Xi’an arrived in Azerbaijan in just 11 days, with only three days spent crossing Kazakhstan. This was made possible through upgrades on the Dostyk-Moyynty segment, development of the Khorgos hub, and implementation of digital customs solutions. We are investing over 35 billion US dollars into infrastructure – building new railways, expanding the Aktau and Kuryk ports, and creating a container hub in cooperation with international investors. But our goal is not just transit. Kazakhstan sees the TITR as a platform for industrial growth and sustainable integration into global supply chains,” emphasized Deputy Minister Kuantyrov.Speakers during the session underscored the importance of building resilient global and regional supply chains, particularly amid the increasing fragmentation of the global economy. Ban Ki-moon highlighted that connectivity is not only about physical infrastructure, but a cornerstone for sustainable and inclusive development. Volkan Bozkır emphasized the need to preserve multilateralism in times of global crisis. Representatives of the OECD, SCO, and Silk Road Fund stressed the importance of combining hard infrastructure with soft mechanisms such as regulatory harmonization, digitalization, and financial facilitation.Participants unanimously agreed that regional connectivity encompasses more than just transport – it also entails institutional trust, shared standards, and coordinated digital transformation. They expressed their readiness for continued dialogue and practical cooperation to foster sustainable and mutually beneficial Eurasian integration.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/invest/press/news/details/1007879?lang=kk

On May 29, 2025, within the framework of the International Forum “Astana” hosted a meeting between the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Madi Takiyev, and the Minister of Finance of the Sultanate of Oman, Sultan bin Salim Al Habsi.During the meeting, the parties discussed issues of further expansion of trade, economic, investment, transit and transport cooperation, exchanged views on the development of economic relations between the Ministries of finance in the field of public finance management, as well as on other issues within the framework of bilateral cooperation."Kazakhstan highly appreciates the strategic nature of cooperation with the Sultanate of Oman and is ready for further mutually beneficial cooperation," Madi Takiyev said.Following the meeting, an Agreement was signed between the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Government of the Sultanate of Oman for the Avoidance of Double Taxation and the Prevention of Tax Evasion with respect to taxes on income and capital, as well as a protocol thereto.The agreement creates a legislative framework in tax relations, prevents double taxation, and allows for closer economic ties between states.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-almaty/press/news/details/1007611?lang=kk

How to Properly Pay Pension Contributions for FreelancersCurrent questions about UAPF Are freelancers required to pay compulsory pension contributions and how is the amount of their contributions calculated? According to the norms of the Social Code, compulsory pension contributions (CPC) are paid by CPC payment agents. An agent is an individual or legal entity, including a foreign legal entity, operating in the Republic of Kazakhstan through a permanent establishment, branches, representative offices of foreign legal entities, calculating, withholding (accruing) and transferring CPC, ECPC, COPC, VPC to the UAPF in the manner determined by the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The following categories pay CPC independently:individual entrepreneurs, including heads of peasant or farm households, their members who have reached the age of 18, as well as persons engaged in private practice, for their own benefit;In this case, the income accepted for calculating the CPC is understood to be the income received by a person, determined by him independently for the payment of social contributions, with the exception of income from which CPC is not paid, but not more than the income determined for tax purposes in accordance with the Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Taxes and Other Mandatory Payments to the Budget" (Tax Code).At the same time, the income accepted for calculating the CPC per month should not exceed 50 times the minimum wage established for the relevant financial year by the law on the republican budget.If the income of these persons is less than 1 time the minimum wage established for the relevant financial year by the law on the republican budget, they have the right to pay CPC from 1 time the minimum wage established for the relevant financial year by the law on the republican budget;individuals permanently residing in the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan, receiving income under civil-law contracts, the subject of which is the performance of work (provision of services), concluded with individuals who are not tax agents.In this case, the income accepted for calculating the CPC is understood to be the income received by a person, determined by him independently for the payment of social contributions, with the exception of income from which CPC is not paid, but not more than the income determined for tax purposes in accordance with the Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Taxes and Other Mandatory Payments to the Budget" (Tax Code).At the same time, the income accepted for calculating the CPC per month should not exceed 50 times the minimum wage established for the relevant financial year by the law on the republican budget. In addition, on September 1, 2024, the Social Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan was supplemented with the article "Social security of persons engaged in activities to provide services or perform work using Internet platforms and (or) mobile applications of platform employment."The operator of Internet platforms and (or) mobile applications withholds compulsory pension contributions (CPC) from the income of performers who are individual entrepreneurs (IE) applying a special tax regime (STR), using a special mobile application, and transfers the withheld amounts to the UAPF. The CPC rate is determined at the choice of the performer in the amount of 1% of the income accepted for calculating the CPC, or in the amount of 10% of the income accepted for calculating the CPC. Income accepted for calculating the CPC is understood to be income received by performers for services rendered or work performed.The operator of the Internet platform is an individual entrepreneur or a legal entity providing technical, organizational, informational and other capabilities using information technologies and systems to establish contacts for the provision of services (including with the involvement of third parties) between performers and customers registered on the Internet platform.Performer is an individual, individual entrepreneur or legal entity registered on the Internet platform, providing services to customers or performing work using the Internet platform on the basis of a public contract.The income accepted for calculating the CPC is understood to be the income received by performers who are individual entrepreneurs applying the STR using a special mobile application for services rendered or work performed.At the same time, the income accepted for calculating the CPC per month should not exceed 50 times the minimum wage established for the relevant financial year by the law on the republican budget.             How can freelancers open an account in the UAPF to form pension savings? Opening of an individual pension savings account (IPSA) in UAPF for recording pension contributions - compulsory pension contributions (CPC), compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPC), voluntary pension contributions (VPC) occurs on the basis of the first contribution received. Identification of an individual in whose favor pension contributions are made occurs thanks to personal data (full name, IIN, date of birth) specified in the electronic format of the payment order when transferring contributions. All necessary information about the details of a valid identity document of an individual, place of permanent residence and other information UAPF receives from the relevant information systems of government agencies. Thus, to open an IPSA, you do not need to go to the UAPF office, since the account for all types of pension contributions is opened automatically.Information on opening an IPSA and transferring pension contributions is posted on the UAPF website.            3) What online tools or services does UAPF provide to monitor your account and manage your pension savings?More than 90% of UAPF services are provided automatically, electronically and remotely around the clock (24/7).For continuous monitoring of your pension account, the most efficient and convenient way is to receive a statement through your personal account on the Fund's website or in a mobile application. The statement provides all the information the contributor needs. In particular, the total amount of savings is separately indicated, including the amount of accumulated funds by type of contribution. From the statement, you can also find out which organization and at what time pension contributions were transferred. You can also see the amount of investment income for the requested period.In addition to information regarding the status of the pension account in your personal account, you can use such services as making changes and additions to your details, obtaining a certificate of account availability, and submitting an application for the appointment of pension payments.It is also possible to use the services of a pension calculator and a personal pension plan, which will help you calculate the expected amount of your future pension and draw up an individual pension plan, indicating the amount of pension you want to receive in the future. Information about pension accounts can be obtained not only through the UAPF website, but also through the e-government portal egov.kz or its mobile application eGov mobile. This is convenient for citizens accustomed to receiving government services through single platforms. Why should freelancers make voluntary pension contributions and what are the benefits of these contributions? If the contributor wishes to increase the size of the pension received in the future, it is necessary to transfer voluntary pension contributions (VPC) to the pension fund on an ongoing basis. VPC have many advantages. For example, the contributor himself determines the size, frequency of VPC and the procedure for receiving pension savings. VPC can be paid through second-tier banks, as well as by submitting an application to the employer.It is worth noting that not only the contributor, but also any third party - for example, a spouse, parents, relatives, even a minor child - can transfer contributions to a pension account at the expense of VPC.To open an individual pension savings account (IPSA) for voluntary pension contributions, you do not need to go to the UAPF office. IPSA is opened automatically when the first contribution is transferred.In Kazakhstan, VPC have tax advantages. For example, VPC that an employer transfers in favor of his employee are not considered as income of an individual. For the employer, such expenses are deductible when calculating corporate income tax. That is, in this case, the employer receives tax benefits.VPC, like all types of compulsory pension contributions, are invested and generate income for investors. Pension assets are managed by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In addition, pension savings through VPC can be transferred in full to investment portfolio managers (IPM), unlike savings through compulsory and compulsory occupational pension contributions, which are allowed to be transferred up to 50% of the amount.We note that pension benefits through VPC can be received from the age of 50. Are freelancers' pension savings invested? Like pension savings of other citizens of Kazakhstan, pension savings of freelancers are invested. The main goal of investing is to obtain real income in the long term. Therefore, for an objective assessment of the results of their management, it is necessary to analyze data for a period of at least 1 year. This period allows you to evaluate the effectiveness of investments in the long term.The National Bank of Kazakhstan and five management companies are engaged in investing: Jusan Invest JSC, Halyk Global Markets JSC, BCC Invest JSC, Centras Securities JSC, Halyk Finance JSC. You can choose a management company at your discretion.Information on investment management of UAPF pension assets and on financial instruments in which UAPF pension assets are placed are posted on the official website of UAPF (www.enpf.kz) in the section "Indicators/Investment activities" on a monthly basis.     Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay-audany/press/news/details/1018843?lang=kk

A digital document with information about guardians and their wards who have reached the age of 18 is now available in the eGov Mobile mobile application. It is created on the basis of information from the E-Sobes information system, where all registered guardians, trustees and their wards are recorded.The document contains the following information: the guardian's IIN and full name, the guardian's date of birth, the ward's IIN and full name, the date of his birth, the number and date of the guardian's appointment order, as well as the "Valid on date" field. A QR code is provided to confirm authenticity: when scanning, a digital version opens, valid for 24 hours.The information is displayed automatically for users with confirmed legal representative status after clicking the "Update documents" button in the "Digital Documents" section.The electronic version of the order may be necessary in cases where official confirmation of the guardian's status is required – when receiving government payments, contacting banks, medical institutions and other organizations.To use the service, you must:log in to the eGov Mobile mobile application and go to the "Digital Documents" section;in the "Family" category, read the information about custody or guardianship;if the document is not displayed, click the "Update documents" button.The new digital document was implemented within the framework of cooperation between the Public Services Committee of the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan, JSC National Information Technologies, the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Kazakhstan and JSC Center for Human Resources Development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay-kurchatov/press/news/details/1077553?lang=kk

On May 27, 2025, the grand opening of the public association "The World through our Eyes", created for visually impaired citizens, took place in Kostanay at 36 Kasymkhanova Street. The project was implemented within the framework of the state social order of the state institution "Department of Employment and Social Programs of the Akimat of Kostanay".The association's activities are aimed at protecting the rights and interests of people with visual impairment, promoting their integration into society, expanding opportunities for participation in public and cultural life, as well as developing self-organization and mutual assistance skills.This discovery was an important step towards building an accessible and inclusive society in which everyone, regardless of their health status, can feel needed, heard and supported.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1007556?lang=kk

A.I. Baraev at. ASHGOO galymdary 019 "Innovatiyalyk tajiribeni taratu zhane engizu zhonindegi kyzmetter" budget bagdarlamasyn iske asyru sheberinde Akmola oblysyn 6 sharuashylygyn pilottyk uchaskelerinde koktemgi egistik zhumystaryn ajax.Bagdarlamanyn matsaty tabigi-klimatik zhagdailarga baylanysty Akmola regionyn tabigi-klimatik zhagdailaryna baylanysty ar ecologiyalyk-geografiyalyk aimakty kamti otyryp, onimdilikti 10-15%-ga arttyru ushin osirudin innovatiy technologyalaryn zhane auyl sharuashylygy dakyldaryn prospects sortaryn tiimdi paydalanu negizinde Akmola regionyn 6 sharuashylygynda osimdik sharuashylygy onimin ornykty ondirisin karkindatuga bagyttalgan innovatiyak tazhiribeni taratu zhane engizu bolyp tablady.Dandy, maily zhane burshak dakyldaryn osiru kezinde innovatiyalik technologiyalardi koldan boyynsha ondiristik tajiribeler zhalpi audany 2600 gektardan asady. Mausym boyi "sebuden" "zhinauga" dein bul ondiristik tajiribeler A.I. Baraev atyndagy astyk sharuashylygy GOO galymdaryn gylym suyemeldeuimen, keyinnen onirdin AOK subjectilin okytumen kamtylatyn bolady.Bulbagdarlama Akmola oblysy akimdiginin auyl sharuashylygy zhane zher katynastary baskarmasyn koldauymen zhuzege asyrylady.Scientists of the Scientific Research Center for Grain Farming named after A.I.Barayev completed spring field work on pilot plots of 6 farms in the Akmola region as part of the implementation of budget program 019 "Services for the dissemination and implementation of innovative experience"Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola-ush/press/news/details/1007523?lang=kk

In order to enhance the anti-corruption ideology and promote the concept of "Law and Order", a working meeting was held at the site of the Bostandyk Emergency Department of the Emergency Department of Almaty. During which the key aspects of anti-corruption legislation, principles of honesty and integrity, which are an integral part of the professional activities of each employee, were discussed. Information has been provided on changes in legislation and increased liability. Examples and statistics of corruption offenses are given. In turn, the participants confirmed their determination to comply with anti-corruption norms and ethical standards.#Law and Order#LAW and ORDERSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/anticorruption-almaty/press/news/details/1007540?lang=kk