At the Naiza 81 mixed martial arts tournament held in Kostanay, a flyweight bout took place between Kazakhstani athlete Aigerim Torekhanova and China’s representative Gulsairan Azat.Aigerim Torekhanova represents the Burkit Team sports squad of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and holds the rank of Senior Lieutenant. Prior to the fight, her professional MMA record stood at four wins and three losses. For Gulsairan Azat, this bout was only the second of her professional career — she had previously recorded one victory.The fight was scheduled for three rounds but ended in the very first round. From the opening moments, Torekhanova seized the initiative and fully controlled the course of the bout. The Kazakhstani athlete worked confidently in the stand-up, delivering precise and powerful strikes, leaving her opponent no room to respond.Torekhanova’s dominance was so evident that the live broadcast commentator described the situation as follows: “Azat is simply closing her eyes, her head snapping back from Torekhanova’s strikes…”Building on her success, Torekhanova took the fight to the ground, where she calmly and competently applied a chokehold. Gulsairan Azat was forced to submit, after which the referee stopped the contest, recording an early victory for the Kazakhstani fighter.This win became the fifth professional MMA victory in Aigerim Torekhanova’s career. For Gulsairan Azat, the defeat was the first at the professional level.The confident and spectacular performance by the servicewoman was one of the highlights of the Naiza 81 tournament and confirmed the high level of preparation of Kazakhstani female athletes on the international stage. Press Service of the National GuardMinistry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/1162854?lang=kk

Astana - The President highlighted the historic significance of the athlete's achievement, as he secured Kazakhstan's first-ever Olympic gold medal in figure skating. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has decided to award Mikhail Shaidorov with the Order of "Barys," 2nd Class.The President wished the Olympic champion continued success and many more victories to come.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-addis-ababa/press/news/details/1162783?lang=kk

The Kostanay region Kazak kuresi championship among young people born in 2006-2008 was held in the city of Kostanay. The competitions were held in accordance with the schedule of sports events in the region.Athletes from cities and districts of Kostanay region took part in the championship. Intense and spectacular fights took place in each weight category, during which the participants demonstrated a high level of technical and physical fitness.The main purpose of the competition is to develop the national sport of Kazakh kuresi, support young athletes, and identify promising wrestlers. The tournament is also aimed at promoting a healthy lifestyle and strengthening the patriotic spirit among young people.Following the results of the competition, the winners and prize-winners were awarded with diplomas and medals of the corresponding degrees.The organizers would like to thank all the participants and wish them further sporting success.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1162762?lang=kk

Astana, February 16, 2026 – An extraordinary meeting of the Regional Contact Group of Special Representatives of Central Asian countries on Afghanistan was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The meeting brought together the representatives of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.Special Representative of the President of Kazakhstan for Afghanistan Yerkin Tukumov stressed on Kazakhstan’s interest in a constructive exchange of views and in identifying practical solutions to pressing the issues of engagement with Kabul.The parties discussed the current situation in Afghanistan and matters of practical cooperation, including the development of trade and economic ties, expansion of transit and transport corridors through Afghan territory, as well as regional security issues.Participants underscored the importance of coordinating the efforts of Central Asian states in the interests of ensuring stability and sustainable development in Afghanistan.Following the meeting, the participants reaffirmed their readiness to continue regular consultations and maintain working-level contacts within the framework of the Regional Contact Group.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1162699?lang=kk

In the East Kazakhstan Regional Ethnographic Museum, the veterans of the internationalist soldiers who work in the museum were honored. The event featured a presentation about the military events in hot spots, a thematic mini-exhibition from the museum's funds, and congratulations from colleagues, the trade union committee, and amateur artists of the city. The meeting was attended by students from the Technical and Economic College, who asked questions to the veterans with great interest. The atmosphere in the hall was one of unity and friendship.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-cultura-arhiv/press/news/details/1162631?lang=kk

For the information of the deputies and the population of the city. On February 26, 2026, at 3 p.m., the next session of the Ust-Kamenogorsk City Maslikhat will be held (17 Permitina St., conference hall). Recommended agenda:On the construction of housingfor the privilegedcategory of the population,aswell as forresidentslivingindilapidatedordilapidatedhousingOn the implementation of the decision of the Ust-KamenogorskcityMaslikhatdatedFebruary27, 2025No.32/9"On the state of the elevatorindustry of the city of Ust-Kamenogorsk".About the report of the head of the FinanceDepartment of the city of Ust-Kamenogorsk"On the state of affairs in themanagement of communalproperty".4.Miscellaneous.Below is a link to view the online broadcast of the session https://instagram.com/maslihat_oskemen?igshid=MzNlNGNkZWQ4Mg==Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ukmaslihat/press/news/details/1162554?lang=kk

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Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Kingdom of Morocco Saulekul Sailaukyzy met with Ali Seddiqi, Director General of the Moroccan Agency for Investment and Export Promotion. During the meeting, the parties noted the growing momentum in bilateral relations and discussed prospects for expanding trade, economic, and investment ties.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-rabat/press/news/details/1162576?lang=kk

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The State Revenue Committee informs that for the convenience of taxpayers in the new Taxpayer Cabinet of the “Integrated System of Tax Administration”(KNP ISNA) in the section “Personal Account” are available for viewing the balance on personal accounts, Personal Account and Statement of Personal Account. In the “Services” section you can get information about your debts.Please note that the information in these services is automatically pulled from the reference personal accounts of ISNA.To enter the new ISNA Taxpayer's Cabinet, please follow the link https://knp.kgd.gov.kz.If you have any questions, you may contact knpsd@ecc.kz of the ISNA support service, as well as the Telegram bot FinQoldau_bot.   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1162515?lang=kk

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On February of this year, an excursion to the district library was held for convicts registered with the Probation Service No. 1 of the Bayterek district. The event was organized to introduce the convicts to the library, its rules and the wealth of the book collection.At the beginning of the tour, chief librarian D.O. Kuzhumova briefly explained how the library is organized, how to handle books correctly and where to look for them. The convicts looked at the bookshelves with interest, got acquainted with the thematic sections.Special attention was paid to the shelves with the works of Abai Kunanbayev, where the convicts were offered to choose their favorite books to read. They also learned how to find the right book, got acquainted with the Rules of the library, the rules of handling the book. The convicts looked at magazines and books with great interest. The convicts took an active part in a literary quiz on the works. The convicts really enjoyed the educational and interesting things, and they promised to come to the library to get their books. An excursion to the library not only broadened the horizons of the convicts, but also aroused interest in reading. Such events help convicts realize the value of books as a source of knowledge and inspiration.   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/duis-uralsk/press/news/details/1162459?lang=kk

The introduction of the digital service "Digital Probation" has begun in the probation service of the Bokeyordinsky district.The new application is aimed at improving the efficiency of the work of probation service inspectors and simplifying interaction with registered persons. With the help of the digital platform, the process of registering convicts, as well as conducting checks at the place of residence, is greatly facilitated. For registered citizens, this is also a big step forward: in the future, they will not need to personally come to the probation service to be marked — the necessary procedures can be completed while at home, in an online format.The introduction of "Digital Probation" is part of a course towards digitalization of public services, increasing transparency, convenience and accessibility, as well as optimizing office processes.Digital solutions are a step towards a modern, open and efficient format of work.The work continues.   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/duis-uralsk/press/news/details/1162453?lang=kk

As part of the event, a teleconference was held with the convicts, who told the students about the consequences of illegal acts and the importance of observing the law. The students were informed about the norms of legislation and responsibility for crimes, as well as the current types of offenses among young people.The event contributed to the formation of a legal culture among teenagers, responsibility for their actions and a conscious attitude towards the future. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/duis-uralsk/press/news/details/1162425?lang=kk

At an extraordinary session of the Ust-Kamenogorsk city Maslikhat, the issue of optimizing the structure of the city's executive bodies was considered, namely, the redistribution of certain functions between government agencies, the transfer of staffing limits and the reorganization of a number of city departments. These measures are aimed at streamlining powers and improving the effectiveness of the management system in the fields of housing and communal services, culture, sports and tourism.As part of the changes, the functions of organizing yard and courtyard landscaping were transferred from the Department of Housing and Communal Services, Passenger Transport and Highways to the Department of Housing Relations. The authority to implement state policy in the field of tourism activities has been transferred from the Department of Physical Culture, Sports and Tourism to the Department of Entrepreneurship and Agriculture. In addition, the Department of Culture and Language Development was reorganized by joining the Department of Physical Culture, Sports and Tourism.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ukmaslihat/press/news/details/1162387?lang=kk

On February 24, 2026, at 3 p.m., at the address: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Permitina St., 17 (office 201), public hearings of the permanent commissions of the Ust-Kamenogorsk city Maslikhat on the issue "On the privatization of communal property of the city of Ust-Kamenogorsk" will be held.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ukmaslihat/press/news/details/1162369?lang=kk

Постоянное совершенствование процессов оказания государственной услуги – одна из основных позиций в работе Агентства Республики Казахстан по делам государственной службы (далее-агентство) и его территориальных департаментов. Совершенствование системы государственных услуг направлено на защиту прав граждан и повышение качества оказания услуг.При этом разъясняем порядок оказания государственной услуги «Предоставление земельного участка из земель поселка, села".Государственная услуга оказывается: государственным учреждением «Аппарат акима Шелекского сельского округа». Способы оказания государственной услуги: через веб-портал «Электронного правительства» и государственную корпорацию «Правительство для граждан».Время оказания государственной услуги: Первый этап – определение возможности использования запрашиваемого земельного участка по заявленному назначению, подготовка акта выбора земельного участка, составление архитектурно-планировочного задания, технических условий на подключение к инженерным сетям и топографии-в течение 28 рабочих дней. Второй этап: согласование акта выбора земельного участка и вынесение решения о предоставлении услугополучателем права землепользования на земельный участок с приложением земельно-кадастрового плана при оплате услуг земельно-кадастровых работ, заключение договора временного (краткосрочного, долгосрочного) возмездного (безвозмездного) землепользования-в течение 18 рабочих дней.Форма оказания государственной услуги: Электронная (частично автоматизированная) /бумажная.Результат оказания государственной услуги: решение услугодателя о предоставлении права на земельный участок с приложением земельно-кадастрового плана и заключение договора временного (краткосрочного, долгосрочного) возмездного (безвозмездного) землепользования либо мотивированный отказ в оказании государственной услуги.Более подробную информацию вы можете получить в аппарате акима Шелекского сельского округа.Наш адрес: село Шелек, улица Жибек жолы №40Справочный контактный телефон: 8 (72776) 2-01-55. ГУ " Аппарат акима Шелекского сельского округа»Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbekshikazakh-shelek/press/news/details/1162335?lang=kk

The updated Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, effective January 1, 2026, introduces fundamental changes to the framework of tax audits. This reform is designed to alleviate the administrative burden on businesses, enhance the transparency of oversight procedures, and accelerate the resolution of tax-related disputes.Key Amendments:Abolition of scheduled and unscheduled tax inspectionsThe traditional classification of tax inspections into scheduled and unscheduled has been abolished. Under the new framework, audits are initiated based on a risk-oriented approach, moving away from the previous practice of publishing public inspection lists on the website of the Prosecutor General's Office. It ensures that tax control is more targeted, systematic.Limitation of comprehensive tax auditsComprehensive audits will be assigned based on the Tax Burden Ratio (TBR). If a taxpayer’s TBR is at least 90% of the upper threshold for their specific industry average, they will be exempt from a comprehensive audit for the corresponding period.Exceptions apply in the following instances:upon the taxpayer's own request;based on grounds stipulated by the Criminal Procedure Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan;to fulfill requirements issued by the Prosecutor’s Office.The suspension of the limitation periodThe statute of limitations for the assessment of taxes and other obligatory payments is officially suspended for the duration of a tax audit. It remains in effect from the commencement date of the audit until the final execution of the notification detailing the audit results.Specific rules apply to periods where the statute of limitations is nearing its end at the time an audit begins if less than 30 calendar days remain before the expiration of the limitation periodDelivery of orders and appealThe official order to appoint a tax audit must be served to the taxpayer within three working days of its issuance.Filing an appeal against an audit order while the inspection is ongoing does not result in the suspension of the audit.Limitation of requirements for providing documentsFor small and microbusiness entities:the requirement to provide documents as part of the audit can be served no more than twice;Deadline to fulfill the claim has been reduced to 10 working days (with the possibility of extending it to 30 working days at the request of the taxpayer).These measures are aimed at reducing the bureaucratic burden and speeding up procedures.Moratorium on inspections of small businessEffective January 1, 2026, a moratorium on tax audits for micro and small business entities has been introduced (taking into account exceptions provided for by law).In general, the changes create a more transparent, digitalized and predictable tax control system focused on supporting honest business and reducing administrative barriers.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1162337?lang=kk

Part II of the new draft Constitution has been significantly updated and renamed “Fundamental Rights, Freedoms and Duties”. Such a structure will clarify the interrelationship of rights and duties and allow them to be considered as a single legal system. Thus, a comprehensive model is formed in which the rights of a citizen and his responsibility to the state are considered simultaneously. Clarity on citizenship issues According to the draft, dual or multiple citizenship is not allowed. Acquiring citizenship of another state is a basis for terminating citizenship of Kazakhstan. This norm enhances legal clarity and clarifies the legal relationship between a citizen and the state. Guarantee of state responsibility It is established that everyone has the right to recover from the state the damage caused by the unlawful actions of state bodies or their officials. This provision strengthens the mechanisms for protecting the rights of citizens by clarifying the responsibility of state authorities at the constitutional level. Constitutional guarantees of fundamental rights The right to life is defined as an inalienable and inalienable right. It is clearly stated that no one has the right to take human life arbitrarily. Guarantees of personal freedom and inviolability will be strengthened. The presumption of innocence will be enshrined in the section on fundamental rights and defined as a mandatory constitutional standard for all state bodies. Privacy and digital security The norms of inviolability of privacy will be expanded. The protection of personal data, bank secrecy, correspondence and telephone conversations, including digital communications, will be enshrined at the constitutional level. This is aimed at ensuring the legal protection of citizens in an era of rapid digitalization. Social and civil rights The inviolability of honor and dignity will be clearly guaranteed. Labor rights will be brought into line with international standards, and the state's duty to create conditions for employment will be clarified. It establishes that housing is inviolable and can only be deprived of it based on a court decision. This is aimed at increasing the level of social protection of citizens. Marriage is constitutionally recognized as a voluntary and equal union of a man and a woman, registered by the state in accordance with the law. The secular nature of the education system is clearly defined, and the secular principle of the state is strengthened. Environmental responsibility and political demands The duty of citizens to preserve nature and take care of natural resources is enshrined at the constitutional level. This is aimed at establishing environmental responsibility as a public value. The requirements for the right to vote will also be clarified: persons who have been declared incompetent, have an outstanding criminal record, or have committed corruption offenses cannot be elected. This will contribute to increasing the transparency and credibility of the political system. Changes aimed at strengthening the rule of law The updates in Part II not only clarify human rights, but also strengthen the guarantees for their protection and define the duties of every citizen to society. The proposed norms are a systematic step aimed at deepening the principles of the rule of law and ensuring social stability.

Part III of the new draft Constitution includes a number of important changes that define the powers of the President and his institution. The proposed amendments are aimed at strengthening the balance between the branches of state power, increasing the transparency and efficiency of the governance system. Requirements for the presidency have been clarified According to the draft, the requirements for a presidential candidate are clearly established. The candidate must be a native of the Republic of Kazakhstan, be at least forty years old, fluent in the state language, and have resided in the country for the past 15 years. In addition, higher education and at least 5 years of work experience in public service or an elected position are considered. These requirements are aimed at ensuring the participation of experienced and professional individuals in the governance of the country. The date of the snap election has been determined. In the event of an early termination of the President's term, elections shall be held no later than two months later. This provision ensures a legal and timely transition of power and allows for the consolidation of the legitimacy of the future leader. Balance in appointment procedures According to the new draft, the President can appoint officials of key state bodies only with the consent of the Kurultai. This is aimed at maintaining institutional balance and preventing unilateral dominance in the decision-making process. If the Kurultai does not agree to two consecutive appointments, the possibility of its dissolution for the purpose of renewing its composition will be considered. Such a norm will prevent political deadlock and ensure the uninterrupted functioning of state bodies. The institution of the Vice President will be introduced The project envisages the introduction of the Vice-President institution. The Vice-President is appointed by the President with the consent of the Kurultai. He/She is responsible for representing the country at the international level and ensuring coordination between state bodies. In addition, the Vice-President is required not to be a member of a political party. This requirement is aimed at ensuring political neutrality and strengthening the principles of fair competition. Procedure for resignation and early termination of authority The voluntary resignation of the President is processed through the Constitutional Court. In the event of premature termination of the term of office, the succession of powers is clearly regulated: first, the powers are transferred to the Vice-President, and if he is unable to do so, to the Chairman of the Constituent Assembly, and then to the Prime Minister. Early elections are held within two months after the decision of the Constituent Assembly. A step towards institutional stability The proposed changes in Part III are aimed at clarifying the legal status of the institution of the President and strengthening the balance between the branches of power. These amendments will increase the transparency of the governance system and clarify the mutual accountability of state bodies. Overall, the new norms lay the foundation for strengthening accountability and efficiency to society while maintaining the stability of power.