In implementation of the Decision of the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission dated May 30, 2023 No. 75 "On the structure and format of the declaration of goods and adjustments to the declaration of goods and amendments to some decisions of the Commission of the Customs Union and the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission", the ASTANA-1 information system (Keden) implemented the format of the declaration of goods.The changes provide for automation and simplification of customs procedures, as well as digitization of paper documents. In particular, all types of requests sent to the declarant, the form of the Request/Decision on amendments to the DT, the form of the CDT, etc. have been automated.In this regard, testing of the "Declaration of Goods" module of the ASTANA-1 information system (Keden) for all customs procedures will start on November 3, 2025.Testing will be conducted in online and offline formats. Anyone can take part in the testing.The application procedure and testing schedule are published on the test portal of the ASTANA-1 information system (Keden) - https://test-keden.kgd.gov.kz . It also contains information about the testing procedure; video tutorials; user's guide; answers to frequently asked questions; contact information; functionality for sending comments and suggestions on the "Declaration of Goods" module.The project launch date for the Declaration of Goods module is scheduled for the second decade of January 2026. At the same time, the module will be launched taking into account the suggestions and comments provided.Dear participants of foreign economic activity, the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan encourages you to take an active part in the testing!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-almaty/press/news/details/1101190?lang=kk

Dear taxpayers, Recently, appeals from citizens and entrepreneurs who have encountered fraudulent schemes related to the renewal, receipt, and termination of licenses for the storage and sale of alcoholic beverages have become more frequent. We remind you that all procedures for the issuance, renewal and termination of licenses are carried out exclusively through the state portal. www.egov .kz – elicense.kz.Employees of the state revenue authorities do not call taxpayers and do not request codes or other personal data by phone.Be careful not to share confidential information with outsiders! If you have any questions, please contact the Excise Tax Administration Department of the Department of Agriculture of the Pavlodar region by phone: 8 (7182) 32-58-82.Department of Explanatory Work and Contact Center State Duma of the Pavlodar region    Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1101193?lang=kk

On 07.11.2025, the State Revenue Department (SRD) in Karatal district held an “Open Day” for entrepreneurs and residents of the district to explain the key provisions and changes introduced by the new Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, which comes into force on January 1, 2025.Participants had the opportunity to ask specific questions on the practical application of the new Code and receive comprehensive answers from the management and leading specialists of the UGD.During the Open Day, the employees of the UGD explained in detail the issues related to special tax regimes for small and medium-sized businesses.Specialists explained new approaches to tax control. Control measures will now be based on the risk management system, which will reduce the burden on bona fide taxpayers and focus control exclusively on high-risk areas.The Open Day was part of an information campaign designed to help taxpayers prepare in advance for the upcoming tax reform.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-zhetysu/press/news/details/1101172?lang=kk

The Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan  has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with U.S.-based aerospace company BETA Technologies (NYSE: BETA) aimed at fostering cooperation in information technology and electric aviation.The agreement outlines collaboration on the pilot projects, the promotion of innovative solutions in the fields of electric aircraft, intelligent transport systems, and advanced mobility technologies.“Kazakhstan is consistently developing new technology sectors and creating an environment for innovation. Working with BETA Technologies will strengthen our regional leadership and open new opportunities for smart and sustainable transportation,” said Zhaslan Madiyev, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The signing of the Memorandum took place as part of the business program of the C5+1 Business Conference in Washington, where the prospects for cooperation between the Central Asian countries and the United States in the fields of technology and sustainable development are being discussed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/maidd/press/news/details/1101130?lang=kk

Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan on the Accession to the Abraham AccordsThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan announces the country’s accession to the Abraham Accords.This important decision was made solely in the interests of Kazakhstan and is fully consistent with the nature of republic’s balanced, constructive, and peaceful foreign policy. Joining the Abraham Accords will contribute to strengthening our country’s cooperation with all interested states and, therefore, is fully in line with Kazakhstan’s strategic goals.Kazakhstan will continue to firmly advocate for a just, comprehensive, and sustainable settlement of the Middle East conflict based on international law, relevant UN resolutions, and the principle of «two states for two peoples». Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tel-aviv/press/news/details/1103147?lang=kk

The Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan, JSC Kazakhtelecom, and Perplexity AI, Inc. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to provide citizens of Kazakhstan one year of free access to Perplexity Pro.The agreement opens up new opportunities for millions of citizens, students, and professionals across Kazakhstan, enabling them to use cutting-edge artificial intelligence tools for learning, research, and professional development.In addition, the memorandum provides for joint initiatives to support research and development (R&D) on the Alem.AI platform, as well as the development of data centers in Kazakhstan. «This agreement will allow millions of Kazakh citizens to access powerful AI technologies that were previously available only to a limited number of users. We are creating a digital ecosystem where knowledge, innovation, and technology become accessible to every citizen», – said Zhaslan Madiyev, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of Kazakhstan.«The Republic of Kazakhstan has rightly identified the value unlocked by combining frontier AI models with the world's collective knowledge for bringing the benefits of AI to everyone»,- said Jerry Ma, VP of Global Affairs and Deputy CTO of Perplexity. «Partnering with the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development is an excellent opportunity to accelerate the power of AI for every citizen in ways that are important to them». «Collaboration with Perplexity AI opens new horizons for Kazakhstan. We want artificial intelligence technologies to be accessible to everyone — not just professionals, but also students, schoolchildren, and entrepreneurs. Kazakhtelecom will actively contribute to the development of this ecosystem and support projects that make modern digital solutions a part of people’s everyday lives», – said Bagdat Mussin, Chairman of the Board of JSC Kazakhtelecom.Notably, Astana IT University is the initiator and coordinator of this agreement.The agreement with Perplexity AI reflects Astana IT University’s commitment to fostering international collaboration and integrating advanced artificial intelligence technologies into education and research. Partnership with one of the world’s most innovative companies will enable the university to incorporate generative AI tools into the learning process, advance research initiatives in machine learning, and strengthen international academic connections. For students and faculty, this marks a step toward developing new digital competencies and engaging in the global AI ecosystem.The signing of the memorandum marks another important step for Kazakhstan toward building a Smart Nation, where artificial intelligence drives progress in education, science, and human potential.About Perplexity Perplexity is an AI-powered answer engine that draws from credible sources in real time to accurately answer questions with in-line citations, perform deep research, and more. Founded in 2022, the company's mission is to serve the world's curiosity by bridging the gap between traditional search engines and AI-driven interfaces. Each week, Perplexity answers more than 150 million questions globally. Perplexity is available in the app store and online at https://www.perplexity.comPress Service of the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/maidd/press/news/details/1101165?lang=kk

The Department of State Revenue for the Mangystau region informs that the new Tax Code, which comes into force on January 1, 2026, provides for a number of changes in property taxation. Thus, when calculating the vehicle tax on passenger cars with a service life of 10 to 20 years, a correction factor of 0.7 is applied, over 20 years – 0.5. Given that the tax is paid at the end of the year, respectively, the amount of tax, taking into account the reduction coefficients, will be calculated for 2026 in 2027. The rates are excluded for passenger cars with an engine capacity exceeding 3,000 cubic centimeters, produced (manufactured or assembled) in the Republic of Kazakhstan after December 31, 2013 or imported into the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan after December 31, 2013. Peasant farms, in addition to other benefits, are exempt from paying vehicle tax on one passenger motor vehicle with a cargo platform and a driver's cabin separated from the cargo compartment by a rigid stationary partition (pickup trucks) per peasant or farm. The norm for classifying categories of vehicles depending on the type of vehicle (pickups, jeeps, limousines, vans) has been eliminated, with a clarification of the definition of the category of vehicles depending on the category of the right to drive specified in the certificate of registration of vehicles (A.V.S.D). In order to reduce the forms of tax reporting, the obligation to provide calculations of current payments for vehicle tax and land tax (tax reporting) has been eliminated. Starting in 2026, the taxpayer will submit only an annual declaration and, accordingly, make a one-time payment based on the results of the year. The obligation to provide a calculation of current property tax payments is also canceled if the annual tax amount does not exceed 1.0 million tenge. If such an amount is less than 1.0 million tenge, the taxpayer, as well as for land tax and vehicle tax, will only submit a declaration and, accordingly, make payments based on the results of the year. A norm is being introduced according to which, when the boundaries of settlements are changed, the land tax on agricultural land that has passed within the boundaries of settlements will be calculated at the rates for agricultural land, provided that such land is used for agricultural purposes. The rates of payment for the use of land plots for a subsurface area granted on the basis of a license for exploration or extraction of solid minerals have been increased. For agricultural land plots that are not used for their intended purpose or used in violation of the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the rate of land tax and payment for the use of land has been increased by 2 times. The rates of payment for emissions, discharges of pollutants from stationary sources and for the disposal of production and consumption waste from facilities of the first category, with the exception of life support facilities, have been increased. Fees for the use of licenses for certain types of activities, 7 types of state duties and 6 types of fees are excluded from the Tax Code.(unofficial translation)Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-mangistau/press/news/details/1103016?lang=kk

Seoul, October 23, 2025 – The 16th Executive Committee meeting of the Secretariat of the Central Asia–Republic of Korea Cooperation Forum was held in Seoul, where participants discussed ways to strengthen partnerships between the countries of the region and the Republic of Korea.The meeting was attended by representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, the Forum Secretariat, and the Embassies of the Central Asian countries. The agenda covered the 2025 activities of the Secretariat and the main priorities for 2026, including preparations for the first Central Asia–Republic of Korea Summit.The Executive Director of the Forum Secretariat, Mr. Rhee Jong Kook, presented a report on the Secretariat’s work, noting the successful implementation of cultural and humanitarian initiatives such as the Central Asia Cultural Days in Seoul and Gwangju, as well as the development of joint projects in tourism and ICT. He emphasized that in 2026, the Secretariat’s focus will be on practical initiatives aimed at deepening regional cooperation.Ambassador of Kazakhstan, Nurgali Arystanov, stated that the Forum has established itself as an effective platform for building trust and promoting practical cooperation. According to him, the upcoming 2026 Summit will mark an important milestone in partnership development and give a strong impetus to the Central Asia–Korea interaction.Mr. Nam Jin, Deputy Director-General for Northeast and Central Asian Affairs at the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs, highly appreciated the constructive and close collaboration with the countries of the region.Overall, the participants acknowledged the contribution of the Secretariat to the promotion of public diplomacy and the development of cooperation in such areas as transport and logistics, energy, industrial modernization and diversification, climate change and environment, healthcare, education, and culture.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-seoul/press/news/details/1101067?lang=kk

Seoul, October 30, 2025 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan Nurgali Arystanov held a meeting with Mr. Ban Ki-moon, the 8th Secretary-General of the United Nations and Chairman of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), on the margins of Global Green Growth Week 2025.During the meeting, the parties exchanged views on the prospects for cooperation in the field of green development. Ambassador Arystanov expressed his appreciation to Mr. Ban for his significant contribution to strengthening bilateral cooperation, including through active participation in events organized by Kazakhstan.In this context, the Ambassador handed over an official invitation from the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, to attend the Regional Climate Summit, which will be held in April 2026 in Astana, with the support of United Nations agencies.Mr. Ban Ki-moon highly commended Kazakhstan’s active international efforts under the leadership of the Head of State.The sides agreed to continue their dialogue aimed at strengthening cooperation, including within the framework of GGGI. It is noteworthy that Kazakhstan has been a member of GGGI since December 2022.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-seoul/press/news/details/1101073?lang=kk

 The Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the U.S. company Groq, Inc. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at fostering cooperation in the field of advanced computing systems and artificial intelligence.The document provides for the deployment of Groq infrastructure in Kazakhstan, the implementation of pilot projects based on Alem.AI and Astana Hub, as well as the establishment of next-generation cloud data centers to support national and regional programs for the development of high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence.Groq is also considering the possibility of opening an official representative office or innovation center in Kazakhstan, including within the International Center for Artificial Intelligence, to promote technology localization and the development of joint projects.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/maidd/press/news/details/1101060?lang=kk

The Department of State Revenue for the Mangystau region informs that employees of the Department of State Revenue for the city of Aktau, together with the akimat of the city and the police, conducted a raid against citizens who are in arrears in paying transport tax.During the raid, restrictions on vehicles were checked, and cars with tax arrears were sent to a parking lot. Administrative measures provided for by law were applied to owners who did not fulfill their tax obligations.The main goal of the work carried out is to increase the tax discipline of citizens and ensure revenue to the revenue side of the state budget.To date, 9606 residents in Aktau have transport tax arrears totaling about 700 million tenge. Debt collection orders have been issued against these individuals, and the materials have been transferred to private bailiffs.Raid events will be held on a regular basis.(unofficial translation)Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-mangistau/press/news/details/1101036?lang=kk

The children and teachers were informed about the harm counterfeit products cause to consumers and society. A representative from the Department of Economic Investigations also attended the meeting and spoke to the children about counterfeiting.The purpose of such meetings is to foster legal awareness among the younger generation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet-sko/press/news/details/1100994?lang=kk

The results of a CART.IS study were presented in Astana, identifying areas where Kazakhstan needs to accelerate trade digitalization. The project is being implemented with the support of the European Union and the International Trade Centre.The meeting brought together representatives from the Ministry of Trade and Integration, QazTrade, government agencies, and international partners. The goal of the meeting was to determine how to make data exchange between agencies and countries faster, more transparent, and fully digital.The analysis covered 27 key services involved in foreign economic activity. Of these, 81% are already provided electronically, while only 19% remain paper-based. Furthermore, 15 government IT systems operate independently: only 11 services are connected to the interdepartmental electronic interaction system, while 14 still require integration.The study also found that 60% of cross-border procedures require digital integration with systems in other countries, primarily Russia, China, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan. The lack of such integration leads to document duplication and additional costs for businesses.Vice Minister of Trade and Integration Aidar Abildabekov noted that further simplification of trade procedures requires not just digitalization, but also the interoperability of government systems architectures. "The CART.IS initiative is not just an analytical exercise, but a practical tool that will help Kazakhstan make foreign trade faster, more transparent, and more predictable" he emphasized.The Ambassador of the European Union to the Republic of Kazakhstan, Aleska Simkic, noted that Kazakhstan has already established itself as a leader in digital transformation in the region. "The country is demonstrating impressive results in paperless trade and e-government development. This is a solid foundation for expanding economic ties with Europe" she said.The study also revealed that only five of the twelve participating institutions have their own digitalization departments. This finding highlights the need to strengthen institutional capacity and improve coordination between agencies. QazTrade Deputy Director General Nurlan Kulbatyrov added that the transition to completely paperless trade could increase Kazakhstan's trade turnover by 10-15% annually by reducing costs for businesses.The CART.IS analysis was conducted as part of the Ready4Trade: Fostering Prosperity through the Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor project, funded by the European Union and implemented by the International Trade Centre. The project aims to modernize trade procedures, develop regional connectivity, and support small and medium-sized businesses in Central Asian countries. The International Trade Centre is a joint agency of the World Trade Organization and the UN that helps businesses from developing countries enter global markets. The European Union, which comprises 27 Member States, promotes sustainable development, democracy, and free trade worldwide. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1100974?lang=kk

On November 5, 2025, Temirbek Nazhikanov, Deputy Head of the Department of Justice, took part in a regional seminar on ethics in public service, organized by the Office of the Akim of Kostanay region and the Department of the Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Civil Service Affairs in Kostanay region. The event was dedicated to improving the competencies of ethics commissioners, developing an ethical culture and professional behavior of civil servants, as well as preventing discrimination and violations of the principles of equality in public service. Press ServiceDepartment of JusticeKostanay region  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet-kst/press/news/details/1100964?lang=kk

Washington, D.C., November 6, 2025 – Following the visit of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to the United States, 29 agreements totaling nearly 17 billion US dollars were signed, covering key sectors such as industry, energy, digitalization, education, and innovation. The agreements mark a new stage in strengthening the strategic partnership between the two countries.A key outcome of the visit was a 2.5 billion US dollars agreement between the Ministry of Industry and Construction, Baiterek Holding, Agromash Holding KZ, Eurasia Group AG, and John Deere to localize the production of up to 3,000 agricultural machines in Kostanay and Turkestan, establish service centers, and make Kazakhstan a regional hub for spare parts and training. In the mining sector, Tau-Ken Samruk and Cove Capital signed a 1.1 billion US dollars deal to jointly develop the North Katpar and Verkhne Kairakty tungsten deposits in the Karaganda region – among the world’s largest – creating new high-value-added processing capacity.Cooperation in aviation also advanced, with Air Astana and Boeing signed a Letter of Intent for the purchase of 18 new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. This agreement will expand passenger capacity on key routes and enable flexible development of the airline’s network, connecting Kazakhstan with major business and tourism hubs in Europe, Asia, the United States, and the Middle East starting from 2026.In addition, a tripartite meeting was held with the participation of the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of Kazakhstan, Beeline Kazakhstan, and Starlink, during which a Memorandum of Understanding was signed to introduce Direct-to-Cell technology. This partnership will ensure affordable satellite connectivity across Kazakhstan, including remote areas not covered by terrestrial networks.The visit also opened new opportunities in smart transport and clean technology. Kazakhstan signed memorandums with BETA Technologies and Joby Aero Inc. worth around 300 million US dollars to develop electric aviation, air taxis, and intelligent mobility systems.In the financial and investment sphere, the National Investment Corporation of the National Bank signed agreements with Brookfield Asset Management, Cerberus Capital Management, and Ashmore Investment Advisors totaling nearly 1 billion US dollars to support infrastructure, private equity, and debt market development. The National Bank of Kazakhstan and Visa Inc. also agreed to advance digital payments, cybersecurity, and SME support through a new national competence center.Education and science cooperation represented another area of engagement. Agreements totaling around 50 million US dollars were signed with Arizona State University, Colorado School of Mines, Coursera, OpenAI, and other partners to expand dual-degree programs, digital learning tools, and academic exchange.A key initiative includes the establishment of Ulytau Technical University in Zhezkazgan with the participation of the Colorado School of Mines, aimed at training specialists for the mining and metallurgical sectors.Furthermore, the Ministry of Science and Higher Education and Educational Testing Service (ETS) signed a roadmap to modernize Kazakhstan’s national testing system using AI and adaptive learning technologies.Furthermore, NC Kazakhstan Temir Zholy JSC (KTZ) and Citibank signed a key Mandate Agreement to secure 1.6 billion US dollars in financing over 10 years for the renewal of KTZ's locomotive fleet. Deliveries of Wabtec locomotives are planned for the long term – until 2038. The locomotives will be manufactured in Kazakhstan at the Lokomotiv Kurastyru Zauyty plant JSC in Astana, a subsidiary of Wabtec Transportation Engines Holding B.V.KTZ and Wabtec also signed a cooperation agreement on personnel development. According to the document, in 2027 Wabtec will organize training for KTZ-Freight Transportation LLC employees at its production facilities in the United States. The program is aimed at training, retraining, and upgrading specialists in the operation and maintenance of TE33AТ series locomotives, including studying the features of the HPCR EVO diesel engine. Furthermore, Wabtec will continue to support internships and practical training for students and graduates of Kazakhstani universities selected under the Bolashak state program for personnel training abroad.Collaboration in healthcare and industry also expanded. Samruk-Kazyna and Ashmore Investment Advisors announced a 150 million US dollars project to create Kazakhstan’s first Western-branded multidisciplinary medical clinic, positioning the country as a regional hub for advanced healthcare.Meanwhile, 1Thirty Holding (AsiaColor) and the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU) signed a 130 million US dollars memorandum to build a vertically integrated chemical complex in the United States – Kazakhstan’s first industrial investment project in the U.S.Overall, the agreements signed during President Tokayev’s visit highlight the growing trust and long-term vision of Kazakhstan – U.S. cooperation, reaffirming both countries’ commitment to innovation, investment, and sustainable development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/invest/press/news/details/1101745?lang=kk

On November 6, 2025, the Regional Communications Service of Kostanay region hosted a briefing by the head of the department, senior bailiff of the branch "Interdistrict Territorial Department of Enforcement of Kostanay" Raykhan Tleubayeva and bailiff of the branch "Interdistrict Territorial Department of Enforcement of Kostanay" Samat Tokbaev on the topic: "On innovations in the activities of the bodies of the Department of Justice of Kostanay region." https://www.youtube.com/live/IdYbpGSxZzs?si=4bJWY1lbjFJlbFZf Press ServiceDepartment of JusticeKostanay region Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet-kst/press/news/details/1100967?lang=kk

The Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan and Oracle have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to promote collaboration in the areas of artificial intelligence, high-performance computing and cloud technologies.The signing ceremony took place in Washington during the C5+1 format business conference, which brings together representatives of the United States and Central Asian countries to enhance regional cooperation and support economic and technological development.Under the Memorandum, the parties intend to cooperate through Oracle supporting   the Ministry in its assessment of a deployment of Oracle’s solutions as a pilot AI infrastructure in Kazakhstan and related testing, in  exploring  the potential for a  phased development of cloud data centers, and in implementing pilot projects in applied artificial intelligence. The cooperation may also include Oracle's advisory in capacity-building initiatives such as specialized training and certification programs, joint research projects, and the establishment of an Oracle Competence Center in Kazakhstan. The parties plan to maintain a dialogue on regulatory and ethical aspects of AI development.Zhaslan Madiyev, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan: “This cooperation with Oracle will contribute to the development of Kazakhstan’s national AI infrastructure and digital ecosystem. It reflects our commitment to advancing technological innovation and building a strong foundation for the country’s digital economy.”Allison O’Brien, Managing Director, Government Affairs: “Oracle looks forward to support Kazakhstan in implementing its national artificial intelligence strategy. Our technologies and expertise will help accelerate digital transformation and foster innovation across sectors.”Press Service of the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/maidd/press/news/details/1100951?lang=kk

7 ноября 2025 года в Алматы состоялось выездное заседание Общественной палаты при Мажилисе Парламента РК, в котором принял участие вице-министр национальной экономики РК Бауыржан Омарбеков.В центре обсуждения - проект Закона «О внесении изменений и дополнений в Закон Республики Казахстан «О местном государственном управлении и самоуправлении»», инициированный депутатами Мажилиса.В своем выступлении вице-министр отметил значимость проводимых реформ по совершенствованию системы местного самоуправления и остановился на ключевых положениях законопроекта.Местное самоуправление, подчеркнул он, является институциональной основой гражданской активности и важным механизмом формирования доверия и ответственности между государством и обществом.Развитие избирательного институтаВице-министр напомнил, что в 2021 году были введены прямые выборы акимов сельских округов. По состоянию на 1 ноября 2025 года избрано 863 сельских акима, а с момента запуска реформы проведено почти 3,5 тысячи выборов.Следующим этапом стало внедрение прямых выборов районных акимов. В 2022 году был принят соответствующий закон, в 2023 году прошли пилотные выборы, а с текущего года - постоянные.На сегодняшний день избраны 48 районных и 4 городских акима областного значения. В текущем году выборы прошли в семи регионах страны - в Северо-Казахстанской, Алматинской, Акмолинской, Кызылординской, Туркестанской и Абайской областях, а также в одном районе Восточно-Казахстанской области.Совершенствование законодательства30 июня текущего года в Мажилис внесены законопроекты, направленные на дальнейшее развитие избирательных процессов. Они предусматривают создание избирательных фондов кандидатами в акимы, запрет на финансирование вне этих фондов и другие поправки.Одной из ключевых задач остается повышение ответственности за выполнение предвыборных обещаний.Финансовая самостоятельность и новые источники доходовФинансовая независимость названа одним из ключевых условий эффективной работы избранных акимов.С момента введения бюджета IV уровня (с 2018 года) собственные поступления в сельские бюджеты выросли в 3,5 раза - с 32,2 млрд до 112,2 млрд тенге в 2024 году.Для дальнейшего укрепления финансовой базы предлагается расширить источники доходов за счет перераспределения налогов и сборов, включая плату за использование водных ресурсов, лицензии на отдельные виды деятельности и другие платежи.Обучение и цифровизацияВ 2025 году запущена программа переподготовки акимов сельских округов, направленная на развитие управленческих компетенций и инфраструктуры. Первая волна обучения охватила 1 784 акима, вторая - стартовала в сентябре и включает 428 участников.Кроме того, в пилотном режиме реализуется проект «Цифровое рабочее место акима», обеспечивающий доступ к государственным базам данных.Пилот охватывает 34 села в 17 регионах страны. До конца года проект планируется внедрить во всех сельских округах.Бауыржан Омарбеков подчеркнул, что предлагаемые меры направлены на укрепление финансовой и институциональной самостоятельности местных органов власти, повышение прозрачности и эффективности управления на местах.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1100917?lang=kk

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The President confirmed Kazakhstan's intention to further strengthen strategic partnership with the United States – You have consistently supported the development of multifaceted cooperation between Kazakhstan and the United States. I highly appreciate this. During the first period of your presidency in the White House, our relations were legally consolidated at the level of an expanded strategic partnership. The United States is our largest investor, having invested more than $100 billion in Kazakhstan, and is the driving force of our economy. In recent years, trade turnover between our countries has doubled, approaching the $5 billion mark. We provide about 25 percent of America's demand for uranium. More than 600 American companies do business in Kazakhstan, - said the Head of State. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said that during the visit, companies from both countries signed agreements worth a total of more than $17 billion. In general, the economic potential of Kazakhstan and the United States exceeds half a trillion dollars, covering key sectors such as energy, critical minerals, industry, transport, finance, artificial intelligence, and education. The President called on American companies to take advantage of the favorable conditions created for investors in our country, and even said that he would personally support them.