The Kazakh Zhuldyz Ensemble is participating in the 18th International Festival of Children of Peace, taking place in the Kingdom of Morocco from 30 July to 6 August 2026.  More than 300 children from 20 countries representing different continents are participating in the festival.During the opening ceremony оf the festival, the young artists of the Zhuldyz Ensemble presented Kazakhstan’s national choreographic art, introducing Moroccan  and international audiences to the richness of Kazakh culture and traditions. The colourful costumes, high level of preparation and expressive performance by the ensemble members received a warm response from the audience and were accompanied by prolonged applause.The International Festival of Children of Peace is held under the honorary presidency of Her Royal Highness Princess Lalla Meryem and brings together children’s creative groups from different countries. The event aims to strengthen friendship, mutual respect and cultural dialogue among peoples.The participation of the Zhuldyz Ensemble in the festival represents an important contribution to promoting Kazakh culture abroad and further developing cultural and humanitarian cooperation between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Kingdom of Morocco. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-rabat/press/news/details/1268787?lang=ru

On August 3, 2026, a meeting of the delegation led by the Minister of Justice of the Kingdom of Morocco Abdelattif Wahbi with the Minister of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerlan Zhaksylykuly Sarsembayev was held within the framework of an official visit to Kazakhstan.During the meeting, E. Sarsembayev introduced the Moroccan delegation to the main novelties of the new Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the main areas of activity of the Ministry of Justice, legal reforms being implemented in the country, modern approaches to the development of the justice system, and achievements in the field of digitalization of public services. The Kazakh minister also noted the systematic development of cooperation between the two countries, based on mutual respect, trust and the desire to strengthen international legal cooperation.Following the negotiations, the two ministers signed the Agreement on Mutual Legal Assistance and Legal Relations in Civil Matters between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Kingdom of Morocco, as well as a Memorandum of Understanding between the ministries of the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-rabat/press/news/details/1268779?lang=ru

On 3 August, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev launched the construction of several major highway projects.A key project is the approximately 800-km Beyneu–Saksaulsk highway, which will directly connect the Chinese border with the ports of Aktau and Kuryk. The new route is expected to shorten the China–Europe corridor by approximately 1,000 km and reduce cargo delivery times by up to three days.The Kyzylorda–Saksaulsk and Ulgaysyn–Saksaulsk roads will also be modernised. These projects will further strengthen Kazakhstan’s role as a major transport and logistics hub connecting Europe and Asia. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-madrid/press/news/details/1268782?lang=ru

On 4 August, 2026, Nurgali Arystanov, Chairman of the Kazakhstan Agency of International Development “KazAID”, had a meeting with Victoire Mandonnaud, CEO and Founder of Non-governmental organization “On My Way”.During the meeting, he outlined the projects being implemented by the Agency to foster the growth of partner countries in alignment with the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).The parties discussed potential areas of cooperation to achieve the SDGs and reaffirmed their mutual interest in this field.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazaid/press/news/details/1268702?lang=ru

A deferral or installment payment of taxes and (or) fees may be granted to a taxpayer whose financial situation does not allow them to pay the tax and (or) fee within the установленный срок, provided that there are sufficient grounds to believe that the taxpayer will be able to fulfill the payment obligation within the period for which the deferral or installment plan is granted, if at least one of the following grounds exists:-the taxpayer has suffered damage as a result of force majeure (including emergencies of a social, natural, technological, or environmental nature, military actions, and other circumstances beyond the taxpayer's control);-the taxpayer's production and (or) sale of goods, performance of works, or provision of services is seasonal in nature;-the financial situation of an individual who is not registered as an individual entrepreneur (excluding property that is exempt from enforcement under the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan) does not allow for the tax to be paid in a lump sum;-a court has issued a decision on the application of a debt restructuring procedure;-the taxpayer's principal business activity belongs to a sector of the economy recognized as strategically important under the laws of the Republic of Kazakhstan;-the taxpayer has submitted an additional tax return;-the taxpayer agrees with the amounts of taxes and (or) fees assessed and specified in the notice on the results of a tax audit.The last provision does not apply to taxpayers for whom the period from the date of registration as a taxpayer to the date of submission of the application for a deferral or installment payment is less than five years.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-astana/press/news/details/1268634?lang=ru

On August 4, Kazakhstan's Ambassador to Lebanon, Rasul Jumaly, met with Colonel Prasun Singh, Commander of the Indian Peacekeeping Battalion in the UN Interim Forces in Lebanon (UNIFIL). The meeting was held as part of the resumption of the participation of Kazakhstani peacekeepers in the Indian battalion since July of this year. Colonel Singh briefed them on the progress of Kazakh peacekeepers, describing them as highly trained personnel.The parties discussed the current situation amid the ongoing conflict in the region in relation to the role of UNIFIL. They also considered possible scenarios regarding the expiration of UNIFIL's mandate by the end of 2026 and its possible reformatting.The Ambassador thanked the Indian side for its assistance in organizing the meeting and hosting the newly arrived 11 military personnel from Kazakhstan, expressing hope for continued successful cooperation between the two countries in peacekeeping.The meeting was attended by Colonel Arman Dyusekeyev, Military Attaché of the Kazakhstan Embassy in Lebanon, and accompanying personnel from UNIFIL.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-beirut/press/news/details/1268599?lang=ru

The UAPF is the single operator of Kazakhstan's funded pension system, ensuring the reliability and transparency of pension savings. Its primary objective is to accumulate citizens' pension savings and ensure their future payment. The Fund's services help citizens not only accumulate the necessary funds for a decent retirement but also actively participate in financial planning for their future. The UAPF provides various digital services to Kazakhstanis and continues to develop them, adapting to client needs. The 24/7 availability of the Fund's services on its website and mobile app is a key factor in increasing contributor interest. From January 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026, the Fund provided 28.4 million services to the public. Of these, 17.3 million were provided electronically, and 10.4 million were automated. Thus, the share of automated, electronic, and remote services amounted to 98.2% of the total. A total of 384,700 services were provided in person, including 374,400 directly at the Fund's offices.As a reminder, all pension accounts are opened in the UAPF automatically upon receipt of the first contribution. Targeted requirements are also automatically accrued to citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan under the age of 18, and targeted savings accounts (TSAs) are opened to record and pay out targeted savings to adult recipients of targeted savings under the National Fund for Children program.During the reporting period, the total number of automatically opened individual pension savings accounts (IPSAs) for all types of individual pension contributions, as well as notional pension accounts (NPSAs) for recording employer’s compulsory pension contributions (ECPCs) transferred by employers from their own funds, and targeted savings accounts (TSAs, opened to record and pay targeted savings to recipients of targeted savings under the National Fund for Children program) exceeded 1.0 million.Getting statements from IPSAs, NPSAs, and TSAs remains the most popular service. Since the beginning of the year, 18.1 million statements have been issued for all account types, 16.1 million of which were electronic and 1.7 million automatically. The UAPF reminds that accessing account status information through your personal account is the most convenient, reliable, and timely way to monitor your pension savings. The service operates online 24/7, allowing you to access up-to-date information at any time and from anywhere. Account status information is available not only through the UAPF mobile app and your personal account on the UAPF website, but also through the egov.kz portal or the e-government mobile app. This provides additional convenience for users who prefer to interact with government services through a single platform. UAPF notes that, starting in 2025, the annual automatic mailing of statements will no longer be provided. However, receiving information on pension savings by mail is still possible by submitting a request to UAPF.In addition to receiving a statement in their personal account on the website and in the mobile application, contributors (beneficiaries) have the opportunity to use services such as making changes and additions to their details, obtaining a certificate of account availability, submitting an application for the appointment of pension payments in connection with the establishment of a disability of groups 1 or 2 indefinitely or in connection with reaching the age of fifty through voluntary pension contributions, tracking the status of a payment application, transferring a portion of pension savings to an investment portfolio manager (IPM), projecting a future pension using a pension calculator, etc. Over the past period, 54,000 applications from contributors for the transfer of a portion of pension savings to the IPM trust management were accepted, most of which were in electronic format.The UAPF reminds that its unified online information platform for investment management of citizens' pension assets, invest.enpf.kz, brings together all key information about investment portfolio managers (IPMs) in a single digital space and provides a systematic approach to providing data on investment activities. On the invest.enpf.kz portal, users have access in Kazakh and Russian to information about the pension savings system, securities, investment strategies (criteria), basic concepts, and the pension asset allocation structure, as well as the financial performance of each IPM, data on the IPM's compliance with regulatory requirements, and other information allowing investors to develop a profile of their IPM and its investment activities. During the reporting period, 56,800 applications for changes to account details were received, 53,300 of which were submitted at the Fund's offices. When applying for a service from UAPF specialists, investors typically receive additional consultations and advice on savings management. As part of its outreach efforts, 29,600 roadside presentations were held, attended by 589,200 people. The number of materials published in the media based on UAPF announcements amounted to 20,100. The number of inquiries received from depositors and recipients through feedback channels (call center, website consultations, instant messaging, social media, and other communication channels) amounted to 226,500.As a reminder, any company can request an on-site presentation and consultation on the funded pension system by simply calling the call center at 1418 or through the Fund's website or mobile app.UAPF consulting services can be obtained through instant messengers (chat bot in WhatsApp and Viber at +7 777 000 14 18), call center at 1418 (free call within Kazakhstan), on the corporate website enpf.kz, as well as on the official UAPF pages on social networks Instagram, Facebook, VKontakte, Telegram, Odnoklassniki.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-rudnyi-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1268587?lang=ru

 As of July 1, 2026, the net investment income earned by the NBRK since April 1, 2014 (following the consolidation of pension assets into the UAPF) amounted to over 11.15 trillion tenge. Taking into account payments made, its share of the total pension savings of contributors (beneficiaries) is 41.4%, confirming the significant contribution of investment income to increasing citizens' pension savings. If we consider the results of investment activities over the past 12 months, then based on the results of managing the pension assets of the NBRK, formed through compulsory pension contributions (CPC), compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPC) and voluntary pension contributions (VPC), the amount of accrued investment income over the past 12 months from July 2025 to June 2026 amounted to approximately 2.51 trillion tenge, the return for this period was 10.29%.For pension assets formed through employer's compulsory pension contributions (ECPC), accrued investment income over the past 12 months as of July 1, 2026, amounted to 122.77 billion tenge, with a return of 16.84% for this period.It is important to note that the return on pension assets for individual short-term periods is not an indicator of their management effectiveness, as income from financial instruments and other transactions accrued over a short period does not always cover fluctuations in securities prices and exchange rates over a given period. Therefore, an objective analysis of investment income is advisable over a longer period.The accumulated investment return since the inception of the funded pension system in 1998 as of July 1, 2026, was 1,109.05%, with inflation for the entire period at 995.04%.As a reminder, contributors have the right to transfer a portion of their pension assets (currently up to 50% of pension savings through CPC, COPC, and up to 100% of pension savings through the VPC) to a private investment portfolio manager (IPM) that meets the regulator's requirements.Contributors can choose one of three investment portfolios within which the IPM operates:the Ki (12) portfolio, which is suitable for all investors, regardless of age. The minimum return is calculated over the past 12 months;the Ki (36) portfolio, which is designed for those with at least three years left until retirement. The minimum return is calculated over a 36-month period;the Ki (60) portfolio, which is designed for contributors with a long-term horizon (more than 13 years until retirement). The minimum return is determined over a 60-month period. The entire investment management and pension asset accounting system is transparent: each contributor can view their investment income in their personal account on the enpf.kz website or in the mobile app.Information on the investment management of UAPF pension assets and the financial instruments in which UAPF pension assets are invested, as well as on investment results, is published on the official UAPF website (www.enpf.kz) in the section “Statistics and Analytics/Investment Management of Pension Assets,” on the invest.enpf.kz portal, and in the Fund’s information materials.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-rudnyi-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1268591?lang=ru

UAPF JSC (UAPF, the Fund) presents a report on pension asset management by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NBRK) and investment portfolio managers (IPM) on the enpf.kz website in the "Statistics and Analytics - Pension Asset Investment Management" section. The total volume of pension assetsmanaged by the NBRK and IPMs as of July 1, 2026, amounted to KZT 28,081.70 bln. As of this date, UAPF's pension assets held in trust by the NBRK, formed through compulsory pension contributions (CPCs), compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPCs), and voluntary pension contributions (VPCs), amounted to approximately KZT26,786.27bln. The volume of pension assets formed through employer’s compulsory pension contributions (ECPCs) held in trust by the NBRK amounted to KZT1,173.59bln.Pension assets under IPM managementamounted to KZT121.84 bln.  Investment portfolio of pension assets managedby the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan The National Bank of Kazakhstan, as the trustee of the UAPF pension assets, pursues a balanced investment policy: investing in various types of financial instruments, diversifying the portfolio by currency, country, sector, and issuer.According to information provided by the National Bank of Kazakhstan, the main investment areas of pension assets formed through CPC, COPC, and VPC as of July 1, 2026, are as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 43.32%, bonds of quasi-public companies – 7.87%, deposits of the National Bank of Kazakhstan – 3.71%, bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 2.57%, shares and depositary receipts of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 2.07%, IFI – 0.97%, and government securities of foreign countries – 0.41%.38.37% of assets are invested through index management. This approach involves creating an investment portfolio focused on a benchmark portfolio, which is a set of securities reflecting the contributor's strategic interests. The benchmark portfolio's return serves as a metric for assessing management effectiveness. The benchmark portfolio is based on indices developed and monitored by leading global financial companies or the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Index management of assets is carried out by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan both independently and with the involvement of foreign management companies in certain areas, including sub-portfolios of bonds from developed and developing countries, corporate bonds, and equities.The investment portfolio, broken down by currencies in which financial instruments acquired through the CPC, COPC, and VPC are denominated, as of July 1, 2026, is as follows: investments in national currency – 59.00%, in US dollars – 41.00% of the pension asset portfolio.As a result of investments, interest income on securities, including deposits and reverse repo transactions, amounted to KZT1,114.54bln, income from market revaluation of securities amounted to KZT91.69 bln, income from assets under external management, including those adjusted for exchange rate revaluation, amounted to KKZT127.62 bln, and other income amounted to KZT3.33 bln.The market revaluation of foreign currency, excluding assets under external management, was negative.The accrued investment income for the last 12 months from July 2025 to June 2026 amounted to approximately 2.51 trillion tenge, with a return of 10.29% for this period. The ECPC's investment portfolio as of July 1, 2026, is as follows: government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 88.17%, deposits of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 8.74%, repo transactions – 3.08%, and cash in investment accounts – 0.01%.The investment portfolio, funded by the ECPC, includes only financial instruments denominated in national currency. Interest income on securities, including deposits and reverse repo transactions, amounted to KZT69.44 bln. The revaluation of securities brought contributors KZT1.69 bln.As of July 1, 2026, accrued investment income over the past 12 months amounted to KZT122.77 bln, with a return of 16.84% for the period.A detailed breakdownof the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan, including issuers, and an overview of investment activities are available on the UAPF's official website. Information on the portfolio structure of pension assetsformed through the ECPC is also available on the enpf.kz website.Investmentportfoliomanagers The total volume of pension assets under IPM management is KZT121.84 bln.As of July 1, 2026, pension assets under the trust management of Alatau City Invest JSC amounted to KZT19.32 bln.The company's main investments: Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) units – 31.79%, shares and depositary receipts of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 14.57%, bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 10.80%, government securities of foreign governments – 9.42%, corporate bonds of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 8.19%, bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 6.24%, repo – 4.99%, corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 4.28%, microfinance organizations – 2.94%.Please note that 54.48% of the portfolio is held in tenge, 44.66% in US dollars, and 0.86% in other currencies.The return on pension assets over the past 12 months from July 2025 to June 2026 was 13.88%.A detailed breakdownof the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Alatau City Invest JSC, including issuers, is available on the UAPF website. As of July 1, 2026, UAPF pension assets held in trust by BCC Invest JSC amounted to KZT15.53 bln.Main investment areas: Government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 28.58%, bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 20.35%, bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 15.72%, shares and depositary receipts issued by organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 9.00%, corporate bonds of issuers-residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 8.12%, units of Exchange Traded Funds whose asset structure mirrors the structure of the MSCI ACWI Index components – 5.55%, corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 5.42%.Investments in national currency accounted for 67.76% of the portfolio, in US dollars – 32.24%.The return on pension assets at the beginning of the year was 5.98%, and over the last 12 months from July 2025 to June 2026, it was 11.41%.A detailed structureof the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by BCC Invest JSC, with an indication of issuers, is presented on the UAPF website. As of July 1, 2026, pension assets held in trust by Halyk Global Markets JSC amounted to KZT6.95 bln.The main investments in the portfolio structure are as follows: equity instruments of foreign issuers (ETF units) - 26.64%, bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 17.64%, bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 15.45%, reverse repo (no more than 90 calendar days) - 10.39%, notes of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 7.04%, shares and depositary receipts issued by organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 6.10%, corporate bonds of organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 5.91%, government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan - 5.58%, securities with government status issued by the central governments of foreign states - 4.97%.It should be noted that 63.26% of the portfolio is held in tenge, and 36.74% in US dollars.The return on pension assets over the past 12 months was 12.37%.A detailed breakdown of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Halyk Global Markets JSC, including issuers, is available on the UAPF website. As of July 1, 2026, pension assets under trust management by Halyk Finance, a subsidiary of Halyk Bank of Kazakhstan, amounted to KZT65.58 bln.The main investments in the portfolio structure are as follows: bonds of second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 21.51%, bonds of quasi-public organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 14.17%, units of Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) – 11.59%, government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 8.10%, shares and depositary receipts of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 7.67%, reverse repo (up to 90 calendar days) – 7.32%, corporate bonds of issuers of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 7.02%, MFOs – 4.39%, corporate bonds of foreign issuers – 4.19%, notes of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 1.21%.64.89% of the portfolio is invested in instruments in national currency, 35.11% in US dollars. The return on pension assets over the past 12 months from July 2025 to June 2026 was 11.69%.A detailed breakdownof the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Halyk Finance Subsidiaryof Halyk Bank of Kazakhstan JSC, including issuers, is available on the UAPF website. As of July 1, 2026, pension assets under trust management by Tansar Capital JSC amounted to KZT0.32 bln.The main investments in the portfolio structure are as follows: Repo – 37.33%, Exchange Traded Funds (the asset structure of which mirrors the structure of the MSCI ACWI Index components) – 32.27%, ETFs on major stock indices – 7.32%, shares and depositary receipts issued by organizations of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 4.71%.42.35% of the portfolio is invested in national currency instruments, and 57.65% in US dollars.Tansar Capital JSC began managing pension assets on April 8, 2026. The return on pension assets since the beginning of management has amounted to 1.84%.A detailed breakdown of the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Tansar Capital JSC, including issuers, is available on the UAPF website. As of July 1, 2026, UAPF's pension assets, held in trust by Centras Securities JSC, amounted to approximately KZT14.14 bln.22.70% of the portfolio was invested in bonds of Kazakhstan's second-tier banks, 16.24% in repos, 13.75% in bonds of Kazakhstan's quasi-public organizations, 13.63% in corporate bonds of Kazakhstan's issuers, 6.95% in US government bonds, 4.73% in corporate bonds of foreign issuers, 4.52% in government securities of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, 3.59% in shares and depositary receipts of foreign issuers, and 3.34% in shares and depositary receipts of Kazakhstan's resident issuers.Investments in national currency constituted 70.51% of the portfolio, while those in US dollars accounted for 29.49%.The return on pension assets over the past 12 months from July 2025 to June 2026 was 18.66%.A detailed breakdownof the investment portfolio of financial instruments managed by Centras Securities JSC, including issuers, is available on the UAPF website. As a reminder, UAPF has launched a unified online information platform for investment management of citizens' pension assets, invest.enpf.kz, which consolidates all key information about pension funds in a single digital space and provides a systematic approach to providing data on investment activities. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-rudnyi-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1268581?lang=ru

В Шымкенте ведётся цифровизация тепловых сетей: внутритрубная диагностика с применением искусственного интеллектаВ городе Шымкент на системной основе продолжается реализация мероприятий по цифровизации тепловых сетей и повышению их надежности. В рамках данного направления впервые в Казахстане в качестве пилотного проекта внедрена технология внутритрубной диагностики, позволяющая с высокой точностью оценивать техническое состояние магистральных тепловых сетей. Система, использующая технологии искусственного интеллекта, позволяет выявлять скрытые дефекты трубопроводов, планировать ремонтные работы на основе их фактического технического состояния и эффективно использовать финансовые ресурсы. Это способствует повышению надежности инженерной инфраструктуры, предотвращению аварийных ситуаций и обеспечению жителей качественным и бесперебойным теплоснабжением. В настоящее время в рамках проекта проводится диагностика магистральных тепловых сетей общей протяженностью 5 километров на семи участках города. Данная инициатива реализуется в рамках исполнения поручений Главы государства по развитию цифровизации и технологий искусственного интеллекта и направлена на повышение эффективности управления инженерной инфраструктурой города Шымкента.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent-energetika-kommunal/press/news/details/1268570?lang=ru

In connection with the questions received regarding the cancellation of the state guarantee for recipients of pension payments regarding the safety of their pension savings in the amount of actually paid compulsory pension contributions (CPC), compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPC) taking into account the level of accumulated inflation, the UAPF comments as follows. The state guarantees and regulates.Article 217 of the Social Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan provides that, from January 1, 2027, “The State guarantees to recipients of pension payments the safety of compulsory pension contributions, compulsory occupational pension contributions in the unified accumulative pension fund in the amount of compulsory pension contributions, compulsory occupational pension contributions actually made.”The state guarantees the safety of pension assets by regulating the activities of the UAPF and private investment portfolio managers (IPMs), establishing investment requirements for the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NBRK) and IPMs, requirements for diversification and risk mitigation when investing pension assets, and other regulatory standards.NBRK manages pension assets with goals aimed at preserving pension savings and achieving long-term real returns.The IPM bears statutory responsibility for the trust management of pension assets and, in the event of a negative difference between the nominal return received by the IPM and the minimum return value calculated in accordance with the regulator’s requirements, compensates for the negative difference from the IPM’s own capital. The state provides multi-level control.The pension asset investment management system remains under multi-level government control.- The National Fund Management Council (NFMC), chaired by the Head of State, determines the main directions of investment policy, considers proposals to improve management efficiency, and reviews annual reports on the UAPF's activities in terms of pension asset management.- The government approves a list of financial instruments permitted for acquisition using pension assets held in trust by NBRK.- To ensure the safety of pension savings and the achievement of long-term real returns, NBRK develops and approves the UAPF investment declaration and manages pension assets. At the same time, the Social Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan establishes the principle of solidarity and collective responsibility of the state, employers, and citizens in the social security system, including pension provision, as is accepted in international practice. Participation of contributors in the management of pension assets.Article 40 of the Social Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan grants contributors the right to independently decide whether to transfer their pension savings to the management of a IPM and/or maintain them under the management of NBRK.In September 2026, legislative changes will also come into force, expanding contributors' investment options. While contributors can currently transfer up to 50% of their compulsory and compulsory occupational savings and up to 100% of their voluntary savings to IPM management, starting in the fall, they will be able to transfer both voluntary pension savings and savings formed through compulsory pension contributions (CPCs) and compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPCs) to IPM management in full.Contributors have the right to independently select one or more IPMs, as well as various investment portfolios—that is, investment strategies for managing pension assets offered by IPMs, which vary in risk level, expected return, and investment term.To assess the effectiveness of the investment management of pension funds, composite indices (benchmarks) tracked by leading global financial companies, such as MSCI and Bloomberg, as well as indices of Kazakhstan Stock Exchange JSC, are used. IPMs guarantee a set level of investment return, and if the return falls below the market benchmark, the IPM is obligated to compensate for the difference from its own capital. Therefore, investors have the right to independently choose different investment asset managers and different investment strategies (portfolios) for their pension savings. Under market-based approaches to pension asset management, the legal and economic rationale for a state guarantee of inflation loses its significance. Ensuring transparency in pension asset management.UAPF, 100% owned by the government, is the single infrastructure institution in the pension market. With contributors exercising their right to transfer their savings to the management of investment portfolio managers (IPMs), the institutional role of the UAPF has expanded. UAPF is a unified accounting and information center for all contributors, operating their individual pension savings accounts regardless of who manages the assets (NBRK and/or the IPM, at the contributor’s discretion).UAPF provides accessible services related to pension asset management, fully reflecting information on individuals' savings in statements 24/7. Furthermore, an online information platform (invest.enpf.kz) has been launched for UAPF contributors as a modern digital resource that allows them to compare asset management results across all managers (NBRK and the IPM). Invest.enpf.kz provides access to performance information and allows for dynamic comparison of data across asset managers and their portfolios over a specified period. Thus, the funded pension system and pension provision for Kazakhstanis as a whole remain under the regulation, control, and responsibility of the state. At the same time, the role of other participants—employees and employers—in the formation of pension savings increases, in line with international practice.  For reference. Over the 28 years of its existence, Kazakhstan's funded pension system has demonstrated stability and sustainability. Pension assets amount to approximately 28 trillion tenge. The volume of pension benefits from the UAPF is constantly increasing: in 2024, it exceeded 1 trillion tenge, in 2025 – 1.5 trillion tenge, and over the first five months of 2026, pension benefits amounted to approximately 917 billion tenge.The share of investment income in total savings exceeds 40%. Over the long term, investment returns significantly exceed accrued inflation. Since the inception of the funded pension system in 1998, as of June 1, 2026, the cumulative return was 1,095.39%, with inflation for the entire period at 986.70%.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-rudnyi-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1268572?lang=ru

International experience shows that countries use various mechanisms to protect pension savings depending on the specifics of their national pension system. In most countries, the protection of pension system participants' rights is ensured by mechanisms such as insurance against the risk of default on pension payment obligations, state oversight of pension funds and management companies, and the establishment of requirements for their financial stability and risk management systems. Consequently, the primary focus is on creating a robust regulatory system, effective oversight, and the distribution of responsibilities between the state, funds, and management companies.In the United States, defined benefit (DB) corporate pension plans are protected by the federal insurance system through the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC)[1], which ensures that employees' pension obligations under the corporate pension plan are met (up to statutory limits) in the event of the employer's default on the employee's retirement savings. In the United Kingdom, the Pension Protection Fund (PPF)[2] performs similar functions. Similar mechanisms exist in Germany. However, these insurance systems only apply to defined benefit (DB) corporate pension plans and do not apply to defined contribution (DC) pension plans. Some countries provide mechanisms to ensure a minimum return on pension savings. These can be set either in absolute nominal terms (e.g., Belgium, Switzerland, Malaysia, Singapore) or in relative terms, i.e., compared to a certain benchmark, such as the average return (in Latin American countries). In Belgium and Switzerland, legislation sets a minimum nominal rate of return on mandatory occupational pension funds, which is used to calculate the employer's obligations under its employee's pension plans. In several Latin American countries (Chile, Colombia, El Salvador), the minimum return is determined relative to the average return among the corresponding types of pension funds. If the pension fund manager (AFP) fails to meet the minimum return, the difference is covered by established reserves (guarantee reserve). A number of Asian countries also have minimum return requirements for pension savings. In Malaysia, the Employees' Pension Fund (EPF) guarantees a nominal return on pension savings of at least 2.5% per annum. In Singapore, the Central Provident Fund (CPF) provides a minimum nominal return of 2.5% to 4% per annum (depending on the account type). In virtually all OECD countries, the activities of pension funds and management companies are subject to risk-based government oversight, accompanied by strict requirements for capital adequacy, reserve formation, risk management systems, and compliance with professional investment standards for client assets. Thus, as funded pension systems develop, the emphasis is increasingly shifting to effective regulation, risk-based supervision, and expanding the rights and investment opportunities of contributors. Kazakhstan's pension system is also developing in this direction. As a reminder, legislative changes provide for expanded opportunities for citizens to manage their pension savings. Contributors will be able to independently select one or more management companies offering various investment strategies and portfolios and entrust them with the management of up to 100% of their savings. With expanding investment opportunities and the implementation of measures to improve pension provision, approaches to preserving pension savings are also changing. Effective January 1, 2027, the state guarantee will be to ensure the preservation of compulsory pension contributions and compulsory occupational pension contributions to the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund (UAPF) in the amount of actual contributions. The state's primary obligations, however, focus on maintaining the adequacy of the state component of pensions (basic and solidarity pensions).  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-rudnyi-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1268574?lang=ru

The Department of State Revenue for the Mangystau region draws taxpayers' attention to the procedure for applying temporary restrictions on departure from the Republic of Kazakhstan.Starting from July 1, 2026, in accordance with Article 189 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the tax authorities have the right to initiate a temporary travel restriction in respect of:- the first head of the legal entity (or the person replacing him);- head of the structural division of a legal entity;- individual entrepreneur;- a person engaged in private practice.Such a measure is applied only if the following conditions are fulfilled simultaneously:- the tax debt exceeds the established limit;- the debt is not repaid for more than three months from the date of its occurrence;- the taxpayer has already been subjected to enforcement measures provided for by law (blocking of bank accounts, collection from debtors, restriction of disposal of property, etc.).A temporary travel restriction resolution is issued by the tax authority, signed by the head (or deputy head) of the state revenue authority and is subject to mandatory court approval in accordance with the procedure established by the Civil Procedure Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The restriction does not apply without judicial approval.After full repayment of the tax debt or termination of the tax obligation, the restriction is subject to cancellation. The cancellation order is also sanctioned by the court.The Department of State Revenue for the Mangystau region recommends that taxpayers regularly monitor the status of settlements with the budget through the taxpayer's office, timely fulfill tax obligations and promptly respond to notifications from tax authorities. This will avoid the use of enforcement measures, including temporary travel restrictions.If you have any questions about debt and how to repay it, you can contact the state revenue authorities or use electronic services. (Unofficial translation)Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-mangistau/press/news/details/1268561?lang=ru

Under the chairmanship of the regional akim Kumar Aksakalov, a meeting of the akimat was held, where the progress of preparations for the upcoming heating season was reviewed.The Head of State instructed to ensure the high-quality implementation of infrastructure projects and to strengthen control over preparations for the upcoming heating season.The past heating season passed without serious emergency situations. Compared to the 2022–2023 heating season, the number of accidents on heating networks decreased sixfold — from 830 to 134. In recent years, significant funds have been allocated for the modernization of engineering infrastructure. The number of appeals and complaints from the population decreased almost fivefold — from 96 to 20.«This is a clear result of the preparations carried out for the heating season. We continue to invest significant funds in the development of engineering infrastructure. Thanks to this, the number of accidents on heating networks compared to the previous heating season has decreased almost twofold — from 254 to 134. All this is the result of comprehensive preparation for the heating season,» noted Kumar Aksakalov.Reports at the meeting were presented by the head of the regional department of energy and housing and communal services, as well as the akims of the cities of Kostanay, Rudny, Arkalyk, and the Zhitikara district.The head of the region warned that if facts of failure to obtain readiness certificates for energy facilities are recorded in cities and districts in the autumn, the respective akims will be held personally accountable.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1268554?lang=ru

The Tourism Department of the East Kazakhstan Region informs entrepreneurs about the current government support measures aimed at developing the tourism industry in the Republic of Kazakhstan.In accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Tourist Activities in the Republic of Kazakhstan", the following government support measures are available to business entities operating in the tourism sector:Reimbursement of 10% of the Costs for the Construction and Reconstruction of Tourism Facilities and Roadside Service FacilitiesEntrepreneurs are entitled to reimbursement of 10% of the actual costs incurred for the construction or reconstruction of tourism facilities and roadside service facilities.To receive the reimbursement, an application must be submitted to the local executive body at the location of the facility by 1 June of the calendar year, either in paper or electronic form (by mail or in person).The following documents shall be attached to the application:constituent documents of the legal entity or documents of the individual entrepreneur;commissioning (acceptance) certificate of the facility;design (design and estimate) documentation with a positive expert opinion;photo and video evidence of the facility;an extract confirming the VAT growth dynamics for the previous two years (in cases provided for by the Rules);a certificate confirming the absence of tax arrears.Reimbursement of 25% of the Cost of Tourist BusesA reimbursement of 25% of the cost of motor vehicles with more than eight passenger seats (excluding the driver's seat), purchased by business entities engaged in tourism activities, is provided.To receive the reimbursement, an application must be submitted to the local executive body at the place of registration by 1 June of the calendar year.The following documents shall be attached to the application:constituent documents of the legal entity or documents of the individual entrepreneur;power of attorney (if submitted by a representative);information on the presence or absence of tax arrears;vehicle registration certificate;documents confirming the purchase of the bus (electronic invoice, sale and purchase agreement or loan agreement);for imported vehicles – a customs declaration or an import application bearing the mark of the tax authority;photo and video evidence of the vehicle.Subsidization of the Costs for the Maintenance of Sanitary and Hygienic FacilitiesBusiness entities may receive subsidies covering part of the costs for maintaining sanitary and hygienic facilities located in tourist destinations and along tourist routes. This measure is aimed at improving tourism infrastructure and creating comfortable conditions for travelers.To receive the subsidy, the applicant shall submit an application and the documents stipulated by the Rules on Subsidizing Part of the Costs for the Maintenance of Sanitary and Hygienic Facilities within the timeframes and in accordance with the procedure established by the legislation.Where to Apply?Applications for government support measures shall be submitted to the local executive body in accordance with the procedures and deadlines established by the relevant Rules.For консультации on the preparation of documents, eligibility requirements, and the procedure for obtaining government support measures, entrepreneurs of the East Kazakhstan Region may contact the Tourism Department of the East Kazakhstan Region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tourism-vko/press/news/details/1268540?lang=ru

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Dear residents of Kostanay region!Dear compatriots, guests of the celebration!I congratulate all of you on the 90th anniversary of our region!Head of State Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich Tokayev has sent his congratulations on the occasion of the 90th anniversary of Kostanay region. Allow me to present it to your attention.«Dear residents of Kostanay region!I sincerely congratulate you on the 90th anniversary of the formation of Kostanay region!The land of Kostanay is renowned for its rich traditions and distinctive culture. Over the past years, the region, known as the golden cradle of peace, unity, and prosperity, has achieved significant progress, turning into one of the country's main breadbaskets.Kostanay region holds a special place in the history of our country. Great enlighteners and thinkers such as Ibrai Altynsarin, Akhmet Baitursynov, Beimbet Mailin, and many other outstanding figures were born here. Their selfless service to the people contributed to a significant expansion of the horizons of national spirituality.Today, the region's economy is developing dynamically. Thanks to the hard work of its citizens, the region is confidently moving along the path of prosperity, demonstrating high achievements in all spheres. Kostanay residents consistently set a wonderful example of unity and patriotism. A vivid confirmation of this is the active participation of local residents in the republican referendum held in March, during which they overwhelmingly voted in support of the new Constitution.I want to express my sincere gratitude to all citizens whose labor creates the well-being of the region. I am confident that you will continue to actively participate in the implementation of creative initiatives aimed at building a Just Kazakhstan and realizing the principle of «Law and Order».I wish you good health and further success!May Kostanay region prosper!Sincerely,President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev». Dear compatriots!Today we are celebrating not just an anniversary. The 90th anniversary of Kostanay region – is nine decades of glorious history, continuity of generations, selfless labor, and high achievements.All the achievements that our land is proud of today are the result of the labor and efforts of our people. The land of Kostanay has always been and remains a reliable pillar of Independent Kazakhstan.Today, our region is confidently moving forward. We are strengthening the industrial and agricultural potential of the region, developing infrastructure, building housing, roads, schools, and hospitals. All our achievements – are the result of great trust in the region, large-scale investments, and, most importantly, the tireless work of Kostanay residents.We have a clear vision of the future, strong will, and enormous potential. We will continue to work together to create a strong, comfortable, and prosperous land that our children and grandchildren will be proud of!Dear compatriots!The land of Kostanay has always been a land of well-being and unity, talented individuals, and rich spirituality. Today you have witnessed the traditional regional festival «Өнеріміз саған, Қазақстан!». This is a celebration of art.The festival has become a significant event that enlivens the cultural life of the Tobol-Turgai region and glorifies the traditions of our people.Once again, I wholeheartedly congratulate you on the 90th anniversary of our region!I wish everyone good health, and to your families – well-being and prosperity.May our country be peaceful, our people – calm and prosperous, and may our native land continue to flourish!  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1268506?lang=ru

A press conference dedicated to the implementation of the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Amnesty in connection with the adoption of the new Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan" was held in the Regional Communications Service of Pavlodar region. The speakers of the event were Asem Dyusembekova, Head of the Legal Department of the Department of State Revenue for the Pavlodar region, and Tolegen Shaimardanov, Head of the Department of Explanatory Work and the Contact Center. The speakers explained in detail the procedure for the exemption of citizens and entrepreneurs from administrative penalties by the state revenue authorities.The amnesty covers individuals, individual entrepreneurs, as well as individuals engaged in private practice – notaries, lawyers, private bailiffs and mediators. Fines that have not been executed as of July 1, 2026, are subject to write-off for procedural violations, such as late tax reporting, violations in the use of cash registers, deviations from registration deadlines, and most customs procedures.The main feature of the amnesty is its automatic nature: taxpayers do not need to personally contact the state revenue authorities or submit any applications, since the termination of proceedings and interaction with bailiffs are carried out by the state revenue authorities without a personal request from taxpayers.At the same time, the speakers stressed that the amnesty does not cover fines imposed in court, as well as penalties for intentional tax evasion, concealment of taxable objects and underestimation of amounts in reporting. All procedural measures to write off the fines will be fully completed by the end of 2026.Department of Explanatory Work and Contact CenterState Duma of the Pavlodar region   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1268490?lang=ru

Bucharest, 10 August 2026 – A meeting between Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan Amangeldy Sainov and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Romania Oana Țoiu was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Romania, during which the Ambassador presented copies of his Letters of Credence.Oana Țoiu congratulated the Ambassador on his appointment to the responsible diplomatic post and expressed the Romanian side’s readiness to provide assistance and support in his diplomatic activities.During the meeting, the sides discussed the current state and prospects of Kazakhstan–Romania cooperation in the political, trade and economic, as well as cultural and humanitarian spheres, noting the positive dynamics of political dialogue and the increased intensity of contacts between the two countries.At the conclusion of the meeting, the sides reaffirmed their interest in maintaining regular contacts and working jointly to expand and strengthen bilateral cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-bucharest/press/news/details/1271870?lang=ru