10:29, 03 Mar
The financial regulator has reissued the license for Bereke Bank.
"Shocking Changes in Banking! A Major Financial Institution Just Rebranded and Got a New License—What This Means for You! Discover the Surprising Details Behind the Transformation and How It Could Impact Your Finances!"
10:17, 03 Mar
Prospects for the development of cooperation between Kazakhstan and the Holy See.
The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Roman Vasilenko, received the Apostolic Nuncio to Kazakhstan, George Panamthundil, as reported by DKnews.kz.
10:17, 03 Mar
Developing soft skills: Parliamentary transparency in action.
The OSCE Program Office in Astana, in collaboration with the Senate of the Parliament of Kazakhstan, organized a training session titled "Parliamentary Openness in Action: Developing Soft Skills for Parliamentary Assistants." The training focused on enhancing essential skills required for effective functioning within the Parliament, as reported by DKnews.kz.
10:17, 03 Mar
Kazakhstan and Austria are strengthening their partnership ties.
The Republic of Kazakhstan and the Republic of Austria have signed intergovernmental agreements to exempt holders of diplomatic passports from visa requirements and to facilitate the readmission of individuals residing unlawfully, as reported by DKnews.kz.
10:17, 03 Mar
Tokayev congratulated the President of Bulgaria on Liberation Day.
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev sent a congratulatory telegram to Bulgarian President Rumen Radev on the occasion of the country's national holiday, as reported by DKnews.kz.
09:57, 03 Mar
Kazakhstan has once again increased the production of Visa and MasterCard, similar to the surge experienced during the influx of Russians in the summer of 2022.
In January, banks in Kazakhstan ramped up the issuance of Visa and MasterCard international payment cards, according to statistics from the National Bank. This increase coincided with the announcement that, starting January 21, the validity of payment cards for foreigners in Kazakhstan would be limited to one year.
09:57, 03 Mar
New bins are set to replace the old ones in Almaty. What improvements do the new models offer over the previous versions?
In Almaty, the initiative to maintain clean streets has resurfaced, leading to a decision to replace the trash bins once again. This time, the new bins will be larger than the previous ones. This year alone, the city plans to install over 12,000 bins with capacities of 80 and 120 liters.
09:57, 03 Mar
Inflation in Kazakhstan has risen to 9.4% amid discussions of increasing VAT.
In February, inflation in Kazakhstan accelerated to 9.4%. A month earlier, it was at 8.9%, according to data from the National Statistics Bureau. On a monthly basis, inflation increased by 1.5%, compared to 1.1% in January.
09:57, 03 Mar
Kazakhstan is set to launch a National Kazakh Language Dictionary Fund, supported by AI technology.
In Kazakhstan, there are plans to establish a National Lexical Fund for the Kazakh language. The relevant document has been published on the Open Regulatory Legal Acts website.
09:57, 03 Mar
Zhumangarin is confident that Kazakhstan will achieve a 7% GDP growth.
Kazakhstan's gross domestic product (GDP) is projected to grow by 7% in 2025, according to Serik Zhumangarin, the Vice Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy. To achieve this goal, it is essential to promptly implement all ongoing investment projects in the real sector. In 2024, the GDP growth was recorded at 4.8%.
09:57, 03 Mar
"Next to a prison and a swamp." Orphans oppose the relocation from Almaty to Konayev.
The children from orphanage No. 1 in the Baganaşyl microdistrict are outraged—administration officials are attempting to downplay the scandal surrounding their relocation from an upscale area of Almaty to Konayev. The orphans are pleading to remain in their current home rather than being moved to a place "where there is no hospital, only prisons and swamps." Well-known advocates Auzhan Sain and Anna Chernova have already become involved in the situation. "Kursiv" has investigated the details of this high-profile controversy.
09:57, 03 Mar
The South Korean Defense Minister proposed to exclude fraudulent manufacturers from the state defense procurement program.
Companies that identify themselves as defense product manufacturers but do not engage in actual production should be removed from the state defense order, according to Defense Minister Ruslan Zhaksylykov. He stated that not all of the 124 companies in Kazakhstan's defense industry are legitimate producers.
09:57, 03 Mar
Tokayev congratulated the President of Bulgaria on the occasion of the holiday.
On the occasion of Liberation Day, Tokayev extended his congratulations to his colleague, Bulgarian President Rumen Radev, wishing him success and wishing prosperity and well-being to the people of the republic. This information was reported by Akorda.
09:57, 03 Mar
Residents of Almaty and the surrounding region are advised to avoid traveling outside the city due to the storm.
Kazhydromet has issued a storm warning for residents of Almaty and the Almaty region. The storm is expected to last for three days, bringing strong winds, fog, and icy conditions. Authorities are urging Kazakhstani citizens to avoid traveling outside the city and to refrain from trips to the mountains.
09:57, 03 Mar
What measures will Kazakhstan implement for AI to ensure that people continue to think critically?
Research indicates that frequent use of artificial intelligence (AI) is leading to a decline in cognitive functions among individuals. In Kazakhstan, measures will be implemented to regulate this area, ensuring that children do not lose their ability to think, analyze, and engage in critical thinking. This was revealed during the presentation of a draft law on AI.
09:57, 03 Mar
Business activity in the manufacturing sector has been increasing for 12 consecutive months.
In February, the manufacturing sector's business activity index in Kazakhstan, as reported by Freedom Holding Corp., increased from 51.5 to 52.1. A value above 50 indicates an improvement in the sector's condition, while a value below 50 signifies a decline. This positive trend has been sustained for 12 consecutive months.
09:57, 03 Mar
Children from orphanage No. 1 will not be relocated from Almaty to Konayev.
Following a major scandal, the orphans from Almaty’s Children's Home No. 1 will not be relocated to Konayev. This was announced by the Commissioner for Children's Rights, Dinara Zakiyeva.
09:57, 03 Mar
Zelensky stated that there is still a long way to go before the war with Russia comes to an end.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the road to ending the war with Russia will be a lengthy one. He made this remark to reporters at Stansted Airport in London, according to Sky News.
09:57, 03 Mar
The Ferris wheel in Astana will display photos of vandals.
The Astana administration is experimenting with new methods to combat vandalism. They plan to display photographs of offenders on the 65-meter Ferris wheel in the capital. Those identified face fines and potential arrest.
09:57, 03 Mar
KTZh aims to enforce stricter penalties for violations of railway crossing regulations.
KTZ is advocating for stricter penalties for drivers who violate railway crossing rules in Kazakhstan. According to the national carrier, there have been four accidents on railway tracks since the beginning of the year, endangering people's lives.
