Government decisions

Government Launches Regional Inspections for Flood Preparedness

During a working visit to Karaganda Region, Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbayev inspected the region’s preparedness for the flood season, assessed the condition of key hydraulic structures, and visited settlements in Bukhar-Zhyrau, Karkaraly, Shet, and Abai districts that are at risk of flooding.

Olzhas Bektenov Holds Meeting on Implementation of Presidential Instructions within the Data Center Valley Project

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov chaired a meeting to review the progress of the “Data Center Valley” project in line with the tasks set by the President at the Fifth Meeting of the National Kurultai.

Olzhas Bektenov Discusses Cross-Border Cooperation with Orenburg Region Governor Yevgeny Solntsev

Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov received Governor of Orenburg Region of the Russian Federation Yevgeny Solntsev. The parties reviewed current issues of interregional cooperation in trade, industrial collaboration, transport and logistics infrastructure, as well as the development of cultural and humanitarian ties.

Water Consumption Limits Approved in Kazakhstan to Ensure a Stable Vegetation Period

At the Government session, Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Nurzhan Nurzhigitov reported on water availability forecasts and measures being taken in preparation for the upcoming vegetation period.

Areas Under Oilseed and Fodder Crops Expanded in Kazakhstan Ahead of the Upcoming Sowing Campaign

At the Government session, Minister of Agriculture Aidarbek Saparov reported on preparations for the spring fieldwork campaign and presented the projected structure of sown areas for 2026.

Thanks to the Support of the Head of State, Significant Funding Allocated for the Third Consecutive Year — Olzhas Bektenov on 1 Trillion Tenge Financing for the Sowing Campaign

At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, progress in preparations for the spring fieldwork campaign was reviewed in light of the tasks set by the Head of State. Reports were delivered by Minister of Agriculture Aidarbek Saparov, Minister of Energy Yerlan Akkenzhenov, Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Nurzhan Nurzhigitov, as well as heads of key grain-producing regions.

VAT Exemption on Fuel Imports, Taxation of Gardening Cooperatives, and Interaction with the Self-Employed Discussed at Project Office Meeting

Another set of issues related to the implementation of the new Tax Code was discussed at the sixth meeting of the Project Office chaired by Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin.

Olzhas Bektenov Holds a Meeting of the Board of Directors of Samruk-Kazyna

Implementation of the Head of State’s Instructions: 39.5 Billion Tenge in Private Investment to Expand Pharmaceutical Production in Shymkent

As part of the Head of State’s instructions to increase the share of domestic production in the pharmaceutical sector, the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan has approved an Investment Agreement between the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan and Khimfarm JSC for the project “Ensuring More Affordable Medicines for the Population and Increasing the Share of Domestic Pharmaceutical Production in the Republic of Kazakhstan.”

Government Reviews Price Situation for Socially Significant Food Products in the Regions

Chaired by Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin, the Government reviewed the price situation for socially significant food products.

Serik Zhumangarin Meets with Business Representatives of West Kazakhstan Region

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov Chairs Investment Climate Council Meeting

Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov chaired a meeting of the Council on Improving the Investment Climate, focusing on the implementation of agreements reached by the heads of state within the framework of the C5+1 format between the countries of Central Asia and the United States.

Olzhas Bektenov Holds Talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Participates in India AI Impact Summit 2026

On behalf of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, during a working visit to New Delhi, held a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister of the Republic of India Narendra Modi and took part in the international India AI Impact Summit 2026.

Kazakhstan Increases Exports of Processed Agricultural Products

Minister of Agriculture Aidarbek Saparov reported at the Government session on measures being taken to expand and deepen the processing of agricultural products.

Investments in the Country’s Industrial Framework to Reach $400 Billion by 2029

Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin presented a strategy for qualitative economic diversification and the formation of a new growth model at the Government session. In line with the tasks set by the Head of State, the key priority is the creation of a modern industrial framework through the development of manufacturing and high-tech industries.

Olzhas Bektenov Instructs Expansion of Support Measures to Develop the Manufacturing Industry

At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, further measures to diversify the economy were reviewed.

Support for SMEs and Development of Sports Infrastructure: Prime Minister Reviews Projects in the Capital

Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov, during a working visit to the city of Astana, reviewed projects in the field of small and medium-sized businesses, as well as the development of modern sports infrastructure.

Olzhas Bektenov Inspects Implementation of Presidential Instructions in Industrial and Digital Infrastructure Sectors

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, during a working visit to the city of Astana, inspected the implementation of key industrial and digital development projects of the capital in accordance with the President’s instructions on economic diversification and the development of technological infrastructure.

Olzhas Bektenov Inspects Astana’s Energy Infrastructure

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, during a working visit to the city of Astana, reviewed the development of the capital’s energy infrastructure at CHPP-3 in line with the tasks set by the President at the expanded Government meeting on modernization and commissioning of new capacities.

Kazakhstan and the World Bank Discuss a New Country Partnership Framework for 2026–2031

Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin held a meeting with representatives of the World Bank Group to discuss the development of a new Country Partnership Framework with Kazakhstan for 2026–2031.

Government Reviewed the Measles Epidemiological Situation and Vaccination Coverage

A Government meeting on the spread of infectious diseases was held under the chairmanship of Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan Aida Balayeva. A separate agenda item addressed the spread of measles.

Olzhas Bektenov Holds Meeting on the Implementation of the President’s Instructions Given at the Expanded Government Session

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting on the implementation of the instructions of the Head of State given at the expanded session of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan on February 10 of this year.

Government Strengthens Targeting and Oversight in the Social Sector: Inefficient Use of 288 Billion Tenge Prevented

At the expanded session of the Government chaired by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov emphasized that all social obligations of the state are being fulfilled in full.

Implementation of the President’s Instructions: Deep Processing Projects in the Agro-Industrial Sector Are Being Implemented in Kazakhstan

At the expanded meeting of the Government chaired by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov noted that within the framework of developing the agro-industrial sector, a priority area is increasing capacity for deep processing of agricultural products.

Olzhas Bektenov: More Than 200 New Industrial Facilities Commissioned Over the Year

Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov, at an expanded meeting of the Government chaired by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, reported on the work being carried out to develop the infrastructure of special economic zones and industrial zones, address energy shortages, develop industry, and attract investment.

Olzhas Bektenov Reported to the President on the Implementation of Instructions to Strengthen the Country’s Economy

At the expanded meeting of the Government chaired by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov reported on the work being carried out to ensure sustainable economic development.

Implementation of the President’s Instructions: Development of the Transport Sector and Logistics Potential of Kazakhstan

In 2025, Kazakhstan’s transport sector continued its systematic development aimed at strengthening the country’s transit and logistics potential, modernizing infrastructure, and improving transport efficiency. These areas were implemented in line with the instructions of the Head of State, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.

Olzhas Bektenov: The Draft Constitution Creates an Environment of Trust and Long-Term Partnership Between the State and Business

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting on entrepreneurship development with representatives of the oil and gas and energy sectors, the mining and metallurgical industry, the agro-industrial complex, members of relevant associations, and experts from all regions at the platform of the National Chamber of Entrepreneurs Atameken.

Implementation of the President’s Instructions: New Generation Capacity and Investment Are Transforming Kazakhstan’s Power System

As part of the implementation of the instructions of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, delivered on 28 January 2025 at an expanded meeting of the Government, comprehensive efforts are underway to ensure the systemic development of the electric power sector and transition to a new level of infrastructure reliability.

Memorandum on the Establishment of an Aluminum Wheel Manufacturing Facility in Kazakhstan Signed with the Participation of First Deputy Prime Minister Roman Sklyar

With the participation of the First Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Sklyar, a memorandum was signed on the establishment of aluminum wheel manufacturing in Kazakhstan.

Environmental Culture as a Fundamental Constitutional Principle: The Government Reviews the Implementation of the Presidential “Taza Qazaqstan” Initiative

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov chaired a meeting of the Monitoring Center overseeing the implementation of the President’s “Taza Qazaqstan” initiative. The meeting addressed the use of digital technologies in environmental protection and the formation of environmental culture among the population.

A New Level of Agricultural Development: Transition to a Progressive Agroeconomy Launched on the President’s Instructions

Kazakhstan is entering a new stage in the development of its agro-industrial complex. In accordance with the instruction of the Head of State, voiced in the Address of 8 September 2025, the Government, represented by the Ministry of Agriculture, is introducing a model of a progressive agroeconomy. The main emphases are digitalization, artificial intelligence, and deep processing of products.

Investment and Infrastructure: Prime Minister Chairs Meeting of the Alatau City Development Council in Line with the President’s Instructions

A meeting of the Alatau City Development Council was held under the chairmanship of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Olzhas Bektenov, as part of the implementation of the President’s instructions.

Implementation of the President’s Instructions: Kazakhstan’s Manufacturing Industry Strengthens Growth and Investment Activity

As part of the implementation of the instructions of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, on the development of manufacturing industry, economic diversification, and attraction of investment, steady growth of key sectors was ensured in 2025.

Serik Zhumangarin Holds Meeting with Permanent Deputy Prime Minister of Vietnam Nguyen Hoa Binh

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin held a meeting with the Permanent Deputy Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Nguyen Hoa Binh.