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Olzhas Bektenov Discusses Measures to Increase Investment Inflows into Kazakhstan’s Economy with World Bank Experts

Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting with international experts led by World Bank Regional Director for Central Asia Nadir Bensassi, as part of the tasks set by the Head of State on implementing a new investment cycle.

Olzhas Bektenov Invites Berne Union Participants to Implement Strategic International Investment Projects in Kazakhstan

Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov took part in the plenary session of the Berne Union – the world’s largest international association of export credit and investment insurers.

Over 1 Trillion Tenge to Be Allocated for Modernization of Energy and Utilities Infrastructure

At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the results of the past heating season and plans for preparation for the upcoming autumn-winter period of 2026–2027 were reviewed. Vice Minister of Energy Sungat Yesimkhanov delivered the report.

Agreement Signed in Washington for the Karaganda–Zhezkazgan Road Project

During the Kazakhstan delegation’s visit to Washington, an agreement on financing the construction of the Karaganda–Zhezkazgan road was signed at the World Bank headquarters.

Serik Zhumangarin Discusses Cooperation Priorities and New Investment Projects with the World Bank

Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin held a meeting in Washington with World Bank Vice President for Europe and Central Asia Antonella Bassani and representatives of the World Bank Group.

Olzhas Bektenov Chairs Meeting of the Coordination Council for Cooperation with International Financial Institutions

At the Ukimet Uyi, under the chairmanship of Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov, a meeting of the Coordination Council for Cooperation between the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and International Financial Institutions was held.

Digital Financial Map Presented at Digital Qazaqstan Forum

At the Digital Qazaqstan forum held in the city of Shymkent, the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, together with JSC E-Finance Center, presented the capabilities of commodity analytics implemented in the Digital Financial Map (DFM) module of the e-Minfin system.

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.

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.

Automatic Pre-Filling of VAT Declarations and “Digital VAT”: Olzhas Bektenov Held a Meeting on Tax Administration

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting on the development of fiscal policy and the digitalization of the information systems of the Ministry of Finance as part of the implementation of the instructions of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. Heads of relevant agencies and regional departments of state revenues took part in the meeting.

Government Approves the Comprehensive Livestock Development Plan for 2026–2030

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting to review the draft Comprehensive Livestock Development Plan for 2026–2030, developed on the instruction of the Head of State.

Government Uncovers Violations in Healthcare Financing: Olzhas Bektenov Orders Transfer of SHIF to the Ministry of Finance

As part of the implementation of the instructions of the Head of State to strengthen budget discipline, the Government is carrying out systematic work.

Olzhas Bektenov Held a Meeting of the Coordination Council on Cooperation with International Financial Organizations

A meeting of the Coordination Council on cooperation between the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and international financial organizations was held at the Government House under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov.

Support for micro and small businesses: the Government launches the new “Isker aimaq” program and expands guarantee instruments

At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov, comprehensive measures to support private entrepreneurship were reviewed. Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin reported on the new architecture of financial assistance for businesses and the implementation of the instructions of the Head of State.

Implementation of the President’s поручений to support SMEs: the Government approved the unified “Isker aimaq” program

At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the unified small business support program “Isker aimaq” was reviewed and approved. Reports were delivered by Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin, Minister of Finance Madi Takiyev, as well as representatives of the Atameken National Chamber of Entrepreneurs and the Union of Accountants.

Implementation of the Keden Platform and Modernization of Border Checkpoints: Customs Clearance Time Reduced Threefold

At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, measures to enhance the country’s transport and transit potential were reviewed. Minister of Finance Madi Takiyev reported on ongoing work to digitalize customs administration, introduce artificial intelligence and modernize border checkpoints.