17.06.2026, 11:51 3856

EAEU and UAE Establish Preferential Trade Area

Kazakhstan’s Mazhilis has ratified an economic partnership agreement between the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and the United Arab Emirates, an agency correspondent reports.

The agreement is expected to create favourable conditions for Kazakh goods to enter the UAE market.

In particular, the parties have agreed on tariff liberalisation (the elimination of import customs duties) for at least 85% of product categories on both sides. The UAE has granted preferences for 6,757 product lines (86.0%), including the elimination of import duties on 6,565 product categories and the introduction of duty-free tariff quotas for 192 product categories imported from EAEU member states," the Mazhilis said.


The ratified agreement is intended to provide a solid foundation for expanding trade, economic and investment cooperation with the United Arab Emirates.
 

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17.06.2026, 19:00 2701

Tokayev Signs Law on Establishment of UN Regional Centre in Kazakhstan

Tokayev Signs Law on Establishment of UN Regional Centre in Kazakhstan
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has signed a law ratifying the agreement between the Government of Kazakhstan and the United Nations on the establishment of the UN Regional Centre for Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan in Kazakhstan, the presidential press service Akorda reported.

The head of state also ratified a Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of Kazakhstan and the United Nations regarding the UN Regional Centre for Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan.
 

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17.06.2026, 17:40 3006

Defence Land Plot Worth 1 Billion Tenge Returned to State Ownership

A defence-designated land plot worth more than 1 billion tenge has been returned to state ownership, Kazakhstan’s Prosecutor General’s Office said.

The Military Prosecutor’s Office of the Shymkent Garrison established that a land plot covering more than 87 hectares, assigned to a unit of the National Guard, had been unlawfully transferred to private entities in 1999. The land was subsequently resold several times.

Working together with the military unit, prosecutors successfully challenged the transactions in court and secured a ruling declaring the sale and purchase agreements invalid.

As a result, the land plot, valued at more than 1 billion tenge, was returned to state ownership and transferred back to the military authorities.
 

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17.06.2026, 16:50 3186

NVIDIA B300-Based Supercomputer Cluster to Be Launched in Kosshy

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev heard a report from Nurlan Zhakupov, Chief Executive of Samruk-Kazyna, who outlined progress on 16 major projects worth 3.3 trillion tenge and plans to launch a new supercomputer cluster, the Akorda press service said.

Zhakupov said a new NVIDIA B300-based supercomputer cluster is scheduled to be launched in Kosshy in October 2026. Once operational, it will quadruple the computing capacity of Kazakhtelecom’s supercomputer infrastructure. The project is expected to significantly expand Kazakhstan’s capabilities in artificial intelligence, data processing and high-performance computing.

He also said that Samruk-Kazyna plans to complete 16 major projects in 2026 with a combined value of 3.3 trillion tenge. These include the construction of the Moyynty-Kyzylzhar and Darbaza-Maktaaral railway lines, a gas processing plant at Kashagan, the modernisation of Almaty CHP-2, the construction of a hybrid power plant and the laying of a fibre-optic communications cable along the bed of the Caspian Sea.

According to Zhakupov, these projects will help develop the country’s transport, energy and digital infrastructure, create new jobs and improve living standards.

He added that more than 100 social projects worth 856 billion tenge were implemented between 2023 and 2026.

Following the meeting, the president instructed officials to ensure the timely implementation of key investment projects.
 

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17.06.2026, 13:54 5411

President Issues Instructions to Interior Minister

President Issues Instructions to Interior Minister
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Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has issued a number of instructions to Interior Minister Yerzhan Sadenov aimed at the practical implementation of the principle of "Law and Order", the Akorda presidential press service reported.

The president was also briefed on the crime situation in the country and on the progress of tasks assigned to the internal affairs bodies.

According to the minister, the number of registered crimes fell by 9% in the first five months of 2026 compared with the same period last year.

A decline has been recorded across all major categories of offences, while detection rates have improved. Particular attention is being paid to preventive measures and ensuring public safety," the presidential press service said.


Akorda also reported that 1,685 crimes committed in previous years were solved during the reporting period. Law enforcement agencies located 574 fugitives who had been evading justice, including 89 abroad.

In addition, the minister reported on efforts to combat cybercrime, drug-related crime, organised crime and extremism.

In recent weeks, Kazakhstan has seen several high-profile criminal cases, ranging from crimes against minors to widely publicised arrests and criminal investigations that attracted significant public attention. These incidents have reignited debate over the state of law and order and the effectiveness of the justice system.

Against this backdrop, public discussion has intensified over the need to impose tougher penalties for particularly violent crimes.
 

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17.06.2026, 13:10 3581

Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan to Cooperate on Water Resources Management

Kazakhstan’s Mazhilis has ratified an agreement between the governments of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan on the joint management and rational use of transboundary water resources, the lower house of parliament said in a statement.

The purpose of the agreement is to ensure the effective joint management of transboundary water bodies, their rational use, and the safe operation of water management facilities of interstate significance," the statement said.


In particular, the agreement provides for the establishment of an intergovernmental Kazakhstan-Uzbekistan commission on the joint management and rational use of transboundary water resources and shared interstate water infrastructure facilities. The commission will coordinate cooperation between the two sides on water-related issues.
 

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17.06.2026, 12:25 3706

Military Transport Operations Within the CSTO to Be Accelerated in Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan's Mazhilis has approved amendments aimed at bringing agreements within the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) into line with national legislation, the lower house of parliament said in a statement.

The Mazhilis ratified a protocol amending the Agreement on the Status of Forces and Assets of the Collective Security System of the Collective Security Treaty Organization of December 10, 2010, as well as a protocol introducing amendments to the Agreement on Cooperation among CSTO Member States in the Transportation of Military and Other Formations, Their Movable Property and Military Products of September 15, 2015," the statement said.


According to the Mazhilis, the amendments are largely clarifying in nature and are intended to align the provisions of the agreements with the national legislation of CSTO member states and the organisation’s regulatory framework.

In addition, the first agreement updates provisions related to the command and management of formations, the prompt consideration of transportation issues necessary for carrying out assigned missions, and the creation of conditions required for the operation of collective security forces and assets on the territories of the participating states.

The second document updates provisions aimed at increasing the efficiency of organising and carrying out the transportation of military and other formations when immediate measures are required for the fulfilment of their missions or participation in joint exercises," the press service added.

 

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16.06.2026, 21:10 18506

Kazakhstan to Allocate Record 1.1 Trillion Tenge for Utility Infrastructure Modernisation

Kazakhstan to Allocate Record 1.1 Trillion Tenge for Utility Infrastructure Modernisation
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Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev was briefed by Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbayev on plans to modernise the country's energy and utility infrastructure, the Akorda press service said.

More than 1.1 trillion tenge will be allocated this year for the modernisation of housing and utility infrastructure, the largest amount since Kazakhstan gained independence. Funding will be provided through loans from domestic and international financial institutions. These measures will make it possible to reduce the wear and tear of utility networks to 40% within three years," the statement said.


During the meeting, the president stressed the need to ensure broad participation of domestic manufacturers in projects aimed at upgrading energy and коммунal infrastructure.

Bozumbayev also presented the results of the international Alatau City Roadshow held in China. During the visit, 20 meetings and business events were conducted with representatives of government bodies and the private sector.

As a result, 30 agreements and memorandums worth a total of $6.4 billion were signed.

Investment opportunities in Alatau City were presented during meetings with the Mayor of Shenzhen, officials from Hong Kong, and representatives of major international companies.

Tokayev underscored the importance of creating a sustainable development model for the new city and attracting global investment capital.
 

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16.06.2026, 20:05 16261

Tokayev Chairs Security Council Meeting on Space Industry Development

Tokayev Chairs Security Council Meeting on Space Industry Development
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Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev chaired a meeting of the Security Council focused on the state of the country's space industry, ongoing projects and future development prospects, the Akorda press service said.

During the meeting, the president stressed the strategic importance of the space sector, including its role in ensuring the reliable operation of satellite communications and space infrastructure.

Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development Zhaslan Madiyev presented a report on the implementation of projects in the sector. The discussion covered the development of satellite systems, infrastructure upgrades and the use of space-based data in the economy and public administration.

Tokayev noted that the global space industry is undergoing significant transformation. Whereas space activities were once concentrated in the hands of a limited number of states, private companies are now playing an increasingly active role in areas such as communications, navigation, broadcasting, space monitoring and internet access.

The meeting also addressed the development of space science and support for research, including astrophysics. The president positively assessed the implementation of the Baiterek project, noting its importance for strengthening Kazakhstan's technological and engineering capabilities.

In addition, Tokayev underscored the need to further expand international cooperation in the space sector, including with Russia and other foreign partners.

Following the meeting, the government was instructed to take measures aimed at modernising the industry and improving the efficiency of space technology applications.
 

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