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Kazakhstan remains at Level 1, the lowest level in the US State Department’s Travel Advisory system. US citizens travelling to the country are advised to exercise normal precautions.

The Travel Advisory system has four levels: Level 1 - Exercise Normal Precautions; Level 2 - Exercise Increased Caution; Level 3 - Reconsider Travel; and Level 4 - Do Not Travel.

Kazakhstan is currently designated Level 1 - "Exercise Normal Precautions". The current advisory was issued on 5 August 2024 following a routine review and has remained unchanged since then.

The State Department recommends that those planning to travel to Kazakhstan enrol in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts and make it easier for authorities to contact them in an emergency. US citizens are also advised to monitor State Department updates, review the security report for Kazakhstan and the latest travel health information from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and prepare a contingency plan for emergencies in advance.

Further travel recommendations are available on the US State Department’s website.

For comparison, France, the United Kingdom and Italy are at Level 2, where travellers are advised to exercise increased caution. Russia is at Level 4, the highest level, with the State Department advising US citizens not to travel there.

The Travel Advisory system, however, is not a global ranking of countries by safety. It provides guidance specifically for US citizens planning international travel.

 

Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to Serbia, Bolat Imanbayev, has presented his credentials to Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić, Kazakhstan’s Foreign Ministry said.

The two sides also discussed the development of cooperation between the two countries.

During the meeting, Imanbayev and Vučić discussed bilateral relations, with particular attention paid to cooperation in agriculture, energy, digitalisation and construction.

The two countries also expressed interest in developing ties in culture, science, healthcare, education and tourism.

Imanbayev reaffirmed Astana’s interest in further strengthening its partnership with Belgrade.

Vučić, for his part, recalled his recent visit to Astana, conveyed his best wishes to the President of Kazakhstan and welcomed the country’s participation in the EXPO 2027 international specialised exhibition in Belgrade.

Following the meeting, the two sides agreed to continue working to strengthen bilateral relations and implement agreements reached at the highest level.

 

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has instructed officials to pay particular attention to the construction of infrastructure and social facilities when drafting the 2027-2029 budget, the Akorda presidential press service said.

The president heard reports on the current state of the economy, the country’s socio-economic development outlook and the parameters of the national budget for 2027-2029.

Tokayev stressed the need to achieve the economic growth targets set for the current year and to ensure that the national and local budgets remain balanced.

The president named the accelerated construction of infrastructure and social facilities as one of the key budget priorities for the next three years. These include hospitals, children’s rehabilitation centres, as well as cultural and sports facilities.

 

A Forum on the topic "Legal and Professional Services to Facilitate the Entry of Chinese Enterprises into the Market of Kazakhstan" was held in Hong Kong, organized by the Asia-Pacific Legal Association with the participation of representatives of government justice authorities, development institutions, heads of leading consulting companies, and top managers of Chinese business.

The Consul General of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Hong Kong, Bauyrzhan Dosmanbetov, delivered a welcoming address to the participants, noting the activation of trade and economic cooperation between Kazakhstan and Hong Kong and the increased investment attractiveness of our country for Hong Kong capital in the current year. The Kazakh diplomat emphasized that a significant momentum to the development of relations was provided by the visit of the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, John Lee, to Kazakhstan, which took place in June of this year. The Hong Kong delegation included more than 70 representatives of large businesses, and 61 agreements were signed for a total amount of over 1.6 billion US dollars, in connection with which the Consul General invited Hong Kong entrepreneurs to further expand their presence in the market of Kazakhstan.

The Deputy Secretary for Justice of Hong Kong, Horace Cheung Kwok-kwan, also took part in the work of the forum, emphasizing in his speech the role of Hong Kong as the main "financial gateway" for Chinese companies entering the markets of Kazakhstan and Central Asia. Also, Mr. H.Cheung noted that the vast experience of Hong Kong law firms in English law provides a solid legal basis for concluded transactions and the deepening of bilateral partnership.

The presentation of Shaimerden Chikanaev, a partner of the Kazakhstani law firm "Grata International" and an expert in the field of international law, aroused particular interest among the participants. In his report, he familiarized the participants with the specifics of the legal regulation of entrepreneurial activity in Kazakhstan, as well as with the mechanisms for protecting the rights of investors.

It is necessary to note that the Forum demonstrated the interest of Hong Kong business circles in expanding their presence in the Kazakhstani market not only in financial and economic activities, but also in the legal sphere. Following the meetings, the participants expressed their desire to build a system of legal support for the development of large-scale investment interaction between Kazakhstan and Hong Kong.

 

On the occasion of Sports Day of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Belgium organised a cycling ride in Brussels to mark the 34th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Kazakhstan and Belgium.

Starting from the Atomium - one of Belgium’s most recognisable landmarks and a symbol of progress and the future - participants set off on the route alongside diplomats, members of the Kazakh community and students living in Belgium, as well as Belgian partners and friends of Kazakhstan.

A special guest of the cycling ride was renowned Kazakh cyclist Andrey Kashechkin, a former Astana team rider and Olympian.

Opening the event, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Belgium Roman Vassilenko noted that over the past 34 years, Kazakhstan and Belgium have built a strong partnership based on mutual respect and trust. According to him, cycling symbolically reflects the nature of bilateral relations: moving forward requires balance, momentum and mutual support.

The cycling ride took place in a friendly and informal atmosphere, providing an opportunity to celebrate both Sports Day and the anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Another important milestone in bilateral relations is expected this autumn, with a State Visit by His Majesty King Philippe of the Belgians to Kazakhstan planned. The visit will mark an important step in further strengthening the friendship and partnership between the two countries.

 

Kazakhstan’s constitutional reform and the upcoming elections to the country’s Kurultai were discussed at a roundtable held at the Kazakh Embassy in Israel. The meeting brought together representatives of the Israeli media, experts and academics.

Kazakhstan’s Ambassador Daulet Yemberdiyev presented the key provisions of the new Constitution and outlined changes to the country’s system of public administration and political structure.

Political analyst and Central Asia expert Arkady Dubnov described the constitutional reform as timely and gave a positive assessment of Kazakhstan’s foreign policy course.

Alexander Tsinker, president of the ICES international expert centre, said the new model was aimed at modernising the system of governance while maintaining political stability and an effective presidency.

Strategic communications expert Ayelet Frish expressed hope that the reforms would help further develop cooperation between Kazakhstan and Israel, including in technology and innovation.

Eduard Yakubov, president of the Holon Institute of Technology, highlighted the potential for expanded cooperation in advanced higher education, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and digital technologies.

Participants also discussed political, economic and humanitarian ties between the two countries, as well as cooperation in education and technology.

 

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated Hereditary Prince Alois on the National Day of the Principality of Liechtenstein.

The Kazakh president wished Hereditary Prince Alois every success in his public service and the people of Liechtenstein well-being and prosperity.

 

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated President of the Republic of the Congo Denis Sassou Nguesso and the Congolese people on the country’s Independence Day, the Akorda presidential press service said.

In his congratulatory message, Tokayev highlighted the importance of relations between Kazakhstan and the Republic of the Congo.

The president expressed confidence that joint efforts would further strengthen relations between the two countries for the benefit of their peoples.

Tokayev wished Denis Sassou Nguesso success in his work and the people of the Republic of the Congo happiness and prosperity.