Tele2 and Altel Now Operated by a Qatari Company "Kazakhtelecom" has finalized the sale of "Mobile Telecom-Service", which includes mobile operators Tele2 and Altel. The new owner is Qatar’s Power International Holding.
New Rules for Financial Security Kazakhstan has introduced a 12-month limit on the validity of payment cards for non-residents. This measure, reported by RBC, aims to minimize risks associated with illegal activities, including money laundering, drug trafficking, and the misuse of digital assets.
New Restrictions for Currency Exchange Offices The National Bank of Kazakhstan has announced changes to the rules for currency operations. The new exchange rate deviation limits will be: 7 tenge for the dollar. 10 tenge for the euro. This is a significant reduction compared to the previous limits of 15 tenge for the dollar and 20 tenge for the euro.
New Rules for Foreign Online Platforms Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Trade is introducing new regulations for foreign marketplaces. Platforms like Pinduoduo, AliExpress, and others will now be required to register in Kazakhstan to continue selling. Failure to comply will result in being banned from the market.
In 2025, Kazakhstan will launch a pilot project allowing citizens to pick up birth certificates through Kaspi lockers, eliminating the need to visit government service centers (CONE).
Starting January 13, all notifications regarding taxes, debts, contributions, and other matters will be sent exclusively through the new ISNA Taxpayer’s Cabinet. The old system is no longer used for new messages, though older documents remain accessible.
Russia has extended quotas for duty-free fuel deliveries to Kazakhstan as part of their trade and economic cooperation agreement. In 2025, Kazakhstan will receive 1.12 million tons of petroleum products without paying duties.
Kazakhstan citizens can now not only correct errors in their educational documents but also create digital versions using the updated service on the eGov.kz portal.
The new agreement will simplify the participation of Kazakhstani entrepreneurs in public procurement in member states of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), eliminating the need to obtain bank guarantees abroad.
Financial institutions in Kazakhstan will start providing information on transactions made by individual entrepreneurs (IEs), company executives, and their spouses. The data will be collected based on the results of 2024, according to the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance.
In Zhambyl Region, the akim decided to impress the public by announcing that he spent the holidays productively, reading two books. However, online discussions quickly shifted to the photograph taken of him supposedly alone in his office during the holiday.
By December 2024, Kazakhstan’s population reached 20,265,320 people, an increase of 231,478 over the year, according to the Bureau of National Statistics.
Nuralkhan Kusherov has been officially appointed as the Akim (Governor) of the Turkestan Region. Prior to this, he served as the Deputy Akim under Darkhan Satybaldy, the former head of the region.
Starting January, new regulations for food delivery couriers have come into effect, aiming to improve service quality and food safety.
The President of Kazakhstan emphasized the importance of adopting advanced technologies and highlighted the crucial role of youth in the country’s future. During a meeting with students, he also addressed housing achievements for students.
The President of Kazakhstan toured a newly built dormitory at the Eurasian National University, highlighting its modern facilities and the importance of student support. He also addressed education development, international cooperation, and public health concerns.
A major traffic accident involving more than 40 vehicles occurred on the Astana-Shchuchinsk highway. The road is completely closed, and the timeline for reopening remains unknown.
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev addressed the tragic events in Talgar, where a 16-year-old teenager was killed during a violent altercation. The president emphasized the importance of upholding the principle of "Law and Order" and stated that combating organized crime remains under his personal oversight.
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev addressed the implementation of a unified time zone in an interview with Ana tili. He acknowledged public debates on the issue and emphasized the need for a comprehensive study of its impact on citizens and the economy. Tokayev expressed confidence that the government and Parliament will work together to make a balanced and constructive decision.
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev dismissed rumors suggesting he plans to lead the United Nations in 2026. In an interview with Ana tili, Tokayev emphasized his focus on Kazakhstan’s long-term development. He highlighted the country’s strategic importance in global geopolitics and stressed the need to strengthen its economic potential, sovereignty, and international standing.
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, in an interview with Ana tili, discussed the role of middle powers in addressing the current crisis in international relations. He emphasized their potential to bridge global divisions and highlighted Kazakhstan’s strategic partnerships with leaders of major global powers: Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping, and Donald Trump.
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev reviewed the nation’s achievements in 2024 during an interview with Ana tili. He highlighted infrastructure modernization, economic progress, agricultural successes, social initiatives, and Kazakhstan's growing role on the international stage. The president also outlined priorities for 2025, including infrastructure development, continued reforms, and the adoption of new technologies.
A single individual was declared the winner in New Year contests organized by Bereke Bank and Bank CenterCredit. Interestingly, the person appeared in the same outfit in both events, sparking questions among observers. Was it pure luck or something more?
The Kazakh investigation commission met with Azerbaijani representatives to discuss the recent plane crash. Both sides expressed mutual trust and commitment to an open and objective process. International experts, including representatives from the aircraft manufacturer, will soon arrive in Kazakhstan to contribute to the investigation.
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