July 17, 2026
Ex-energy minister appointed as Atyrau region governor
President Qasym-Jomart Toqaev appointed Bolat Akchulakov, former energy minister, as akim of Atyrau region. The decree was signed on July 17, 2026.
July 17, 2026
Atyrau Region Loses Its Governor as Tokayev Fires Shapkenov
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev dismissed Serik Shapkenov as governor of Atyrau region. A deputy meeting on July 17 will select a successor.
July 17, 2026
China Rejects Trump's Election Interference Allegations
China's embassy in Washington denied Trump's allegations of election interference, reiterating its policy of non-interference in other nations' internal affairs.
July 17, 2026
Serik Shapkenov Dismissed as Governor of Atyrau Region
Serik Shapkenov has been dismissed as governor of the Atyrau region by presidential decree. He had held the post since April 2022. A new governor will be appointed after a maslikhat meeting.
July 17, 2026
Kazakh President Toqaev dismisses Atyrau Region governor Serik Shapkenov
Kazakh President Qasym-Jomart Toqaev dismisses Serik Shapkenov as governor of Atyrau Region. Deputies of two regions will elect new governors following the decree.
July 17, 2026
Trump Names Russia, China, North Korea, Iran as Threats to US Election System
President Donald Trump announced the declassification of documents on the 2020 election, naming Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran as threats to the US electoral system.
July 16, 2026
US Names New Consul General in Almaty; Michelle Yerkin, Married to Kazakh, Departs
Peter Kaufman has been appointed the new US Consul General in Almaty, replacing Michelle Yerkin, who held the post since 2023 and is married to a Kazakh native.
July 16, 2026
Eldar Kuzenbayev Appointed Vice Minister of Labor and Social Protection
Eldar Kuzenbayev has been appointed Vice Minister of Labor and Social Protection of Kazakhstan. He previously headed the Migration Committee.
July 16, 2026
Kazakhstan May Replace Two Regional Governors at Once
On July 17, maslikhats in Atyrau and Ulytau regions will meet to approve new akims. Current governors Serik Shapkenov and Dastan Ryspekov may be replaced.
July 16, 2026
Is AI Just a Pretext? Experts Reveal Real Purpose of Tokayev's China Visit
Experts reveal the main goal of Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's visit to China: not so much AI as strengthening economic cooperation and strategic partnership.
July 16, 2026
Kazakhstan CEC Sets Requirements for Kurultai Deputy Candidates
Kazakhstan CEC announces Kurultai deputy requirements: citizenship, age 25+, 10-year residency, no criminal record, election deposit 1.275 mln tenge in 2026.
July 16, 2026
Change of Atyrau Region Akim Expected
A meeting of maslikhat deputies to approve the new akim of Atyrau Region will be held on July 17, 2026 at 9:30 AM in Atyrau. Current: Serik Shapkenov.
July 16, 2026
Tokayev invites Chinese AI giants to build Data Center Valley in Ekibastuz
Kazakh President Tokayev invites Chinese AI giants to build Data Center Valley in Ekibastuz with cheap energy and incentives at Shanghai AI conference.
July 16, 2026
Toqaev Proposes China Deliver Goods at Internet Speed
Kazakh President Qasym-Jomart Toqaev proposed a zone where goods cross borders as fast as data travels online, boosting trade efficiency and digitalization.
July 16, 2026
Kazakhstan to Issue Vehicle License Plates Under New Rules
Kazakhstan's Interior Ministry approves new license plate rules: expanded letter series and region codes for Abai, Zhetysu, Ulytau. Effective late July.
July 16, 2026
Kazakhstan to Consider Spelling Options for National Currency: 'teñge', 'tenge', 'tg' or '₸'
Kazakhstan considers spelling options for its currency: 'teñge', 'tenge', 'tg' or ₸. The Constitution mandates 'teñge', but abbreviation rules remain open.
July 15, 2026
Meruert Tusipbayeva: No Performers, Athletes, or Bloggers in Parliament
Meruert Tusipbayeva opposes performers, athletes, and bloggers in parliament, arguing only professionals like financiers, economists, and lawyers should serve.
July 15, 2026
Maira Meldebekova Dismissed as First Vice Minister of Education
Maira Meldebekova has been dismissed as First Vice Minister of Education of Kazakhstan. The government decree has been signed. Learn about her career.
July 15, 2026
Artificial Intelligence to Draft Laws in Kazakhstan: Myth or Reality?
Kazakhstan explores AI in lawmaking: expert Sholpan Saimova discusses opportunities, risks, and the future of AI-driven legislation. How can AI transform legal drafting?
July 15, 2026
Migrants in Russia Could Be Required to Purchase Mobile Phones
Russian authorities plan to require migrants to buy a mobile phone on registration to track location and send notices, says Deputy Interior Minister Igor Zubov.
July 15, 2026
Kazakh President Tokayev arrives in Shanghai for talks with Xi Jinping
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev arrives in Shanghai for talks with Xi Jinping. July 16: bilateral talks and roundtable; July 17: World AI Conference. Cooperation on nuclear plant discussed.
July 15, 2026
Maira Meldebekova Dismissed as First Vice-Minister of Education
Maira Meldebekova has been dismissed from the position of First Vice-Minister of Education of Kazakhstan, according to a government decree of July 15, 2026.
July 15, 2026
Kazakhstan's Tokayev signs law allowing pension savers to choose investments
President Qasym-Jomart Toqaev signed a law enabling pension contributors to choose investment strategies. The law covers migration, education, and employment.
July 15, 2026
Tokayev arrives in China at Xi Jinping's invitation
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev arrived in Shanghai at Xi Jinping's invitation. Talks, a roundtable, and participation in an AI conference are planned.
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