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<span>Vice-Minister of Agriculture acknowledged the impact of exports on lamb prices in Kazakhstan</span>

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Vice-Minister of Agriculture Azat Sultanov, who had previously spoken out against forecasts of a significant rise in meat prices, acknowledged the impact of exports and external markets on the cost of lamb in Kazakhstan. According to him, after a sharp increase at the end of May, prices in a number of regions began to fall, with seasonal demand and exports influencing the situation.

The head of Kazakhtelecom, Bagdat Mussin, refused to answer a question about tariffs and the internet.

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The head of JSC "Kazakhtelecom", Bagdat Musin, refused to answer a question about the quality of communication and rising tariffs, which was put to him by journalist Zhaniya Urankayeva outside the Majilis building. The head of the national company described this format of communication as unethical and offered to approach him separately.

The KNB has reported on 24 individuals involved in terrorism cases in Kazakhstan.

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In April-May 2026 in Kazakhstan, 13 people were sentenced to various terms of imprisonment for investigated criminal cases involving terrorist and extremist crimes. During the same period, law enforcement agencies detained another 11 people suspected of committing similar offences.

The prosecutor's office in the Zhetysu region has restored the rights of investors in the SEZ "Khorgos – Eastern Gateway".

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11 investors in the special economic zone (SEZ) "Khorgos – Eastern Gate" incurred excess expenses of over 10 million tenge due to violations in contracts with the management company. Following the intervention of the prosecutor's office, the funds were returned.

Journalist Vadim Boreyko received grants from Western foundations for media content in Kazakhstan?

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Almaty journalist and creator of the YouTube project "Hyperborea" Vadim Boreyko received funding from foreign non-profit organisations over several years to produce media content, despite positioning himself as an independent author.

Inspectors at the border of Kazakhstan prevented the import of more than 39 tonnes of infected peaches and carrots.

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At the phytosanitary control post "Nұr Zholy", an attempt to import more than 39.52 tonnes of infested quarantine material from the People's Republic of China (PRC) into Kazakhstan was prevented. Dangerous pests were found in consignments of peaches and carrots, after which the cargo was returned to the exporting country.

Residents of the Druzhba housing estate in the Kostanay region have complained about the lack of amenities.

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Residents of a three-storey building in the Druzhba housing estate have reported problems which, they say, remain unresolved. Among the complaints are the lack of tarmac in the courtyard and a rubbish-filled pit opposite the building.

Bloggers with a million-strong audience are suspected of running an illegal lottery in Astana

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In Astana, an investigation into bloggers Yerbolat Zhanabylov and Elmira Tolegenova has been concluded. According to the AFM, under the guise of selling online courses, they organised an unlicensed lottery. The main interest of buyers was not in the training, but in participating in draws for valuable prizes.

The court confiscated 4.8 billion tenge in a case involving illegal ore mining in the Ulytau region.

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In the Ulytau region, a court has passed a sentence in a case involving the illegal extraction of manganese ore without a licence or subsoil use contract. The damage to the state exceeded 4.8 billion tenge. The convicted individual has been sentenced to imprisonment and the confiscation of property.

Order on write-off of penalties and fines for small businesses being prepared in Kazakhstan

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In Kazakhstan, a Ministry of Finance order is being prepared to write off penalties and fines on tax arrears for micro and small businesses. The measure applies on condition that the principal debt is repaid between 1 January and 31 March of the current year, and will be implemented automatically by the tax authorities. Explanations regarding the document were given live on the state revenue committee’s broadcast.

The Government of Kazakhstan has updated the rules for paying bonuses to civil servants.

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In Kazakhstan, new rules for paying bonuses to civil servants have come into force. A government resolution has expanded the grounds for additional payments, including holidays and anniversaries, while the decision on bonuses has been delegated to the heads of state bodies. The source of funding has been identified as budget savings.
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