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Kazakhstan's oil and gas sector saw a 40% increase in accidents in the first quarter of 2026.

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Нефтегазовый сектор Казахстана показал рост аварий на 40% в первом квартале 2026 года
In Kazakhstan, seven accidents at oil and gas facilities were recorded in the first quarter, which is 40% higher than the previous year's level. State authorities carried out 226 inspections, identified over 5,000 violations, and suspended the operation of 312 hazardous facilities.

The international book fair "Astana Eurasian Book Fair-2026" is taking place in Astana.

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Astana Eurasian Book Fair 2026
The IX International Book Fair "Astana Eurasian Book Fair-2026" continues in Astana. This is one of the most significant cultural and educational events in Central Asia, bringing together publishers, experts and readers on one platform.

The UK Parliament has approved a ban on the sale of cigarettes to those born after 2009.

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Парламент Великобритании одобрил запрет на продажу сигарет для родившихся после 2009 года
The UK Parliament has agreed the final version of the law on tobacco and vapes, which bans the sale of cigarettes to anyone born after 1 January 2009. The document also tightens the rules on the sale of vapes and nicotine-containing products. The article also notes that Kazakhstan has had a complete ban on vapes since 2024.

Investment income of the UAPF in Kazakhstan decreased by 240 billion tenge

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Инвестиционный доход ЕНПФ в Казахстане снизился на 240 млрд тенге
The investment income of the UAPF fell by 240 billion tenge in March. The National Bank of Kazakhstan explained the change by the strengthening of the tenge against the dollar, as around 40% of pension assets are denominated in foreign currency. At the same time, since the start of the year the indicator has remained positive, exceeding 270 billion tenge.

Writers met with students in Atyrau as part of Book Week

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неделя книги Казахстан
In Atyrau, a literary meeting took place with the participation of well-known Kazakhstani writers, aimed at developing an interest in reading among young people. The event was part of a programme timed to coincide with National Book Day, and brought together students and authors in an open dialogue format.

The fire occurred at the "MasloDel" enterprise in the North Kazakhstan Region.

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Пожар произошёл на предприятии «МаслоДел» в СКО
In the North Kazakhstan Region, on 23 April, a large fire broke out at an oil processing plant in the village of Novoishimskoye. The flames engulfed the grain dryer building, and fire brigades along with a fire train were called in to extinguish it. The fire was later completely put out, with no casualties.

Director of an LPG filling station and a gas cylinder delivery man have been detained in connection with the explosion at the "Plov Centre" café in Shchuchinsk.

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Директор АГЗС и доставщик газбаллонов задержаны по делу о взрыве кафе «Центр плова» в Щучинске
In connection with the case of the explosion at the "Plov Centre" café in Shchuchinsk, two more suspects have been detained — the director of an automotive gas filling station and a gas cylinder deliveryman. They are suspected of violating safety requirements during the filling and delivery of cylinders. The court has placed one suspect in custody and the other under house arrest.

Three police officers in Rudny have been detained on suspicion of bribery.

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Трое полицейских в Рудном задержаны по подозрению в получении взятки
In the Kostanay region, three officers from the Rudny criminal police department have been detained. They are suspected of receiving a bribe under Part 3 of Article 366 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The Kostanay court has chosen a preventive measure in the form of detention, and a pre-trial investigation is underway.

The Irtysh-Uspenka canal project, costing 7.4 billion tenge, has been delayed by six years

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Проект канала Иртыш-Успенка за 7,4 млрд тенге затянулся на шесть лет
The reconstruction project of the Irtysh-Uspenka canal, costing 7.4 billion tenge, has been delayed for six years and is now expected to be completed in 2026. The facility is intended to supply water to agricultural lands in the Pavlodar region and increase the area of irrigated land to 10,000 hectares.

The shortage of vehicles and GPI insurance have exacerbated the ambulance crisis in Kazakhstan

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скорая медицинская помощь
A Majilis deputy has highlighted systemic issues with the ambulance service in the regions of Kazakhstan. These include a shortage of vehicles and crews, the wear and tear of cars, difficulties with insurance, and the quality of procured equipment. Parliamentarians, together with the Ministry of Health, plan to prepare an open analysis covering all regions.

Head of the DSD (Department of State Revenue) of West Kazakhstan Region detained in connection with illegal import case

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задержание
The Anti-Corruption Service of the National Security Committee has shut down a channel for the illegal import of goods across the state border of Kazakhstan. By court order, an official from the state revenue authorities of the West Kazakhstan Region and a resident of the capital have been detained. According to the investigation, the damage to the state amounted to 1.9 billion tenge.

The court in the Abai region identified serious violations during the construction of a residential building.

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строительство
The Economic Court of the Abai Region considered a claim by the State Municipal Enterprise "Semey Vodokanal" regarding access to engineering networks and the demolition of structures above the sewage collector. The claim was dismissed, as the emergency had been resolved. However, the court identified serious violations in the design and construction of the building and forwarded the materials to the prosecutor of the Abai Region.

UPD: FBK is clarifying the circumstances of the export of KazBeef Processing beef.

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Экспорт мяса
The editorial board of FBRK has received official clarifications from KazBeef Processing LLP regarding the recent article on the specific features of beef export control in Kazakhstan. After an additional fact-check, our editorial board considers it necessary to clarify a number of circumstances outlined in the previous publication.

Transport Prosecutor's Office of Kazakhstan will check Air Astana amid the scandal over discounted tickets

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Главная транспортная прокуратура
The Main Transport Prosecutor’s Office has initiated an inspection into the activities of JSC ‘Air Astana’ and JSC ‘FlyArystan’ following publications regarding the possible sale of discounted airline tickets for the benefit of management and related parties. The inspection will be conducted through the Civil Aviation Committee.
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