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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.

Millions of birds and thousands of animals could be shot in Kazakhstan

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The Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of Kazakhstan has approved hunting quotas for 2025, allowing the culling of more than 1.5 million geese, over 2.3 million ducks, and hundreds of thousands of other species. The biological justification was prepared by EcoBioGen LLP, a company with tax arrears, registered in 2022.

Pharmaceutical production worth 39.5 billion tenge is being expanded in Shymkent

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In Shymkent, a large-scale project to expand the production of medicinal products is launching, involving private investment worth 39.5 billion tenge. The new phase of the Polpharma Santo project envisages the creation of 300 jobs and the production of 38 types of medicines for the treatment of oncological, cardiovascular, and infectious diseases.

<p>VAT collection in Kazakhstan reached only 80% of the target in January 2026.</p>

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In January 2026, VAT receipts in Kazakhstan fell 19.8% short of the plan, with a shortfall of 61.9 billion tenge. Meanwhile, corporate income tax and non-tax revenues exceeded forecasts. Transfers from the National Fund and borrowings decreased, while budget spending was absorbed more slowly, which reduced the deficit.

The Government of Kazakhstan has allocated over 40.7 billion tenge for geological exploration.

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The Government of Kazakhstan has allocated over 40.7 billion tenge for the implementation of 20 second-generation geological survey projects at a scale of 1:50,000, covering approximately 100,000 square kilometres in various regions of the country. The work includes aerogeophysical surveys, geochemistry, and digital data processing to update geological maps and identify promising mineral deposit sites.

A senior official of the West Kazakhstan Region is suspected of raping a minor.

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In the West Kazakhstan Region, a case of rape of a minor is under investigation. A 57-year-old official is the suspect. The man was detained but later released, and the investigation continues under Article 120 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
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