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Extended government meeting featuring Tokayev: live stream available.

Today, January 28, an extended government meeting is taking place in Astana, featuring President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, as reported by Tengrinews.kz.
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Today, January 28, an extended government meeting is taking place in Astana with the participation of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, reports Tengrinews.kz.

During the meeting, the results of the country's socio-economic development for 2024 are being summarized. Presenting reports are Prime Minister Olzhas Bektanov, National Bank Chairman Timur Suleimenov, Deputy Prime Minister Serik Jumangarin, Chairman of the Board of "Samruk-Kazyna" Nurlan Jakupov, Akim of Astana Zhenis Kasymbek, Akim of Shymkent Gabit Syzdykbekov, and Akim of Kyzylorda region Nurlybek NaliBaev.

Tengrinews.kz is covering the events in a text broadcast format. Follow the updates to stay informed.

After the government meeting, several speakers will hold a briefing.

Government Press Conference

  • Today, 10:38

    The extended government meeting will begin in approximately half an hour. Our journalists are already there.

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  • Today, 10:42

    Meanwhile, Akorda has published a video.

  • Today, 10:49

    It is worth noting that extended government meetings with the participation of the President of Kazakhstan are a traditional format for working with the Cabinet. During such meetings, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev gives key assignments, critiques, highlights successes, and sets priorities.

  • Today, 10:51

    Our correspondents report that the Head of State has already arrived at the meeting.

  • Today, 10:51

    The meeting has started.

  • Today, 10:53

    Kassym-Jomart Tokayev:

    "The extended government meeting is taking place against the backdrop of radical changes in the world. Global processes can have a significant impact on the economic situation in our country. (...)

    We will assess the effectiveness of the government and akims primarily based on the results of economic development and the improvement of citizens' quality of life. Today, we have gathered to summarize the past year and formulate the current tasks that need to be addressed in the shortest possible time."

  • Today, 10:57

    The first report is presented by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektanov, who discusses the socio-economic development of the country in 2024 and the government's plans for this year.

  • Today, 10:59

    Deputy Prime Minister Serik Jumangarin will also speak, addressing the reform of the tax and budget system.

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  • Today, 11:02

    During his speech, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektanov announced that a virtual assistant would be launched to provide state services to citizens in Kazakhstan.

  • Today, 11:06

    Meanwhile, Akorda reports that the following individuals will also present reports: National Bank Chairman Timur Suleimenov, Chairman of the Board of JSC "Samruk-Kazyna" Nurlan Jakupov, Akim of Astana Zhenis Kasymbek, Akim of Shymkent Gabit Syzdykbekov, and Akim of Kyzylorda region Nurlybek NaliBaev.

  • Today, 11:08

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    The press service of the Head of State publishes photos from the government meeting with Tokayev.

  • Today, 11:12

    According to the Prime Minister, agreements will soon be signed for the construction of a nuclear power plant in Almaty region. 

    "In the near future, we will conclude the necessary agreements for the construction of the first nuclear power plant (NPP) in Almaty region. We are also completing the analysis for the regions to determine the sites for the second and third nuclear power plants," - stated the Prime Minister.

  • Today, 11:15

    Olzhas Bektanov reported on plans to launch large-scale projects in the oil and coal chemical industries.

  • Today, 11:17

    Shale oil production will begin in Kazakhstan. This was announced by Prime Minister Bektanov. According to the head of government, its production will help attract additional investments in the oil and gas sector.

    In addition, this year gas production will start at the "Western Prorva" and "Barkhanna" fields with reserves of about 19 billion cubic meters.

  • Today, 11:19

    Now the report is being delivered by Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of National Economy Jumangarin.

    "Only 137,700 business entities are VAT payers. This is 6 percent of all. Of these, only 88,000 or 4 percent of all taxpayers actually pay VAT."

  • Today, 11:21

    The government proposes to lower the VAT registration threshold to 15 million tenge. Currently, this threshold is 78 million tenge.

  • Today, 11:23

    Jumangarin:

    "An increase in the VAT rate is anticipated. We will discuss the rate with experts in Parliament."

  • Today, 11:24

    Jumangarin also stated that the burden on the payroll fund paid by businesses is 40 percent.

    "If the VAT rate is increased to the planned level, we are ready to significantly reduce the burden on the payroll fund by an average of 10 to 30 percent, by eliminating the social tax and mandatory pension contributions from employers. The budget will be able to take on these expenses."

  • Today, 11:30

    It is noted that earlier there were discussions about raising the VAT from 12 to 20 percent.

  • Today, 11:30

    Tokayev expressed his opinion after Jumangarin's speech regarding fiscal and tax reforms:

    "Let's get to work. Overall, I certainly confirm that reform is needed, but it is necessary to reduce the transfer from the National Fund."

  • Today, 11:31

    Now the report is being presented by National Bank Chairman Timur Suleimenov.

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  • Today, 11:34

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  • Today, 11:43

    Additionally, tax authorities will regain some control functions. The specifics were not disclosed by the government.

    "In recent years, we have significantly curtailed the capabilities of our tax authorities. An important part of the reform is to strengthen tax administration. Without this, the reform will not work. The tax committee is proposed to discreetly and thoughtfully restore some control functions.

    As a result, we plan to increase the revenue part of the budget by about 5-7 trillion tenge. This will allow us to increase the development budget from the current 8 to 20 percent," - said Jumangarin.

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