April 2026 in Kazakhstan was marked by developments across the economic, political, and international spheres. Throughout the month, visits by foreign representatives, international forums and regional meetings took place. Particular attention was given to environmental issues, water resources, and regional cooperation. The domestic agenda also highlighted political and economic processes, including the initiative to create a new party, changes to tariff policy, and the maintenance of current economic parameters.
Below are the key events of April presented in chronological order.
April 1 — End of Tariff Moratorium and New Rules in Real Estate
From April 1, the moratorium on increasing utility tariffs, which had been in place since October, was lifted. Tariff revisions will now be considered individually based on company applications and must be justified by rising costs. The calculation will take into account the state of the infrastructure, the cost of its maintenance, and the situation in the regions. The increase amount is not fixed in advance; tariffs can only increase in line with inflation.
At the same time, electronic shared construction agreements were introduced. All transactions will be registered in the “Kazreestr” system and conducted via cashless payments, improving transparency and protecting buyers.
April 8 — Visit of the South Korean special envoy
A special envoy of the President of South Korea, Kang Hoon Shik, visited Kazakhstan. Discussions focused on energy cooperation, including oil supply routes amid risks related to the Strait of Hormuz.
An invitation was also delivered to the President of Kazakhstan to visit Seoul and attend the first “Central Asia – Republic of Korea” summit in September.
April 15 — Announcement of the “Adilet” Political Party
An initiative group announced its intention to establish a new political party, “Adilet.” The statement emphasizes a commitment to reforms, the idea of a Just Kazakhstan, and strengthening the rule of law. The party aims to expand citizen participation in decision-making and bring together representatives of different social groups. Particular emphasis is placed on adherence to the provisions of the new Constitution adopted in the March 15, 2026 referendum. The initiative is positioned as a platform for active civic engagement.
April 17 — President’s Participation in the Diplomatic Forum in Turkey
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev took part in the Antalya Diplomacy Forum. In his speech, he stressed the importance of a responsible approach to global security issues. It was noted that regional conflicts are increasingly taking on a global dimension and require collective solutions. Discussions also covered security issues, including the situation around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. The importance of controlling the spread of nuclear technologies was highlighted. Bilateral cooperation with Turkey was also discussed.
April 21–29 — International Meetings and Regional Agenda
During this period, Kazakhstan hosted a number of international events. A visit by the President of Mongolia took place, focusing on the development of bilateral cooperation.
On April 22, a meeting of the founding states of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea was held. Participants noted the worsening environmental situation, including rising temperatures and shrinking glaciers. Proposals included introducing digital water monitoring systems and strengthening regional cooperation, as well as developing legal frameworks and energy cooperation. A call was also made for greater unity among Central Asian countries.
From April 22 to 24, the RES 2026 summit was held with the participation of Central Asian heads of state, as well as the President of Georgia and the Prime Minister of Azerbaijan. The event focused on regional cooperation, economic development, and sustainability, serving as a platform for dialogue and exchange of views.
On April 23, Kazakhstan hosted representatives of international organizations, including the OSCE, UN, and WHO. Discussions covered cooperation, sustainable development, and security. Kazakhstan reaffirmed its commitment to cooperation within the OSCE framework and supported the initiative to establish an International Water Organization under the auspices of the UN.
On April 27, Israeli President Isaac Herzog made an official visit to Kazakhstan. The development of bilateral economic ties was discussed.
Also at the end of April, Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš paid an official visit to Kazakhstan.
April 24 — Education, AI, and Economy
A network of Tomorrow School offering free education in artificial intelligence was launched in 14 regions of Kazakhstan. The programs are open to citizens aged 18 and above, including beginners.
It was also announced that the AI Research University will begin operations on September 1 powered by Alem.ai. The university will focus on AI research, with students gaining access to national digital infrastructure.
The National Bank of Kazakhstan maintained the base rate at 18%.
Monthly Summary
April demonstrated strong international engagement and continued progress in digitalization. Economic decisions focused on gradual tariff regulation and maintaining stability. Kazakhstan remained active in regional and global discussions while strengthening cooperation. Environmental and water-related issues also remained among the key priorities. One of the main outcomes of the month was the announcement of a new political party, reflecting the gradual expansion of Kazakhstan’s political system.
Below are the key events of April presented in chronological order.
April 1 — End of Tariff Moratorium and New Rules in Real Estate
From April 1, the moratorium on increasing utility tariffs, which had been in place since October, was lifted. Tariff revisions will now be considered individually based on company applications and must be justified by rising costs. The calculation will take into account the state of the infrastructure, the cost of its maintenance, and the situation in the regions. The increase amount is not fixed in advance; tariffs can only increase in line with inflation.
At the same time, electronic shared construction agreements were introduced. All transactions will be registered in the “Kazreestr” system and conducted via cashless payments, improving transparency and protecting buyers.
April 8 — Visit of the South Korean special envoy
A special envoy of the President of South Korea, Kang Hoon Shik, visited Kazakhstan. Discussions focused on energy cooperation, including oil supply routes amid risks related to the Strait of Hormuz.
An invitation was also delivered to the President of Kazakhstan to visit Seoul and attend the first “Central Asia – Republic of Korea” summit in September.
April 15 — Announcement of the “Adilet” Political Party
An initiative group announced its intention to establish a new political party, “Adilet.” The statement emphasizes a commitment to reforms, the idea of a Just Kazakhstan, and strengthening the rule of law. The party aims to expand citizen participation in decision-making and bring together representatives of different social groups. Particular emphasis is placed on adherence to the provisions of the new Constitution adopted in the March 15, 2026 referendum. The initiative is positioned as a platform for active civic engagement.
April 17 — President’s Participation in the Diplomatic Forum in Turkey
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev took part in the Antalya Diplomacy Forum. In his speech, he stressed the importance of a responsible approach to global security issues. It was noted that regional conflicts are increasingly taking on a global dimension and require collective solutions. Discussions also covered security issues, including the situation around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. The importance of controlling the spread of nuclear technologies was highlighted. Bilateral cooperation with Turkey was also discussed.
April 21–29 — International Meetings and Regional Agenda
During this period, Kazakhstan hosted a number of international events. A visit by the President of Mongolia took place, focusing on the development of bilateral cooperation.
On April 22, a meeting of the founding states of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea was held. Participants noted the worsening environmental situation, including rising temperatures and shrinking glaciers. Proposals included introducing digital water monitoring systems and strengthening regional cooperation, as well as developing legal frameworks and energy cooperation. A call was also made for greater unity among Central Asian countries.
From April 22 to 24, the RES 2026 summit was held with the participation of Central Asian heads of state, as well as the President of Georgia and the Prime Minister of Azerbaijan. The event focused on regional cooperation, economic development, and sustainability, serving as a platform for dialogue and exchange of views.
On April 23, Kazakhstan hosted representatives of international organizations, including the OSCE, UN, and WHO. Discussions covered cooperation, sustainable development, and security. Kazakhstan reaffirmed its commitment to cooperation within the OSCE framework and supported the initiative to establish an International Water Organization under the auspices of the UN.
On April 27, Israeli President Isaac Herzog made an official visit to Kazakhstan. The development of bilateral economic ties was discussed.
Also at the end of April, Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš paid an official visit to Kazakhstan.
April 24 — Education, AI, and Economy
A network of Tomorrow School offering free education in artificial intelligence was launched in 14 regions of Kazakhstan. The programs are open to citizens aged 18 and above, including beginners.
It was also announced that the AI Research University will begin operations on September 1 powered by Alem.ai. The university will focus on AI research, with students gaining access to national digital infrastructure.
The National Bank of Kazakhstan maintained the base rate at 18%.
Monthly Summary
April demonstrated strong international engagement and continued progress in digitalization. Economic decisions focused on gradual tariff regulation and maintaining stability. Kazakhstan remained active in regional and global discussions while strengthening cooperation. Environmental and water-related issues also remained among the key priorities. One of the main outcomes of the month was the announcement of a new political party, reflecting the gradual expansion of Kazakhstan’s political system.