Judicial Reform: President Tokayev says Kazakhstan’s administrative justice is changing court practice by making authorities prove the legality of their actions, with statistics showing over half of rulings now favor citizens and businesses. Investment Climate: Tokayev highlights the AIFC’s English-law court/arbitration setup, the Investment Headquarters’ fast issue-solving, and a new investor-rights protection committee under the Prosecutor General—aimed at keeping Kazakhstan Central Asia’s top foreign-investment magnet. Monetary Policy: The National Bank cut the base rate to 17% as inflation cools and the outlook strengthens, lifting the 2026 GDP growth forecast. Cross-border Business: A Kazakhstan–Cyprus business forum in Astana (with Freedom Holding as strategic partner) targets deals in trade, logistics, agriculture, AI/fintech, and investment. Regional Security: At an SCO interior ministers meeting in Bishkek, Pakistan urged stronger cooperation against terrorism, cybercrime and drugs, while signing agreements with Russia on illegal immigration and narcotics. Trade & Tourism Links: Malaysia launched Central Asia MICE roadshows in Almaty and Tashkent to grow event travel and bilateral trade. Agri Exports: Kazakhstan signed a Hong Kong partnership to expand grain, oilseeds, legumes and wheat-flour exports across Asia-Pacific, including soy initiatives.