The auction organizer — the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Kingdom of Norway (Organization No. 992245220), located at St. Olavs gate 21B, 0165 Oslo, Norway — hereby announces an open auction for the sale of a motor vehicle.
The auction will be conducted by ascending bidding.
The auction will take place on 20 October at 11:00 at the following address: St. Olavs gate 21B, 0165 Oslo, Norway.
Details of the Property Offered for Sale (Lot):
Passenger vehicle
Make and model: Toyota Sienna XLE 3.5L
Year of manufacture: 2010
Registration number: CD 51004
Color: Black
Mileage: 221,730 km
Engine displacement: 3,456 cm³, petrol
Overall condition: Used, in good working order
Starting price: EUR 10,000
Security deposit — 15% of the starting price: EUR 1,500
Bid increment — 5%: EUR 500
Terms of Participation and Application Procedure
1. Individuals and legal entities that have submitted their applications and paid the security deposit within the prescribed time are eligible to participate in the auction.
2. Applications shall be submitted and participants registered in writing at the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Kingdom of Norway at: St. Olavs gate 21B, 0165 Oslo, Norway.
3. Application deadline: 19 October, 2026.
4. The participant who offers the highest price for the vehicle shall be declared the winner of the auction.
5. The security deposit paid by the winning bidder shall be credited towards the purchase price of the vehicle. Security deposits paid by the other participants shall be refunded within 15 business days following the conclusion of the auction. Bank charges and any other expenses associated with the transfer or refund of funds shall not be reimbursed to participants.
6. To participate in the auction, applicants must submit
o an application in the prescribed form;
o for individuals — a copy of an identity document;
o for legal entities — a copy of the representative’s identity document, as well as documents confirming the legal entity’s registration and the representative’s authority in accordance with the legislation of the Kingdom of Norway;
o a copy of the payment document confirming payment of the security deposit.
7. Participants are required to carefully review this notice and the draft agreement, and to inspect the technical condition of the vehicle before paying the security deposit and submitting an application. Participants may not request any improvements, modifications, or repairs to the vehicle, nor may they request exemption from any taxes, fees, or other expenses associated with the transfer of registration or ownership.
8. If the winning bidder fails to comply with the terms of the agreement within the prescribed period, the bidder shall be deemed to have waived the right to purchase the vehicle, and any payments made, including the security deposit, shall not be refunded. Bank charges incurred in connection with the transfer of the security deposit shall not be reimbursed to auction participants. Bid rigging and any other forms of improper interference with the auction process are strictly prohibited.
Bank Details for Payment of the Security Deposit
Beneficiary: Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Kingdom of Norway
Organization No.: 992245220
Address: St. Olavs gate 21B, 0165 Oslo
Bank: DNB BANK ASA
Bank address: DNB, Postboks 1600 Sentrum, 0021 Oslo
IBAN (EUR): NO7812506046937
SWIFT: DNBANOKKXXX
All bank charges associated with the transfer of the security deposit shall be borne by the participant.
Obligations of the Auction Winner and Transfer of the Vehicle
The buyer who submits the highest bid shall sign the Auction Results Protocol immediately upon conclusion of the auction.
The buyer shall pay the full purchase price of the vehicle (less the security deposit previously paid) within 10 working days from the date of signing the sale and purchase agreement.
All costs associated with the transfer of ownership, including taxes (administrative fees), customs duties, and any other charges related to the purchase of the vehicle, shall be borne in full by the buyer.
Vehicle Inspection and Contact Information
The vehicle and its documents may be inspected, and the application form may be obtained, on business days by prior arrangement.
For inquiries: +47-22-42-06-40, +47-22-42-06-43
Email: oslo@mfa.kzoslo_consul@mfa.kz
Oslo, September 9, 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Norway Adil Tursunov took part in the state funeral of King Harald V, held in Oslo.
As part of the mourning ceremonies, the Kazakh diplomat left an entry in the official book of condolences and attended the farewell ceremony for the Norwegian monarch at Oslo Cathedral.
The ceremony was attended by around a thousand guests, including members of the royal families of Norway and a number of foreign countries, heads of state and government, members of the local Storting (Parliament), representatives of the diplomatic corps and the public.
Earlier, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev sent condolences to King Haakon VIII of Norway on the passing of his father, King Harald V.
Introduced as part of the country’s constitutional and institutional reforms, the measure is expected to cover around one million eligible administrative fines.
The process will be fully digital:
• no application is required;
• eligible cases will be identified automatically;
• beneficiaries will be notified electronically or by SMS.
The amnesty is intended to help citizens and individual entrepreneurs resolve liabilities arising from minor administrative offences. Court-imposed fines, repeat offences and violations affecting public safety, health or state interests are excluded.
The amnesty will be implemented from 1 July to 31 December 2026.
With the support of the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Oslo, a Norwegian business delegation led by Chairman of the Board of Directors of the East Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Norway, Ronny Solberg, visited Kazakhstan on 19–21 May this year.
During the visit to Almaty, the group of Norwegian business representatives held meetings with Deputy Mayor of the city, Olzhas Smagulov, as well as with representatives of Norway’s «Jotun» and Denmark’s «Carlsberg».
During their stay in Astana, the Norwegian business representatives held meetings at the Ministries of Transport, Healthcare, Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development, Agriculture, and Foreign Affairs, as well as at «Baiterek» National Investment Holding.
On 21 May 2026, the Norwegian delegation took part in the second meeting of the Kazakhstan–Norway Business Council, organized by the Chamber of International Commerce of Kazakhstan and the East Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Norway.
Established in December 2024, the Business Council has served as a dedicated platform bringing together representatives of government institutions, businesses, development institutions, and sector-specific companies from both countries to discuss prospects for bilateral trade, economic, and investment cooperation.
Opening remarks at the ceremony were delivered by Chairman of the Kazakh side of the Business Council and Chairman of the Board of the Chamber of International Commerce of Kazakhstan, Murat Karimsakov; Chairman of the Board of Directors of the East Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Norway, Ronny Solberg; and Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Kingdom of Norway, Adil Tursunov.
Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Kingdom of Norway, Adil Tursunov, emphasized the particular significance of holding the second meeting of the Kazakhstan–Norway Business Council in Astana, noting that it was the first time the event had been held in Kazakhstan. The Kazakh diplomat highlighted the important institutional role of the Kazakhstan–Norway Business Council as the first dedicated platform bringing together the business communities of the two countries. He also underscored the positive momentum in bilateral economic cooperation, including a 40% increase in mutual trade turnover in 2025 and the expanding presence of Norwegian companies in Kazakhstan. The Ambassador further pointed to the growing mutual interest among the business communities of Kazakhstan and Norway, as evidenced by the increasing number of participants in business missions and Business Council meetings.
During the meeting, the parties discussed key areas of cooperation in the fields of energy and the oil and gas sector, agriculture and aquaculture, as well as logistics and sustainable infrastructure.
Particular attention was paid to the potential for practical cooperation between Kazakh and Norwegian companies, while B2B meetings between entrepreneurs from both countries were held as part of the Business Council.
Following the event, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Kazakh company «Organic Fish LLP» and the Norwegian company «Optimar», aimed at further advancing cooperation in aquaculture and fish processing in the Caspian Sea.
On May 19, the opening ceremony of the International Symposium “The Golden Horde as a Model of Steppe Civilization: History, Archaeology, Culture and Identity” took place in Astana, attended by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
Held under the auspices of UNESCO on May 19–20, the large-scale international forum has brought together leading domestic and international scholars, experts, and members of the global academic community to explore the historical legacy of the Jochi Ulus and its role in shaping civilizational processes across Central Eurasia.
The symposium aims to position the Republic of Kazakhstan as a leading international center for the study of the Golden Horde’s heritage while showcasing the country’s academic potential in the field of Central Eurasian civilization studies through a comprehensive interdisciplinary analysis of the political, economic, cultural, and spiritual legacy of the Jochi Ulus and its relevance to contemporary integration processes across Eurasia.
As part of the symposium, a thematic exhibition dedicated to the heritage of the Golden Horde as a model of steppe civilization is also being held. The exhibition features archaeological, written, and cultural artifacts.
The exhibition covers key thematic areas, including statehood and governance, steppe fashion and clothing, military affairs, interaction between steppe and urban civilizations, as well as culture, science, and art. Special attention is given to an interactive map featuring 70 archaeological and architectural monuments, 17 of which are presented with detailed descriptions, aerial photographs, and 3D visualizations.
Among the key exhibits is the handwritten scroll “Shezhire of the Khans”, containing genealogical information on rulers and historical figures of the period. The exhibition also features the Catalan Atlas, the genealogical tree of the khans, coins, written sources, and everyday objects. The written heritage includes three decrees, four diplomatic letters, and 21 manuscripts presented in original, facsimile, and electronic formats.
The exhibition is based on materials from major archaeological sites in Kazakhstan, including the ancient cities of Saraishyq, Syganak, Barshynkent, and other historically significant sites located across the country. The exhibition aims to promote the historical and cultural heritage of the Golden Horde and encourage further academic interest in its study.
The plenary session was moderated by Sayasat Nurbek, Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The opening ceremony was attended by representatives of the UNESCO Secretariat, diplomatic missions of the CIS, SCO, CSTO, and OTS member states, as well as ambassadors of Russia, China, Türkiye, Iran, Mongolia, Ukraine, Hungary, Bulgaria, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, and a number of other countries.
The forum brought together more than 300 scholars and experts, including 120 international researchers from over 20 countries. Participants included medieval historians, archaeologists, orientalists, Turkologists, Mongolists, numismatists, epigraphy specialists, political scientists, cultural scholars, art historians, diplomats, and representatives of international organizations.
Speaking at the plenary session, Sayasat Nurbek noted that the International Symposium dedicated to the heritage of the Golden Horde holds strategic importance for the development of historical scholarship and the rethinking of the historical past.
“Today, we are discussing not only the past, but also the foundations of understanding statehood, identity, and Kazakhstan’s place in the history of Eurasia. In the context of the contemporary reassessment of history, the Golden Horde gains particular importance as a key stage in the formation of the political and cultural traditions of the Great Steppe,” the Minister emphasized.
According to him, the Golden Horde represented a unique model of Eurasian integration, fostering interaction between East and West, as well as the exchange of ideas, technologies, and cultural practices, while its history reflects a synthesis of steppe and sedentary civilizations.
“For Kazakhstan, the study of the Golden Horde is not merely an academic undertaking. It is a matter of historical continuity. Kazakhstan regards itself as one of the successors to the Jochi Ulus, where the foundations of statehood and ethnogenesis were formed and later continued in the Kazakh Khanate,” Sayasat Nurbek noted.
Welcoming remarks were also delivered by Ernesto Ottone Ramirez, Assistant Director-General for Culture of UNESCO and Director of the UNESCO World Heritage Centre; Arslan Koichiev, State Secretary of the Kyrgyz Republic; Irada Ayupova, Minister of Culture of the Republic of Tatarstan; Audrey Azoulay, President of the La France s’engage Foundation; Sodnomsambuu Demberel, President of the Mongolian Academy of Sciences; Shavkat Ayupov, President of the Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Uzbekistan; as well as Ilnur Mirgaliyev, Head of the M.A. Usmanov Centre for Golden Horde and Tatar Khanates Studies at the Sh. Marjani Institute of History of the Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tatarstan.
During the symposium, particular attention is being paid to the ethnopolitical history of the Golden Horde, the contemporary significance of its legacy, prospects for further research, material and spiritual cultural heritage, written and oral sources, as well as civilizational interaction along the Great Silk Road.
The forum also envisages specialized academic sessions dedicated to interdisciplinary research on the historical and cultural heritage of the Golden Horde, archaeological discoveries, and issues related to the formation of historical memory and identity.
One of the key outcomes of the international forum was the adoption of the Astana Declaration on the Heritage of the Golden Horde, aimed at promoting international academic cooperation, consolidating research initiatives, and strengthening collaboration among research centers and expert communities from different countries.
The symposium’s cultural programme includes the concert “Uly Dala Murasy” (“Heritage of the Great Steppe”), reflecting the richness of the Great Steppe’s historical and cultural heritage and the continuity of the spiritual traditions of the Eurasian space.
The hosting of the International Symposium in Kazakhstan contributes to further strengthening the country’s international standing as one of the leading centers for the study of the history and heritage of Central Asia, expanding academic dialogue, and promoting an objective understanding of the historical processes that played a significant role in shaping Eurasian civilization.
On April 23-24, 2026, the International Craft Festival «Taraz — City of Craftsmen» will be held at the historical and ethnocultural complex «Kone Taraz» in the city of Taraz.
This is not just a festival, but a major cultural platform that combines traditions and modernity, contributing to the revival of national heritage and the development of craft art.
The festival will gather over 100 craftsmen from foreign countries (Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan), as well as from neighboring regions of Kazakhstan (Almaty and Turkestan). Local artisans will also present their work.
To create a special atmosphere and inspire the guests, a rich program is planned: a scientific and practical conference on the topic «Taraz — City of Craftsmen. Traditional and Modern Crafts», an exhibition of handcrafted items, workshops, and an exhibition of young artisans and artists titled «My World: Fantasy and Reality».
Additionally, the International Fashion Week «ASPARA FASHION WEEK» will take place as part of the festival, where national styles and modern trends will blend harmoniously.
The musical program «Dombyra Party», which will be held next to the felt item included in the Guinness World Records, will give the guests an atmosphere of live traditional music.
Festival guests will have the opportunity to discover the secrets of craft art, see a showcase of national clothing, and enjoy a gala concert featuring pop stars.
Moreover, participants will be able to purchase the items they like and take part in tours of the historical and cultural landmarks of the city.
From April 22 to 26, the IX International Book Exhibition and Fair Astana Eurasian Book Fair 2026 will be held at the Presidential Center in the capital. It is one of the largest cultural and educational events in Central Asia, according to the official website of the city administration. The event is organized by Foliant Publishing House with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Akimat of Astana. Approximately 80 companies representing the publishing, printing, bookselling, and academic sectors will take part in the fair. Around half of them are Kazakhstani organizations, while some 40 companies are expected from Russia, Turkey, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Mongolia, Spain, China, Iran, Belarus, Portugal, Venezuela, and the United Kingdom. The five-day program will feature a wide range of cultural and business events, including book presentations, meetings with authors, autograph sessions, and special masterclasses at the children’s activity zone. Among the highlights are presentations of the following publications: «Turkish Cuisine» (published with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Turkey), Bekarys Shoibekov’s collection of aitys «Bekarys — The Golden Voice of Aitys», Marzhan Yershu’s poem «A Solitary Hand», «Yeldos Smetov. Endurance. Faith. Victory» from the «Contemporaries» series, Yerlan Kozhabayev’s photo album «Kazakh Ornaments», Andrzej Sapkowski’s fantasy novel «The Witcher», Ularbek Daley’s historical novel «Batu Khan», «The Ownerless Shadow» by Alisher Rakhat, «The Journey of Hope» by Spanish writer Javier Moro, «For Whom the Bell Tolls» by Ernest Hemingway, «A Poem-Woman» by Azerbaijani poet Rasmia Sabir, Baiyt Kabanuly’s «Mongol Poetry», «The Tears of the White Zhaiyk» by Nursultan Myktybay, as well as the album books «Turkestan — Eternal and Ever New» and «Dimash Qudaibergen. Infinite Music». On April 23, in celebration of the National Book Day, an official award ceremony will be held for the winners of the national competition Ulttyq Kitap, organized by the Ministry of Culture and Information of Kazakhstan. The official opening ceremony of the exhibition will take place on April 22 at 11:00, with the participation of government and public figures, prominent writers, and foreign ambassadors.
Dear citizens,
Due to the celebration of Nauryz, the Consular Section of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan will not receive visitors from March 21 to March 25, 2025.
Kindly take this information into account when planning your visits and submitting documents.