What's the government response timeline for Kazakhstan?

Halt of transport between China and Kazakhstan. "Kazakhstan says it is suspending all forms of passenger travel to and from neighboring China, as an outbreak of a new coronavirus continued to widen. Cross-border bus journeys have already been halted, while passenger train movement would stop on February 1 and flights would be suspended two days later, the government said in a statement on January 29." https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/world-news/central-asias-biggest-state-takes-decisive-steps-to-prevent-spread-of-coronavirus/articleshow/74836298.cms

On 31 January, the second stage of strengthening sanitary and epidemiological control had started. This is when they started laboratory diagnosis of the virus. Until the first cases were announced on March 13, Kazakhstan had tested 3,389 people for the virus. Sources: https://primeminister.kz/ru/news/s-1-marta-v-kazahstane-vveden-chetvertyy-etap-usileniya-po-preduprezhdeniyu-zavoza-i-rasprostraneniya-koronavirusnoy-infekcii and https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-03-13/kazakhstan-reports-first-coronavirus-cases-as-testing-ramps-up.

Government cancels all public events, including the Norouz holiday celebrations and a military parade devoted to 75th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany. https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-kazakhstan/kazakhstan-suspends-all-public-events-over-coronavirus-idUSKBN20Z0OD; https://www.rferl.org/a/armenia-puts-restrictions-on-public-and-private-events-amid-spike-in-coronavirus-cases/30492284.html; https://www.usnews.com/news/world/articles/2020-03-12/kazakhstan-suspends-all-public-events-over-coronavirus-president

President Tokayev orders a ban on all public mass gatherings. The exact number is not reported. ( https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-kazakhstan/kazakhstan-suspends-all-public-events-over-coronavirus-idUSKBN20Z0OD)

Quarantines travelers from high-risk regions. https://www.thejakartapost.com/news/2020/03/13/kazakhstan-confirms-first-three-coronavirus-cases.html

Activities at shopping malls and cinemas are suspended https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/insight/publications/2020/03/kazakhstan-state-of-emergency-covid19

Kazakhstan closes all schools and colleges until April 5th. Colleges and universities to move to online learning. https://nationalpost.com/pmn/health-pmn/kazakhstan-suspends-all-public-events-over-coronavirus-2; https://www.euractiv.com/section/central-asia/news/kazakhstan-takes-decisive-steps-to-stop-the-spread-of-coronavirus/

Kazakhstan closes its borders for everyone, except returning citizens, diplomats, and those invited by government. Kazakhs are barred from leaving country. https://24.kg/english/146852_Government_of_Kazakhstan_introduces_quarantine_regime_in_Nur-Sultan_and_Almaty__/; https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/insight/publications/2020/03/kazakhstan-state-of-emergency-covid19

On March 16 Kazakstan declared the state of emergency, followed by massive information campaign: ( https://liter.kz/v-kazahstane-vvedeno-chrezvychajnoe-po/)

Government imposes lockdown on two cities Nur-Sultan and Almaty, effective starting Midnight 19th. Also, all stores and shopping malls in the two major cities will be closed and only grocery and drug stores will be allowed to operate during the quarantine. According to the website, special points to distribute food, medicine, and other items will be defined in Nur-Sultan and Almaty. Restrictions vary between regions. In some regions, such as the Almaty Oblast, Taraz and Pavlodar, movement into and out of the region is restricted. In some regions, like Oksemen and Semey people are not allowed to leave without passes. For a full range of restrictions on movement see: https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/ ( https://24.kg/english/146852_Government_of_Kazakhstan_introduces_quarantine_regime_in_Nur-Sultan_and_Almaty__/; https://www.rferl.org/a/armenia-puts-restrictions-on-public-and-private-events-amid-spike-in-coronavirus-cases/30492284.html)

Various regions across Kazakhstan impose restrictions on gatherings of 3 or more individuals (excluding family). Most large cities have adopted this measure. https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

A number of cities significantly reduced public transport services after imposing stay at home orders. Similar to other restriction, these vary in strength by region. In some regions, like Almaty, public transport only operates between 6AM - 7PM with occupancy limited to 50 passengers. In others, like Aktobe, all forms of public transportation are closed. The full variety of measures can be viewed here: https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/ ( http://astana.gov.kz/ru/news/news/22085, https://www.reuters.com/article/health-coronavirus-kazakhstan-restrictio-idINR4N28J00V)

Various regions in Kazakhstan adopt stay-at-home measures. In most regions, individuals are restricted from leaving their home with the exception for essential matters (grocery shopping, work). The stringency of restrictions vary across regions. In Nur-Sultan and Almaty documentation is required in order to travel. ( https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/)

According to the Minister of Information and Public Development, individual entrepreneurs along with those who have lost their jobs, students who are self-employed and have worked informally) will receive the right to monthly social assistance from the state for quarantine - 42.5 thousand tenge (=USD 99.22) To receive payment, it is necessary that the employee make contributions to the State Social Insurance Fund for at least three months in the last 12 months before the date of the state of emergency. Social benefits apply only to employees of medium, small and micro-businesses. Link: https://forbes.kz/process/poluchit_posobie_po_bezrabotitse_v_42500_tenge_budet_neprosto/

The Government of Kazakhstan has signed a decree on tax exemption. Thus, until December 31, 2020, business owners are exempt from three types of tax. Link: https://www.zakon.kz/5012950-kazahstanskih-krupnyh-predprinimateley.html

Anyone returning from abroad (regardless of location of departure) will be required to take a coronavirus test. ( https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/sdacha-testov-na-covid-19-i-izolyaciya-kosnetsya-vseh-aviapassazhirov-nezavisimo-ot-kategorii-stran_a3628337)

Nur-Sultan and Almaty go on official lockdown. "In addition to restricting movement of people and vehicles, the authorities have limited public transportation and instructed restaurants to switch to delivery-only service. To enforce the isolation of these city centres, the President announced the need to impose penalties on those who violate the requirements of quarantine." ( https://www.euractiv.com/section/central-asia/news/kazakhstan-takes-decisive-steps-to-stop-the-spread-of-coronavirus/)

President Kassym-Zhomart Tokaev instructed to reduce the cost of utilities for the quarantine period. It was decided that in the regions where quarantine was introduced, 15 thousand tenge will be sent to socially vulnerable segments of the population within two months: https://www.akorda.kz/ru/speeches/internal_political_affairs/in_speeches_and_addresses/vystuplenie-prezidenta-kasym-zhomarta-tokaeva-na-zasedanii-gosudarstvennoi-komissii-po-chrezvychainomu-polozheniyu

Minister of Health said that tests using newly-important test kits will be administered to symptomatic individuals and high-risk individuals as first priority. ( https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/grazhdane-iz-gruppy-riska-budut-prohodit-testy-na-koronavirus-v-almaty-i-stolice_a3628958)

There is a map tracing contacts of infected people, available at the state gov portal: https://egov.kz/cms/ru/articles/covid-map. With 1986 entries, it looks like a real thing. Launch date taken from this news portal: https://24.kz/ru/news/polezno-znat/item/383003-kartu-ob-ektov-povyshennogo-vnimaniya-covid-19-v-kazakhstane-obnovili

"For the period from March 30 to April 5, all enterprises were closed in these two cities." ( http://www.interfax.ru/world/702343) "In Nur-Sultan and Almaty, all non-essential local businesses and organizations will be closed in Nur-Sultan and Almaty through at least April 13." ( https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/)

Almaty announces that tests, as of now, will continue to be administered only to those individuals, who are symptomatic and those who have received confirmations from doctors that they should be tested. ( https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/test-na-koronavirus-v-almaty-poka-mozhno-sdelat-tol-ko-po-naznacheniyu_a3632552)

Kazakhstan develops 2 coronavirus test domestically. So far they, primarily, relied on imported technology. ( https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/srazu-dva-testa-dlya-vyyavleniya-covid-2019-sozdany-v-kazahstane_a3633539)

On April 6 the government launched an online form in which everyone who wishes to get tested for COVID and who is eligible (there are special groups identified) could leave their contacts and get an express test. The website is https://formcovid.eisz.kz/index.html.

Various cities have additionally forced closure of public parks to prevent gatherings https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

The government launched a WhatsApp bot for everyone to ask questions re covid-19: ( https://www.inform.kz/ru/minzdrav-kazahstana-zapustil-v-whatsapp-oficial-nyy-chat-bot-o-koronaviruse_a3635518)

"For the period from March 30 to April 5, all enterprises were closed in these two cities." ( http://www.interfax.ru/world/702343) "In Nur-Sultan and Almaty, all non-essential local businesses and organizations will be closed in Nur-Sultan and Almaty through at least April 13." ( https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/)

Government announces that scope of testing will increase starting today. All medical personnel, those with prior respiratory disorders. ( https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/v-almaty-rasshiryat-podlezhaschiy-testirovaniyu-na-koronavirus-kontingent_a3635992)

Quarantine in Almaty and Nur-Sultan requires closure of all commercial stores apart from groceries; restaurants are recommended to work in a 'take-away' regime; companies are recommended to transfer 70% of employees to remote work: https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/important

Anyone coming into north-Kazakhstan regions will be required to take a test. ( https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/na-koronavirus-budut-testirovat-v-sko-vseh-v-ezzhayuschih-v-region_a3639395)

The government of Kazakhstan decided to continue the state of emergency until 1 May. Borders remain closed: https://www.akorda.kz/ru/legal_acts/decrees/o-prodlenii-deistviya-chrezvychainogo-polozheniya-v-respublike-kazahstan

Daily briefings by the government officials and the chief medical officer: https://24.kz/ru/tv-projects/brifing

In Aktobe anyone who has come in contact with a coronavirus carrier will be tested. ( https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/v-aktobe-nachali-proverku-ekspress-testami-na-kvi-kontaktnyh-lic_a3639799)

The police force and journalists are among new class of workers who will be tested for the coronavirus in Atyrau. ( https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/vrachey-policeyskih-i-zhurnalistov-protestiruyut-na-koronavirus-v-atyrau_a3644208)

Government says that testing will likely become a "norm" in Kazakhstan even following the peak of the virus. ( https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/postoyannoe-testirovanie-naseleniya-na-nalichie-koronavirusa-vnedryat-v-kazahstane_a3644707)

Flights between Nur Sultan and Almaty resume. ( https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/world-news/kazakhstan-prepares-for-post-crisis-period/articleshow/75484371.cms?from=mdr)

With flights between major cities of Kazakhstan resuming as of May 1st, President Tokayev stated that citizens will have to self-register to receive a test prior to any travel. Citizens will have to pay out-of-pocket for the test. ( https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/zapisat-sya-na-pcr-testirovanie-zhiteli-stolicy-smogut-v-prilozhenii-smart-astana_a3644390)

State Commission approves a series of restriction easing measures. They include: "1. The list of activities of business entities that will resume work in all regions from May 4, 2020, has been approved: non-food stores up to 500 m² until 5 p.m. (all types); photo shops, flower stalls; hairdressing salons (by appointment); medical centers (by appointment); dental clinics (by appointment); real estate companies, advertising agencies, lawyers, notaries; microfinance organizations, insurance companies, pawnshops, exchange offices; information and communications technology companies. 2. From May 4, 2020, sports and outdoor training are allowed. 3. A decision was made to resume flights from Nur-Sultan and Almaty to Kyzylorda, Petropavlovsk, Ust-Kamenogorsk and Semey from May 4, 2020. Flights will be carried out with enhanced sanitary standards, fewer passengers and special remote seating in the cabin." However, stay-at-home measures and significant internal movement restrictions still apply. ( https://primeminister.kz/en/news/goskomissiya-utverdila-perechen-vozobnovlyaemyh-s-4-maya-t-g-vidov-deyatelnosti-v-rk-2932311)

All non-essential businesses remain closed during the extended state of emergency. ( https://www.worldaware.com/covid-19-alert-kazakhstan-extends-state-emergency-all-other-restrictions-through-april-30)

All public events and gatherings remain banned. ( https://www.worldaware.com/covid-19-alert-kazakhstan-extends-state-emergency-all-other-restrictions-through-april-30)

Restriction on gatherings remain decentralized. However, major cities continue to impose a ban on gatherings of more than 3 people. ( https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/)

Public transport closure measures vary between regions, but most major cities have either completely shut or significantly reduced public transport operation. ( https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/; https://www.worldaware.com/covid-19-alert-kazakhstan-extends-state-emergency-all-other-restrictions-through-april-30)

"Stay-at-home orders and/or localized curfews, with exceptions for performing essential tasks or traveling to/from employment at an essential business or organization" Stringency of measures continue to vary across regions. ( https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/; https://www.worldaware.com/covid-19-alert-kazakhstan-extends-state-emergency-all-other-restrictions-through-april-30)

Schools remain closed across the country: https://en.unesco.org/covid19/educationresponse

Working parents in Kazakhstan will be given the opportunity to send their children to kindergartens. As Deputy Prime Minister Eraly Tugzhanov explained, taking into account the current restrictions of the quarantine regime, the possibility is now considered that no more than 15 children come to kindergartens in each group. “Many citizens were allowed to resume work, this is 1.1 million people. The service sector resumes operations. Since many workers have children, we considered the possibility of children attending kindergarten. On average, in one kindergarten there are 25-30 children in a group. There should not be more than 15 children in quarantine, ”said Yeraly Tugzhanov during an online briefing in the Government. Link: https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/snyatie-chp-kak-budut-rabotat-detskie-sady-v-kazahstane_a3648368

Since May 11, in the Zhambyl region, by decision of the regional operational headquarters, the second stage of easing quarantine restrictions was introduced. Repair service centers, information and communication technology companies, household appliances, optics stores, photo shops, flower shops and kiosks, non-food stores, medical centers by appointment were opened. Link: https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/tretiy-etap-oslableniya-karantinnyh-mer-vveli-v-zhambylskoy-oblasti_a3651834

“It is allowed to conduct sports training and conduct rehearsals. For working parents, duty groups are organized in kindergartens, in compliance with sanitary standards, ”said Deputy Prime Minister Eraly Tugzhanov during an online briefing in the Government. At the same time, he emphasized that the ban on holding any mass events continues. Link: https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/provodit-sportivnye-trenirovki-razreshat-v-kazahstane_a3648360

The second stage of mitigation of quarantine measures in the Zhambyl region was announced today at an online briefing in the regional communications service. Zhambyl residents are now allowed to conduct sports and training on the streets. Link: https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/vtoroy-etap-smyagcheniya-karantina-chto-razreshaetsya-zhitelyam-zhambylskoy-oblasti_a3648499

In the East Kazakhstan region, quarantine measures have been extended until June 1. The decision of the chief sanitary doctor of the region announced the need to extend quarantine measures from 07:00 on May 11, 2020 to 07:00 on June 1, 2020 throughout the territory of the region. The decree also states the prohibition of holding family, religious, ceremonial, festive and other public events. Gathering in the streets and in other public places in groups of more than three people, with the exception of members of the same family, is prohibited. Link: https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/karantin-v-vostochno-kazahstanskoy-oblasti-prodlen-do-1-iyunya_a3649001

In Nur Sultan, public transport has resumed work since May 12. Buses run from 06:00 to 22:00 hours. All city routes run on the line. Suburban routes will be launched in the second stage, this will be announced later. All buses are being disinfected. Link: https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/passazhiropotok-v-stolichnyh-avtobusah-sostavlyaet-30-35_a3651100

As of May 11, Kazakhstan’s State of Emergency has expired. Despite its expiration, Kazakhstan’s border largely remains closed to foreign citizens with highly limited exception, including diplomats, direct-family members of Kazakhstani citizens, residency permit holders, and some employees of designated companies in critical industries. Link: https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

Kazakhstan removed many lockdown restrictions throughout the country May 18. The country allowed for hotels, catering facilities with a capacity of up to 30 seats, and catering facilities operating in open air terraces to resume their operations. Religious worship was resumed, as long as 70 percent of the total usable area remained unfilled and social distancing observed. Kazakh capital’s Central Market, the city’s largest market, reopened May 18 as well. Link: https://astanatimes.com/2020/05/kazakhstan-eases-back-into-normal-life-with-more-restriction-lifted-by-government/

It is not yet planned to remove roadblocks on highways between the cities of Kazakhstan. This was stated by the Chairman of the Committee for Quality and Safety Control of Goods and Services of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Link: https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/riski-ochen-bol-shie-minzdrav-o-snyatii-blokpostov-mezhdu-regionami_a3651156

In Almaty, 99,500 tests for coronavirus were carried out. “PCR diagnostics is the gold standard of diagnosis, the most accurate type of diagnosis. To date, we have completed 99,500 studies. This is the highest indicator in all regions of the republic. It was by this method that we identified 1848 cases of the disease from the very beginning of the epidemic, ”said chief state sanitary doctor of Almaty during an online briefing. Link: https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/pochti-100-tysyach-pcr-testov-na-koronavirus-proveli-v-almaty_a3651182

All service centers of the Akmola region have resumed their work according to the press service of the Government for Citizens branch in the Akmola region. Link: https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/cony-vozobnovili-rabotu-v-akmolinskoy-oblasti_a3651599

Since May 11, the state of emergency has been terminated, but quarantine measures remain. Work continues at six roadblocks along the perimeter of the city of Nur Sultan, where police and health authorities provide sanitary-quarantine control. Link: https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/kto-mozhet-besprepyatstvenno-peresech-blokposty-v-nur-sultane_a3651566

"A prerequisite for the resumption of all types of entrepreneurial activities is strict compliance with sanitary and epidemiological requirements. This will be monitored by special mobile groups. To ensure the safety of the health of residents of the region, as well as due to the high risk of infection, public transport will not be resumed" - the press service of the Zhambyl region. Link: https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/tretiy-etap-oslableniya-karantinnyh-mer-vveli-v-zhambylskoy-oblasti_a3651834

Employees who have been left without income after lifting a state of emergency must be paid a minimum wage by employers. Workers may apply to the Social Welfare Department if superiors refuse to pay them. Link: http://archive.vn/mG4Rs

The President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Zhomart Tokayev, urged Kazakhstanis to be ready for a second outbreak of coronavirus in the country. According to the Head of State, it is necessary to strengthen and institutionalize the sanitary-epidemiological service. “We need to turn to the proven model. In this regard, work has already begun to create a new committee, and the status and powers of the chief state sanitary inspector will be increased. Life itself prompts this reform, ”K. Tokayev noted. “Measures will be taken to provide social protection for specialists and the personnel training system for this service has been revised. In addition, further strengthening of cooperation with foreign countries in the fight against infectious diseases is necessary. The biosafety system should work according to common standards and ensure effective cross-country interaction and response to threats, ”the President added. Link: https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/prezident-prizval-gotovit-sya-ko-vtoroy-vspyshke-koronavirusa_a3654720

East Kazakhstan extended quarantine regulations until June 13, the regional administration’s press service informs. In accordance with the decree of the chief sanitary doctor of East Kazakhstan region the quarantine restrictions and regulations were prolonged in the region until 00:00 June 13. Notable, bus service within the region remains. People may leave the city of Ust Kamenogorsk from 06:00 p.m. Friday until 09:00 p.m. Sunday for recreational zones. If health situation is stable the hotels, tourist centres, health resorts, children’s recreational camps will open their doors only for the nationals of Kazakhstan since June 13 as the borders are still closed. Link: https://www.inform.kz/en/e-kazakhstan-extends-quarantine-until-jun-13_a3655718

Kazakhstan considers gradual resumption of international air service,» head of the civil aviation committee of the Kazakh Industry and Infrastructure Development Talgat Lastayev said. He said that since the start of the pandemic suspended were 440 flights per week in 97 directions. That is 99% of all international flights. At today’s meeting of the interdepartmental commission for prevention of coronavirus spread jointly with the Foreign Ministry and Healthcare Ministry it was assigned to work at resumption of international air service. The Healthcare Ministry recommends first to resume air service with the countries with low risk up to the health situation. The first stage embraces China, South Korea and Azerbaijan. The second stage includes Turkey, the UAE, Germany, Thailand and Czech Republic. The Foreign Ministry will negotiate issues concerning crossing of state borders by Kazakhstanis and foreign nationals. He stressed that air service would not start immediately. The flights will restart as far as all instances are coordinated and depending on the epidemiological situation. The certain opening dates will be determined yet. Link: https://www.inform.kz/en/kazakhstan-to-gradually-resume-international-air-service_a3655774

«Kazakhstan has changed the COVID-19 treatment approaches,» Kazakh Healthcare Minister Yelzhan Birtanov told an online briefing. As the Minister noted, lots of asymptomatic patients were detected during testing aimed to reveal potential sites of infection. 300 people or 80% of all detected cases are asymptotic on an average. There is no need to hospitalize them. Research shows that people with no symptoms are not dangerous as active cases. People with cough, fever are more contagious than people with no symptoms. Thus, the isolation of asymptotic people will be reduced to 10 days. If tested negative on the 10th day they will not be further monitored. Link: https://www.inform.kz/en/asymptomatic-patients-not-to-be-hospitalized_a3655859

Today, the Interdepartmental Commission for Preventing the Spread of the Coronavirus, chaired by the Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Yerala Tugzhanov, taking into account the proposals of the population and government bodies, made additional decisions to reduce restrictive measures in the country, Kazinform reports referring to the press service of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan. From June 1, 2020: 1) interregional roadblocks are being removed. By decision of the Chief State Sanitary Doctors and regional akimats, local roadblocks in the areas of the coronavirus outbreak can be saved. 2) rail transport to regional centers and large cities of Kazakhstan, as well as inter-regional bus passenger transport, is resumed. Passengers will be transported strictly in accordance with the approved sanitary requirements of the Ministry of Health. Ensuring compliance with established requirements in railway and bus stations will be carried out by employees of the Ministry of the Interior. 3) the activity of fitness centers, spa centers is resumed. 4) the work of all objects of sports and culture is resumed without spectators. 5) the work of kindergartens, supplementary education organizations (no more than 15 people in a group), research institutes and research centers resumes. Link: https://www.inform.kz/ru/snizhenie-ogranicheniy-v-strane-snimut-blokposty-otkroyut-kinoteatry_a3655708

Today, the Interdepartmental Commission for Preventing the Spread of the Coronavirus, chaired by the Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Yerala Tugzhanov, taking into account the proposals of the population and government bodies, made additional decisions to reduce restrictive measures in the country, Kazinform reports referring to the press service of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan. From June 1, 2020: 1) interregional roadblocks are being removed. By decision of the Chief State Sanitary Doctors and regional akimats, local roadblocks in the areas of the coronavirus outbreak can be saved. 2) rail transport to regional centers and large cities of Kazakhstan, as well as inter-regional bus passenger transport, is resumed. Passengers will be transported strictly in accordance with the approved sanitary requirements of the Ministry of Health. Ensuring compliance with established requirements in railway and bus stations will be carried out by employees of the Ministry of the Interior. 3) the activity of fitness centers, spa centers is resumed. 4) the work of all objects of sports and culture is resumed without spectators. 5) the work of kindergartens, supplementary education organizations (no more than 15 people in a group), research institutes and research centers resumes. Link: https://www.inform.kz/ru/snizhenie-ogranicheniy-v-strane-snimut-blokposty-otkroyut-kinoteatry_a3655708

Today, the Interdepartmental Commission for Preventing the Spread of the Coronavirus, chaired by the Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Yerala Tugzhanov, taking into account the proposals of the population and government bodies, made additional decisions to reduce restrictive measures in the country, Kazinform reports referring to the press service of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan. From June 1, 2020: 1) interregional roadblocks are being removed. By decision of the Chief State Sanitary Doctors and regional akimats, local roadblocks in the areas of the coronavirus outbreak can be saved. 2) rail transport to regional centers and large cities of Kazakhstan, as well as inter-regional bus passenger transport, is resumed. Passengers will be transported strictly in accordance with the approved sanitary requirements of the Ministry of Health. Ensuring compliance with established requirements in railway and bus stations will be carried out by employees of the Ministry of the Interior. 3) the activity of fitness centers, spa centers is resumed. 4) the work of all objects of sports and culture is resumed without spectators. 5) the work of kindergartens, supplementary education organizations (no more than 15 people in a group), research institutes and research centers resumes. Link: https://www.inform.kz/ru/snizhenie-ogranicheniy-v-strane-snimut-blokposty-otkroyut-kinoteatry_a3655708

According to a decree of Chief Sanitary Doctor Aizhan Yessmagambetova as of June 6, Kazakhstan eases quarantine measures for arrivals from abroad. According to the decree, persons arriving in the Republic of Kazakhstan from overseas would have to be placed in a quarantine hospital for up to 2 days for conducting COVID-19 laboratory testing. This is with the exception of government delegations of the Republic of Kazakhstan; members of official delegations of foreign states and international organizations arriving in the Republic of Kazakhstan at the invitation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan; employees of diplomatic missions, consular posts and missions of international organizations accredited in the Republic of Kazakhstan and their family members; airline crews. Link: https://www.inform.kz/en/kazakhstan-eases-quarantine-measures-for-arrivals-from-abroad_a3659002

restrictions on interregional travel have been lifted. Public transport, including rail services, has begun to resume, though it will likely run at reduced capacity in many areas. Access to several major cities, including Nur-Sultan and Almaty, remains restricted. https://www.worldaware.com/covid-19-alert-kazakhstan-begins-easing-measures-while-maintaining-many-restrictions-june-11

Authorities in Kazakhstan are maintaining restrictions on international travel as part of the country's response to coronavirus disease (COVID-19) as of June 11, though they have eased several domestic measures. https://www.worldaware.com/covid-19-alert-kazakhstan-begins-easing-measures-while-maintaining-many-restrictions-june-11

Chief Medical Officer of Nur-Sultan city Zhanna Praliyeva commented on what conditions cinemas could resume their operation in the Kazakh capital starting June 15, Kazinform correspondent reports. Link: https://www.inform.kz/en/cinemas-likely-to-resume-operation-in-kazakh-capital-june-15_a3661061 Link: https://www.inform.kz/en/cinemas-likely-to-resume-operation-in-kazakh-capital-june-15_a3661061

On June 14, 2020, Nazarbayev University hosted a virtual Graduation ceremony. The 2020 Ceremony is special as this year Nazarbayev University celebrates its tenth anniversary and for the first time due to the COVID-19 pandemic the Ceremony was digital Link: https://www.inform.kz/en/nazarbayev-university-hosts-digital-graduation-ceremony_a3661719

As of June 14 Kazakhstan has registered 620 asymptomatic coronavirus cases over 24 hours, which are not included into the total count, Kazinform reports referring to coronavirus2020.kz. Link: https://www.inform.kz/en/kazakhstan-records-4-402-asymptomatic-coronavirus-cases_a3661537

Authorities will close some non-essential businesses, https://uk.reuters.com/article/uk-health-coronavirus-kazakhstan/kazakhstan-implements-second-lockdown-after-covid-cases-surge-idUKKBN2430T2 https://thediplomat.com/2020/07/kazakhstan-locks-down-again-as-covid-19-cases-rise/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2020/07/04/kazakhstan-becomes-first-country-re-impose-nationwide-lockdown/

ban public gatherings. The measures may be tightened or extended later, https://uk.reuters.com/article/uk-health-coronavirus-kazakhstan/kazakhstan-implements-second-lockdown-after-covid-cases-surge-idUKKBN2430T2 https://thediplomat.com/2020/07/kazakhstan-locks-down-again-as-covid-19-cases-rise/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2020/07/04/kazakhstan-becomes-first-country-re-impose-nationwide-lockdown/

ban public gatherings. The measures may be tightened or extended later. Also unlike previously, Kazakhs will be allowed to leave their homes for walks but only in groups of no more than three, and cafes and restaurants will be able to stay open if they have outdoor seating. https://uk.reuters.com/article/uk-health-coronavirus-kazakhstan/kazakhstan-implements-second-lockdown-after-covid-cases-surge-idUKKBN2430T2 https://thediplomat.com/2020/07/kazakhstan-locks-down-again-as-covid-19-cases-rise/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2020/07/04/kazakhstan-becomes-first-country-re-impose-nationwide-lockdown/

working hours of public transport cut down, https://uk.reuters.com/article/uk-health-coronavirus-kazakhstan/kazakhstan-implements-second-lockdown-after-covid-cases-surge-idUKKBN2430T2 https://thediplomat.com/2020/07/kazakhstan-locks-down-again-as-covid-19-cases-rise/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2020/07/04/kazakhstan-becomes-first-country-re-impose-nationwide-lockdown/

Also unlike previously, Kazakhs will be allowed to leave their homes for walks but only in groups of no more than three, and cafes and restaurants will be able to stay open if they have outdoor seating. https://uk.reuters.com/article/uk-health-coronavirus-kazakhstan/kazakhstan-implements-second-lockdown-after-covid-cases-surge-idUKKBN2430T2 https://thediplomat.com/2020/07/kazakhstan-locks-down-again-as-covid-19-cases-rise/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2020/07/04/kazakhstan-becomes-first-country-re-impose-nationwide-lockdown/

limit travel between provinces, https://uk.reuters.com/article/uk-health-coronavirus-kazakhstan/kazakhstan-implements-second-lockdown-after-covid-cases-surge-idUKKBN2430T2 https://thediplomat.com/2020/07/kazakhstan-locks-down-again-as-covid-19-cases-rise/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2020/07/04/kazakhstan-becomes-first-country-re-impose-nationwide-lockdown/

This time the former Soviet republic of 19 million people will maintain air and railroad links between its provinces and air links with a limited number of countries. International air traffic will continue, but the list of approved countries will not be expanded. https://uk.reuters.com/article/uk-health-coronavirus-kazakhstan/kazakhstan-implements-second-lockdown-after-covid-cases-surge-idUKKBN2430T2 https://thediplomat.com/2020/07/kazakhstan-locks-down-again-as-covid-19-cases-rise/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2020/07/04/kazakhstan-becomes-first-country-re-impose-nationwide-lockdown/

First. The academic year of September 1 is planned to begin in a remote format in grades 1-11 in all schools of the country, with the exception of remote rural ungraded schools. Second. According to the statement of the parents of primary school students, subject to conditions, it is planned to provide the possibility of attending obligatory classes in-person in compliance with strict sanitary measures," the minister said. https://www.kt.kz/eng/society/new_school_year_for_kazakhstani_students_to_begin_remotely_1377901492.html

However, recent pickup in confirmed cases has led to the reintroduction of the quarantine, initially planned for two weeks starting July 5 and later extended to end-July. https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19#K

However, recent pickup in confirmed cases has led to the reintroduction of the quarantine, initially planned for two weeks starting July 5 and later extended to end-July. https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19#K

However, recent pickup in confirmed cases has led to the reintroduction of the quarantine, initially planned for two weeks starting July 5 and later extended to end-July. https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19#K

However, recent pickup in confirmed cases has led to the reintroduction of the quarantine, initially planned for two weeks starting July 5 and later extended to end-July. https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19#K

However, recent pickup in confirmed cases has led to the reintroduction of the quarantine, initially planned for two weeks starting July 5 and later extended to end-July. https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19#K

Border Restrictions Still in Effect: Kazakhstan’s border largely remains closed to foreign citizens with limited exception. https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

As of 14:00 on July 21, 1 million 567 thousand unique applications were received from citizens for the appointment of a one-time payment from the State Social Insurance Fund in case of loss of income in connection with the introduction of restrictive measures in July, the amount of payment is equal to the minimum wage - 42 500 tenge. https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/bolee-odnogo-mln-kazahstancev-poluchili-edinovremennuyu-vyplatu-42-500-tenge_a3675055

Dedicated website https://www.coronavirus2020.kz/ru/news

Countrywide quarantine restrictions that began on July 5 remain in place, and have been extended through at least August 2. https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

Countrywide quarantine restrictions that began on July 5 remain in place, and have been extended through at least August 2. https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

Countrywide quarantine restrictions that began on July 5 remain in place, and have been extended through at least August 2. https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

Regional bus service are suspended, but municipal transportation and rail travel will remain limited. https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

Countrywide quarantine restrictions that began on July 5 remain in place, and have been extended through at least August 2. https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

According to the US embassy, Countrywide quarantine restrictions that began on July 5 remain in place, and have been extended through at least August 16. Many business remain closed, including gyms and fitness centers, pools, beaches, cultural facilities, museums, exhibits, entertainment centers, religious facilities, movie theaters, food courts, and recreational facilities. Some essential business will continue to operate, including grocery stores, open-air markets, and pharmacies. Limited enterprises, such as companies in construction, agriculture, auto service, and commercial banks will remain open. https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

According to the US embassy, Countrywide quarantine restrictions that began on July 5 remain in place, and have been extended through at least August 16. All large events and family gatherings are prohibited. https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

According to the US embassy, Countrywide quarantine restrictions that began on July 5 remain in place, and have been extended through at least August 16. All large events and family gatherings are prohibited. https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

According to the US embassy, Countrywide quarantine restrictions that began on July 5 remain in place, and have been extended through at least August 16. Regional bus service will be suspended, and municipal transportation will be limited. Rail travel will be limited. In Nur-Sultan public transportation runs at 50% capacity. https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

According to the US embassy, Countrywide quarantine restrictions that began on July 5 remain in place, and have been extended through at least August 16. Regional bus service will be suspended, and municipal transportation will be limited. Rail travel will be limited. In Nur-Sultan public transportation runs at 50% capacity. https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

According to the US embassy, the Kazakhstani border remains closed to foreigners with highly limited exceptions, including citizens of those countries with which Kazakhstan has resumed direct flights (China, South Korea, Japan, Thailand, and Turkey). https://kz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

According to IMF, following the reintroduction of the quarantine in early July, the authorities are developing new measures to support the economy and vulnerable population, including cash transfers to individuals who have lost jobs due to the quarantine and the possibility of extending tax concessions beyond early October for vulnerable individuals and businesses. https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19

On 16th August 2020, lockdown restrictions have been lifted however the government said it would maintain stricter weekend lockdowns. https://uk.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-kazakhstan-uzbekis/kazakhstan-uzbekistan-cautiously-prepare-for-second-reopening-idUKKCN25A1IC

As part of the wider lifting of restrictions starting 17th August 2020, trade centers, beauty and hairstyle salons, spa centers, cosmetology clinics, fitness centers, education centers and outdoor entertainment parks will reopen, but only with strict compliance to social distancing, masks and other sanitary requirements. Companies are still recommended to keep employees working from home. https://astanatimes.com/2020/08/kazakhstan-to-partially-lift-quarantine-restrictions-starting-aug-17/

From 17th August 2020 onwards, the state commission decided to allow individual and group (no more than five people) outdoor workouts. https://astanatimes.com/2020/08/kazakhstan-to-partially-lift-quarantine-restrictions-starting-aug-17/

From 17th August onwards, public transport will resume its work with mandatory disinfection and frequent ventilation efforts. https://astanatimes.com/2020/08/kazakhstan-to-partially-lift-quarantine-restrictions-starting-aug-17/

On 17th August 2020, quarantine has been extended in Almaty as reported by the press service of the department for quality control and safety of goods and service. https://kaztag.kz/en/news/quarantine-extended-again-in-almaty-region

On 17th August 2020, quarantine has been extended in Almaty, as reported by the press service of the department for quality control and safety of goods and service. https://kaztag.kz/en/news/quarantine-extended-again-in-almaty-region

Starting 17th August 2020, Kazakhstan will resume flights to Belarus, Egypt, Germany, Russia, the Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates and Ukraine. Travel to Russia would require a permit sought from the Russian government. https://astanatimes.com/2020/08/kazakhstan-to-resume-flights-with-seven-countries-starting-aug-17/

Although on 17th August, Kazakhstan's nationwide quarantine regime was lifted, shopping malls and religious institutions remain closed. https://reliefweb.int/report/kazakhstan/united-nations-kazakhstan-covid-19-situation-report-8-24-august-2020

Amidst continuing strict weekend lockdowns, public transport operating hours are limited on Saturdays and Sundays. https://reliefweb.int/report/kazakhstan/united-nations-kazakhstan-covid-19-situation-report-8-24-august-2020

Unable to find update on Almaty region's local lockdown.