/KASE, October 18, 04/ - Kazneftehim JSC (Almaty) has informed Kazakhstan stock exchange (KASE) with the official letter that in connection with redemption of bonds of the first emission (KZ2PKY02A634; KASE's official list of B category KZNHb1 KZT 1000, KZT 305.8 m; Oct 15, 02 - Oct 15, 04, semiannual coupon 14.0% APR) above mentioned Joint Stock Company paid nominal value of bonds and forth payment of premium on them.

According to the issuer payment of nominal value is equal to amount KZT 305,800,000 with simultaneous payment of premium. The Company did not disclose the amount and terms of repayment.

[2004-10-18]