Almaty Region, August 5, 2025 – Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Gabidulla Ospankulov, Counselor to the Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan Bahtiyar Maken and Acting Chairman of the Management Board of “Kazakh Invest” NC” JSC Aibol Argyngazynov paid a working visit to Kegen District of Almaty Region. The purpose of the visit was to inspect ongoing investment projects and discuss new initiatives in tourism, energy, and processing industries. The program included meetings with current and potential investors as well as on-site visits to investment project locations.
As part of the visit, a working meeting was held with the participation of Deputy Akim of Almaty Region Rustam Issatayev, heads of local government bodies, and representatives of local businesses. The parties discussed state support measures and the investment potential of the district. Participants raised pressing issues faced during project implementation and proposed solutions. The dialogue helped define concrete steps to enhance cooperation between investors and public authorities.
During the visit, Gabidulla Ospankulov and Aibol Argyngazynov familiarized themselves with several investment projects. One of the key initiatives is the project by “Slava Munai Service” LLP to construct a mining and processing plant with an investment of approximately 40 billion tenge. The project aims to establish a full production cycle from ore extraction to finished product and significantly boost the region’s export potential.
They also reviewed the roadside service complex “Compass,” scheduled to launch in 2026. Designed to serve transit traffic, the complex is expected to host up to 800,000 visitors annually with an investment of 2.8 billion tenge.
In addition, an initiative by “ASK Capital” LLP was presented for the development of a tourist zone near the Black Canyon. The project includes the construction of a glass bridge, a 420-meter zipline, glamping facilities, and other tourist infrastructure. Total investments are estimated at 1.5 billion tenge, with the potential to receive up to 150,000 tourists per year.
In addition, a cable car project between the Kolsai lakes, initiated by “Company Stroy Industriya” LLP with an investment of 15 billion tenge, was discussed. The cable car will connect the two lakes, offering a convenient route for tourists, with annual traffic projected to reach 500,000 visitors. Implementation of this project will significantly enhance the tourism potential of Kegen district, attracting both domestic and international tourists.
At the end of the visit, instructions were given to continue supporting the projects and address administrative barriers. Investment attraction efforts will continue in coordination with local and central government agencies.