Kazakhstan and the International Monetary Fund: Kazakhstan's Contribution to Food Security in the Middle East

Al-Kuwait, January 28, 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Kuwait Yerzhan Yelekeyev met with Director of the Middle East Center for Economics and Finance of the International Monetary Fund (IMF CEF) Sami Ben Naceur.

During the meeting, the parties exchanged views on current trends and challenges in the global economy, and discussed pressing issues related to ensuring sustainable economic growth and food security amid global instability.

During the discussion, the Kazakh side presented the country's potential in the agro-industrial complex, food exports, and ensuring stable supplies of agricultural goods, noting Kazakhstan's growing role as a reliable partner in food security.

Particular attention was paid to the possibility of holding a joint expert event in Kuwait dedicated to food security issues and the contribution of Kazakhstan to ensuring food sustainability in the Middle East, including Kuwait.

The parties expressed mutual interest in developing cooperation, continuing expert dialogue, and exploring possible formats for interaction with the participation of relevant agencies and international organizations.

International Monetary Fund's Middle East Center for Economics and Finance (IMF CEF) is a regional center located in Kuwait that provides support to 22 Arab states in the areas of economic policy and financial management. The center provides training, experience sharing, and expert support, contributing to the strengthening of economic stability and the development of institutional capacity in the countries of the region.