Head of ASPR met with World Bank Regional Director Najy Benhassine

A meeting was held in Astana between ASPR Chairman Aset Irgaliyev and Najy Benhassine, World Bank Regional Director for Central Asia. Discussions focused on agreements reached during the World Bank Group and IMF Annual Meetings in Washington.

Aset Irgaliyev outlined the Agency’s key priorities and expressed readiness to expand cooperation with the World Bank through joint strategic and research initiatives.

“Kazakhstan is actively advancing reforms aimed at strengthening institutions, economic growth, and improving citizens’ welfare. We highly value our partnership with the World Bank and believe that deeper analytical cooperation will enhance reform effectiveness,” - he said.

Najy Benhassine noted the consistency of Kazakhstan’s reforms and confirmed the World Bank’s readiness to deepen cooperation. He highlighted the development of a new Country Partnership Framework and the importance of continuing the Joint Economic Research Program.

“Kazakhstan has significant potential for further development. The World Bank places high importance on cooperation and is ready to contribute knowledge and financial instruments to achieve Kazakhstan’s strategic development goals,” - he noted.

The parties agreed to intensify joint expert discussions and analytical research.