Under Presidential Order No. 306 of 1 July 2026, the membership of the Foreign Investors’ Council under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan has been updated. The revised composition replaces that approved by Presidential Order No. 174 of 1 October 2024.
The Foreign Investors’ Council is an advisory body chaired by the President of Kazakhstan. It serves as a key platform for direct dialogue between the Government and the international business community. The Council traditionally brings together chief executives of major global companies and international organizations. Its foreign membership currently includes leaders of 34 leading international companies and organizations, as well as 8 observers.
The updated foreign membership includes several new participants. Martin Vaujour, President of Alstom for Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia, who previously participated in the Council’s work as an observer, has become a full member. Moutaz Al-Khayyat, Chairman of Power International Holding, has also joined the Council as a full member.
Observer status has been granted to Thomas Pramotedham, Chief Executive Officer of Presight AI Holding PLC, and Muhammad Sulaiman Al Jasser, President of the Islamic Development Bank.
The Kazakh side of the Council has also been updated. New members include Assel Zhanassova, Deputy Head of the Presidential Administration of the Republic of Kazakhstan; Nurlan Baibazarov, Assistant to the President of Kazakhstan for Economic Affairs; Nurlan Sauranbayev, Minister of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan; and Ardak Zebeshev, Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
The updated membership reflects Kazakhstan’s continued efforts to broaden its dialogue with international business. The participation of senior executives from leading global companies and financial institutions will further strengthen investment cooperation and enhance Kazakhstan’s attractiveness to global capital.
Gabidulla Ospankulov, Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, met with representatives of the Spanish company Roca Group.
The group of companies manufactures sanitary ware and produces a full range of bathroom products.
The project includes the construction of the first plant in the country for the production and assembly of plumbing products and bathroom accessories.
The foundation stone for the plant in Kyzylorda was recently laid. The planned investment is 44.1 billion tenge, and production capacity will reach 500,000 units. Approximately 300 permanent jobs will be created.
During the meeting, the parties discussed the current status and plans for the further implementation of the project.
Gabidulla Ospankulov spoke about government support measures, including tax incentives, and the advantages of Kazakhstan's investment climate.
Following the talks, the participants confirmed their commitment to continuing dialogue and developing cooperation.
Previously, an Investment Agreement for the implementation of a project in Kazakhstan was signed between the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Roca Group, and the Akimat of the Kyzylorda Region.
Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Gabidulla Ospankulov held a meeting with Deputy Chairman of the Board of Xinfa Group Zhao Tingyun.
During the meeting, the parties discussed the implementation of a project to build an industrial park in the Pavlodar region. The planned investment volume is estimated at $15 billion, while the project is expected to create 10,000 jobs.
During the talks, Gabidulla Ospankulov presented information on government support measures, tax incentives, and the advantages of the country's investment climate.
Xinfa Group representatives noted that the industrial park will specialize in bauxite processing, aluminum production, electrolytic copper, soda ash, carbon materials, fluorochemicals, and environmentally friendly building materials. In addition, the development of projects in the fields of thermal power plant (GRES), coal chemistry, and energy infrastructure is being considered.
The participants confirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening cooperation and highlighted the strong potential of the industrial park investment project in the Pavlodar Region.
Xinfa Group is a modern, large industrial holding encompassing such industries as power generation, heat supply, alumina production, electrolytic aluminum, deep aluminum processing, polyvinyl chloride, caustic soda, and environmentally friendly building materials, as well as modern agriculture.
First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerzhan Ashikbayev held a meeting with Senior Director for International Government Relations of ExxonMobil Yuri Kim.
During the meeting, the sides discussed ExxonMobil’s current activities in Kazakhstan, as well as prospects for expanding investment cooperation and implementing joint projects in the energy sector.
First Deputy Minister Ashikbayev highlighted ExxonMobil’s important role in the development of Kazakhstan’s energy sector and expressed interest in further strengthening mutually beneficial partnership. Senior Director Kim confirmed the company’s readiness to continue long-term cooperation and expand investments in the Kazakhstan’s economy.
Astana, May 19, 2026 – Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Gabidulla Ospankulov held a meeting with CEO of the Danish company FLSmidth Toni Laaksonen.
During the talks, the parties reviewed prospects for further deepening cooperation with one of the leading international engineering companies in the mining and cement industries.
The parties also discussed the implementation of the company’s project to expand its service center in Karaganda, aimed at modernizing and significantly amplifying service infrastructure for mining enterprises in Kazakhstan and Central Asia. The total investment volume amounts to approximately 15 million US dollars.
Chairman Ospankulov noted that the project is regarded as an example of long-term industrial partnership focused on equipment supply, production localization, and transfer of modern technologies.
Discussing the upcoming opening of the company’s service center, the interlocutors highlighted the wide range of services to be provided, including manufacturing and refurbishment of equipment components, repair and modernization of mining equipment, assembly and maintenance of units and components, as well as engineering and technical support for mining and metallurgical enterprises.
Following the meeting, the parties confirmed their mutual interest in continuing the dialogue and further expanding mutually beneficial cooperation.
A roundtable discussion on "Kazakhstan's Investment Opportunities for Korean Business" was held in Seoul, as part of the visit of the Kazakh delegation, led by Gabidulla Ospankulov, Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
The event brought together representatives of government agencies, national companies, financial institutions, and business communities from both countries. Approximately 50 leading Korean companies representing the energy, industrial, infrastructure, financial, and technology sectors participated in the discussions.
Ambassador of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Korea, Asset Issenali emphasized the progressive development of the Kazakh-Korean strategic partnership and the growing interest of South Korean businesses in the Kazakh economy.
Gabidulla Ospankulov, Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan detailed the Kazakhstan's competitive advantages as the largest economy in Central Asia, an important transport and logistics hub, and a reliable platform for long-term investment projects.
Korean partners were presented with promising areas of cooperation in energy, mechanical engineering, agro-industrial complex, transport infrastructure, logistics, and digital technologies. Particular emphasis was placed on the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (Middle Corridor), which is increasingly important as a key transit route between Asia and Europe.
Participants focused on the opportunities offered by Kazakhstan's special economic and industrial zones, current government support measures for investors, and project support mechanisms based on the "one-stop shop" principle. Presentations were also given by representatives of the Aktobe Region Akimat, Baiterek Research Holding JSC, Samruk-Kazyna JSC, KAZAKH INVEST National Company JSC, KEGOC JSC, QazaqGaz National Company JSC, Almaty Invest, and the Korkyt Ata SEZ Management Company. The presentations focused on infrastructure initiatives, production localization projects, and prospects for jointly implementing high-tech manufacturing projects with Korean capital.
The Alatau City project was presented separately during the event. The Kazakh side highlighted opportunities for attracting advanced Korean technologies and investment to develop modern urban infrastructure and the industrial and innovative potential of the new growth center.
It was noted that the project is being implemented in accordance with the adopted Constitutional Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On the Special Legal Regime of Alatau City," which provides special conditions for doing business, simplified administrative procedures, and a stable and predictable regulatory environment for foreign investors. Representatives from KIND, Korea Eximbank, Doosan Energy, KNOC, Shinhan Securities, BNK Financial Group, and other leading South Korean corporations and financial institutions participated in the discussions.
A number of bilateral meetings with current and potential investors took place on the sidelines of the roundtable. The parties discussed specific projects, prospects for expanding industrial cooperation, and new areas of collaboration.
Alibek Kuantyrov, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, took part at the Investors Annual Meeting 2026.
The event brought together leading institutional investors, asset managers, and government officials to discuss the prospects for the investment climate in Central Asia.
Last year alone, gross FDI inflows reached $20.5 billion. By UNCTAD's count, Kazakhstan is the number one FDI destination in Central Asia.
Alibek Kuantyrov outlined the country's key advantages, including the location of 13 international transit corridors in Kazakhstan and the implementation of advanced digital logistics solutions. He also noted the country's extensive natural resource base, as well as its agriculture potential.
"The Government provides comprehensive support for investment projects that includes financial and non-financial incentives. Additionally, a new state support tool - Investment agreement can be directly concluded with the Government," – the Deputy Minister emphasized.
As part of the forum, Alibek Kuantyrov held a number of bilateral meetings with representatives of leading international investment institutions.
BlackRock representatives discussed prospects for expanding the company's presence in Kazakhstan's digital and traditional asset markets.
During a meeting with Timur Akazhanov, General Partner at B Capital, the development of venture and private capital in the region was discussed.
Emanuela Cisini, Partner and Head of Middle East and Asia of Investindustrial, discussed opportunities for creating export-oriented manufacturing and integrating Kazakhstan into global value chains.
The holding of the Investors Annual Meeting 2026 underscores Kazakhstan's consistent policy of integrating into global capital markets and strengthening the country's investment image.
A Kazakh–Danish Business Roundtable was held in Copenhagen, organized by the Embassy of Kazakhstan accredited to Denmark in cooperation with the Confederation of Danish Industry (DI).
The Kazakh delegation was led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov. The delegation included representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as senior officials of a number of quasi-governmental entities, such as Baiterek National Managing Holding JSC, Samruk-Kazyna Invest, Kazakhstan Investment Development Fund, and Kazakh Invest.
The Danish side was represented by Lars Thuesen, Denmark’s Special Representative for Central Asia (to assume office in August 2026), as well as executives from leading Danish companies, including Carlsberg Group, ALPI Danmark, Blue Water Shipping, Topsoe, Welltec, Caspian Advisory, Citibank, ByteAll and others. The session was moderated by Jens Holst-Nielsen, Director for Global Markets Development at DI.
“Kazakhstan is committed to building long-term partnerships in which Danish technologies, capital and expertise combine naturally with Kazakhstan's market scale, resource base and regional potential. We invite Danish companies to consider Kazakhstan as a strategic destination for investment and business expansion”, – emphasized Deputy Minister Kuantyrov.
The Deputy Minister also briefed participants on ongoing political and economic reforms in Kazakhstan aimed at enhancing transparency in public administration, strengthening institutional frameworks and further improving the investment climate.
During the discussion, participants highlighted the growing interest of Danish businesses in Kazakhstan and the broader Central Asian region. Particular emphasis was placed on the fact that a number of leading Danish companies have been successfully operating in Kazakhstan for many years, building compelling success stories that serve as a reference point for prospective investors.
As part of the visit, A. Kuantyrov held a series of bilateral meetings with the leadership of leading Danish companies and institutions.
At a meeting with senior management of the Export and Investment Fund of Denmark (EIFO), the parties discussed prospects for expanding the use of the fund’s financial instruments in Kazakhstan, as well as opportunities to deepen cooperation with Baiterek National Managing Holding in support of investment projects.
With Carlsberg Group CEO Jacob Aarup-Andersen, discussions focused on the company's plans to expand its production capacity in Kazakhstan, including the development of a new non-alcoholic beverages plant in the Almaty Region representing an investment of USD 344 million.
At a meeting with Tony Laaksonen, CEO of FLSmidth, the parties reviewed the expansion of the company's service infrastructure in the mining sector, including the forthcoming inauguration of the expanded service centre in Karaganda.
Bilateral meetings were also held with the leadership of Aller Aqua, Welltec and Blue Water Shipping, during which ongoing projects and prospects for expanding their activities in Kazakhstan were discussed.
The Kazakh–Danish Business Roundtable served as an important platform for promoting Kazakhstan’s investment potential, fostering direct business contacts between companies of both countries, and identifying practical steps to further deepen bilateral trade and economic cooperation.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov visited the Kingdom of Denmark.
The visit was conducted at the head of a high-level interagency delegation, which included Vice Minister of Agriculture of Kazakhstan Amanglyi Berdalin, as well as representatives of state bodies and leading national financial and investment institutions, including Baiterek National Managing Holding JSC, Samruk-Kazyna Invest, Kazakhstan Investment Development Fund and Kazakh Invest.
As part of the official programme, bilateral consultations were held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark.
The Deputy Minister held a meeting with State Secretary for Trade and Investment of the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Lina Gandløse Hansen, during which the parties discussed the current state and prospects for further development of Kazakhstan–Denmark trade, economic and investment cooperation. Particular attention was given to attracting Danish investment and expanding cooperation in priority sectors, including renewable energy, green technologies, water solutions, the agro-industrial sector, transport and logistics, digital governance and artificial intelligence. Plans to organise a trade mission of Danish companies to Kazakhstan were also discussed.
During the meeting with Deputy State Secretary – Director for Political Affairs of the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Eva Barløse, the parties exchanged views on key issues of the bilateral and international agenda.
The Danish side reaffirmed the growing importance of Central Asia in Denmark’s foreign policy and trade agenda and introduced Lars Thuesen as Special Representative for Central Asia, who is expected to assume his duties in August 2026.
The parties also agreed to intensify efforts to expand the legal and regulatory framework of bilateral cooperation aimed at creating more favourable conditions for trade, investment and business activity.
A separate part of the visit was dedicated to strengthening cooperation in the agro-industrial sector. Vice Minister of Agriculture A.Berdalin held meetings with the leadership of the Danish Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Fisheries, as well as the Danish Agriculture and Food Council.
During the discussions, the parties explored prospects for the introduction of advanced Danish technologies in dairy farming, including plans to import high-yield dairy breeding cattle of Danish origin. Particular attention was given to veterinary safety, deep processing of agricultural products, expansion of bilateral trade in agri-food products, and the attraction of Danish investment into Kazakhstan’s agro-industrial complex.
Doha, 26 April 2026 – As part of his visit to the State of Qatar Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held meetings with the management of Qatari companies Power International Holding and Milaha.
During the talks with Chairman of Power International Holding Moutaz Al-Khayyat, the parties reviewed prospects for the implementation of joint investment projects in the fields of energy and telecommunications. It was noted that gas processing, gas transportation, and electricity generation represent key areas of investment cooperation between Kazakhstan and Qatar. Minister Kosherbayev emphasized that the implementation of large-scale projects in these sectors would make a significant contribution to strengthening the country’s energy security.
During the meeting with Chief Executive Officer of Milaha Fahad Saad Al-Qahtani, the parties discussed prospects for cooperation in the transport and logistics sector, including the development of multimodal transportation, expanded access to port infrastructure, and increased cargo transit through Kazakhstan’s ports on the Caspian Sea. The Minister highlighted Kazakhstan’s important role as a transcontinental trade and logistics hub, as well as the significance of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (Middle Corridor) in enhancing transport connectivity between Europe and Asia.
Following the meetings, the parties reaffirmed their intention to continue intensifying bilateral cooperation and agreed to further develop dialogue on the implementation of promising investment and infrastructure projects.