The Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan (MAIDD), within the framework of the implementation of the Project “Fostering Productive Innovation Project II (P513072)” (hereinafter – the Project), financed with the support of the World Bank, hereby announces the commencement of public disclosure of environmental and social documentation and invites all interested stakeholders to participate in public consultations.
Note: The Project title is subject to change to “Advancing Learning, Entrepreneurship and Markets in Artificial Intelligence (ALEM.AI)”, subject to agreement with relevant stakeholders.
Purpose of Disclosure
This announcement and the accompanying documentation are published in accordance with the procedures of international financial institutions and the national legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, including the principles of public participation under the Aarhus Convention, with the objective of facilitating further financing of the Project.
Project Description
The Project aims to develop the startup ecosystem in Kazakhstan by expanding access to advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, developing digital skills, creating research and technology infrastructure (including equipping an AI center and a robotics laboratory), as well as supporting startups and mobilizing venture capital.
The following environmental and social documents have been prepared under the Project:
These documents define measures for managing environmental and social risks, ensuring labor rights, engaging stakeholders, and establishing a grievance redress mechanism (GRM), in accordance with the World Bank Environmental and Social Standards.
The documents are available for review:
The documents are available in the following languages:
Upon request, the materials may be provided in accessible formats.
In accordance with the Stakeholder Engagement Plan (SEP), the Project ensures:
Comments and suggestions may be submitted:
All received comments will be reviewed and taken into account in the finalization of Project documentation.
Public consultations will be held as follows:
During the consultations, information will be presented on the Project, its potential environmental and social risks, and mitigation measures.
A grievance redress mechanism (GRM) is established under the Project to ensure:
GRM contact details: info@fpip.kz, support@astanahub.com
Full name: Yerbol Akhmetov
Position: Head of the Innovation Ecosystem Development Department, Digital Assets and Breakthrough Technologies Committee
Email: e.akhmetov@mdai.gov.kz
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