On August 6 of this year, a working meeting with representatives of electronic trading platforms was held at the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, chaired by the Director of the Department of Electronic and Exchange Trading, G.B.O. Meirbayeva.
The main topic of the meeting was the discussion of topical issues of the legal regulation of electronic commerce, including compliance with the requirements of national legislation, a ban on the online sale of goods restricted to sale, ensuring transparency of digital platforms, as well as the promotion of domestic goods labeled "Made in Kazakhstan".
Representatives of the Ministry emphasized the need for strict compliance with the norms of current legislation by all market participants. It was emphasized that the development of electronic commerce should be based on the principles of responsibility, equal access and consumer protection.
Following the meeting, electronic trading platforms were instructed to:
•ensure compliance with legislation regarding restrictions on the sale of prohibited goods;
•provide information on the creation of a separate "Made in Kazakhstan" section with specific launch dates;
•Present a step-by-step plan for the implementation of the state language in the platform interfaces.
The Ministry will also initiate working meetings with relevant government agencies in order to clarify the norms of legislation governing online commerce.
The Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan confirms its readiness for an open dialogue with market participants and emphasizes the priority of creating a transparent, fair and competitive e-commerce environment that promotes domestic products and protects consumer interests.