Kazakhstan to Introduce New Mechanisms for Investor Support and Protection

Kazakhstan is taking additional measures to improve engagement with investors and strengthen the protection of their rights. This was announced by Vice Minister of National Economy Arman Kassenov during a briefing at the Central Communications Service.

One of the key priorities is the expansion of the country's international investment promotion infrastructure. Representative offices are planned to be opened in major global investment centers, serving as front offices for supporting investors and promising projects.

At the same time, the reform of development institutions is continuing. According to Arman Kassenov, an Investment Service has been established within the Baiterek Holding structure, incorporating four sector-specific investment directorates. Their main task is to prepare high-quality investment projects that meet regional needs and subsequently transfer them to Kazakh Invest.

In addition, a unified investor support center, Kazakhstan Investment House, is being established on the basis of Kazakh Invest. The new platform will provide a full range of services through a one-stop-shop approach.

Particular attention is being paid to the development of new investment initiatives. Together with the business community, priority areas with strong export and import-substitution potential are being identified. The “investment order” mechanism is also being improved, providing investors with comprehensive information on markets, infrastructure, resource availability, and government support measures.

Other planned reforms include transforming social and entrepreneurial corporations into regional development institutions, modernizing special economic and industrial zones, and further expanding the use of digital tools in the investment sector.

As noted by the Vice Minister, the functionality of the National Digital Investment Platform will be expanded. The system will make it possible to monitor project implementation in real time and promptly address emerging issues.

To strengthen investor rights protection, a special pre-trial dispute resolution platform will be established under the General Prosecutor’s Office. In addition, investment prosecutors will be appointed in every region to provide legal support for investors and assist in the implementation of investment projects.