09/02/2025
📢 7 February 2025 – Presidential Address to Business Leaders in Kazakhstan
On 7 February 2025, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of Kazakhstan, met with representatives of the country’s business community. In his speech, the President emphasized the importance of building strong partnerships between the state and large business owners to achieve strategic goals.
"We need breakthrough projects in infrastructure, industry, and digitalization** to elevate Kazakhstan’s economy to the next level. These large-scale initiatives are well within the reach of major business players, as they possess the necessary finances, skilled teams, and, most importantly, knowledge and experience."
He encouraged businesses not only to focus on **traditional sectors for investments but also to explore **new growth opportunities.
Transportation and Logistics: A Key Priority
Transportation and logistics were highlighted as a priority, given the growing demand for railway, road, and air transport. With the evolving geopolitical landscape and global trade dynamics, the logistics sector is emerging as a **"goldmine" for investments**.
For **Israeli businesses**, this is a **positive and encouraging signal**. Future investments in **Kazakhstan’s logistics infrastructure** will help **optimize costs and reduce delivery times**, creating opportunities for **strong partnerships** and enhancing regional connectivity. These developments will significantly improve **supply chain efficiency and reliability**, benefiting both Kazakhstan and its international partners.
**Tourism: A Sector Full of Potential**
Another promising sector is **tourism**. "Kazakhstan’s pristine nature, rich traditions, and cultural heritage attract growing interest from foreign visitors. Despite the enormous potential, there are still gaps and challenges in this sector. To support its development, the Government is introducing additional measures to boost investments in tourism," said the President.
The Israel-Kazakhstan Chamber of Commerce** is proud to witness the continuous development and growth of Kazakhstan’s economy. The President’s vision opens new doors for **international partnerships** and **innovative business opportunities**. The country is expanding its business landscape, making it the perfect time for companies to **enter the market** and contribute to this **new era of growth**.
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Link to the official source: https://www.akorda.kz/ru/glava-gosudarstva-vstretilsya-s-predstavitelyami-biznesa-71153