As firms flee Russia for Kazakhstan and Middle Corridor trade increases, the country’s strategic location and commitment to global engagement will soon be highlighted at a major investment forum.
In the 30 years since its independence in 1991, Kazakhstan has leveraged its strategic location as a link between China, Russia, and Europe to become a regional hub for trade and commerce.
Multinational companies were eager to capitalise on its vast oil, gas, coal, and uranium reserves, and the country quickly established itself as a net energy exporter and the world’s largest producer of uranium ore.
The Astana International Forum
Since 2008, Kazakhstan’s capital has hosted policymakers, business leaders, academics, and representatives of international organisations from 74 countries at its Astana Economic Forum.
Now, the government of Kazakhstan is launching a new Astana International Forum. It will be held on the June 8 and 9 and focus on four key topics: foreign policy; security and sustainability; energy and climate; and economy and finance.
Speaking about the forum, President Tokayev said, “Kazakhstan has a long history of advancing constructive international relations, serving as a bridge between East and West – and while this policy has been firmly tested in 2022, it has proven resilient.
“We have shown the value of cooperation. Through the Astana International Forum, we hope to build new bridges and strengthen ties, as we come together to overcome the collective challenges we face, charting a new way forward – diplomatically, economically and politically.”
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