Source: Kazakhstan Looks to Shenzhen Experience for Development of Alatau City

Kazakhstan and China reaffirmed their commitment to expanding investment and business cooperation between Shenzhen and Alatau City during a meeting between Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbayev and Shenzhen Mayor Qin Weizhong on June 9.

Bozumbayev stated that Kazakhstan and China continue to deepen their strategic partnership. He noted that bilateral trade reached a record $48.7 billion in 2025, while Chinese investment in Kazakhstan from 2005 to 2025 exceeded $29 billion, according to Kazinform.

“When developing a special legal regime and development model for Alatau City, we are taking into account the best international practices, including those of Shenzhen, which over several decades has become one of the world’s leading centers for innovation, high technology, and entrepreneurship,” Bozumbayev said.

He invited companies and development institutions from Shenzhen to participate in projects in Alatau City related to artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, logistics, green energy, and high-tech manufacturing.

Qin expressed support for Kazakhstan’s initiative to develop Alatau City and showed interest in broadening cooperation. He stated that the successful implementation of next-generation projects requires a long-term strategic vision, openness to investment, and continuous innovation.

The two sides also discussed attracting investment, developing innovation ecosystems, digital urban governance, and the adoption of advanced technologies.