Kazakhstan Presents Investment Agenda at Astana Finance Week 2025

The Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) has once again taken centre stage, playing a pivotal role in Kazakhstan's economic goals. This year, at the Astana Finance Days 2025, the AIFC showcased its initiatives and partnerships, attracting global attention.

The fund places a strong emphasis on sustainability, aligning with Kazakhstan's vision to cut carbon emissions by 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2060. This commitment is reflected in the AIFC's partnerships, making it a beacon for sustainable investment in the region.

The AIFC, under the guidance of Governor Renat Bekturov, brings together investors, innovators, and entrepreneurs under the traditional Kazakh symbol of unity. The AIFC's role in attracting investment was underscored by Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbayev, who highlighted Kazakhstan's unique opportunities across multiple sectors for international partners.

Infrastructure investment is considered a critical priority for Kazakhstan, being the cornerstone of economic growth and development. This goal requires at least $150 billion in foreign direct investment and raising gross capital formation to 23% of GDP by 2029.

The high-level plenary session at Astana Finance Days 2025 focused on infrastructure investments in emerging markets, with Kazakhstan presented as a regional case study. The AIFC's role in this sector was evident, with over $17 billion invested by AIFC companies, reinforcing its status as a regional financial hub for Central Asia and Eastern Europe.

Since its inception, the AIFC hosts over 4,000 companies from 85 countries across various industries. Several such investment agreements were signed last year, further solidifying its position.

The Samruk-Kazyna Sovereign Wealth Fund, another key player, has attracted more than $27 billion in foreign direct investment in recent years.

The event also featured a Fireside Chat with renowned futurist and author Brett King, who discussed how AI is transforming finance and the future of global markets. King emphasized the imminent transformation of traditional financial frameworks due to the rise of autonomous systems and the automation of supply chains.

The AIFC unveiled a new initiative, the Museum of Trust, which offers a journey through Kazakhstan's financial system history. The Museum, presented at Astana Finance Days 2025, does not have its founding date explicitly mentioned in the provided search results.

Investor protection is significantly strengthened in Kazakhstan, with investment agreements ensuring long-term stability for 25 years. This commitment to investor protection, along with the AIFC's role in attracting investment, aims to double the size of Kazakhstan's economy by 2029, as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin highlighted.

The Astana Finance Days 2025 opened on Sept. 4, emphasizing the enduring national values of hospitality, fairness, and trust. The Museum of Trust encapsulates this broader message, linking the past with the future and emphasizing confidence, openness, and partnership as the true currency of progress.