Kazakhstan is reshaping its investment strategy, placing regions at the center of economic growth. This shift was clearly highlighted during a meeting of the Regional Investment Headquarters of the Kyzylorda Region, attended by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Alibek Kuantyrov, DKNews.kz reports.
The meeting, organized by the regional akimat, brought together representatives of the Presidential Administration, the General Prosecutor’s Office and central government agencies, underlining the strategic importance of regional investment policy for the country.
From waiting to acting
Speaking at the meeting, Alibek Kuantyrov emphasized that Kazakhstan is entering a new phase of economic transformation.
“In today’s global reality, marked by intense competition for capital, Kazakhstan is moving from a passive approach to a proactive model of attracting investment,” he said.
According to the Deputy Minister, the Head of State sees regions as the key drivers of economic growth and diversification. In this context, Regional Investment Headquarters are becoming a practical tool for implementing the country’s new investment policy on the ground.
Why Kyzylorda was chosen
Kyzylorda Region was among the first to launch this format not by chance. In recent years, the region has demonstrated steady and dynamic development, successfully attracting both domestic and foreign investors.
Over the past three years alone, around 2 trillion tenge have been invested in the regional economy. By the end of 2025, 27 major investment projects were implemented, while investment in fixed capital reached 775 billion tenge. As a result, the region exceeded its annual investment plan by 22.7 percent.
These figures reflect not only strong investor interest, but also effective coordination between local authorities and central government institutions.
Energy turning point for the region
As part of his visit, Alibek Kuantyrov toured several key investment facilities under construction. One of the most significant projects is a combined-cycle gas-fired thermal power plant with a capacity of 240 MW and heat output of 277 Gcal, being built by the Turkish company Aksa Energy.
The total cost of the project is 215 billion tenge. Once the plant reaches full capacity, it will completely cover the electricity needs of the Kyzylorda Region, transforming it from an electricity importer into an exporter. This shift is expected to create new opportunities for industrial growth and attract additional investment.
Industry and healthcare also in focus
The Deputy Minister also visited the production complex of Kyzylorda-Nan, which manufactures bakery, confectionery and pasta products. The enterprise plays an important role in regional food security and job creation.
Another stop was the medical center operated by the Turkish company Orhun Medical. The project contributes to improving access to modern healthcare services and strengthening the region’s social infrastructure.
Dialogue between the center and the region
During the visit, Alibek Kuantyrov met with Kyzylorda Region Governor Nurlybek Nalibayev. The discussion focused on attracting new investment, supporting ongoing projects and further developing the region’s industrial potential.
Following the meetings, priority areas for cooperation between central and regional government bodies were identified. The authorities also reaffirmed their readiness to provide comprehensive support to investors at all stages of project implementation in the Kyzylorda Region.
What this means for Kazakhstan
Kyzylorda’s experience illustrates how Kazakhstan’s new investment model works in practice. Investment is no longer just about capital inflows — it is about energy independence, modern industry, healthcare, and sustainable job creation.
By empowering regions and supporting investors through all phases of project realization, Kazakhstan aims to turn local economies into powerful engines of national growth. Kyzylorda is increasingly emerging as one of those new growth points on the country’s investment map.
