Kazakhstan plans to implement advanced digital solutions in its regions, attract international technology companies, and expand the exchange of global best practices, Elordainfo.kz reports, citing the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
The
Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of
Kazakhstan and DEC40 signed a memorandum of understanding, laying the
foundation for long-term cooperation in the fields of Smart Region, Smart City,
artificial intelligence, the digital economy, and the innovative development of
regions.
DEC40
is an international organization uniting cities, technology companies,
scientific organizations, and international partners to promote advanced
digital solutions, exchange the world's best practices, and implement joint
projects in the field of smart cities.
The
signing of the agreement opens new opportunities for Kazakhstan to integrate
its regions into the international Smart City ecosystem and to develop
partnerships with leading global digital technology developers.
Under
the cooperation, the parties plan to implement Smart City, artificial
intelligence, and digital governance solutions, attract international
technology companies and investors to implement projects in the regions, and
exchange experience in the digital transformation of cities.
In
addition, representatives of Kazakhstan will be able to participate in
international educational programs and professional development programs. The
parties also intend to hold joint events, expert sessions, and business
missions.
One
of the first practical steps will be to compile a list of Kazakhstan's priority
projects in the field of Smart Region and Smart City. These will be presented
to the international DEC40 community to find technological solutions, strategic
partners, and potential investors.
The
parties are also exploring the possibility of holding an international Smart
City forum in Astana this year. It will serve as a platform for presenting
regional projects, holding B2G and B2B meetings, and discussing mechanisms for
financing and implementing modern digital solutions.
"Signing
the agreement with DEC40 opens direct access for Kazakhstan's regions to an
international network of technology companies, global best practices, and
investment opportunities. Our task is not only to implement modern technologies
but also to create conditions under which every region can implement its own AI
Native City projects with the involvement of international partners," said
Bakhtiyar Mukhametkaliyev, Deputy Minister of Artificial Intelligence and
Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan.