Alatau: Urban Planning Modeled on Singapore and Shenzhen

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Published 8 Nov 2026 · last updated 8 Nov 2026 · 13 Dec 2024

On December 13, 2024, the Akim of the Almaty Region, Marat Sultanagaziev, presented the structure of the new city of Alatau. The planning is based on the models of Singapore and Shenzhen, with the city divided into four functional zones. This division aims to efficiently create jobs and improve quality of life.

Key facts

• Presentation of city structure by Akim Marat Sultanagaziev on December 13, 2024.
• Models are Singapore and Shenzhen (China).
• The city is divided into four zones: Trade and Economic Center, Science/Education/Medicine Development Center, Industrial Center, Cultural and Entertainment Center.
• The city was established in January; the general plan was approved by the state.

All sources (2)

1. Что общего будет у нового города Алатау с Сингапуром, рассказал аким Алматинской областиInformburo.kz · 13 Dec 2024 · RU
2. Чем новый город в Алматинской области будет похож на Сингапур, рассказал акимNUR.KZ · 13 Dec 2024 · RU