Hyundai and Kazakhstan sign MOU for robotics and smart city in Alatau

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Published 13 Nov 2026 · last updated 13 Nov 2026 · 5 Nov 2026

Hyundai Motor Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Kazakhstan to introduce robotics delivery services. Pilot projects are to be tested in Almaty and the new city of Alatau. Cooperation is also agreed upon in the fields of AI, physical AI, and digital urban development.

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Key facts

• Signing of an MOU between Hyundai Motor Group and the Kazakh government.
• Pilot locations for robotics delivery services: Almaty and Alatau City.
• Alatau City is an 880 km² special economic zone north of Almaty.
• Cooperation covers AI, physical AI, intelligent transport systems, and digital city transformation.
• Hyundai had already signed two local contracts in September 2026 to identify smart city opportunities.

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1. [단독]현대차그룹, 카자흐스탄에 로봇 배송 서비스 도입 추진더트래커 · 5 Nov 2026 · KO