Kazakhstan and South Korea Strengthen Economic Cooperation and Discuss CEPA

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Published 13 Nov 2026 · last updated 13 Nov 2026 · 8 Jun 2026

At the 11th meeting of the Economic Committee in Astana, Kazakhstan and South Korea agreed to deepen cooperation in supply chains, energy, and digital infrastructure. Ministers also discussed the introduction of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). A key focus was the support of Kazakh energy projects by South Korean companies.

Key facts

• 11th meeting of the Trade, Economic, Science and Technology Cooperation Committee held on June 8, 2026, in Astana.
• Agreement to promote cooperation in supply chains, energy, construction, and digital rights.
• Discussion on the introduction of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
• Support for South Korean companies in the Karachaganak and Ekibastuz projects.
• Planned first South Korean-Central Asian summit in September 2026.

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1. 한-카자흐스탄, 공급망·에너지 경협 강화…CEPA 논의도연합뉴스 · 8 Jun 2026 · KO