Kazakhstan Considers Unified Strategy for KASE, AIFC and Alatau City

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

The National Bank of Kazakhstan is considering a coordinated strategy for the financial platforms KASE, AIFC, and Alatau City. The goal is mutual recognition of participants and harmonization of regulatory approaches while preserving distinct specializations. Governor Timur Suleimenov emphasized the need for synergy between the markets.

Key facts

• Coordination strategy for KASE, AIFC, and Alatau City under review.
• Mutual recognition of participants and regulatory data exchange planned.
• AIFC focuses on capital market and innovative financial products.
• Alatau City concentrates on investment, construction, and innovation regimes.
• No competition between AIFC and Alatau City, but rather experience exchange.

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1. Kazakhstan Considers Unified Strategy for Three Financial PlatformsThe Astana Times · 13 Nov 2026 · EN