The interview of Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev with the Turkistan newspaper has generated a widespread public response. According to experts, President Tokayev assessed key domestic and foreign policy developments and reviewed the results of 2025. As he emphasized, the most important outcome has been the irreversibility of reforms. Kazakhstan has made significant progress on the path of modernization. Moreover, Tokayev noted that society increasingly recognizes the critical importance of large-scale transformations for the well-being of future generations. Digitalization and artificial intelligence will play a central role in the country’s development. Kazakhstan must become a digital state—this is essential for the country’s survival in the new technological era, the Head of State stressed. While global technology giants have already emerged, Kazakhstan also has solid starting opportunities. Experts underline the importance of timely adaptation to a high-tech future.
«At present, the focus on digitalization and artificial intelligence is helping our country strengthen its international standing through tangible results. This goes beyond digitalizing public services or small-scale initiatives—it involves applying AI across industry, finance, governance, and more. It is important to stress that all measures are part of a long-term, consistent effort; these are not one-day figures. Established legal frameworks and human resource solutions provide a foundation for sustainable development and digital growth. Currently, our projects and startups, gaining recognition on the international stage, are already enhancing the country’s appeal to foreign investors,» said Nurmakhan Zakarin, Director of the Astana Hub Participant Support Office.
In an interview, President Tokayev noted that, while international financial institutions and rating agencies recognize Kazakhstan as a prosperous country, some economic imbalances remain and require prompt attention.
«Until now, Kazakhstan has developed largely
through its resource sector, but moving forward, the country needs industries
with higher added value—more knowledge-intensive and technologically advanced.
In this context, strong institutions and the protection of property rights are
essential. A fair judiciary gives investors and citizens confidence that any
disputes will be resolved according to law and principles of fairness,» said
Marat Kairlenov, PhD in Economics and director of a consulting firm.
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