Focus on AI and deepening industrial cooperation

Focus on AI and deepening industrial cooperation

Kazakhstan plans to focus on implementing artificial intelligence in the Eurasian Economic Union’s (EAEU) operational areas. The country has chaired the EAEU’s bodies since January 1. Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov announced this at an expanded meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council in Shymkent. Priority areas include customs administration, logistics, industry, and the agro-industrial complex. To fully unlock the transit and transport potential of EAEU countries, Kazakhstan proposed creating an integrated AI-powered cargo flow coordination platform. This will reduce delivery times, lower costs, and increase the competitiveness of Eurasian transport corridors.


«Kazakhstan has set a strategic goal of becoming a fully-fledged digital country. A modern ecosystem has been formed, a key element of which is the Astana Hub—the largest international technopark for IT startups in Central Asia. The Alem.ai International Artificial Intelligence Center has opened, combining education, research, and support for innovative projects. Kazakhstan is ready to share knowledge and experience with EAEU partners in ​​digital regulation and economic transformation Bektenov said.

Furthermore, it was proposed to fully convert veterinary and phytosanitary control confirmation processes to an electronic format. This will ensure transparency in mutual trade. Participants also focused on expanding trade and economic cooperation and entering new foreign markets. Promising areas include countries in the Arab world, Southeast Asia, and Africa. Following the meeting, the parties signed 12 documents aimed at promoting integration and strengthening the economies of EAEU member states.