President
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held a meeting at the Financial Monitoring Agency, which
now operates as an independent body and plays a key role in ensuring
Kazakhstan’s economic and national security. The state
is taking all necessary measures to guarantee the
Agency’s effective operation. Tokayev also highlighted the active development of international cooperation. In
particular, Kazakhstan has successfully undergone an
assessment by the Financial Action Task Force on Money Laundering and currently
represents the Eurasian region within the Egmont Group of Financial
Intelligence Units.
«Constructive partnerships have been
established with 20 major cryptocurrency exchanges. For the first time in
Central Asia, a dedicated blockchain analytics unit, Crypton, has been created.
Last year, around 200 companies involved in illegal cash-out schemes were
exposed, with total turnover exceeding 500 billion tenge. More than 80
organized criminal groups and over 100 financial pyramids were dismantled. All
of these measures undoubtedly contribute to strengthening the country’s
economic security,» Tokayev said.
The President also stressed the need for
large-scale adoption of modern digital
approaches and AI systems in the Agency’s operations. This is particularly
important amid Kazakhstan’s ongoing economic transformation. In addition,
Tokayev called for a review of the Agency’s engagement with entrepreneurs and for intensified efforts
to combat the shadow economy. However, he noted that a number of complex
challenges still remain.
«We are building a Just, Safe, Strong, Clean, and Progressive Kazakhstan. The country has entered a decisive stage of large-scale transformation. A Constitutional reform is underway, with a special commission currently working intensively on this process. Based on a thorough analysis of all proposals, a draft of amendments will be prepared. After reviewing the draft, citizens will make the final decision through a nationwide referendum. As a result, a new socio-political system will be formed in Kazakhstan. At the same time, intensive efforts will continue to maintain stability, improve the investment climate, and enhance the well-being of the population,» the President added.
At the conclusion of the meeting, Tokayev presented state awards to employees of
the Financial Monitoring Agency for exemplary service.
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