The combined economic potential of the Eurasian Economic
Union (EAEU) member states amounts to $2.6 trillion. In 2024, mutual trade between
the countries reached $98 billion, nearly double the level recorded in 2015.
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev stated this during the plenary session of the
Eurasian Economic Forum in Minsk. According to him, the Economic Union continues
to strengthen its international authority and is becoming a significant player
in the global economic system. To achieve common goals, it is necessary to join
efforts and seek mutually acceptable compromises. As Tokayev emphasized, modern
challenges necessitate innovative approaches to economic development, with
digital technologies playing a key role in this process. The President also
drew attention to the intensifying global competition in the field of
artificial intelligence (AI).
«Undoubtedly, artificial intelligence also brings challenges
typical of any technological revolution. Among them are risks such as unequal
access to technology, the reduction of traditional jobs, and limitations of
digital sovereignty, including dependence on global digital monopolies. There
is a danger that a small group of highly developed countries may emerge as
leaders of global development and take the lead in this process, while much of
the modern world is left behind. I believe the EAEU should lead this process
or, at least, ensure it does not fall behind,» Tokayev noted.
The Head of State proposed holding a special session next
year, during Kazakhstan’s chairmanship in the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council
(SEEC), dedicated to the development of artificial intelligence (AI). He
highlighted the country’s efforts to strengthen its capacity in this sector. In
the near future, a high-performance supercomputer is set to be launched in the
country. A Council for the Development of Artificial Intelligence has been
established, and a special law is being planned. In addition, Kazakhstan is
focusing on expanding partnerships with international universities and research
centres. In this regard, the President expressed his gratitude to the Russian
leadership for its support in opening a branch of the Moscow Engineering
Physics Institute (MEPhI) in Kazakhstan.
«This year, the Alem.AI International Artificial
Intelligence Center will open in Astana. In addition, we are working on the
creation of an experimental and innovative zone, CryptoCity, which is intended
to become a hub for global experts in the field of cryptocurrencies. As part of
a pilot project, we plan to test legal and technological solutions related to
the widespread use of digital assets. Overall, Kazakhstan is open to
cooperation and invites EAEU countries to jointly participate in the launch of
innovation clusters, technology parks, and startup incubators, where scientific
developments and technologies can be transformed into successful commercial
solutions,» Tokayev added.
According to President Tokayev, cutting-edge digital
technologies are expected to provide a strong boost to trade and economic
cooperation. All the necessary conditions are already in place. It is essential
for the member states to act pragmatically and proactively. Kazakhstan intends
to continue strengthening and advancing economic integration and is ready for
consistent joint efforts to build an effective, open, and dynamic Eurasian
Economic Union.
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