On November 27, 2025, the International Conference “Vectors of Kazakhstan's Economic course towards Moldova and Eastern Europe”, organized by the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Moldova, was held in Chisinau. The event was attended by representatives of government agencies, businesses, expert structures and international organizations. The national development institutes of Kazakhstan, such as KazakhInvest, Atameken, QazTrade, QazPost, as well as representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, have joined the online format.

The conference became a platform for discussing new opportunities for cooperation in logistics, agriculture, digital economy, processing, investment and innovation.

Kazakh Ambassador H.E. Almat Aidarbekov noted the growing interest of Moldovan business in Kazakhstan and stressed that the key goal of the conference is to transform this interest into real economic results. He presented Kazakhstan as the largest economy in Central Asia with a GDP of over $300 billion and a population of over 20 million people, as well as as the "gateway to Central Asia", a region with more than 90 million consumers. The Ambassador highlighted the strategic importance of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route and stressed that Moldova can become an active participant in it thanks to the Giurgiulesti port infrastructure.

The Kazakh diplomat said that at the initiative of Kazakh President H.E. Kassym Jomart Tokayev, the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development was established this year and a strategic goal was set to turn Kazakhstan into a fully digital state over the next 3-5 years. AI and digital services are also being implemented on a large scale in Kazakhstan throughout the economy and public administration in order to increase the efficiency, transparency and technological effectiveness of interaction with businesses and citizens.

The Ambassador of the Republic of Moldova to Kazakhstan, H.E. Ștefan Gorda, presented the work of the Embassy and announced a preliminary agreement on the opening of a Moldovan Trading House in Aktau, which will allow the systematic promotion of Moldovan products on the Kazakh market. He stressed the willingness of the regions of Kazakhstan to provide venues for exhibitions and presentations.

Secretary General of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry of the Republic of Moldova H.E. Sergiu Grecu noted the strategic importance of expanding cooperation in the agricultural sector and stressed the need to activate the Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation. He expressed interest in increasing the supply of Moldovan products to Kazakhstan and expanding trade in the sectors of crop production, processing, seed production and winemaking.

Secretary General of the Ministry of Environment of the Republic of Moldova H.E. Grigori Stratulat called on Kazakhstani entrepreneurs to join Moldovan projects on “recycling”, waste recycling, reuse of materials and green energy, noting the accessibility of European programs and Moldova's readiness for environmentally oriented development.

Representative of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mr. Ruslan Amanov and QazTrade Mr. Yerzhan Shakargaliev, spoke about export support mechanisms, trade missions, and business support tools. The potential of agricultural trade between the two countries may reach $50 million.

QazPost representative Mr. Abdrakhman Amreyev presented logistics opportunities for handling mail and e-commerce flows between Europe and Southeast Asian countries, emphasizing readiness to launch pilot projects.

Mr. Tungat Abylkasymov, Chairman of the Moldova-Kazakhstan Business Council, noted the possibilities of flights between Kazakhstan and Moldova, which will strengthen the transit potential of both countries. He also noted the intensification of humanitarian projects, including cooperation between the national libraries and archives of the two states.

Honorary Consul of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mr. Roman Stankov presented the digital potential of Kazakhstan, noting that the IT sector accounts for about 5% of GDP, includes more than 15,000 companies and is growing dynamically. Today, Kazakhstan ranks 24th among 193 countries in terms of digitalization, and about 95% of public services are available online. He expressed readiness to expand cooperation with the IT Park of Moldova, especially in the fields of AI, fintech, cloud platforms and cybersecurity.

Honorary Consul of Kazakhstan Mr. Iurie Jardan presented the activities of JLC Group in Kazakhstan, noting the support of the state, favorable conditions for production and significant demand for Moldovan products. He also outlined the logistical challenges and spoke about the preliminary agreements on the supply of Moldovan premium wines to Kazakhstan.

The Conference participants confirmed their readiness to strengthen bilateral economic ties, expand logistics routes, and develop cooperation in the agricultural, industrial, digital, and environmental fields.

The event has become an important platform for new practical projects between Kazakhstan and Moldova.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-kishinev/press/news/details/1115519?lang=kk