New York, May 31, 2026 – A delegation of Kazakh business representatives arrived in the United States to participate in the International Franchise Expo 2026, as well as to hold a series of meetings with representatives of the U.S. business and entrepreneurial community.

The delegation includes founders and executives of Kazakh companies operating in the fields of food service, agricultural technologies, advertising, printing, and visual communications.

The primary objective of the visit is to explore opportunities for promoting Kazakh brands and franchise concepts in the U.S. market, identify potential partners and investors, gain insight into advanced American business practices, and further develop international business cooperation.

As part of the visit, the delegation met at the Consulate General of the Republic of Kazakhstan in New York with members of the Kazakh business community who have successfully established and operate businesses in the United States.

The participants exchanged experiences and recommendations on adapting business models to the U.S. market environment and emphasized the importance of further strengthening business ties between entrepreneurs from Kazakhstan and the United States.

A key event of the program was the delegation’s participation in the International Franchise Expo 2026, held at the Javits Convention Center in New York City. Kazakh companies showcased their franchise concepts and business models, held meetings with potential partners and investors, and explored the experience and best practices of leading international franchise brands.

Participation in such events contributes to the promotion of Kazakh brands abroad, enhances the country’s export potential, and strengthens trade and economic relations between Kazakhstan and the United States.

Reference: The International Franchise Expo is one of the largest international events in the franchising industry, annually bringing together franchisors, investors, consultants, and entrepreneurs from dozens of countries around the world. The exhibition provides participants with extensive opportunities to establish business contacts, exchange expertise, and present new business concepts.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-newyork/press/news/details/1231171?lang=ru