AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoMiddle Corridor Digital Trade: Singapore and Kazakhstan signed an MoU to boost digital trade and logistics integration along the Middle Corridor, aiming to strengthen connectivity and supply-chain resilience. Parliament & Appointments: President Tokayev signed decrees dismissing several officials as Kazakhstan’s Adilet party unveiled its 110-name list for the new unicameral Kurultay. Entry Rules Clarified for Kyrgyz Citizens: Kyrgyz citizens currently do not need the QazETA pre-entry approval to enter Kazakhstan, after Kyrgyz officials raised concerns about the planned digital migration rollout. Economic Outlook: Kazakhstan approved a 2027–2029 forecast and draft budget projecting real GDP growth above 5%, with non-oil sectors expected to drive expansion. Aviation Links: Kazakhstan and Saudi Arabia agreed to raise permitted regular flights to 70 per week, with plans for direct Astana–Riyadh services. Land Degradation Alarm: A UN report says Central Asia has over 80 million hectares of degraded land, hitting farmers and herders and worsening with climate change. Sports: Kazakhstan’s Zhaniya Bekmukhambetova won silver at a WTT Youth Contender in Croatia.
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