AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoKazakhstan Education Reform: Kazakhstan’s higher education push is shifting universities from degree-only providers to engines of science, innovation and AI, with big growth in foreign partnerships and branch campuses—but the next test is whether that expansion turns into lasting local outcomes. Autonomous Driving Pilot: Kazakhstan approved a three-year trial for Level 3–4 self-driving vehicles on public roads in Astana, Almaty and Akmola, with rules on liability, insurance and safety expected after data collection. Work Migration to South Korea: South Korea designated Kazakhstan as an E-9 visa sending country, starting in 2028, opening work permits mainly for manual sectors like manufacturing, agriculture and hospitality. Trade & Food Security: Kazakhstan-linked diplomacy continues as Armenia and Russia move to ease barriers on Armenian food supplies, while Pakistan and Kazakhstan discuss wheat supply and agricultural connectivity. Inflation Watch: Kazakhstan’s inflation fell for the 10th straight month to 10.2% in July, helped by policy moves and currency stability. Sports (Kazakhstan in spotlight): Elena Rybakina reached the Canadian Open final but lost to Iga Swiatek, while the week also highlighted Kazakhstan’s presence in major tennis and youth events.
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