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The cooperation is now expanding into critical minerals, digital infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, logistics, and innovation. A notable project is the development of one of the world’s largest tungsten deposits in partnership with American Cove Capital. “Over the past years, we have pursued a strategy of modernization, diversification, and integration into global markets. We have strengthened the investment climate, improved regulatory frameworks, and expanded regional connectivity. As a result, Kazakhstan’s GDP per capita has reached $15,000, further cementing its position as the largest economy in Central Asia,” Tokayev writes. He reiterated that Kazakhstan aims to become a major transit and logistics corridor connecting Asia and Europe, while building a modern economy grounded in technology, innovation, and human capital. Tokayev stresses that digital transformation, public sector modernization, and adoption of technologies such as artificial intelligence are practical steps, not abstract goals. “They are part of a national strategy to build a competitive state capable of meeting today’s challenges,” the article reads.
He also noted that Kazakhstan’s economic progress is accompanied by institutional reforms, as the country is moving away from a super-presidential model toward a governance structure with stronger checks and balances. “This modernization agenda will soon reach an important milestone. Kazakhstan is preparing a national referendum on a new Constitution, aimed at strengthening public institutions, enhancing accountability, and ensuring more sustainable governance for the future,” Tokayev writes.

[image] Donald Trump with Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in the Oval Office, Nov. 6, 2025. Photo credit: Akorda

https://astanatimes.com/2026/02/tokayev-urges-move-from-ideological-globalism-to-pragmatic-cooperation/