President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with Minister of Industry and Construction Yersain Nagaspayev on April 2, 2025, to discuss the ministry’s achievements in 2024 and outline key priorities for the coming period.
Minister Nagaspayev reported significant growth in industrial investments and exports of processed goods last year, with plans to further boost production volumes in 2025. He also highlighted progress in geology and digitalization, including the launch of a Unified Subsoil Use Platform, digitized urban planning projects, and plans to introduce a single utility bill system even in rural areas. Additionally, the ministry is developing an AI-powered geological database to enhance resource exploration.
Following the report, President Tokayev assigned several urgent tasks. These include increasing high-value industrial output, creating a national registry of domestic manufacturers, and improving investor engagement. The President also stressed the importance of meeting housing construction targets, expanding water supply coverage, and further digitizing construction and utility services.
Furthermore, the ministry must ensure the timely commissioning of industrial facilities and implement subsoil use reforms efficiently. Tokayev emphasized strict oversight in supporting local manufacturers to strengthen Kazakhstan’s economic resilience.
