Kazakhstan to spend over 1 trillion tenge on energy infrastructure in 2026
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President Tokayev announced that Kazakhstan will allocate over 1 trillion tenge ($2.1 billion) this year to upgrade engineering and energy infrastructure. The investment is part of a national project to modernize the energy and utility sectors as the country shifts to a new economic model.
The Investment Plan
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev announced the allocation of over 1 trillion tenge for energy and infrastructure upgrades during the last joint session of parliament. The funds will be directed to the national project for modernizing the energy and utility sectors. The initiative aims to strengthen what Tokayev called the country's 'energy and infrastructure framework.'
Economic Shift
The investment is part of a broader transition to a new economic development model, where energy and infrastructure play a central role. According to 24.kz, the national project outlines specific targets for upgrading power plants, grids, and water systems. The government expects the modernization to improve reliability and attract private investment.
What's Next
The government is expected to release detailed spending plans and project timelines in the coming months. It remains unclear how the funds will be distributed across regions and sectors, and whether the allocation will be sufficient to meet the country's long-term infrastructure needs.
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Kazakhstan to spend over 1 trillion tenge on energy infrastructure in 2026
