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Established in 1966, it is owned by 68 members—49 from the region.
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ADB supports projects in developing member countries that create economic and development impact, delivered through both public and private sector operations, advisory services, and knowledge support.
Kazakhstan and ADB
ADB operations in Kazakhstan support sustainable post-pandemic recovery, help reduce inequalities and dependence on commodity exports, improve connectivity, and address vulnerabilities to climate change.
In the Spotlight
ADB and Kazakhstan 30-year Partnership Anniversary
For three decades, ADB and Kazakhstan have worked together to promote the country’s economic development and improve people’s quality of life.
Four Ways to Adapt Roads in Central Asia to Climate Change
A recently launched ADB manual discusses how governments in the region can strengthen existing infrastructure and ensure a safe, climate-resilient road network.
Knowledge and Experience Exchange Program: Empowering Progress
In 2023, ADB and the Government of Kazakhstan celebrate the 10th anniversary of knowledge cooperation within the framework of the KEEP.
Gendered Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic in Central and West Asia: Lessons Learned and Opportunities for Gender-Responsive Public Investments
Examining how the livelihoods, health, and well-being of women in Central and West Asia were disproportionately affected by the pandemic, this report assesses responses and considers how the experience can guide gender mainstreaming.
Kazakhstan Facts
ADB's Work in Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan is the first country in Central Asia to join the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in 1994. ADB has since supported Kazakhstan’s development through sovereign and nonsovereign financing, public–private partnerships advisory, technical assistance, and knowledge solutions. Operations have been focused on budget support and on the transport, finance, and renewable energy sectors.
Current ADB operations in Kazakhstan support economic diversification, inclusive development, and sustainable growth. ADB is also supporting Kazakhstan’s active participation in the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Program.
Data: Kazakhstan
Forecasts are based on ADB's flagship publication, the Asian Development Outlook. Updated four times a year, it analyzes economic and development issues in developing countries in Asia and the Pacific.
Development indicators for Kazakhstan, including a selection of economic, environmental, and social indicators used globally to track progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals.
Results achieved are aggregate amounts of outputs and outcomes from operations reported in project completion reports and extended annual review reports circulated for the year.
Cofinancing operations enable ADB’s financing partners, governments or their agencies, multilateral financing institutions, and commercial organizations to participate in financing ADB projects.
ADB Projects in Kazakhstan View all projects
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ADB-supported Women Entrepreneurship Development Centers in Kazakhstan have provided training and networking opportunities to around 7,000 women.
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What's New
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ADB and Kazakhstan 30-year Partnership Anniversary
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Four Ways to Adapt Roads in Central Asia to Climate Change
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Knowledge and Experience Exchange Program: Empowering Progress
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Gendered Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic in Central and West Asia: Lessons Learned and Opportunities for Gender-Responsive Public Investments
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Civil Society Brief: Kazakhstan
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Almaty and Bishkek Clean Air Initiative
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ADB Loan to Strengthen Management of Kazakhstan’s Public Finances
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CAREC Countries Endorse New Vision to Fight Climate Change Together
Contact: Kazakhstan Resident Mission (KARM)
ADB opened its Kazakhstan Resident Mission (KARM) in 1998. KARM has its head office in Astana and one branch in Almaty. The Astana office provides primary support for operations in the country and policy dialogue with the government. The Almaty branch hosts region-wide private sector operations and knowledge work. Both offices provide logistical support for ADB missions visiting Kazakhstan.
KARM conducts country partnership strategy development, programming, portfolio, and knowledge management activities. It also coordinates ADB operations with other development partners and engages in dialogues with local stakeholders, including academic institutions, think-tanks, the civil society, and nongovernment organizations.
KARM will be closed on these dates:
- New Year: 1 January (Monday)
- International Women's Day: 8 March (Friday)
- Nauryz Day: 21, 22, 25 March (Thursday, Friday, Monday), 25 March in lieu of 23 March
- Unity Day: 1 May (Wednesday)
- Victory Day: 9 May (Thursday)
- Constitution Day: 30 August (Friday)
- Republic Day: 25 October (Friday)
- Independence Day: 16 December (Monday)
Last updated: 3 November 2023