AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCentral Bank Watch: Kazakhstan’s National Bank cut its base rate to 17% (±1), citing easing inflation and a stronger outlook; it also trimmed the 2026 inflation forecast to 9–11% and lifted GDP growth expectations to 4.5–5.5%. Constitutional Overhaul: President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev signed constitutional laws implementing the new Constitution, including rules on the President and the new Vice President institution, plus the Kurultai and Kazakhstan People’s Council. Water & Industry: Kazakhstan sent 6.16 billion cubic meters of water to the Caspian Sea since the start of 2026, while the new Water Code pushes enterprises to plan for recycled water and modernization. Telecom Update: Kcell rolled out VoLTE for customers on its Kcell and Activ brands after major network investment. Regional Climate Finance: A June 9–12 workshop in Almaty will train Central Asian stakeholders to draft stronger Green Climate Fund concept notes. Sports (Kazakhstan in the mix): Kazakhstan is listed among teams in the AVC Women’s Nations Cup pool stage, while Kazakhstan’s presence also appears in regional wrestling and other international results.
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