AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoTech & Transport: Kazakhstan approved a three-year pilot for Level 3–4 self-driving vehicles, with trials starting Aug. 21 in Astana, Almaty and Kosshy and testing allowed on selected public roads. Labor Mobility: Kazakhstan was added to South Korea’s E-9 visa sending list, with workers expected to arrive from 2028 for roles mainly in manufacturing, agriculture, construction, hospitality and cleaning. Economy Watch: Kazakhstan’s inflation fell for the 10th straight month, reaching 10.2% in July, as the National Bank cited policy steps and currency stability. Environment Diplomacy: Kazakhstan’s environment and climate cooperation with Qatar was discussed in a ministerial meeting focused on shared climate and environmental priorities. Sports (Kazakhstan on the world stage): Elena Rybakina reached the Canadian Open final but was beaten by Iga Swiatek 6-2, 6-3 in Toronto, ending Rybakina’s run just before the US Open. Food Security/Trade: Talks in Almaty aimed at easing agro-industrial barriers, including steps tied to Armenian food safety and Russian import rules.
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