Investing in Alatau City: A Dialogue at Astana International Forum 2025

Press Release

On May 29, 2025, the Astana International Forum will host a panel session titled “Alatau City: The Future is Now”, providing a platform to explore Alatau City’s potential as a smart urban hub integrating cutting-edge technologies in Proptech, LAE, and UAM.

The event will take place in a dynamic, open discussion format, featuring expert talks and audience Q&A. The working language is English, with simultaneous interpretation provided in Kazakh and Russian.

The session will welcome participants including representatives from the investment community, development companies, urban development experts, Kazakhstan government agencies, and international consultants in urban planning.

Panel session speakers include:

Wong Heang Fine

Chairman of Asia Infrastructure Solutions Singapore, lead consultant for the planning and construction of Alatau City (Singapore)

Moon Park

Partner, Head of Digital Transformation (KPMG Korea); Partner, Leading Digital Public (KPMG Korea)

Stephan Baral

Director of Corporate Development at Joby Aviation (USA)

Zhaslan Madiyev

Minister of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan

During the discussion, key topics will include the creation of a favorable investment climate in Alatau City, legal status, and international guarantees. Experts from Singapore, South Korea, the USA, and Kazakhstan will share insights on integrating innovative technologies and their impact on urban infrastructure and the economy.

Key topics for discussion

“Alatau City: The Future is Now” will provide Astana International Forum participants with first-hand insights into the project's progress and create opportunities to connect with leading figures in urban development and investment.

Legal foundations and international models for Alatau City’s development

Application of Proptech in building a “smart” city

Integrating unmanned technologies (UAM and drones) into urban planning

Growth of the Low Altitude Economy (LAE) in Kazakhstan

Building Alatau City’s financial ecosystem as a catalyst for economic growth

Investment opportunities of Alatau City and strategies for attracting global capital

Event Details

Date

May 29, 2025

Time

from 4 till 5 pm (1 hour)

Venue

Burabay Hall, Congress Centre, 12 Heydar Aliyev Street, Astana, Kazakhstan

Advance registration is required. Please complete the online accreditation form by May 17, 2025.

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