Kazakhstan Unveils AQMOLA Industrial Zone to Drive Growth and Job Creation

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The AQMOLA Industrial Zone in Kazakhstan's Akmola region has officially launched, with the aim of hosting production facilities for domestic and international investors. Spanning nearly 1,000 hectares, the zone already has seven investment projects underway, backed by companies from China, Turkey, Singapore, and Kazakhstan. These projects are expected to create over 4,500 new jobs and contribute significantly to the regional and national economy.

Key Takeaways:

  • The AQMOLA Industrial Zone covers an area of nearly 1,000 hectares in the Akmola region of Kazakhstan.
  • Seven investment projects are already underway, with companies from China, Turkey, Singapore, and Kazakhstan as backers.
  • The initiative is expected to create over 4,500 new jobs.
  • The industrial zone is designed to host production facilities for both domestic and international investors.
  • The strategic significance of the project was highlighted by Akmola region Akim (Governor) Marat Akhmetzhanov.
  • Key investment projects include a deep wheat-processing complex by China's Dalian Hesheng Holdings, an agrochemical complex by Turkey's YDA Group, and a liquefied natural gas production facility by Kazakh Institute of Oil and Gas.
  • The AQMOLA Industrial Zone is a key step in Kazakhstan's strategy to attract foreign direct investment and develop regional industrial hubs.

Statistics:

  • Area of the AQMOLA Industrial Zone: nearly 1,000 hectares.
  • Number of investment projects underway: 7.
  • Expected new jobs created: over 4,500.
  • Companies backing the investment projects: China, Turkey, Singapore, and Kazakhstan.
  • Total production capacity: not specified.
  • Projected market targets: China, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Europe.

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