Unlocking the Potential of Kazakhstan’s Special Economic Zones: Enhancing Governance, Transparency, and Investment Attraction for Sustainable Growth

Kazakhstan’s 14 Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are designed to drive economic diversification and industrialization, attracting billions in investment. However, governance inefficiencies, inadequate private sector involvement, and transparency issues have limited their success. This policy brief evaluates the performance of Kazakhstan’s SEZs, highlights key challenges, and offers policy recommendations to enhance their effectiveness.