AIFC Weekly Digest
Stay up to date with the latest news from around the Centre.
Welcome to the New AIFC Weekly News Digest
Dear Colleagues,
This week has been filled with significant developments and events across various sectors. The I-REC Renewable Energy Certificates Trading has officially launched on the Astana International Exchange, with the first transaction marking the purchase of 1,000 certificates by London-based trading firm Valor Carbon from Kazakhstan’s Samruk-Green Energy. This marks a notable milestone in Kazakhstan’s renewable energy market.
In Almaty, the 3rd AIFC Business League meeting brought together experts to discuss the commercial real estate sector and the promising future of the Real Estate Investment Trusts market. Key discussions focused on investment opportunities, capital attraction, and growth prospects in this evolving sector.
Our Spotlight Interview series continues with an insightful conversation with Kuanysh Dairbekov, CEO of the AIFC Tech Hub. In this exclusive interview, we explore his career journey, the future of innovation in Kazakhstan, and the exciting projects he is spearheading.
We also invite you to join the Spring Synergy: Celebrate, Connect, Create fair, a fantastic event dedicated to empowering our colleagues. The fair offers a variety of items for sale, from delicious treats and creative clothing to books and accessories, all supporting our colleagues’ small businesses.
As part of ongoing updates to the Staff Portal, we kindly request that all team members upload their photo to both MS Teams and the Staff Portal. This will help enhance our internal communication and collaboration.
In the latest podcast, Mr. Thomas Krümmel, IAC Chairman, discusses the challenges facing international arbitration practice in the coming years and how the IAC is strategically positioned to navigate these hurdles.
Finally, the webinar “A Gateway to Central Asia and the CIS Region: Chinese Enterprises in AIFC,” hosted by AFSA in partnership with the China-Eurasian Business Council, provided invaluable insights into Chinese enterprises’ growing presence in the region.
In the US stock market, a week of mixed results saw notable fluctuations across major indices. The Dow Jones led the way with several days of strong gains, while the NASDAQ continued to face consistent declines, highlighting the volatility in global markets.
We hope you find this week’s updates insightful and encourage you to stay informed and engaged.
Best regards,
The AIFC Corporate Communications Team
This week has been filled with significant developments and events across various sectors. The I-REC Renewable Energy Certificates Trading has officially launched on the Astana International Exchange, with the first transaction marking the purchase of 1,000 certificates by London-based trading firm Valor Carbon from Kazakhstan’s Samruk-Green Energy. This marks a notable milestone in Kazakhstan’s renewable energy market.
In Almaty, the 3rd AIFC Business League meeting brought together experts to discuss the commercial real estate sector and the promising future of the Real Estate Investment Trusts market. Key discussions focused on investment opportunities, capital attraction, and growth prospects in this evolving sector.
Our Spotlight Interview series continues with an insightful conversation with Kuanysh Dairbekov, CEO of the AIFC Tech Hub. In this exclusive interview, we explore his career journey, the future of innovation in Kazakhstan, and the exciting projects he is spearheading.
We also invite you to join the Spring Synergy: Celebrate, Connect, Create fair, a fantastic event dedicated to empowering our colleagues. The fair offers a variety of items for sale, from delicious treats and creative clothing to books and accessories, all supporting our colleagues’ small businesses.
As part of ongoing updates to the Staff Portal, we kindly request that all team members upload their photo to both MS Teams and the Staff Portal. This will help enhance our internal communication and collaboration.
In the latest podcast, Mr. Thomas Krümmel, IAC Chairman, discusses the challenges facing international arbitration practice in the coming years and how the IAC is strategically positioned to navigate these hurdles.
Finally, the webinar “A Gateway to Central Asia and the CIS Region: Chinese Enterprises in AIFC,” hosted by AFSA in partnership with the China-Eurasian Business Council, provided invaluable insights into Chinese enterprises’ growing presence in the region.
In the US stock market, a week of mixed results saw notable fluctuations across major indices. The Dow Jones led the way with several days of strong gains, while the NASDAQ continued to face consistent declines, highlighting the volatility in global markets.
We hope you find this week’s updates insightful and encourage you to stay informed and engaged.
Best regards,
The AIFC Corporate Communications Team
I-REC Renewable Energy Certificates
I-REC Renewable Energy Certificates Trading Launched on AIX. The first transaction involved the purchase of 1,000 I-REC certificates by the London-based trading firm Valor Carbon from Kazakhstan’s renewable energy producer Samruk-Green Energy.
AIFC Business League
The 3rd AIFC Business League meeting took place in Almaty, focusing on commercial real estate and the prospects of the REIT market. Leading experts discussed the sector’s investment potential, capital attraction tools, and market growth prospects.
Spotlight: Kuanysh Dairbekov
In an insightful conversation with Kuanysh Dairbekov, CEO of the AIFC Tech Hub, we delve into his impressive career journey, the future of innovation in Kazakhstan, and the ambitious projects he is leading. Kuanysh’s career spans a range of exciting ventures, from major international events to innovative tech solutions.
Spring Synergy Fair
Don’t miss out on the Spring Synergy: Celebrate, Connect, Create fair, focused on empowering our colleagues. The event features delicious treats prepared by our colleagues, accessories, books for both adults and children, and creative clothing - all available for purchase to support our colleagues’ small businesses.
- Date: March 6
- Time: 2.00pm – 4.00pm
- Location: C-3.3, Atrium
Action Required: Please upload your photo to MS Teams & Staff Portal (if availiable)
As part of the ongoing updates to the Staff Portal, it has been requested that all team members upload their photo to both MS Teams and the Staff Portal (if availiable). This will take just 5 minutes of your time and is mandatory for all, including Authority, AFSA, IAC & Court.
Deadline: 10 March 2025
Deadline: 10 March 2025
AIFC Talk
The AIFC Talk on "Turning Documents into Compelling Cases," delivered by Leila Nurgaziyeva, Senior Manager in the Government, International Relations & Chancellery Department, was a success. Attendees were engaged throughout the session as Leila shared her expertise on how to transform documents into effective cases.
AIFC Media Update
News Digest
Media Monitoring
We have curated a selection of articles on global economics, politics, and developments in Kazakhstan from renowned international publications, including The Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, and The Economist.
Updates from AIFC Court and IAC
Check out the news from the fairest Court and Arbitration Centre!
AFSA News
News from the best regulator in the world
Weekly Market Overview for Last Week
The US stock market experienced a week of mixed results, with notable fluctuations across major indices. The Dow Jones, S&P 500, and NASDAQ Composite showed varied performances, with the Dow showing the strongest gains on several days while the NASDAQ faced consistent declines.
HR Updates
This section is dedicated to providing updates on new vacancies, organisational changes and other key HR developments. Stay informed about the opportunities and initiatives that shape our workforce and foster a collaborative environment.
Zhaniya Smagulova
Senior Associate of IT
AFSA
Senior Associate of IT
AFSA
March 6
Adelya Issayeva
Associate of Authorisations
AFSA
Associate of Authorisations
AFSA
March 7
Evgeniya Bogdanova
Chief Executive Officer
AFSA
Chief Executive Officer
AFSA
March 9
Anargul Kaspiyeva
Senior manager of Accounting, Tax & Treasury
AIFCA
Senior manager of Accounting, Tax & Treasury
AIFCA
March 10