AIFC Day Cross-Border Investment Roadshow Marks a Milestone in Chengdu
On 11 July 2025, the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) successfully held its Cross-Border Investment and Financing Roadshow in Chengdu, as part of Chengdu Finance Week’s “Tailor-Made Finance & Innovation Visit.” Co-hosted by the China Innovation Finance Institute and key Chinese economic organisations, the event gathered government officials, financial institutions, and experts from China and Kazakhstan.
In his keynote speech, Renat Bekturov, Governor of AIFC, stated:
"Legal transparency and investor-friendly regulations make the AIFC a secure and attractive destination for institutions from all over the world, including major economies like China. Chengdu, as Western China’s economic and financial hub, shares broad cooperation prospects with AIFC in cross-border investment, financial services, and technology sectors."
Bilateral trade reached USD 43.8 billion in 2024, supported by infrastructure projects such as the Khorgos Special Economic Zone and KTZE dry port, vital to Belt and Road development.
The event featured discussions on infrastructure financing, technology, and investment, and saw the signing of an MoU between AIFC Authority and China Innovation Finance Institute to enhance financial cooperation and support enterprise expansion.
Delegates also toured Chengdu’s technology parks and cultural landmarks, experiencing the city’s innovative ecosystem and heritage.
The successful roadshow underscores the growing partnership between Kazakhstan and China, reinforcing regional economic integration and sustainable growth.
In his keynote speech, Renat Bekturov, Governor of AIFC, stated:
"Legal transparency and investor-friendly regulations make the AIFC a secure and attractive destination for institutions from all over the world, including major economies like China. Chengdu, as Western China’s economic and financial hub, shares broad cooperation prospects with AIFC in cross-border investment, financial services, and technology sectors."
Bilateral trade reached USD 43.8 billion in 2024, supported by infrastructure projects such as the Khorgos Special Economic Zone and KTZE dry port, vital to Belt and Road development.
The event featured discussions on infrastructure financing, technology, and investment, and saw the signing of an MoU between AIFC Authority and China Innovation Finance Institute to enhance financial cooperation and support enterprise expansion.
Delegates also toured Chengdu’s technology parks and cultural landmarks, experiencing the city’s innovative ecosystem and heritage.
The successful roadshow underscores the growing partnership between Kazakhstan and China, reinforcing regional economic integration and sustainable growth.
