Kazakhstan and Germany Extend Business Partnership Program Through 2028
Kazakhstan and Germany have signed a joint agreement extending the Partnering in Business with Germany program for 2026–2028. The signing took place on Sept. 30 in Astana during the Extended Conference on Cooperation Projects, marking a new stage in bilateral efforts to support small and medium-sized enterprises, strengthen partnerships, and expand knowledge exchange between the two countries’ business communities.
Deputy Minister of National Economy Yerlan Sagnaev emphasized the program’s significance, highlighting its role in fostering the professional development of Kazakh entrepreneurs and deepening economic ties with Germany.
Launched 15 years ago under a joint declaration between the Kazakh Ministry of National Economy and Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, the program has benefited more than 800 Kazakh entrepreneurs, offering internships in Germany, modern business practices, production modernization, contracts, and licenses or franchises.
The initiative provides thematic business internships abroad, allowing participants to gain hands-on experience, establish partnerships, access advanced technologies, and explore opportunities for joint ventures and trade.
In 2025, Kazakh participants engaged in programs at GISMA Business Development Centers in Berlin and Potsdam, visited the Hannover Fair, attended COGNOS in Hamburg, participated in EABW expos in Tübingen, and joined CDC events in Cologne, including the world’s largest food exhibition, ANUGA. All training, insurance, and accommodation costs are covered by Germany.
The previous memorandum extended the program until Dec. 31, 2025. The new agreement ensures its continuation through 2028, providing further opportunities for knowledge exchange and joint initiatives.
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