ASTANA, Kazakhstan, November 1. In the coming year, Kazakhstan intends to create a National Artificial Intelligence Center that will provide the backbone for the nation’s digital transformation infrastructure, Trend reports.
Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev made this statement during a meeting with Microsoft President for Central Europe and Central Asia, Michelle Simmons.
The meeting discussed the prospects for cooperation between Kazakhstan and Microsoft in developing the IT industry and creating a comprehensive ecosystem for startups. Microsoft informed Kassym-Jomart Tokayev that they have transformed their office in Kazakhstan into a multi-regional hub, encompassing Central Asia, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Georgia, Mongolia, and Pakistan.
Tokayev noted that Kazakhstan is actively working on legislation in the field of artificial intelligence, aiming to leverage its potential for innovation and economic growth. In turn, Michelle Simmons emphasized that Microsoft intends to continue fruitful cooperation with Kazakhstan on digital development.
Last year, Microsoft decided to open a multi-regional hub in Kazakhstan. The Minister of Digital Development of Kazakhstan and the CEO of Microsoft for Kazakhstan reached the relevant agreements during a bilateral meeting.