The AIFC is the new destination for business offering ample opportunity for growth. AIFC is the unrivalled financial centre in the region to facilitate an access to world class capital markets and asset management industry. It also promotes financial technology and drives the development of niche markets such as Islamic and green finance in the region.
Located at the heart of Eurasia, AIFC provides unprecedented conditions and opportunities for its participants and investors: legal system based on the principles of the English law, independent regulatory framework consistent with internationally recognised standards, no corporate tax regime, depth and breadth in financial services and instruments’ offering, simplified visa and labour regimes, English as a working language. Astana strives to become the gateway to the Eurasian Economic Union and has already been dubbed “The Buckle on the Belt”—key regional financial services hub for the Belt and Road.
Oct. 1, 2024
Demand for commercial real estate in Kazakhstan is expected to increase in sectors such as shopping and entertainment malls, offices, and warehouses. This projection was made by experts from the Astana International Financial Centre Authority (AIFCA) in their analytical overview of commercial real estate and the prospects for the REIT market in Kazakhstan. The AIFC plays a crucial role in promoting investment in Kazakhstan’s real estate sector and enhancing its investment frameworks, thereby stimulating growth and attracting international investors to the dynamic REIT market. For further details, you can access the overview through this link.
Nov. 1, 2024
Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) presented the Islamic Finance Country Report prepared under the technical assistance of Islamic Development Bank by CSQ law. Some key findings of the report: Kazakhstan’s strengths include a favorable legal environment supported by AIFC initiatives, a growing economy, infrastructure development plans, and a significant Muslim population. Challenges remain in enhancing awareness of Islamic finance and clarifying some aspects of Islamic financial practice, such as tax procedures and dispute resolution. For more details please see the report.
Dec. 1, 2024
Astana International Financial Centre, GIP Regional Office in Central Asia in cooperation with stakeholders in the region presented a special report on state of sustainable finance in Central Asia. The development of local markets has been facilitated by policy interventions from regulators, stock exchanges, development of local standards and active participation of the private sector. The report highlights these developments, offers a unique vision for international investors to the markets of Central Asia and identifies next steps for further development applicable to other emerging markets.
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June 10, 2020
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May 4, 2021
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