Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan are taking a significant step to enhance regional trade and logistics with the establishment of a new industrial complex at their border. The newly ratified agreement will create a state-of-the-art trade and logistics hub at the Karasu and Ak Tilek road-transport checkpoints, marking a major advancement in supply chain efficiency.
The agreement, finalized in Astana on June 9, 2023, outlines the development of a 7,600-square-meter facility, split between Kazakhstan (3,600 square meters) and Kyrgyzstan (4,000 square meters). This ambitious project aims to streamline warehousing, storage, consolidation, and production processes, fostering seamless integration into international supply chains.
The complex will offer a variety of essential services, including short-term warehousing, logistics, leasing, and comprehensive legal and financial consultations. With an investment of around 30 billion tenge from Kazakhstan, the development will enhance infrastructure, including transport systems and water supply, driving improvements across the supply chain.
This new facility is set to simplify the supply chain by reducing the number of intermediaries involved in commodity circulation. This will not only lower costs for end users but also accelerate delivery times, benefiting the entire logistics network.
In addition, the recent Transport Ministers’ meeting in Astana, which resulted in a memorandum of understanding, highlights the region’s commitment to advancing transport and logistics infrastructure. This collaboration promises to bolster supply chain efficiency and strengthen regional trade connections.
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