AmCham Kazakhstan Digitalization Committee Reviews Digital Code, Data Localization, and Cybersecurity Priorities

On April 16, 𝗔𝗺𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺 𝗞𝗮𝘇𝗮𝗸𝗵𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻’𝘀 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗲 held its quarterly meeting, bringing together members in-person and online to discuss key regulatory developments shaping Kazakhstan’s digital business environment.

The discussion focused on several priority topics, including the implementation of the Digital Code, the draft law on online platforms and mass media, data localization requirements, and cybersecurity compliance issues.

Members exchanged views on proposed regulations related to online platforms, including local presence requirements, age verification procedures, and evolving obligations for digital service providers. The Committee also reviewed expected legislative timelines and opportunities for continued business engagement.

A major focus of the meeting was 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, identified as a priority issue due to its impact on cloud services, investment decisions, and participation in public and quasi-state sector projects. Members agreed to advance work on a new issue brief with practical recommendations.

The Committee also discussed 𝗰𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆, including the importance of clear compliance mechanisms, certification procedures, and enabling adoption of new technologies across sectors.

We thank all members for their active participation and Baker Mckenzie for kindly hosting the meeting.

If you would like to join the committee work, please email at gr@amcham.kz.