ASTANA, Kazakhstan, April 1. Deputy Prime
Minister and Minister of National Economy of Kazakhstan Serik
Zhumangarin and Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) Minister for
Competition and Antitrust Regulation Maksim Yermolovich discussed
cooperation in competition policy, Trend reports via the Kazakh government’s press
service.
During the meeting, the parties reviewed a broad range of issues
related to interaction in competition and antitrust regulation.
Particular attention was given to strengthening cooperation between
the authorities, including building a more systematic approach, as
well as exchanging experience and best practices.
“Digitalization of public procurement, development of
competition, and ensuring equal access to EAEU markets remain key
areas of our cooperation. It is important to establish systematic
work aimed at removing barriers and expanding opportunities for
businesses,” Zhumangarin delineated.
The sides also discussed expanding mutual supplies of goods
within public procurement frameworks and approaches to ensuring
market access for products from EAEU member states. The importance
of further improving cooperation mechanisms in these areas was
emphasized.
In addition, the officials exchanged views on preparations for
events under the competition and antitrust block of the upcoming
5th Eurasian Economic Forum. Discussions focused on thematic
sessions related to the digitalization of public procurement and
the use of modern tools in competition policy, including artificial
intelligence technologies.
The 5th Eurasian Economic Forum is scheduled for May 28-29,
2026, in Astana, Kazakhstan, coinciding with the Supreme Eurasian
Economic Council meeting as part of Kazakhstan’s 2026 EAEU
chairmanship. Concentrating on "The EAEU in the global digital
race: betting on artificial intelligence," it encompasses over 30
events addressing industrial collaboration, business facilitation,
and digital evolution.
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