BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 16. Kazakhstan and
Xiaomi discuss prospects for expanding high-tech partnerships and
EVs.
This was announced in a statement published by the press service
of the Kazakh President, following Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's meeting
with Lu Weibing, Partner and President of Xiaomi Corporation in
Shanghai.
''During the meeting, President Tokayev emphasized that
Kazakhstan is prioritizing the development of a modern digital
economy, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), and the
growth of high-tech manufacturing. Pointing to the rising
popularity of the Xiaomi brand in the region, the Kazakh leader
proposed exploring joint projects in AI, computing power, cloud
technologies, and digital platforms,'' the statement says, citing
the president's meeting.
Lu Weibing presented the corporation’s strategic development
plans, noting that Xiaomi is considering transitioning to a more
streamlined and structured distribution system in the Kazakh and
Central Asian markets. He also highlighted that training local
specialists to maintain and operate complex AI systems remains a
key priority on the company's agenda.
In this context, President Tokayev expressed Kazakhstan's
interest in establishing partnerships in advanced manufacturing
fields.
"We are highly interested in establishing partnerships in the
production of electric vehicles, batteries, as well as intelligent
transport systems," the President stated.
Following the talks, President Tokayev reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s
readiness to support Xiaomi's initiatives to expand its operations
in the country and build a long-term strategic partnership.
Meanwhile, Xiaomi Corporation is one of the world's leading
consumer electronics and smart manufacturing companies,
headquartered in Beijing, China. Founded in 2010, the company has
built a global presence through its smartphones, smart home
devices, wearable technology, laptops, and Internet of Things (IoT)
ecosystem. In recent years, Xiaomi has expanded beyond consumer
electronics into electric vehicles (EVs), artificial intelligence
(AI), cloud technologies, and smart mobility solutions. The company
operates in more than 100 countries and regions, with a strong
presence across Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East.
Xiaomi invests heavily in research and development, focusing on AI
integration, semiconductor technologies, robotics, and intelligent
connected devices. Its strategy emphasizes creating an
interconnected ecosystem of smart products while strengthening its
position in high-tech manufacturing and digital innovation.
