On October 14, 2026, a roundtable dedicated to World Standards Day was held in Astana. Participants discussed the development of the national standardization system, support for domestic manufacturers, the introduction of innovative technologies, and the expansion of Kazakhstan’s export potential.
During the meeting, the results of work in the field of standardization were presented, and key priorities for the sector’s further development were identified.
As Zhanna Yessenbekova, Chair of the Committee for Technical Regulation and Metrology of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, noted, the role of standardization is growing significantly and is becoming one of the key instruments of the country’s technological and economic development.
“Today, standardization is no longer just a system of requirements for finished products. It is becoming a tool for technological development and for supporting production, investment, and access to new markets. We are moving from standards that formalize established practices to standards that proactively create the conditions for technological advancement,” Zhanna Yessenbekova emphasized.
One of the key priorities remains providing support for investment projects at their early stages. During production planning, companies receive assistance in refining technical requirements, selecting standards, and identifying the infrastructure needed to ensure quality.
In the petrochemical sector, a standard for multilayer polyethylene film is being developed, taking into account modern production technologies. The meeting also addressed KazStandard’s involvement in preparing the regulatory framework for Alatau City.
Particular attention is being paid to the quality and safety of products and services used in everyday life. Standards have been adopted for video surveillance systems, the refrigerated and frozen transportation of goods with temperature monitoring, and electronic medical records and documentation. Standards have also been approved for electric vehicle charging stations. These standards establish requirements for verification and metrological support to ensure reliable measurement and accounting of the electricity supplied.
The regulatory framework for artificial intelligence (AI) and scientific activities is also being developed. In 2025, seven national standards in the field of AI were approved for the first time. They cover architecture, data, risk management, and privacy.
In 2026, the standard “Scientific Research and Introduction into Production” was adopted. It addresses the assessment of technological readiness of developments, the digitalization of research, and the principles governing the handling of scientific data.
It should be noted that the Unified Fund of Regulatory and Technical Documents currently contains 76,174 documents, including 9,789 national standards. The implementation rate of national standards stands at 74%.
