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International GSMA M360 Eurasia Forum to Be Held in Astana in 2027
The Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the global association GSMA signed a memorandum of understanding during the AI & Digital Bridge 2026 forum, under which the international M360 Eurasia forum will be held in Astana in the fall of 2027.
The upcoming large-scale event will focus on the development of artificial intelligence technologies, expanding digital inclusion, regulatory and legal issues, and advancing modern communications infrastructure. The event will bring together international experts, regulators, technology innovators, and leading players from the markets of Central Asia and around the world. Beeline Kazakhstan (VEON Group) will serve as the forum's host sponsor.
Kazakhstan was chosen as the venue for the M360 Eurasia forum due to the rapid pace of its digital transformation and the steady development of the country's AI ecosystem. The country has adopted specialized legislation and a national action plan, successfully operates the AI-Sana program for workforce training and startup support, and has launched the Alem.ai platform, which brings together education, research, and the implementation of AI solutions in the public sector.
The success of digital initiatives is supported by a large-scale modernization of telecommunications infrastructure: the active rollout of 5G networks, testing of the region's first direct-to-device communications prototype, development of satellite communications, preparations for the construction of a large data center cluster with capacity of up to 1 GW, and implementation of the trans-Caspian fiber-optic route project.
Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan Zhaslan Madiyev emphasized the significance of the upcoming forum:
“Holding the international GSMA M360 Eurasia forum in Astana in 2027 is an important event that once again confirms Kazakhstan's status as a key digital and telecommunications hub in the region. GSMA is the largest global organization bringing together leading mobile operators and shaping standards for the entire industry. For our country, hosting M360 Eurasia will provide an authoritative platform for strengthening international cooperation, attracting investment, and advancing infrastructure, telecommunications, and AI initiatives in Central Asia and beyond.”
GSMA Head of Europe and Central Asia Laszlo Toth noted the longstanding and productive cooperation with Kazakhstan's digital ecosystem:
“The decision to hold M360 Eurasia in Kazakhstan reflects the strong and longstanding cooperation between GSMA and the country's digital ecosystem.
From radio spectrum policy and 5G deployment to digital infrastructure, AI innovation, and the development of AI solutions in local languages, we are seeing growing momentum across the region on a range of strategic priorities.
Astana is a natural venue for the new chapter of M360 Eurasia, which will bring together industry leaders, regulators, and innovators from across the region and beyond to jointly shape the future of the digital economy.”
Jabbor Kayumov, CEO of the Beeline Kazakhstan holding company:
“Kazakhstan has developed a strong community of telecommunications and digital companies, while innovations such as the recent launch of Starlink Mobile demonstrate the country's ability to implement the most advanced solutions. I am confident that M360 Eurasia 2027 will provide an opportunity to share the expertise accumulated with an international audience and will contribute to its further integration into the global technology ecosystem.”