The Association of Kazakhstan Machinery Industry held its fifth online meeting of 2026, attended by regional representatives, machine-building enterprises, and industry partners. During the meeting, participants discussed the operation of the Register of Kazakhstani Manufacturers (KTP), as well as the challenges enterprises face when submitting applications for inclusion in the Register.

Information on the progress of the Registry was shared by an expert from the Department of Electrical Engineering and Heavy Machinery of the Industry Committee of the Ministry of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan; Gauhar Azhibayeva, secretary of the industry commission; Zhansaya Zhakupova, Head of the Directorate for Creating an SME Belt Around Large Enterprises at JSC “Kazakhstan Center for Industry and Export ‘Qazindustry’,” and Berdibay Baltabaev, Deputy Head of the Directorate for Mechanical Engineering Development at JSC “Kazakhstan Center for Industry and Export ‘Qazindustry’.” The speakers also answered questions from companies in the machine-building industry.

Talgat Bazarbekov, Director of the Executive Directorate of the Association of Kazakhstan Machinery Industry, reported that the Union had conducted a survey among its members to identify problems and barriers arising from inclusion in the KTP Register.

“Based on the survey results, we see that a significant number of manufacturers are experiencing difficulties with submitting applications and completing the procedures. Many enterprises are not included in the Register, which means they are effectively deprived of the opportunity to participate in procurement. The survey is ongoing, and we urge all Association enterprises to actively participate so that problematic issues can be brought to the attention of the relevant government agencies and resolved promptly,” noted Talgat Bazarbekov.

According to Berdibay Baltabaev, as of today, 1,924 enterprises are included in the Register of Kazakhstani Goods Producers. A total of more than 13,000 applications have been submitted, with over 5,400 companies already authorized in the system.

“Following the commission’s review, 440 enterprises have been approved to date and have received the relevant certificates,” reported Berdibay Baltabaev.

Zhansaya Zhakupova, Head of the Directorate for Creating an SME Belt Around Large Enterprises at Qazindustry JSC, provided a detailed explanation of the situation regarding companies included in the Register based on industrial certificates.

“1,924 enterprises have been included in the Register based on industrial certificates—these cover goods, works, and services. It was previously announced that such companies would remain in the Register until January 30, and would be automatically removed as of January 31. However, these enterprises currently remain in the Register,” she noted.

According to Zhansai Zhakupova, the Ministry of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan has sent a request to the Government Secretariat proposing to extend the period during which such companies remain in the Register or to determine a further mechanism for their removal. A decision from the Government is expected shortly.

During the meeting, the main reasons for rejecting applications were also identified. These include the non-compliance of the declared goods with the requirements for technological operations, errors in HS codes and ENS TRU codes, as well as the absence of a complete set of design and technological documentation.

“It is important for the applicant to clearly define their goods and compare them with the order on technological operations. Currently, Qazindustry, in collaboration with the Center for Electronic Finance, is refining the system to ensure the correct display of HS codes and technological operations,” emphasized Zhansaya Zhakupova.

It was also noted that for certain categories of goods—extracted, grown, or caught goods, scrap and waste, and software—the mechanism for inclusion in the Register is provided for by current legislation. Enterprises operating on the basis of licenses, permits, and contracts will be automatically included in the Register as producers of 100% domestic goods.

Currently, five sectoral government agencies are involved in the process. The review period for applications is 10 business days. The Association of Kazakhstan Machinery Industry will continue to collect and organize proposals from enterprises for subsequent submission to the Ministry of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

“Our task is to convey the real challenges faced by businesses to the regulator and ensure that the Registry’s mechanisms operate effectively and without disruption for domestic manufacturers,” summarized Talgat Bazarbekov.