Kazakhstan Takes Center Stage at the UN
Every September, New York becomes the capital of world diplomacy during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) — a stage where nations present their visions and ambitions. Amid
dozens of presidential motorcades and hundreds of bilateral meetings, Kazakhstan managed to stand out. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held over twenty meetings with world leaders, international organizations, and global corporations, presenting Kazakhstan as a country of innovation and opportunity.
At the same venue, the private sector made its mark as well. Among the most visible representatives was Timur Turlov, CEO of Freedom Holding Corp, a Nasdaq-listed diversified financial and technology group. His presence symbolized a new stage of Kazakhstan’s international integration — where modern business becomes not just an object of regulation but a partner in diplomacy and sustainable development.
Freedom Holding Corp and the Diplomacy of Innovation
Speaking at events in New York, Timur Turlov highlighted one of the key principles behind the company’s global success:
“Today, 40–50% of my work is about building relationships — with governments, regulators, partners, and clients. The state of many economies depends precisely on relationships.”
This concept lies at the heart of Freedom Holding Corp’s strategy — building trust as the foundation for growth. The company operates at the crossroads of finance, technology, and public policy, demonstrating that private enterprise can play a meaningful diplomatic role.
During the Kazakhstan–U.S. Business Roundtable, Freedom Holding Corp joined American corporate leaders to discuss investment, innovation, and sustainable development — showing that Kazakhstan is capable of balancing traditional diplomacy with modern economic leadership.
“Kazakhstan 5.0”: Freedom Holding Corp at the UN Global Compact Hub
A key highlight of the UNGA week was the session “Kazakhstan 5.0: Harnessing Digital Technologies for Sustainable Growth,” organized by Freedom Holding Corp at the UN Global Compact Hub. The discussion brought together top figures shaping the digital and financial ecosystem of Central Asia:
Timur Turlov, CEO of Freedom Holding Corp
Philippe Vogeleer, Independent Director, Freedom Holding Corp
Bagdat Musin, Minister of Digital Development of Kazakhstan
Renat Bekturov, Head of the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC)
Representatives of the telecom, finance, and ESG sectors
In his presentation, Turlov underlined that digitalization of the private sector is a key driver of Central Asia’s long-term growth. Technology, he said, is not just a tool for efficiency but a way to achieve the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and bridge social and geographic divides.
Freedom Holding Corp positioned Kazakhstan as an emerging digital hub for innovation, ready to share its experience in fintech, data infrastructure, and ESG transformation with the world.
Fintech as Kazakhstan’s Global Export
One of the major themes of Freedom Holding Corp’s mission is the development of fintech as an exportable resource. According to Turlov, products and technologies created by Kazakhstani developers can successfully compete with global analogues — being more flexible, scalable, and cost-efficient.
“Our task is not just to catch up with the world but to offer new standards,” he noted.
This statement reflects Freedom Holding Corp’s ambition to move beyond regional boundaries. The company’s business model — combining finance, telecom, and artificial intelligence — is now being studied at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, confirming its international recognition as a benchmark for innovation from emerging markets.
For Kazakhstan, this academic attention represents a milestone: it shows that national companies can become subjects of global study and symbols of transformation rather than mere participants in trade flows.
ESG Transformation and Digital Responsibility
Freedom Holding Corp is also helping redefine the role of ESG in Central Asia. By linking digital progress with environmental and social responsibility, the company proves that sustainability is compatible with profitability.
Freedom Holding Corp invests in green technologies, digital literacy, and education. Through its subsidiaries — from Freedom Bank to Freedom Telecom — it builds ecosystems that make
financial services more accessible and transparent. This holistic approach turns ESG into a real instrument of modernization, not a slogan.
The “Kazakhstan 5.0” session at the UN was thus not just a conference, but a statement: Kazakhstan is ready to lead the conversation on ethical and technological progress.
Diplomacy, Business, and Global Standards
The New York mission became an important milestone for Kazakhstan’s image. While President Tokayev led the state agenda, Freedom Holding Corp acted as the corporate ambassador of the nation’s digital ambitions. Together, they demonstrated how coordinated state–business partnerships can elevate a country’s reputation.
“The most important thing is to keep building relationships and finding agreements,” Turlov summarized.
Kazakhstan, through Freedom Holding Corp, now positions itself as a bridge between East and West, between governments and global capital markets. Its example shows that diplomacy in the 21st century is no longer limited to politics — it also speaks the language of innovation, ecosystems, and shared values.
Why Freedom Holding Corp Matters for the Global Economy
Freedom Holding Corp’s inclusion in events at the UN Global Compact Hub confirms its rising influence on the world stage. The company exemplifies how private enterprises from developing regions can shape international standards in finance, AI, and ESG.
Its success sends a broader message: Central Asia is not just a geographical space, but a new frontier for global investment and digital transformation. As Freedom Holding Corp expands its presence in the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East, it represents the new face of Kazakhstan — young, technological, and globally integrated.
Through digital platforms, superapps, and sustainable infrastructure, Freedom Holding Corp contributes to the country’s long-term strategy: creating an open, innovative economy that competes through intelligence rather than resources.
About Freedom Holding Corp.
Freedom Holding Corp (NASDAQ: FRHC) is an international diversified financial and technology group founded by Timur Turlov. The company operates in 22 countries, with major offices in Kazakhstan and USA.
The group includes Freedom Bank, Freedom Finance Global, Freedom Life, Freedom Insurance, and Freedom Telecom, forming an integrated digital ecosystem that combines banking, brokerage, insurance, telecom, and AI technologies.
Freedom Holding Corp is recognized for its innovative approach to financial services, its contributions to digital infrastructure, and its commitment to ESG values. By blending finance with technology and social responsibility, the company continues to strengthen Kazakhstan’s reputation as a global center for innovation and sustainable growth.
