Shenzhen, May 13, 2025

An investment agreement has been signed in China between Kazakhstan’s startup Tapqan Tech, a participant of the green acceleration program under the International Center for Green Technologies and Investment Projects (IGTIC), and the Chinese trade and investment company Global Whale.

The agreement covers the supply of heavy electric construction and quarry equipment and provides for the establishment of a joint venture in Kazakhstan. The project aims to modernize the construction industry, reduce emissions, and implement digital solutions in equipment management.

These arrangements became possible following the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement between IGTIC and the Greater Bay Area Import & Export Association (GBAIEA). This partnership focuses on the development of green technologies, the promotion of Kazakhstani projects in the Chinese market, and the creation of strong ties with manufacturers, exporters, and investors from Southern China.

In addition, a memorandum of cooperation was signed between IGTIC and the Belt and Road Environmental Technology Transfer Center (BRETTC). The document outlines collaboration on joint green projects, support for startups, and exchange of expertise in sustainable urban planning, emissions monitoring, and waste management.
Importantly, this cooperation is directly aligned with IGTIC’s strategic goals of implementing international standards and driving technological transformation in Kazakhstan.

All three agreements reflect the growing interest in practical cooperation between Kazakhstan and China in the field of sustainable development. Both sides reaffirmed their intention to continue dialogue, develop joint initiatives, and introduce environmental and digital solutions into Kazakhstan’s infrastructure. The signed documents represent an important step toward strengthening international partnerships and advancing the green agenda.