Expert: China, Kazakhstan see partnership as way forward
China DailyTimur Turlov, CEO of Freedom Holding Corp. China and Kazakhstan are poised to deepen their economic and technological collaboration through the Digital Silk Road, a key component of the Belt and Road Initiative, according to Timur Turlov, founder and CEO of Kazakhstan's Freedom Holding Corp, one of the nation's largest investment conglomerates. "The Digital Silk Road, announced in a 2015 Chinese government white paper, has become a driving force for promoting e-commerce, digital infrastructure, and cross-border economic activities across participating nations," Turlov said in an interview with China Daily. This unique positioning enables the company to leverage its expertise and contribute to fostering cross-border economic ties within the framework of the Digital Silk Road, Turlov said. By combining China's advanced green technologies with Kazakhstan's sustainable development goals, Turlov believes joint projects could address global challenges while driving economic growth.