Kazakhstan's State Procurement Under Scrutiny: Deputy Exposes Alleged 'Theft'

Concerns grow in Kazakhstan over state procurement transparency. A video by Ulysmedia highlights claims by MP Adil Zhubanov that 60% of state purchases are channeled through Samruk-Kazyna and 50% through Baiterek. Zhubanov alleges this is illegal and constitutes theft, citing examples from the oil and gas sector. The Head of the Supreme Audit Chamber, Nurlan Nurzhanov, responded that an audit is underway and results will be released in July. The situation underscores ongoing debates about transparency and accountability in Kazakhstan's state-owned enterprises.