Kazakh Parliament to Debate Trade Deals and Domestic Reforms with German Ministers
The Mazhilis Bureau, led by Speaker Erlan Koshanov, has finalised the agenda for its next plenary session. Lawmakers will examine several key bills, including international trade agreements and domestic reforms. The session will also feature a government questioning with German ministers in attendance.
A major focus of the session will be the ratification of two international agreements. The first is the Agreement on a Harmonised System for Determining the Origin of Goods Exported from the EAEU Customs Territory. This deal aims to standardise how member states verify product origins and combat grey re-export schemes affecting Kazakh goods. The second is the Protocol to the Agreement on State Oversight of Compliance with EAEU Technical Regulations, designed to eliminate legal inconsistencies and lower reputational risks for businesses.
Beyond trade matters, deputies will review new legislative proposals. These include reforms to the civil service, granting special status to Alatau city, and regulations for investment funds. Additional bills cover the development of the machinery industry, digital road safety measures, and updated rules for driving schools and business instructor businesses. On Wednesday, 28 January 2026, the session will host a government questioning. German Foreign Minister Dr. Johann David Wadephul (CDU) and Federal Minister of Agriculture Alois Rainer (CSU) are scheduled to participate. However, the presiding officer for the plenary has not yet been announced.
The upcoming session will address both international trade standards and domestic policy changes. If approved, the agreements and reforms could reshape business operations, regulatory oversight, and regional governance. The participation of German ministers adds a diplomatic dimension to the proceedings.
