Kazakhstan approves 2026–2029 plan to develop unmanned systems

Kazakhstan has approved a comprehensive plan to develop unmanned systems for 2026 to 2029, according to a correspondent of the Qazinform News Agency. The government resolution was signed by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov on October 13, 2026.

The plan aims to establish the legal framework, infrastructure and incentives needed to advance unmanned technologies across the country, improve economic efficiency and strengthen export potential. Under the plan, Kazakhstan intends to launch a unified digital platform and introduce an Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM) system, as well as establish at least two research and development (R&D) centers. It also calls for training at least 1,000 specialists.

The plan also envisages expanding domestic production, including the assembly, testing and servicing of unmanned systems, and manufacturing critical components, secure software and artificial intelligence models locally. Unmanned technologies are expected to be used in agriculture, transportation and logistics, public services and industry. Implementation will be overseen by the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development.