Astana International Financial Centre

The Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) is a project initiated by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan that envisions creation of a regional financial hub for Central Asia, the Caucasus, EAEU, the Middle East, West China, Mongolia and Europe and aims to become an important financial platform, interacting with major regional and international financial centers. One of the top priority strategic directions for the advancement of the AIFC is the development and implementation of Islamic Finance program. Capital markets, asset management, private banking, fintech and alternative investments are among the various pillars envisioned to be part of the AIFC. AIFC Bureau for Continuing Professional Development is responsible for human capital development and plans to retrain over 2000+ specialists in the financial industry of Kazakhstan and, ultimately, creating critical mass of professionals for AIFC eco-system and beyond. In addition, the Bureau is responsible for investment and financial literacy programs related to AIFC's core pillars including Islamic Finance, Fintech, Capital Markets, Green Finance, as well as Asset and Wealth Management.