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Telegram, WeChat and PUBG developer to open their offices in Kazakhstan

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Tencent Games, known for developing WeChat and PUBG, is planning to open an office in Almaty next year. In Astana, Telegram's official office will soon open at the AIFC, which was announced in October of this year.

Tencent Games, a subsidiary of the Chinese tech giant Tencent Holdings Limited, is preparing to enter the Kazakhstan market. Tencent is known for its innovations in social networks, payment services and video games. Their portfolio includes projects such as PUBG, one of the most popular games in the world, and WeChat, a super app with messenger, payment system and other functions.

The head of the Almaty Digitalization Department, Olzhas Zhanabek, confirmed that negotiations with Tencent are in the final stage. The opening of the company's office will be a significant step for the city. This should attract international investment, support the development of eSports and stimulate tourism.

Chinese companies such as Cougar, Thunderobot, DxRacer and Andaseat are already represented in Almaty. Tencent Games will join the list of players operating in the region. It is expected that the new office will open up opportunities for exchanging experience and training specialists.

As for Telegram, in October 2024, Minister of Digital Development Zhaslan Madiyev announced the registration of an office based at the Astana International Financial Center.

The new Telegram office will promptly respond to requests related to violations of the law, including blocking channels distributing illegal content.

Telegram actively cooperates with governments and other companies in the fight against fraud. Particular attention is paid to the use of AI technologies for content moderation and deletion of suspicious accounts.

Kazpost, as the main postal operator, is currently negotiating with Chinese marketplaces Temu and Pinduoduo on the possibility of their registration in Kazakhstan. This was announced by Vice Minister of Trade and Integration Kairat Torebayev, adding:

“The Majilis is considering a law on the protection of consumer rights. Companies will now be responsible for their products. Before, they referred to the manufacturer, and had to deal with each manufacturer, now we force them to be in Kazakhstan and register."

He also noted that if marketplaces do not officially open in Kazakhstan, they will incur tax debts.


(the text translation was carried out in technical mode)