Regional Energy Forum
POWER CENTRAL
ASIA - CHINA 
June 16–17, 2025
Astana, Kazakhstan, Hilton Astana
The Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan respectfully invites you to participate in the 1st Regional Energy Forum Power Central Asia – China 2025, which will take place on June 16 - 17, 2025, in Astana, at the Hilton Astana.
The Forum is part of the official program of the Central Asia – China summit and will serve as a key platform for strategic dialogue among:
Governments of the region- International organizations
- Leading corporations
- Representatives of the scientific and expert community
The Forum will focus on justenergy transition, industrialization, investment cooperation, and human capital development as the foundation for a sustainable energy future in Central Asia.
We invite to participate:
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Representatives of public authorities and diplomatic missions -
International financial institutions -
Companies from the fuel and energy sector -
Research and academic organizations
We would be delighted to see you among the participants of Power Central Asia – China 2025!
Dear Colleagues,
The Power Central Asia – China Forum is set to become a key platform for open dialogue between governments, international organizations, businesses, and the expert community. The forum will focus on the professionalization of the energy sector, issues of a just energy transition, industrialization, and the establishment of sustainable investment partnerships in the region.
We view the future of Central Asia through the lens of technological modernization, based on the development of sectoral centers of competence and the professionalization of the energy industry. This is a strategic path toward sustainable growth and energy security for the entire region.
Sincerely,
Minister of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Yerlan Kudaibergenuly Akkenzhenov
Priority Areas of Forum Discussions:
1
Investments and Green Economy
Green bonds, international development banks, investment and climate funds.
2
Human Capital Development
Industry competence centres , professionalization of the sector, research and development (R&D) centers, youth programs, and academic cooperation.
3
Water and Energy Security
Creation of regional alliances, enhancing the resilience of energy systems, development of high-voltage direct current lines (HVDC) and pumped-storage power station (PSPS).
4
Decarbonization and JustEnergy Transition
Social sustainability, ESG principles, renewable energy sources (RES), production and application of green hydrogen.
5
Digital Transformation and Innovation
Smart grids, robotics, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital twin technologies.
6
Strategy, Policy, and Regulation
Transformation of national energy programs, development of regional energy diplomacy and regulatory coordination mechanisms.
7
Regional Cooperation and Market Integration
Formation of a unified energy space, development of energy infrastructure and intergovernmental integration mechanisms.
8
Industrialization and Localization of Production
Transfer and adaptation of advanced technologies, government support measures, and stimulation of local production.
9
Petrochemicals and Low-Carbon Processing
Application of low-carbon technologies in the oil and gas sector, the future of petrochemicals amid climate challenges.
The Program
Dates:
June 16–17, 2025
Location:
Astana,
Hilton Astana Hotel
Organizer:
Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Partners:
China Southern Power Grid, PowerChina
Working languages:
Russian, Chinese, English
AIM OF THE FORUM
To establish a regional platform for discussing prospects of energy cooperation between the Central Asian states and the People's Republic of China, to foster strategic partnerships, promote technologies and investment in just energy transition, digitalization, and sustainable industrial development.
FORUM STRUCTURE
23
panel sessions
10
round tables
45
B2B, G2B and G2G meetings
Regional
exhibition
Agreement signing
ceremony
Gala dinner
and cultural program
Key Topics:
RES and Energy Systems:
Integration of clean energy, digital planning, load and infrastructure management
HVDC and Power Transmission:
Innovations in high-voltage
lines and cross-border interconnections
PSPS and Energy Storage:
RES balancing projects, hybrid
technologies, and China’s expertise
Digitalization and Smart Grids:
Digital substations, IoT, Big Data,
cybersecurity
Industrialization and Localization:
Kazakhstan as an industrial hub, government support measures,
venture and equity financing
Decarbonization and ESG:
Carbon neutrality, ESG standards,
green construction
Investments and Financing Models:
PPP, IPP, BOT, EPC+F, participation of IFIs
and private investors
Hydrogen and Emerging Technologies:
Low-carbon technologies, hydrogen (H₂), CCUS,
coal chemistry
Science, Human Resources, and Technology Transfer:
Centers of excellence,
academic cooperation, R&D
TRR – Hard-to-Recover reserves:
Application of innovation methodologies
in the oil and gas sector.
MAIN EVENTS:
Day 1 – June 16 (Monday)
08:00 – 09:00
Registration
09:00 – 09:45
Opening Ceremony with the participation of the Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan and senior leadership of CSG and PowerChina
10:00 – 17:00
Panel sessions, round tables, and business negotiations
11:00 – 18:00
Business meetings and informal networking
Day 2 – June 17 (Tuesday)
09:00 – 16:00
Panel sessions, round tables, and business negotiations
16:00 – 17:00
Agreement signing ceremony
19:00 – 21:00
Gala dinner and cultural program
General Partners
Partners
