Kazakhstan prioritises cyber resilience
New measures include biometric identification for data operators.
The Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan has reviewed cybersecurity measures for state bodies during an interagency meeting chaired by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of AI and Digital Development.
According to the Government, reports highlighted progress in cybersecurity policies alongside ongoing vulnerabilities. Audits of local executive bodies identified systemic weaknesses requiring stronger safeguards.
The meeting also introduced new measures, including mandatory biometric identification for operators managing large databases. Officials stressed the importance of integrating systems into a unified monitoring framework.
The Government stated that cybersecurity is essential for digital transformation and instructed agencies to improve oversight, public awareness and data protection efforts in Kazakhstan.
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