AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoHealthcare Workforce Crunch: Kazakhstan is struggling to staff hospitals and clinics, with the Ministry of Labor citing extreme gaps—only about 100 resumes for 469 obstetrician-gynecologist vacancies, 139 resumes for 448 pediatrician posts, and 75 resumes for 300 anesthesiologist-resuscitator roles—plus shortages of oncologists, neonatologists, and endocrinologists. Talent Pull Plan: The government is drafting migration changes to attract highly skilled foreign specialists via a priority-professions list and an expanded Altyn (Golden) Visa pathway. Care Capacity Signals: In parallel, Kazakhstan is preparing for broader health system upgrades, including work on digital health infrastructure and preventive care checks. Economy Watch: New data points to growth momentum—GDP up 3.6% in Jan–Apr 2026, driven by manufacturing and even pharmaceuticals—yet experts note many people still can’t “feel” the gains. Sports & Health Logistics: Kazakhstan is also gearing up for major summer events, with medical support and safety planning highlighted for incoming delegations.
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