Azamat Kozhanov, the Deputy Chairman of the Management Board of JSC "NC "KAZAKH INVEST," held a meeting with Gökhan Bektaş, Business Development Director of the Turkish mining company Lidya Mines, which is part of the Çalık Holding industrial group.

During the negotiations, the parties discussed Kazakhstan’s investment potential in the subsoil use sector, opportunities for implementing joint geological exploration and mining projects, as well as current government support measures for foreign investors. Special attention was given to issues of environmental responsibility, sustainable development, and the involvement of local communities.

To strengthen its presence in the region, Çalık Holding has announced the opening of an office in Kazakhstan under the legal name Lidya Mines. This step will mark an important milestone in the development of bilateral cooperation and the implementation of joint initiatives in mineral exploration and mining.

Azamat Kozhanov emphasized KAZAKH INVEST’s readiness to provide comprehensive support for investment initiatives and highlighted the strong interest in partnering with international companies that have experience and expertise in responsible mineral extraction.

“Kazakhstan possesses significant potential in the field of subsoil use, and we are open to partnerships with reliable international companies that share our commitment to sustainable development and technological progress. In line with the instructions of the Head of State, we are actively supporting the project of Lidya Mines. A number of promising deposits have already been proposed, and contacts have been established with existing subsoil users to explore potential partnerships. We are ready to provide comprehensive support to ensure that the investor can begin implementing their plans as soon as possible. I am confident that the opening of a Lidya Mines office in Kazakhstan will lay a solid foundation for long-term cooperation,” said Azamat Kozhanov.

The parties agreed to continue the dialogue and to review specific geological sites available for investment, as well as to hold follow-up meetings involving technical experts.

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Lidya Mines is a Turkish mining company that is part of the Çalık Holding industrial group, specializing in the exploration, development, and extraction of minerals, primarily gold and other non-ferrous metals. The company actively operates both in Turkey and internationally, advancing projects using modern technologies and upholding high standards of environmental and social responsibility.

Lidya Mines places special emphasis on ESG principles (environmental, social, and corporate governance), implementing advanced practices in occupational safety, environmental protection, and stakeholder engagement. The company also participates in international partnerships, investing in promising geological exploration and mining projects, including those in Central Asia.