Transportation and Logistics Potential of Kazakhstan and Its Impact on the Integration of Central Asian Countries

Abstract

This article presents a comprehensive analysis of the transport and logistics potential of the Republic of Kazakhstan as a key factor in deepening regional integration among Central Asian countries. The study is based on current data regarding the development of transport infrastructure, including railways, highways, and multimodal corridors, as well as Kazakhstan's active involvement in major strategic initiatives such as the Belt and Road Initiative. Particular attention is given to the country’s geoeconomic advantages in shaping transit routes between Europe and Asia and its role in ensuring regional connectivity.

The article examines how transport integration influences the growth of mutual trade, increases investment attractiveness, and supports the development of a unified transport policy across the region. It also highlights existing challenges such as institutional barriers and the lack of coordination among national transport strategies. The research findings confirm that Kazakhstan plays a system-forming role in regional logistics and can serve as a catalyst for economic convergence, sustainable development, and political stability in Central Asia. The article  concludes with practical recommendations aimed at enhancing the integrative effect of regional transport cooperation.