Shenzhen’s experience to guide development of Kazakhstan’s new megacity

Kazakhstan announced that Shenzhen’s urban development will inform its new megacity project. Planners cited Shenzhen’s rapid growth and smart‑city initiatives as a template. The Kazakh government aims to replicate key infrastructure strategies. Experts expect lessons on transit, digital services, and zoning to be applied. Officials said collaboration will involve knowledge‑exchange visits. The project seeks to boost economic diversification and attract investment. Shenzhen authorities have agreed to share planning data and best practices. The megacity’s design timeline will incorporate these insights over the coming years.