During the Astana International Forum – 2025, Mr. Amer Mahasen, Chairman and Country Managing Director PIH Kazakhstan, delivered a keynote speech in which he reaffirmed the company’s commitment to long-term investment partnerships with Kazakhstan and announced a portfolio of strategic infrastructure and energy projects.
Power International Holding, a diversified Qatari conglomerate operating in over 19 countries, is strengthening its role in Kazakhstan by supporting initiatives in clean energy, smart infrastructure, and sustainable urban development. Speaking at the session titled “Enhancing Energy Connectivity for a Resilient and Sustainable Kazakhstan Energy System”, Mr. Mahasen outlined the company’s investment strategy and presented specific projects that will be implemented in partnership with national stakeholders.
“Our entry into the Kazakhstani market is not just a geographical expansion. It reflects our strong confidence in the country’s potential and our commitment to creating long-term value — through investments in infrastructure, people, and a sustainable future. We are proud to be part of the effort to strengthen regional energy connectivity,”
– stated Mr. Amer Mahasen.
Among the announced initiatives is the construction of a 1,100 MW combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) power plantin the Kyzylorda region, in partnership with Samruk-Energy. PIH also collaborates with QazaqGaz and the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan on several critical infrastructure projects, including:
- the construction of two gas processing plants with annual capacities of 1 and 2.5 billion cubic meters,
- the development of a new compressor station (CS-14) and the Aktobe–Kostanay main gas pipeline,
- and the expansion of the Beineu–Bozoi–Shymkent gas pipeline to increase supply across southern, central, and northern regions of the country.
In addition to energy, PIH is expanding into the telecommunications sector. Through the acquisition of Altel and Tele2 Kazakhstan, the company aims to modernize digital infrastructure and ensure broader access to digital connectivity nationwide.
PIH also expressed interest in investing in mining, agriculture, and healthcare — sectors that align with Kazakhstan’s national development priorities and offer long-term growth potential.
Background:
Power International Holding (PIH) is one of Qatar’s leading private conglomerates, with diversified operations in construction, energy, real estate, telecommunications, healthcare, and agriculture. In Kazakhstan, PIH operates through its subsidiary UCC Holding.
