Kazakhstan Expands Security Council Focus to Cybersecurity, AI, and Economic Crime

Kazakhstan is expanding the remit of its Security Council to cover an evolving range of national security risks. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev approved new regulations regarding the Security Council and its operations.

Under the updated mandate, the state body will monitor issues related to information and cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, personal data protection, economic crime, and civil defense.

The expanded scope reflects the growing importance of securing digital infrastructure, managing the risks associated with emerging technologies, and safeguarding the domestic economy from emerging threats.