Kazakhstan plans to offer 112 blocks for geological exploration at electronic open auctions in 2026. Energy Minister Yerlan Akkenzhenov announced this at a press conference at Үкімет үйі.
Akkenzhenov said 126 blocks were offered at auction in 2023–2025. Kazakh and foreign companies take part, including investors from China and neighbouring countries.
Investor commitments to geological studies and drilling, local content development, procurement of goods and services, and workforce training are among the areas receiving particular attention.
