19 May 2026

The British-Kazakh Society, in partnership with Reed Smith, was delighted to host "BKS–Reed Smith Business Networking Reception" in Astana at the Sheraton Hotel. This year marked the third consecutive year of our successful joint reception in Kazakhstan’s capital, continuing a growing tradition of bringing together leading representatives of the business, legal, diplomatic, and professional communities.

The reception welcomed guests from across a wide range of sectors and provided an excellent platform for networking, exchanging ideas, and strengthening UK-Kazakhstan business relations. Attendees had the opportunity to discuss current economic developments, regional cooperation, investment opportunities, and the evolving business landscape in Kazakhstan and Central Asia.

We are particularly grateful to our partners - Reed Smith for their continued collaboration and support in making this annual event possible. The strong attendance and engaging discussions once again highlighted the importance of maintaining close professional and commercial ties between the United Kingdom and Kazakhstan.