Telegram to open office in Kazakhstan to fight illegal content

Kazakhstan’s Minister of Digital Development Zhaslan Madiev has announced an agreement with messenger Telegram to open an office in the country. The office will be responsible for the prompt removal of illegal information and blocking of destructive channels.

The office will be responsible for the effective interaction with the authorities on the regulation of content posted on the messenger.

Madiev said the opening of the office will be an important step to improve digital security in Kazakhstan. The ministry is actively cooperating with the platform to quickly respond to cases of distribution of banned content, which will help protect users and create a safe information environment in the country.

Madiyev said.

In addition, the establishment of Telegram’s representative office in Kazakhstan could open up new opportunities for cooperation in technology and digital infrastructure. This will strengthen Kazakhstan’s role as a leader in information technology development in the region and increase the level of trust in digital platforms on the part of citizens.

The establishment of Telegram’s representative office in Kazakhstan may also open up new opportunities for cooperation in the field of technology and digital infrastructure.