Kazakhstan has begun implementing a major infrastructure project to construct an undersea fiber-optic communication line across the Caspian Sea. The new route is expected to strengthen international internet traffic transit and reinforce the country’s role as a digital bridge between Europe and Asia, reports Digital Business.
The launch of construction was announced at a government meeting by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Development and Artificial Intelligence Zhaslan Madiev. According to him, Kazakhstan is leveraging its geographical position to expand its transit potential in the field of data transmission.
The project involves laying a fiber-optic cable along the seabed of the Caspian Sea, with a direct connection to the territory of Azerbaijan.
Why Kazakhstan needs an undersea cable
As noted by the minister, the new route will help diversify international communication channels and significantly improve their resilience.
“This project will strengthen Kazakhstan’s position as a digital bridge between East and West and increase the stability of international data transmission channels,” Zhaslan Madiev said.
The initiative is aimed, among other things, at reducing the risk of internet disruptions and expanding alternative routes for global data traffic.
Timeline and expected impact
According to the head of the ministry, construction of the fiber-optic line is planned to be completed by the end of the current year. Once the cable is put into operation, Kazakhstan will be able to increase the volume of data transit between Europe and Asia.
In essence, the Caspian undersea cable is not just a technical project, but a strategic step that positions Kazakhstan as a key digital hub in Eurasia, enhancing connectivity, resilience, and the country’s long-term role in the global digital economy.
