Timur Kosymbaev to Attend International Energy Regulators Meeting in Athens

On October 26–27, 2026, an international meeting will be held in Athens, Greece, with the participation of Timur Kosymbaev, Chair of the Committee for Regulation of Natural Monopolies at Kazakhstan's Ministry of National Economy. The event is organized by the Energy Regulators Regional Association (ERRA).

The gathering will bring together representatives of regulatory bodies from various countries to discuss pressing issues in the energy sector, enhance regulatory mechanisms, and exchange practical experiences. The hosting entity is the Greek Regulatory Authority for Energy, Waste, and Water Resources (RAAEY).

On October 26, a meeting of directors from ERRA member countries will review the Association's activities for 2026 and outline the work plan for 2027.

Participants will focus on the independence and effectiveness of regulatory bodies, with an emphasis on improving regulation mechanisms and learning practical approaches used in different countries.

Thematic session topics will include the dynamics of energy markets, the implementation of smart metering systems for electricity and gas, the use of artificial intelligence in regulatory activities, and the development of flexible mechanisms for grid connectivity.

Special attention will be paid to energy security issues, external factors affecting the energy market, energy resource price dynamics, and regulation of energy storage systems.

On October 27, the program of international events will continue with a thematic seminar on the development of electrical energy systems amid an increasing number of data centers and the widespread use of artificial intelligence technologies.

Kazakhstan's participation in ERRA events will enhance international cooperation, explore advanced regulatory approaches to energy infrastructure, and expand professional connections with foreign regulatory bodies.

Background: ERRA (Energy Regulators Regional Association) is an international association that connects energy regulatory authorities from Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and other regions. The organization focuses on fostering international cooperation, knowledge exchange, and improving the efficacy of energy regulation.

reported by UZhKH24 with reference to the Committee for Regulation of Natural Monopolies at the Ministry of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan's website.

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