KIHE 2026: THE KEY EVENT IN CENTRAL ASIA IN THE FIELD OF MEDICINE AND HEALTHCARE WILL BE HELD IN ALMATY

FROM MAY 20 TO 22, 2026, THE 31ST KAZAKHSTAN INTERNATIONAL HEALTHCARE EXHIBITION – KIHE 2026 WILL BE HELD IN ALMATY, AT THE ATACENTRE EXHIBITION CENTRE (PAVILIONS 9, 10, AND 11).

The largest industry event in the region will traditionally bring together leading manufacturers of medical equipment, technology and service providers, representatives of medical institutions, professional associations, the scientific community, and government bodies on one platform.

The KIHE 2026 exhibition will become an important professional platform for showcasing modern solutions in medicine and healthcare, exchanging experiences, establishing business contacts, and discussing key industry development trends.

The event is held with the support of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Akimat of Almaty city, as well as leading industry and professional organizations.

Today, Kazakhstan's healthcare is actively developing thanks to large-scale government initiatives aimed at increasing the accessibility of medical care, introducing high technologies, and modernizing infrastructure. According to the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the age coverage of screening programs has been expanded to 76 years, and the network of primary healthcare has been significantly strengthened — the construction of 655 new PHC facilities has been completed. Special attention is paid to the development of high-tech medicine: the country has opened a Proton Therapy Center for the first time in Central Asia, making Kazakhstan one of the top 25 countries in the world for proton therapy. Access to modern treatment methods is expanding — the list of high-tech medical services has been increased and 19 endoscopic centers have been opened. Simultaneously, the state is enhancing social support for patients: coverage of free medication provision has been increased to 3.6 million citizens, and the level of automation of public services in healthcare has reached 87.3%. Master plans for the modernization of 19 regional multidisciplinary hospitals and perinatal centers have also been approved, which include training 480 specialists, opening 48 specialized departments with 906 beds, creating 19 telemedicine centers, 77 competence centers, and 17 new format simulation centers. In the context of active modernization of the healthcare system, the KIHE exhibition platform allows the state, medical community, and business to unite, promoting the introduction of innovations, development of partnerships, and further strengthening of the country's medical infrastructure.

Exposition: more than 400 companies from 20 countries

In 2026, more than 400 companies from 19 countries will participate in the exhibition, including Australia, Germany, India, Kazakhstan, China, UAE, Poland, Turkey, Switzerland, South Korea, and other countries. The exposition will bring together manufacturers and suppliers of medical, laboratory, diagnostic, and rehabilitation equipment, pharmaceuticals, consumables, surgical instruments, solutions in ophthalmology and optics, as well as medical services.

The exhibition traditionally features national and collective stands, including expositions from Germany, the Czech Republic, the Republic of Uzbekistan, as well as collective stands of the Moscow Export Center, the Russian Export Center, and the 'Made in Yamal' project.

Particular attention is drawn to the growth of international participation: 145 companies will join the exhibition for the first time, including representatives from Australia, France, South Korea, India, Switzerland, Turkey, and other countries. Among the newcomers are Amos Scientific Pty (Australia), Daiwha Co (Korea), Genbody (Korea), Ak Medical Enterprises Ltd (Switzerland), Kyivguma (Ukraine), Garagum Es (Turkmenistan), Dynamo Medical (France), Inject Care Parenterals (India), Integral - Managing Company of the Holding (Belarus), Brayden Trading (United Arab Emirates), Prestij Optik (Turkey), Accuniq (Russia), and others.

For the first time at the exhibition site, a Job Fair for students of medical institutions will be organized in collaboration with the Kazakhstan Medical University 'HSPH', providing graduates with opportunities to meet potential employers and obtain information about available vacancies.

For over 30 years, KIHE has maintained its status as the leading medical exhibition in Central Asia, annually bringing together thousands of professional visitors, buyers, and representatives of the medical business. B2B meetings and a special buyer program are organized for participants, attracting delegations from regions of Kazakhstan and neighboring countries. Over the years, the exhibition has established itself as a key professional platform contributing to the development and shaping of the future of the medical and pharmaceutical industries in the region.

Business program: strategic industry dialogue

An integral part of KIHE will be a large-scale business program, including more than 25 events - forums, plenary and panel sessions, case discussions, and expert presentations. On May 20, as part of the exhibition, a specialized comprehensive event will be held for the first time, organized jointly with the Association of Rehabilitologists and Balneologists of Kazakhstan - the Rehab Kazakhstan Conference, dedicated to the development of rehabilitation medicine. Participants will discuss modern methods of comprehensive rehabilitation, including neuromechanical technologies, prosthetics, and restorative medicine. The program will open with a plenary session 'Rehabilitation as a new vector for the development of Kazakhstan's healthcare system', where experts will discuss the integration of rehabilitation into the full treatment cycle, the implementation of the International Classification of Functioning (ICF), the development of multidisciplinary teams, and the application of modern technologies - from robotic systems to telerehabilitation.

Later in the day, a panel discussion 'Modern methods of comprehensive rehabilitation' will take place, dedicated to new approaches to patient recovery - from exercises and biomechanics of movement to prosthetics and sports rehabilitation.

The program will conclude with a case session 'Equipment and technologies in rehabilitation', where specialists will present practical examples of the application of modern medical technologies and discuss their clinical effectiveness.

Among the speakers are representatives of the Association of Balneologists and Rehabilitologists of Kazakhstan, the National Scientific Center for Traumatology and Orthopedics named after Academician N.D. Batpenov, international experts from Turkey, RK, South Korea, and others.

One of the key events of the exhibition's business program will be the II Forum of Healthcare Managers of Kazakhstan – the main industry event organized with the active participation of the Kazakhstan Association of Healthcare Managers, the Association for the Development of Artificial Intelligence Qaz.AI, PERSONA, KazMedConsult Group, and Interna Group.

The forum will bring together leaders of medical organizations, representatives of government bodies, business, and the expert community to discuss current issues and strategic directions for the development of the healthcare system.

On May 21, the forum will open with a strategic plenary session 'Healthcare System 2026: State Strategy and the Role of Managers', where key industry development directions will be considered, including the role of CHI and the interaction of the public and private sectors. The program includes a case session 'Women in Healthcare', where participants will discuss the role of women in the development of Kazakhstan's healthcare system, identify barriers and growth points, and determine practical solutions for strengthening women's leadership. The session 'AI and Data in Healthcare Management' will focus on the use of digital data and artificial intelligence in managing medical organizations and making clinical decisions.

Forum participants will discuss new management models in medicine at the panel session 'New Clinic Management Model', and the day will conclude with the discussion 'Caution: Medical Marketing! Ethics, Boundaries, and the Patient's Path', where experts will examine the balance between promoting medical services, professional ethics, and patient interests.

In addition to the rich conference program, exhibition participants will conduct a series of training seminars and master classes. You can find the full list of business events on the event website www.kihe.kz

The General Media Partner of the event is the First Medical Channel. Kazakhstan 1MEDTV.KZ

Three specialized exhibitions: the entire medical community on one platform

For the first time, three specialized exhibitions will be held simultaneously on one platform:

KIHE - the largest international exhibition of medical technologies and equipment in Central Asia;

PharmaTech Kazakhstan - a specialized platform for manufacturers and suppliers of pharmaceutical equipment, drug production technologies, and solutions for the pharmaceutical industry + International Forum on the Development of the Pharmaceutical Industry 'Pharma Dialogue: Kazakhstan 2026'

VisionCare Kazakhstan - a unique exhibition for Central Asia dedicated to the optics, ophthalmology, and optometry market + Plenary session 'Optical Market of Kazakhstan 2026: Policy, Economy, Digital Solutions, and Innovations'; Expert Talks: FASHION & BRAND 'Global Brands in the Optical Industry: Trends, Premium Quality, and Development'; ITigris Seminar.

The combination of three exhibitions will create a single professional space for manufacturers, suppliers, doctors, distributors, and investors, covering the entire industry spectrum — from drug development and medical technologies to diagnostics, rehabilitation, and the optical industry.

The event is officially supported by: the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Akimat of Almaty, the Public Health Department of Almaty city, LLP 'SK-Pharmacy', the Association of International Pharmaceutical Manufacturers in the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Association of Medical Tourism of Almaty city, the Eurasian Medical Association, the Association for Support and Development of Pharmaceutical Activities in the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kazakh Society of Anesthesiologists and Reanimatologists, the Kazakh Society of Neuromodulation.

The exhibition is organized by the Kazakhstan exhibition company ITECA and its international partner ICA Events Group.

For more information, visit the website: www.kihe.kz