Dias Maratuly

Dias Maratuly is an urbanist and expert at the Urban Forum Kazakhstan. He advocates for sustainable development in cities, emphasizing the importance of infrastructure and services to accommodate growing populations. Maratuly argues against restrictive measures like limiting entry into urban areas, instead promoting the construction of necessary facilities to meet the demands of a burgeoning population. He believes that the rapid development of Almaty offers opportunities for economic growth, and he supports innovative urban planning that includes enhancing public transportation and making neighborhoods self-sufficient.