Galymzhan Pirmatov

Galymzhan Pirmatov is a prominent Kazakh banker and economist who served as the Chairman of the National Bank of Kazakhstan. He played a critical role in navigating the country's economic challenges during the global crises that unfolded from 2019 to 2025, particularly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent sanctions affecting the region. Pirmatov's leadership was instrumental in implementing monetary policies aimed at stabilizing the economy and mitigating inflationary pressures, as well as addressing disruptions in global supply chains.