GOVERNANCE & LEADERSHIP

Governance and leadership

CABA combines institutional leadership, executive coordination and professional expertise to support accountable decision-making and the development of biotechnology across Central Asia

The Association’s governance model is designed to ensure institutional accountability, cross-sector expertise and effective coordination across Central Asia

Governance model

CABA’s governance framework brings together strategic oversight, executive implementation and expert advisory mechanisms

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Strategic governance

Provides overall direction, approves priorities and supports long-term institutional development

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Executive coordination

Translates strategic priorities into operational programs, partnerships, projects and member services

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Expert participation

Engages scientific, industry, investment and international expertise through advisory structures, committees and working groups

Leadership

CABA brings together institutional leadership and scientific expertise to support the development of the biotechnology ecosystem across Central Asia

Kamalzhan Nadyrov

Chairman of CABA

Kamalzhan Nadyrov is a healthcare executive and public-sector leader with extensive experience in healthcare management, policy, institutional development and international cooperation. He previously served as Vice Minister of Healthcare of the Republic of Kazakhstan and has held senior leadership positions in national healthcare organizations and medical education.

Vladimir Koykov

CABA expert / scientific and institutional development

Vladimir Koykov contributes scientific and institutional development expertise to CABA

Vyacheslav Ogay

Scientific expert in biotechnology and regenerative medicine

Vyacheslav Ogay, PhD, Professor, is a specialist in cellular technologies, regenerative biology and medicine. His scientific work includes stem cells, exosomes, biomaterials, tissue engineering and cell therapy.

Regional representation

CABA is designed as a regional association with representation and cooperation across Central Asia

The regional approach connects biotechnology priorities, professional expertise and cooperation opportunities across Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan

Kazakhstan
Uzbekistan
Kyrgyzstan
Tajikistan
Turkmenistan

Governance principles

Accountability

Clear responsibilities, transparent decision-making and institutional oversight

Expertise

Decisions informed by relevant scientific, industry and professional knowledge

Regional balance

Representation of Central Asian priorities and cross-border cooperation

Partnership

Structured engagement with members, institutions and international partners

Implementation

Focus on practical initiatives, measurable outcomes and long-term institutional development

Engage with CABA governance and expert networks

CABA welcomes participation from biotechnology leaders, researchers, industry experts, investors, institutions and international partners interested in contributing to the regional biotechnology agenda

Governance principles

CABA’s governance model provides for the General Meeting of Members, the Chair, the Council, the Audit Commission and the Executive Director or Executive Directorate. Together, these roles establish member oversight, strategic direction, control and executive implementation.

Professional standards

Professional competence, integrity and responsibility, independence of judgement, transparency, and prevention and management of conflicts of interest guide decision-making

Balanced representation

The model combines scientific, industrial, investment, regulatory and international competencies, prevents dominance by one organization or sector, and supports progressive representation of Central Asian countries

Council competency profile

Relevant competencies include biotechnology science and innovation, biotechnology and biopharmaceutical industry, commercialization and technology transfer, entrepreneurship and investment, public policy and regulation, and international cooperation