Foreign experience in stimulating entrepreneurship in the manufacturing industry

Abstract

The development of the manufacturing industry is a key focus of economic policy in many countries striving for technological independence and sustainable growth. Under current conditions, Kazakhstan is also implementing an industrialization strategy, with particular emphasis on supporting entrepreneurial entities in the production sector. The aim of this article is to analyze international experience in promoting entrepreneurial activity in the manufacturing industry and to identify the potential for adapting these approaches to the socio-economic context of Kazakhstan.

The study examines approaches applied in the United States, Canada, South Korea, and Russia. Special attention is given to such support instruments as tax incentives, concessional financing, subsidies, innovation and cluster programs, production digitalization, and infrastructure development for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). A comparative analysis of the effectiveness of these measures is conducted, and practices with potential applicability to the Kazakhstani context are highlighted. The article substantiates the need for institutional strengthening, regional differentiation of support measures, and enhanced cooperation among business, science, and government.

The findings of the study can be used in the development of state programs for entrepreneurship support, industrial development strategies, and import substitution mechanisms in the Republic of Kazakhstan.