Kazakh PM Alikhan Smailov, German FM Annalena Baerbock hold meeting
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Kazakh Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov held a meeting with German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock who is in Kazakhstan for a working visit, Kazinform cites primeminister.kz.
The meeting focused on the issues of expansion of mutual trade turnover, development of renewable energy and logistics infrastructure, investment cooperation. The sides exchanged views on the current issues of international agenda.
The Kazakh Prime Minister stressed that Germany is the main trade and economic and investment partner of Kazakhstan in the European Union with Astana determined to maintain and strengthen the high level of interaction with Berlin despite the continuing negative factors in the global economy.
According to Alikhan Smailov, last year direct investment from Germany in the Kazakh economy rose 25% and totaled $320mln. Trade turnover between the countries was up 6% exceeding $2.2bn in the previous year. Consistent growth is also observed in 2022.
There is a considerable potential to increase investment cooperation and mutual trade," he said.
The Kazakh Prime Minister also spoke about the large-scale deep political and social and economic reforms carried out in Kazakhstan upon the initiative of the Kazakh Head of State.
For her part, Annalena Baerbock noted the considerable progress Kazakhstan has made in the past years in the economic and social and political areas.
He highlighted that Kazakhstan and Germany have great potential to further develop the economic cooperation in many areas including energy and industry.
She also called for greater interaction in professional training of personnel in different areas of economy.
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Kazakhstan fully supports BRICS Summit goals and objectives
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A delegation of Kazakhstan led by Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Foreign Affairs Murat Nurtleu participated in the first day of the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Kazinform News Agency reports.
In his remarks at a session titled as "Strengthening Multilateralism, Economic-Financial Matters, and Artificial Intelligence," Minister Nurtleu said that "Kazakhstan fully supports the noble goals and objectives of this summit aimed at promoting the ideas and values of multilateralism amid unpredictability and unprecedented challenges."
This task requires unprecedented unity, mobilization of enormous human and financial resources, wisdom and constructive engagement from all of us," he stressed.
The Kazakh Foreign Minister pointed out balanced and multi-vector foreign policy of Kazakhstan through such initiatives as the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia, the UN Regional Centre for Central Asia and Afghanistan, as well as the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, which fully reflect the priorities of BRICS.
He also emphasized the role of the Consultative Council of Central Asian States and regional dialogue platforms C5+China, Russia, India, Gulf States, EU, USA, Japan and Korea, which serve as an important multilateral mechanism of promoting constructive dialogue, mutual understanding and support.
We support New Delhi's initiative to hold the next Central Asia-India Summit," Murat Nurtleu said.
Special attention was given to the role of the UN and the need to support the reform programs of Secretary General António Guterres on the global decision-making process.
Murat Nurtleu urged to fight for a better world by strengthening predictability and stability, respecting legal rights, promoting diplomacy and dialogue, as well as adhering to the norms and principles enshrined in the UN Charter and international law, which is especially relevant amid the escalating conflict potential in various parts of the globe, including the Middle East, Africa, Eurasia, South Asia and the Caucasus.
On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the UN, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev will outline his strategic vision for the UN reform this September in New York," Murat Nurtleu noted.
In the context of global economic uncertainty and trade wars, Kazakhstan remains committed to deepening engagement with BRICS partners in energy diversification, food security, transportation and logistics, education, artificial intelligence and digital transformation, without limiting interaction in other areas.
I also invite the BRICS countries to explore investment opportunities of Kazakhstan, supported by favorable conditions and a comfortable, predictable investment climate," the Kazakh Foreign Minister said.
Given that digital technologies and artificial intelligence play an important role in the world, Kazakhstan is ready for closer cooperation in this area.
Murat Nurtleu reminded that Kazakhstan had recently launched the most powerful supercomputer in the region - Alem.AI-hub for IT-startups, and is set to open a cryptocurrency city, where digital currencies can be used in everyday life.
It was also noted that any technological revolution is associated with risks, such as unequal access to technology, job losses, the problem of digital sovereignty and dependence on global technological monopolies.
That is why BRICS countries should not only stay in the game, but also lead it," Murat Nurtleu recommended.
At the end of his speech, the head of the Kazakh delegation noted the importance of strengthening result- and consensus-oriented multilateral cooperation to jointly build a more peaceful, prosperous and sustainable future for all.
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President Tokayev takes part in expanded meeting of SEEC in Minsk
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Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev attended an expanded-format meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council (SEEC) in Minsk, Belarus, Akorda reports.
The meeting discussed the topical issues of development of trade and economic cooperation with the key partners of the EAEU as well as prospects for further expanding interaction in areas such as industry, transport and logistics, agriculture, digitalization and AI.
Delivering their addresses were Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian (via video link), President of Cuba Miguel Díaz-Canel, Uzbek leader Shavkat Mirziyoyev, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan as well as First Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia Nyam-Osoryn Uchral.
Kazakhstan took over the presidency of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council (SEEC) in 2026.
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Kassym-Jomart Tokayev attends SEEC meeting
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The Heads of State of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) discussed prospects to further expand economic integration behind closed doors at the Independence Palace in Minsk, Belarus, Kazinform News Agency cites Akorda.
The Supreme Eurasian Economic Council (SEEC) meeting was attended by the EAEU leaders, including President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan, Alexander Lukashenko of Belarus, Sadyr Zhaparov of Kyrgyzstan and Vladimir Putin of Russia together with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, who joined the meeting via video link.
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President Tokayev arrives in Minsk
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Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has arrived in Minsk, Belarus, Kazinform News Agency reports citing the Akorda press service.
The President is expected to participate in the meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council and the Eurasian Economic Forum.
Earlier it was reported that the President of Kazakhstan will visit Belarus on June 26-27.
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