Almaty city, Kazakhstan
During the conversation, the prospects for comprehensive cooperation between Kazakhstan and the European Union were discussed. Special attention was paid to expanding trade and economic partnerships in priority areas such as energy, industry, digitalization, and the implementation of major infrastructure projects aimed at developing the Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor.
As High Representative Kallas noted, Kazakhstan was the first country in the region to sign the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement with the EU, which demonstrates a high level of bilateral relations. During the meeting, the EU’s top diplomat announced the launch of visa facilitation negotiations between the European Commission and Kazakhstan.
In response, President Tokayev stressed that Kazakhstan views this development very positively, as it opens up broad opportunities for strengthening interpersonal contacts and business ties with European countries.
They exchanged views on pressing issues of the international and regional agenda. The President of Kazakhstan highlighted the importance of demonstrating caution and responsibility in assessing the challenging situations in the world. He underlined Kazakhstan’s unwavering commitment to seeking diplomatic solutions to all acute international problems and conflicts.
The meeting also addressed issues of interaction in the "Central Asia – EU" format.