Kazakhstan and Orascom Investment Holding Discuss Strategic Investment Cooperation
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Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held a meeting with Chairman of the Orascom Investment Holding Naguib Sawiris, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.
The parties discussed priority areas of cooperation, including the mining and metallurgical industries, the financial sector, tourism and development. A particular attention was paid to Kazakhstan’s efforts to integrate into global value chains and attract strategic private investors with international expertise.
The Foreign Minister emphasized that Kazakhstan is an open and predictable destination for long-term investments. Building a trust-based dialogue with investors remains an integral part of the country’s investment policy, with comprehensive support provided at all stages of project implementation.
Chairman Sawiris highlighted Kazakhstan’s macroeconomic stability, its resource potential and its growing role as a regional investment hub in Central Asia. He stressed the importance of direct engagement with decision-makers and expressed interest in further exploring projects and expanding cooperation with Kazakhstani partners.
The parties also exchanged views on prospective projects, including investments in the financial sector, and confirmed their mutual interest in expanding cooperation in new areas.
Following the meeting, the interlocutors expressed their readiness to make every effort to ensure the practical implementation of the agreements reached and further expansion of bilateral cooperation.
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Foreign Ministers of Kazakhstan and Türkiye Discuss Regional Situation
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Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermeк Kosherbayev held a telephone conversation with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye Hakan Fidan, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.
During the conversation, the ministers discussed the current situation in the Middle East and possible ways of its de-escalation. The Turkish side expressed serious concern regarding military attacks on the territories of Türkiye and Azerbaijan.
The heads of the foreign offices reaffirmed their mutual commitment to further increasing trade and economic relations between the two countries.
Following the conversation, an agreement was reached to hold a meeting at the level of the Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Transport of the two states.
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Astana and Bangkok Discuss a New Phase of Cooperation during the First Round of Political Consultations
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan hosted the First round of Kazakhstan-Thailand Political Consultations with the participation of Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev and Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand Sarun Charoensuwan, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.
During the consultations, the sides reviewed the current state and future prospects of bilateral relations, reaffirming their commitment to deepening political dialogue and further expanding the legal framework of cooperation. They highlighted the importance of stepping up exchanges at both high and highest levels, as well as advancing preparations for the next meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission on Bilateral Cooperation.
Particular focus was placed on trade, economic and investment cooperation. In 2025, bilateral trade reached 255 million US dollars. The sides noted significant untapped potential in manufacturing, agriculture, science and culture, transport and logistics, digital development, and tourism.
Discussions also covered ways to enhance transport connectivity, expand air links, and ensure balanced growth in tourist flows.
The parties exchanged views on key regional and global issues, including coordination within the United Nations, the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia, BRICS, as well as engagement with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
At the conclusion of the consultations, the sides agreed to continue maintaining regular political dialogue.
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Meeting with the Head of the International Finance Corporation in Kazakhstan Hold in Astana
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Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov held a meeting with Zafar Hashimov, Regional Manager for the activities of the International Finance Corporation (IFC) in the Republic of Kazakhstan, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.
During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects of cooperation between Kazakhstan and the IFC, and exchanged views on further expanding interaction in order to support the country’s sustainable economic development.
Deputy Minister Kuantyrov noted the important role of the IFC in supporting private sector development, attracting investment, and implementing projects aimed at modernizing the economy and enhancing the investment attractiveness of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In this context, the significance of initiatives implemented with the participation of the Corporation in various sectors of the economy, including finance, infrastructure and sustainable development, was emphasized.
In his turn, Regional Manager Khashimov confirmed the International Finance Corporation’s interest in further strengthening its partnership with Kazakhstan and implementing joint initiatives aimed at promoting entrepreneurship, improving the business climate, and introducing modern sustainable solutions across various sectors of the economy.
The parties also noted the high level of cooperation between Kazakhstan and the World Bank Group, of which the IFC is a member, and expressed their readiness to further develop practical cooperation in priority areas.
Following the meeting, the participants confirmed their mutual readiness to continue constructive dialogue and expand cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
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Tokayev condemns drone attacks on Azerbaijan's Nakhchivan Airport
Following the attacks of Iranian drones on Nakhchivan Airport, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has clarified his stance, Qazinform News Agency reports, citing the Akorda press service.
The President’s stance centers on a resolute condemnation of the act against Azerbaijan, a brotherly nation and ally of Kazakhstan.
At the same time, the Head of State expressed hope for a thorough, joint investigation with Iran into the incident, as well as for the resolution of the conflict situation through diplomatic means to avoid escalation of tensions in the region," stated Aibek Smadiyarov, Presidential Advisor and Press Secretary.
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Expansion of Kazakh-Armenian Humanitarian Partnership Discussed in Yerevan
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Ambassador Bolat Imanbayev met with Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of the Republic of Armenia Zhanna Andreasyan, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.
The interlocutors confirmed the high level of interaction between Kazakhstan and Armenia in the educational, scientific and cultural spheres. The importance of bilateral documents signed in 2025 between the relevant departments, as well as leading museums, libraries and film industry organizations of the two countries was especially noted.
In this context, the importance of the visit of the delegation of the Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts "Matenadaran" to Kazakhstan in February this year was emphasized, within the framework of which negotiations were held with the leadership of the Al-Farabi Kazakh National University on the exchange of experience and the implementation of joint research projects.
During the meeting, the parties discussed priority areas of cooperation and agreed on a schedule of upcoming bilateral events for the current year.
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Astana and Helsinki Strengthen Expert Partnership Amid Constitutional Reforms
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Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Finland, Azamat Abdraimov, held a meeting with Anna Heusala, Director of the Aleksanteri Institute at the University of Helsinki, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.
During the meeting, the parties conducted an in-depth exchange of views on current international and regional developments, noting the positive dynamics of political dialogue and the consistent expansion of practical cooperation across a broad range of bilateral areas.
Ambassador informed his interlocutor about the upcoming nationwide referendum scheduled for March 15 on the adoption of a new Constitution of Kazakhstan. He outlined the key constitutional amendments and the draft of the new Constitution, emphasizing that the proposed constitutional reform represents a logical continuation of the consistent political modernization initiatives advanced by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
For her part, A. Heusala noted that Finland is closely following the ongoing reforms in Kazakhstan and gave a high assessment of the scale and systemic nature of the political and socio-economic transformations. In her view, Kazakhstan is steadily strengthening its position as a stable and dynamically developing state, making a significant contribution to ensuring stability and predictability in Central Asia.
Following the talks, the parties expressed their mutual interest in further deepening cooperation between the analytical centers of the two countries, including through systematic exchange of expert and analytical materials, organization of interviews, and reciprocal visits.
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