Astana hosted the "Otandastar - 2023" forum, where Vice Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kairat Torebayev took part, telling about the integral role of the national diaspora in promoting Kazakhstan's exports abroad, press service of the Ministry of Trade and Integration reports.
As the Vice Minister noted, the Ministry of Trade and Integration has created a full-fledged system of support for exporters, who are provided with financial and non-financial support measures, ranging from consultations to reimbursement of part of the costs.
This year, 8 trade missions were conducted in such countries as Vietnam, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, China (2 Trade and Economic missions), Iran, in which more than 110 companies participated. An exhibition was held in Urumqi with the participation of 30 companies in the food industry.
Kazakhstan exports to 125 countries of the world. According to international experts, the number of the Kazakh Diaspora abroad is from 5 to 7 million people, an average of 55 thousand of our citizens in each export market who can assist in the promotion of our products", - Kairat Torebayev said.
A deep understanding of both cultures and languages makes them effective intermediaries in the field of international trade and brings the development and interaction of states to a new, better level.
As an example, the Vice Minister cited cooperation with our Kandas in China, who, having lived in China for more than 20 years, has built business relations with Chinese companies, working with which now allows attracting investments to Kazakhstan.
National diasporas can contribute to the development of Kazakhstan's exports by searching for sales markets, helping to eliminate trade barriers, creating business ties, attracting investments in infrastructure and supporting startups.
Active involvement in the processes of interstate interaction contributes to the expansion of markets, strengthening cultural ties and stimulating economic growth both in the country of origin and in the country of residence. Therefore, it is important to recognize and support the contribution of the national diaspora to the global economy and strive for cooperation to achieve common goals", - the Vice Minister stressed.
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