Astana, February 26, 2025 – A panel discussion dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the United Nations was held at the Presidential Center. The event was attended by the First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Akan Rakhmetullin, and the Acting UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan, Steven O'Malley. The panelists included the Ambassador of Brazil to Kazakhstan, Marcel Fortuna Biato, Director of the Research Institute “Public Opinion,” Botagoz Rakisheva, the Ambassador of Turkiye to Kazakhstan, Mustafa Kapudji, and the Head of the International Security Department of the KISI, Dauren Aben. Among the attendees were heads of diplomatic missions, international organizations, and media representatives.During the discussion, participants addressed relevant issues on the international agenda, which are in focus for the UN’s anniversary year, as well as Kazakhstan’s contribution to the development of multilateral diplomacy and the country’s efforts to promote peacebuilding initiatives, including nuclear disarmament, strengthening regional security, and supporting an inclusive global order.In his speech, Rakhmetullin emphasized the strategic role of the UN in addressing global challenges and noted that, in this context, Kazakhstan continues to actively contribute to international cooperation and supports a multipolar approach in solving the problems faced by the global community.“As President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has stated, ‘there is no alternative to this universal organization.’ The 80th anniversary of the UN is not just a celebration, but also an important milestone for reflecting on the role of multilateralism in today’s world. We are confident that only through joint efforts and international cooperation can we effectively address global challenges,” said the Kazakh diplomat.“As we mark the UN’s 80th anniversary, we must reaffirm our shared commitment to international cooperation and ensure that global governance structures remain effective and adaptable. Kazakhstan has consistently demonstrated leadership in fostering peace and stability, and this discussion provides an opportunity to shape a collective vision for the future,” noted O'Malley.The event allowed participants to discuss pressing issues related to global security and sustainable development in the context of a multipolar world. During the discussion, participants explored changes in the international system, driven by the accelerating pace of globalization and the development of new technologies. The issue of adapting the UN to new challenges and the importance of further strengthening the role of the organization in maintaining peace and global security was also addressed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/946557

Abuja, February 25, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov held a meeting with Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy Bosun Tijani to discuss prospects for cooperation in space technology, e-government, and fintech solutions.The Kazakh side expressed its readiness to share expertise in developing digital platforms, implementing e-government solutions, and advancing fintech innovations. The parties agreed to develop joint initiatives and explore specific projects in the digital sector.Additionally, Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to Algeria Anuarbek Akhmetov met with representatives of the Nigerian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, where discussions focused on enhancing business ties between the private sectors of both countries. Participants agreed to develop a mechanism to support Kazakh and Nigerian companies in entering each other’s markets and explore joint venture opportunities.Deputy Chairman of the Board of JSC “NC Kazakh Invest” Madiyar Sultanbek held talks with the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission, where the parties exchanged expertise in attracting foreign investments and discussed prospective areas of cooperation. Furthermore, he met with the leadership of Nigeria’s Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI), which manages the country’s state assets. During the meeting, MOFI representatives expressed particular interest in financing instruments through development institutions and models for effective state enterprise management.The visit also featured B2B meetings between Kazakh and Nigerian entrepreneurs, where they discussed expanding trade, launching joint projects, and localizing production in energy, mining, finance, transport, logistics, and agriculture.As part of the visit, the Kazakh delegation signed two memorandums of understanding: MoU between the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) and Nigeria’s Taj Bank, outlining the registration of Taj Bank’s branch at AIFC and the launch of cooperation in Islamic finance; and MoU between JSC NC Kazakhstan Gharysh Sapary and Suburban Broadband Limited, establishing cooperation in space activities. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/946687

Astana, February 26, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko held a meeting with Jaap Ora, Ambassador of Estonia to Kazakhstan.Noting the dynamic and progressive development of relations, the parties discussed the current state and future prospects of cooperation, both in the bilateral format and on various international platforms. Special attention was given to expanding trade and economic ties, as well as collaboration in the fields of transport, logistics, and digitalization.The diplomats also reviewed the outcomes of the 7th meeting of the Kazakhstan-Estonia Intergovernmental Commission on Economic and Scientific-Technical Cooperation, held on January 23-24, 2025, in Tallinn (IGC is co-chaired by Marat Karabayev, Minister of Transport of Kazakhstan, and Margus Tsahkna, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Estonia).Deputy Minister Vassilenko emphasized that the implementation of the agreements reached is crucial for deepening relations between Astana and Tallinn.Both parties expressed their readiness to continue close partnership in areas of mutual interest and outlined the schedule of events for 2025, including preparations for high-level and top-level visits.At the conclusion of the meeting, Vassilenko congratulated the Estonian diplomat on the 107th anniversary of Estonia’s independence, wishing peace, prosperity, and well-being to its people.For reference: The volume of mutual trade between Kazakhstan and Estonia in 2024 amounted to 71.7 million US dollars, which is 54% less than in 2023 (157.5 million). Exports from Kazakhstan amounted to 38.7 million dollars, imports to Kazakhstan – 33 million dollars. Since 2012, Estonia has contributed 98.3 million US dollars in direct investments to Kazakhstan. By the end of September 2024, Kazakhstan attracted 13.6 million dollars in investments from Estonia.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/946693

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Astana, February 25, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko held a meeting with the Permanent Representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Kazakhstan Katarzyna Wawiernia.During the conversation, the parties discussed the current state and prospects of cooperation with UNDP, including within the framework of regional and bilateral initiatives.Deputy Minister Vassilenko noted the importance of interaction with UNDP in the area of financing concrete projects aimed at developing local self-government and providing technical assistance to government agencies of Kazakhstan.For her part, Permanent Representative Wawiernia welcomed the high dynamics of interaction and expressed readiness to continue interacting in the most priority areas of cooperation.Concluding the meeting, the interlocutors agreed to maintain a dialogue on current issues of bilateral and multilateral cooperation.For reference: The United Nations Development Programme is the largest UN agency operating in the Republic of Kazakhstan. Its activities are regulated by the Country Programme and the Agreement on Cooperation for Sustainable Development for 2021-2025.The Country Programme covers four main areas of cooperation: addressing social vulnerability and inequality; improving the efficiency and accountability of government institutions; promoting economic growth; combating climate change and promoting low-carbon development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/945971

Akim of the region Kumar Aksakalov met with representatives of the Chinese company Beijing Jinghanlin Mould Manufacturing Co. in Kostanay. Ltd and Hua An International Investment Management LLP. During the negotiations, the possibility of creating aluminum wheel rims for the automotive industry in the region was discussed.Beijing Jinghanlin Mould Manufacturing Co. Ltd is one of the largest manufacturers of aluminum wheels and car components, supplying products to the countries of Southeast Asia, Latin America, Europe and the USA. Now investors consider Kazakhstan as a promising site for expanding production.The establishment of an enterprise in Kostanay region will be an important step to increase the "local content" in the country's automotive industry. This will not only increase the competitiveness of the domestic automotive industry, but also give an impetus to the development of new production facilities. Most of the products can be exported, which will strengthen the region's position as a key center of the automotive industry.Kostanay region continues to attract global manufacturers of automotive components due to the dynamic development of the industry. Favorable conditions have been created in the region for new industries, and work in this direction will continue.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/945702

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Rabat, February 28, 2025 – Within the framework of the official visit to the Kingdom of Morocco, Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held a number of meetings with representatives of leading Moroccan companies operating in various sectors of the economy.During the meeting with the president of the Zine Capital Invest, Nourreddine Zine, opportunities for cooperation in agriculture, food production and logistics were discussed.Talks with Driss Benomar, CEO of Alomra Group International, focused on the prospects of implementing innovative solutions in the field of security.During the meeting with Jawad Youssefi, President of Cadex Group, issues of cooperation in the field of technical maintenance of mining and metallurgical enterprises were considered.There was also a meeting with the founder of the Anfa Realities, Younes Essassi, during which they discussed joint projects in the field of construction.Minister Nurtleu noted that the Government of Kazakhstan will provide full support for the successful implementation of these initiatives and projects that contribute to the strengthening of economic and investment ties with Morocco.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/948899

Abuja, February 24, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov held meetings with senior officials from Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, Ministry of Petroleum Resources, and other key government agencies. These discussions as part of the official visit of the Kazakh delegation are aimed to enhance economic and political cooperation between the two nations.During talks with Permanent Secretary of Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dunoma Umar Ahmed, the two sides explored opportunities for strengthening collaboration on international platforms, including the UN, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, and other multilateral formats. The discussions also covered economic cooperation, with an emphasis on boosting direct engagement between the business communities of both countries.Deputy Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan underscored the importance of strengthening ties with Nigeria, noting that the meeting between the presidents of Kazakhstan and Nigeria in Abu Dhabi in January 2025 set an ambitious pace for cooperation and outlined promising areas of engagement. “To enhance trade relations, we propose establishing direct connections between the business sectors of Kazakhstan and Nigeria, organizing trade missions, and addressing bilateral trade challenges together. Strengthening these ties will create new opportunities for business partnerships and deepen economic cooperation between our countries”, said Kuantyrov.In his meeting with Nigeria’s Minister of Petroleum Resources, Heineken Lokpobiri, the discussions focused on exploration, extraction, transportation, and refining of oil and petroleum products. Kazakhstan and Nigeria expressed interest in exploring potential deliveries of Kazakh oil for processing at Nigerian refineries. Minister Lokpobiri reaffirmed Nigeria’s strong interest in the partnership, highlighting that, despite being one of the world’s largest oil producers, Nigeria requires additional crude supplies to meet domestic demand and expand petroleum product exports.The Kazakh delegation also held talks with Nigeria’s Minister of Gas, Ekperikpe Ekpo, discussing potential collaboration in the natural gas sector, including supply agreements, gas processing technologies, and the involvement of Kazakh companies in developing Nigeria’s gas infrastructure. Minister Ekpo emphasized Nigeria’s commitment to transitioning to cleaner energy solutions, reducing carbon emissions, and building a sustainable economy.During a meeting with Permanent Secretary of Nigeria’s Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Nura Abba Rimi, investment opportunities in the mining sector were reviewed, particularly in exploration and processing of mineral resources. The Kazakh delegation expressed interest in leveraging innovative processing technologies and establishing joint production facilities.Additionally, Kazakhstan presented a list of over 300 product categories for export to Nigeria, while also expressing interest in direct imports of cocoa beans from Nigeria. Potential trade corridors for transporting goods between the two countries were discussed, with three possible routes currently under evaluation in cooperation with Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Transport.The visit also included a meeting with the Managing Director of NEXIM Nigeria, the country’s leading export-import financing institution. The discussions concluded with an agreement to sign a Memorandum of Understanding between NEXIM Nigeria and Kazakhstan’s Export Credit Agency, paving the way for future financial cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/945204