Brussels, 19 November 2025 – A Kazakh delegation led by Aigul Kuspan, Chair of the Committee on International Affairs, Defense and Security of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan, held a meeting with Peter De Roover, Speaker of the Belgian Chamber of Representatives. During the talks, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for expanding inter-parliamentary cooperation, as well as key areas of bilateral and multilateral collaboration between Kazakhstan and Belgium.

Kuspan emphasized the importance of strengthening political dialogue between the two countries, noting that the European direction occupies an important place in Kazakhstan’s foreign policy. She informed the Belgian side about the large-scale political reforms initiated by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, including the proposal to transition to a unicameral parliament, the reform of the electoral system, and measures to strengthen the rule of law. The interlocutors noted the convergence of approaches, given that Belgium is also undergoing a transition toward a unicameral parliamentary structure.

De Roover highly appreciated the political and economic reforms carried out in Kazakhstan and expressed support for further expanding cooperation in such areas as transport and logistics, critical raw materials and renewable energy. He also underlined the importance of multilateral diplomacy and highlighted the principle "stable countries mean stable regions."

The growing interest of Belgian companies in Kazakhstan’s investment opportunities was noted, including in the fields of critical materials, raw-material processing, and green hydrogen production. The Kazakh side emphasized its interest in advanced Belgian and EU technologies, as well as in promoting joint projects under the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between Kazakhstan and the European Union.

The meeting also addressed the development of cooperation within the framework of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU). The Kazakh side expressed its readiness to deepen parliamentary diplomacy, expand exchanges, and hold joint events and consultations.

During the meeting, Aigul Kuspan conveyed to Peter De Roover an official invitation from Yerlan Koshanov, Speaker of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of Kazakhstan, to pay an official visit to Kazakhstan. The Belgian side noted the importance of such a visit for strengthening political dialogue and expressed its willingness to consider its organization at a mutually convenient time.

Following the meeting, the parties confirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening inter-parliamentary ties and developing the strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and Belgium.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brussels/press/news/details/1108593?lang=kk