On 20 February 2026, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Korea, Nurgali Arystanov, held a meeting with the Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport of the Republic of  Korea, Kim Yun-duk.

During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for further expanding cooperation in the fields of transport, logistics and infrastructure.

Particular attention was paid to the Alatau Smart City project as one of the priority areas of mutual interest. The Kazakh side expressed its readiness to create favorable conditions for the participation of Korean companies in the implementation of modern urban and infrastructure solutions.

The parties also emphasized the importance of further developing cooperation in civil aviation, including the expansion of direct air connections. Currently, 11 direct flights operate between Kazakhstan and the Republic of Korea, while mutual tourist exchange increased by 20% in 2025.

In addition, the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (Middle Corridor) and further deepening cooperation in transport and logistics projects aimed at strengthening transit potential and expanding trade and economic ties were discussed.

Following the meeting, the parties confirmed their readiness to maintain active contacts in preparation for upcoming visits and to continue joint work on advancing projects of mutual interest.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-seoul/press/news/details/1167237?lang=kk