Al-Kuwait, May 18, 2026 – The Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the State of Kuwait Yerzhan Yelekeyev held a meeting with Sheikha Ohoud Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah, during which the parties discussed prospects for the development of trade, economic and investment cooperation between Kazakhstan and Kuwait.

During the meeting, the parties discussed opportunities for cooperation in the fields of agriculture and the agro-industrial complex. It was emphasized that Kazakhstan is one of the world’s major grain exporters, supplying agricultural products to more than 80 countries worldwide. The Ambassador of Kazakhstan also noted that the country continues to strengthen its position in the global oilseed market, having recently entered the world’s top 10 exporters of sunflower oil.

Particular attention was paid to food security issues. The Ambassador noted that Kazakhstan possesses significant potential to contribute to ensuring food security not only for the State of Kuwait, but also for the region as a whole, including through the supply of environmentally friendly and high-quality agricultural products.

In this context, the parties, together with representatives of “Al Deira” company, discussed in detail the prospects for supplying Kazakh meat products to the Kuwaiti market, including beef and lamb exports. The Kuwaiti side expressed interest in establishing cooperation with leading Kazakh producers and suppliers of meat products.

Following the meeting, an agreement was reached to organize a visit of Kuwaiti representatives to Kazakhstan in the summer of 2026 in order to further explore opportunities for cooperation, hold meetings with enterprises, and discuss prospects for importing Kazakh meat products.

The parties also exchanged views on cooperation in the fields of real estate and investment, including the participation of “Al Ahd Al Mushtarak” company in the implementation of investment and infrastructure projects in Kazakhstan, including the “Alatau City” accelerated development project. The Kazakh side presented information on the project’s potential, its special legal status and opportunities available for foreign investors.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the interlocutors confirmed their mutual interest in further expanding bilateral trade and economic cooperation and developing direct contacts between the business communities of Kazakhstan and Kuwait.

“Al Deira”company operates in the field of food distribution in the State of Kuwait, supplying retail chains, restaurants, hotels and other HoReCa sector facilities. The company is considered one of the notable players in Kuwait’s food distribution market and is currently exploring opportunities to expand imports of meat products from the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Founded in 2001, “Al Ahd Al Mushtarak” company operates in the fields of construction, real estate, facility management and interior design in the State of Kuwait. The companies are part of the family business structure of Sheikha Ohoud Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah.

Sheikha Ohoud Al-Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah is a Kuwaiti public figure and entrepreneur, founder of a number of companies and initiatives in the fields of real estate, asset management, youth development and entrepreneurship support. Under her leadership, projects in the real estate sector are being implemented, along with initiatives aimed at supporting young talents and the development of creative industries in the State of Kuwait.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-kuveyt/press/news/details/1223339?lang=kk