Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov took part in the 7th round of political consultations between the foreign ministries of Kazakhstan and Switzerland, during which the main topics of bilateral cooperation were discussed.

Deputy Minister Issetov informed the Swiss side on the key areas of domestic political reforms in Kazakhstan, with particular attention to the process of establishing the Kurultai. In this context, the role of parliamentary cooperation in further strengthening bilateral ties was emphasized.

The Kazakh diplomat highlighted the prospects for expanding trade and investment cooperation, expressing interest in attracting advanced technologies and investment for the implementation of joint projects, including in the areas of transport and logistics, digitalization, water resources management, critical metals, green energy and the nuclear industry.

Director of the Eurasia Division of the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Pierre-Yves Fux presented Switzerland’s regional projects and initiatives in the areas of water resources management and migration. He also outlined areas of cooperation in environmental protection, official development assistance and legal cooperation, while highlighting opportunities to expand the legal framework of Kazakhstan-Switzerland relations.

The sides discussed cooperation within international organizations and the promotion of common approaches to current issues on the international agenda. The schedule of upcoming political contacts was reviewed, and the parties reaffirmed their interest in ensuring substantive content for these engagements.

As part of his visit, Arman Issetov also held a separate meeting with State Secretary of the FDFA Alexandre Fasel. The interlocutors discussed current geopolitical issues, as well as further cooperation within international organizations.

Following the meetings, the sides reaffirmed their interest in further strengthening the Kazakhstan-Switzerland partnership and expanding practical cooperation in priority areas.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1288727?lang=ru