.2026

On October 22, 2026, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan, Nigina Alizoda met with the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Tajikistan, Valikhan Turekhanov.

During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of bilateral relations, as well as the implementation of previously reached agreements.

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President Tokayev Addresses Kazakhstan-China Investment Forum

, 2026

Almaty

Prior to the start of the event, the participants observed a minute of silence in memory of the servicemen who tragically lost their lives in the Mangystau Region.

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized that the eternal comprehensive strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and China has a strong historical foundation and is developing steadily in the spirit of good-neighborliness and mutual trust.

“The personal attention and firm support of my close friend, His Excellency President Xi Jinping, have brought bilateral relations to an unprecedented level. In the new “Golden Thirty Years”, Kazakhstan-China cooperation has assumed a comprehensive character across all key areas. China is Kazakhstan’s largest trading partner. Last year, bilateral trade reached a record level of nearly 50 billion US dollars. Our governments are actively working to increase this figure to 100 billion US dollars. Investment cooperation is also demonstrating strong momentum. China has traditionally been one of the largest investors in Kazakhstan’s economy, with cumulative investments exceeding 29 billion dollars. More than 9,000 enterprises with Chinese participation are successfully operating in Kazakhstan – nearly one in every seven foreign companies registered in our country,” the Head of State said.

The President informed that cooperation is steadily expanding in industry, agriculture, healthcare, education, digitalization, smart-city development and satellite technologies. According to the President, the ratification of the Agreement on the Promotion and Mutual Protection of Investments has provided an important legal foundation for further expanding bilateral cooperation.

“The visa-free regime established between our countries also makes a significant contribution to expanding business contacts. We can say with confidence that Kazakhstan has created the most favorable conditions for attracting large-scale investment and implementing ambitious projects. The main provisions of the Constitution, which entered into force on July 1 this year, provide a strong legal foundation for strengthening the country’s investment potential. We attach fundamental importance to ensuring the stability of regulations and the quality of government support for investment activities. To this end, Investors’ Rights Protection Committee has been established under the Prosecutor General’s Office. The Prosecutor General has been assigned the role of investment ombudsman,” Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized.

The Head of State considers that amid the profound transformation of the global economy, Kazakhstan and China can offer a constructive model of cooperation based on mutual trust, openness and shared long-term interests. Against this backdrop, speech outlined the priority areas for the two countries’ continued mutually beneficial partnership. First, the President focused on the transport and logistics sector.

“Together with our international partners, we are expanding railway capacity, upgrading highways and seaports, developing air cargo transportation and cross-border infrastructure. A network of logistics hubs has been established from Lianyungang to Aktau, connecting China’s coast with the Caspian Sea. A new important link in this network will be the Kazakhstan-China terminal in Chengdu, where Kazakhstan’s Consulate General is also planned to open. The development of the Middle Corridor, which is shaping a modern configuration of transport links between Asia and Europe, remains a priority,” the President noted.

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted that the forum brought together companies already actively involved in expanding the capacity of transit hubs. He informed that according to forecasts, the number of container trains traveling from China to Europe would reach 3,000 by 2029. This will further strengthen Kazakhstan’s position as one of the key transport hubs in global logistics chains.

“A number of joint initiatives are already taking concrete shape. This past August, I launched construction of the Aral-Caspian highway. The new route will significantly increase the capacity of the East-West corridor. The large-scale construction of the Moyinty – Kyzylzhar and Bakhty – Ayagoz railway lines will be completed in the near future. Transparency in freight transportation is being ensured through the joint implementation of digital technologies under the Smart Border pilot project. In partnership with Minmetals Logistics, a logistics corridor incorporating autonomous transport technologies and digital solutions is being created. This is a unique project for our country. We are also paying particular attention to the development of multimodal transportation. The national air cargo carrier Alatau Air Cargo has commenced operations. Major global cargo airlines, including Cathay Pacific Cargo, are also entering the Kazakh market. Civil aviation plays an equally important role. This year, new routes were launched connecting Almaty with Xi’an and Shanghai, Astana with Guangzhou, and Aktau with Urumqi. This week, the first direct passenger route between Almaty and Chongqing was launched,” the Head of State said.

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The President then highlighted the importance of industrial cooperation. He noted that a portfolio of 260 major joint projects worth more than 62 billion dollars has been formed in this area.

“With the participation of Chinese enterprises, an automotive cluster is being developed in Almaty, silicon production is being established in the Karaganda Region, and projects are being implemented in metallurgy, oil and gas chemistry, and energy storage systems. The first projects aimed at optimizing and restoring low-productivity oil wells are being launched. In the Aktobe Region, a special industrial zone is being established on a pilot basis with China’s Jinyi Holding Group. It will operate in accordance with international standards. Our agreements in the agro-industrial sector are also taking concrete shape. In particular, I would like to highlight the flagship projects of Lihua, Fufeng and Dalian Hesheng Holdings to establish a vertically integrated cotton and textile cluster and develop deep processing of corn and grain. This provides a solid foundation for taking our partnership to a new level – from implementing individual investment projects to creating fully-fledged production ecosystems and jointly entering the markets of Central Asia, the Eurasian Economic Union, the South Caucasus and Europe. In this regard, I propose launching the Kazakhstan-China programme “Common History, Destiny. Designed and Made in Both China and Kazakhstan.” The Government should work jointly with Chinese partners to form a pool of promising projects and move swiftly to their implementation,” Kassym-Jomart Tokayev instructed.

The Head of State identified cooperation in the mining and metallurgical sector as another priority. He noted that Kazakhstan possesses significant reserves of uranium, copper, gold, coal, critical minerals and rare earth metals.

Particular attention was devoted to digitalization. The President emphasized that Kazakhstan is open to cooperation with all leading technology centers around the world.

“This year, our country became one of the founding members of the World Organization for Cooperation in Artificial Intelligence, joining a new international platform for technological cooperation. This initiative belongs to Chinese President Xi Jinping. Kazakhstan is interested in technology transfer and the establishment of joint engineering and research centers. We attach great importance to training a new generation of specialists. We intend to open the first Kazakhstan-China School of Artificial Intelligence in our capital. Alatau City is becoming a vivid embodiment of our productive technological partnership. This large-scale project is designed to become a powerful center of business activity across the space connecting China, Central Asia and Europe,” the Head of State continued.

The President noted that implementing such initiatives requires an appropriate financial architecture. He informed the forum participants that the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) has been operating successfully in Kazakhstan for many years.

“We see significant potential in developing cooperation between the AIFC and Hong Kong, one of the world’s leading financial centers. At the beginning of this September, Samruk-Kazyna became the first issuer from Central Asia and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization countries to enter China’s interbank market, issuing panda bonds worth more than 3 billion yuan (450 million dollars). Overall, Kazakhstan intends to make the entire investment cycle as short, transparent and technology-driven as possible. The signing of the Agreement to establish the Kazakhstan-China Investment Fund under Kazakh Invest, the national investment attraction company, is another important step in this direction,” considers Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.

According to the Head of State, the Kazakhstan-China Investment Forum should become a permanent platform for direct interaction between the business communities of the two countries.

“I propose holding it annually in September under the name of the “Kazakhstan-China” Almaty Investment Dialogue. A number of concrete agreements have been reached today. I am confident that these agreements will benefit not only Kazakhstan and China, but also contribute to the sustainable development of the entire Eurasian continent,” the President of Kazakhstan said.

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized that Kazakhstan attaches particular importance to strengthening its eternal friendship with neighboring China and to the dynamic development of long-term, mutually beneficial cooperation in various fields.

“For our country, this is one of the most important foreign policy objectives. Looking back at our shared history, the Chinese people have never caused any harm to our people. Over the years, the two peoples have coexisted in true harmony, maintaining mutual respect and offering support to one another. In these unstable and uncertain times, Kazakhstan and China, as reliable partners, must act together, shoulder to shoulder, to confront numerous challenges and threats. There is a meaningful proverb in Chinese: “When people unite, they can move Mount Tai.” I am confident that Kazakhstan and China, as two friendly and neighboring states, will be able to successfully accomplish any task together,” the President concluded his remarks.

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President Tokayev receives Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Kazakhstan Faisal Al-Kahtani

2026

President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev received Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Kazakhstan Faisal Al-Kahtani.

President Tokayev emphasized that Kazakhstan attaches great importance to strengthening comprehensive cooperation with Saudi Arabia. He particularly noted the personal contribution of Crown Prince – Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud to advancing multifaceted cooperation between the two countries.

– Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is rightfully regarded as a strong and influential leader on the global stage. His forward-looking and progressive strategy for Saudi Arabia’s development, as well as his significant role in strengthening international stability and security, deserve the highest recognition and respect, – said the President of Kazakhstan.

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President Tokayev reaffirmed his invitation to Mohammed bin Salman to pay a state visit to Kazakhstan.

In turn, Ambassador Faisal Al-Kahtani expressed his country’s firm commitment to deepening the strategic partnership with Kazakhstan. He noted that the recently signed agreements on the mutual protection and promotion of investments, as well as on the establishment of an intergovernmental Coordination Council, open up new opportunities for expanding mutually beneficial cooperation.

The Ambassador also conveyed sincere appreciation from the leadership of Saudi Arabia for the firm and consistent support extended by President Tokayev in connection with the complex situation in the Middle East. He further emphasized the relevance of Kazakhstan’s initiative to provide a platform for possible peace negotiations in the holy city of Turkestan.

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President Tokayev once again reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s solidarity with Saudi Arabia and all Gulf states, expressing readiness to continue contributing to efforts aimed at ensuring stability, security and sustainable development in the region.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the President conveyed his warm greetings and best wishes to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and to Crown Prince – Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, as well as wishes of well-being and prosperity to the brotherly people of Saudi Arabia.

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President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev Holds Telephone Conversation with Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq Al Said

2026

During the call, the Head of State discussed the current situation in the Middle East with Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said and expressed firm support for Oman, as well as solidarity with the brotherly people of the country during this challenging period.

President Tokayev voiced concern over air attacks on civilian infrastructure in Gulf states that are not involved in the war against Iran.

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Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized that Kazakhstan consistently advocates de-escalation and calls on the parties to seek a resolution to the conflict through dialogue and diplomacy.

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In this context, the President highlighted Oman’s strong international standing as a country actively engaged in peace efforts in the region.

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The Head of State expressed special appreciation to Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said for his personal assistance in facilitating the evacuation of Kazakh citizens from the region through Omani territory.

In turn, the Sultan of Oman thanked President Tokayev for his words of support and conveyed his best wishes to the people of Kazakhstan on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan.

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Kassym-Jomart Tokayev reaffirmed his earlier invitation to the Sultan of Oman to pay a state visit to Kazakhstan before the end of the year, noting that such a visit would mark a significant step toward elevating the traditionally friendly relations between the two countries to a new level.

Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said stated that he accepts the invitation from the leader of a state that enjoys high standing in the international community.

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Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held a meeting with Prime Minister of Belgium Bart De Wever

2025

New York, USA

On the margins of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Belgium Bart De Wever.

The President noted that Kazakhstan attaches great importance to the development of long-term cooperation with Belgium, one of its key partners within the European Union.

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President Tokayev emphasized that Brussels is among the top ten largest investors in Kazakhstan. Last year, the volume of bilateral trade approached half a billion US dollars.

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During the talks, the two sides highlighted the potential for further strengthening economic relations, particularly in the fields of critical minerals, petrochemicals, agriculture, industry, transport and logistics, artificial intelligence, finance, tourism, and education.

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Prime Minister Bart De Wever expressed gratitude for the opportunity to discuss the bilateral agenda and conveyed to the President of Kazakhstan the best wishes of King Philippe.

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The Head of State met with Jared Cohen, President of Global Affairs at Goldman Sachs Global Institute

September 21, 2025

New York, USA

President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev commended the level of long-term partnership between Kazakhstan and Goldman Sachs, a leading American investment bank.

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President Tokayev emphasized that Kazakhstan, which is striving to transform into a fully digital state, is interested in cooperation in the fields of artificial intelligence and the digitalization of the financial ecosystem.

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In his turn, Jared Cohen shared insights into the operation of the Goldman Sachs Digital Asset Platform.

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President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with Cameco Corporation CEO Tim Gitzel

September 21, 2025

New York city, USA

President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev began his working visit to New York with a meeting with the head of the Canadian multinational company, during which the prospects for cooperation in the uranium industry were discussed.

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Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted that Cameco has been a longstanding and reliable partner of the national company Kazatomprom. Since the beginning of its operations in Kazakhstan, the company has invested over $500 million and contributed to the transfer of technologies.

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President Tokayev emphasized that Kazakhstan is entering a new stage in the development of its energy sector, setting the goal of building three nuclear power plants. He underlined the country’s interest in innovative methods applied in the nuclear industry.

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For his part, Tim Gitzel informed the President about the current activities and plans of the joint venture “Inkai”, which has been developing the eponymous deposit in the Turkistan region for more than 25 years.

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The Head of State sent a telegram of congratulations to the President of Serbia

2025

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Kassym-Jomart Tokayev extended congratulations to Aleksandar Vucic on Serbia’s Statehood Day.

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In his telegram, the President of Kazakhstan emphasized that Serbia stands as a beacon of sustainable development, infrastructural progress, and cultural heritage in the Balkan region. He also reaffirmed the commitment to further strengthening of bilateral cooperation.

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Kassym-Jomart Tokayev conveyed his best wishes to President Aleksandar Vucic and wished prosperity to all his country-fellows.

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The Head of State had a telephone conversation with the President of the European Council, António Costa

2025

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At the initiative of the European side, a telephone conversation took place between Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the President of Kazakhstan, and António Costa, the President of the European Council.

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During the conversation, current issues and prospects for strengthening cooperation between Kazakhstan and the European Union were discussed.

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The Kazakh President noted the positive dynamics in the development of relations with the EU, including within the framework of the Agreement on Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation, emphasizing the importance of deepening ties in the areas of trade, investment, energy, transportation, logistics, sustainable development, and digital transformation.

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The interlocutors confirmed their readiness for further dialogue and practical cooperation on a broad range of bilateral and regional issues.

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At the end of the conversation, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev invited António Costa to visit Kazakhstan.

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