Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Alibek Bakayev, held a meeting with Ambassadors of African states accredited to the Russian Federation.
During the meeting, Deputy Minister Bakayev briefed participants on the large-scale economic and political reforms being implemented in the country. It was noted that the new Constitution, adopted following a nationwide referendum, is aimed at strengthening the principles of justice, the rule of law, and building an inclusive society.
Particular attention was given to the development of Kazakhstan-Africa cooperation. The Kazakh diplomat emphasized that Africa is regarded as one of the priority directions of Kazakhstan’s balanced foreign policy, with engagement based on the Concept for Cooperation with African States and the African Union for 2025-2030.
The sides noted the intensification of political dialogue, including exchanges of visits at the highest and high levels, the expansion of inter-ministerial consultations, as well as the development of inter-parliamentary cooperation. Special emphasis was placed on strengthening the legal and contractual framework and expanding Kazakhstan’s diplomatic presence on the African continent.
A steady positive trend in trade and economic cooperation was also highlighted. At the end of 2025, trade turnover between Kazakhstan and African countries reached a record level of 1.172 billion US dollars. The importance of further developing transport and logistics connectivity, as well as expanding direct contacts between business communities through business forums and trade missions, was underlined.
Within the multilateral agenda, the Kazakh side reaffirmed its interest in deepening coordination within the UN, the OIC, and the African Union, as well as in promoting joint initiatives on issues of mutual interest.
Following the meeting, the parties confirmed their readiness to further strengthen political dialogue and trade and economic ties aimed at fostering mutually beneficial and long-term partnership between Kazakhstan and African countries.
