Presidents of Kazakhstan and Serbia hold talks
Алима Муслиманова Журналист El.kz
A ceremonial welcome was held at the Akorda for President of Serbia Aleksandar Vučić, who arrived in Kazakhstan on an official visit,El.kz cites Aqorda.
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and President Aleksandar Vučić introduced members of their delegations. The Commander of the Honor Guard Company delivered the welcoming report, and the national anthems of both countries were performed.
The Presidents then proceeded to talks.
– Kazakhstan regards Serbia as a very important strategic partner in Europe. We have done a great deal to strengthen our cooperation across many areas, first and foremost in the economic sphere, as well as in humanitarian and cultural exchanges. A direct flight between Astana and Belgrade has been launched, and our trade relations are developing very successfully. More than 60 Serbian companies operate successfully in Kazakhstan. We share common approaches to major international issues. I believe we have established a solid and effective foundation for our cooperation. I am confident that your visit is of great importance in giving additional momentum to our friendly relations, – said Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
President Aleksandar Vučić noted that it was a great honor for him to visit Kazakhstan on an official visit.
– I am grateful for your hospitality. I fully share your view that our countries enjoy truly strategic relations. I am deeply convinced that your words and dedicated approach make a significant contribution to the development of our trade and economic ties. I believe our friendship will reach a new level through stronger cooperation in artificial intelligence, information technologies and energy. I would be pleased to welcome you to Serbia in the near future, – he emphasized.
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Aleksandar Vučić continued their discussions in an expanded format with the participation of official delegations of the two countries.
Welcoming the Serbian delegation at the Akorda, the Head of State emphasized the special symbolism of the visit, which coincides with the approaching 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Kazakhstan and Serbia.
– We are sincerely committed to further strengthening our relations and expanding mutually beneficial cooperation across a wide range of areas. Today, we discussed in detail how to give additional momentum to our engagement. I assure you that, on our part, we will make every effort to further strengthen the partnership between our countries, – said Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
The President noted that Astana and Belgrade maintain a constructive political dialogue, strengthen interparliamentary ties and consistently expand interaction between government agencies and business communities.
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev highlighted the effective work of the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation. He welcomed the participation of a representative Serbian business delegation in the visit. A meeting of the Kazakhstan–Serbia Business Council was held the day before, and its outcomes are expected to contribute to the further expansion of trade and investment ties.
The President expressed appreciation to the Serbian side for supporting a number of Kazakhstan’s international initiatives.
Vučić thanked Kassym-Jomart Tokayev for the warm reception and reaffirmed Belgrade’s readiness to further strengthen multifaceted cooperation with Astana.
In particular, the Serbian President expressed interest in expanding the participation of Kazakh companies in joint projects, primarily in the construction sector.
– We are ready to implement a number of projects proposed by Kazakhstan that could become flagship initiatives not only for Serbia but for the wider region. At the same time, the issue of granting fifth freedom air rights to the Kazakh airline SCAT remains unresolved. I am confident that we will be able to resolve this matter together. We would be pleased to welcome reliable construction companies and investors from your country, which would not only enhance Serbia’s investment attractiveness but also contribute to the development of cultural and tourism ties. For our part, we will make every effort to support Serbian entrepreneurs seeking to invest in your country, – said Aleksandar Vučić.
The Serbian leader also emphasized the significant potential for expanding cooperation in the defense industry, artificial intelligence and data centers. He highly praised Kazakhstan’s achievements in socio-economic development, describing them as a symbol of progress for the entire world.
During the talks, the Presidents reviewed a wide range of issues on the bilateral agenda, including cooperation in trade and investment, transport and logistics, agriculture, critical minerals, digitalization and artificial intelligence, construction and tourism.
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