President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted that Guy Parmelland's visit to Astana opens up good opportunities to give new impetus to the bilateral agenda.
The head of state emphasized that Kazakhstan views Switzerland as an important political and economic partner in Europe, as well as one of the largest investors in our country's economy, having invested $35.8 billion since 2005.
The President reported that nearly 400 Swiss companies and joint ventures operate in Kazakhstan. According to Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, political dialogue between Astana and Bern is developing at various levels in an open and constructive atmosphere.
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev placed particular emphasis on the dynamic development of economic cooperation. Kazakhstan and Switzerland collaborate fruitfully in energy and mining, manufacturing and construction, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, finance, and new technologies.
Guy Parmelan expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and praised the dynamic bilateral cooperation. He reaffirmed Switzerland's commitment to further strengthening political dialogue, expanding investment projects, and promoting joint initiatives in key economic sectors.
By the Kazakhstanskaya Pravda
