The head of our state called Kenya one of Kazakhstan's important and reliable partners on the African continent.
"Kenya is one of the most dynamically developing and advanced countries in Africa. Despite vast geographical distances separating us, we are united by a shared spirit of modernization and confidence in the future. Kazakhstan is located in the heart of Eurasia, and Kenya is an economic hub in East Africa. This is of great importance for expanding our bilateral partnership. Together, we can build a strong bridge between Central Asia and Africa, connecting markets, transport routes, and investment flows. We just discussed the main prospects for bilateral relations and exchanged views on the international agenda. Our countries share similar positions on global issues, pursue peaceful foreign policies, and consistently advocate for a world order based on the principles of multilateralism. Kazakhstan is ready to translate our shared vision into concrete, mutually beneficial projects. I am confident that the agreements reached during today's visit will elevate relations between Kazakhstan and Kenya to a qualitatively new level," noted Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
The head of state proposed creating a Business Council, which would open up new opportunities for mutual trade and investment.
The Kenyan President noted that his meeting with Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in 2023 on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly session in New York marked a starting point for further strengthening the relations established in 1993.
"Your decision, Mr. President, to appoint a permanent ambassador to Nairobi underscores the importance you and your government attach to relations between Kazakhstan and Kenya. I want to assure you that my visit is a targeted step aimed at strengthening cooperation between our countries. I believe there is significant potential for further expansion of mutual trade," said William Ruto.
The parties also discussed prospects for deepening partnership in areas such as trade, agriculture, transport and logistics, mining, renewable energy, information technology, e-government, space, finance and tourism.
In the cultural and humanitarian sphere, significant potential was noted for establishing close ties between higher education institutions of the two countries, mutual support for tourism initiatives, and the exchange of experience in the field of biodiversity conservation.
By the Kazakhstanskaya Pravda
