Kazakhstan President Kasim-Zhomart Tokaev and President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev discussed the further strengthening of the Kazakh-Uzbek strategic partnership and allied, the press service of the Akorda reports.
The President of Kazakhstan with satisfaction stated the successful development of bilateral cooperation in all directions.
As Tokaev noted, the governments of the two countries are actively working on the implementation of the agreements reached. The relevant “road maps” are systematically executed, work is underway on signed agreements and trading contracts.
It is noted that good indicators of mutual turnover are preserved.
“According to the results of last year, it amounted to $ 4.4 billion. Joint projects are being implemented in industry, energy, transport and logistics, agriculture. Today, the portfolio includes 60 joint projects with an investment volume of more than $ 2.5 billion and the creation of More than 13 thousand jobs. The project for the construction of the International Center for Industrial Cooperation is being successfully promoted, ”the statement said.
The leader of Kazakhstan believes that the Kazakh -Uzbek tandem is a vital necessity, and only together and together can we ensure sustainable development of countries. In this regard, the head of state supported the adoption of a strategic partnership and allied program between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan until 2034.
During the meeting, the presidents exchanged views on a wide range of issues of economic interaction, including an increase in mutual trade, cooperation in the areas of energy, transport, water economy, IT industry.
Particular attention during the conversation was paid to the development of cultural and humanitarian ties and the disclosure of the unique tourist potential of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.
In addition, Kasim-Zhomart Tokaev and Shavkat Mirziyoyev examined the regional agenda and checked hours on interaction in international structures.