Tokayev declared eternal friendship between Kazakhstan and Turkey

Relations between Kazakhstan and Turkey have reached the level of eternal friendship and expanded strategic partnership, and there are no disagreements between the two states. This was stated on October 28 by Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at talks with Turkish leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

"The relations between Kazakhstan and Turkey have deep roots. We share a common history and language, and similar traditions. The political interaction between our states is based on a solid foundation of mutual trust and unbreakable friendship. There are no contradictions or disagreements between us," Tokayev stressed, his words are quoted on the official website of the head of the republics.

The Kazakh leader noted that cooperation between the two countries is based on common history, language and cultural traditions. According to him, Astana and Ankara support each other both in bilateral relations and on the platforms of international organizations. In addition, Turkey is one of the five largest trading partners of Kazakhstan and ranks among the top ten foreign investors in the republic's economy.

Tokayev also praised the results of Erdogan's state visit to Kazakhstan in May, following which the parties reached a number of agreements. In particular, joint projects were launched in the economic, investment, cultural and humanitarian spheres. The President of Kazakhstan assured that the republic will continue to create favorable conditions for the work of Turkish companies.

In turn, Erdogan recalled the Declaration of Eternal Friendship and Expanded Strategic Partnership signed in May. The Turkish leader expressed his intention to reinforce the agreements reached with concrete initiatives, including increasing trade turnover between the two countries to $15 billion and expanding investment cooperation.

During the talks, the presidents also discussed the prospects for joint work in the transport and energy sectors, agriculture, the defense industry and the field of artificial intelligence. Special attention was paid to the development of cultural ties.

In addition, Tokayev congratulated Erdogan and the people of Turkey on the upcoming Republic Day, noting the country's achievements in the political and economic spheres. He also informed about the upcoming joint participation of the leaders in the 13th summit of the Organization of Turkic States and expressed his intention to attend the climate forum in Antalya.

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