During the visit, the officials deliberated on a wide array of issues pertaining to bilateral cooperation in key areas such as politics, trade, economics, culture, and humanitarian affairs. They also exchanged views on pressing matters on the international agenda.
“Armenia is a longstanding and close partner of Kazakhstan. The Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation, which we celebrate the 25th anniversary of this year, lays a solid foundation for the expansion and deepening of Kazakh-Armenian relations. We share common goals and are committed to enhancing the well-being and prosperity of our peoples,” remarked the Kazakh Foreign Minister.
Both sides expressed their mutual dedication to further strengthening interstate cooperation on the basis of friendship, mutual respect, and partnership. They emphasized the importance of enhancing political dialogue at the highest levels.
The officials highlighted the significance of trade and economic cooperation, noting positive outcomes in mutual trade by the end of 2023, with trade volume increasing by 23.1% to reach 53 million US dollars. However, they agreed that the current trade turnover level does not fully tap into the existing potential and pledged joint efforts to explore new opportunities.
“We have a great chance to reflect on our 25-year partnership and embark on a new chapter in our relations for the mutual benefit of both countries. Our robust political dialogue underscores the favorable conditions for the development of our dynamic trade and economic relations. We are keen on bolstering transport and logistics links,” Minister Mirzoyan remarked.
The officials also discussed prospects for enhancing cooperation in the investment sphere by leveraging the production and financial resources of both countries. They outlined plans for collaboration in high technologies, digitalization, mutual supply of agricultural products, and cooperation in the construction sector.
They commended the active involvement of small and medium-sized enterprises in fostering trade, economic, and investment ties, noting the presence of 435 Armenian companies operating in Kazakhstan and over 100 Kazakh enterprises in Armenia.
The ministers hailed the positive trajectory of cooperation in the cultural and humanitarian realms. They exchanged proposals for enhancing cooperation in culture, education, and science and underscored the importance of cross-cultural events in Kazakhstan and Armenia.
Both ministers expressed satisfaction with the outcomes of the discussions and voiced confidence in continued fruitful cooperation.
At the conclusion of the negotiations, a cooperation program between the Foreign Ministries of Kazakhstan and Armenia for 2024-2025 was signed, outlining a roadmap for future collaboration.
