Italy and Central Asian States Explore New Areas for Cooperation
Italy and Central Asian states explored prospects for collaboration during a May 29 Central Asia + Italy third meeting of the Foreign Affairs Ministers in Rome. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu headed Kazakhstan’s delegation, reported the ministry’s press service.
At the gathering, officials addressed key regional issues including counterterrorism efforts, combating drug trafficking, transportation, logistics, and renewable energy. Nurtleu emphasized Central Asia's dynamic development trajectory, highlighting the region's unique geopolitical perspective and expansive trade and economic potential.
“Consultative meetings of the heads of Central Asian states, the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea and the Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zones are a vivid demonstration of Central Asia’s unambiguous desire to develop effective and mutually beneficial cooperation and confront common challenges,” said Nurtleu.
Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Antonio Tajani called for active interaction in transport interconnectivity, energy, climate change and education.
“Italy views with great interest the political collaboration and opportunities presented to Italian companies in Central Asia: establishing a strategic partnership with Central Asian countries and strengthening economic and industrial cooperation in the fields of water resources, the environment, and higher education is a priority. For this reason, over 30 of the most important Italian companies and trade associations were invited to today’s meeting,” said Tajani, according to the Italian Foreign Ministry’s press service.(Source:astanatimes)
