Kazakhstan and EU Discuss Plans to Develop Middle Corridor
Ambassador of the European Union (EU) to Kazakhstan Kęstutis Jankauskas and heads of EU diplomatic missions expressed interest in unlocking the potential of the Middle Corridor at the 15th meeting of the Kazakhstan-EU dialogue platform chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov on July 10.
As one of Kazakhstan’s key partners, the EU accounts for more than 40% of attracted investments and around 30% of foreign trade.
“The EU is a large and significant investment and trade partner of Kazakhstan. We are constantly working in all priority areas. The government highly values the contribution and involvement in strengthening cooperation between our countries. We are always open to proposals aimed at building up a mutually beneficial partnership,” Bektenov said.(Source:astanatimes)
In 2023, trade turnover between Kazakhstan and EU countries reached $41.4 billion, a 36.2% increase since 2019.
