Kazakhstan Seeks to Simplify Business Travel with France
During a meeting on Feb. 10 in Astana, Kazakh Deputy Foreign Minister Alibek Bakayev proposed measures to simplify business trips between Kazakhstan and France. This initiative is aimed at unlocking new opportunities in investment, innovation, culture, sports, science, and education.
Bakayev expressed gratitude for France’s support in facilitating visa negotiations between Kazakhstan and the European Union, which would bolster business, educational, and cultural ties.
Emphasizing the strategic partnership between the two nations, Bakayev also acknowledged France’s role in migration management. Patrick Stefanini, the Special Representative of the French Interior Minister, proposed further strengthening cooperation in legal migration, particularly in supporting young scientists, specialists, and students.
Both parties affirmed their commitment to developing strategic cooperation, launching educational programs, and improving mobility conditions for citizens between Kazakhstan and France.
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