Kazakhstan, Slovakia Expand Strategic Ties During Fico's Visit
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev welcomed Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico in Astana on June 11, highlighting Slovakia as a reliable European partner. Tokayev noted the visit would boost bilateral relations and economic cooperation, which totaled $140 million in 2024. Over 30 Slovak companies and 22 joint ventures currently operate in Kazakhstan.
Talks focused on expanding ties in energy, industry, agriculture, logistics, digitalization, and education. Tokayev expressed interest in Slovakia’s expertise in water resource management. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to deepening trade and addressing international and regional issues.
“Kazakhstan and Slovakia are linked by close relations. We are implementing large-scale projects. I believe that there are opportunities that have yet to be properly explored and developed in the future. Therefore, we attach great importance to your visit and believe that it will contribute to the development of cooperation between the two countries,” said Tokayev.
“We highly value our relations with your country and consider Slovakia to be one of Kazakhstan’s key partners in the European Union. Therefore, as President, I will do everything possible to expand and deepen our ties in a wide range of areas,” he added.
In turn, the Prime Minister of Slovakia expressed his commitment to give new impetus to bilateral relations and to strengthen trade and economic ties with Kazakhstan.
“I would like to confirm that there are no political differences between our countries, so we can fully focus on mutually beneficial economic relations and friendship. Today, we will discuss several projects that are very important and interesting for both sides. I am confident that the visit will be very successful,” said Fico.
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