Kazakh President meets WCO Secretary General

Kazakh President meets WCO Secretary General

Kazakhstan is consistently developing a smart border model by deploying digital solutions to streamline customs procedures. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said this during a meeting with Ian Saunders, Secretary General of the World Customs Organization, at the Akorda residence. The Head of State emphasized that Kazakhstan is strengthening Eurasia’s transport connectivity and creating favorable conditions for cargo transit. For his part, Ian Saunders highly praised Kazakhstan’s efforts to improve customs administration and introduce modern digital solutions. The two sides also discussed new challenges and trends in global trade. Particular attention was paid to prospects for expanding trade and economic ties and strengthening Central Asia’s transport and logistics potential. Following the meeting, President Tokayev awarded Ian Saunders the Order of Dostyk, 2nd Class, for his contribution to strengthening partnership and friendship.