Kazakhstan and Belgium have agreed to step up cooperation. Key areas include transport and logistics, critical minerals, energy, industry, agriculture, biotechnology, space technology and digitalization. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and King Philippe held a joint press briefing and shared the outcomes of their productive talks with the media.
«Belgium is among Kazakhstan’s leading investment partners, with over 15 billion dollars invested in our economy since 2005. I welcome the participation of representatives of many leading Belgian businesses in this historic visit. This clearly demonstrates Belgium’s confidence in Kazakhstan’s economic potential. Our government will continue to create favorable conditions for Belgian investors to expand their presence and pursue new opportunities in Kazakhstan. Their full and timely implementation will be under my personal monitoring and control,» Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted.
The two sides also intend to strengthen cultural and humanitarian ties. Areas of interest include the development of joint educational programs and academic exchanges, as well as exhibitions showcasing the traditions and artistic heritage of both countries. During the talks, the parties also exchanged views on pressing international issues and emphasized Kazakhstan and Belgium’s commitment to international law. They reaffirmed the importance of Kazakhstan’s strategic partnership with the European Union embodied in the agreements signed during Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s recent visit to Brussels. King Philippe of the Belgians, in turn, thanked the President of Kazakhstan for the warm welcome, noting that the two countries had built strong ties over the past thirty years. The monarch also highlighted Kazakhstan’s growing standing on the international stage and dynamic growth across all sectors of the economy.
«The continuing transformation of Kazakhstan into a world player is impressive. Only recently, the Kazakh people cemented constitutional reform reflecting new ambitions for the country. By all standards, Kazakhstan is today a modern society built on ancient foundations and honored traditions. With a well-educated population, a large middle class, and a state-of-the-art infrastructure, Kazakhstan is ready to tackle the challenges of the future. It is at the forefront of digitalization,» King Philippe said.
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