Chinese President Xi Jinping joined leaders from five Central Asian nations in Astana on Tuesday for the second China-Central Asia Summit, reinforcing Beijing's commitment to deepening economic integration and security coordination across Eurasia.
The gathering marked a significant step in implementing joint infrastructure projects under the Belt and Road Initiative, with new agreements signed on cross-border transportation corridors and energy partnerships. "Our cooperation model respects each nation's development path while creating shared prosperity," Xi stated during the plenary session.
Analysts highlight the summit's focus on stabilizing regional supply chains amid global uncertainties, with particular attention to agricultural technology transfers and renewable energy investments. Kazakhstan's hosting of the event underscores its strategic role as a hub connecting Chinese markets to European and Middle Eastern networks.
