Chinese President Xi Jinping and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev reaffirmed their nations' strategic partnership during high-level talks in Astana on Monday, underscoring three decades of diplomatic relations built on mutual economic interests and regional stability.
The leaders discussed expanding cooperation in energy, transportation, and digital innovation, with Xi highlighting Kazakhstan's pivotal role in the Belt and Road Initiative. Tokayev praised Chinese investments creating over 15,000 local jobs, while both sides agreed to boost agricultural trade and cultural exchanges.
This year marks the 30th anniversary of China-Kazakhstan diplomatic ties, with bilateral trade reaching $31.5 billion in 2023. Analysts note the partnership's growing significance in Central Asian security frameworks and Eurasian connectivity projects.
