Kazakhstan Strengthens Cooperation with Westland – the Global Capital of Greenhouse Agriculture

Westland, Netherlands – January 23, 2025 – Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to the Netherlands, Kairat Abdrakhmanov, met with the Mayor of Westland, Bouke Arends.

During the meeting, the Kazakh diplomat expressed his gratitude for the mayor’s 2023 visit to Kazakhstan, which marked the first visit by a Dutch municipal head to the country. This milestone opened new opportunities for strengthening cooperation, including through agreements aimed at increasing the number of Dutch companies in Kazakhstan.

Special attention was given to Westland’s role as a global leader in innovations and sustainable greenhouse agriculture. The Ambassador emphasized Kazakhstan’s interest in adopting advanced technologies to enhance the efficiency of agricultural production and strengthen global food security.

The parties also discussed details of upcoming visits to the Netherlands by Kazakh delegations, which include plans to visit key facilities in Westland, such as the World Horti Center. B. Arends expressed his readiness to facilitate these visits to ensure fruitful exchanges of knowledge and experience.

Additionally, the parties explored potential cooperation in several other economic sectors. The Ambassador highlighted the strategic importance of diversifying cooperation beyond traditional industries, aligning with President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s vision for economic transformation and sustainable development.

In conclusion, K. Abdrakhmanov thanked B. Arends for his ongoing support and emphasized the importance of further strengthening ties between Kazakhstan and Westland. This meeting reaffirmed the strong and growing partnership between Kazakhstan and the Netherlands, demonstrating their shared commitment to innovation, sustainability, and mutual prosperity.