Preparations for the First Central Asia–Republic of Korea Summit Discussed in Astana

Astana, July 31, 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issagaliyev participated in the 3rd Senior Officials' Meeting held in preparation for the First Central Asia–Republic of Korea Summit.

The participants discussed organizational and protocol-related aspects of the upcoming Summit, as well as exchanged views on the substantive agenda of the meeting.

Particular attention was paid to further strengthening multilateral cooperation between the Central Asian states and the Republic of Korea, including collaboration in the areas of trade and economy, energy, digitalization, and water resources.

During the meeting, Arman Issagaliyev emphasized that thorough preparation for the Summit is of key importance, as it will serve as an important platform for developing and advancing joint initiatives aimed at strengthening regional cooperation, promoting sustainable development, and expanding mutually beneficial partnership.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the participants reaffirmed their readiness to continue close coordination to ensure the successful preparation and holding of the Summit.

On the sidelines of the meeting, Deputy Minister Issagaliyev also held separate talks with Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea Chung Eui-hae.

The parties discussed current issues of Kazakhstan–Korea cooperation and prospects for further strengthening bilateral relations, reaffirming their mutual interest in maintaining the high momentum of political dialogue and implementing joint initiatives.