Kazakhstan and Germany Strengthen Foreign Policy Dialogue

Berlin, 2 December 2025 – Deputy Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov visited Berlin for political talks with Germany’s Federal Foreign Office, led by Niklas Wagner, Special Envoy for Cooperation with Eastern Europe, the Caucasusand Central Asia.

The discussions reviewed progress in 2025 and identified priorities for closer cooperation across politics, trade, culture, humanitarian initiatives, and regional affairs. Key topics included environmental protection, climate adaptation, water management, and joint projects under the Central Asia–Germany Strategic Regional Partnership (C5+1).

Deputy Minister A.Issetov met with D.Mutter, Political Director at the German Foreign Office, to explore further collaboration within the C5+1 framework.

He also held meetings with Bundestag member Ch.Görke, Chairof the Parliamentary Friendship Group for Relations with the States of Central Asia, and M.Harms, Co-Chair of the Kazakh-German Business Council and Director of theEastern Committee of the German Economy. They discussed strengthening parliamentary ties, expanding trade and investment, and encouraging German companies to invest in key sectors of Kazakhstan’s economy. Both sides underlined their commitment to a long-term partnership.

The visit included the 45th session of the Berlin Eurasian Club, themed «Dialogue and Trust: Media and Expert Communication on Kazakhstan». Participants highlighted the importance of expert networks and media in reflecting Kazakhstan’s reforms and socio-economic progress. A. Issetov emphasized the country’s achievements in modernizing public administration and confirmed Kazakhstan’s readiness for constructive international engagement.

The visit concluded with a joint commitment to maintain regular dialogue, deepen bilateral and regional ties, and advance initiatives that strengthen the strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and Germany.