Deputy Akim of region received Consul General of Turkey in Aktau

Today, Deputy Akim of the region Marat Murziyev met with the Consul General of the Turkish Republic in the city of Aktau Sabri Alptekin.

Welcoming the guest, Marat Murziyev noted that long-term fraternal, trade and economic relations were fruitful for both sides and expressed readiness for further cooperation.

“Today, over 120 companies with Turkish capital operate in the Atyrau region. Trade turnover between the region and Turkey this year amounted to 1 billion US dollars. In addition to oil and gas, there are many other types of industry in the region. We plan to increase their level of development. In particular, a lot of work can be done in the field of tourism,” M. Murziyev noted.

At the meeting, issues of investment prospects for the Atyrau region, development of tourism and education, and strengthening friendly relations were discussed.

In turn, the Consul General expressed gratitude to the Deputy Akim of the region, Marat Murziyev, and spoke about the opportunities for Kazakh students studying in Turkey.

“In addition to trade, energy and tourism, it is necessary to pay attention to the education sector. The number of students studying in Turkey is growing day by day. We have a government scholarship program. According to it, Kazakhstan is provided with many quotas,” S. Alptekin noted.

For reference: foreign trade turnover between the Atyrau region and Turkey in January-July 2023 amounted to 1.0 billion US dollars.