A reception was held in Bern to mark the Republic Day of Kazakhstan

Bern, December 8, 2022 - The Embassy of Kazakhstan in Switzerland organized a reception on the occasion of the Republic Day and the 30^th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Kazakhstan and Switzerland.

The event was attended by heads of divisions of the Swiss Federal department of foreign affairs, employees of other state structures of the country, representatives of the expert community, business and academic circles, diplomatic corps, and the media.

In his opening speech, Ambassador of Kazakhstan Kairat Sarzhanov informed the guests about the results of the early presidential elections held in Kazakhstan and the ongoing reforms aimed at the political, economic and energy infrastructure modernization of the country. Special attention was paid to the potential of trade, economic and investment partnership between Kazakhstan and Switzerland, particularly to the prospects for bilateral cooperation in the field of transport and logistics, mechanical engineering, agriculture and green projects. He noted the successful cooperation between the two countries on international platforms, and congratulated Switzerland on its election as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for the 2023-2024 period.

The guest of honor of the evening, Head of the Eurasian Division of the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Anna Ifkowitz congratulated the Kazakh people on the Republic Day, and highlighted the progressive nature of the Kazakh-Swiss relations, noting the potential for further strengthening cooperation.

The guests were presented with tourist videos about Kazakhstan to the accompaniment of national music and with the "Undiscovered Kazakhstan" photo exhibition - vibrant works of talented young photographers, reflecting the scenic landscapes and culture of Kazakhstan.

Soprano performance and piano playing were part of the musical program of the evening.