Slovakia Interested in Deepening Economic Cooperation with Kazakhstan

Bratislava, March 13, 2025 – Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to Slovakia, Zhanna Saginova, met with Vladimír Šimoňák, State Secretary of the Ministry of Economy of the Slovak Republic and Co-Chair of the Kazakhstan-Slovakia Intergovernmental Commission on Economic and Scientific-Technical Cooperation.

During the meeting, both sides acknowledged the steady development of bilateral relations, which is facilitated by a trust-based political dialogue and active engagement at the highest and high levels.

In the discussion on trade and economic cooperation, the importance of implementing the agreements from the 10th session of the Intergovernmental Commission, held on October 3, 2024, in Astana, was emphasized.

Ambassador Saginova briefed Mr. Šimoňák on the outcomes of the February meeting of the IGC Working Group on Forestry. Special attention was given to potential cooperation in energy, transport and logistics, agriculture, IT services, critical raw materials, education, and tourism, which open new opportunities for mutually beneficial partnerships.

Mr. Šimoňák highlighted that the Slovak side highly values Kazakhstan’s impressive achievements under the leadership of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in building a Just Kazakhstan, aimed at improving the well-being of its people. "This is an inspiring example for us, and Slovakia is interested in deepening economic cooperation with Kazakhstan," stated the State Secretary.

The parties also discussed upcoming events, including high-level visits and Slovakia’s participation in the Astana International Forum 2025, which will serve as a platform for shaping the agenda of a new era of multilateralism and diplomacy.

At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to continuing a constructive dialogue aimed at strengthening Kazakhstan-Slovakia relations in all areas.