At the initiative of the Kazakh side, the first meeting of the Charge d'affaires of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Afghanistan G. I. Akbasov with the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan Sh.A. Stanikzai took place.

Kabul city, December 4 - On the initiative of the Kazakh side, the first meeting of the Charge d'affaires of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Afghanistan G. I. Akbasov with the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan Sh. A. Stanikzai took place.

At the beginning of the meeting, G. Abbasov, introducing himself as the new Head of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Afghanistan, confirmed the country's commitment to the accelerated development of bilateral cooperation based on the interests of the peoples of the two states, equality, respect and mutual benefit.

In turn, S. A. Stanikzai warmly welcomed the newly appointed head of the diplomatic mission. He drew attention to the fact that Kazakhstan and Afghanistan are fraternal countries with deep historical and cultural ties. Stanikzai thanked the Republic of Kazakhstan for appointing a new head of the Embassy and expressed confidence that this measure will have a positive impact on strengthening and developing bilateral relations and new ties.

The head of the Kazakh mission noted that Kazakhstan understands the desire of the current leadership of Afghanistan for economic development and ensuring a decent life for citizens.

Abbasov said that today Kazakhstan is one of the ten main trading partners of Afghanistan. Our country has traditionally imported Kazakh grain and flour and assured that it continues to be a supplier of these goods to the Afghan market. In addition, the Kazakh side expressed its readiness to support the creation of joint ventures. Sh. A. Stanikzai noted the interest in the development of deposits in Afghanistan and the participation of Kazakhstani companies in this event. The Afghan side expressed hope that Kazakhstan will share its experience and technologies in the field of mining. He noted the stable security situation and a good investment climate. In this regard, Kazakhstani companies and entrepreneurs were invited to the country.

In turn, G. Akbasov said that in 2023, with the support of the Government, he opened a "trading house" of Kazakhstan in Herat. In bilateral relations, the realization of economic potential will be beneficial for both countries.

At the end of the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their interest in developing bilateral relations aimed at strengthening and developing cooperation between the two countries.