At the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia discussed issues of bilateral relations

On September 9, 2021, on the initiative of the Embassy, it was organizer to meeting with the Under-Secretary of State - Political Director of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia Andžejs Viļumsons.

During the meeting, bilateral relations issues and activity of two countries on international platforms, including mutual support for initiatives within the framework of the UN and the OSCE, were discussed in detail.

The parties noted the consistent and progressive development of Kazakh-Latvian relations. A.Viļumsons confirmed interest of Latvia to increase of economic cooperation between two countries. This process is facilitated by the activities of the Intergovernmental Commission on Economic, Scientific and Technical Cooperation. The next meeting is going to be in Kazakhstan.

The Ambassador of Kazakhstan focused the interlocutor's attention to the reforms carried out in the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as the State of the Nation Address by President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev entitled «Unity of the people and systemic reforms are a solid foundation for the nation’s prosperity». The initiatives proposed by the President of Kazakhstan are aimed at the post-pandemic development of the country, focusing on areas such as healthcare system effectiveness, ensuring quality education, regional policy improvement, formation of an effective ecosystem in the labour market, political modernisation, protection of human rights and consolidation of society.

At the end of the meeting, the parties agreed to maintain working contacts and continue regular exchange of views on topical issues on the bilateral agenda.