On September 15, 2020, H.E. Mr. B. Aryn, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Saudi Arabia, visited the Saudi Center for Research and Intercommunication Knowledge in Riyadh (CRIK)

On September 15, 2020, H.E. Mr. Berik Aryn, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Saudi Arabia, visited the Saudi Center for Research and Intercommunication Knowledge in Riyadh (CRIK), where he met with the Chairman of the Center, Dr. Yahya Mahmoud bin Junaid.

During the meeting, Dr. Yahya bin Junaid presented the Center’s activities and expressed interest in establishing cooperation with Kazakh centers and universities. He also introduced the leading experts of the Center specializing in various fields and regions of the world. Besides, several research projects prepared by this Center were showcased to the Kazakh diplomat.

In his turn, Ambassador Berik Aryn briefed on the Kazakh program “Rukhani Zhagyru” and elaborated on anniversary events held in Kazakhstan this year – the 1150^th Anniversary of the philosopher-scientist Abu Nasser al-Farabi and the 175^th Anniversary of famous Kazakh poet and thinker Abai.

In this regard, the parties discussed further steps on establishing cooperation between the CRIK and Kazakh research institutes. The parties also agreed to organize different joint events, such as seminars and round tables, including the dedicated to those mentioned above prominent Kazakh figures’ life and heritage.

The Center for Research and Intercommunication Knowledge was established in January 2016 in Riyadh and specialized in the research, analysis, and forecasting in politics, international relations, and culture. CRIK is engaged in publishing and exchanging knowledge through the organization of joint programs, conferences, and exhibitions with foreign think tank centers.