Issues of interregional cooperation were discussed at the Sofia municipality

Sofia, February 28, 2023 – In order to further develop interregional ties between Kazakhstan and Bulgaria, Ambassador Viktor Temirbayev held a meeting with Sofia Mayor Yordanka Fandakova.

During the meeting, the interlocutors noted the special role of interregional cooperation in the progressive development of trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian ties, and also discussed topical issues on the bilateral agenda.  In particular, in order to increase the awareness of our country and the capital of Kazakhstan among Bulgarian citizens, the interlocutors exchanged ideas for the improvement of one of the streets of the central part of Sofia, named after Astana.

In addition, HE V.Temirbayev informed about plans to increase cooperation on the economic track and, taking the opportunity, invited the Mayor of the capital and subordinate organizations to participate in the presentation of the investment climate of Kazakhstan and promising project niches in the second half of April 2023 at the site of the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, as well as visit the Astana International Forum on June 8-9, 2023 in Astana.

In turn, Y.Fandakova confirmed her principled readiness for practical cooperation at the interregional level, welcoming the idea of establishing twinning ties between the capitals and assuring of her continued support for initiatives to further strengthen mutually beneficial partnership.

In addition, during the conversation, the Kazakh diplomat informed with the main reforms in the framework of the ongoing political modernization of state institutions in our country, including the upcoming parliamentary elections on March 19, 2023.

At the end of the meeting, the parties agreed to maintain working contacts on all topical issues.