Ambassador of Kazakhstan held a meeting with Lithuanian Vice Minister of Internal Affairs

Vilnius, February 6, 2024 - Ambassador of Kazakhstan Timur Urazaev discussed with the Vice Minister of Internal Affairs of Lithuania Arnoldas Abramavichus prospects for the development of cooperation between the competent authorities of the two countries in the legal field.

The Vice Minister noted that Kazakhstan is an important partner for Lithuania and the European Union in many areas of cooperation, including law enforcement and rules for foreign citizens staying in the country. The Lithuanian authorities positively assess the prospects for further cooperation through constructive dialogue. This is facilitated by the established legal framework which includes 6 key agreements in the legal field between the countries.

Both sides confirmed their interest in intensifying cooperation on issues of combating organized crime, corruption, money laundering, criminal prosecution and extradition of persons hiding abroad, and the return of illegally withdrawn assets to the Republic of Kazakhstan. It was agreed to continue assistance in considering international orders for legal assistance, as well as protecting the rights and interests of Kazakh citizens abroad.

The Lithuanian side confirms its readiness to hold consultations with Kazakh colleagues in the exchange of experience to improve the skills of law enforcement officers in areas of interest.

The Kazakh diplomat expressed gratitude to the Lithuanian side for its continued support of the Kazakh proposal to simplify visa requirements within the European Union.

The Lithuanian side noted with satisfaction the increase in the number of Kazakhstani citizens entering the country to work. Measures aimed at ensuring the rights and interests of Kazakhstanis in Lithuania, both labor migrants and undergraduate and graduate students studying at universities were explained.