
Nur-Sultan, July 19, 2021 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Yerlan Alimbayev held a meeting with Italian Ambassador Pasquale D'Avino due to the completion of his diplomatic mission in our country.
The Kazakh diplomat stressed the effective work of the Ambassador on strengthening bilateral economic relations during his stay in Kazakhstan.
The parties discussed the positive momentum of regular interaction between the foreign ministers and discussed plans for organizing mutual visits at the high and highest levels.
Taking into account the significant bilateral trade volume and direct Italian investments in Kazakhstan, special emphasis was placed on the need to further deepen bilateral trade, economic and investment cooperation. In this context, the parties noted the role of the Kazakh-Italian Intergovernmental Working Group on Industrial and Economic Cooperation, which is an effective tool for the development of bilateral economic collaboration.
According to the parties, the opening of the Institute of Culture of Italy in Almaty, which is scheduled for 2022, will contribute to the development of cultural and humanitarian relations and the rapprochement of the peoples of the two countries.
At the end of the conversation, Yerlan Alimbayev wished the Italian diplomat success in his future activities, noting that he will always be a welcome guest in Kazakhstan.