The Ambassador of Kazakhstan presented letters of credence to the President of Russia

MOSCOW, February 5, 2020, - Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Russian Federation Yermek Kosherbayev presented his letters of credence to President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin.

In his welcoming speech, the Russian leader called the relations between Russia and Kazakhstan an example of reliable strategic partnership and allied cooperation. 

“Bilateral collaboration is based on solid historical, cultural and spiritual bonds between our nations. We appreciate the current level of trust and collaboration with the leaders of Kazakhstan. Last year, we held nine meetings with President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. And, of course, we maintain close contacts with our good friend Nursultan Nazarbayev”,emphasized President Putin.

The Russian President reminded that sustainable integration within the Eurasian Economic Union continues to develop largely through joint efforts of Russia and Kazakhstan. According to him, trade and economic relations between the two countries are expanding in all areas, including industry, energy and investment. 

“Russia and Kazakhstan closely coordinate their approaches to matters on the international agenda. It is common knowledge that our Kazakhstani partners provided a venue for launching the Astana negotiating process to achieve a Syrian peace settlement”, noted President Putin.

In total, on this day during a ceremony held in the Alexander Hall of the Grand Kremlin Palace, ambassadors of 23 foreign countries including the USA, Germany, the UK, France, China, Iran, Australia, Swede, and others presented letters of credence.