Kazakh Ambassador to Singapore presented credentials to the Governor-General of New Zealand

On June 30, 2020, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Singapore and New Zealand Arken Arystanov presented his credentials to Governor-General of New Zealand Patsy Reddy.

For the first time in the history of both countries, the ceremony was held online. During the conversation, on behalf of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the Ambassador conveyed the best wishes to Governor-General Reddy and the people of New Zealand.

Ambassador Arystanov pointed out that this year, Kazakhstan and New Zealand celebrated the 28th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations. Since their establishment, relations between the two countries have been based on common interests and display significant potential for their further expansion. Kazakhstan seeks to enhance trade and economic cooperation, as well as communication between people. The Government of Kazakhstan is particularly interested in the reforms of the public sector, effective economic management and human capital development in New Zealand. Further cooperation in climate protection, renewable energy, agriculture and technology transfer also have great potential.

In turn, Governor-General Reddy congratulated Kazakhstan on its large-scale political and economic achievements, noting the friendly and constructive nature of relations between the two countries. In her speech, the Governor-General also emphasized mutual interest in expanding trade, economic and investment partnerships as well as enhancing cooperation on the multilateral track. Governor-General Reddy expressed hope for the earliest end to the pandemic and invited the Kazakh Ambassador to visit New Zealand on February 6, 2021, Waitangi Day, the national day of New Zealand.