When Neighbours Are Friends

At the official meeting, the Heads of the two regions have discussed the issue of interregional cooperation. The Head of the Altai Territory characterized the Pavlodar-Altaic relations as standard, noting that cooperation between the two neighbouring regions has never been limited to trade and economic relations only.

“We have very good traditions in the humanitarian sphere,” – said Alexander Karlin. – “In the Altai Territory medicine is highly developed, and we can provide highly qualified medical care to citizens of neighbouring countries too.”

In his greeting speech, the Akim of Pavlodar Oblast noted that in the Altai Territory the agro-industrial complex, machine building, chemical industry are developed, and it is possible to start implementing joint projects in these areas. Also, Bulat Bakauov expressed interest in cooperation in tourism.

“The Altai Territory is rightly considered the leading tourist region of Russia,” – he said. – “Our travel agencies plan to take part in the VISIT ALTAI large-scale International Forum in late April.”

In the Altai Territory, Pavlodar delegation will visit Sibenergomash BKZ, boiler plant, AgroCentre, agricultural machinery plant and South Siberia, plant for processing sunflower.