Kazakh, Russian presidents hold phone talks on bilateral relations

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation to discuss the state of and prospects for Kazakhstan–Russia relations.

“The presidents discussed the current state of and prospects for the further development of multifaceted Kazakhstan–Russia relations in a traditionally friendly and trusting atmosphere,” a statement by Akorda, Kazakh presidential press service, said.

The two leaders praised the consistent implementation of agreements reached at the highest level. They also gave a positive assessment to ongoing efforts to deepen cultural and humanitarian ties and underscored the importance of advancing joint scientific and educational initiatives.

President Tokayev reaffirmed his invitation for President Putin to make a state visit to Kazakhstan.

The conversation also included an exchange of views on key international and regional issues.

By Vafa Guliyeva