Russian, Kazakh presidents hold six-hour private talks, strengthening bilateral ties

During his state visit to Kazakhstan, Russian President Vladimir Putin engaged in an extensive six-hour private conversation with his Kazakh counterpart Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, underscoring the depth of bilateral relations.

Russian ambassador to Kazakhstan, Alexey Borodavkin, disclosed this detail at the forum "Moscow - Astana: Creative Cities," Caliber.Az reports per foreign Russian media.

Putin’s visit to Astana on November 27-28 marked a significant moment in Russia-Kazakhstan relations, with the two leaders signing nearly 20 documents aimed at strengthening their partnership across various sectors. These agreements were the culmination of official discussions, but it was the extended one-on-one dialogue between the two heads of state that highlighted the personal rapport they share.

Ambassador Borodavkin emphasized that the lengthy private talks, which lasted around six hours, demonstrate the robust communication between the two leaders. He noted that such a lengthy and informal conversation is indicative of the mutual trust and the importance both presidents place on bilateral relations.

The visit was described as being notably cordial, with Putin receiving a warm reception in Kazakhstan's capital, further solidifying the close ties between the two nations. The six-hour meeting, as mentioned by Borodavkin, reinforces the notion that the Russian and Kazakh leadership have much to discuss, and it reflects the strategic importance of their bilateral interactions.

On November 27, presidents Putin and Tokayev signed a joint statement aimed at deepening  strategic partnership. The leaders emphasized that the relationship between Moscow and Astana is progressing and has gained irreversible momentum.  

Earlier, President Putin discussed the development of new oil and gas transit routes through Kazakhstan.

By Vafa Guliyeva