ASTANA, Kazakhstan, April 11. President of
Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and President of Uzbekistan
Shavkat Mirziyoyev agreed to adopt a roadmap between the
governments of the two countries aimed at further developing trade
and economic cooperation, Trend reports via the press service of the Kazakh
president.
The agreement was reached following talks between the two
leaders in Uzbekistan's Bukhara.
During the meeting, the presidents reaffirmed their strategic
commitment to deepening economic partnership. They also agreed to
strengthen coordination between their governments to achieve
concrete targets in trade and industrial cooperation, highlighting
the importance of systematic support for businesses and encouraging
greater economic activity.
The presidents discussed in detail cooperation in the extraction
and processing of rare earth metals, as well as in transit and
transport, water and energy sectors, and the IT industry. Special
attention was given to strengthening cultural and humanitarian ties
and developing tourism.
In addition, Tokayev supported Mirziyoyev’s “Clean Air”
initiative, noting its relevance for Kazakhstan’s major cities.
“Our situation in Almaty is quite difficult. Unfortunately,
Almaty has been included among the most polluted major cities in
the world, and urgent measures are needed. If you do not mind, we
could propose today the joint implementation of the ‘Clean Air’
initiative under the patronage of the presidents and carried out by
the governments of our countries. I believe that the public in our
states and the international community will respond positively.
Indeed, much can be achieved within this initiative. It will
encourage both local authorities and businesses to act more
responsibly in protecting the environment,” Tokayev said.
