ASTANA, Kazakhstan, April 28. Six memorandums
of cooperation were signed between Kazakh and Czech companies
following the Kazakhstan-Czech business forum in Astana, Trend reports via the Kazakh
government.
The agreements provide for the creation of joint ventures in
energy, transport, mechanical engineering, insurance, and other
sectors.
In his opening remarks, Kazakhstan’s Prime Minister Olzhas
Bektenov stressed that strengthening dialogue with businesses and
investors remains a top priority for the country.
“I am pleased to see strong representation of Kazakh and Czech
companies today. By leveraging each other’s strengths and exploring
new areas of cooperation, we can build a mutually beneficial
partnership,” Bektenov said.
Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, in turn, highlighted
Kazakhstan’s strategic importance.
“Kazakhstan is not only a bridge between continents, but also a
global hub for innovation and strategic investment. Our relations
are built on a solid foundation of mutual respect and a proven
track record of successful projects. Interest in Kazakhstan is a
long-term strategic priority for us,” he said.
It was reported that Czech companies expressed interest in
expanding cooperation and strengthening their presence in
Kazakhstan. Among notable examples, Škoda Auto has launched a $8.2
million car assembly project.
In the energy sector, cooperation between ČEZ and Kazakhstan’s
national atomic company Kazatomprom was highlighted as a promising
area, particularly within the framework of a previously signed
long-term uranium supply agreement.
