BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 3. There is significant
untapped potential for expanding bilateral interaction and
cooperation across a wide spectrum of areas between Kazakhstan and
Cyprus, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said during small-format
negotiations with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides in
Astana, Trend reports
via the press service of Kazakh president.
Reviewing the diplomatic milestones achieved since 2019, Tokayev
emphasized the successful establishment of embassies in both
capitals and the expansion of logistics infrastructure.
"Today, it can be said with confidence that we have managed to
achieve significant results. We have opened embassies in the
capitals of our states. Direct flights have been launched between
the two countries, and a number of other important initiatives have
been implemented," Tokayev said.
Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, who arrived in the
Kazakh capital accompanied by a representative corporate business
delegation, noted the symbolic and economic importance of the newly
established transit link.
"I am very glad that I arrived in your country on the first
direct flight from Cyprus, accompanied by a representative business
delegation. Our countries have significant potential. I expect that
today's talks will contribute to the expansion of bilateral
cooperation," Christodoulides said.
He also highlighted that his official visit carries additional
strategic weight due to Cyprus's current institutional role within
European political frameworks.
"At the same time, I am visiting Kazakhstan in a different
capacity as well. Currently, my country holds the presidency of the
Council of the European Union. Given the importance of this region,
and especially Kazakhstan, I am also ready to discuss ways to
further develop cooperation between the European Union and
Kazakhstan," the Cypriot President added.
