The second Central Asia-China Summit was held in Astana, Kazakhstan, marked by the official visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping. The event began with a welcoming ceremony at Astana International Airport, featuring cultural performances and greetings from local children. President Xi was received by Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, and the two leaders held bilateral talks at the Akorda Presidential Palace. Both emphasized the strength and strategic importance of the Chinese-Kazakh partnership, highlighting rapid growth in trade, energy, and technological cooperation.
The summit also brought together the leaders of Central Asian nations, who collectively signed the Astana Declaration and a treaty on perpetual good neighborliness, friendship, and cooperation. The discussions underscored regional priorities such as economic integration, peace, and joint efforts against transnational threats.
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