Kazakh Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov met with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi as part of his official visit to Iran. During his speech, Smailov conveyed greetings from President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and emphasized that the development of bilateral relations continues to be a top priority on Kazakhstan’s agenda. The parties discussed the development of trade and economic, cross-border, and investment cooperation, as well as the implementation of initiatives in the cultural and humanitarian spheres. It is noteworthy that the first session of the Kazakhstan-Iran Working Group on Agriculture will be held in Tehran this year to promote cooperation in the agricultural sector. In addition, it was decided to appoint a special trade representative of Kazakhstan in Iran to enhance bilateral trade relations.
