Once, he dreamed of the stars and even studied astronomy, but life led him to diplomacy. Nicolaas Schermers, the Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Kazakhstan, shares his experiences meeting the people of Aral, his impressions of the majestic mountains of Almaty, and how strengthening ties between Kazakhstan and the Netherlands has become a vital part of his mission.
The Netherlands' expertise in water management helps Kazakhstan combat flooding, while cultural exchanges and agricultural projects open new avenues for cooperation. But for Nico Schermers, diplomacy is not just about politics and economics. It is, above all, about people and their stories.
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