Kazakhstan plans to export grain to Egypt and other Arab states

Kazakhstan plans to export grain to Egypt and other Arab states

Kazakhstan plans to expand grain exports to new destinations, including markets in Egypt and other Arab countries, Minister of Agriculture Aidarbek Saparov announced. According to him, the country’s grain reserves currently stand at 20 million tonnes, with 12 million tonnes designated for export. Of this amount, 5 million tonnes have already been shipped abroad.

«New markets are opening up, and we are currently exporting through Russia and the Baltic countries. Furthermore, we plan to enter new markets, including Egypt and other Arab states. We are scheduled to travel there on February 17 for a working visit to sign an agreement,» said Saparov.