Mutual trade between Kazakhstan and Russia has reached
nearly $30 billion. Russia remains one of the largest investors in Kazakhstan’s
economy, with investments totaling $28.5 billion over the past 20 years, and
more than $2 billion attracted in the first nine months of last year.
Kazakhstan, in turn, has invested around $9 billion in the Russian economy.
Issues related to the development of trade, economic, and investment
cooperation were discussed by Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov and Russian
Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, who arrived in Astana for a working visit. The
parties also addressed the implementation of projects in the industrial,
energy, and transport sectors. Particular attention was paid to the
environmental agenda, including the preservation of the Caspian Sea ecosystem
and the development of joint environmental initiatives. Additionally, Mikhail
Mishustin extended his congratulations to the people of Kazakhstan on the
adoption of the new Constitution. Following the talks, both sides confirmed
their commitment to further expanding cooperation.
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