Russia-Kazakhstan talks begin in Astana

By Alperen Aktas

ISTANBUL (AA) - Russian and Kazakh officials launched high-level talks in Astana on Thursday, focusing on trade, economic, and cultural cooperation, with the participation of Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and his Kazakh counterpart Olzhas Bektenov.

Discussions are centered on key joint projects in energy, industry, transport, education, and culture, according to the Russian state news agency TASS.

The negotiations cover a range of issues, including scientific and technical collaboration, reflecting the long-standing strategic partnership between the two countries.

Mishustin arrived in Kazakhstan on Wednesday for a three-day working visit, and is set to meet with Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on Thursday.