Kazakh Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu visited Afghanistan for discussions aimed at strengthening economic cooperation between the two countries. During his working visit, Nurtleu met with Abdul Ghani Baradar, Afghanistan’s Acting Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, where they discussed enhancing ties in critical areas such as trade, transit, agriculture, geological exploration, and digitalization. The discussions culminated in the signing of a significant memorandum focusing on developing railway connectivity between Central and South Asia.<\/p>\n
Minister Nurtleu emphasized that Kazakhstan views Afghanistan as a historically and geographically important partner, deeply linked to the broader Central Asian region. He expressed Kazakhstan\u2019s commitment to fostering trust and encouraging greater collaboration, underscoring the strategic significance Afghanistan holds within Kazakhstan’s regional policies.<\/p>\n
For his part, Deputy Prime Minister Baradar highlighted the considerable potential for greater partnership between Kabul and Astana. He described Kazakhstan as a recognized regional leader in Central Asia, noting Afghanistan’s eagerness to advance joint infrastructure projects. These initiatives, he stated, would play a critical role in driving employment opportunities for Afghans, thereby contributing positively to the country’s economy and stability.<\/p>\n
Following their discussions, representatives from both sides formalized their cooperation through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding. This agreement outlines key principles guiding the construction and operational management of a new railway connecting Central Asia and South Asia, marking an essential step towards enhanced regional trade, connectivity, and economic integration.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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