Italy views Kazakhstan as a crucial strategic partner.

Revamped Conversation at the Astana International Forum

Blast from the Past: Last week, our site carried the scoop on a powwow between Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the big cheese of Kazakhstan, and Giorgia Meloni, the Prime Minister of Italy, as per Akorda's report.

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev:

Your visit here this time around is more than just a casual drop-in. It's a significant event in our bilateral cooperation. We hold this relationship in high regard, and we're keen on bolstering our friendship and mutual trust. It's no fluke that Italy serves as Kazakhstan's third-largest trading partner in the EU, and the biggest in the continent. I'm certain we should keep the momentum going. I mean, your visit is expected to provide a significant impetus to the ongoing cooperation between our two countries, - beamed the President of Kazakhstan.

Giorgia Meloni:

permit me to give thanks for the invite and the heartfelt welcome, as well as for granting me the chance to graciously speak at the Astana International Forum, which is rapidly turning into a potent platform for discussions. We consider Kazakhstan a cornerstone partner for Italy, and this region as a crucial hub. Dialogue matters, and you're well aware of that. Kazakhstan is an essential collaborator for Italy in numerous sectors. Our collaborative efforts have always been quite fruitful. But, as I mentioned yesterday, we could push the envelope further, from energy to culture, university collaboration, and strengthening our bonds, - underscored the Prime Minister of Italy.*

In the course of their chat, the pair talked over the potential for expanding trade, economic, and investment cooperation.

According to recent data, this strategic alliance encompasses the following key areas:

Energy Sector: Energy cooperation between Italy and Kazakhstan is expanding, encompassing oil and gas, as well as renewable energy sources.
Agriculture: With a €500 million joint agriculture investment fund proposed, the agricultural sector is likely to witness a significant surge in bilateral trade and investment.
Trade and Investment: The trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Italy reached an impressive $4.4 billion in the first quarter of 2025. Italy looms large as one of Kazakhstan's top five EU investors, having invested a cumulative $7.6 billion in the Kazakh economy over the last twenty years.
Infrastructure and Logistics: Kazakhstan is making steady progress in enhancing its transport and logistics infrastructure, providing ample opportunities for Italy to join hands with Kazakhstan in developing more robust and diverse supply chains.
Other Sectors: Apart from these sectors, the countries are eyeing collaboration in sectors such as mechanical engineering, chemistry, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing, with successful Italian investments backing these sectors.

These discussions mirror a solid partnership between the two nations, with respective agreements worth €4 billion inked across various sectors during Meloni's tour of Kazakhstan.

During their conversation, the President of Kazakhstan and the Prime Minister of Italy discussed the potential for broadening their cooperation in several areas, including the energy sector, agriculture, trade and investment, infrastructure and logistics, and other sectors such as mechanical engineering, chemistry, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing. (policy-and-legislation, politics)

The recent strategic alliance between Kazakhstan and Italy covers key sectors like energy, agriculture, trade and investment, infrastructure and logistics, and other areas, following the signing of agreements worth approximately €4 billion during Giorgia Meloni's visit to Kazakhstan. (general-news)