Tokayev to Journey to Turkey
Headline: Kazakh President Strengthens Strategic Partnership with Turkey During Official Visit
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's visit to Turkey on July 29, 2025, marked a significant milestone in the Kazakh-Turkish relationship. The visit, at the invitation of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, was the third diplomatic interaction between the two countries this year and the fifth meeting of the Türkiye-Kazakhstan High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council.
During the visit, President Tokayev and President Erdoğan co-chaired the strategic council meeting in Ankara. The discussions focused on deepening collaboration in critical sectors such as energy, construction, industry, agriculture, infrastructure, medicine, tourism, defense industry, trade, media, and cultural sectors.
Kazakhstan gave special importance to joint development in information technologies, especially artificial intelligence, pointing to significant opportunities for expanding the strategic partnership in the IT field. Both sides expressed readiness to support Turkish investors in transportation and energy projects while aiming to increase mutual trade.
The visit also emphasized the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (Middle Corridor), a strategic connection between Europe and China that bypasses Russia. Agreements were signed for cooperation in freight transport and road transport between the two countries' transport ministries.
A cooperation pact was signed between the Turkish Petroleum Corporation (TPAO) and Kazakhstan’s KazMunayGas, aiming to expand Kazakh oil exports and reinforce energy ties, reflecting Kazakhstan’s vital role in the global oil trade.
Both presidents exchanged views on global conflicts, expressing support for diplomatic conflict resolution. Kazakhstan praised Turkey's mediating role in the Russia-Ukraine conflict while supporting the territorial integrity of both countries. They reiterated their commitment to multilateralism and cooperation within the Organization of Turkic States.
Numerous agreements and legal documents were signed during the visit to consolidate the strategic partnership's legal base and further deepen bilateral relations. The visit also underscored the shared cultural roots and historical ties between the two nations, with Turkey having been the first country to recognize Kazakhstan’s independence in 1991.
The July 29 visit reinforced an enhanced strategic partnership spanning trade, technology, energy, transport, and diplomacy, with a particular focus on advancing mutual investments and developing a key Eurasian transport corridor that is crucial for regional integration and global connectivity.
The news is reported by Vechernyaya Astana, and the information in this article is based on reports from Akorda, the presidential residence and office in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan. This visit is expected to further develop the strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and Turkey, setting the stage for continued cooperation in the years to come.
**Sources:** [1] Vechernyaya Astana. (2025, July 29). Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's Visit to Turkey Strengthens Strategic Partnership. Retrieved from vechernyaya-astana.kz [2] Akorda. (2025, July 29). President Tokayev's Visit to Turkey: Enhanced Strategic Partnership and Expanded Cooperation. Retrieved from akorda.kz [3] TPAO. (2025, July 29). TPAO and KazMunayGas Sign Cooperation Pact to Expand Kazakh Oil Exports. Retrieved from tpao.com.tr [4] Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan. (2025, July 29). Legal Framework Strengthening: Numerous Agreements Signed During President Tokayev's Visit to Turkey. Retrieved from mfa.kz [5] Organization of Turkic States. (2025, July 29). Kazakh-Turkish Diplomatic Relations: 33 Years Strong and Growing. Retrieved from turkic-council.org
- Amidst the backdrop of war-and-conflicts and general news, the leaders of Kazakhstan and Turkey acknowledged the importance of diplomatic conflict resolution during Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's visit to Turkey.
- During the Kazakh President's official visit to Turkey, discussions on politics were a significant aspect of the meetings, with the emphasis on expanding partnerships in sectors such as energy, information technologies, transportation, and trade.
