(MENAFN- Trend News Agency)
ASTANA, Kazakhstan, July 3. Kazakh-Chinese
relations are developing at an unprecedented pace, President of
Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said during a meeting in a narrow
format with President of China Xi Jinping in Astana, Trend
reports via Akorda.
"I consider your visit exceptionally significant. The People's
Republic of China is not only a friendly neighboring state but also
a crucial strategic partner and one of our main allies. I am
pleased to note that Kazakh-Chinese relations, built on unwavering
friendship and mutual support, are advancing at an unprecedented
pace. I deeply appreciate your substantial contributions to
strengthening the enduring, comprehensive strategic partnership
between Kazakhstan and China. I wholeheartedly endorse your
initiative to elevate cooperation between our nations to new
heights for the benefit of our peoples," he expressed.
Tokayev praised the expanding scope of Kazakh-Chinese
cooperation, which continues to flourish across all sectors.
"China is not just a neighbor but a close friend and a
longstanding, reliable partner for us. Grounded in shared history,
good neighborly relations, and mutual support, we have cultivated
exemplary interstate relations that grow richer each year with new
qualitative results," he emphasized.
In response, Xi Jinping expressed gratitude to the President of
Kazakhstan for the warm welcome.
"Dear President, my esteemed friend. I appreciate the attention
you have given to my visit. Since assuming office as head of state,
you have consistently and purposefully advanced reforms and
development in your country. Through a comprehensive set of
measures in domestic and foreign policy, you have significantly
strengthened your nation's overall capabilities and international
standing. As friendly neighbors, we sincerely celebrate these
achievements.
Over the past year, we have met twice-in Xi'an and Beijing-where
we outlined new plans and identified key directions for the dynamic
development of Chinese-Kazakh relations during the golden thirty
years. I wish to reaffirm that China always approaches its
relations with Kazakhstan from a strategic and long-term
perspective, considering Kazakhstan a priority in its foreign
policy among neighboring countries and a crucial partner in Central
Asia. Our commitment to safeguarding Chinese-Kazakh relations
remains steadfast and impervious to transient influences.
I assure you that China will continue to be a steadfast and
reliable supporter of Kazakhstan," he said.
The talks then continued in an expanded format, with the
participation of members of official delegations.
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