On January 9, 2025, a friendly meeting was held in Almaty between the Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China and the "Belt and Road" Experts and Scholars Club. The event brought together Chinese Consul General Jiang Wei, consulate diplomats, and prominent Kazakhstani experts, including Club Chairman Sultanov, Hafizova, Amrebaev, and about 30 other participants. The meeting aimed to reflect on the achievements of the past year and discuss plans for the future, DKnews.kz reports.
2024: A “Fruitful Year” for Kazakhstan and China
In her speech, Jiang Wei emphasized that 2024 was a “fruitful year” for the comprehensive strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and China. Political trust between the two nations strengthened, providing a solid foundation for their relations. Practical cooperation reached new heights, while the bonds of friendship between the peoples of the two countries grew significantly stronger. On the international stage, Kazakhstan and China maintained close and productive collaboration, contributing to regional stability and global development.
The Role of the Experts Club as a "Grassroots Think Tank"
The "Belt and Road" Experts and Scholars Club played a significant role in fostering bilateral relations over the past year. Acting as a "grassroots think tank," the club organized academic discussions, published research works, and wrote analytical articles, supporting the development of Kazakhstan-China ties. Jiang Wei praised the club’s contributions and expressed hope for further strengthening academic collaboration. She underscored the importance of promoting the shared history of friendship between Kazakhstan and China, which fosters deeper mutual understanding between their peoples.
Looking Ahead: Expanding Cooperation
Kazakhstani experts and scholars highlighted the immense potential for further strengthening Kazakhstan-China cooperation. Participants discussed opportunities to expand partnerships in areas such as economy, energy, transportation, technology, and education. Special attention was given to cultural exchange and joint youth projects, which play a vital role in deepening ties and strengthening friendship between the two nations.
Experts also expressed their readiness to offer recommendations and ideas to enhance bilateral relations. They emphasized the importance of continued intellectual support to ensure sustainable and high-quality development of cooperation between Kazakhstan and China.
Conclusion: A New Phase of Friendship and Partnership
This meeting served as a vivid example of successful collaboration between the academic and diplomatic communities, aimed at fostering friendship and partnership between Kazakhstan and China. It highlighted the potential for further strengthening ties on both intellectual and cultural levels.
Under the Belt and Road Initiative, cooperation between Kazakhstan and China is set to deepen, unlocking new opportunities and prospects. This collaboration not only brings tangible benefits to the peoples of both nations but also contributes to regional stability and global development.
