Kazan hosted an international academic seminar titled “Kazakhstan and Tatarstan: Humanitarian and Cultural Ties in the Past and Present.” The event was organized by the Consulate General of Kazakhstan with support from the Hasanov Institute of Tatar Encyclopedia and Regional Studies, DKNews.kz reports.
Its key idea was simple: cooperation is not only about politics and economics, but also about culture, memory and people.
Who took part
Among the speakers and participants were:
- Kazakhstan’s Consul General in Kazan Yerlan Iskakov
- senior officials from the Ministry of Education and Science of Tatarstan
- the Vice President of the Academy of Sciences of Tatarstan
- Senators of the Parliament of Kazakhstan
- deputies of the State Council of Tatarstan
- leaders of cultural and public organizations
A diverse lineup that brought together academics, politicians and community leaders.
Key themes: from the Golden Horde to modern cooperation
Participants discussed the state of relations between Kazakhstan and Tatarstan and their prospects within the broader Kazakhstan–Russia partnership.
Special attention was paid to:
- industrial cooperation
- agriculture
- logistics and tourism
- historical and cultural heritage
- academic exchange
- inter-parliamentary cooperation
Discussions also touched on the legacy of the Golden Horde, monuments of the Volga–Ural region and the dialogue between Kazakh and Tatar literature.
A photo album as a symbol of partnership
A new photo album, “Kazakhstan and Tatarstan: Humanitarian and Cultural Ties in the Past and Present,” was presented during the event.
It features materials on cooperation in trade, economy, culture, science and education.
Parliaments strengthen dialogue
A separate meeting was held between senators of Kazakhstan and deputies of the State Council of Tatarstan.
The sides stressed:
- the value of direct contacts
- sharing legislative experience
- strengthening the legal framework of cooperation
They agreed to continue joint initiatives within the broader Kazakhstan–Russia relationship.
Why it matters
The online seminar brought together scholars, government representatives, business leaders, diaspora members, media and diplomats.
Such platforms help:
- preserve historical memory
- promote culture and education
- build long-term regional ties
And most importantly, they create space for conversation and trust.
