Kazakhstan and France are looking to give new momentum to their cultural dialogue. Ambassador of Kazakhstan to France Gulsara Arystankulova held a meeting with Hubert Tardy-Joubert, diplomatic adviser to the French Minister of Culture, to discuss prospects for strengthening bilateral cooperation in the cultural sphere, DKNews.kz reports.
During the meeting, the parties focused on opportunities to further develop cultural ties between the two countries. In particular, they explored the possibility of organizing joint cultural events that would promote closer interaction between cultural institutions and bring the societies of Kazakhstan and France closer together through art, history, and shared heritage.
Special attention was given to issues related to professional training and capacity building in the museum sector. The interlocutors emphasized the importance of exchanging experience between museum professionals, improving qualifications, and adopting modern approaches to museum management, curation, and preservation. Such cooperation, they noted, could contribute to the sustainable development of cultural institutions in both countries.
The discussion highlighted the role of culture as a key element of humanitarian diplomacy. Both sides underlined that cultural cooperation helps strengthen mutual understanding and trust, while also complementing political and economic relations with a strong human dimension.
Following the meeting, the interlocutors confirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening cultural ties between Kazakhstan and France. It is expected that the dialogue will lead to concrete initiatives aimed at expanding cultural exchanges and professional cooperation in the coming period.
Observers note that the meeting in Paris reflects Kazakhstan’s consistent efforts to promote cultural diplomacy and deepen cooperation with leading cultural centers in Europe, positioning culture as an important bridge between nations.
