Kazakhstan and Portugal have confirmed their shared interest in deepening bilateral ties, as Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov received copies of credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador of the Portuguese Republic José Ataíde Amaral, DKNews.kz reports.
The meeting marked the formal start of the Portuguese diplomat’s mission in Kazakhstan and set the tone for future engagement between the two countries.
Warm welcome and expectations
During the talks, Arman Issetov warmly welcomed the Ambassador and expressed confidence that his appointment would give fresh momentum to Kazakh-Portuguese relations.
According to the Kazakh side, the arrival of a new ambassador creates an opportunity to reassess priorities and identify new areas for practical cooperation, both at the governmental and expert levels.
Broad agenda for cooperation
The discussions covered a wide range of issues, including the current state and future prospects of cooperation in the political, trade and economic, cultural, and humanitarian spheres.
Special attention was paid to the importance of expanding the legal and contractual framework between the two countries. The diplomats noted that updating and strengthening this foundation would significantly enhance mutually beneficial contacts and create more predictable conditions for cooperation.
Commitment to deeper engagement
Following the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their mutual commitment to intensifying efforts aimed at the further development of Kazakh-Portuguese relations.
The talks reflected a shared understanding that regular political dialogue, supported by practical agreements and people-to-people exchanges, can help unlock the full potential of cooperation between Kazakhstan and Portugal.
