Chief Executive Officer of the Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan, Michael Daniel, attended the official reception marking the 250th anniversary of the independence of the United States, held at the invitation of U.S. Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Kazakhstan Julie Stufft, DKNews.kz reports.
The event brought together representatives of the Government of Kazakhstan, the diplomatic corps, international organizations, and the business community.

Focus on Strengthening Bilateral Partnership
In her welcoming remarks, Ambassador Julie Stufft highlighted the importance of further strengthening the long-standing partnership between Kazakhstan and the United States.
She emphasized cooperation across a range of sectors, including civil aviation, as an important pillar of bilateral relations.
Expanding Aviation Cooperation
Michael Daniel's participation in the reception reflects the continued development of cooperation between the Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan and its American partners.
Earlier this year, a delegation from the Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan visited the United States, where it held working meetings with representatives of:
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
- Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
The discussions focused on:
- Enhancing aviation safety and security
- Implementing international best practices
- Exchanging professional expertise
- Expanding bilateral cooperation
Commitment to International Standards
The Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan reaffirmed the importance of its partnership with the FAA, TSA, and the U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan.
The organization said it remains committed to strengthening cooperation aimed at:
- Improving aviation safety
- Enhancing aviation security
- Expanding international air connectivity
- Deepening Kazakhstan–U.S. bilateral relations
Why This Matters
Civil aviation cooperation has become an increasingly important element of the strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and the United States.
Continued engagement with leading U.S. aviation institutions supports Kazakhstan's efforts to strengthen aviation safety, align with international standards, and further integrate into the global air transport system.