ASTANA, Kazakhstan, April 11. Kazakhstan, as a responsible member of the international community, remains firmly committed to the principles of open trade and the free movement of goods and services, said President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev during a meeting with the public in Shymkent, Trend reports.
According to President Tokayev, Kazakhstan builds relationships with all partners based on mutual trust, open dialogue, and consideration of each other's interests.
"Trade is the driving force of progress, which contributes to the prosperity not only of individual countries but also entire regions. Kazakhstan is located at the crossroads of key trade routes that connect the East and the West, the North and the South. One could say that this is not just a feature of our geographical position, but also our historical mission. We must rationally use this strategic advantage, which destiny has predetermined. This is why Kazakhstan is actively involved in the implementation of key international transport and logistics projects. Our goal is clear. We will continue to strengthen comprehensive and mutually beneficial cooperation with neighboring countries, with which we are united by fate. The interests of the people are above all. Relying on these, we carry out a balanced and stable foreign policy. There is a proverb in the Kazakh language: 'By helping your neighbor, you repay a debt to God'. We maintain friendly relations with all neighboring countries, paying special attention to this. We never remain indifferent if our neighbors face trouble. We are deeply interested in ensuring that peace and stability reign in our surroundings," emphasized the President.
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev is currently on a working visit
to Kazakhstan’s Shymkent. In the course of the trip, the President
plans to review the socio-economic development of the city.