China and Kazakhstan are revving up their economic partnership, with both nations setting 'more ambitious trade goals' to boost collaboration in tech, energy, and infrastructure. The announcement came during a high-profile meeting in Astana between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister Murat Nurtleu. 🌱🛠️
Trade Power-Up: 26 Projects Already Rolling
Wang revealed that 26 out of 45 joint industrial projects are already complete, spanning sectors like energy, machinery, and minerals. 'The pace of oil, gas, and nuclear energy cooperation is accelerating,' he said, hinting at greener and smarter initiatives ahead. 💡⚡
Next-Level Belt & Road Collab
Both countries plan to leverage their 'complementary strengths' to upgrade the Belt and Road Initiative. Think AI, digital economies, and new energy—plus smoother China-Europe freight trains with upgraded ports and customs. 🚄🌐
Food & Fuel: What’s on the Menu?
China’s eyeing more of Kazakhstan’s high-quality farm products, while joint ventures in finance and tech could soon take center stage. For globetrotting entrepreneurs? This partnership might just be your new investment rabbit hole. 🥩📈
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cgtn.com