Chinese President Xi Jinping has spotlighted booming economic collaboration and cultural exchanges with Kazakhstan in a new article published ahead of his visit to Astana for the 24th SCO Summit. With trade hitting a record $41 billion last year 🤝, Xi emphasized the countries’ growing partnership in energy, infrastructure, and education.
🚄 Belt & Road Momentum
Xi recalled launching the Silk Road Economic Belt in Kazakhstan 11 years ago, calling it a \"magnificent chapter\" in bilateral ties. New projects like a Chinese university campus in Kazakhstan and expanded visa-free travel (600k cross-border trips in 2023!) are strengthening cultural bonds.
💡 Innovation & Energy
From supercharging the China-Europe Railway Express to boosting clean energy projects, Xi outlined plans to \"unleash potential\" in tech-driven sectors. He pledged to further open China’s market to Kazakh exports while streamlining customs processes.
🌍 Global Stability Goals
The leaders committed to opposing \"hegemonism\" and promoting multilateralism through platforms like the UN. Xi stressed their alignment on core interests, stating: \"We respect each other’s chosen development paths.\"
