The Kazakh Embassy hosts American University students

Addressing the students, Head of Mission, Chargé D'Affaires, a.i. Dastan Yeleukenov, talked about the success story of nation-building in Kazakhstan, highlighting economic progress and the improved investment climate in the country. He also discussed the nation's foreign policy priorities which help create a favorable external environment that ensures domestic prosperity, the Kazakh Embassy in the US reports.  

It was highlighted that Kazakhstan is a young independent country, but an ancient nation. To substantiate this point, he invited the students to see for themselves the gold items and other artifacts that are on display at "Nomads and Networks: Ancient Art and Culture of Kazakhstan" exhibition at Free and Sackler Gallery till the end of November. This exhibition showcases Kazakhstan's rich historical heritage and nomadic civilization of its ancestors.

He invited the students, who may well be foreign leaders at some point, to visit Kazakhstan in the future. He said: "As future leaders, you should consider visiting Kazakhstan to explore the many opportunities it has to offer: in commerce, investment, tourism and geopolitics. Whenever you decide to do so, just remember Kazakhstan is a modern, welcoming nation with a developed infrastructure and natural beauty. It is the nation at the crossroads of civilizations, where East meets West and where Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, Judaism live peacefully side by side."
The students had an opportunity to ask him questions about Kazakhstan and receive comprehensive answers. They inquired about the leadership role Kazakhstan plays in non-proliferation, its education system, inter-faith dialogue and tolerance, its strategic partnership with the US and social packages for disabled people.

Prof. Bram Groen thanked the Head of Mission and Embassy officials and presented them with books and AU gifts.

During the event, a documentary film entitled "This is America visits Kazakhstan" was screened.
Students also interacted with Kazakh diplomats, visited the permanent exhibit of cultural heritage at the Embassy and received literature about Kazakhstan. They also had a chance to taste and enjoy genuine Kazakh cuisine. Overall, the event was exciting and our young guests left the Embassy with a better understanding of and appreciation for Kazakhstan.