Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Sergio Mattarella hold talks in Akorda
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said that the visit of Italian President Sergio Mattarella to Kazakhstan would give a strong impetus to further strengthening of the two countries’ cooperation. He emphasized that the visit serves as an evidence of special friendship ties and longstanding partnership between Kazakhstan and Italy, Kazinform News Agency learned from the Akorda press service.
“Mr. President, I am pleased to welcome you here as our guest. This is your first official visit to Kazakhstan, and it is important, because, undoubtedly, it will open a new chapter in our relations. Kazakhstan and Italy enjoy close cooperation. Mutual trade develops consistently. We have strong economic contacts. We achieve high results in various spheres of our cooperation. As the President, I am ready to contribute to strengthening of our relations,” said the Head of State.
Sergio Mattarella thanked Kassym-Jomart Tokayev for hospitality and highlighted the importance of further strengthening the bilateral ties.
He said he was pleased to visit Astana and talk to Kasym-Jomart Tokayev after his visit to Rome last January.
"From year to year, our economic, trade and cultural cooperation develops actively. We see that the interaction between our universities intensifies. Thank you for your friendship,” the Italian President said.
The sides also exchanged views on the relevant issues of bilateral relations, as well as regional and international agendas.
Taking the opportunity, the Head of State conveyed his warm greetings and best wishes to the Prime Minister of Italy, Giorgia Meloni.
Recall that President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev welcomed the President of Italy, Sergio Mattarella, in Akorda Residence, who had arrived in Astana for an official visit.
