Kazakhstan, Moldova expanding consular cooperation
Consultations on Consular issues were held on Tuesday between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan and Moldova, Qazinform News Agency reports, citing the Kazakh MFA press service.
Azamat Aubekov, Director of the Consular Service Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, led the delegation of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Moldova's side was represented by Lilian Moraru, Head of the General Directorate for Consular Affairs of the MFA. Representatives from relevant government agencies of both countries also took part in the consultations.
The parties highly appreciated the level of interaction and reaffirmed their readiness to further develop cooperation based on the principles of mutual trust and compliance with international law. The diplomats discussed migration policy, border management, mutual recognition of documents, digitalization of consular services, and providing legal assistance to citizens in accordance with international conventions. Participants noted the importance of such meetings, which contribute to bilateral relations.
Following the consultations, the parties confirmed their commitment to an exchange of information to ensure the protection of the rights and interests of citizens of Kazakhstan and Moldova.
Earlier, the Kazakh Foreign Minister met with the Georgian President.
