Kazakhstan, Türkiye agree on free transit of goods
Kazakhstan and Türkiye signed a protocol to extend road transport cooperation during a meeting of the Kazakhstan-Türkiye Commission on International Road Transport in Turkistan, Kazinform News Agency cites the Transport Ministry of Kazakhstan.
The document provides for the abolition of permit requirements for transit shipments, allowing unrestricted transit until amendments are made to the intergovernmental agreement. Kazakhstani carriers will also gain access to loading and unloading operations at Turkish seaports.
In addition, both sides plan to digitalize permits for bilateral and transit transport by the yearend, replacing paper forms with electronic ones. Kazakhstan already applies a similar system with China and Uzbekistan.
Officials said the agreement underscores the two nations’ commitment to boosting cooperation and developing transit potential along the China–Europe route.
Earlier, it was reported Türkiye is to establish the Ministry for Disaster Prevention.
