Prime Minister of Slovakia arrives at Akorda

By tradition, the Guard of Honor lined up in the Ceremonial Hall to welcome the high-profile guest.

The Presidential Orchestra performed the two countries’ national anthems.

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Robert Fico walked along the blue carpet to the State Flag of Kazakhstan, after which a meeting in a closed-door format began.

The talks will focus on the prospects for expanding the Kazakh-Slovak partnership.

Read more in a Kazinform correspondent's article on the nature of relations between Astana and Bratislava.