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Kazakhstan Backs EU’s New Connectivity Platform
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Kazakhstan Backs EU’s New Connectivity Platform

From The Astana Times · () English

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  • Kazakhstan has endorsed the European Union's new Connectivity Platform.
  • The initiative aims to coordinate investments and policy actions across Central Asia, the South Caucasus, the Black Sea region, and the EU.
  • Kazakh Deputy Foreign Minister Arman Issetov attended the platform's launch meeting in Brussels.

Kazakhstan has officially backed the European Union's new Connectivity Platform, a strategic initiative designed to foster closer ties and coordinated development across a vast geographical area. The platform seeks to streamline investments and policy actions involving Central Asia, the South Caucasus, the Black Sea region, and the EU member states.

The endorsement came as Kazakh Deputy Foreign Minister Arman Issetov participated in a high-level ministerial meeting in Brussels on June 23. This meeting marked the official launch of the platform, signaling a commitment from participating nations to enhance regional cooperation.

The Connectivity Platform is envisioned as a crucial tool for facilitating economic growth and stability by improving infrastructure, digital networks, and transport links. Kazakhstan's support underscores its strategic interest in strengthening its role as a key transit and economic hub connecting Europe and Asia.

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