Armenian PM Plans Official Visit to Kazakhstan Soon

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is preparing to pay an official visit to Kazakhstan in the near future, as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral ties and expand cooperation between Yerevan and Astana.

Pashinyan extended congratulations to President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on the occasion of Republic Day, The Caspian Post reports via Kazakh media.

In his congratulatory message, Pashinyan praised Kazakhstan’s achievements in strengthening its independence and advancing its development across multiple spheres.

“I warmly congratulate you and the friendly people of Kazakhstan on the occasion of the national holiday of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Republic Day. The reforms aimed at strengthening Kazakhstan’s independent statehood, accomplishing political and civil institutions, and promoting the country’s socio-economic, scientific, educational, and cultural development are truly significant. Thanks to your far-sighted approaches and consistent and principled steps, Kazakhstan today plays a significant role in regional and global issues, enjoying respect in the international arena," reads the message.

The Armenian prime minister also emphasized his confidence in the continued strengthening of bilateral relations based on mutual respect and friendship between the two nations.

"I am confident that the dynamics of interstate relations based on the strong traditions of friendship and mutual respect between our peoples, along with the implementation of the agreements reached during your official visit last year, will reveal new manifestations of deepening cooperation between Yerevan and Astana," he points out.

"I am hopeful that during my official visit to Kazakhstan, which is planned for the near future, we will discuss the Armenia-Kazakhstan interstate agenda for the benefit of promoting friendship, prosperity and the bilateral strategic relations aimed at the future. Taking this opportunity, I wish you good health and new achievements in your activities for the benefit of the friendly people of Kazakhstan," he concluded.