Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has received Finnish President Alexander Stubb at the Akorda Residence, with a traditional Guard of Honor and the Presidential Orchestra performing both national anthems.

The leaders walked the blue carpet toward the Kazakh State Flag before heading to narrow-format talks, The Caspian Post reports via Kazakh media.

Discussions are expected to focus on strengthening bilateral cooperation and addressing key regional and global issues.