🚀 Big news from Astana! China's President Xi Jinping has just announced support for Kazakhstan's ambition to join BRICS, opening a new chapter in their friendship. 🇰🇿🤝🇨🇳
At a press conference with Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on Wednesday, Xi emphasized China's backing for Kazakhstan's role as a middle power on the global stage. The talks were described as amicable, friendly, and fruitful.
The two nations aren't just talking; they're acting! They've set a bold goal to double their trade in the near future. From energy to digital tech, they're teaming up in areas that matter.
In 2023, China became Kazakhstan's largest trading partner, with trade soaring 32% to hit a whopping $41 billion! 💰 Kazakhstan exports crude oil, metals, and yummy agricultural products 🍉🍓, while China sends over cool gadgets and consumer goods. 📱🚗
Xi and Tokayev see themselves as \"companions on the path to modernization.\" Both countries are at a critical stage of development, and they're ready to support each other all the way!
They're not stopping there. The two leaders agreed to work together on China's big ideas: the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative, and the Global Civilization Initiative. Sounds fancy, right? Basically, they're teaming up to make the world a better place. 🌍✌️
Also, mark your calendars! 📅 China is bringing the \"Year of China Tourism\" to Kazakhstan in 2025. Get ready for cultural exchanges, travel opportunities, and more. 🏯🎎
Education and culture are on the menu too. China plans to open the second Luban Workshop in Kazakhstan, boosting cooperation in media, think tanks, films, and TV. Lights, camera, action! 🎬🎥
Xi is in Kazakhstan not just for the friendly chats but also to attend the 24th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Astana. Busy times ahead! 🏢
President Tokayev is all smiles, calling Xi's visit \"of special historic significance.\" He sees this as a new starting point for even higher-level relations between the two countries.
With no unresolved issues and a shared vision of peaceful diplomacy, Kazakhstan and China are looking forward to a \"golden 30 years\" of friendship and cooperation. 🌟🤗
Looks like the future is bright for these two neighbors! Stay tuned for more updates on this dynamic duo's adventures on the global stage. 🚀
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
