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The Louvre in France will begin collaborating with museums in Kazakhstan.

Kazakhstan's Minister of Culture, Aida Balaeva, met with Laurence des Cars, the President and Director of the Louvre, to discuss the advancement of cultural cooperation between Kazakhstan and France, as reported by El.kz.
Лувр во Франции запускает сотрудничество с музеями Казахстана.

During the discussion, the topic of organizing joint seminars and conferences for experience exchange between museums in Kazakhstan and the Louvre was raised.

The parties emphasized the importance of not only exhibition collaboration but also scientific research activities. The possibility of conducting archaeological studies, publishing scientific works, and sharing expertise in the museum sector was discussed. Aida Balayeva noted that the National Museum of Kazakhstan plans to establish a restoration center, which requires support from the Louvre in scientific training and exhibition organization.

Balayeva also highlighted the significance of holding master classes and internships for Kazakh specialists, which would enhance professional knowledge and foster the development of the museum sector in Kazakhstan. Laurence de Car confirmed the Louvre's readiness to participate in joint exhibitions, stating that this is a crucial aspect of the museum's international activities.

At the closing stage of the meeting, both parties expressed confidence that cooperation within cultural projects would strengthen bilateral relations between Kazakhstan and France, promoting mutual understanding between their peoples.