During the meeting, the head of state noted the steady positive dynamics in the development of relations between Kazakhstan and Tajikistan across a wide range of areas, emphasizing the importance of further deepening the strategic partnership.
In this context, the President of Kazakhstan highlighted the Treaty on Allied Relations signed last year, marking a new milestone in the multifaceted and fruitful cooperation between Astana and Dushanbe.
"We highly value our friendly relations with Tajikistan, with which we have no unresolved issues. There are special sentiments towards the fraternal Tajik people in Kazakhstan. Our countries have always supported each other, and today this is reflected in our desire to actively develop bilateral ties." Kasym-Zhomart Tokayev
Furthermore, as stated in the Akorda publication, Kasym-Zhomart Tokayev particularly noted the invaluable contribution of Tajikistan's President Emomali Rahmon to strengthening Kazakh-Tajik relations.
Mukhriddin also emphasized that over the years of sovereign development, Kazakhstan and Tajikistan have built mutually beneficial relations that are steadily evolving in the spirit of friendship and alliance for the benefit of the peoples of both countries.
"Tajikistan cherishes its close fraternal ties with Kazakhstan. Your country is our most important partner, and there is complete mutual understanding on all fronts of bilateral cooperation. The past year has been significant for our relations, which have reached the level of alliance," said the minister.
The Tajik diplomat conveyed warm greetings from Rahmon to Kasym-Zhomart Tokayev and reaffirmed Tajikistan's commitment to further deepening comprehensive interaction with Kazakhstan.
The interlocutors also discussed the progress of previously reached agreements at the highest level, paying special attention to the prospects for deepening cooperation in the areas of economy, trade, transit, digitalization, education, and culture.
Additionally, the meeting addressed issues of regional security, water-energy cooperation, and joint measures to ensure sustainable development in Central Asia.
The day before, Tokayev held a telephone conversation with the President of the European Council, Antonio Costa. During the discussion, current issues and prospects for strengthening cooperation between Kazakhstan and the European Union were addressed.