Armenian and Kazakh FMs Vartan Oskanian and Kasimzhomarat Tokayev met in Astana. They discussed regional and international problems. The parties were content with the level of political relations between Armenia and Kazakhstan. Mutual interest in development and strengthening of economic relations was noted. This is promoted by the Armenian-Kazakh Inter-Governmental Commission, as well as the legal framework and absence of political differences between the two countries. Oskanian noted the need for development of bilateral trade relations and holding cultural events.
During the meeting matters referring to the CIS, CSTO and EurAsEC were discussed. Special attention was paid to energy and transport issues. Tokayev presented the position of Kazakhstan’s participation in some programs, specifically in the Caspian basin.
Taking into account that Kazakhstan will assume OSCE Presidency in 2009, Oskanian acquainted the Kazakh FM with latest developments in the Nagorno Karabakh settlement. The Armenian FM invited his Kazakh counterpart to visit Armenia at any convenient time.
Oskanian also met with Kazakh President Nursultan Nazarbayev. The Armenian FM also made a statement at a meeting with students of the Diplomatic Institute. June 2 Oskanian will met with members of the Armenian community and will return to Armenia, reports the Armenian MFA Press Service.
