November 17, 2025
The Presidents of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Republic of Estonia, reaffirming the principles of cooperation laid down in the Agreement on Mutual Understanding and Cooperation between Kazakhstan and Estonia and other bilateral agreements, as well as the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between Kazakhstan and the European Union and its Member States, recognised the significant progress made by both countries since the establishment of diplomatic relations in May 1992.
The Presidents commended the work of the Kazakhstan-Estonia Intergovernmental Commission for Economic, Scientific and Technical Cooperation, established in 2011, which has played an important role in strengthening mutual trust and expanding practical cooperation between the two countries.
Building on the success of the 7th Intergovernmental Commission held in Tallinn in January 2025, the Presidents’ meeting in Astana further reaffirmed their shared determination to deepen cooperation, reflecting the mutual interest in fostering bilateral ties and promoting sustainable economic growth.
The Presidents also welcomed the elevation of relations between the European Union and Central Asia to the level of strategic partnership, as highlighted in the Joint Declaration of the First European Union – Central Asia Summit held on 3-4 April 2025 in Samarkand, which creates new avenues for mutually beneficial cooperation, enhancing regional engagement.
The President of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the President of the Republic of Estonia stated the following:
1. The Presidents underlined the importance of maintaining continuous political and diplomatic dialogue at all levels, fostering inter-parliamentary and governmental contacts, and advancing mutual support and coordinated positions within international organisations.
2. The Parties agreed to expand cooperation in the areas of trade and investment, with a particular emphasis on promoting sustainable business practices and enhancing the role of small and medium-sized enterprises. They reaffirmed commitment to deepening collaboration in key sectors, including transport and logistics, manufacturing, agriculture, innovative technologies, artificial intelligence, and education.
In this regard, the Presidents welcomed the convening of the Kazakh-Estonian Business Forum and agreed to consider the possibility of establishing a Business Council to facilitate regular business-to-business contacts.
3. The Presidents emphasised the importance of enhancing regional connectivity and sustainable transport links between Asia and Europe. In this context, they recognized Kazakhstan’s active role in the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR) and expressed their shared interest in advancing cooperation in this field, including through the European Union’s Global Gateway initiative and its focus to boost investments into smart, clean and secure connections in digital, energy and transport sectors.
4. The Parties welcomed the convening of the Rectors’ Forum during this visit as a valuable platform for enhancing cooperation between universities of both countries. They reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening educational ties, supporting academic exchange programmes, and encouraging closer partnerships among universities, cultural institutions, and youth organisations to promote mutual understanding and long-term people-to people ties.
5. The Presidents emphasised the importance of preserving cultural heritage while embracing innovation and intercultural dialogue, with the aim of building a more interconnected, inclusive, and forward-looking future for the citizens of both nations.
6. Reaffirming their commitment to multilateralism, with the United Nations at its core, both Presidents underscored their dedication to upholding the principles of international law, respect for territorial integrity, and the peaceful settlement of disputes, emphasising the importance of diplomacy and inclusive dialogue.
The Presidents reiterated their commitment to the earliest possible achievement of a comprehensive, just, and lasting peace in Ukraine in accordance with the principles of the United Nations Charter.
7. Estonia welcomed Kazakhstan’s initiative to establish a UN Regional Centre for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for Central Asia and Afghanistan in Almaty. In turn, Kazakhstan expressed its sincere gratitude to Estonia for its support and co-sponsorship of the relevant UN resolution, emphasizing the shared commitment of both countries to promoting sustainable development, strengthening regional stability and addressing global challenges through multilateral cooperation.
8. Looking ahead, the Presidents highlighted the importance of the upcoming Regional Ecological Summit scheduled to take place in the Republic of Kazakhstan in April 2026, in partnership with the United Nations and other leading international organizations. This Summit will serve as an important international platform for advancing dialogue on climate change, promoting the transition to a green economy, and fostering sustainable development in Central Asia and beyond.
The Presidents reaffirmed the importance of multilateral climate cooperation and welcomed the ongoing UN Climate Change Conference COP30 taking place in Belém, Brazil, which aims at ambitious results in tackling climate change.
9. Finally, the Presidents expressed confidence that the agreements reached during this state visit will give new impetus to the comprehensive development of bilateral cooperation in the best interests of both nations.