Kazakhstan and Slovenia Determine Agenda for Business Collaboration Meeting
Energetic Conversations: Kazakhstan and Slovenia Set to Collaborate in Key Sectors
ASTANA - Exciting times ahead as transportations, pharmaceuticals, green energy, water resources, and telecommunications will be the main discussion points at an impending business forum happening during Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar's visit to Kazakhstan.
During a discussion on March 31 between Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Murat Nurtleu, and Slovenian Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign and European Affairs, Tanja Fajon, the plan was disclosed.
According to the Kazakh Foreign Ministry’s press service, the conversations largely centered on strengthening trade and economic ties and creating favorable conditions for businesses.
"Astana holds valuable ties with Ljubljana as a crucial partner in Central Europe and the European Union. We share common ground on many issues, particularly in leveraging our transit and transportation potential," said Nurtleu.
The talks also emphasized both Astana and Ljubljana's agreement with the UN Charter and principles of international law.
Nurtleu expressed gratitude towards Slovenia for supporting the UN Regional Center for Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan in Almaty and aiding in granting the European Commission's mandate to start discussions on the facilitation of the EU visa regime for Kazakh citizens.
Gearing up for a Joint Venture
While specific agreements were reached in tourism, education, and trade, these sectors could pave the way for further cooperation in transportation, pharmaceuticals, green energy, water resources, and telecommunications. Here's a glimpse of potential areas of collaboration:
Transportation and Logistics
- Opportunities: Kazakhstan, strategically positioned on the Silk Road, and Slovenia, with Adriatic Sea access, could work together to boost cargo transit and freight logistics between Central Asia and Europe.
- Future Developments: Forged relationships might lead to joint investments in infrastructure for quicker and more dependable transport services.
Pharmaceuticals
- Opportunities: With a robust pharmaceutical sector, Slovenia and Kazakhstan could team up in areas like technology transfer, joint drug development, and distribution partnerships.
- Future Developments: Potential arises for Slovenian pharmaceutical companies to expand into Kazakhstan's growing market or collaborate on research and development projects.
Green Energy
- Opportunities: Joint ventures in solar farms or wind turbines could become significant areas of cooperation, as both countries leverage Slovenia's hydroelectric power expertise and Kazakhstan's renewable energy potential.
- Future Developments: Collaboration might involve Slovenian technology and expertise being applied to improve Kazakhstan's renewable energy systems.
Water Resources
- Opportunities: Slovenia's water management expertise could play a key role in Kazakhstan's water conservation efforts, particularly in agricultural regions.
- Future Developments: Collaboration might involve Slovenian technology and expertise being applied to improve water management systems in Kazakhstan.
Telecommunications
- Opportunities: Slovenia could help modernize Kazakhstan's telecommunications infrastructure, especially in rural areas.
- Future Developments: Potential partnerships could focus on improving digital connectivity and expanding broadband access.
While specific agreements have not yet been disclosed for these sectors, the recent discussions between Kazakhstan and Slovenia suggest promising potential for better connections and collaborative opportunities. Stay tuned for updates!
- The upcoming business forum in Kazakhstan, between Slovenian President Natasza Pirc Musar and Kazakhstan's officials, aims to collaborate in sectors such as transportation, pharmaceuticals, green energy, water resources, and telecommunications - sectors that were identified during their previous discussions.
- Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Murat Nurtleu, has highlighted the existing strong ties between Astana and Ljubljana, particularly in leveraging transportation potential.
- As the discussions pointed towards strengthening trade and economic ties and creating favorable conditions for businesses, there is a commitment from both parties to explore joint ventures in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, green energy, water resources, and telecommunications.
- With Slovenia's robust pharmaceutical sector and Kazakhstan's growing market, there are opportunities for technology transfer, joint drug development, and distribution partnerships in the pharmaceutical sector.
