ASTANA, Kazakhstan, April 2. Kazakhstan and Ukraine discussed prospects for developing trade and economic cooperation, Trend reports via the press service of the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan.
This issue was discussed during a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan Serik Zhumangarin and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Olexandr Mischenko.
During the meeting, the sides exchanged views on prospects for expanding trade and economic cooperation, as well as on the possible resumption of the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation.
The parties noted that one of the key areas of bilateral interaction remains the agro-industrial sector.
They also emphasized that dairy farms in several regions of Kazakhstan have for several years cooperated with the Association of Milk Producers of Ukraine in the supply of breeding dairy cattle, as well as in improving the qualifications of Kazakh specialists in the management of dairy farms.
At the same time, the diplomats noted that in 2025, trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Ukraine amounted to $415.8 million, which is 5.4% higher than in 2024 ($394.3 million). They added that Kazakhstan’s main exports to Ukraine include ferroalloys, fertilizers, rice, and other goods.
Following the meeting, the sides agreed to intensify business contacts, explore the resumption of the Intergovernmental Commission, and expand cooperation in priority sectors, primarily in the agro-industrial complex.
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