BAKU, Azerbaijan, August 13. Kazakhstan and Iran discussed ways to expand bilateral cooperation, with a particular focus on transport and logistics ties and regional and international issues.
This was reflected in the statement by the Kazakh MFA following a meeting between Deputy Foreign Minister Arman Issagaliyev and Iran’s Ambassador to Kazakhstan Ali Akbar Joukar on August 12.
According to the ministry, the sides reviewed the current state of bilateral relations and exchanged views on prospects for further cooperation, taking into account evolving regional conditions and the mutual interests with Iran.
Particular attention was given to strengthening transport and logistics cooperation and expanding practical engagement in the sector. The sides highlighted the importance of maintaining regular and substantive dialogue at various levels.
“The parties emphasized the importance of further strengthening transport and logistics cooperation and expanding practical interaction in this area,” the ministry said.
The transport agenda reflects the strategic importance of connectivity between Central Asia and Iran, as Kazakhstan continues to develop diversified routes for trade and transit.
The officials also exchanged views on pressing regional and international issues, including the current situation in the Middle East.
The meeting underscored the two countries’ interest in maintaining political dialogue while identifying practical areas for expanding bilateral cooperation.
The sides reaffirmed their readiness to continue regular contacts and work toward strengthening Kazakhstan-Iran relations across areas of mutual interest.
