Kazakh Foreign Minister Meets with US Corporate Leaders in New York
Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu recently led a delegation to New York for meetings with representatives of leading American companies. The purpose of these discussions was to explore opportunities for long-term partnerships and collaborations in various sectors.
One of the key meetings was held with PepsiCo, where the focus was on developing the food industry in Kazakhstan and enhancing the country’s export potential. PepsiCo’s recent launch of a new plant in the Almaty Region, set to be the largest in Central Asia, is expected to boost agricultural development in the country and provide economic benefits to local farmers.
During discussions with Google, there were talks about expanding collaboration within the Google for Startups program. Both parties agreed to work together to promote local startups in global markets and develop digital infrastructure and an innovation ecosystem in Kazakhstan.
Another important meeting was with Mastercard, under the Digital Country Partnership program. Nurtleu emphasized the significance of joint efforts in developing financial infrastructure and implementing fintech solutions to strengthen Kazakhstan’s position in the digital economy.
Meetings with Citi and Visa also took place, focusing on sustainable financing, trade relations, and improving access to financial services in rural areas. These discussions aimed to enhance financial inclusion and support regional development in Kazakhstan.
Overall, the meetings with American companies were productive and highlighted the mutual commitment to developing partnerships that will benefit Kazakhstan’s economy and promote innovation in various sectors. The country looks forward to further collaborations with these companies to drive growth and prosperity.
