Serbian, Kazakh Presidents Ink 10 Accords to Boost Cooperation in Various Sectors

Belgrade, Nov 20 (IANS) Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held talks in Belgrade, strengthening cooperation in trade, defence, education, and technology through ten newly signed agreements.

Belgrade, Nov 20 (UNI/Xinhua) Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held talks in Belgrade on Tuesday, signing ten agreements to strengthen cooperation in trade, defence, education, and technology.

At a joint press conference, Vucic hailed the partnership as one built on "deep-rooted friendship" and mutual respect for territorial integrity, expressing confidence that the agreements would boost sectors like agriculture, industry, and transportation, according to Xinhua news agency.

Tokayev, on his first official visit to Serbia, highlighted shared interests in industrial development and trade, particularly in food exports, healthcare, and tourism.

He thanked Serbia for its support during recent floods in Kazakhstan and outlined plans for joint ventures in agriculture, technology, and public health.

The agreements cover areas such as defence, education, tourism, culture, and healthcare, reflecting both countries' commitment to deepening ties. Vucic and Tokayev also stressed the importance of peace and stability for regional prosperity.

Tokayev, who arrived on Monday evening, also met with Serbian Prime Minister Milos Vucevic and Interior Minister Ivica Dacic during his visit.

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