President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held a meeting with Tony Blair, Executive Chairman of the Institute for Global Change. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.
During the talks, the parties discussed the implementation of large-scale reforms in Kazakhstan, as well as key directions of political and socio-economic modernization of the country.
The head of state spoke about current transformations aimed at further development of state institutions, improving the efficiency of the governance system, and enhancing the quality of life of citizens.
In addition, the interlocutors exchanged views on improving public administration and implementing long-term strategic initiatives.
Earlier, Kursiv reported that Kazakhstan and the EU signed a number of documents in the presence of Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, António Costa, and Ursula von der Leyen. Among them are an agreement on certain aspects of air transport, a ceremonial signing of an order for up to 50 aircraft between Air Astana and Airbus, as well as memorandums on the digital platform "E-Zholdary," restoration of roads on the Middle Corridor route, and the creation of a Center of Excellence in minerals and metals.
Also, the president offered the EU access to rare earth metals in exchange for investments and invited European business to long-term integration with Kazakhstan.