The meeting took place at the Aqorda Presidential Palace in the Kazakhstani capital, Astana, where President Kagame was warmly received by his host with a guard of honour.
According to the Rwandan Presidency, the two leaders engaged in tête-à-tête discussions, followed by expanded talks with their respective delegations.
During the bilateral meeting, President Kagame praised Kazakhstan's development path and its growing influence in global affairs.
'Kazakhstan has made remarkable strides in national development, matched by a growing and constructive role on the world stage. This speaks to your leadership, Mr President, and to the determination of the Kazakh people. We are happy to be partners and friends. In Rwanda, we know that such progress is built over time through good governance and working with the right partners. That is why we are here,' President Kagame said.
The Kazakhstani presidency confirmed that the discussions highlighted shared ambitions in sustainable development and mutual progress. President Tokayev commended Rwanda's impressive 8% economic growth and the country's institutional resilience, reaffirming Kazakhstan's commitment to strengthening ties with African nations.
During the meeting, the two sides outlined priority areas for further cooperation, including trade, investment, transport, agriculture, digitalisation, e-government, and finance.
President Kagame arrived in Kazakhstan on Tuesday to participate in the Astana International Forum, a global platform that convenes leaders and experts to tackle pressing challenges facing the world today.
This year's edition of the Forum expands its agenda to encompass critical topics such as energy security, climate action, geopolitical cooperation, international trade, technological innovation, and sustainable development, reflecting the interconnected nature of today's global landscape and the need for collaborative, cross-sectoral solutions.
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