On June 17, 2025, Astana played host to the Second China-Central Asia Summit where President Xi Jinping delivered a compelling keynote. His speech highlighted a spirit of mutual respect, trust, and win-win cooperation designed to boost trade, technology, green initiatives, and cultural ties across the region. 🚀
Among the many initiatives, innovative transport projects like the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway and plans for additional railway links are set to enhance connectivity. The summit also spotlighted the expansion of cross-border e-commerce, digital infrastructure, and green industries, signaling a dynamic blend of modern tech and sustainable development.
Cultural exchanges are also gaining momentum. New visa-free arrangements and sister-city partnerships have already facilitated more than 1.2 million travels between China and Central Asian partners, while cultural centers and educational programs enrich people-to-people connections. A groundbreaking treaty on eternal good-neighborliness and friendship was signed, setting a solid legal foundation for these enduring bonds.
President Xi’s vision reminds us that in today’s fast-paced world, combining innovation with shared cultural values can drive lasting progress. This high-quality cooperation not only fuels economic growth but also strengthens the ties that unite diverse communities across the region. 🌟
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Keynote speech by President Xi at the Second China-Central Asia Summit
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