Budapest, 3 November 2026 – Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Hungary Anel Bakytbekkyzy held a meeting with Klára Breuer, State Secretary for Bilateral Relations at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Hungary.
The parties discussed the current state and prospects of the Kazakhstan–Hungary strategic partnership, with particular emphasis on advancing political dialogue, expanding trade, economic and investment cooperation, strengthening cultural and humanitarian ties, and enhancing interaction within international organizations.
The Ambassador noted that Hungary is one of Kazakhstan’s key strategic partners in Central and Eastern Europe, highlighting the considerable potential for further developing bilateral relations.
In this context, A. Bakytbekkyzy emphasized the importance of revitalizing existing mechanisms of bilateral cooperation, including the Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation, the Strategic Council, the Business Council and interparliamentary friendship groups. Particular attention was given to the need to strengthen their activities through concrete initiatives and mutually beneficial projects.
One of the key topics of the meeting was the upcoming 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Kazakhstan and Hungary in 2027. The parties highlighted the importance of using this milestone to give fresh impetus to bilateral cooperation. In this regard, they discussed the possibility of preparing a joint programme of anniversary events, including reciprocal high-level visits, business forums, cultural events and public diplomacy initiatives.
The interlocutors also discussed preparations for upcoming bilateral contacts and high- and highest-level visits, and exchanged views on current international and regional issues, as well as prospects for cooperation in multilateral forums.
The Ambassador briefed the Hungarian side on the political and institutional reforms being implemented in Kazakhstan at the initiative of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. In particular, she provided information on the new Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the establishment of the Kuryltai, and the key priorities outlined in the President’s State of the Nation Address.
For her part, K.Breuer congratulated A.Bakytbekkyzy on her appointment as Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Hungary and wished her success in her diplomatic mission.
The State Secretary underscored the importance Hungary attaches to developing relations with Kazakhstan as a strong and stable Central Asian state and an important partner in the region.
Acknowledging the traditionally friendly and pragmatic nature of Kazakhstan-Hungary relations, the Hungarian side expressed support for the Ambassador’s initiatives and interest in further expanding practical cooperation.
Following the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their mutual commitment to strengthening the strategic partnership, deepening political dialogue and implementing joint initiatives in the interests of both countries.
