Kazakhstan eyes stronger trade ties with West Bengal

KOLKATA: (Jul 28) Kazakhstan is keen to deepen business engagement with West Bengal, as it considers the state a gateway to northeast India and Southeast Asia, the country’s ambassador to India, Yeskarayev Azamat, said on Tuesday.

Addressing an interactive session organized by the Merchants’ Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MCCI), Azamat said Kazakhstan is looking to expand cooperation with India, particularly West Bengal, across sectors such as pharmaceuticals, mining, energy and manufacturing.

He said Kazakhstan offers a conducive business environment, and is actively engaging with Indian government officials, industry leaders, politicians and academia to strengthen bilateral economic ties.