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Kazakhstan’s Minister of Energy, Erlan Akkenzhenov, has wrapped up a series of high-level diplomatic meetings with representatives from Switzerland, India, and Germany to solidify long-term energy partnerships. The discussions centered on oil refining, renewable energy deployment, and the comprehensive modernization of Kazakhstan’s national infrastructure.
During talks with Swiss Chargé d’Affaires Giorgio Pompilio, the focus was placed on introducing advanced technologies to improve the resilience of Kazakhstan’s grid, alongside expanding tech partnerships in coal chemistry and petrochemicals. Meanwhile, the meeting with Indian Ambassador Sailas Thangal highlighted Kazakhstan’s keen interest in attracting Indian capital for deep oil refining and new renewable energy projects.
A final session with German Ambassador Monika Iwersen focused on the systemic nature of Kazakh-German energy ties. Beyond expanding wind and solar cooperation, the two sides discussed maintaining stable, long-term supplies of Kazakh crude oil to Germany. Following the diplomatic circuit, all parties confirmed their commitment to launching joint investment projects designed to transition and secure the region’s energy mix.
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