During the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev underscored the robust strategic alliance between their nations. The meeting emphasized the need for enhanced cooperation across various sectors, with Xi advocating for the synchronization of development strategies and an expansion in trade, cross-border e-commerce, energy, transport, and digital economy initiatives.
Xi highlighted the importance of deepening collaboration in fields such as artificial intelligence, education, healthcare, science, and culture. He also pointed to the significance of working together on multilateral platforms, including the United Nations and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, to strengthen their shared goals and global presence.
Echoing Xi’s sentiments, President Tokayev acknowledged China as Kazakhstan’s primary foreign policy partner. He expressed a strong desire to broaden cooperation in multiple areas including trade, investment, transportation, agriculture, and energy. Tokayev also emphasized the importance of governance in artificial intelligence as a key area of mutual interest.
The meeting culminated in the signing of several important cooperation agreements, covering sectors such as trade, transport, finance, and media. These agreements are set to bolster the bilateral relationship further, ensuring a collaborative future in areas of shared interest and mutual benefit.