Sri Lanka and Kazakhstan Move to Strengthen Economic and Diplomatic Ties 🇰🇿

Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to Kazakhstan (resident in Moscow), Shobini Gunasekera, recently presented credentials in Astana, marking a strategic push to deepen engagement with Central Asia. • Economic & Trade Outlook: Both nations emphasized expanding collaboration in trade and investment, energy, and education. A Kazakh business delegation is expected to attend the International Expo in Sri Lanka in June 2026. • Connectivity & Tourism: Discussions prioritized improving bilateral links through direct air connectivity and the formal signing of an Air Services Agreement to boost tourism and business exchanges. • Institutional Cooperation: Key proposals include convening bilateral political consultations in early 2026 and establishing a Parliamentary Friendship Group to enhance legislative collaboration. • Future Milestones: With 2027 marking the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations, both sides committed to elevating ties through the Central Asia Dialogue in Colombo and increased people-to-people connections.