The partnership between Kazakhstan and Korea has evolved into a mature and forward-looking relationship grounded in mutual trust, shared values and a common vision for sustainable development. Over more than three decades since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1992, our two countries have built an enhanced strategic partnership that continues to expand in scope, depth and substance. The year 2025 marked another important chapter in this journey. It was a particularly successful and dynamic year for Kazakh-Korean relations, characterized by intensive political dialogue, expanding economic cooperation and rapidly growing people-to-people ties. These developments reflect not only strong institutional engagement but also genuine mutual interest between our societies. High-level political dialogue remains the backbone of our bilateral relations. On July 23, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and President Lee Jae Myung held a telephone conversation, reaffirming their shared commitment to further strengthening multifaceted cooperation. The leaders exchanged views on a wide range of