China's \$24 Billion Bet on Kazakhstan: A New Era of Trade and Cooperation

China's \$24 Billion Investment Fuels Record Trade with Kazakhstan Astana, Kazakhstan – June 15, 2025 – China's economic ties with Kazakhstan have reached new heights, with a staggering \$24 billion in Chinese investment and record-breaking trade turnover. This surge in economic activity comes ahead of a high-profile visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping, scheduled for June 16-17. The visit promises further discussions on strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two nations. The video highlights the impressive growth in trade, showing a year-over-year increase of nearly 7%. Specific examples of this growth include a 33-fold increase in cargo transport through the Xi'an port and a record 5,000 train shipments along the China-Europe route last year. This economic cooperation is further solidified by the Belt and Road initiative, a major infrastructure project connecting Asia and Europe. "China is a strategic partner for Kazakhstan, both economically and logistically," stated a source familiar with the bilateral relations. The upcoming summit in Astana, focusing on Central Asia-China cooperation, will likely solidify these ties further. The summit is expected to produce a new roadmap for cooperation extending to 2030. Beyond economic collaboration, the video also emphasizes the shared commitment to green energy development, suggesting a focus on sustainable practices in future projects. This collaboration underscores the growing importance of the relationship between China and Kazakhstan for regional stability and economic growth.