Head of State Met with Kazakhs in Japan
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev recently held a meeting with Kazakh citizens living in Japan. The event took place during his official visit to the country, where he also discussed economic cooperation and future plans. Among the attendees were professionals and students who shared their experiences and ambitions with the head of state.
During the gathering, four Kazakh specialists based in Japan presented their work and future goals. Serik Meirmanov, a professor at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, spoke about his academic contributions. Arailym Khasan, founder of ARIA Consulting, outlined her business achievements. Abdibek Kalibek, an associate professor at Showa and Juntendo medical universities, discussed his research. Eldar Toleubay, an engineer at Ailia, shared his technological advancements.
President Tokayev highlighted the importance of learning from advanced nations like Japan. He stressed that Kazakhstan must adopt best practices to accelerate its own development. The President also reiterated his vision for the country to become a fully digital state in the coming years. Earlier, Tokayev met with Japanese Economic Minister Yoji Muto in Astana on 18 December 2025. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral ties. Later, he held talks with South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul. The President expressed optimism that his visit would boost Kazakhstan-Japan relations, calling the cooperation promising. Despite Kazakhstan’s economic growth exceeding 6% in 2025, Tokayev acknowledged ongoing challenges. These include controlling inflation and modernising the country’s infrastructure. Before concluding the meeting, he wished success to all Kazakhs working and studying in Japan.
The visit underscored Kazakhstan’s commitment to deepening ties with Japan. Both sides emphasised the significance of the President’s trip in fostering collaboration. The discussions also reinforced the role of Kazakh professionals abroad in contributing to the country’s future growth.
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