Moldova To Open Embassy in Kazakhstan
The government of Moldova has approved plans to open its first embassy in Kazakhstan's capital of Astana. The opening of the embassy is intended to expand Moldova's diplomatic presence in Central Asia, and strengthen economic and cultural ties with Kazakhstan. Kazakhstan is an important regional economic player, with rich energy resources and a significant Moldovan diaspora. According to the Moldovan Foreign Ministry, about 20,000 Moldovan citizens living in Kazakhstan currently have to seek consular assistance from the Moldovan diplomatic mission in Russia. The ministry said that Kazakhstan is a promising market and an essential partner for attracting investments and developing bilateral trade. The opening of the embassy is expected to contribute to a more active political dialog, and create new opportunities for economic cooperation between the countries. The decision also aligns with Moldova's National Development Plan 2025-2027, which aims to expand its diplomatic and consular network worldwide. The country seeks to diversify its trade portfolio, particularly in the European Union or the EU's immediate neighborhood.
