Today, as part of his
official visit to Japan, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held meetings
with the heads of leading companies and government organizations. During talks
with Hiroshi Mikitani, the founder of Rakuten Group, the Head of State noted
that the company’s experience is of interest to Kazakhstan, which has entered a
new phase of digital transformation. Kazakhstan is also interested in Rakuten’s
developments in cancer treatment. Tokayev welcomed the company’s interest in
expanding its presence in Kazakhstan.
Cooperation in
digitalization, the sustainable development of capital cities, and the
introduction of innovative solutions in urban governance were discussed with
Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike. The President was presented with the Smart City
concept, which uses advanced technologies to improve the quality of life for
residents. Following the meeting, and in the presence of the President, Astana
Mayor Zhenis Kassymbek and Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike signed a Memorandum of
Understanding between the two capitals. The Head of State also visited Tokyo’s
Emergency Situation Center.
The implementation of
joint investment projects in transport and logistics, energy, the nuclear
industry, metallurgy, and geological exploration was discussed with the head of
Sumitomo Corporation, a major trading and investment company. Shingo Ueno
reported on preparations for a joint project with Kazatomprom in the field of
nuclear medicine.
President Tokayev also
received Ichiro Takahara, Chairman & CEO of Japan Organization for Metals
and Energy Security (JOGMEC). Cooperation in geological exploration, extraction
and processing of critical minerals was discussed. The President noted JOGMEC’s
strong interest in implementing projects in Kazakhstan. The parties also
considered the possibility of expanding the organization’s participation in
geological exploration projects in the country.
In addition, the
President met with the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Mitsui. Tokayev
welcomed the company’s plans to participate in the construction of a production
facility in Astana focused on capital repair of equipment. Areas of mutual
interest also include transport and logistics, as well as the introduction of
technologies aimed at preventing natural disasters.
The Head of State also
discussed the construction of a production facility in Astana for the overhaul
and refurbishment of mining equipment with Hiroyuki Ogawa, Chairman of the
Board of Directors of Komatsu Corporation. Ogawa noted that the facility is set
to become the largest hub in Central Asia. The sides also addressed the
training of qualified personnel, with the company planning to establish a
regional training center in Kazakhstan for operators, mechanics, and engineers.
President Tokayev
discussed prospects for expanding cooperation between Kazakhstan’s mining
enterprises and Hitachi Construction Machinery with the company’s President,
Masafumi Senzaki. The sides noted that promising areas for cooperation include
digitalization, the introduction of green technologies, and autonomous
transport systems.
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