Kazakhstan and Latvia have stepped up collaboration in the agro-industrial sector, focusing on expanding trade, transit logistics, agricultural science, and phytosanitary safety. High-level talks between Kazakhstan’s Vice Minister of Agriculture Yermek Kenzhekhanuly and Latvia’s Parliamentary Secretary of the Ministry of Climate and Energy Janis Irbe highlighted the growing partnership between the two countries.
In 2025, trade turnover in agricultural products between Kazakhstan and Latvia reached $51.4 million. Kazakhstan’s significant role in global food security was a central topic, with officials emphasizing the country’s vast agricultural land, which spans nearly 24 million hectares, much of it dedicated to grain production. Kazakhstan ranks among the world leaders in grain exports, placing 10th globally, while also holding top positions in flour and sunflower oil exports.
The discussions extended to transit routes, especially regarding the shipment of Kazakh plant products through the Baltic region, a strategic corridor that could enhance logistics efficiency. Cooperation in agricultural research and education also featured prominently, aiming to bolster innovation and knowledge exchange between institutions in both countries.
Following the talks, authorities from Kazakhstan and Latvia signed a Memorandum of Understanding on plant quarantine cooperation, setting the stage for tighter control measures and safer trade flows. This agreement marks an important step toward harmonizing standards and preventing the spread of pests and diseases across borders.
During the Kazakhstan–Latvia business forum held concurrently in Astana, representatives from both countries sought to deepen business ties, identify new collaborative opportunities, and facilitate connections among enterprises. This forum aims to accelerate the partnership and create sustained momentum for future agro-industrial development between Kazakhstan and Latvia.