During a meeting with the city’s mayor, Ivica Puljak, discussions focused on strengthening economic and cultural-humanitarian connections. The Ambassador briefed the leadership of Split on the priority socio-economic measures and initiatives outlined in President K. Tokayev’s State of the Nation Address. He highlighted plans to revamp the tax system, support SMEs, develop the agro-industrial sector, modernize transport infrastructure, and introduce digital technologies. The President’s State of the Nation Address also included plans to provide incentives and subsidies for investors in key sectors of the Kazakh economy.

The Ambassador expressed appreciation to the city leadership for supporting the Honorary Consulate of Kazakhstan in Split. During the visit, he presented a consular patent to Kruno Peronja, the newly appointed Honorary Consul of Kazakhstan. The activities of the Honorary Consulate are expected to enhance trade and economic relations, expand tourism, and foster educational and cultural exchanges between Kazakhstan and Croatia. The possibility of holding an exhibition showcasing Kazakhstan’s investment and tourism potential in the historic part of Split, which attracts over 5 million foreign tourists annually, was also discussed.

Meetings with the leadership of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry and regional business circles included presentations on Kazakhstan's export opportunities, state support measures for foreign investors, promising areas for business cooperation, and the country’s overall economic development model.

The Ambassador also visited Croatia’s largest technology park, where Croatian tech specialists demonstrated advanced developments in software and information technologies. These innovations aim to improve efficiency and automation in various sectors, including transport, energy, agriculture, healthcare, education, justice, trade, finance, telecommunications, and construction. Agreements were made to exchange information on tenders and pursue joint business projects.

Source: Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Croatia