India, Kazakhstan Review Strategic Partnership

  • 19 Feb 2026

On 18th February 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Kazakhstan Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov reviewed bilateral cooperation across key sectors during a meeting held on the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi.

Key Points

  • Strategic Partnership Review: Both leaders reviewed cooperation in political engagement, trade, defence and security, connectivity, energy, emerging technologies and people-to-people exchanges under the India–Kazakhstan Strategic Partnership.
  • AI Impact Summit Engagement: Prime Minister Modi appreciated Bektenov’s participation in the AI Impact Summit, highlighting shared commitment to leveraging technology for social good and economic growth.
  • Focus on Critical Sectors: The leaders identified strong potential for enhanced collaboration in trade, energy, critical minerals, rare earths, defence manufacturing, connectivity and space cooperation.
  • Energy and Resource Cooperation: Discussions emphasised expanding engagement in energy security and supply chains for critical minerals and rare earth elements.
  • Consular and Citizen Protection Issues: Both sides exchanged views on consular matters and protection of citizens’ rights, with India expressing readiness to hold dedicated consular consultations.