Kazakhstan and Latvia Strengthen Parliamentary Dialogue
## Kazakhstan and Latvia to Strengthen Parliamentary Dialog
The Kazakh and Latvian sides expressed mutual interest in bolstering bilateral relations, particularly through enhanced trade, economic cooperation, and parliamentary engagement, as of January 9, 2026.This follows a meeting between Kazakhstan’s Speaker of the Majilis Yerlan Kosayev and Latvia’s Speaker of the Saeima Linda liepiņa.
### Bilateral Relations Between Kazakhstan and Latvia
Kazakhstan and Latvia maintain diplomatic relations, with both countries seeking to expand cooperation in various fields. Linda liepiņa,Latvia’s Speaker of the Saeima,specifically highlighted the importance of deepening trade and economic ties and reinvigorating the interparliamentary dimension of the relationship. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan reported on the meeting, noting the mutual desire for stronger collaboration.
### Recent Diplomatic Activity in Kazakhstan
On January 9, 2026, the ambassadors of the United States and Bulgaria presented their credentials to Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.Qazinform, a Kazakh news agency, reported on this event, indicating ongoing diplomatic engagement with Kazakhstan. This credential presentation is a standard diplomatic procedure signifying the formal commencement of an ambassador’s mission.
### Kazakhstan’s Majilis (Parliament)
The Majilis is the lower house of Kazakhstan’s parliament. It plays a crucial role in the legislative process, including the consideration and adoption of laws. Yerlan Kosayev, as Speaker of the Majilis, leads this legislative body and represents Kazakhstan in interparliamentary relations. the Majilis consists of 98 deputies elected by proportional representation.