Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s state visit to Russia is being hailed as a diplomatic highlight of 2025, marking a new era in Kazakhstan-Russia relations. During meetings in Moscow, Tokayev and Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a landmark declaration on comprehensive strategic partnership, highlighting cooperation in trade, energy, defense, and regional security. Both leaders emphasized their nations’ close ties and mutual interests, with Tokayev calling Russia “Kazakhstan’s most important partner” and lauding the exceptional warmth and trust in the relationship.