From October 25 to 26, 2023, Vice Minister of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan Iran Sharkhan and Chairman of the National Geological Survey JSC Erlan Galiyev took part in the Global Gateway forum in Brussels (Belgium).
The event, which focused on green energy, education and research, critical raw materials, transport corridors, healthcare manufacturing and digital infrastructure, was opened by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
During the visit, the Kazakh delegation took part in a panel session dedicated to the problem of rare earth metals and discussed issues of joint cooperation with the parties. Also, I. Sharkhan and E. Galiyev held a number of bilateral meetings with the heads of European organizations.
