Dynamics of Development of the Main Areas of Cooperation Between Kazakhstan and Japan: Comparative Analysis and Assessment of Prospects
Nurseitova L. Ashinova Z. Akifumi S. Rymbekova A.
2025Asia-Pacific Social Science Review
Asia-Pacific Social Science Review
2025#25Issue 298 - 111 pp.
The importance of the study is defined by the need for a complete assessment of the existing situation and the potential for further growth of major sectors of cooperation between Kazakhstan and Japan in the context of increasing global instability. The purpose of the study is to assess the current state and outline prospects for further intensification of political dialogue, trade, economic ties, and humanitarian contacts, considering the national interests of the parties. Historical-genetic and comparative-historical methods, methods of typologisation, analysis, and comparative and statistical analysis are used to assess the dynamics of the development of bilateral relations. The steady growth of bilateral trade and Japanese investments in key sectors of the economy of Kazakhstan is analyzed. The positive dynamics of the expansion of humanitarian exchanges in the fields of education, science, and culture are shown. Therewith, reserves for further intensification of cooperation are identified. In particular, it is possible to increase the share of innovative and high-tech products in trade and expand joint research and development. Deepening academic exchanges and establishing direct contacts between cultural institutions and non-governmental organizations of the two countries are also promising areas. Specific proposals are formulated to further enhance economic partnership through the mechanisms of the Joint Commission and business councils. Measures to expand cultural and humanitarian cooperation are outlined, including the creation of national cultural centers and the promotion of youth and volunteer exchanges. The developed recommendations consider the key national interests of Kazakhstan and Japan.
educational programmes , national interests , strategic partnership , tourism potential , trade and economic relations , youth exchanges
Text of the article Перейти на текст статьи
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, Kazakhstan
University of Tsukuba, Tsukuba, Japan
Astana International University, Astana, Kazakhstan
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University
University of Tsukuba
Astana International University
10 лет помогаем публиковать статьи Международный издатель
Книга Публикация научной статьи Волощук 2026 Book Publication of a scientific article 2026