International Conference on Eurasian Economies
11-13 October 2012 – Almaty, KAZAKHSTAN
Paper detail
Paper ID : 459
Status : Paper published
Language : Turkish
Topic : International Trade and Globalization
Presenter: Asst. Prof. Dr. Serdar Kuzu
Session : 1C Uluslararası Ticaret I
An Overview of Relations between Turkey and Kazakhstan in Light Of Economic Developments in Central Asia
Orta Asya’daki Ekonomik Gelişmeleri Bağlamında Türkiye’nin Kazakistan ile İlişkilerine Genel Bir Bakış
- Asst. Prof. Dr. Tuğçe Uzun Kocamış (İstanbul University, Türkiye)
- Asst. Prof. Dr. Serdar Kuzu (Istanbul University, Türkiye)
- Mr. Emre Aksu (Istanbul University, Türkiye)
Abstract
Kazakhstan is in a distinctive position among other Central Asian Republics due to its rich economic resources. It has the highest per capita GDP. Turkey is the first country to recognize the independence of Kazakhstan. Kazakhstan is the major strategic partner of Turkey in Central Asia. Due to its active and constructive approach, its importance has been increasing in Turkey’s foreign policy. Turkey, having qualified human resources, technology know-how, and international experience, is capable of supporting Central Asian countries in various areas. When their economy, production structure, export and import demands are compared withTurkey, we may see a great collaboration opportunities to complement each other. Due to the common history, ethnics, and culture, Turkey has become the strategic partner for Kazakhstan. Turkeyis also an important market for Kazakhstan as it has a continously developing industry, increasing consumer expenses, and growing export potential.
JEL codes: F43, A13, F00
Uzun Kocamış, Tuğçe, Kuzu, Serdar, Aksu, Emre (2012). "An Overview of Relations between Turkey and Kazakhstan in Light Of Economic Developments in Central Asia " in Proceedings of International Conference of Eurasian Economies 2012, pp.264-267, Almaty, KAZAKHSTAN.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36880/C03.00459
Session 1C: Uluslararası Ticaret I
