Tatarstan has signed 8 intergovernmental agreements with the provinces of China
Tatarstan is a prime example of building relations with China at the regional level. The republic has already signed eight intergovernmental agreements with the provinces of China, Taliya Minullina, head of the Tatarstan Investment Development Agency, said at the Russian-Chinese Investment Development and Trade Cooperation forum "Investment Route. Agryz station".
"Cooperation should not be limited only to the highest authorities, but it is important to develop partnership on the ground, between regions, provinces, municipalities. <...> The Republic of Tatarstan is a vivid example of such a partnership. We have already signed eight intergovernmental agreements with the provinces of the People's Republic of China," Minullina said.
She noted that specific projects are being implemented with Chinese partners in various fields, and cultural and humanitarian cooperation is increasing. She also reminded me that the Consulate General of the People's Republic of China operates in Kazan.
Minullina also welcomed the participants on behalf of the Head of the Republic of Tatarstan, Rustam Minnikhanov. In his address, Minnikhanov emphasized the special role of China as a strategic partner of Tatarstan. "Our republics are linked by long-term strong business and humanitarian relations. We highly appreciate the active interest of Chinese companies in joint projects in industry, agriculture, construction, logistics, education and culture. In recent years, a number of successful initiatives have been implemented in these areas," Minullina read out her welcoming speech.
The forum, which takes place from October 22 to October 24 in the Agryzsky district of Tatarstan, has become the center of international dialogue. The three-day platform brought together representatives of government, business and the expert community of the two countries.