European Union in Kazakhstan

As part of the global campaign 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, a Delegation from the 🇪🇺European Union and 🇺🇳UN Women visited the Karaganda region. In collaboration with the Commission on Women’s Affairs and Family and Demographic Policy under the Akim of the Karaganda region, they organized a series of events. The Delegation visited the women police unit, career center for people with disability and Youth resource center, as well as Karaganda Medical University. #EUKZvsGBV #16days #16Days2024 #NoExuse#EndVAW#OrangeTheWorld #SayNo #StopVAW #EndGBV#16Days2024KZ

We are delighted to welcome Ms Pilvi Torsti, the Director of the European Training Foundation on her first-ever visit to Astana! This visit underscores the growing partnership between the EU and Central Asia in advancing skills development and fostering opportunities for innovation, education, and employment across the region. #ETF #Skills4Future #EuropeanTrainingFoundation #etf30years #DARYA

The European Union Delegation was delighted to participate in the XV ASA Christmas Charity Bazaar, a cherished tradition that, over the past 15 years, has united people from around the world in a spirit of generosity and hope here in Kazakhstan. From its inception to today, this event has become a symbol of unity, bringing together countries with diverse cultures and traditions to support local charities and extend a helping hand to those in need. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the Christmas Charity Bazaar! #CharityBazaar2024

We are delighted to welcome Kaja Kallas as the new High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission.⁣ ⁣ “We must continue working together to ensure Europe is an effective global partner to keep our citizens free, safe and prosperous.” Kaja Kallas 💐⁣ ⁣ Follow Kaja Kallas and catch up about her latest activities, meetings, missions and all around EU foreign policy.

“My name is Josep Borrell, I am Spanish and Catalan, and I also feel deeply European”.⁣ ⁣ With these words, HR/VP Josep Borrell began his journey in October 2019. Five years later, he hands over the baton, leaving a legacy built on realism, unity, and partnership.⁣ ⁣ From the COVID-19 pandemic to Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine and Hamas’ attack on Israel, Borrell stood as the face and voice of the European Union in challenging times 🇪🇺 💙⁣ ⁣ Thank you, Josep Borrell, for your leadership and commitment to Europe.⁣

December 1 marks the National Day of 🇷🇴Romania! So let's cook one of the country's national dishes, Sarmale (Romanian Cabbage Rolls). 🥬Prepare the Cabbage: Soak sour cabbage in cold water overnight or rinse well if short on time. Remove cores and cut large leaves in half. Cook the Filling: Sauté onions in oil until soft, add rice, and cook for a minute. Mix in a bowl with ground pork, parsley, dill, salt, pepper, and the onion-rice mixture. 🥘Preheat oven to 191°C. Fill each cabbage leaf with ¼ cup meat mixture, roll, and tuck ends. Layer in Oven: Chop leftover cabbage and spread on the bottom. Add a layer of rolls, top with bacon, and repeat, finishing with chopped cabbage and ground pepper. Pour tomato juice over rolls and add water to cover. Cover and bake for 2 hours, then uncover and bake 1–1.5 hours. 😋Enjoy the Sarmale with sour cream!

Robert Brudzynski, Programme Manager at the EU Delegation Cooperation Section for Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan, awards the winners of the Student Contest on #SustainableEnergy in Mary, Turkmenistan, today.🏆⚡ The Contest was organised among the students of the State Energy Institute of Turkmenistan on the eve of the International Conference "Sustainable Energy for Environmental Protection - Reviewing International Best Practices". European Union in Kazakhstan #EU4CentralAsia

As part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, EU Ambassador Aleska Simkic visited Atyrau Oil and Gas University, where she met with students and leadership. Together with UN-Women representatives - the initiators of the visit, she discussed the importance of combating gender-based violence and the vital role of youth in this effort. Students shared their perspectives and emphasized the need for collective action. #EUKZvsGBV #16days #16Days2024 #NoExuse #EndVAW#OrangeTheWorld #SayNo #StopVAW #EndGBV #16Days2024KZ

Terhi Hakala, the European Union Special Representative for Central Asia, has concluded her farewell visit to #Kazakhstan. During her trip, Ambassador Hakala engaged in discussions with high-ranking government officials and met with civil society and media representatives. These meetings underscored the strong partnership between the European Union and Kazakhstan and reaffirmed the shared commitment to fostering regional cooperation and mutual understanding. #EU4CA #EUCentralAsia #EUinKZ #CentralAsiaMatters

It is with sincere gratitude and respect that the EU Delegation bids farewell to Ambassador Terhi Hakala, the EU Special Representative for Central Asia. Working alongside her has been an honour and pleasure. Her dedication to further strengthening EU-Central Asia relations is inspiring. This is not a goodbye, but see you again soon! Hyvä Terhi, toivotamme sinulle kaikkea hyvää ja menestystä jatkossa! 🇪🇺🇰🇿 #CentralAsiaMatters