“The measures are temporary and targeted, aimed at maintaining order at the border and preventing the illegal circulation of goods, which poses a threat to national security,” the statement said.
Kazakhstan highly values its good-neighborly relations with Kyrgyzstan, viewing it as a strategic partner and ally. The authorities of Kazakhstan hope for understanding from Kyrgyzstan and for joint efforts to combat illegal activities that could cause significant harm to the economies of both countries and their international reputation.
The leadership of Kazakhstan has always shown respect for the Kyrgyz people and its authorities, which is the foundation of its foreign strategy, and this will not change under the influence of current circumstances.
“Stopping illegal transportation serves the interests of both states,” the message added.
The EEC also noted that such measures fall within the national competence of the member states of the Eurasian Economic Union and do not affect Eurasian integration.
It was previously reported that at the checkpoint on the border with Kazakhstan, the movement of trucks has been virtually halted — drivers state that they have been unable to cross the border for three days.
The Eurasian Economic Commission also commented on the situation at certain sections of the border, indicating that the delays are related to planned measures to combat the illegal circulation of goods.
The Kazakh side emphasizes that these measures are temporary and do not affect the process of Eurasian integration.
