Acting President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, Chairman of the State Security and Peace Commission of the Repiblic of the Union of Myanmar, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, who is currently in Astana of the Republic of Kazakhstan at the invitation of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mr Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, accompanied by members of the high-level Myanmar delegation, visited the Astana Internatioal Financial Centre (AIFC) yesterday morning.
They were welcomed by Chairman of the AIFC Management Board Mr Bakhtiyar Tleubekov and officials. The Acting President and SSPC Chairman of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar and party visited the centre and asked about some points over the clarification of officials.
The Management Board Chairman and officials of the AIFC and officials from industrial and trade companies of Kazakhstan explained facts about AIFC, its high technologies, and operation of investment and technological innovation, invitation to investments to the special economic zones in Kazakhstan, arrangements for investors with opportunities, technological assistance and secure work process, promotion of trade between Myanmar and Kazakhstan, and measures of industries and trade sectors.
The Acting President and SSPC Chairman of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar and party had documentary photos taken together with officials of the AIFC Management Board. After visiting the Museum of Trust in the centre, they discussed the matters explained.
The Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC), located in Astana, is a financial and investment services institution that officially opened on 5 July 2018. It was established to promote the development of Kazakhstan’s financial sector and to attract regional investments. As a financial services hub linked to the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), the AIFC is expanding cooperation with the aim of extending its reach beyond Central Asia to the Middle East, China, Mongolia, and across the world.
On the evening of 27 September, the Acting President and SSPC Chairman of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar and party visited the Baiterek historic monument and observation tower in Astana and viewed round urban development of Astana. After touring the Baiterek historic monument and observation tower, they asked some points over clarification of officials.
The Baiterek Historic Monument and Observation Tower, built in 1997, is a landmark symbolizing the relocation of Kazakhstan’s capital to Astana. It stands as both a national symbol and a striking example of modern architecture, representing a new beginning for the Kazakh people. Baiterek is 97 metres (318 feet) tall, with a large glass sphere supported by 500 columns, which from certain angles appears to be made of gold. The initial sketch of Baiterek was drawn by Kazakhstan’s First President Mr Nursultan Nazarbayev, on a napkin while on a flight. That napkin is preserved as a historic heritage item in the First President’s Museum. The design and symbolism of Baiterek are closely connected with traditional Kazakh beliefs. In Kazakh legend, Baiterek represents the “Tree of Life,” upon which the mythical bird Samruk resides. Samruk lays a golden egg in the tree, symbolizing the sun and bringing life and rays of hope. The 22-metre golden sphere at the top of Baiterek represents this legendary sun. Created as a cultural centre of the capital, the monument includes an aquarium, a café, and a cultural hall 4.5 metres underground, while the observation deck on the 34th floor where bears the golden sphere offers panoramic views of the city. In 2003, representatives from 17 religions held the first interfaith prayer at the Baiterek monument. Baiterek is regarded as a unique structure blending Kazakhstan’s culture, legends, and modern progress. It is also seen as a symbol of peace, and many visitors make prayers at the monument when they come to see it.
Later, they viewed round urban developmen of Capital Astana.
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