Aleska Simkic

EU Ambassador to Kazakhstan, Continued interest in Central Asia, EU, Ukraine, Russia, OSCE, UN, climate, people… Personal views expressed.

[EU in Kazakhstan @EUinKazakhstan]

Dear Friends,
On June 14, Astana will host the international 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️Dostyq Run 2026 — a race celebrating friendship, unity, and mutual respect between Kazakhstan and Poland 🇰🇿🇵🇱

📍 Botanical Garden
🕘 Participant gathering — 09:00
🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️Race start — 10:00

[EU in Kazakhstan @EUinKazakhstan]

Today, we celebrated Europe Day right in the heart of Astana!
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us — your energy made this day truly unforgettable.

[EU in Kazakhstan @EUinKazakhstan]

EU Ambassador to Kazakhstan Aleška Simkić took part in the opening ceremony of the expanded service centre of Danish company FLSmidth in Karaganda together with representatives of the Government of Kazakhstan, regional authorities and industry partners.

https://t.co/0Q5GDcarOL

[Rémi Duflot @duflot_remi]

Very good exchange with EU Member States Ambassadors to #Kyrgyzstan🇰🇬 based in Astana.

Warm thanks to @ASimkic, my colleague in Kazakhstan, for the kind hosting!

Strong coordination. Shared priorities. A clear sense of #TeamEurope in action!

#EU4KG #Together4Tomorrow
🇪🇺🤝🇰🇬

[Roman Vassilenko @romanvassilenko]

Казахстанская весна в Европе | Jibek Joly News https://t.co/Mn94krrWNG

[EU in Kazakhstan @EUinKazakhstan]

Happy Nauryz, dear friends! May Nauryz bring peace and harmony to every family!

[Roman Vassilenko @romanvassilenko]

It is always great to see dear friend and colleague, Head of the EU Mission in Kazakhstan Ambassador Aleška Simkič.
After a very successful year for Kazakhstan-EU relations in 2025, we aim even higher for 2026.
And nothing beats meeting another great friend Amb. Peteris Ustubs)

[Aleska Simkic @ASimkic]

“There are certain areas, news in particular, where twitter is now worse than useless.” Word. https://t.co/WtdVrCoriI via @YouTube

[EU in Kazakhstan @EUinKazakhstan]

Today marks 33 years of EU-Kazakhstan 🇪🇺🇰🇿 diplomatic relations.

On 2 February 1993, the European Union and Kazakhstan officially established diplomatic relations. This marked the beginning of a strong and dynamic partnership.

[Aleska Simkic @ASimkic]

@romanvassilenko A man of many talents.

[Rasa Ostrauskaite @RasaOstrauskai2]

Huge thanks to @ASimkic for a great exchange with EU HoMs @OSCE on @EUinKazakhstan #GlobalGateway #EU@CentralAsia

[EU in Kazakhstan @EUinKazakhstan]

Happy National Day, Slovakia!🇸🇰

[EU in Kazakhstan @EUinKazakhstan]

Nestled in the Slovenian Alps, Lake Bled is one of Europe’s most picturesque places. Emerald waters, a small island church, and a medieval castle on a cliff create a true fairytale scene.

#DiscoverEU

[EU in Kazakhstan @EUinKazakhstan]

Today, the #EU Delegation, led by Ambassador Aleška Simkić, met with #UN representatives to discuss joint priorities ahead of the Regional Ecological Summit in April 2026. The meeting focused on coordination and shared approaches to advance regional environmental objectives.

[Peteris Ustubs @PeterisUstubs]

Looking forward to intense week in EU-Central Asia relation as #Uzbekistan hosts #EU-#CentralAsia Economic Forum and TransCaspian Transport Corridor Investors Forum with underlying message: more partnerships and investments for economic growth #GlobaGateway @JozefSikela

[EU in Kazakhstan @EUinKazakhstan]

Today, on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, we stand together and join the global 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence Campaign.

#NoExcuse #16days #EndVAW #OrangeTheWorld #SayNo #StopVAW #EndGBV #EUKZvsGBV

[EU in Kazakhstan @EUinKazakhstan]

🇰🇿🇪🇺The 18th meeting of the Kazakhstan–European Union Business Platform took place on 12 November, reaffirming the shared commitment to strengthening trade and economic cooperation and improving the business and investment climate in Kazakhstan.

[EU in Kazakhstan @EUinKazakhstan]

#EU Ambassador Aleska Simkic met with Kazakhstan’s Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev. In a constructive meeting, they discussed upcoming meetings and activities and noted the progress made in implementing the #EPCA since its launch ten years ago.

[EU in Kazakhstan @EUinKazakhstan]

#EU organized in Astana the Political Launch for #TeamEuropeInitiative on Digital Connectivity in Central Asia. In line with the #GlobalGateway, the EU brought together high-level partners to align the TEI’s Soft and Hard Pillars and advance shared objectives in #CentralAsia.

[EU in Kazakhstan @EUinKazakhstan]

EU Ambassador together with Johannes, Head of the Cooperation Section, are excited to welcome three new colleagues to the EU Delegation management team: