Accompanied by Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit was marked by ceremonial honours, including a fighter jet escort and a vibrant display of national pride.

Chinese President Xi Jinping on June 17 signed a treaty to further elevate China’s ties with the five countries of Central Asia. At a summit held in the Kazakh capital of Astana, Xi made it plain that Beijing is keen to further expand and deepen cooperation across areas including trade,

Chinese President Xi Jinping left Wednesday for Beijing after attending the second China-Central Asia Summit in Astana. Upon Xi's departure, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and other senior officials saw him off at the airport.