ASTANA, October 7. /TASS/. Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated Russian President Vladimir Putin on his birthday during a phone call, highlighting his outstanding role in Russia’s development, the Kazakh leader’s press office said.

"President Tokayev highlighted Vladimir Putin’s outstanding role in Russia’s development and his tireless efforts for the benefit of the Russian people. The president also stressed the Russian leader’s major personal contribution to strengthening the strategic partnership and allied relations between Kazakhstan and Russia," the press office added.

The two leaders also discussed the schedule of upcoming joint events.