03.07.2024, 13:13 38756

Kazakhstan's Progress in Protecting Human Rights Highly Welcomed in Geneva

Yerlan Alimbayev, Permanent Representative of Kazakhstan to the UN in Geneva, during a meeting with Volker Turk, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, informed him about recent changes in the Kazakhstan's legislation in the field of human rights protection, as well as the work of our country's delegation at the UN Human Rights Council, press service of the Kazakh MFA reports.

In particular, Ambassador Alimbayev spoke about the laws on ensuring the rights of women and the safety of children, known as the criminalization of domestic violence, as well as on mass media issues, which establish additional legal guarantees for journalists. In addition, the news about the publication of the Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Braille for the first time was brought to the attention of the High Commissioner.

Along with this, the parties discussed Kazakhstan's joint statement on combating domestic violence, which was presented for the first time at the global human rights platform during the 56th session of the HRC. The document was supported by 62 UN member states.

High Commissioner Volker Turk welcomed the efforts of our country in promoting human rights issues, as well as the contribution to the work of the Human Rights Council. He noted the importance of the full and effective implementation of the progressive law in the field of protection of women and children from violence in all its forms.

The UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) was established in accordance with the General Assembly Resolution 60/251 of March 15, 2006 and is an intergovernmental body of the UN system, responsible for promoting universal respect for and protection of human rights around the world, reviewing situations related to human rights violations, as well as preparing relevant recommendations. The UN Human Rights Council replaced the UN Human Rights Commission that preceded it. The Council consists of 47 member states, who are elected for a three-year term by a majority vote, by direct secret ballot.
 

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21.11.2025, 09:41 223041

Kazakh-Qatar Foreign Ministry Consultations Held in Astana

The third round of political consultations between the foreign ministries of Kazakhstan and Qatar were held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Alibek Bakayev, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Ahmed Hassan Al-Hammadi, Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar led the delegations, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.

Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to further expanding multifaceted cooperation and injecting new momentum into the strategic partnership between the two countries.

The focus was on further strengthening political interaction, improving coordination mechanisms between the foreign ministries, and exploring new areas for the development of bilateral relations.

Particular emphasis was placed on the importance of consistently implementing the agreements reached at the highest level during meetings between the leaders of the two countries in Astana and Doha last year, which laid a solid foundation for long-term cooperation.

Considerable attention was paid to economic and investment cooperation. The parties exchanged views on the prospects for developing joint projects in the energy sector, the financial sector, telecommunications, agro-industrial complex, logistics, and digital technologies.

Cultural and humanitarian issues played an important role in the dialogue. Both sides expressed a shared commitment to further strengthening ties between their peoples.

Furthermore, the parties exchanged assessments of key international and regional processes. They noted the similarity of their approaches to pressing issues of international security and sustainable development, as well as the highly productive interaction at the UN, OIC, CICA, IOFS and other multilateral platforms.
 

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20.11.2025, 22:10 229126

Kazakh Foreign Minister Received Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Qatar

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev received the Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar Ahmed Hassan Al-Hammadi, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.

During the meeting, the interlocutors acknowledged the high level of political dialog, the dynamic development of trade and investment ties, and reviewed current issues of bilateral cooperation.

Special attention was paid to the effective implementation of the agreements, in particular major investment projects, reached during President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s visits to Doha last year.

Concluding the meeting the parties confirmed their interest in further expanding cooperation between the two countries.
 

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21.10.2025, 15:30 406126

Kazakhstan and European Union Committed to Further Expanding Strategic Partnership

Kazakhstan and European Union Committed to Further Expanding Strategic Partnership
On the margins of the ministerial meeting dedicated to advancing the agenda of infrastructure connectivity between the countries of Central Asia, the Eastern Partnership, Türkiye, and the European Union, Kazakhstan’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Arman Issetov held meetings with Vice-President of the European Commission - EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas, European Commissioner for International Partnerships Jozef Síkela, and EU Special Representative for Central Asia Eduards Stiprais, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.

During the conversations, the parties expressed their satisfaction with the multifaceted and dynamically developing cooperation between Kazakhstan and the European Union, which is built on mutual respect, trust, and shared interests.

This progress has been facilitated by the practical implementation of the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (EPCA) between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the European Union and its member states.

This December marks the 10th anniversary of the EPCA, which has brought Kazakhstan - EU relations to a qualitatively new level. It was underlined that among the 29 areas of cooperation outlined in the agreement, Astana and Brussels are jointly implementing shared priorities in the fields of transport and logistics, critical raw materials, green energy, digital transformation, agriculture, education, and science.

Deputy Minister Issetov noted that strengthening bilateral cooperation contributes to the development of cross-regional interaction between the Central Asian countries and the European Union. In this context, he emphasized the importance of the effective implementation of the agreements reached at the "CA - EU" Summit held in Samarkand last April.

The Kazakh diplomat also briefed his counterparts on the main directions of reforms in Kazakhstan, as outlined in the September State-of-the-Nation Address by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, titled "Kazakhstan in the Era of Artificial Intelligence: Current Challenges and Solutions through Digital Transformation".

The parties also discussed the schedule of upcoming joint international events at the high and highest levels, including the forthcoming visit by EU Special Representative for Central Asia Eduards Stiprais to Astana.

Following the meeting, the sides agreed to continue their dialogue and advance joint projects across all areas of the Kazakhstan - EU partnership.
 

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14.10.2025, 21:07 461291

Kazakhstan Presented the Results of National Reports on Human Rights to the Diplomatic Corps

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan presented the outcomes of its review of national reports on the implementation of commitments under the Universal Periodic Review of the UN Human Rights Council and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. Representatives from over 50 diplomatic missions and 12 international organizations participated in the event, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.

The keynote addresses were delivered by Botagoz Zhakselekova, Vice Minister of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Didar Temenov, Director of the Department of Multilateral Cooperation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

B.Zhakselekova provided a detailed overview of comprehensive changes in legislation and law enforcement practices, including simplifying the registration procedure for political parties, introducing a 30% quota for women, youth, and persons with disabilities in elected bodies, expanding the powers and strengthening the independence of the Ombudsman, adopting a law on peaceful assemblies, launching the petition system, as well as strengthening penalties for domestic violence and measures to combat torture and human trafficking.

During the briefing D. Temenov expressed gratitude to the representatives of UN member states for their support of Kazakhstan's political and democratic reforms. He particularly recalled the opinion of UN Human Rights Committee experts noting the positive changes in the country's human rights legislation and measures to improve human rights institutions. The Kazakh diplomat also praised the high level of cooperation with the UN and the OSCE in this area.

Acting UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan/Director of the World Health Organization Country Office Skender Syla and Head of the OSCE Programme Office in Astana Alexey Rogov confirmed their readiness for further engagement with Kazakhstan in the promotion and protection of human rights.

Participants expressed interest in the information on Kazakhstan's plans to implement the recommendations received following the defense of these reports and noted the importance of continuing Kazakhstan's constructive dialogue with international human rights mechanisms.
 

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14.10.2025, 09:25 461586

Kazakhstan’s Foreign Minister Held a Meeting with the Director-General of the FAO

Kazakhstan’s Foreign Minister Held a Meeting with the Director-General of the FAO
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Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev met with Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Qu Dongyu during his working visit to Italy, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.

During the meeting, the Kazakh Foreign Minister congratulated his counterpart on the Organization’s 80th anniversary, noting its contribution to global food security and sustainable agricultural development.

Minister Kosherbayev emphasized that joint projects have already been launched within the framework of the Partnership Program between Kazakhstan and FAO, and expressed readiness to further expand cooperation in this area.

The parties discussed ways to promote cooperation and considered the possibility of establishing a second partnership program in the field of water resources.

At the end of the meeting, Minister Kosherbayev and Director-General Qu Dongyu took part in the official opening of the "Kazakhstan" Room at FAO headquarters, which is a multifunctional space, open to all member states and the Organization’s Secretariat.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Minister noted that this event marks an important milestone in the development of close and fruitful cooperation between Kazakhstan and FAO, which began when the country joined the Organization in 1997.

In recent years, our interaction with FAO, including within the framework of the Kazakhstan-FAO Partnership Program, has enabled us to ensure broad cooperation in key sectors. The opening of this hall is not just a gesture of goodwill, but also a clear demonstration of our commitment to the common goals and principles of multilateral cooperation," said Minister Kosherbayev.

 

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25.09.2025, 20:25 598056

Kazakhstan's Foreign Minister Holds Series of Bilateral Meetings on the Sidelines of the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly

Within the framework of participation in the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Murat Nurtleu, held a series of bilateral meetings with U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau, as well as with the foreign ministers of Togo, Austria, Oman, Armenia, Belarus, and Cyprus, press service of the Kazakh MFA reports.

During the meeting with Christopher Landau, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of Kazakh–American relations. It was emphasized that cooperation between Kazakhstan and the United States continues to demonstrate a steady positive dynamic, grounded in mutual trust and shared interests.

Minister Nurtleu highlighted the importance of an expanded strategic partnership with the United States, noting that Kazakhstan, as the largest economy in Central Asia and a key Eurasian hub, plays a vital role in supporting the American economic presence in the region.

At the meeting with Robert Dussey, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and Togolese Abroad of the Republic of Togo, the sides noted the steady development of bilateral relations. Following the talks an agreement was signed on visa exemptions for holders of diplomatic and service passports.

With Beate Meinl-Reisinger, Federal Minister for European and International Affairs of the Republic of Austria, the parties discussed ways to deepen Kazakh–Austrian cooperation in the political, economic, cultural, and humanitarian fields. The importance of intensifying bilateral dialogue and strengthening collaboration within the framework of the Intergovernmental Commission and the Business Council was emphasized.

During talks with Badr Al-Busaidi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Sultanate of Oman, special attention was paid to prospects for expanding trade, economic, and investment partnerships. The parties also noted the importance of coordinating efforts within international organizations to achieve sustainable development and promote global security.

The current agenda of bilateral and multilateral cooperation was discussed with Ararat Mirzoyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia. Particular attention was paid to preparations for the upcoming official visit of the Prime Minister of Armenia to Kazakhstan.

In a meeting with Belarusian Foreign Minister Maksim Ryzhenkov, the parties focused on the consistent development of political dialogue and the strengthening of trade and economic ties. Kazakhstan and Belarus confirmed their mutual interest in expanding humanitarian and interregional cooperation.

At the meeting with Constantinos Kombos, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus, the sides reviewed the outcomes of recent bilateral visits and identified new areas for cooperation in fields such as transport, energy, agriculture, and digitalization. Kazakhstan expressed its readiness to collaborate in the context of Cyprus’s upcoming presidency of the Council of the European Union.

These meetings confirmed the high level of mutual trust and interest shared by all partners in further strengthening bilateral cooperation.
 

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25.09.2025, 12:48 598456

Kazakhstan’s Foreign Ministry Discussed Prospects for Developing Cooperation with Cyprus

Kazakhstan’s Foreign Ministry Discussed Prospects for Developing Cooperation with Cyprus
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Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Cyprus to Kazakhstan Petros Nacouzis, press service of the Kazakh MFA reports.

During the meeting the parties discussed current issues of the bilateral agenda as well as prospects for further strengthening Kazakh-Cypriot cooperation.

The sides noted the positive dynamics of relations and expressed their readiness to implement joint projects in the fields of transport and logistics, information technologies, financial services, and tourism. Particular attention was paid to expanding humanitarian and educational exchanges, as well as cooperation in the legal sphere.

Arman Issetov emphasized that Cyprus is an important partner of Kazakhstan in the European Union and expressed Astana’s readiness to actively cooperate with Nicosia within the frameworks of the EU, the UN, and the OSCE.

Petros Nacouzis reaffirmed the Cypriot side’s intention to further contribute to strengthening multilateral ties, including enhancing business contacts and promoting cultural initiatives.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the interlocutors agreed to continue regular dialogue and maintain the momentum of contacts at both bilateral and multilateral levels.
 

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24.09.2025, 20:38 606831

Kazakhstan and Pakistan Strengthen Cooperation in Healthcare

Kazakhstan and Pakistan Strengthen Cooperation in Healthcare
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Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Pakistan, Yerzhan Kistafin, held a meeting with the Federal Minister for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination of Pakistan, Syed Mustafa, press service of the Kazakh MFA reports.

During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for the development of cooperation in the field of healthcare, in particular in the pharmaceutical industry, the production of surgical instruments and medical education.

As a result of the negotiations, an agreement was reached to hold a series of consultations in order to identify specific areas of cooperation in the near future.
 

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