Scientific-Practical Conference on Occasion of 80th Anniversary of the UN was Held in Almaty
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The Representative Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty and the Permanent Mission of the UN in Kazakhstan held a scientific-practical conference on the occasion of 80th anniversary of the UN "Cooperation for peace and development: 33 years of the admission of Kazakhstan to the UN" in the UN Plaza building, press service of the Kazakh MFA reports.
Ambassador-at-Large - Head of the Representative Office of the MFA of Kazakhstan in Almaty Zhanibek Abdrashov, former Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, first Permanent Representative of Kazakhstan to the UN Akmaral Arystanbekova and representative of the UN Department of Global Communications in Kazakhstan Vlastimil Samek spoke at the event. Consuls General of China, France and Russia also delivered speeches.
The event was attended by representatives of the diplomatic corps, heads of UN agencies, representatives of the scientific community and students of the faculties of international relations.
In his statement, Abdrashov congratulated participants on the 33rd anniversary of the Republic of Kazakhstan’s accession to the UN, which this year coincides with the 80th anniversary of the UN. He emphasized the success of the Organization in fruitful cooperation with the international community in addressing complex global challenges and reflected Kazakhstan’s foreign policy initiatives implemented over the past years.
During the conference, the participants noted the role of the UN in ensuring international peace and security, promoting human rights and sustainable development.
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Discussions on Preparations for the First Central Asia-Republic of Korea Summit were held in Seoul
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As part of his visit to Seoul, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev took part in the first Senior Officials’ Meeting of the Central Asia-Republic of Korea Cooperation Forum, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.
During the meeting, the participants discussed the progress in preparations for the upcoming summit and exchanged views on current issues of regional cooperation.
Speaking at the meeting, A.Bakayev emphasized that the first "Central Asia - Republic of Korea" Summit, scheduled for September 2026, is intended to provide a new strategic impetus to the development of multifaceted cooperation between the countries of the region and the Republic of Korea. He noted the particular importance of the upcoming Summit as a key platform for advancing joint initiatives aimed at ensuring sustainable development, stability, and prosperity in the region.
In addition, a bilateral meeting was held with Chung Eui-hae, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, as well as a courtesy call on Cho Hyun, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea. During the meetings, the sides noted the traditionally friendly and trusting nature of Kazakh-Korean relations and confirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening bilateral cooperation.
Talks with Republic of Korea Minister of Trade Yeo Han-koo, as well as with First Vice Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport Kim Yi Tak, focused on trade and investment cooperation, the development of transport and logistics connectivity, and the promotion of the Alatau City project.
Furthermore, during his visit to Seoul, A.Bakayev held separate meetings with representatives of the business community of the Republic of Korea, including KITA, KOIMA, CONTEC Space Group, YPP and others. During the meetings, the prospects for expanding economic and investment cooperation were discussed.
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Kazakhstan-Poland Business Forum in Astana: Strengthening Business Partnership
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The Kazakhstan-Poland Business Forum was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the 10th session of the Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.
The event aimed to enhance bilateral trade, economic and investment cooperation and brought together over 120 representatives of leading Kazakh and Polish companies.
From the Kazakh side, the speakers included Co-Chair of the Intergovernmental Commission, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov, and Vice Minister of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan Sanzhar Zharkeshov.
The Polish side was represented by Co-Chair of the Commission, Deputy Minister of Economic Development and Technology of the Republic of Poland Michal Baranowski, as well as representatives of government agencies and leading Polish companies.
Opening the plenary session, Deputy Minister Issetov noted the steady development of Kazakhstan-Poland relations.
Last year, bilateral trade exceeded 1.2 billion US dollars, while around 150 companies with Polish capital are currently operating in Kazakhstan, including such well-known brands as Polpharma, Selena Group, Rogalik, Suus and Maspex," he stated.
In turn, Deputy Minister Baranowski expressed confidence that the forum would provide additional impetus for establishing new business contacts and launching joint projects, highlighting logistics, transport, energy and agriculture as priority areas of cooperation.
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Overall, the forum confirmed the mutual interest of Astana and Warsaw in further expanding trade and economic cooperation.
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Kazakhstan and India Reinforce Bilateral Strategic Ties
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Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of India Azamat Yeskarayev, held a meeting with General Director of the Department of Foreign Economic Relations, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India Dr. Basir Ahmed, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.
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The Kazakh side congratulated India on its BRICS presidency in 2026. In this context, it was noted that, at the invitation of the Indian side, a Kazakh delegation is expected to participate in a meeting within the BRICS framework. The sides discussed certain organizational aspects of the upcoming event.
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Kazakh-Azerbaijani relations demonstrate steady and progressive development and possess significant potential. We reaffirm our strong commitment to further strengthening the allied partnership with brotherly Azerbaijan and enriching our cooperation with new substance", Kosherbayev stressed.
During the talks the parties also discussed current issues on the international agenda. The high level of cooperation between Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan within multilateral frameworks was underscored, along with the importance of continued joint efforts to promote peace and stability.
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Kazakhstan Strengthens Comprehensive Partnership with UN ESCAP
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The Permanent Representative of Kazakhstan to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UN ESCAP), Margulan Baimukhan, met with Professor Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana, Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Secretary of ESCAP, at the Commission’s headquarters in Bangkok, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.
The meeting focused on preparations for the 82nd session of the Commission to be held from 20 to 24 April 2026 in Bangkok.
Ambassador Baimukhan reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s strong commitment to further strengthening comprehensive cooperation with UN ESCAP, the largest regional commission of the United Nations system in the Asia-Pacific region.
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