Tokayev congratulates Takaichi on re-election as Japanese PM
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The Head of State sent a congratulatory telegram to the Prime Minister of Japan, Qazinform News Agency learned from the Akorda press service.
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated Sanae Takaichi on he re-election as the Prime Minister of Japan.
The Kazakh President highlighted that Japan is one of Kazakhstan's key partners in Asia. He expressed confidence that the expanded strategic partnership, based on the bonds of friendship and mutual understanding, will continue to strengthen for the benefit of the two nations.
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev wished Sanae Takaichi success in her responsible work, as well as well-being and prosperity to the Japanese people.
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Kazakhstan and Ethiopia Outline Paths to Strengthen Multilateral Partnership
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Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Ethiopia and Permanent Representative of Kazakhstan to the African Union Zhalgas Adilbayev held a meeting with the Director General of the International Organizations Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia Lemlem Fisa Minale, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.
The Kazakh Ambassador congratulated the Director General on the successful hosting of the 39th African Union Summit, highly commending its significance for African nations and the exceptional organizational level of the high-level meetings.
During the meeting, the parties exchanged views on the ongoing reforms led by the heads of both states, aimed at enhancing the efficiency of public administration and improving the well-being of their citizens.
The Kazakh diplomat briefed his counterpart on the constitutional reforms currently being implemented in Kazakhstan. Particular attention was paid to the constitutional amendments directed toward transitioning to a more balanced system of government. These include strengthening the President's role within the new administrative architecture, transitioning to a unicameral parliament, expanding the powers of local representative bodies, reinforcing judicial independence, and institutionalizing mechanisms for the protection of human rights and freedoms.
The discussions also covered a wide range of issues regarding bilateral cooperation within international platforms, including the United Nations. The Ambassador expressed gratitude to the Ethiopian side for its support and co-sponsorship of the UN resolution establishing the UN Regional Center on Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan in Almaty. He further highlighted Kazakhstan’s initiative to promote global interreligious and interfaith dialogue, specifically through the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, noting Ethiopia’s active participation in this process.
Furthermore, both sides reaffirmed their intent to continue the practice of exchanging expertise and providing mutual support for candidacies in UN elective bodies and international organizations. They expressed readiness to hold regular consultations between their respective Permanent Missions to the UN in New York and Geneva.
The interlocutors exchanged information on the implementation of initiatives put forward by the leaders of both nations in the fields of sustainable development, environmental protection, and water diplomacy-areas of particular interest to the international community. In this context, Ambassador Zh.Adilbayev elaborated on the initiative of the President of Kazakhstan to establish a specialized international water organization within the UN system, designed to consolidate fragmented international efforts in this sector.
Views were also exchanged regarding upcoming international environmental events scheduled to take place in both capitals. Specifically, the Ambassador announced the upcoming Regional Environmental Summit, planned for April 22-24, 2026, in Astana. He also noted the Kazakh delegation's readiness to consider participating in the COP32 summit, expected to be held in Addis Ababa in 2027.
The Kazakh Ambassador expressed high praise for Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s "Green Legacy" initiative, noting its successful implementation.
In turn, the representative of the Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs commended Astana’s proactive role in interreligious dialogue and water diplomacy, emphasizing Ethiopia's readiness to further deepen this mutually beneficial partnership.
The meeting was held in an atmosphere of mutual understanding and reaffirmed the commitment of both nations to elevating bilateral relations to a qualitatively new level.
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Upcoming Republican Referendum Discussed in Tallinn
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The Embassy of Kazakhstan in Estonia held a briefing regarding the upcoming Republican referendum for representatives of government agencies, as well as socio-political, scientific, educational, business, and expert circles, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.
Ambassador of Kazakhstan in Estonia Altay Kulginov informed the participants about ongoing reforms in the country, specifically highlighting the draft of the new Constitution. This draft aims to establish a balanced and accountable model of public authority, providing for a transition to a unicameral Qurultai. Simultaneously, it consolidates the legal framework for the Halyk Kenesi as a representative body of citizens, endowed with the right of legislative initiative within the Qurultai.
During the meeting, norms concerning Kazakhstan's foreign policy were clarified. These constitutional innovations reflect the country's commitment to the principles of international law while accounting for national priorities at a new stage of development. Kazakhstan's political system remains based on the concept of "A strong President an influential Parliament an accountable Government."
Special attention was paid to the remarks of President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, who explained that these reforms essentially create a new system of governance. The innovations in the Basic Law will allow for a redistribution of power, making the system of checks and balances more effective and, most importantly, increasing the stability of all political institutions. In the draft Constitution, the principle of "the state for the person, not the person for the state" has taken on more tangible outlines.
The starting point of these reforms was President Tokayev's initiative to transition to a unicameral parliament, originally announced on September 8, 2025, in his address to the people.
In conclusion, participants asked several clarifying questions and expressed high regard for the institutional changes in Kazakhstan, noting their similarity to European public administration standards.
Following the meeting, guests commended the openness and transparency of the constitutional transformation process in Kazakhstan.
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Consultations Held in Jerusalem on Constitutional Reforms in Kazakhstan and the Development of Bilateral Cooperation
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Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Israel, Daulet Emberdiyev, held a meeting with representatives of the Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security (JISS). The meeting was attended by the Head of the Institute, Brigadier General (Ret.) Yossi Kuperwasser, Senior Research Fellow Professor Efraim Inbar, and Research Fellow Alexander Grinberg, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.
During the meeting, the parties reviewed the current state and prospects of Kazakhstan-Israel bilateral cooperation in the political and trade-economic spheres. An exchange of views also took place on the regional situation in the Middle East, as well as on issues related to the establishment of international mechanisms for post-war governance in the Gaza Strip, including initiatives aimed at creating a "Peace Council."
D. Emberdiyev informed the Israeli experts about the political reforms being implemented in Kazakhstan, as well as the country’s position regarding accession to the Abraham Accords and participation in international initiatives to stabilize the situation in the Middle East, including within the framework of the proposed "Peace Council."
The Head of JISS, Y. Kuperwasser, expressed interest in expanding cooperation with Kazakh analytical centers. In this regard, the Kazakh side proposed considering the possibility of concluding a Memorandum of Cooperation between JISS and the Kazakhstan Institute for Strategic Studies (KISS). The Israeli side supported this initiative.
The meeting was held in a constructive and friendly atmosphere. The parties agreed to continue expert dialogue and further develop bilateral cooperation on regional issues.
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Kazakhstan and Saudi Arabia Reaffirm Commitment to Deepening Bilateral Cooperation
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Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev paid an official visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.
The delegation also included Chairman of the Management Board of Samruk-Kazyna JSC Nurlan Zhakupov, Minister of Energy of Kazakhstan Yerlan Akkenzhenov, and representatives of state agencies and quasi-state entities.
The central event of the visit was the talks with the Kingdom’s Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud. The parties conducted a substantive review of the current state and prospects for the development of the Kazakh-Saudi partnership, giving priority attention to strengthening political dialogue, expanding trade, economic and investment cooperation, as well as deepening cultural and humanitarian ties.
The foreign ministers noted the positive dynamics of bilateral relations based on the principles of mutual respect, trust and strategic complementarity. They confirmed their commitment to further improving the contractual and legal framework and filling cooperation with specific mutually beneficial projects.
An in-depth exchange of views took place on pressing issues of the regional and global agenda. The importance of coordinating efforts within international frameworks, including the UN, OIC, CICA, as well as the OPEC+ format was noted. An agreement was reached to continue close interagency cooperation and coordinate approaches on key international issues.
Kazakhstan considers Saudi Arabia as a close and reliable partner in the Middle East and the Arab world. Our countries are united by a meaningful political dialogue, a high level of trust and proximity of positions on a wide range of global and regional challenges," Yermek Kosherbayev said.
A special emphasis was placed on unlocking the potential of trade, economic and investment cooperation. The Kazakh side expressed interest in expanding the presence of Saudi capital in priority sectors, including energy, infrastructure, the agro-industrial complex and the green economy.
For his part, Prince Faisal bin Farhan confirmed the Kingdom’s readiness to further intensify business ties and deepen practical cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
During the visit, the Kazakh Foreign Minister also held a number of bilateral meetings, including with the Kingdom’s Minister of Energy Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud; Minister of Investment Fahad Al-Saif, as well as Chairman of ACWA Power Mohammad Abunayyan.
The talks focused on expanding sectoral cooperation in the energy sector, including projects in the field of traditional generation, renewable energy sources and green transition, as well as issues of attracting Saudi investments and technological solutions to the economy of Kazakhstan.
Following the visit, Intergovernmental Agreements on the Promotion and Mutual Protection of Investments and on the Establishment of the Coordination Council between Kazakhstan and Saudi Arabia were signed.
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