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Brussels, 11 September 2026 – The Embassy of Kazakhstan in Belgium hosted another meeting of the “Shanyraq Dialogues” discussion platform, dedicated to the theme “Kazakhstan’s New Political Era: Constitutional Reforms in Action”. Participants discussed the initial results of the implementation of the new constitutional model, the renewal of political institutions and the prospects for Kazakhstan’s further political development.The event brought together representatives of the Belgian Royal Palace, key institutions of the European Union, the European Investment Bank, the diplomatic corps, as well as expert, business and media circles.Opening the discussion, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Belgium Roman Vassilenko presented the key outcomes of the constitutional transformations and noted that Kazakhstan is entering a new stage in the practical implementation of reforms aimed at further strengthening state institutions, advancing public dialogue and improving the effectiveness of public administration. In this context, he highlighted the importance of the forthcoming establishment of the Halyq Kenesi, which will serve as an additional platform for broad public dialogue and the participation of various groups of society in shaping the national agenda.Particular attention was paid to the country’s economic and technological modernisation, including digitalisation and the development of artificial intelligence, infrastructure and human capital. Addressing the international dimension of the reforms, Ambassador Vassilenko underlined Kazakhstan’s commitment to the principles of sovereignty, dialogue, peace and mutually beneficial cooperation, while highlighting prospects for further deepening engagement with international partners, including the European Union.Georgi Gotev, Editor-in-Chief of “EUalive”, shared his impressions from his recent visit to Kazakhstan during the country’s first elections to the Kurultai, describing them as an important milestone in Kazakhstan’s political development. He also praised the “Shanyraq Dialogues” format as an informal platform complementing Kazakhstan’s dynamically developing relations with the European Union and Belgium.Alberto Turkstra, Project Director at “Diplomatic World”, described the current stage as a turning point in Kazakhstan’s political and institutional development. In his assessment, the key question today concerns not so much the substance of the constitutional reform, but rather how the new institutions will function in practice and what kind of political culture will develop around them.The expert particularly highlighted the role of the new unicameral Kurultai, viewing it as one of the key elements of political modernisation and a more effective decision-making process. In his view, the reforms reflect an effort to adapt Kazakhstan’s state institutions to a new stage of the country’s development, with a greater emphasis on accountability, citizen participation and institutional balance.During the Q&A session, participants discussed the constitutional transformations underway in Kazakhstan, the development of the business and investment environment, as well as prospects for further cooperation with the European Union and Belgium. The establishment of the new constitutional institution – the Halyq Kenesi – attracted particular interest. In the context of engagement with European partners, participants also highlighted opportunities to further expand cooperation in trade and economic relations, investment and other promising areas.Considerable attention was devoted to the development of artificial intelligence and digitalisation in Kazakhstan. Participants noted the progress achieved by the country in this field and the potential for mutual exchange of expertise with European partners. In this context, discussions covered the development of smart cities, the Alatau City project and Kazakhstan’s international technology initiatives. European and Belgian partners were invited to participate in AI & Digital Bridge 2026, to be held in Astana on 1–3 October 2026.Against the backdrop of the large-scale transformations taking place in Kazakhstan, participants also showed particular interest in the country’s long-term development prospects. The exchange of views highlighted Kazakhstan’s growing role in strengthening transport and logistics connectivity between Central Asia and Europe, its consistent commitment to the peaceful settlement of international disputes, the UN Charter and the principles of international law, as well as the potential of the younger generation to contribute to the country’s future development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brussels/press/news/details/1290594?lang=ru

Podgorica, September 10-11, 2026 – Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan Daulet Batrashev met with Prime Minister of Montenegro Milojko Spajic. The meeting focused on the current state and prospects of trade and economic relations between Kazakhstan and Montenegro.Particular attention was paid to the implementation of the agreements reached at the meeting between the Heads of State of Kazakhstan and Montenegro, as well as to the further expansion of bilateral cooperation in transport and logistics, agriculture, infrastructure, digitalisation and tourism.Prime Minister Spajic reaffirmed Montenegro’s interest in strengthening practical cooperation with Kazakhstan, including expanding trade, attracting investment and technologies from Kazakhstan, establishing stable supplies of food products from Kazakhstan, and involving Kazakhstan’s companies and financial institutions in promising infrastructure and investment projects.An important outcome of the meeting was an agreement to continue high-level dialogue. In this context, Prime Minister Spajic expressed his readiness to pay an official visit to Kazakhstan, the dates of which will be agreed through diplomatic channels.The Ambassador also held a series of meetings at Montenegro’s relevant ministries. During the meeting with Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management Vladimir Jokovic, the parties discussed opportunities to supply agricultural products from Kazakhstan to Montenegro, establish direct contacts between producers, importers and distributors of the two countries, and sign a bilateral cooperation document with the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan.During talks with Minister of Public Administration Marash Dukaj, the parties considered prospects for cooperation in the digitalization of public administration, GovTech, artificial intelligence and human resources development. Ambassador Batrashev expressed Kazakhstan’s readiness to share its experience in digital transformation, while Minister Dukaj confirmed Montenegro’s readiness to sign a memorandum of cooperation between the relevant agencies of the two countries.At the meeting with Minister of Transport of Montenegro Rados Zecevic, the parties discussed opportunities to develop transport and logistics links by using the potential of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route and Montenegro’s port infrastructure. They also considered cooperation between sectoral companies and the identification of potential cargo flows, with Montenegro’s Port of Bar, located on the Adriatic coast, highlighted as having considerable potential.At the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Montenegro, the parties discussed the further development of political dialogue, expansion of the bilateral legal framework, prospects for establishing an Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation, strengthening interparliamentary ties and cooperation in international organizations. An agreement was reached to hold the next round of political consultations between the foreign ministries of the two countries in 2027.The meetings and talks were also attended by Mr. Gabiden Temirbek, Consul General of Kazakhstan in Montenegro.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-zagreb/press/news/details/1290588?lang=ru

Geneva, 10 September 2026 – Erzhan Kazykhan, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the United Nations Office at Geneva, held a meeting with Kazakh compatriots working in the United Nations system and international organizations, as well as with students pursuing their studies in Geneva.In an open exchange of views, the participants discussed current issues related to Kazakhstan’s domestic and foreign policy development, including ongoing political and constitutional reforms, foreign policy priorities, and the country’s engagement in multilateral processes.Particular attention was paid to political modernization and constitutional reform being implemented at the initiative of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. It was noted that these reforms are aimed at improving public administration, strengthening the rule of law, enhancing the accountability of state institutions, and promoting public dialogue.In the context of foreign policy, Kazakhstan’s commitment to the principles of a multi-vector approach, constructive dialogue, the peaceful settlement of disputes, international law, and the Charter of the United Nations was emphasized.The meeting also highlighted Geneva’s role as one of the key centers of multilateral diplomacy. The professional experience and expertise of Kazakhstan nationals working and studying in Switzerland were recognized as an important asset for strengthening international ties and advancing Kazakhstan’s initiatives.The discussion with young professionals and students also focused on opportunities for professional development in the fields of international relations, diplomacy, and the work of international organizations.Following the meeting, the participants expressed interest in further developing systematic engagement between the Permanent Representation and the Kazakhstani professional and student community, including through the exchange of experience, expert contacts, and the implementation of joint initiatives.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-geneva/press/news/details/1290589?lang=ru

Prague, September 10–11, 2026. Under the Chairpersonship of Switzerland, the concluding meeting of the 32nd Economic and Environmental Forum (EEF) of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) took place devoted to the topic "Strengthening security and stability in the OSCE region through the use of advanced technologies and science-based diplomacy". The Forum brought together representatives from OSCE participating states, international organizations, the expert community, academia, and the private sector to discuss modern approaches to ensuring economic and environmental security.The Kazakh delegation headed by Ambassador Kairat Abdrakhmanov comprising representatives from the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the OSCE and the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Czech Republic actively participated in the Forum.During plenary sessions and thematic discussions, participants examined issues such as the integration of strategic foresight technologies into public administration, the development of science diplomacy, the improvement of early warning mechanisms, the management of virtual assets, the enhancement of energy resilience, the application of artificial intelligence as well as other innovative solutions to strengthen security and stability across the OSCE area.The delegation of Kazakhstan in a national statement reaffirmed its commitment to OSCE obligations within the economic and environmental dimension, pointing out that advanced technologies serve not only as a tool for risk mitigation, but also as an essential means of fostering trust and resilience in the region. The representative of Kazakhstan informed participants on the country’s strategic course toward digital development, including the designation of 2026 as the "Year of Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence" and highlighted the enshrining of this innovative path in the country's new Constitution, which entered into force on July 1, 2026.Particular attention was paid to water-related issues. Kazakhstan called on OSCE participating States to support President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s initiative to establish an International Water Organization under the auspices of the UN, emphasizing that water scarcity poses one of the most acute threats to global security.Regarding technological cooperation, the Kazakh delegation highlighted the need to enhance transport connectivity and the importance of modernizing the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route to significantly increase its capacity. In this context, interest was expressed in the continued implementation of OSCE projects aimed at creating digital platforms for the ports of Aktau and Kuryk.In addition, Ms.Aliya Salimzhuarova, an independent expert in energy transition, investment and sustainable infrastructure in Central Asia and a member of the OSCE-supported Central Asian Women in Energy Network who was a keynote speaker at a panel session titled "Technology in Action: Strengthening Local Capacities and Opportunities" and at a side event focused on emerging trends in Central Asia’s critical minerals sector. In her remarks, she presented key research findings, including the role of critical minerals in the region's energy, economic and environmental security.The Forum concluded with a call to further strengthen a comprehensive approach to security and to actively leverage cutting-edge technologies and science diplomacy to address future challenges.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-vienna/press/news/details/1290583?lang=ru