Baghdad, October 18, 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issagaliyev participated in the 52nd Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OICCFM).​​During the meeting, the heads of delegations of the OIC Member States discussed pressing issues on the international and regional agenda, paying particular attention to the situation in the Islamic world and ways to resolve military-political and humanitarian crises, including the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. The participants emphasized the importance of intensifying diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalating tensions in the Middle East, strengthening peace and ensuring regional stability.​In his statement, Arman Issagaliyev reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s unwavering commitment to the peaceful settlement of international and regional conflicts exclusively through political and diplomatic means, in accordance with the principles of international law and the UN Charter. He also underscored the importance of strengthening multilateral dialogue and consolidating the efforts of the OIC Member States to promote peace, security and sustainable development.​Particular importance was attached to issues of relevance to Kazakhstan, including nuclear non-proliferation, strengthening food security, developing transport and logistics connectivity, expanding cooperation in artificial intelligence, digitalization and advanced technologies, as well as promoting environmental initiatives, including the rehabilitation of the territory of the former Semipalatinsk Nuclear Test Site.​An important outcome of the session for Kazakhstan was the election of Ambassador Bagdat Amreyev to the position of Assistant Secretary-General of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation for Administration and Finance. This decision demonstrates the high level of trust among OIC member states in Kazakhstan and recognizes its contribution to the development of multilateral cooperation within the Organization​Following the 52nd Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers, a package of resolutions covering political, economic, legal, cultural and humanitarian issues was adopted. All initiatives put forward by Kazakhstan were duly reflected and incorporated into the relevant outcome documents of the OIC CFM.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1312926?lang=ru

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov held a meeting with the European Union Special Representative for Central Asia, Eduards Stiprais.During the meeting, the sides noted the positive momentum in Kazakhstan–EU relations and underscored the strategic importance of the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (EPCA) as the key institutional framework for further deepening bilateral ties.Particular attention was paid to the practical implementation of agreements reached at the highest levels, including those stemming from the visit of the President of Kazakhstan to Brussels on 23 June 2026, as well as to further development of cooperation within the Central Asia–European Union format.In the context of expanding the EU’s economic engagement in the region, the sides discussed prospects of strengthening transport and logistics connectivity, including the further development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, attracting European investment, and implementing infrastructure projects under the Global Gateway initiative.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1312832?lang=ru

Astana, October 17, 2026 – As part of the official visit of Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet to Kazakhstan, an exchange of document folders containing a Memorandum of Understanding on Trade and Economic Cooperation between the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Ministry of Commerce of the Kingdom of Cambodia took place at the Akorda Presidential Residence.The document exchange ceremony was attended by President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia Hun Manet.The Memorandum was signed by Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Shakkaliyev and Minister of Commerce of the Kingdom of Cambodia Cham Nimul. It aims to strengthen bilateral trade and economic ties, expand business relations, and establish effective cooperation between the two countries.The document provides for the development of cooperation in trade and investment, small and medium-sized enterprises, transport and logistics, agriculture, energy, digitalization, technical regulation, and other promising areas.Particular emphasis is also placed on expanding direct contacts between the business communities of the two countries, exchanging experience, organizing joint events, and implementing mutually beneficial projects.The signing of the Memorandum will provide additional momentum for increasing bilateral trade, expanding investment ties, and further strengthening the economic partnership between Kazakhstan and Cambodia.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1312828?lang=ru

On 16 October in Tbilisi, the newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Georgia, Talgat Aduov, presented copies of his credentials to Zurab Darchiashvili, Director of the Diplomatic Protocol Directorate of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia, and assumed his duties.During the meeting, the two sides exchanged views on current issues in Kazakhstan–Georgia relations and discussed upcoming events. Particular attention was paid to the organisational and protocol aspects of preparations, as well as to maintaining close coordination between the Embassy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia.The interlocutors reaffirmed their mutual commitment to strengthening the traditionally friendly ties between Kazakhstan and Georgia, deepening the strategic partnership and expanding mutually beneficial cooperation in the political, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tbilisi/press/news/details/1312801?lang=ru

On 16 October in Tbilisi, the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Georgia, Talgat Aduov, met with the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia, Alexander Khvtisiashvili, to discuss the further development of bilateral cooperation.The Deputy Foreign Minister congratulated Talgat Aduov on his appointment and wished him success in strengthening Kazakhstan–Georgia ties.During the meeting, the two sides discussed upcoming joint events and preparations for them. They emphasised the importance of regular dialogue and close coordination in translating the strategic partnership into practical cooperation.Particular attention was paid to transport and transit cooperation, including the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route — the Middle Corridor. The interlocutors explored prospects for using the transit potential of Kazakhstan and Georgia to enhance regional connectivity and strengthen trade and economic ties.The two sides reaffirmed their interest in further deepening mutually beneficial cooperation and maintaining the high level of trust that underpins the traditionally friendly relations between the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tbilisi/press/news/details/1312802?lang=ru