Astana, July 27, 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov received the Ambassador of the Republic of Slovenia to the Republic of Kazakhstan Alenka Suhadolnik, on the occasion of the completion of her diplomatic mission in Kazakhstan.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects of Kazakhstan-Slovenia cooperation. Deputy Foreign Minister Kuantyrov expressed appreciation to Ambassador Suhadolnik for her personal contribution to strengthening bilateral partnership and developing cooperation across a wide range of areas.It was noted that during the Ambassador’s diplomatic mission, relations between Astana and Ljubljana reached a qualitatively new level. An important milestone was the official visit of President of the Republic of Slovenia Nataša Pirc Musar to Astana, which provided additional impetus to the development of political, trade and economic, cultural and humanitarian ties.The Ambassador of Slovenia expressed gratitude to the Kazakh side for its support and noted the significant progress achieved in the development of bilateral relations. The parties reaffirmed their interest in further strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation and maintaining the high momentum of political dialogue and practical engagement.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1264331?lang=ru

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Astana, 27 July 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev met with the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Nauman Bashir Bhatti, on the occasion of the completion of his diplomatic mission in our country.The Kazakh Foreign Minister highly commended the current level of cooperation between the two countries, emphasizing Astana’s commitment to further expanding bilateral dialogue.Minister Kosherbayev highlighted the particular significance of the outcomes of the visit by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, to Pakistan in February this year, during which relations between Astana and Islamabad were elevated to the level of strategic partnership.For his part, the Ambassador of Pakistan expressed his gratitude for the support extended to him during his tenure in Kazakhstan and reaffirmed Islamabad’s commitment to further strengthening constructive dialogue with Astana.At the conclusion of the meeting, Minister Kosherbayev presented the Pakistani Ambassador with the Honorary Certificate of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in recognition of his personal contribution to strengthening the comprehensive ties between the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1264196?lang=ru

Astana, July 27, 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev received the Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman Mohammed Al-Bahrani on occasion of the completion of his diplomatic mission.The Minister highly commended the level of cooperation between Kazakhstan and Oman, expressing gratitude to Ambassador Al-Bahrani for his contribution to strengthening the mutually beneficial partnership.The Omani diplomat highlighted the valuable experience gained in Kazakhstan and expressed confidence in further development of bilateral and multilateral cooperation based on friendship and mutual understanding.Ambassador Al-Bahrani particularly highlighted the role of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in fostering relations between Astana and Muscat, as well as his peacekeeping initiatives in resolving regional conflicts. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1264054?lang=ru

Astana, 24 July 2026 – First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerzhan Ashikbayev held a meeting with Ambassador of the Republic of India to Kazakhstan Y.K. Sailas Thangal.During the meeting, the parties discussed issues of the Kazakhstan-India strategic partnership and reaffirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening political dialogue and expanding mutually beneficial cooperation.Particular attention was paid to cooperation within BRICS. Yerzhan Ashikbayev congratulated the Indian side on its 2026 BRICS Chairship, held under the theme “Building Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability,” and expressed confidence in the successful implementation of its agenda.Kazakhstan’s readiness, as a BRICS Partner Country, to make a practical contribution to cooperation in such priority areas as trade and investment, transport connectivity, digitalization, artificial intelligence, energy and sustainable development was emphasized.The parties also exchanged views on preparations for the 18th BRICS Summit, to be held in New Delhi on 12-13 September this year, including its substantive agenda and certain organizational aspects.As part of the bilateral agenda, the parties considered prospects for expanding trade, economic and investment cooperation, including in energy, transport and logistics, critical minerals, digital technologies, pharmaceuticals and agriculture.In the context of multilateral cooperation, Yerzhan Ashikbayev briefed his counterpart on the initiatives of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to establish an International Water Organization, an International Agency for Biological Security and a Global Coalition of Countries for Primary Health Care, expressing hope for India’s support. The parties also exchanged views on the further development of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA).Following the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their readiness to continue working together to further strengthen the Kazakhstan-India strategic partnership.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1263651?lang=ru

Cholpon-Ata, 23 July 2026, On the sidelines of the meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) member states, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held bilateral meetings with Member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China Wang Yi, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Mohammad Ishaq Dar, and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov.The agenda of the meetings covered key issues of bilateral cooperation, ranging from strengthening the strategic partnership and expanding trade and economic ties to coordinating approaches on pressing international issues.During the talks with Wang Yi, particular attention was paid to the outcomes of the Head of State's working visit to the People's Republic of China (Shanghai) on 15–17 July this year to take part in the World Conference on Artificial Intelligence, as well as to the agreements reached during the high-level talks.At the meeting with Mohammad Ishaq Dar, the two sides positively noted the active political dialogue and the steady development of trade and economic cooperation. Particular attention was given to the implementation of joint projects, the development of transport and logistics connectivity, and reaching the goal of increasing mutual trade turnover to USD 1 billion. The Kazakh side expressed gratitude to Pakistan for supporting the initiative of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to establish an International Water Organisation aimed at strengthening cooperation in the sustainable management of water resources.During the conversation with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov, the heads of the foreign policy agencies discussed prospects for the further development of bilateral cooperation and exchanged views on pressing issues on the regional and international agenda. Particular attention was paid to the practical implementation of agreements reached during high-level and top-level visits.The parties also confirmed their readiness for further cooperation within the framework of the UN, SCO, OIC and CICA, as well as mutual support for international initiatives. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1263470?lang=ru

Cholpon-Ata, 24 July 2026 - Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev took part in the regular meeting of the Council of the Foreign Ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Member States.The heads of delegations exchanged views on further strengthening foreign policy coordination among SCO member states in the current international environment and discussed preparations for the upcoming SCO Summit, which will take place in Bishkek on 1 September 2026.In his remarks, Minister Kosherbayev underscored the SCO’s special role in strengthening regional security and advancing multifaceted cooperation, reaffirming Kazakhstan’s unwavering support for the Organization’s activities.The Kazakh Foreign Minister also highlighted the importance of further improving the SCO and adapting its institutions to contemporary challenges and threats.He stressed that, amid the rapidly evolving international environment, ensuring the resilience of the global economy and the security of international trade has become an increasingly pressing priority.“Geopolitical turbulence, increasingly spilling over into the military sphere, is seriously affecting the stability of international trade relations. Today, the security of supply chains is becoming an ever more pressing issue, including for Kazakhstan. A clear example is the attacks by unidentified unmanned systems on energy infrastructure and tankers chartered by Kazakhstan for oil transportation. Against this backdrop, joint efforts to ensure the security of trade routes are of particular importance,” said Minister Kosherbayev.As previously stated, Kazakhstan considers any actions aimed at destabilizing legitimate international trade, global energy markets, and the security of global transport and logistics supply chains to be absolutely unacceptable.Among the priority areas of cooperation, the Minister highlighted the need to intensify joint efforts in climate change adaptation and the sustainable management of water resources. In this regard, Kazakhstan counts on the support of the SCO member states for its initiative to establish an International Water Organization under the auspices of the United Nations, as well as an SCO Water Issues Analysis Centre.Following the meeting, the participants approved draft key documents, including the Bishkek Declaration marking the 25th anniversary of the SCO, aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of the Organization.On the sidelines of the meeting, the SCO foreign ministers also held a joint meeting with the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov.During the meeting, the participants underscored the importance of further expanding multifaceted cooperation within the SCO and implementing joint initiatives aimed at improving the well-being of the peoples of the Organization’s member states.Minister Kosherbayev expressed Kazakhstan’s readiness to continue supporting the Kyrgyz Republic’s SCO Chairmanship and reaffirmed the country’s commitment to further mutually beneficial and constructive cooperation with fellow SCO member states.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1263269?lang=ru

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Dear representatives of foreign media outlets, The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan announces the opening of the accreditation for the representatives of foreign media wishing to cover the elections of deputies of the Kurultai of the Republic of Kazakhstan which will be held on 23 August 2026.Under the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, foreign journalists may carry out their professional activities in the country only if they hold permanent or temporary accreditation issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Representatives of foreign media may be accompanied by one interpreter upon presentation of an identity document of the interpreter.Applications for the accreditation must be submitted no later than August 16 2026 to accreditation@mfa.kz with the subject line “Kurultai Elections 2026”.The following documents are required for accreditation:a letter from the editor-in-chief requesting accreditation of the journalist;a copy of the journalist’s valid passport;a completed accreditation form;a digital photograph of the journalist (3×4 cm);background information about the media outlet.For further inquiries, please contact the Press Service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan at +7 7172 72 01 33.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1262500?lang=ru

Today, an environmental campaign "Clean Games" was held on the territory of the "Aq Shanyraq" recreation area, organized as part of the nationwide program "Taza Qazaqstan".The event was attended by 100 members of the "Zhasyl El" youth labor squad, who united into five teams and competed in cleaning up the territory.Participants cleaned the adjacent territory of the recreation area, collecting and sorting household waste. Based on the results of the environmental competition, the winning team with the highest number of points was determined. The evaluation of results took into account the volume of collected waste and the quality of its sorting. Winners and participants were recognized with incentive prizes.As a result of the campaign, participants collected half a ton of household waste, which was sorted and sent for further disposal.As noted by the head of the Kostanay Regional Youth Resource Center, Abai Duisekov, such events contribute to the formation of environmental responsibility and an active civic position among young people."'Clean Games' is an opportunity to show that caring for the environment can be interesting, unifying, and truly team-oriented. Today, young people not only cleaned up the territory but also made a personal contribution to the implementation of the 'Taza Qazaqstan' program. It is with such initiatives that a careful attitude towards nature and the native land begins," emphasized Abai Duisekov.The "Clean Games" format made it possible to combine a useful environmental initiative with a team competition, contributing to the improvement of youth environmental culture, the development of a responsible attitude towards the environment, and the popularization of separate waste collection.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1262491?lang=ru

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Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Korea Asset Issenali presented his credentials to President of the Republic of Korea Lee Jae Myung.During the solemn ceremony, Ambassador Issenali conveyed warm greetings and best wishes to President Lee Jae Myung on behalf of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.The sides noted the high level of the Kazakhstan-Korea enhanced strategic partnership, founded on friendship and mutual support. They reaffirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening political dialogue, expanding trade, economic and investment cooperation, and developing cultural and humanitarian ties.President Lee Jae Myung congratulated the Ambassador of Kazakhstan on the official commencement of his diplomatic mission, wished him every success and expressed his readiness to support the further strengthening of friendly relations and the enhanced strategic partnership between the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1262149?lang=ru

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Nay Pyi Taw, 22 July 2026 – The Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, concurrently accredited, Margulan Baimukhan, presented his credentials to the President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, Min Aung Hlaing.During the credentials presentation ceremony, the President of Myanmar underscored the importance of further strengthening the friendly relations between Kazakhstan and Myanmar and expanding mutually beneficial cooperation in areas of common interest.Ambassador Baimukhan conveyed the warm greetings and best wishes of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, to the President of Myanmar, reaffirming Kazakhstan’s commitment to further strengthening bilateral cooperation.The Kazakh diplomat also briefed the President of Myanmar on the large-scale political and socio-economic reforms being implemented in Kazakhstan at the initiative of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. Particular attention was paid to the entry into force of the new Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the first elections of deputies to the Kurultai, scheduled for 23 August this year, which will mark the beginning of a new model of legislative governance in the country. The priorities of Kazakhstan’s foreign policy were also presented.Ambassador Baimukhan reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s commitment to further enhancing political dialogue with Myanmar and noted the considerable potential for expanding bilateral cooperation in the fields of trade and economy, investment, agriculture, transport and logistics, space, digital technologies, as well as cultural and humanitarian exchanges.As a practical contribution to the Kazakhstan-Myanmar dialogue, the Ambassador informed the President of the successful holding of a Kazakhstan-Myanmar Roundtable in Yangon with the participation of representatives of Myanmar’s leading business community.The Kazakh diplomat also invited Myanmar’s youth to pursue higher education at Kazakhstan’s universities, as well as at the branches of leading foreign universities operating in Kazakhstan, highlighting their high academic standards, internationally recognized educational programmes, and broad opportunities to obtain world-class degrees.During his visit to Nay Pyi Taw, Ambassador Baimukhan also held talks with the Union Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, Tin Maung Swe.The meeting included an exchange of views on current bilateral and international issues, as well as discussions on prospects for expanding political, trade, economic and investment ties, and strengthening cooperation within international organizations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1262130?lang=ru

Astana, 21 July 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev met with the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Republic of Kazakhstan, Monika Iwersen, on the occasion of the conclusion of her diplomatic mission.The Kazakh Foreign Minister praised the high level of Kazakh-German strategic partnership and reaffirmed Astana’s commitment to further developing bilateral relations across all areas.The importance of his visit to Berlin in February and his participation in the Ministerial Meeting of the Central Asia – Germany format, during which both sides confirmed their intention to deepen cooperation and advance joint initiatives were highlighted.Ambassador Iwersen expressed sincere gratitude for the support extended during her tenure and reaffirmed Berlin’s readiness to continue a constructive dialogue with Astana in the spirit of mutual respect and trust.At the conclusion of the meeting, Minister Kosherbayev presented Ambassador Iwersen with the Order of Dostyk, Second Class, in recognition of Ambassador’s personal contribution to strengthening the friendly ties between the peoples of the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1261428?lang=ru

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On 19 July, the 48th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee opened in Busan, Republic of Korea. The session will run until 29 July.The official opening ceremony was attended by the President of the Republic of Korea, Lee Jae-myung, and the Director-General of UNESCO, Khaled El-Enany.The event has brought together approximately 3,000 participants from the 196 States Parties to the UNESCO Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage, as well as representatives of international organizations and the expert community.During the session, the World Heritage Committee will examine 30 new nominations for inscription on the World Heritage List, along with 147 State of Conservation reports on properties already inscribed on the List.The delegation of Kazakhstan is actively participating in the session in its capacity as a member of the World Heritage Committee.The Committee is also expected to examine Kazakhstan's nomination, "The Rock Mosques of Mangystau and Associated Sacred Sites".It is worth recalling that, during the meeting of the National Kurultai held in Atyrau, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev instructed the Government to initiate the process of nominating the unique underground mosques of Mangystau for inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage List.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1260833?lang=ru

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