Kazakhstan is clearly demonstrating its commitment to broad-based multilateral cooperation in strict accordance with the UN Charter. This was announced by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in his Address to the Nation in September 2024. The Head of State noted that the country plays an active role in addressing issues of international security and stability.
In 2024, Kazakhstan chaired a number of prestigious international organizations and platforms, which contributed to addressing pressing issues on the regional and global agenda. The successful chairmanship of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), the Turkic States Organization (TSO), the Council on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA), the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), the Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States, and the International Aral Sea Saving Fund (IASF) was an important step in strengthening Kazakhstan's international influence, as well as expanding diplomatic opportunities.
During Kazakhstan's chairmanship of the SCO, more than 160 events were held covering a wide range of topics, including economic cooperation, security, environmental initiatives, and digital transformation. The treaty framework was supplemented by 60 new documents strengthening cooperation between the participating countries. Kazakhstan initiated the Organization's development strategy until 2035, aimed at forming a continental belt of Eurasian economy, trade, transport, and logistics connections. The main event of the chairmanship was the Astana Summit, which was held for the first time in the “SCO Plus” format.
The main achievement of the CICA chairmanship was the transition to a new stage of institutional development. As part of the transformation roadmap, the Charter and Rules of Procedure were developed, the Catalog of Confidence-Building Measures was updated, the Council of Wise Men, the Forum of Think Tanks and the CICA Fund were established. Kazakhstan took the initiative to digitize the interaction of the participating countries and launched a platform for the exchange of data and analytical materials.
The chairmanship of the Organization of Turkic States was distinguished by the launch of the large-scale program “TURKTIME!”, which also contributes to strengthening cultural and economic integration. Within the framework of this initiative of the Head of State, projects in the field of education, scientific research and entrepreneurship were implemented. A mechanism of permanent representatives was established, state symbols were unified, and an Investment Fund was created to support strategic projects. The significant increase in mutual trade between the participating countries, which exceeded 45 billion US dollars, indicates the growing economic cooperation.
During its chairmanship of the CSTO, Kazakhstan focused on promoting initiatives to counter such pressing threats as cross-border crime, terrorism and drug trafficking. More than 80 events were held, including meetings of heads of state, thematic round tables and military exercises. Particular attention was paid to completing the 10-year work on the Tajik-Afghan border strengthening program.
The efforts of the Kazakhstani chairmanship in the International Aral Sea Saving Fund (2024-2026) are focused on completing the process of improving the IAF, developing a mutually beneficial mechanism for managing the region's water and energy resources, ensuring the timely and high-quality implementation of environmental programs, as well as taking coordinated measures to overcome the consequences of climate change.
As part of Kazakhstan's water diplomacy, about 35 meetings were held on transboundary rivers with China, Russia and Central Asian countries in 2024. Agreements were reached with Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan on the supply of water to Kazakhstan through the Shu, Talas and Syrdarya transboundary rivers. Negotiations are underway with China on more than 20 rivers, such as the Irtysh and Ili. The country's accession to the UN Convention on the Law of Non-Navigational Uses of International Watercourses was an important step.
2024 was a breakthrough year in terms of strengthening multifaceted cooperation with the states of Central Asia. The program article of the Head of State “Renaissance of Central Asia: Towards Sustainable Development and Prosperity” set the format of fraternal relations, good-neighborliness and strategic partnership in the region.
The 6th session of the Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States with the participation of the President of Azerbaijan, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for the Central Asian Region and the Head of the UN Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia was important. Following the summit, the "OA-2040" Concept for the Development of Regional Cooperation, the Roadmap for Regional Cooperation for 2025-2027, and the Action Plan for the Development of Industrial Cooperation for 2025-2027 were signed.
In addition, Kazakhstan continues to play an important role in international diplomacy, acting as a mediator in conflict resolution.Within the framework of the Astana process, we have provided a platform for negotiations on the Syrian crisis. Kazakhstan brings together key participants and contributes to achieving compromise solutions. The country has also proposed the creation of an international mediation center for resolving regional conflicts, which will be an important step in the development of preventive diplomacy mechanisms.
Kazakhstan demonstrates a high degree of integration into world politics. Our country is an initiator of major regional projects in the fields of energy, transport, trade and digital technologies. The development of the Trans-Caspian international transport route, cooperation within the framework of the “One Belt, One Road” project and active participation in the Eurasian Economic Union confirm our country’s commitment to strengthening global economic ties. The introduction of green technologies and programs for decarbonizing the economy has become an important part of Kazakhstan’s international agenda. An important aspect has been the expansion of cooperation with the European Union and the Middle East in the field of sustainable development and energy.
Kazakhstan continues to pursue a foreign policy aimed at peace. The country makes a significant contribution to ensuring security, sustainable development and prosperity in the Eurasian space. Expanding participation in global initiatives of the UN, WTO and other international organizations, developing strategic partnerships with leading powers and deepening economic diplomacy remain the main priorities of the country's foreign policy.
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