Astana, 17 October 2025 – On the occasion of the United Nations Day and the 80^th anniversary of the Organization’s founding, a festive gala was held at the Quanyshbayev Kazakh Drama Theater, co-organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan amd the UN Country Team.

The event brought together representatives of government agencies, the diplomatic corps, international organizations, civil society, and youth.

In his welcoming remarks, Yerzhan Ashikbayev, First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, emphasized Kazakhstan’s unwavering commitment to the UN Charter and to the Organization’s central role in maintaining international peace, security, and sustainable development.

He recalled that the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, in his address at the opening of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, underscored the indispensable role of the United Nations in addressing global challenges and strengthening international cooperation.

First Deputy Minister Ashikbayev also highlighted the broad presence of the UN system in Kazakhstan, where 27 agencies and institutions operate, and noted the important role of the UN Regional Centre for Sustainable Development for Central Asia and Afghanistan, based in Almaty.

In her remarks, Sarangoo Radnaaragchaa, UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan, emphasized the importance of joint efforts for peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, commending the strong partnership between Kazakhstan and the United Nations in advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

A performance by the Yerkegali Rakhmadiev Academic Symphony Orchestra led by Yernar Nurtazin became a highlight of the evening. The musical program, featuring both classical and contemporary works, was warmly received by the audience.

As part of the event, a commemorative UN80 postage stamp, issued jointly with Kazpost, was presented in honor of the 80th anniversary of the United Nations. The stamp symbolizes unity, cooperation, and commitment to the ideals of sustainable development.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1089016?lang=kk