Athens, May 5, 2026 –Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Greece, Timur Sultangozhin, delivered a lecture at Webster University Athens entitled «Kazakhstan as a Middle Power in a Transforming Global Order». The event served as a platform to present Kazakhstan’s key approaches to shaping a sustainable development model amid global transformations, including international initiatives, major constitutional reforms, and priorities in digital transformation.

During the lecture, the Ambassador outlined Kazakhstan’s approaches to strengthening international stability through multilateral cooperation mechanisms. Particular attention was paid to nuclear disarmament, non-proliferation, and global security, as well as Kazakhstan’s initiatives in these areas. In this context, the country’s efforts to advance the international water agenda under the auspices of the United Nations and its participation in the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea were highlighted.

The Ambassador also emphasized Kazakhstan’s contribution to the development of international dialogue platforms, including the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, as well as initiatives aimed at strengthening the global security architecture. In his remarks, he underlined that Kazakhstan consistently promotes international cooperation and dialogue as a foundation for sustainable development.

A significant part of the lecture was devoted to political modernization. It was noted that the adoption of a new Constitution aims to improve the system of governance, strengthen the balance among branches of power, and expand mechanisms for public participation, thereby forming the institutional basis for the country’s further development.

A separate section addressed digital transformation. Kazakhstan’s efforts in developing artificial intelligence, building a modern innovation infrastructure, and supporting technological entrepreneurship were highlighted. In this regard, «Born Bold» initiative, aimed at fostering an innovation ecosystem and supporting startups, was also noted.

Particular attention was given to the development of Kazakh-Greek cooperation, viewed as an important element in strengthening ties between Central Asia and Europe. Mutual interest in expanding cooperation in education, science, and the humanities was emphasized.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-athens/press/news/details/1214949?lang=kk