On 14 July 2026, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Holy See Timur Primbetov met at the Embassy with Paolo Affatato, a prominent Italian journalist and Asia Editor of the Fides News Agency, which operates under the Dicastery for Evangelization of the Holy See.

The interlocutors discussed prospects for cooperation in the field of information and media outreach, including opportunities to provide broader coverage of the political, social and economic reforms being implemented in Kazakhstan under the leadership of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.

Particular attention was devoted to Kazakhstan’s international initiatives aimed at strengthening peace and mutual understanding, as well as promoting interreligious, interconfessional and intercultural dialogue.

The parties also explored opportunities for the preparation and publication of informational and analytical materials ahead of major international events to be held in Kazakhstan.

The Vatican journalist expressed his interest in developing constructive cooperation with the Embassy and his readiness to contribute to the coverage of relevant topics through the information platforms of the Fides News Agency.

Following the meeting, the parties agreed to examine the possibility of publishing materials dedicated to the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions in the lead-up to the 24th Meeting of the Secretariat of the Congress, scheduled to take place in Astana in October 2026.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-vatican/press/news/details/1258485?lang=ru