President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has called for a new era of pragmatism and responsibility in global politics, arguing that stability has become one of the world’s rarest strategic resources. Writing ahead of his working visit to Washington, D.C., the Kazakh leader said the international system is strained by rising conflicts, geopolitical rivalry, and declining public trust. He noted that while globalism once sought to build an interconnected and inclusive order, it gradually lost legitimacy due to ideological excesses, double standards, and corruption scandals that eroded confidence in major institutions.Highlighting the need for realism over rhetoric, Tokayev stressed that sovereignty, national interests, and cultural identity must be respected in shaping a sustainable global order. He welcomed the creation of the Board of Peace under the initiative of U.S. President Donald Trump, describing it as a practical step toward conflict resolution, particularly in Gaza and the broader Middle East. According to him, the initiative’s focus on peace through economic development — infrastructure, investment, and job creation — offers a results-oriented alternative to prolonged diplomatic stalemates.The President reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s commitment to constructive engagement, including its decision to join the Abraham Accords, while maintaining balanced relations with Israel and continued support for a two-state solution for Palestine. He said the move reflects Kazakhstan’s strategic aim to expand dialogue between the Muslim and Jewish worlds, strengthen economic cooperation, and attract advanced technologies.
Tokayev emphasized that these steps further solidify the country’s multifaceted partnership with the United States, particularly in energy, critical minerals, digital infrastructure, and innovation.Domestically, Tokayev underscored Kazakhstan’s modernization drive, noting that GDP per capita has reached $15,000, reinforcing its status as Central Asia’s largest economy. He outlined ongoing political reforms aimed at transitioning from a super-presidential model to a governance system based on stronger checks and balances under the principle of a “Strong President, Influential Parliament, and Accountable Government.” As part of this transformation, Kazakhstan is preparing for a national referendum on a new Constitution designed to enhance institutional accountability and long-term stability, reaffirming the country’s pledge to remain a reliable and responsible international partner.
