Kazakhstan took part in the meeting of the BRICS Council of Foreign Ministers

Rio de Janeiro, April 29, 2025 - The meeting of the BRICS Council of Foreign Ministers was held under the chairmanship of Brazil. The meeting was held in the context of the priorities of the Brazilian chairmanship, outlined by the motto "Strengthening cooperation of the countries of the Global South for more inclusive and sustainable governance", with an emphasis on developing interaction between the countries of the Global South and strengthening BRICS partnerships in the socio-economic and environmental spheres.

The Kazakh delegation at the expanded meeting was headed by First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Akan Rakhmetullin.

In his speech, Akan Rakhmetullin emphasized that against the backdrop of growing geopolitical challenges, sanctions pressure and declining trust in traditional international institutions requiring reform, the role of the countries of the Global South in shaping a new architecture for sustainable development and maintaining international peace and security is significantly increasing.

The Kazakh diplomat also noted the relevance of the concept of “World Unity for the Sake of a Just Peace and Harmony”, proposed by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at the 78th session of the UN General Assembly, on the need for constructive and fair interaction between the Global South and the Global North in the interests of strengthening peace, stability and security.

Particular attention was paid to the issues of digital transformation. The First Deputy Minister emphasized that the successful implementation of the Digital Agenda 2030 requires equal and fair access to advanced technologies. Against the backdrop of the rapid development of artificial intelligence, Kazakhstan called on technologically advanced countries to develop common ethical norms and standards to ensure its responsible and peaceful use.

In this regard, the opening of the International Center for Artificial Intelligence Alem. AI in Kazakhstan was announced, which will focus on the development of AI in science, industry, creative industries and public administration, the formation of an AI ecosystem, attracting investment and supporting startups.

In conclusion, the head of the Kazakh delegation expressed support for initiatives to combat environmental problems, as well as efforts to ensure food security and eliminate hunger and poverty.