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Samarkand, 19 October 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Tileuberdi took part in the C5+1 Ministerial Meeting with the U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the Heads of Foreign Ministries of the Central Asian states, held during the Republic of Uzbekistan’s chairmanship.

During the meeting, participants discussed developing trade, economic and investment cooperation, strengthening regional connectivity, and implementing joint initiatives aimed at ensuring sustainable economic growth.

Kazakhstan’s Foreign Minister noted the historic role of Kazakhstan and US in establishing the C5+1 format, which has proven to be an effective platform for developing regional cooperation.

The Minister drew attention to the importance of expanding trade, developing transport and logistics infrastructure, and diversifying supply chains.

Participants also considered prospects for implementing joint projects in the fields of critical minerals, energy, digitalization and innovation.

Following the meeting, a Joint Statement was adopted, reflecting the parties’ readiness to further strengthen their long-term, mutually beneficial partnership and implement the agreements reached.

Samarkand, 19 October 2026 – A meeting was held between Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Tileuberdi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

The heads of the foreign policy agencies of the two countries discussed prospects for further developing the enhanced strategic partnership, with an emphasis on strengthening trade, economic and investment cooperation.

The parties noted the positive momentum in bilateral relations and reaffirmed their mutual interest in expanding practical cooperation, increasing trade turnover and implementing joint investment projects.

Particular attention was paid to the implementation of agreements reached at the highest level, including those resulting from the meeting between President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and US President Donald Trump in November 2025.

M. Tileuberdi emphasized the importance of strengthening business ties, attracting American investment and advanced technologies, as well as developing cooperation in the fields of energy, critical minerals, digitalization, transport and logistics.

The parties also exchanged views on preparations for the upcoming G20 Summit in Miami. In addition, M. Rubio confirmed his interest in making a full-fledged visit to the Republic of Kazakhstan soon after the G20 Summit.

Following the meeting, mutual interest in further strengthening the enhanced Kazakhstan–US strategic partnership and achieving concrete, practical results was reaffirmed.

We, the Foreign Ministers of the States Parties to the Treaty on a Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone in Central Asia (hereinafter referred to as the “CANWFZ Treaty”), on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the signing of the CANWFZ Treaty in Semipalatinsk

reaffirming our commitment to humanity’s common goal of achieving a world free of nuclear weapons, and recognizing the catastrophic humanitarian consequences of any use or testing of nuclear weapons,

emphasizing that the establishment of nuclear-weapon-free zones is one of the most powerful universal tools for preventing the proliferation of nuclear weapons and strengthening the global disarmament process,

noting the importance of the Treaty between the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, the Republic of Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and the Republic of Uzbekistan on Friendship, Good-Neighborliness, and Cooperation for Development of Central Asia in the 21st Century in strengthening peace and security in the region,

recalling that the idea of establishing a nuclear-weapon-free zone in Central Asia was first proposed by the Republic of Uzbekistan in September 1993 at the 48th session of the UN General Assembly,

convinced that the establishment of a nuclear-weapon-free zone in Central Asia represents a successful example of the consolidation of efforts by the countries of the region, and emphasizing that this was an important step toward strengthening the nuclear nonproliferation regime and the process of nuclear disarmament, regional and international peace and security, as well as the development of cooperation in the peaceful uses of nuclear energy and the environmental rehabilitation of areas affected by radioactive contamination,

welcoming the thirty-fifth anniversary of the closure of the Semipalatinsk Nuclear Test Site and the thirtieth anniversary of the opening for signature of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty, and paying tribute to the memory of the numerous victims of nuclear explosions and their consequences in all regions of the world,

we hereby declare the following:

1. We reaffirm our commitment to the historically significant CANWFZ Treaty, signed by the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, the Republic of Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and the Republic of Uzbekistan on 8 September 2006, in Semipalatinsk. As the result of collective efforts of all five Central Asian states in their aspiration to ensure security, stability and peace in the region, and as it remains the first and only such zone located entirely in the Northern Hemisphere and directly bordering two nuclear-weapon States, the Semipalatinsk Treaty continues to play an important role in strengthening the global disarmament and non-proliferation regime and serves as a symbolic example of Central Asia’s transformation from a region where nuclear weapons were once actively tested and deployed into one of the leaders of global efforts toward nuclear disarmament.
2. We reaffirm the key role of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) as the cornerstone of international efforts to prevent the proliferation of nuclear weapons and, ultimately, to achieve their complete elimination. In this regard, we regret that the Eleventh Review Conference of the States Parties to the NPT concluded without adopting substantive outcomes, reflecting continuing differences and a lack of trust in the field of nuclear disarmament and nonproliferation. We call on all NPT parties to continue negotiations in good faith on the effective implementation of obligations under all three interrelated and mutually reinforcing pillars – nuclear disarmament, nonproliferation, and the peaceful use of nuclear energy.
3. In light of the urgent and unprecedented challenges threatening global security and stability, we express serious concern over the lack of substantial progress in the field of nuclear disarmament in accordance with Article 6 of the NPT, as well as the cessation of key arms control agreements, coupled with an alarming trend toward the modernization of nuclear arsenals. At the same time, we note the special responsibility of nuclear-weapon States to engage in negotiations on nuclear disarmament and call for the urgent development of new, verifiable arms control mechanisms to prevent a nuclear arms race.
4. We affirm our unwavering support for the activities of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in implementing the provisions of the NPT, promoting cooperation in the peaceful uses of nuclear energy, and applying safeguards and monitoring of nuclear programs in the Agency’s member states.
5. We firmly advocate for the necessity of the earliest entry-into-force of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) which will mark exactly thirty years since its opening for signature on 24 September 2026. In this regard, we emphasize the need to preserve and further strengthen the international norm against nuclear testing and call for refraining from any actions that could undermine this norm.

We emphasize the important role of raising awareness on disarmament and non-proliferation in fostering a culture of peace, trust and responsibility, and note the particular importance of involving the youth in discussions on disarmament and international security. We support the continued promotion of the International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness, initiated by the Kyrgyz Republic and symbolically observed annually on 5 March – the date the NPT entered into force – as well as related regional educational initiatives.

In this regard, we note the relevance of the recommendations contained in the UN Study on Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Education, as well as the UN Secretary-General’s Agenda for Disarmament, “Securing Our Common Future: An Agenda for Disarmament.”

6. We welcome the signing on 6 May 2014 by the nuclear-weapon States of the Protocol on Negative Security Assurances to the Treaty on the Central Asian Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone and its ratification by four nuclear-weapon states, and we express our hope for the earliest completion of the ratification process for the Protocol by the United States of America.
7. We express our interest in the institutional development of the CANWFZ Treaty and in expanding further partnerships with existing nuclear-weapon-free zones with the aim of strengthening the global nuclear non-proliferation regime and uniting international efforts to ensure peace and security. In this context, we welcome the signing of Memoranda of Understanding with the African Commission on Atomic Energy (AFCONE) and the Organization for the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons in Latin America and the Caribbean (OPANAL), as well as the holding in Astana on August 28–29, 2024, under Kazakhstan’s chairmanship, of the second meeting of representatives of all existing nuclear-weapon-free zones.
8. We note the great importance of strengthening regional security as a key factor for sustainable development and stability in Central Asia, and we reaffirm our intention to continue to cooperate closely in addressing common challenges and threats.
9. We support efforts to establish new nuclear-weapon-free zones in regions where they do not currently exist, including in the Middle East.
10. We welcome the adoption of the resolution “Treaty on a Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone in Central Asia” at the 79th session of the UN General Assembly as well as the holding, of an anniversary meeting of the Treaty’s participating States in Ashgabat on 5 December 2024, under Turkmenistan’s chairmanship, with the participation of representatives of other existing nuclear-weapon-free zones and international organizations.

On August 25, 2026, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Kazakhstan to Uzbekistan Yeraly Tugzhanov met with Bekzod Mamatkulov, Chairman of the Board of Founders of «BMB HOLDING».

During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for expanding trade, economic and investment cooperation between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, as well as opportunities for implementing joint investment projects with the participation of «BMB HOLDING». It was noted that in 2025, the company exported agricultural products worth approximately 40 million USD to Kazakhstan.

Particular attention was paid to developing cooperation in the agro-industrial sector, deep processing of agricultural products, expanding mutual supplies, and establishing direct business ties with Kazakh companies.

The parties also discussed prospects for «BMB HOLDING’s» participation in investment projects in Kazakhstan. The Kazakh side expressed its readiness to provide the necessary assistance in establishing contacts with relevant government agencies, organizations, and representatives of the country’s business community.

Following the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their mutual interest in further developing practical cooperation and agreed to organize a visit by representatives of «BMB HOLDING» to the Kostanay and North Kazakhstan regions to hold negotiations on the supply and processing of agricultural products, as well as to discuss prospects for implementing joint investment projects.

On 24 August 2026, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Uzbekistan Yeraly Tugzhanov met with the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps accredited in Uzbekistan, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Arab Emirates to Uzbekistan Saeed Matar Al-Qemzi.

During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects of Kazakhstan–UAE cooperation, noting the high level of political dialogue and positive dynamics in bilateral engagement.

Particular attention was paid to expanding trade, economic and investment ties, implementing joint projects, and deepening cooperation across various sectors of the economy. In this context, the UAE’s advanced experience in developing modern port and logistics infrastructure, particularly in Dubai, was noted as being of practical interest to Kazakhstan in light of the measures being undertaken to strengthen its transit and transport potential and develop international transport corridors.

Following the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their readiness to maintain regular working contacts and continue constructive engagement on issues of mutual interest.

Уважаемые соотечественники!

В предстоящее воскресенье в нашей стране состоится поистине историческое событие – первые выборы в новый однопалатный Курултай.

В последние годы наша страна уверенно идет по пути масштабных реформ.

Благодаря единству, согласию, солидарности нам удалось достичь больших результатов в построении Справедливого Казахстана. Но впереди еще много работы.

С вступлением в силу Народной Конституции эти выборы станут точкой отсчета новых реформ на благо всех граждан и откроют новую веху в летописи современного Казахстана.

Выборы в Курултай мною были анонсированы заранее, чтобы все партии смогли надлежащим образом подготовиться к ним.

В результате первая избирательная кампания в Курултай была содержательной, открытой, конкурентной, цивилизованной. Таково общее мнение наших граждан.

Вне всяких сомнений, эти выборы запомнятся как, пожалуй, самые интересные в истории нашей страны.

В ходе встреч с избирателями, агитации в средствах массовой информации, общенациональных теледебатов, дискуссий в социальных сетях партии аргументированно представили свои программы.

Другими словами, граждане получили возможность оценить взгляды политических партий на будущее страны, различные инициативы по дальнейшему развитию всех сфер жизни от экономики до культуры.

Предвыборная кампания показала, что в стране произошла смена общественной повестки, и в этой повестке центральное место прочно заняли идеи созидания и прогресса.

На сцену вышли новые лица, появились интересные идеи.

Это важный признак политического обновления, пробуждения пассионарной энергии нашей нации.

Меня особенно радует, что в общественные дискуссии активно включились молодые люди, представители профессиональных сообществ, предприниматели.

Это прямой результат наших реформ, направленных на повышение политической культуры и расширение участия граждан в управлении государством.

Ответственное отношение к судьбе страны – это важнейшее условие динамичного прогресса Казахстана.

Ход избирательной кампании отслеживали многочисленные отечественные и международные наблюдатели. В день голосования они будут работать на участках.

Мы строим государство, в котором неизменными нормами становятся принцип «Закон и Порядок», эффективность властных институтов, уважение к воле граждан, защита их законных прав.  

Уверен, по итогам всенародного голосования в Курултай будут избраны профессионалы и патриоты нашей Родины.

Новый законодательный орган должен стать общей платформой конструктивных взглядов и устремлений. Курултай будет задавать высокий темп дальнейшей модернизации страны.

В условиях беспрецедентной геополитической напряженности и нарастающих глобальных вызовов мы должны твердо и последовательно воплощать в жизнь нашу стратегию превращения Казахстана в поистине развитое государство.

Нам предстоит решить непростые задачи, чтобы войти в когорту передовых стран.

Зачастую ценность важнейших решений осознается людьми лишь годы спустя.

В это воскресенье наступит именно такой судьбоносный момент, когда мы откроем новую страницу в истории Казахстана.

Наше будущее зависит от осознанного выбора миллионов граждан, от каждого из вас, дорогие соотечественники.

Участие в выборах – это высший акт народной воли, проявление гражданской ответственности и сопричастности к судьбе Родины. Миллионы людей в мире борются за свои избирательные права.

Как гласит народная пословица: «Келісіп пішкен тон келте болмас» (Сообща принятое решение – самое мудрое).

Призываю всех граждан, особенно молодежь, принять участие в выборах и внести свой вклад в дальнейшее успешное развитие Казахстана.

Убежден, ваш голос послужит укреплению нашей священной Родины!

Желаю всем соотечественникам крепкого здоровья и благополучия!

Да здравствует наше Отечество – Республика Казахстан!

Источник: www.akorda.kz 

At the Senate of the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Uzbekistan Yeraly Tugzhanov held a meeting with Tanzila Narbayeva, Chairperson of the Senate.

During the meeting, the sides noted that the foundation of the successful alliance between Astana and Tashkent is the trusting dialogue between the leaders of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, and Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The importance of the Treaty on Allied Relations as a significant milestone in the development of cooperation between the two fraternal peoples was emphasized.

The Ambassador briefed the Uzbek side on the entry into force of Kazakhstan’s new Constitution on 1 July 2026 and the upcoming first elections to the Kurultai, scheduled for 23 August.

Particular attention was paid to intensifying interparliamentary dialogue, including mutual visits by parliamentary delegations and the exchange of experience in legislative activities. The sides confirmed their intention to promote projects in the fields of culture, education and support for gender equality in Central Asia.

The importance of expanding ties between the border regions of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan was noted, including the significance of the Council of Heads of Regions as a new strategic platform for strengthening interregional cooperation. It was emphasized that the first meeting of the Council, held on 23–24 July this year in Aktau on the sidelines of a meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission, gave additional impetus to cooperation between the regions.

Yeraly Tugzhanov highly appreciated the personal contribution of Tanzila Narbayeva to strengthening friendship, good-neighborliness and interparliamentary cooperation between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.

The Chairperson of the Senate of the Oliy Majlis expressed readiness to further expand interparliamentary ties and support democratic processes in the region.

Tashkent, August 18, 2026 — The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Uzbekistan hosted a meeting between Yeraly Tugzhanov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Kazakhstan, and Rashad Mamedov, the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Azerbaijan.

During the conversation, the heads of the diplomatic missions exchanged views on the current state and prospects for the development of multilateral cooperation in the Central Asian and South Caucasus region.

The parties emphasized the high level of strategic partnership and alliance linking Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan with the Republic of Uzbekistan.

The Ambassadors noted the importance of implementing joint infrastructure, transport and logistics, and energy projects that strengthen the region’s transit potential.

The interlocutors expressed support for continued active cooperation between diplomatic missions in Tashkent, including the holding of joint cultural and expert events.

Yeraly Tugzhanov congratulated his Azerbaijani colleague on the recent start of his diplomatic mission in Uzbekistan and wished him success in strengthening fraternal ties. Rashad Mamedov expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and confirmed his readiness for close working cooperation.

The meeting took place in a traditionally friendly, warm, and constructive atmosphere, underscoring the high level of trust between the countries.

On April 18, 2026, a round table titled “New Dynamics of Uzbekistan–Kazakhstan Relations: What Comes After the Bukhara Summit?” was held at the International Institute for Central Asia with the support of the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Uzbekistan.

The event focused on discussing the current state and future prospects of relations between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan in the context of implementing the agreements reached following the recent informal meeting of the Heads of State in Bukhara.

The discussion brought together representatives of the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan, think tanks and expert circles, as well as media representatives.

The Kazakh side was represented by the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Uzbekistan, Beibut Atamkulov, Director of the Kazakhstan Institute for Strategic Studies under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Zhandos Shaimardanov, and Senior Expert of the Institute for Foreign Policy Studies under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, Valeriy Sitenko.

The speakers noted with satisfaction the steady positive dynamics of multifaceted cooperation covering political, trade and economic, investment, transport and logistics, as well as cultural and humanitarian spheres.

Particular attention was paid to the practical implementation of previously reached agreements, expansion of industrial cooperation, and strengthening of transport connectivity and the region’s transit potential.

Ambassador B. Atamkulov emphasized the importance of maintaining a consistent and sustainable course in developing bilateral cooperation, highlighting its significance for the entire Central Asian region.

Experts, in turn, underscored the outcomes of the Bukhara talks, which gave additional impetus to deepening allied relations between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. They also stressed the importance of continuing regular expert dialogue to ensure timely responses to emerging challenges and effective use of new opportunities for regional cooperation.

Following the round table, participants expressed confidence in the continued progressive development of Kazakhstan–Uzbekistan relations and reaffirmed their readiness to deepen cooperation across all key areas.