A roundtable discussion with the Japanese Society of Kazakhstan Study Experts was held in Tokyo

On December 1, 2021, on the Day of the First President of Kazakhstan the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Japan hosted a round table discussion with the Japanese Society of Kazakhstan Study Experts titled "30 Years of Independence: Achievements and Prospects".  

During the event, Ambassador S. Yessimbekov and Japanese experts discussed major achievements of Kazakhstan since gaining its sovereignty, the reforms undertaken and implemented in the country, and progress in the implementation of foreign policy initiatives. Among the speakers emphasised the role and contribution of the First President of the Republic of Kazakhstan - Leader of the Nation N.Nazarbayev in the establishment and development of the Republic. The policies and priorities of the Head of State K.Tokayev were presented in detail. Particular attention was paid to the achievements in the development of Kazakhstan-Japan cooperation.

The round table participants were shown a video about Kazakhstan's achievements during its years of independence and were given books in Japanese and English on the main stages of the country's development, as well as a book of poems by Kazakh poet Abay, translated into Japanese by order of the Head of State.  

In their speeches, the Society Chairmen noted that Kazakhstan has established itself as a sovereign country with strong statehood, a growing national economy and political stability based on a model of inter-ethnic harmony and inter-religious dialogue, also emphasising the special role of the country's multi-vector foreign policy.

The Society includes members from Japan’s universities, research institutions, think tanks, businesses, NGOs and the media. Main goal of this initiative – to organize research and deliver expert support to deepen Kazakhstan-Japan relations further. Among members are former Ambassadors of Japan to Kazakhstan and professors from acclaimed academic institutions, such as Waseda University, Ritsumeikan University, Teikyo University and Musashino University.

 

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