Kazakhstan intends to continue democratic transformations
On the eve of the regular session of the UN Human Rights Council (HRC) in Geneva, the diplomatic corps accredited in Kazakhstan was presented a comprehensive report on democratic reforms carried out in the country, the press service of the Kazakh Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported Feb 13.
At a briefing on Promotion of human rights: a comprehensive dialogue on transformational reforms in Kazakhstan, First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Kairat Umarov, reported on the progress of political and human rights reforms in 2023, as well as the priorities and plans of Kazakhstan in its final year of HRC membership.
One of the key outcomes of Kazakhstan's HRC membership last year was the adoption of the resolution Ensuring quality education for peace and tolerance for every child, developed by Kazakhstan. Umarov expressed gratitude to the countries that co-sponsored and supported the resolution, with a total of 126 states acting as co-authors.
According to him, gender equality and domestic violence elimination will be Kazakhstan's priorities at HRC sessions in 2024.
Vice Minister of Justice of Kazakhstan Botagoz Zhakselekova, presented the results of implementation of the reforms initiated by the Head of State in human rights, including decentralization of the political system, simplification of party registration, and protection of citizens' rights.
Alua Nadirkulova, Ambassador-at-Large of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, highlighted the role of the Dialogue Platform on the Human Dimension, consultative and advisory structure, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The representatives of the diplomatic corps had the opportunity to pose questions to the speakers.
During the briefing, the renowned Kazakh diplomat, Madina Jarbussynova, presented her program, goals, and visions as a candidate for membership in the UN Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women for 2025-2028.