UN Charter serves as a foundation for modern international order, Kazakh President

Moderator of the plenary session and chair of the Berlin Global Dialogue Lars-Hendrik Röller asked the Head of State what role Kazakhstan plays in the region and whether there are any problems from the view of point of more efficient use of positions of middle powers through the regional cooperation.

First of all, the Head of State confirmed that Kazakhstan remains committed to the regional policy, and close cooperation with all the neighbors in Central Asia. The more the countries cooperate, the more it benefits the interests of Kazakhstan and other Central Asia countries. He said the current situation deeply varies from the situation 10 years ago. The countries established multifaceted ties on a wide range of issues. The heads of Central Asian countries hold regular meetings to compare notes.

“So, the answer is clear. Our political principles are aimed at strengthening strategic balance. I think Central Asia has become more noticeable on the world map. I hope my colleagues in Central Asia agree with that. We will do our best to strengthen the potential of this important region, the Head of State said.

As for the UN, the Head of State firmly believes that it is crucial to strengthen the Organization since it is indispensable. Irrespective of its shortages, there is no alternative. He said that’s why Kazakhstan is set to further continue cooperation with all the countries that share this position in strengthening the UN role. The voices of regional powers and middle powers should be heard, first of all, at the Security Council.

The Head of State said it is essential to support the UN which will celebrate next year its 80^th anniversary.

Besides, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev stressed that Kazakhstan strongly supports multilateralism. 

“We are convinced that the present-day world and the world of the future should be universal based first of all on the principles provided by the Charter of the UN. It is necessary to remain committed to the UN Charter. No one has the right to violate it since there is no alternative. But we should consolidate our efforts to cease wars, and conflicts and try to come to a dialogue. The UN Charter serves as a foundation for the modern international order,” the Kazakh President said.

As earlier reported, the Head of State addressed the plenary session of the Astana Think Tank Forum.