Author: Derya Soysal

By Derya Soysal, reporting from the Astana International Forum During the Astana International Forum (AIF), Zulfiya Suleimenova, Special Representative of the President of Kazakhstan on Climate and Environmental Issues, spoke to us in an exclusive interview about the country’s evolving climate policy, energy transition plans, and international cooperation. From shifting away from coal through the development of nuclear energy to building stronger ties with the European Union and proposing regional food security hubs, Suleimenova detailed how Kazakhstan is navigating the complex intersection of climate resilience, economic development, and environmental justice. “We don’t really want to leave anyone behind,” she emphasized,…

Roman Vassilenko, Deputy Foreign minister of Kazakhstan.

ASTANA, May 29 – Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev opened the Second Astana International Forum on Wednesday with a strong call for renewed global cooperation, nuclear non-proliferation, and institutional reform in the face of growing geopolitical instability and technological disruption. Addressing an audience of international leaders, diplomats, and experts, Tokayev warned of a “profound global uncertainty” threatening peace and progress. Tokayev linked Kazakhstan’s foreign policy philosophy to its strategic investments in technology and innovation. “Multilateralism is foundering,” he warned. “Kazakhstan’s foreign policy is based on the belief that dialogue is more powerful than division.” Positioning the country as a rising digital…

Brussels, 23 May 2025 — Today, the Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in Brussels hosted an informal lunch, welcoming a diverse group of European delegates ahead of their upcoming mission to Kyrgyzstan. The gathering brought together over 20 participants from across Europe, all of whom confirmed their attendance, including those with specific dietary preferences such as vegetarian options. In his welcoming remarks, the Kyrgyz ambassador, Aidit Erkin, emphasized the significance of this moment in EU–Central Asia relations. He recalled the historic summit held in Samarkand, where for the first time, the leaders of all five Central Asian nations met with the…

Le Turkménistan célèbre le 18 mai la journée nationale du drapeau et de la Constitution du Turkménistan. D’ailleurs, Derya SOYSAL en collaboration avec l’Ambassade du Turkménistan à Bruxelles a célébré cette journée et le drapeau sacré du Turkménistan.

Le Kazakhstan Renforce son Engagement au sein de l’Organisation des États Turciques lors du Sommet de Budapest Budapest, 21 mai 2025 — Le président kazakh Kassym-Jomart Tokaïev a appelé à un renforcement stratégique de la coopération entre les États membres de l’Organisation des États turciques (OET) lors du sommet informel tenu à Budapest, sous l’égide du Premier ministre hongrois Viktor Orbán Dans un discours marqué par un ton d’unité et de vision commune, Tokaïev a souligné l’importance symbolique de la tenue du sommet « au cœur de l’Europe », affirmant que cela témoignait de « l’amitié indéfectible » entre les nations…

Brussels, May 20, 2025 — A high-level round table titled “EU–Kazakhstan: Education & Culture – Sustainable Bridges of Cooperation” (Moderator: Alberto Turkstra) was held today at the European Parliament, bringing together key stakeholders from both regions to explore new dimensions of collaboration in education and culture. The event featured two dynamic panel discussions, each highlighting the strategic importance of academic and cultural exchange in strengthening bilateral relations. The event opened with welcoming and introductory remarks from distinguished representatives: In his opening remarks, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to the European Union emphasized the strategic importance of education and culture as pillars of trust…

Commémoration d’Atatürk, fête de la jeunesse et des sports. Cet événement a été organisé par le Consulat Général turc à Bruxelles. Le Consul Général, Onur Sevim, (Birinci Müsteşarı), Mehmet Özgür Çakar, le représentant de la Turquie pour l’UE, Faruk Kaymakçı ont pris parole pour célébrer cette journée. La Consul de l’éducation, Hümeyra Altuntaş Kıran était présente. Atatürk est le père fondateur de la Turquie et est considéré comme le héros de la guerre d’indépendance de la Turquie. Né en 1881 et décédé en 1938, il a fondé la Turquie en 1923. Le consul général a souligné l’importance d’Atatürk pour la…

The next informal summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) is planned to be held in Hungary in May 2025. This event attracts the attention not only of the Organization’s member states, but also of the international community, given its growing influence on the world stage. New horizons of mutually beneficial and practical cooperation between the OTS countries The OTS member states consider the format of cooperation within the framework of the Organization as one of the strategic vectors for the development of multilateral ties. In recent years, the dialog between the members of the OTS has received intensive…