Any effort to impose a ban on language will be thwarted, according to Tokayev's statement

World Leader Kassym-Jomart Tokaev Addresses 3rd World Religious Leaders Congress; Tokaev expressed concerns about global deterioration since the previous gathering, as stated by our reporter.

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2025 September 19 . 9:07 PM

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Any efforts to impose a ban on language usage will be effectively thwarted, as per the statement of... — Any efforts to impose a ban on language usage will be effectively thwarted, as per the statement of Tokayev.

Any effort to impose a ban on language will be thwarted, according to Tokayev's statement

In a sobering address at the VIII Congress of World Religious Leaders in Astana, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev highlighted the growing threat of a potential nuclear conflict and the deteriorating state of the world.

Tokayev reiterated the importance of pursuing a policy of interethnic, interreligious, and interethnic tolerance and mutual respect in Kazakhstan. He emphasised that unity lies in diversity and that any attempts to undermine or tarnish such policy would face appropriate legal repercussions.

The President noted that the concept of ultranationalism and patriotism is growing in fusion, a worrying trend that he believes is causing political instability in several countries. He also pointed out a troubling trend of clashing right-conservative and liberal ideologies, which he described as extremely negative trends that have gained momentum.

Tokayev went on to express his concern about the situation among the youth, stating that the current state of the world is particularly disorienting for them. He even dubbed the current state of the world as a civilization crisis, a term that some politicians and experts have used.

Addressing the gathering, Tokayev identified political actors contributing to the growth of negative trends and a potential civilizational crisis in recent years. However, the provided search results do not specify which actors or countries he mentioned.

In a strong message, Tokayev stated that it is essential to maintain interethnic and interreligious harmony, and that any attempts to restrict the use of languages in public service and public places will be thwarted and evaluated by law.

Our website reported on the President's speech, which comes at a time when the world is grappling with numerous challenges and uncertainties. Tokayev's address serves as a reminder of the importance of unity, tolerance, and respect in these trying times.