Humanitarian and educational initiatives in Afghanistan will persist under Kazakhstan's leadership, as stated by President Tokayev.
In a significant move to bolster relations with Afghanistan, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has designated Yerkin Tokumov as his Special Representative for the country. This appointment comes as Kazakhstan seeks to deepen its involvement in trade, economic growth, and humanitarian assistance aimed at promoting security and stability in Afghanistan.
Tokumov, who now holds this key role, is tasked with facilitating effective interaction with Afghanistan, particularly in trade-economic and humanitarian areas. One of his primary initiatives is to improve economic connectivity between Kazakhstan and Afghanistan, as evidenced by the recent signing of a memorandum for constructing and operating a railway linking Central and Southern Asia. This project is expected to deepen regional integration and economic collaboration.
In addition to trade initiatives, Kazakhstan is also committed to providing humanitarian aid and educational support to Afghanistan. The focus of these initiatives is to contribute to the development and stability of the country. Moreover, President Tokayev has highlighted the importance of utilizing resources from the UN Regional Centre for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) based in Almaty to bolster sustainable development projects across Central Asia, including Afghanistan.
Tokumov also engages with Afghanistan's representatives, underscoring Kazakhstan’s intention to cooperate in political, economic, and cultural spheres. This includes dialogue with the Islamic Emirate’s ambassadors based in Kazakhstan, reflecting Kazakhstan’s openness to expanding bilateral ties amid evolving regional dynamics.
The President recently received Tokumov and emphasized the special role he plays in developing bilateral contacts with the current authorities of Afghanistan. The meeting took place in Almaty, the focus of Kazakhstan's initiatives, and the Head of State, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, emphasized the importance of utilizing the UN Regional Centre for Sustainable Development Goals in Central Asia and Afghanistan in Almaty.
Kazakhstan's commitment to Afghanistan is unwavering, as evidenced by the President's emphasis on the need to ensure the security and stability of the country. The nation intends to continue implementing humanitarian initiatives and educational programmes towards Afghanistan, demonstrating its continued support for the country's development and stability.
Tokumov will focus on improving economic connectivity between Kazakhstan and Afghanistan, particularly in trade-economic and humanitarian areas, as he is tasked with facilitating effective interaction. President Tokayev is also committed to providing humanitarian aid and educational support to Afghanistan, aiming to contribute to the development and stability of the country while cooperating politically with the Islamic Emirate's ambassadors in Kazakhstan.
