Foreign Policy

Kazakhstan’s foreign policy is based on the understanding that it is a large country with roots in both Europe and Asia. Kazakhstan’s location and nomadic heritage and commercial history of the Silk Road has helped to guide a multi-vectored foreign-policy and economic diplomacy.

President Tokayev has carried on the multi-vectored doctrine that First President Nursultan Nazarbayev implemented during his presidency. Both leaders believe that by enacting strong political and economic reforms, the country will be in a better position to build its relationships with other nations. Kazakhstan is an impartial nation, one that has worked hard to reform its military, political and economic policies as it advances toward a full democracy. Kazakhstan’s foreign policy underscores a commitment to strong, long-lasting alliances, partnerships, and friendships based on mutual respect - as is consistent with nomadic legacy.

Kazakhstan has many foreign policy and diplomatic accomplishments in its short time as an independent nation.