ASTANA – Kazakhstan has completed the establishment of diplomatic relations with all United Nations (UN) member states after signing a joint communiqué with Nauru (Naoero), becoming the 195th country with which Kazakhstan has established diplomatic ties on Oct.
31, the Foreign Ministry’s press service reported. Kazakhstan’s Permanent Representative to the UN Kairat Umarov and Naoero’s Permanent Representative Lara Erab Daniel signed the document on Oct. 31 Photo credit: MFA Kazakhstan’s Permanent Representative to the UN Kairat Umarov and Naoero’s Permanent Representative Lara Erab Daniel signed the document, marking an important milestone in the country’s diplomatic history.
The communiqué lays the foundation for bilateral cooperation based on the principles of the UN Charter and international law, including mutual respect for national sovereignty and territorial integrity, equality of states and non-interference in each other’s internal affairs.
During the meeting, the two sides discussed prospects for political dialogue and expanding trade, economic and humanitarian ties. Potential areas of cooperation include trade, sustainable development, digitalization and human capital development. They paid particular attention to strengthening cooperation within the UN and other multilateral forums.
Both sides emphasized the importance of maintaining regular dialogue on international issues and developing partnerships between Kazakhstan and Pacific countries. The establishment of diplomatic relations with Nauru reflects Kazakhstan’s policy of expanding international cooperation, strengthening friendly ties and promoting constructive dialogue with countries around the world.
Kazakhstan joined the UN on March 2, 1992, shortly after gaining independence, under General Assembly Resolution 46/224. Since then, the country has expanded its engagement with the organization, including serving as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council in 2017-2018.
Kazakhstan has also advanced initiatives on nuclear disarmament, regional security and sustainable development, making the UN an important platform for its multilateral diplomacy.