First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerzhan Ashikbayev participated in the Astana Think Tank Forum 2025 (ATTF), held on the theme: "From Polarization to Partnership: Restoring Trust in the International System", El.kz cites Kazakh Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Speaking at the first session, "Multilateralism at a Crossroads: Reforming Global Governance in a Divided World," Y.Ashikbayev emphasized the need to build a "constructive consensus" and strengthen multilateralism in the face of increasing international polarization, noting the growing role of "middle powers" in maintaining stability, peace, and sustainable development.

The importance of reforming the UN Security Council, strengthening regional cooperation formats, and promoting a responsible approach to regulating artificial intelligencewas noted. Particular attention was paid to Kazakhstan's efforts to achieve carbon neutrality by 2060 and strengthening transcontinental connectivity in Central Asia.

In this context, Y.Ashikbayev emphasized that Kazakhstan consistently promotes a vision for the region's further development based on the strengtheningof mutually beneficial ties within Eurasia and the creation of a synergy of interests between Central Asian countries and their external partners.