Ashraf AboArafe
CAIRO, October 21, 2026 — Nabil Fahmy, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, received Mukhtar Tleuberdi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, on Wednesday to discuss ways to strengthen Arab–Kazakh relations, expand cooperation between Kazakhstan and the League, and exchange views on key regional and international developments.
Fahmy emphasized that Arab–Kazakh relations are rooted in longstanding historical ties, reaffirming the League’s commitment to deepening these relations through intensified political consultations and practical cooperation initiatives, particularly those aimed at strengthening connectivity between the Arab world and Central Asia.
The meeting also addressed the far-reaching transformations reshaping the international order and the challenges they pose to global security and stability. Fahmy stressed the importance of respecting international law and the Charter of the United Nations, underscoring the need to resolve conflicts through political and diplomatic means rather than resorting to force.
On the Palestinian issue, the Secretary-General expressed his appreciation for Kazakhstan’s supportive positions on the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people. He reaffirmed the importance of achieving a just and comprehensive peace based on the two-state solution, in accordance with international legitimacy resolutions and the Arab Peace Initiative.
