CIS Foreign Ministers Convene in Almaty
The 8th meeting of CIS Foreign Ministers concluded in Almaty with discussions on various key issues of cooperation, regional and global security. The event received high praise for the multifaceted interaction among the six states, highlighting the prospects for partnership in trade and industrial sectors, green economy, water conservation, and transport connectivity.
The meeting also addressed pressing security issues in the Central Asian region and Russia, focusing on combating terrorist, extremist, and drug threats. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov provided updates on the negotiation process between Russia and the United States, as well as the situation around Ukraine.
A significant development from the meeting was the establishment of a Commonwealth volunteer forum, aimed at promoting the international youth volunteer movement. Kazakhstan, under the leadership of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, will host the first forum in 2026.
Furthermore, the CIS countries agreed to designate Cities of Labor Glory of 1941-1945 and Kazakhstan proposed the inclusion of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization as the first observer in the CIS. Plans are also underway to launch a new cooperation format, CIS +, and strengthen security at external borders for 2026-2030.
The next meeting of the CIS Foreign Ministers is scheduled to take place on October 9 in Dushanbe, with continued discussions on advancing cooperation and security within the Commonwealth.
