Tokayev Proposes Russia Join the Organization of Turkic States
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Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev proposed that Russia join the Organization of Turkic States or participate as an observer. He made the proposal at the organization’s 13th summit, noting Russia’s historical and cultural ties with the Turkic world.
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said that it would be appropriate for Russia to join the activities of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) or participate in the organization as an observer. He put forward this proposal at the OTS’s 13th Summit held in Ankara.
According to the Kazakh leader, making effective use of the “Organization of Turkic States+” format is important for strengthening the organization’s international standing and expanding cooperation. The Kazinform news agency reported this, citing Akorda.
Tokayev emphasized that Russia has longstanding historical and cultural ties with the Turkic world and is home to numerous Turkic peoples. He also noted that Russia is promoting the “Altai — Cradle of Turkic Civilization” project, an initiative supported by Kazakhstan.
In the president’s view, Russia’s involvement in the organization’s activities or its participation as an observer could benefit all member states.
In his address, Tokayev also highlighted that the Organization of Turkic States is a unique international structure that contributes to strengthening the unity of the Turkic world and developing cooperation among its member countries.