The development of international mediation and the peaceful settlement of conflicts were discussed at an international roundtable held in Astana. Hosted by the Institute of Parliamentarism, the event brought together representatives of government agencies, international organisations, academia, and professional mediators. Experts examined mechanisms for preventive diplomacy and confidence-building between states, as well as the role of mediation in ensuring international security. They highlighted Kazakhstan’s substantial experience in facilitating international dialogue and providing platforms for negotiations. The importance of such initiatives is growing amid geopolitical instability. In his recent state-of-the-nation address, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasised that the global situation has become even more complex and unpredictable than during the Cold War. Against this backdrop, new forms of international cooperation are becoming increasingly important in preventing conflicts and advancing nuclear disarmament. One of the key initiatives discussed at the roundtable was the establishment of an International Mediation Centre in Kazakhstan.
«I believe that to further develop and strengthen the institution of mediation, we need to explore new approaches. One such initiative could be the establishment of an international organisation dedicated to promoting mediation. As part of this project, there are plans to create a dedicated platform where our experts, mediators, academics and legal professionals can exchange views and contribute to the legislative process,» said Zhamaladen Ibragimov, Professor in the Department of Constitutional and Civil Law at Eurasian National University.
«Kazakhstan currently plays a significant role as a mediator in addressing global challenges. Mediation is already well established in the country and is governed by a dedicated law. However, the time has come to discuss the development of international mediation. This year alone, more than 100,000 civil matters have been resolved through mediation,» said Sholpan Saimova, PhD, Executive Director at the Institute of Parliamentarism.
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