'World has never seen such initiatives': Tokayev addresses Trump at Peace Council
Welcoming the participants of the summit, the Head of State expressed gratitude to U.S. President Donald Trump for holding this historic event.
“Our meeting at the Donald Trump Institute for Peace is taking place at a time when decisive and pragmatic actions are becoming crucial. In essence, it is about building a lasting peace through practical, result-oriented measures rather than endless conferences with resolutions based solely on good intentions. Mr. President, your clear vision and far-sighted approach to promoting global peace and stability have inspired my country to join the Peace Council,” he said.
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev believes that the Peace Council responds to new realities by strengthening existing multilateral efforts.
“The world has not yet seen such initiatives – in essence, this is an unprecedented step, since the innovative concept or project ‘Peace through Creation’ has every chance of becoming a reality thanks to our joint efforts. Therefore, Mr. President, I fully share your conviction that a lasting peace must be based on concrete actions,” the Head of State noted.
It should be recalled that the President of Kazakhstan arrived in Washington on 19 February. As part of this visit, he will hold a number of meetings with leaders of foreign countries as well as U.S. officials.
Earlier, on January 22, Tokayev arrived in Davos to attend the signing ceremony of the Peace Council charter, established at the initiative of President Donald Trump. Kazakhstan was invited to become one of the founding states, and Tokayev was among the first leaders to receive an official invitation to join the Council on Gaza.
Tokayev signs Peace Council charter: video
Leaders and representatives from 18 countries took part in the charter signing ceremony in Davos.
According to Washington’s vision, the Peace Council will be responsible for strategic oversight, mobilizing international resources and monitoring commitments related to Gaza’s peaceful development.
The founding executive board will consist of seven members — described by the White House as leaders with experience in diplomacy, development, infrastructure and economic strategy. Each member will oversee a separate area considered critical for stabilizing Gaza.
In addition, a Gaza executive board will be formed to supervise the activities of the new government in the enclave. The body will include 11 members, four of whom will also serve on the founding executive board.