Increasingly known as the “Middle Powers,” states in different regions of the world, such as Australia, Brazil, Indonesia, or Poland, driven by a combination of threats and opportunities, are trying to play a role in the management of a global architecture under increasing stress and strain. He believes a negotiated settlement of the Ukraine war is imperative and warned that “the alternative is a war of mutual extermination.” The Kazakhs see continued conflict in Ukraine as a threat to their national security because of its potential to damage their political economy and even sovereignty and independence. The Trump transition team should plan to move beyond the “enhanced strategic partnership dialogue” with Astana, benefiting the mutual security and economic interest of the two countries, as well as enhancing the ties with Central Asia and contributing to the cause of international security and stability.
Author: Kamran Bokhari
Published at: 2024-11-11 23:28:50
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