Islamabad: Yerzhan Kistafin, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Pakistan, reiterated Kazakhstan’s longstanding dedication to global peace and interreligious cooperation.
Mr Kistafin was addressing a seminar on “Interfaith Dialogue: outcomes of the 8th Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions” organised here by Institute of Regional Studies (IRS) in collaboration with the Embassy of Kazakhstan and International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI).
Kistafin noted that the 8th Congress, held in Astana, reflects Kazakhstan’s belief that dialogue is the only sustainable path to a peaceful and stable world order. He highlighted the deep historical, cultural, and spiritual ties between Kazakhstan and Pakistan describing collaboration on interfaith initiatives as both natural and mutually enriching. He emphasised that the “Spirit of Astana” continues to inspire nations to uphold values of tolerance, mutual respect and peaceful coexistence.
Earlier, in his welcome remarks, Jauhar Saleem, President, IRS, underscored the growing need for sustained interfaith dialogue in a world increasingly shaped by polarisation and conflict. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to advancing religious harmony and applauded Kazakhstan’s leadership in establishing impactful platforms such as the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions.
