World leaders have sent congratulations to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on the occasion of Republic Day. In their messages, they noted Kazakhstan's development and outlined plans to strengthen cooperation, according to the Akorda press service. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.
Congratulatory telegrams continue to arrive.
Congratulations from Russia and China
Russian President Vladimir Putin noted Kazakhstan's successes in the economy and social sphere, as well as the country's role in international affairs.
"Relations between Russia and Kazakhstan are successfully developing in the spirit of strategic partnership and alliance. I am confident that we will continue to consistently strengthen mutually beneficial Russian-Kazakhstan ties in all areas – for the benefit of our friendly peoples, as well as in the interests of strengthening security and stability in the Eurasian space," Putin wrote.
Chinese President Xi Jinping, in his congratulatory message, highlighted Kazakhstan's political reforms, social stability and sustainable economic development. He also expressed readiness to expand cooperation.
"I attach special importance to the development of Kazakh-Chinese relations. I am ready to continue making joint efforts to further deepen bilateral cooperation, filling it with concrete content for the benefit of the peoples of our two countries," Xi Jinping said.
Congratulations from the US, Central Asia and Turkey
US President Donald Trump sent congratulations to Tokayev. He emphasized the importance of the expanded strategic partnership between the two countries and his personal relations with the Kazakh president.
"I highly value the Expanded Strategic Partnership between our countries and look forward to further developing the excellent relations built between you and me during both of my presidential terms. It is a great honor for me to join in celebrating this important milestone," Trump's message reads.
Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev noted the strengthening of strategic partnership and alliance with Kazakhstan. Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov recalled that the adoption of the Declaration on State Sovereignty on October 25, 1990 opened the country's path to independence.
Tajik President Emomali Rahmon emphasized the importance of mutual respect and trust in relations between the two countries. Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted Kazakhstan's successes in strengthening statehood and improving the well-being of the population.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan recalled the meeting of the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council held on May 14, 2026 in Astana, and the subsequent informal summit of the Organization of Turkic States in Turkestan.
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev thanked Tokayev for his recent visit to Baku to participate in the seventh CICA summit. According to him, regular meetings and dialogue between the leaders help develop strategic partnership and alliance.
Congratulations from Europe and international organizations
French President Emmanuel Macron conveyed wishes to Kazakhstanis from the French people. He also recalled the upcoming 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations.
"Since Kazakhstan gained independence, our countries have consistently strengthened bilateral cooperation and brought positions closer on a wide range of international issues, joining efforts for the sake of peace, prosperity and sustainable development," Macron wrote.
King Charles III of the United Kingdom noted the friendship between the countries and confirmed his readiness to expand cooperation.
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung highlighted the establishment of a comprehensive strategic partnership following Tokayev's state visit to Seoul in September this year.
Congratulations were also sent by the leaders of Germany, Italy, Austria, Switzerland, Belarus, Armenia and other countries, Emperor Naruhito of Japan, Pope Leo XIV, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, President of the European Council Antonio Costa and heads of other international organizations.
Earlier, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated Kazakhstanis on Republic Day, announcing a new stage of the country's development. The day before, the president took part in the ceremony of raising the state flag near the Akorda.