Kazakhstan completely supports the inter -religious and intercultural dialogue at all levels and will actively contribute to the growth of the influence of the congress as a global dialogue site. This was stated by the President of Kazakhstan Kasym-Zhomart Tokaev, speaking at the closure of the VIII Congress of the leaders of world and traditional religions.
Tokaev noted that in the era of indigenous changes in the world it is religious leaders who should bring the light of moral guidelines and humanistic values.
“Despite the differences in religion and the traditions, we are united by uniform aspirations and good intentions. You show an example of distinction and judgment, in the conditions of growing geopolitical instability, this acquires a special importance, how important it is to develop interaction between religions and cultures, to increase cooperation for the best future for all of humanity, ”he said. Humanity Light of moral guidelines and humanistic values.
“In two days you came to a general understanding of the further agenda and key areas of the congress that were set out in a joint final declaration. I urge all the forum, including the goodwill, to actively promote the ideas of this declaration. I fully support your recommendations for the development secretariat of the development of the development of the development A document on the role of religious leaders in the fight against climatic changes, as well as universal principles of responsible use of artificial intelligence from the standpoint of spirituality and humanism, ”he said.
The president also pointed out the importance of protecting religious objects, cultural diversity and spiritual heritage of mankind. The unexplored voice of religious leaders for peaceful coexistence can become a significant contribution to the formation of a new, more sustainable and fair world order, ”he said.
following the results of the VIII congress of world leaders and traditional religions, the Astana Declaration of the World – 2025.”