The Kazakh capital hosts the Astana International Forum 2025 with the participation of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Kazinform News Agency correspondent reports.

The Astana International Forum 2025 themed “Connecting Minds, Shaping the Future” gathered participants from over 70 countries, including delegates, heads of companies, accompanying persons and over 100 foreign media representatives.

Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame and Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) Chairman Ban Ki-moon are expected to address the Forum.

The forum brings together leading speakers from governments, international organisations, businesses, and academic institutions to engage in transformative discussions and develop practical solutions to our most pressing global challenges.

For this year's edition, AIF expands its focus to address a comprehensive range of issues including energy security, climate action, geopolitical cooperation, international trade, technological innovation, and sustainable development—reflecting the interconnected nature of today's global landscape and the need for collaborative, cross-sectoral approaches.