Kazakhstan to Join Abraham Accords
Washington D.C. – The Government of Kazakhstan announced its intention to join the Abraham Accords on Thursday, ahead of a planned meeting between President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington.
The decision was confirmed by President Trump in a post on Truth Social:
Kazakhstan’s decision is “a major step forward in building bridges across the world.” He added that a formal signing ceremony would be held soon to make the accession official.
Significance of Kazakhstan’s Membership
By joining, Kazakhstan will become part of the Abraham Accords alongside the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Morocco, Sudan, Israel, and the United States. This marks a major diplomatic milestone as Kazakhstan is:
- The first Central Asian country to join the Accords
- The only non-Middle Eastern or North African member, besides the United States
This expansion extends the Abraham Accords’ influence into Central Asia, showing their increasing importance beyond the original regional scope.
Impact on Regional and Religious Diplomacy
Kazakhstan's accession is a strong message from a Muslim-majority nation supporting peaceful normalization with Israel. By joining, Astana strengthens the framework’s standing across the Islamic world and proves that cooperation with Israel can align with Islamic values and regional collaboration.
Author’s Summary
Kazakhstan’s entry into the Abraham Accords marks a historic move, bridging Central Asia and the Islamic world with Israel through a commitment to peaceful cooperation.