Kazakhstan Hosts 5,000 Delegates for Astana International Forum 2025

South Africa's G20 Sherpa, Zane Dangor, highlighted the country's progress in addressing global challenges through an inclusive approach during a recent virtual meeting of G20 Sherpas. Emphasizing the importance of multilateralism, Dangor noted that South Africa has initiated discussions across 15 working groups covering various topics such as development and women's empowerment. In parallel, a trilateral meeting among the U.S., Japan, and South Korea focused on enhancing security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific, reaffirming commitments to counter unlawful maritime claims and strengthen defense capabilities amid regional tensions. Kazakhstan is also positioning itself as a bridge between East and West by hosting the upcoming Astana International Forum 2025, aimed at fostering dialogue on pressing global issues. Meanwhile, Latvia is actively pursuing a seat on the UN Security Council, underlining its commitment to a rules-based international order and support for Ukraine, while enhancing cooperation with the UK on regional challenges. These developments reflect a broader trend of middle powers stepping up to address global complexities in an era of geopolitical uncertainties and economic instability.