Kazakhstan's Tokayev proposes Russian participation in OTG+ format or as observer

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev proposed that Russia consider taking part in the “OTG+” format of the Organization of Turkic States, either in that format or as an observer. The proposal was one of the most notable initiatives at the 13th summit of the organisation, held in Ankara.

Speaking before representatives of Turkic world states, Tokayev stressed Russia's centuries-long historical ties with Turkic civilisation, its multinational character and the importance of shared cultural heritage. The information was reported by Kazinform.

The article, titled “From the Golden Horde to Eurasian integration”, features commentary by Aidar Amrebayev on Tokayev's diplomatic initiative.