The head of state has declared that the global transition to a "green" economy must be fair and take into account the interests of developing nations, our website reports.

Global Leader Urges Fairness in Green Economic Transition

In my view, a selective approach is unacceptable even in environmental matters. Too often, the environmental agenda is shaped without proper consideration for the developmental needs of different regions and countries—particularly developing ones that are still working to strengthen their economic potential. Meanwhile, developed nations achieved their current environmental standards only after a prolonged process of industrialization.

Therefore, the global shift toward greener models must be just, balanced, and incentive-driven.

Our collective approach should be well-founded, pragmatic, and carefully thought out so that countries can move forward based on the principles of sustainable development without jeopardizing their economic growth and progress.

Cooperation on environmental protection must serve as a reliable tool for unity, not division.

It should be built on partnership, trust, and shared responsibility—without public condemnation, reproach, or blame.

As partners, we must act pragmatically and responsibly in the interests of peace and sustainable development, said Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.

The head of state also noted that nature can exist without geopolitics, whereas geopolitics cannot exist without nature.

Our countries share common ecosystems. We are bound by rivers, landscapes, and climate risks. Most importantly, we share responsibility. Central Asia and neighboring regions face shared environmental challenges, including water scarcity and inefficient water management, desertification, glacial melt, air pollution, and threats to biodiversity.

I deliberately list all the key problems and challenges, laying out their essence, because I firmly believe: only through joint efforts can we achieve positive results. The time for reporting past successes is over—now is the time to make decisions.