Kazakh President Awards Armenian PM with Prestigious Altyn Qyran Order

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has delivered high praise for Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan during an awards ceremony, saying he views him as a true national leader of Armenia.

President Tokayev noted that Pashinyan has brought new energy to Armenia’s development and accelerated reforms across state institutions, The Caspian Post informs via Kazakh media.

“Under your far-sighted leadership, Armenia confidently embarked on the path of sustainable progress, and strengthened its position on the international stage, demonstrating a model of thoughtful and responsible domestic and foreign policy. In the most challenging geopolitical situation, you have demonstrated such a valuable quality as the ability to make unconventional and resolute decisions, which will undoubtedly benefit the entire Armenian people. There is no doubt that this shows that friendly, fraternal Armenia has chosen the path of peaceful and sustainable development, which is your historic achievement. I would especially like to highlight your significant role in advancing the peace process between Armenia and Azerbaijan, and in signing the corresponding final document in Washington,” said Tokayev.

He emphasized that the Kazakhstan-Armenia relations are now advancing to the level of a strategic partnership.

“Your active involvement in developing multifaceted cooperation between our countries has largely contributed to this. In recognition of your exceptional role and outstanding contribution to the development of Kazakh-Armenian relations, I have decided to present you today with the highest state award of the Republic of Kazakhstan - the Order of ‘Altyn Qyran.’ I am confident that this event will become yet another vivid symbol of unbreakable brotherhood, mutual trust, and the shared aspirations for the future of our peoples,” the president said.

Pashinyan expressed deep appreciation for the honor, describing the gesture as a sign of respect toward the Armenian nation.

“It is a great honor for me to be presented with the highest award of the brotherly Kazakhstan and to receive it personally from you. You are a highly experienced politician, statesman, and diplomat, and your recognition deserves a lot. I am confident that this award will contribute to further development not only of our bilateral relations, but also our entire region,” the prime minister of Armenia said.