Roundtable Report

On September 4, 2026, the Faculty of International Relations of al-Farabi KazNU hosted the international round table “THE ROLE OF KAZAKHSTAN’S YOUTH IN SUPPORTING A NUCLEAR-FREE WORLD,” dedicated to the International Day Against Nuclear Tests and the 35th anniversary of the closure of the Semipalatinsk Test Site.

The event was opened by Gulnara Serikbayevna Baikushikova, Head of the Department of International Relations and World Economy of the Faculty of International Relations of al-Farabi KazNU.

The welcoming remarks were delivered by Almasha Arystanovna Arenova, Head of the Political Cooperation Department of the Representative Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty, and Viktor Yuryevich Tsvetkov, Vice-Consul of the Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Almaty.

The opening report was delivered by Nurlan Keshirimovich Boztaev, Head of the Public Foundation “Polygon 29 August.” In his report, he highlighted the main activities of the foundation, addressed historical aspects and the present day, and called on the younger generation to actively participate in preserving historical memory, raising public awareness of the consequences of nuclear testing, and fostering a culture of peace and responsibility for the future.

As part of the round table, Kamran Kamalovich Guseynov, a researcher at Almaty Management University, delivered a research report on nuclear disarmament. In his presentation, he examined key problems and contemporary challenges in the field of nuclear disarmament, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation and strengthening nuclear security mechanisms. Particular attention was paid to the role of states and international organizations in promoting initiatives aimed at reducing nuclear risks.

The program also included speeches by veterans and guest experts from Sweden and the United States.

A special place in the program was given to presentations by student activists, which highlighted the important role of the younger generation in preserving the memory of the consequences of nuclear testing and promoting the idea of a nuclear-free world.

Following the presentations, a question-and-answer discussion was held, during which participants had the opportunity to discuss the issues raised during the round table and exchange their views.

The event concluded with an official closing and a group photograph of the participants.

The event was held jointly with the Public Foundation “Polygon 29 August,” with the support of the activists of the Academic regional resource center for information support about the UN at the Faculty of International Relations of al-Farabi KazNU. Moderator and responsible organizer – Leila Fedorovna Delovarova.