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President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has suggested the US and Denmark consider a 120-year leasing arrangement for Greenland. Under this arrangement, Greenland would legally remain part of Denmark, meaning Denmark’s sovereignty would not be violated or broken, while practical arrangements could serve shared strategic interests.
” Ultimately, through dialogue, responsible statecraft, and adherence to international law, I hope the parties will find a mutually acceptable and pragmatic agreement, President said in an interview to a selected media org in Pakistan during his state visit on 03-04 Feb 2026.
President was asked ,”Do you consider a military seizure of Greenland possible? What scenario do you find realistic?
“I would approach this question somewhat differently. There are many comparable cases in international practice in which countries enter into long-term lease arrangements for specific territories or strategic infrastructure, often for shared, mutually beneficial objectives. Any decision of this nature must be considered strictly within the framework of international law, including respect for state sovereignty and the principles enshrined in the UN Charter, President Tokayev replied.
On Gaza Board of Peace and Abraham Accord, the President said , ” Kazakhstan maintains excellent relations with Israel, while at the same time consistently supporting the Palestinian people and advocating a two-state solution. From the standpoint of national interests, joining the Abraham Accord lays a solid foundation for attracting investment, advanced technologies and tangible economic benefits. I also hope that Kazakhstan’s accession will contribute to widening Arab–Jewish rapprochement into a broader Muslim–Judaic dialogue.”
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President shared ,” We joined Abraham Accord, initiated by President Trump, because it represent a truly forward-looking initiative. By joining this framework, we reaffirm our belief in diplomacy as the most reasonable instrument for resolving differences and fostering long-term regional and global stability.
As Kazakhstan and Pakistan, both have joined The Board of Peace on Gaza, the President said, “It is a timely and relevant initiative designed to deliver swift and effective results. President Trump himself emphasised during the signing ceremony that the Board of Peace is intended to complement, not replace, the efforts of the UN, which is currently facing institutional strain.”
” It is particularly significant that this initiative implements United Nations Security Council Resolution 2803, recognising that peace must be anchored in both international legitimacy and effective leadership. I am confident that the Board of Peace will make a meaningful contribution to strengthening global peace and stability through flexible and pragmatic mechanisms for conflict resolution, Mr. Tokayev continued.
The national leader of Kazakhstan was optimistic on the positive outcomes of the Board. He shared, “The plan presented by Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner appeared to be well-structured and ambitious, yet realistic. In certain aspects, it resembles a development-oriented project aimed at creating sustainable foundations for peace and prosperity. However, without genuine political will to move forward towards a two-state solution, no plan can be truly sustainable. This remains the only viable framework for breaking the recurring cycle of violence and instability.”
On Russia and Ukraine, Mr. Tokayev said, “The situation is extremely complex and the core issue remains territorial in nature. Kazakhstan has consistently advocated for an exclusively political and diplomatic resolution to the conflict. In our view, the path to peace lies through negotiations between the opposing sides. While Kazakhstan does not seek a mediating role, we are ready to offer our good offices, including providing a neutral platform for negotiations, should such an opportunity arise.”
On relations with Pakistan , he said, “Kazakhstan regards Pakistan as a friendly country and a strategic partner that has earned respect in the international community. My first state visit to Pakistan is aimed to broaden our partnership and open a new chapter in our relations. During the visit, governments and businesses signed more than 60 bilateral documents, providing strong impetus for bilateral cooperation.”
“Priority areas of economic cooperation include transport and logistics, agriculture, industry and manufacturing, healthcare, education and several other sectors. I see substantial opportunities for companies from our two countries to establish joint ventures and implement mutually beneficial projects, he added.
“Kazakhstan is ready to participate in the development of the Kazakhstan–Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan corridor, which we regard as strategically important for regional connectivity and access to South Asian markets. Pakistan has also shown a very positive approach towards close coordination in this strategically important project, President said.
