While the recent Tajikistan/Kyrgyzstan conflict is not one of "major powers" this line still felt ill-timed: "Throughout our history — and particularly since o

While the recent Tajikistan/Kyrgyzstan conflict is not one of "major powers" this line still felt ill-timed: "Throughout our history — and particularly since our independence — we’ve always taken the view that disagreements with neighbors must be approached constructively, and they need not lead to a breakdown in communication, cooperation or trust. As a result, Kazakhstan, and Central Asia more widely, provide a strong case study of major powers’ ability to work in alignment, in pursuit of their interests that are to the benefit of the region’s people. "