Christoph Heusgen, former Chair of the Munich Security Conference, underscores the vital importance of international dialogue amid escalating global tensions, speaking at the Astana International Forum in Kazakhstan. Emphasizing the value of inclusive platforms like Astana and Munich, he advocates for multilateral cooperation grounded in the UN Charter and international law to address conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza, and beyond. He warns against the erosion of global norms and the rise of erratic, unilateral policies, particularly by major powers, stressing the leadership role middle powers like Kazakhstan and Germany must play in upholding the rule of law. He also calls for reforms to the United Nations, stronger global cooperation, gender balance, youth inclusion, and resistance to rising populism - principles he believes are essential for a more stable and just international order.
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