Kazakhstan to Join Abraham Accords, President Trump Announces
US President Donald Trump announced on November 6, 2025, that Kazakhstan will become a member of the Abraham Accords, a pact normalizing relations between Israel and Muslim-majority countries.
Background of the Abraham Accords
Initially signed during President Trump’s first term, the Abraham Accords established normalized ties between Israel and four Arab states.
Recent Developments
The announcement followed a phone call between President Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
“We will soon announce a Signing Ceremony to make it official, and there are many more Countries trying to join this club of STRENGTH,” President Trump wrote on Truth Social.
Kazakhstan’s Position
The Kazakh government confirmed that accession was in the final negotiation phase.
“Our anticipated accession to the Abraham Accords represents a natural and logical continuation of Kazakhstan’s foreign policy course – grounded in dialogue, mutual respect, and regional stability.”
Diplomatic Context and Responses
- Kazakhstan already maintains full diplomatic and economic relations with Israel, making this accession largely symbolic.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the significance by stating:
“It’s an enhanced relationship beyond just diplomatic relations.”
This development signals an expansion of the Abraham Accords and a growing diplomatic coalition around Israel in the region.
Summary: Kazakhstan’s upcoming accession to the Abraham Accords marks a strategic step in its diplomatic ties with Israel, reinforcing regional dialogue and cooperation.