One of the clearest examples has been Israel’s growing engagement with Central Asia. Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar’s Bukharan Jewish heritage has given him a unique appreciation of the region’s strategic importance. Building upon relationships predating his tenure, Israel has expanded its ties with Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan. A significant achievement of the current government has been the strengthening of Israel’s relationship with Astana and its integration into a broader regional framework. Kazakhstan’s strategic foresight is noteworthy; its accession to the Abraham Accords represents a major diplomatic milestone. Astana has long been conscious of the geopolitical realities created by its geography...
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