Abstract

The article is devoted to the analysis of Kazakhstan's presidency in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in 2023-2024. The key aspects, achievements and challenges faced by the country within this important international platform are considered. The introduction to the topic emphasizes the significance of the SCO as a mechanism of regional interaction aimed at addressing issues of security, economic cooperation and cultural exchange. The article reviews Kazakhstan's previous chairmanships in the organization and provides a comparative analysis. The main priorities of Kazakhstan's chairmanship are also highlighted, including strengthening regional security, developing economic cooperation, promoting humanitarian cooperation and environmental sustainability. The activities undertaken are analyzed and the problems and challenges faced by Kazakhstan, including geopolitical tensions and economic instability, are discussed. The article concludes by summarizing the results, assessing the chairmanship, making recommendations for future chairmanships and suggesting possible directions for SCO development. The article emphasizes the significance of Kazakhstan's presidency for strengthening the SCO's position in the international arena and forming sustainable cooperation between the member states.