We have to acknowledge peace is in danger and mankind still has not realised the priority to be given to world dialogue versus armed contradiction and bloodshed.

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The world is not as peaceful as it should be. People are still fighting and hurting each other instead of talking to solve problems. We need to focus on having open and honest conversations between countries to find solutions, instead of using violence and weapons. If we don't make this a priority, peace will continue to be at risk.

About Nursultan Nazarbayev

Nursultan Nazarbayev was the first President of Kazakhstan, serving from 1991 to 2019. He held the special title of Elbasy (Leader of the Nation) and was known for his authoritarian rule, consolidating power and suppressing dissent. Despite economic growth, his regime faced criticism for corruption and human rights abuses.

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