Astana, Kazakhstan, October 14, 2026: The President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, has awarded World Aquatics President and OCA Director General Husain Al Musallam with the Order of "Dostyk II" (Friendship) for his contribution to the development of aquatic sports in the world and in Kazakhstan.
The Kazakhstan Head of State received the World Aquatics President at the Akorda Presidential Palace in the capital Astana on Wednesday, October 14.
The meeting was also attended by the President of the National Olympic Committee of Kazakhstan, Gennadiy Golovkin, Minister of Tourism and Sport Yerbol Myrzabosynov and the President of the Kazakhstan Aquatics Federation, Nurlan Zhakypov.
During the conversation, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev appreciated the support provided by World Aquatics to the Kazakhstan Aquatics Federation and confirmed his intention to strengthen mutual partnership.
Husain Al Musallam, on his part, noted that the successes achieved by Kazakh athletes at the 20th Asian Games demonstrated that the country has significant potential for developing its sport sector.
Kazakhstan finished eighth in the overall medal standings with 12 golds, 24 silver and 48 bronzes to total 84 medals.
The Kazakhstan Head of State then conferred the Order of Friendship on the OCA Director General.
The Order has been awarded to distinguished foreign statesmen and prominent international figures for their contribution to developing relations with Kazakhstan, strengthening friendship between nations and advancing international cooperation.
