Kazakh President honors winners of UAE SWAT Challenge

Kazakh President honors winners of UAE SWAT Challenge

Members of the Kazakh teams that triumphed at the UAE SWAT Challenge 2026 were honored at the Akorda residence. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated them, noting that they had demonstrated the unbreakable spirit of Kazakh warriors to the world and strengthened Kazakhstan’s international standing. The competition brought together 109 teams from 48 countries, where Kazakhstan’s special forces delivered outstanding results, with two Kazakh teams winning gold and silver.


«The state is placing increased emphasis on the comprehensive modernization and technological re-equipment of the armed and security forces. Your success at this competition is the result of the systematic development of Kazakhstan’s security structures and the high moral and physical fitness of its military personnel. I am confident that your selfless service to our country and your loyalty to your oath will contribute to strengthening Kazakhstan’s defense capability,» Tokayev said.


The Head of State also highlighted the achievement of the Tomiris women’s team, which became the best among women’s teams at the tournament. He stressed that special forces personnel and servicemen must always serve as an example of discipline, military professionalism, and readiness to take decisive action in defense of the state’s interests. Tokayev also reminded that the country stands on the threshold of historic changes, and that on March 15, citizens will cast their votes in the national referendum on the new Constitution.


«The draft Basic Law enshrines the immutable spiritual and legal values ​​that strengthen our sovereignty and statehood. The territorial integrity of the Republic of Kazakhstan, sovereignty, independence, as well as the individual, their life, rights, and freedoms, are proclaimed as the highest values. The concept of responsible and creative patriotism is affirmed. The idea of ​​a Just Kazakhstan and the principle of Law and Order have found their rightful place in the new draft Constitution,» Tokayev added.

By presidential decree, a group of officers and servicemen who returned victorious from the international competition were awarded the Order of Aibyn, second class, the medal for military valor, and the letter of gratitude.