A meeting dedicated to discussing the priorities and objectives outlined in the Address of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, to the people of Kazakhstan, titled “Kazakhstan’s Pressing Tasks at a New Historical Stage”, was held at the Kazakh National Women’s Teacher Training University.
The meeting was attended by Sergei Ponomarev, a member of the Kurultai of the Republic of Kazakhstan; Meirzhan Otynshiev, a member of the People’s Council of Kazakhstan; Asset Turyssov, Vice Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan; Askhat Kabashev, a member of the Almaty City Public Council; and Shyngyskhan Mamanov, a member of the Almaty City Public Council and Director of the Almaty Regional Chamber of Entrepreneurs “Atameken”. The university’s faculty members, students and representatives of the QyzPU Student Kurultai also took part. The meeting was moderated by Duman Zhekenov, Vice-Rector for Social Development and Student Affairs.
The speakers addressed key issues raised in the President’s Address, including the country’s socio-economic development, infrastructure modernisation, digital transformation, the introduction of artificial intelligence, support for entrepreneurship, environmental protection and the efficient use of water resources.
Sergei Ponomarev highlighted the importance of implementing infrastructure projects, strengthening energy security, increasing employment and improving the quality of life, as well as supporting small and medium-sized businesses. Meirzhan Otynshiev focused on the priorities of social policy, including the development of healthcare and education, the creation of an inclusive learning environment, support for children with special educational needs, and reducing excessive workloads for teachers.
Other speakers also shared their views on the importance of the objectives set out in the Address and the ways to implement them.
Beibitkul Karimova, Chair of the Board – Rector of the Kazakh National Women’s Teacher Training University, emphasised the importance of such meetings in broadening young people’s understanding of socio-political processes and fostering civic responsibility.
“Implementing the objectives outlined in the President’s Address is a shared responsibility not only of government bodies and institutions but also of every citizen. The university’s mission is to create conditions for young people to realise their potential and, through quality education and meaningful upbringing, prepare qualified professionals and responsible citizens who can contribute to the country’s development,” the Rector noted.
The meeting continued in an open dialogue format, giving students and faculty members an opportunity to raise questions and receive answers from the speakers.
