Today,
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev presented state awards to Kazakh citizens who
have made significant contributions to the country’s development and public
life. The solemn ceremony was held at the Akorda residence, with prominent
representatives of culture, science, public service, and agriculture among the
recipients. The Head of State also presented the Order of Otan to distinguished
artist Batima Zaurbekova, one of the pioneers of Kazakhstan’s tapestry art.
Literary scholar Tursyn Zhurtbai
was awarded the Order of Barys, first class, while statesman Alexander Sudyin
received the Order of Barys, second class. Renowned actor and theatre director
Nurkanat Zhakypbai was conferred the title of People’s Artist of Kazakhstan,
while veteran of the agricultural sector Viktor Khilnichenko was awarded the
title of Honored Figure of Kazakhstan. President Tokayev highly praised the
achievements of the award recipients, describing their professional careers
as examples of service to the country and a source of inspiration for the
younger generation. In conclusion, the Head of State emphasized that Kazakhstan
has embarked on a path of comprehensive modernization and that this process
reflected in fundamental changes across all spheres of public life.
«We held a nationwide referendum and adopted a new
Constitution. Our citizens voted in favor of the new Basic Law. Soon,
Kazakhstan will hold elections to the Kurultai for the first time in its
history, which will undoubtedly become a major event in the life of the
country. The electoral campaign is now in full swing. The parties are demonstrating
high standards of political culture. We are standing on the threshold of
momentous events. A highly responsible period lies ahead. I am confident that,
by uniting, we will be able to channel all our experience and energy for the
benefit of our Motherland,» Kassym-Jomart
Tokayev noted.
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