Kazakhstan: PM Bektenov presents state awards ahead of Republic Day

On the eve of Republic Day, Kazakhstan's main national holiday, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov presented state awards on behalf of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The awards went to citizens who made significant contributions to the country's socio-economic development.

Bektenov said that under Tokayev's leadership, the country had carried out large-scale political reforms. He noted that a new Constitution had entered into force, the system of state governance had been fundamentally renewed, and important initiatives had been launched to improve citizens' well-being. He stressed that behind every national achievement stand the daily efforts of citizens.

Bektenov also highlighted the values of ‘Adal azamat’, an honest citizen, which include hard work, entrepreneurship, responsibility and a desire to learn. Under a decree of the head of state, a number of citizens were awarded state honours and received honorary titles.