Abai's works gain worldwide recognition

Abai's works gain worldwide recognition

Works of the great Abai Kunanbaiuly in Arabic were awarded a special prize «For contribution to the development of human civilization» as part of the 11th International Festival for Drums and Traditional Arts held in Egypt. It featured representatives from Japan, Colombia, China, India, Palestine, Mauritania, and, of course, Egypt. The commission established under the Egyptian Ministry of Culture recognized Abai’s legacy with high acclaim presenting a certificate to the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Cairo. Notably, Abai’s works were translated into Arabic by Kazakh scholars. Afterwards, the books of the great Kazakh poet in Arabic were sent back to the homeland.

«The festival organisers presented the award and books by the great poet to the representatives of our country's Embassy in Egypt. They were handed over to the representatives of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kazakhstan, who presented them to the museum. This is very gratifying. We can say that the great Abai's rich heritage is recognized by the global community,» said Ulan Sagadiyev, Director of Zhidebai-Borili State Museum-Reserve of Abai.