Today, Kazakhstan is celebrating the Day of State Symbols. A
solemn ceremony to raise the National Flag took place at the Atameken
Ethno-Memorial Complex in Astana, attended by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
He emphasized that this holiday holds special significance for the country.
«State symbols are attributes of our Independence. The
Emblem, the Flag, and the Anthem embody our statehood and demonstrate to the
world that Kazakhstan is a sovereign nation. The flag raised high symbolizes
the spiritual strength of our people. That is why a flag-raising ceremony is
held annually to honor this holiday,» Tokayev said.
Today, the Kazakh flag is recognized by the international community.
It is flown at the United Nations headquarters. Kazakh mountaineers have
repeatedly raised it on the highest peaks, and athletes have carried it to the
podium at international competitions.
«This year, for the first time, our service members
independently carried out a peacekeeping mission under the sky-blue flag.
Kazakhstan is a strong and progressive nation, and the accomplishments of our
fellow citizens stand as proof of that. State symbols awaken in each of us a
deep pride in our country. The Emblem, Flag, and Anthem embody true patriotism.
They hold a special place in the heart of every citizen and vividly represent
our national identity and aspirations for the future,» Tokayev added.
The President emphasized that this year marks the 30th
anniversary of the country's Constitution, highlighting that it contains the
fundamental principles on which our society is built. The supremacy of law and
order has been established in the country, and large-scale transformations are
being steadily implemented. Today, under the country's sky-blue flag,
representatives of various ethnic groups live together in peace and harmony.
The Head of State stressed that only by preserving and strengthening unity can
we achieve new accomplishments. During the ceremony, President Tokayev, who is
also the Supreme Commander-in-Chief of Kazakhstan's Armed Forces, awarded
officer shoulder straps to 14 top graduates of the nation’s educational
institutions, including those from the National Security Committee and the
Ministries of Defense, Internal Affairs, and Emergency Situations.
«May our sky-blue flag wave proudly! Peace and prosperity to
our Motherland!» the President said.
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