Kazakhstan will mark the 180th anniversary of
Abai Kunanbaiuly this year. Currently, several events are being held in the
country on behalf of the President, however, the main part is planned for
August and September. The regions are doing a lot of preparatory work. The
upcoming anniversary of the great Kazakh poet was discussed in the government.
«Our main goal is to cultivate respect for the
legacy of Abai. In this area, we pay great attention to the creative industry
development. Sixteen creative centers have been opened in the regions. They
have been granted tax benefits. Educational programs have been launched. The
ultimate goal is to find talented youth, support their projects, and attract
investors. After that, domestic creative products will be supplied to
international markets,» said Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister Yermek Kosherbayev.

