President of Kazakhstan presents state awards to educators

President of Kazakhstan presents state awards to educators

The traditional national August teachers' conference was held in Astana with the participation of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. He emphasized that teachers are central to shaping the country's future and should hold a special place in society. The Head of State expressed his gratitude to educators, noting that they perform work of national importance. He also outlined key achievements in the education system, stressing that support for the sector remains a top priority of state policy.

«I attach great importance to education. You may recall that one of my first decisions as President in 2019 was specifically related to teachers. We live in an era of knowledge and science. In the context of globalization, only a country that possesses advanced knowledge and cutting-edge technologies can achieve success. If we nurture an intellectually advanced new generation today, we will stand at the forefront of global development tomorrow,» Tokayev said.

The President also underscored the need to protect teachers' rights, modernize school infrastructure, ensure equal access to quality education in both urban and rural areas, advance STEM fields, and train specialists equipped to meet the demands of the time. He further noted the importance of accelerating the integration of digital technologies and artificial intelligence into the educational process. According to the Head of State, education and science play a key role in the country's development.

«Kazakhstan is already a progressive and rapidly developing country, appealing not only to our own youth but also to many young people from around the world, including neighboring states. It is essential to steadily strengthen its international standing as a magnet for talent, breakthrough ideas, and innovative technologies,» Tokayev added.

In conclusion, the Head of State presented state awards to a number of educators in recognition of their outstanding achievements in education and notable contributions to the nation, presenting them with orders and medals.