Construction of Central Asia’s largest gymnastics center has begun in
Almaty, as announced during a meeting between President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev
and the heads of international gymnastics organizations at Akorda. The Head of
State noted that Kazakhstan has extensive experience in organizing major
sporting events and is ready to consider joint initiatives for hosting them and
sports development. International guests praised the achievements of Kazakh
athletes, who continue to represent the country with distinction on the world
stage. The Head of State awarded the Order of Dostyk, First Class, to President
of the International Gymnastics Federation Morinari Watanabe, while President
of the Asian Gymnastics Union Abdulrahman Al-Shathri received the Order of
Dostyk, Second Class.

