Senate Speaker discusses NPP construction with Abai region residents

Senate Speaker discusses NPP construction with Abai region residents

The world is currently facing severe climate change challenges, bringing environmental safety to the forefront. Addressing this issue requires a comprehensive approach and the involvement of all parties, as it is interconnected with all aspects of life. This was stated by Senate Speaker Maulen Ashimbayev during a meeting with agricultural producers, teachers, and employees of municipal enterprises in the Abai region. Members of the People's Headquarters also addressed the issue of ensuring environmental safety within the upcoming referendum on the construction of a nuclear power plant. Ashimbayev emphasized the need to find effective solutions to reduce environmental damage without compromising the energy sector. Business representatives, teachers, and the public also expressed the importance of addressing environmental issues and the energy shortage in the country.

«It can be confidently stated that the decision to hold a referendum is a real example of the implementation of the Listening State concept - a state that aims to get the people's opinion. We hope that your region will support this initiative and participate in the referendum on October 6» said Maulen Ashimbayev, Chairperson of the Senate, the Upper House of the Kazakh Parliament.