In this interview, Yerkin Tukumov shares his reflections on the President’s recent speech, discussing Kazakhstan’s evolving role on the global stage. Tukumov highlights the President's key messages, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy in conflict resolution and Kazakhstan's proactive foreign policy in strengthening its standing as a middle power. He also underscores the significance of human capital development and diversification away from reliance on raw materials as essential to the country's long-term growth and stability.