President Tokayev Congratulates Kazakh Citizens on Republic Day

Republic Day and National Progress

• 💡 President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated Kazakh citizens on Republic Day, marking the 35th anniversary of the declaration of sovereignty.
• ✅ Over the past decades, Kazakhstan has earned international recognition, solidified its statehood, defined its borders, and strengthened national unity.
• 🌱 The country has recently taken meaningful steps to enhance the well-being of its people and embarked on a path of renewal.

Political and Constitutional Reforms

• ⚖️ Following a nationwide referendum, constitutional amendments were made, expanding the powers of parliament and increasing government responsibility.
• 🏛️ A Constitutional Court has been established, and the institution of the human rights commissioner received constitutional status.
• 🎯 These effective political reforms aim to strengthen justice in society and provide strong momentum for the country's economic growth.

Economic Achievements and Growth

• 📈 Kazakhstan's transport sector is expanding, with 13,000 km of roads built or repaired and the second line of the Dostyk railway launched.
• 🏭 Manufacturing has grown by 7.5%, while small and medium-sized businesses now account for 40% of the economy.
• 🏡 The construction industry remains a leading sector, with 19 million square meters of housing built last year alone.
• 💰 The country boasts the largest economy in the region, with GDP per capita reaching $14,400 and gold and foreign exchange reserves at $58 billion.
• 📊 Foreign trade turnover has grown by 83% over the past seven years, currently standing at $142 billion.

Future Vision and Digital Transformation

• 🚀 A strategic objective is to transform Kazakhstan into a fully-fledged digital country within three years.
• 🧠 The president emphasized that artificial intelligence and digital tools must serve societal progress.
• 🗳️ Planned reforms will strengthen the powers and authority of parliament through constitutional amendments, affecting the president and government sections.
• 🤝 A unicameral parliament based solely on party lists will contribute to the institutional strengthening of parties, while a majoritarian electoral system will remain for local representative bodies (Masriats).