Tokayev’s Address discussed in Kazakhstan’s reions: Education, energy and new jobs

Energy security, job creation, business support and reforms in education were the key topics discussed at meetings held to explain President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s Address in Almaty and Aktobe regions. El.kz reports citing regional akimats.

The meetings took place in Kaskelen, Aktobe and the village of Otegen Batyr. Participants reviewed the priority areas outlined by the Head of State in his Address of October,28 and considered their implications for regional development.

Karasai District: Education and Energy Security

According to the Office of the Akim of Karasai District, a meeting with representatives of the education sector and young people was held at the House of Culture in the city of Kaskelen. Vice Minister of Energy Kaiyrkhan Tutkyshbayev, Kurultai Deputy Arman Zhansengirov and member of the People’s Council of Kazakhstan Nursultan Orynbasarov attended the event.

Participants discussed the country’s socio-economic development, infrastructure modernisation, energy security and improvements to the education system. Particular attention was given to creating appropriate conditions for children with special educational needs, promoting inclusive education and enhancing the status of teachers.

Arman Zhansengirov emphasised the need to improve the education system, address the shortage of qualified personnel and develop the infrastructure required to support children with special educational needs.

The meeting also addressed measures to optimise teachers’ workloads and reduce excessive reporting requirements. Participants recalled the President’s remarks on the primary responsibility of educators.

“The primary mission of a teacher is to provide children with quality education and to nurture an educated and responsible generation,” the Head of State emphasised in his Address.

Vice Minister of Energy Kaiyrkhan Tutkyshbayev addressed the development of the energy sector, ensuring energy security and modernising infrastructure.

Nursultan Orynbasarov focused on the People’s Construction programme, which provides for the construction of schools, hospitals and other social infrastructure facilities. The discussion also covered support for agriculture, regional infrastructure development, increasing household incomes and strengthening the principles of Law and Order.

Aktobe Region: Advancing Science and Developing Professional Skills

The priorities outlined in the President’s Address were also discussed at K. Zhubanov Aktobe Regional University. According to the Akimat of Aktobe Region, the meeting was attended by Kurultai Deputy Laura Karabassova, member of the People’s Council of Kazakhstan Sagyngazy Kurmanalin, Vice Minister of Energy Ilyas Bakytzhan, as well as university faculty members and students.

The discussion focused primarily on the development of education and science, improving the quality of learning, training qualified professionals and strengthening the intellectual potential of young people. Other topics included investment attraction, digitalisation, the adoption of artificial intelligence and infrastructure development.

Laura Karabassova emphasised the importance of establishing stable working conditions for researchers and improving funding mechanisms for scientific research.

“The country’s technological development depends directly on qualified researchers and high-quality scientific research. It is therefore essential to retain young professionals in the scientific community, ensure the continuity and stability of research teams, and improve research funding mechanisms,” the Deputy said.

According to her, a parliamentary inquiry had been submitted proposing an extension of the grant funding period for fundamental research from three to five years. This would enable researchers to conduct long-term studies and ensure greater stability for research teams.

Vice Minister of Energy Ilyas Bakytzhan spoke about the development of new energy sources, the modernisation of existing facilities and measures to ensure the country’s energy security.

“The Head of State’s Address sets out priorities for economic modernisation, improving the quality of education, and advancing digital technologies and artificial intelligence. The implementation of new projects in the energy sector, in particular, requires qualified engineers and specialists with expertise in modern technologies,” he noted.

Member of the People’s Council of Kazakhstan Sagynazy Kurmanalin highlighted the importance of quality education and young people’s active participation in public life. He also addressed agricultural development and support for youth initiatives.

Ili District: Investment, Entrepreneurship and Social Infrastructure

According to the Akimat of Ili District, a meeting was held on November, 3 in the village of Otegen Batyr with members of the national information and outreach group, representatives of the education and social protection sectors, civil society organisations, young people and the media.

The meeting was moderated by District Akim Kaiyrzhan Zhaksyimbetov. He emphasised that the implementation of the priorities set out by the President is directly linked to the work of local executive bodies and efforts to improve the quality of life of the population.

Particular attention was given to attracting investment, creating new jobs, modernising infrastructure and improving access to education and social services.

Members of the information and outreach group discussed economic diversification, support for entrepreneurship, the adoption of digital technologies and improvements in the quality of public services. Other issues included the protection of citizens’ rights, human capital development and youth support.

The development of industry and entrepreneurship in Ili District was also discussed as a separate agenda item. Participants addressed the implementation of investment projects, the modernisation of road and utility infrastructure, and the construction of social facilities.

The meetings were held in an open-dialogue format. Participants had the opportunity to ask questions of government representatives, discuss the President’s initiatives and put forward proposals on key areas of regional development.