2024 in Review: President Tokayev Reflects on a Pivotal Year
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev reviewed the nation’s achievements in 2024 during an interview with Ana tili. He highlighted infrastructure modernization, economic progress, agricultural successes, social initiatives, and Kazakhstan's growing role on the international stage. The president also outlined priorities for 2025, including infrastructure development, continued reforms, and the adoption of new technologies.
Key Achievements
2024 marked a year of significant transformation for Kazakhstan. Highlights include:
- Infrastructure modernization: construction of 18 million square meters of housing, repair of 7,000 km of roads, and the launch of new airport terminals.
- Economic growth: strengthening of the manufacturing sector and a record harvest of 27 million tons of grain.
- Social support: increases in pensions, benefits, and scholarships; construction of schools, kindergartens, and sports facilities; and the launch of the "National Fund for Children" program.
Tokayev emphasized that the foundation for reforms has been laid, with implementation set to continue.
Responding to Challenges
The president addressed key challenges faced in 2024:
- Natural disasters: Spring floods caused widespread damage, but the government quickly responded. A new water management strategy and modernization of dams and reservoirs are underway.
- Technological incidents: The government’s rapid response to an aviation disaster in Mangystau demonstrated the country’s readiness.
International Success
Kazakhstan enhanced its global standing through peacekeeping initiatives and international forums. Tokayev highlighted strengthened ties with China, Russia, and Turkey, alongside a significant increase in foreign investment.
2025 Goals
Key objectives include:
- Economic growth: boosting the economy, developing renewable energy, and modernizing transport infrastructure.
- Social welfare: tackling housing issues and upgrading education and healthcare.
- Digitalization and AI: launching the Alem.AI international center and advancing artificial intelligence technologies.
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