Social reforms of modern Kazakhstan discussed in Czech Republic

Kazakhstan’s social reforms were discussed at the international conference held in the Czech capital of Prague. Kazakh Deputy Foreign Minister Roman Vassilenko introduced foreign politicians, scientists and experts to the priority areas of the country's development, which were announced by Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in his state-of-the-nation address.

“I would like to note that the conference discussed various aspects of building a socially responsible state. For example, we talked about socially responsible business, healthcare and pension systems. It was encouraging to hear that Kazakhstan is ahead in many spheres compared to other states, for example, in terms of digital transformation,” Vassilenko said.

The conference was attended by experts from six countries, including Poland, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia, Sweden and Kazakhstan. Each party reported on the achievements of their countries and the challenges they had faced in implementing social reforms. The participants also shared views on the importance of quality health insurance, development of pension systems, and public services digitalization.

“Kazakhstan is developing dynamically and implementing many programs. One of the most progressive reforms was in the field of education. The high standards were achieved in teacher training. I would also like to note the Bolashak Scholarship Program. Kazakhstan has successfully invested in universities and intellectual schools, where the students do achieve significant results,” noted Cornell Svante, Director of the Central Asia-Caucasus Institute in Sweden.

The initiative of the Kazakh Embassy in the Czech Republic to hold such conferences was supported by a number of states. In the near future, they will take place in European capitals, including Vienna and Brussels. The final meeting is planned to be held in Kazakhstan.