Tokayev: A country that relies only on raw materials has no future.
During the meeting, the President noted that we live in the era of science and education. For the sake of Kazakhstan's prosperity, we must pay special attention to the development of these areas.
"A country that relies only on raw materials has no future. We need scientists, engineers, inventors. Our specialists must be educated and qualified to withstand global competition.
During this difficult period, when rivalry between states in all spheres intensified, our country began the transition to a new economic model. We have started to create a fair, inclusive and competitive economy. It should be based on science and innovation",
- The Head of State addressed the scientists.
The President noted: We need to become one of the leading countries, not the led ones. In short, we need to increase our scientific potential.
"In general, work is underway in this direction. At the meeting of the National Council for Science and Technology, I gave a number of specific instructions. All problems are solved under my direct supervision.
The bill "On Science and Technology Policy" is currently being considered in Parliament. Yesterday, the Senate approved it in the first reading. This is a very important and long-awaited document. It is necessary to improve the science management system. The issue of social support for scientists is of particular importance. Therefore, the law will take into account the interests of the scientific community as much as possible",
- President Tokayev noted.
It should be noted that on May 31, the Head of State flew to Almaty, where he was met by the mayor of the megalopolis Yerbolat Dosayev. The President has already visited the new airport terminal. On the eve of the opening of the terminal, the Head of State was told about the progress of construction and presented the check-in areas, border and customs control, and the baggage compartment.
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev also had meetings with representatives of the scientific intelligentsia, business circles, and heads of a number of international organizations.
For example, the Head of State received Bagdat Teltayev, a scientist in the field of road construction and pavement mechanics. The meeting was devoted to discussing the prospects for the development of road infrastructure in Almaty and the country as a whole, the introduction of innovative technologies and training in this area.