The President began by congratulating the Council members on Science Day, noting that this holiday coincides with the birthday of the scientist and prominent figure Kanysh Satpayev.
«Today marks the 125th anniversary of the academician. The great Abai is the guiding star of the spiritual life of the Kazakhs. Akhmet Baitursynov is the teacher of the nation. And Kanysh Satpayev can rightfully be called the father of modern Kazakh science. Undoubtedly, Kanysh Satpayev is a distinguished representative of our people. His scientific discoveries continue to benefit our state to this day. We need to celebrate the anniversary of this renowned scientist at the highest level,» said Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
The President addressed the current flood situation in the country, highlighting the acute shortage of qualified specialists and scientists at this time. He also pointed out that by not paying due attention to science, Kazakhstan has lost its previous scientific potential and infrastructure, and the consequences are now evident.
The Head of State raised a number of pressing issues concerning the development of domestic science and outlined the tasks that need to be carried out in the future.
The full version of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s speech at the meeting of the National Council on Science and Technology can be read on the official Akorda website at the following link: https://akorda.kz/ru/vystuplenie-kasym-zhomarta-tokaeva-na-zasedanii-nacionalnogo-soveta-po-nauke-i-tehnologiyam-pri-prezidente-respubliki-kazahstan-123423