On the eve of the main national holiday — Republic Day, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, on behalf of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, presented state awards to citizens who made a significant contribution to the socio-economic development of the country.

“Under the leadership of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, large-scale political reforms have been successfully implemented in Kazakhstan. An important stage in strengthening statehood was the entry into force of the new Constitution, accompanied by a fundamental renewal of the public administration system. Thanks to unity, creative energy, and active participation of citizens, Kazakhstan has worthily passed the most important stages of political transformations and commenced the implementation of new initiatives aimed at improving the population's welfare,” Olzhas Bektenov noted.

The Prime Minister emphasized that behind every significant achievement of the country lies the daily work of people dedicated to their cause. State awards are a recognition of their merits and a high evaluation of their contribution to the development of Kazakhstan. Special attention was paid to the role of the working person and the values of "Adal Azamat", based on hard work, responsibility, and the pursuit of knowledge. Further development of the country requires joint efforts of the state and society in implementing the President's course toward building a Just and Progressive Kazakhstan.

In accordance with the Decree of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, a number of citizens were awarded state awards and an honorary title.

Order of "Barys" III Class was awarded to:

• Timur Karagoishin – General Director of RSE "State Non-Departmental Expertise of Projects".

Order of "Dostyk" II Class was awarded to:

• Nikolai Podguzov – Chairman of the Management Board of the Eurasian Development Bank.

Order of "Kurmet" was awarded to:

• Rostislav Konyashkin – First Vice Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development;
• Shyngys Orazalimov – Deputy Chairman of the Management Board of National Information Technologies JSC;
• Diyar Nusipkozhanov – Chief of Staff of NC Kazakhstan Temir Zholy JSC.

Medal "Yeren Yenbegi Ushin" (For Distinguished Labor) was awarded to:

• Yergali Abdurayymov – General Director of National Holding QazBioPharm JSC;
• Abylaikhan Ospanov – Managing Director of Sovereign Wealth Fund Samruk-Kazyna JSC;
• Bakytzhan Zhunisbekov – Chairman of the Committee for Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Ministry of Industry and Construction;
• Zhanyl Umbetyarova – Chairman of the Management Board of Khiuaz Dospanova International Airport JSC;
• Malik Saulebay – General Director of RSE "Kazakhstan Institute of Standardization and Metrology";
• Aigul Akimbayeva – Managing Director of KEGOC JSC;
• Seyilbek Nurumbetov – Chairman of the Committee for Regulation, Protection and Use of Water Resources of the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation;
• Yerbolat Kozhikov – Chairman of the Committee of Environmental Regulation and Control of the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources;
• Talgat Sapargaliyev – Regional Inspector of the Prime Minister's Office;
• Kanat Yerubayev – Chairman of the Geology Committee of the Ministry of Industry and Construction;
• Damir Seisembekov – Chairman of the Telecommunications Committee of the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development;
• Yertzhan Aktayev – Deputy Chairman of the Public Services Committee of the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development;
• Olzhas Alibekov – Deputy Chairman of the Industry Committee of the Ministry of Industry and Construction;
• Yerkin Uysimbayev – Regional Inspector of the Prime Minister's Office;
• Umitzhan Arykbekova – Deputy Chairman of the Information Security Committee of the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development;
• Aiman Rakhimova – Chief Consultant of the Prime Minister's Office;
• Elmira Asan – Deputy Chairman of the Language Policy Committee of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education;
• Anar Bekbayeva – Deputy Chairman of the Committee for Development of Interethnic Relations of the Ministry of Culture and Information;
• Saule Sarsenova – Head of Sector of the Prime Minister's Office;
• Zhanna Yesinbayeva – Deputy Chairman of the Higher and Postgraduate Education Committee of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education;
• Aigerim Baizakova – Head of Sector of the Prime Minister's Office;
• Sarsen Zharylgasov – Deputy Chairman of the Civil Aviation Committee of the Ministry of Transport;
• Meyramgul Zhanysova – Head of Sector of the Prime Minister's Office;
• Kanat Zhenisbekuly – Deputy Chairman of the Consumer Rights Protection Committee of the Ministry of Trade and Integration;
• Sungat Zhumatov – Head of Sector of the Prime Minister's Office;
• Zhanar Nurzhanova – Managing Director of Kazatomprom JSC;
• Gabdulla Zhunisov – Deputy Head of Division of the Prime Minister's Office;
• Bakytzhan Taubayev – Managing Director of Sovereign Wealth Fund Samruk-Kazyna JSC;
• Yulia Ovechkina – Deputy Chairman of the Committee for the Protection of Children's Rights of the Ministry of Education;
• Abai Kunanbayev – Head of Sector of the Prime Minister's Office;
• Nurbek Serikov – Deputy Chairman of the Water Resources Committee of the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation;
• Aigul Omarova – Chief Consultant of the Prime Minister's Office;
• Elmira Tillabaykyzy – Deputy Chairman of the Migration Committee of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population;
• Meyrman Usupov – Chief Inspector of the Prime Minister's Office;
• Akmaral Slamova – Chief Inspector of the Prime Minister's Office;
• Yerden Ibrayev – Deputy Chairman of the Aerospace Committee of the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development;
• Aslan Turgaliyev – Chief Inspector of the Prime Minister's Office;
• Altynay Tuyakova – Head of Sector of the Prime Minister's Office;
• Serikbol Shaldanbayev – Chief Inspector of the Prime Minister's Office.

The honorary title of "Kazakhstannyn Yembek Singirgen Kairatkeri" (Honored Worker of Kazakhstan) was conferred upon:

• Vladimir Denisov – President of SCAT Airlines.

Badge "Memleketik Qyzmet Ardagery" (Veteran of Public Service) was awarded to:

• Oleg Fedorov – Head of Division of the Prime Minister's Office;
• Zagifa Khamitova – Deputy Head of Division of the Prime Minister's Office.

In addition, a number of citizens were recognized with Letters of Appreciation from the Prime Minister for their professional achievements.

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