The 95th anniversary of the Zhambyl Zhabayev School was celebrated in the village of Kokzhota, Samar District. The foundation of this educational institution was laid in 1931, and since then, it has been providing quality education and upbringing to many generations.On the occasion of the anniversary, Serik Zhenisov, the Akim of the Samar District, congratulated the staff, alumni, and village residents, highlighting the school's contribution to the development of the district.On this solemn day, a literature classroom named after Kulpash Raisova was officially opened, and past alumni along with the graduates of 2026 planted trees in the Alumni Alley in front of the school.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-samar-bastaushy/press/news/details/1227550?lang=ru

22-25 мая 2026 года члены Риддерской городской территориальной избирательной комиссии провели награждение благодарственными письмами участников конкурса эссе «Почему важно голосовать»:КГУ «Школа-лицей №1» - Батинова Сабина, Ишмуратова Залина, Оразбаева Амина, Сергиенко Екатерина,КГУ «Средняя школа №3» - Козловская Полина,КГУ «Средняя школа №10» - Назарова Дарья.Это ребята с активной жизненной позицией и зрелым взглядом на происходящее, которые понимают, что будущее города и страны зависит от каждого из нас.Мероприятия проходили в рамках плана работы Клуба молодых избирателей города Риддера.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-ridder/press/news/details/1227564?lang=ru

The regional project "Tulpar Miniп, Tu Algan" has concluded in the Kostanay Region. It started in September and lasted until April. The project aimed to develop the younger generation's interest in fiction, popularize national values, and foster a culture of memorizing poems and epics.A total of 9,094 schoolchildren from across the region participated in the large-scale project by submitting applications. The competition was held in several stages — school, district, and city selections. Following the selections, 44 best participants advanced to the final stage.The decisive stage lasted from morning until evening, where the strongest students from districts and cities competed against each other. The jury paid special attention not only to the skill of recitation from memory but also to the depth of understanding of the works' content and the participants' stage presence. The jury members, who worked throughout the day, were also recognized with special awards.The main prize of the project went to a 9th-grade student from the city of Rudny — Uldane Zhursinbayeva. She completely memorized 98 pages of the epic "Alpamys Batyr" and showed high results at all stages. The winner received a trip to a summer school in Istanbul for four weeks. Her mentor, Gulzhazira Smagulova, a teacher of Kazakh language and literature at the A. Baitursynuly secondary school, became the owner of a new car.Third places were taken by Ademi Elebek from the city of Rudny and Bakhtbek Koshimbek, a representative of the Zhangeldin district.Second place was awarded to Aidos Marat from the city of Kostanay and Dayana Meirkhanova, a participant from the Karabalyk district.First place was taken by Tomiris Aripova, a student from the Karabalyk district.The project "Tulpar Miniп, Tu Algan" was recognized as an important cultural and educational initiative that helps increase youth interest in the national literary heritage and identify talented students in the region. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1227583?lang=ru

The international symposium “The Golden Horde as a Model of Steppe Civilization: History, Archaeology, Culture, and Identity” took place in Astana on 19 May, 2026, with the participation of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The event brought together more than 350 delegates, including representatives of international organizations, leading foreign and Kazakh historians, archaeologists, researchers, and scholars specializing in the history of the Great Steppe and the Golden Horde.The symposium focused on the historical, political, economic, and cultural legacy of the Golden Horde and its role in the development of Eurasian civilization.In his remarks, President Tokayev emphasized the importance of objective and depoliticized historical scholarship, the civilizational significance of the Golden Horde, and the need to strengthen international academic cooperation in the study of the shared heritage of the Great Steppe.The President also highlighted Kazakhstan’s ongoing efforts to preserve, modernize, and promote the historical and intellectual legacy of the Ulus of Jochi through research, education, digital initiatives, and international cultural engagement. Key Points from President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s Remarks Historical Significance of the Golden HordeThe Golden Horde was one of the largest political entities of its time, ruling vast territories across Eurasia and connecting East and West.The Golden Horde played a major role in shaping civilizations, state formation, and the historical development of the Great Steppe.The history of the Golden Horde remains highly relevant today and constitutes an important part of both Kazakhstan’s national history and broader human history.The chronicle of the Golden Horde should be viewed as part of the shared heritage of humanity rather than the exclusive legacy of any one nation. The Golden Horde as a Civilizational PhenomenonThe era of the Golden Horde represented not only military power, but also institutional development, governance, diplomacy, and civilizational evolution.The history of the Great Steppe has often been reduced to narratives of warfare, overlooking its broader political, cultural, and intellectual contributions.Modern interdisciplinary scholarship provides new opportunities for a more objective and comprehensive understanding of the Golden Horde’s legacy.The study of shared history should serve as a unifying factor between peoples and states, particularly in a period of global uncertainty and fragmentation. Historical Objectivity and Scholarly ResponsibilityHistorical assessment must remain objective, balanced, and politically neutral.The history of the Golden Horde should not be simplified into narrow or one-dimensional interpretations that distort historical reality.Kazakhstan is reassessing outdated stereotypes that portrayed nomadic civilizations and steppe empires as lacking statehood or historical significance.Attempts to monopolies historical interpretation or transform shared heritage into an exclusively national phenomenon undermine scholarship and international trust.Scholars and historians can serve as bridges between societies and cultures, promoting dialogue and mutual understanding in periods of geopolitical tension. Governance and StatehoodThe strength of the Golden Horde was based not only on territorial scale, but also on effective governance and institutional resilience.The empire developed advanced legal, administrative, and diplomatic systems that ensured stability across a vast and diverse territory.Meritocracy, discipline, justice, and coexistence between different ethnic and religious communities were presented as important features of the state.The Golden Horde maintained extensive diplomatic relations with major powers across Eurasia and influenced the development of later Eurasian states. Economic and Trade DevelopmentThe Great Steppe developed a distinct civilization model based on mobility, trade, and interaction between nomadic and urban societies.The Golden Horde controlled major Eurasian trade routes and transformed the steppe into a secure transit corridor linking East and West.The empire established advanced monetary and trade systems, including extensive coin production and thriving commercial centers.The interaction between steppe traditions and urban civilization was described as a key driver of the Golden Horde’s prosperity and adaptability. International Academic Cooperation and UNESCO PartnershipThe symposium aims to strengthen cooperation with the international academic community for a systematic and multifaceted study of the Golden Horde.The event’s organization under the patronage of UNESCO reflects the global significance of the Golden Horde’s historical legacy.Kazakhstan highly values its partnership with UNESCO in preserving and promoting both tangible and intangible cultural heritage.Kazakhstan highlighted the international recognition of the manuscript “Genealogy of the Khans,” which contains historical records linked to the Golden Horde period.The symposium brought together scholars from a wide range of countries, reflecting growing international interest in the history of the Great Steppe and the Golden Horde. Regional Cooperation and Eurasian ConnectivityThe traditions of steppe statehood were presented as being based on openness, justice, and intercultural dialogue.Kazakhstan reaffirms its support for stronger cooperation among Turkic countries and broader Eurasian interaction.History should serve as a bridge connecting peoples rather than an instrument of division or geopolitical confrontation.The legacy of the Golden Horde was described as an example of how different cultures and societies can coexist within a common political and civilizational space. Modern RelevanceThe study of the Golden Horde should move beyond purely military interpretations and focus on its broader civilizational legacy.Its intellectual traditions, institutions, diplomacy, and economic systems remain important for understanding the origins of statehood and identity across Central Eurasia. Intellectual and Cultural LegacyThinkers such as Abu Nasr al-Farabi and Khoja Ahmed Yasawi laid important philosophical and spiritual foundations for the Turkic-Muslim world.The Golden Horde era contributed to a “golden age” of Turkic literary, musical, and epic poetry that continue to influence regional culture today. Tradition, Innovation, and Digital TransformationKazakhstan emphasizes the importance of combining historical heritage with innovation, education, science, and advanced technologies.The country is actively investing in artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, transport corridors, and data storage centers as part of a broader modernization agenda.Kazakhstan will host an international AI Olympiad under UNESCO auspices involving participants from 100 countries.The concept of “digital nomads” was referenced as a modern reflection of the historic mobility and dynamism of steppe civilization. Research, Education, and International InitiativesKazakhstan established the Institute for the Study of the Ulus of Jochi as the first specialized academic institution dedicated to the Golden Horde.A proposal was made to establish an international Centre for the Promotion of Steppe Civilization.A call was made for broader international scholarly cooperation and large-scale publishing projects involving foreign experts on the Golden Horde.The symposium is expected to become a regular international platform for academic dialogue and research cooperation. Historical Continuity and National IdentityKazakhstan views itself as a direct heir to the statehood traditions of the Golden Horde and the Great Steppe.Preserving historical continuity and cultural heritage was described as essential for national renewal and future development.The concept of “Mangilik El” (“Eternal Nation”) was highlighted as a core historical and state-building idea inherited from the Golden Horde era.Kazakhstan is modernizing and promoting the legacy of the Golden Horde through academic research, cultural initiatives, publications, films, exhibitions, and monuments.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-strasbourg/press/news/details/1227545?lang=ru

Seoul, May 20, 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan Asset Issenali took part in a meeting between the Minister of Intellectual Property of the Republic of Korea, Kim Yong Sun, and the Ambassadors of Central Asian countries, held as part of preparations for the first “Central Asia – Republic of Korea” Summit.During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for strengthening cooperation in the field of intellectual property in the C5 + Republic of Korea format, including the exchange of best practices, expansion of cooperation between relevant agencies, and improvement of the effectiveness of intellectual property rights protection amid the development of the digital economy.The Ambassador of Kazakhstan emphasized that, given Kazakhstan’s active digital transformation, the protection of digital and intellectual property is becoming increasingly relevant. It was noted that this area is directly linked to attracting investment, promoting innovation, and creating a favorable business environment.The Korean side underlined its interest in expanding cooperation with Kazakhstan and the Central Asian countries, taking into account the region’s growing economic, investment, and innovation potential. In this regard, the parties considered opportunities to promote joint initiatives aimed at developing the innovation ecosystem, supporting business, and strengthening the protection of intellectual property rights.The meeting became another step toward strengthening the partnership between the Central Asian countries and the Republic of Korea, confirming the mutual interest of the parties in achieving concrete results ahead of the upcoming Summit.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-seoul/press/news/details/1227534?lang=ru