Today's Address to the people of Kazakhstan by Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev was a historic document that gave a new impetus to the destiny of the country, full of clear goals and specific tasks. I was especially moved by the thoughts expressed about the place of Kazakhstan in the era of artificial intelligence. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev clearly and boldly stated: "Kazakhstan must become a fully digital country within three years. Otherwise, the consequences of falling behind will be very serious."
Indeed, artificial intelligence and digital technologies are fundamentally changing the laws of the formation of today's world. We must not lag behind this trend, but, on the contrary, combine knowledge and experience, technological innovations, and raise the potential of our country to new heights.
I believe that the President's initiative to "create a Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development" is a very important step in line with the times. This ministry will increase the transparency and efficiency of public administration and open up new opportunities for our youth to freely master new technologies.
In addition, the initiative to create a unicameral Parliament proposed by the Head of State will be an important reform aimed at modernizing the country's political system and strengthening public trust. Kassym-Jomart Kemeluly said about this: "I would like to initiate the creation of a unicameral Parliament in our country in the near future... If we come to a common agreement, it would be better to elect such a Parliament only on party lists."
This is a decision that will change the political nature of the country and give us the impetus to enter a new era. The President proposed to implement this initiative through open discussion, with the consent of the people, and in a national referendum in 2027.
I believe that the two important directions in today's Address - technological modernization and political reforms - will lay the foundation for the future development of our country. We need such bold and innovative steps as we look to the future with confidence and reach new heights. And I believe that their implementation is a shared responsibility for all of us.

Murat ZOLDYKHOZHAEV,
Chairman of the Shymkent city branch of the AMANAT party