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A round-table discussion titled “The Republic of Kazakhstan: Sovereign Development and Modernization” was held at our university to mark Republic Day, celebrated on 25 October. The event was jointly organized by the Faculty of Natural Sciences and the Faculty of Education and Humanities.

The round-table discussion was attended by faculty members and students.

The event began with the performance of the National Anthem of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The discussion was moderated by Sattibay Aitbayev, a lecturer at the Department of Biology.

The first speaker, Meirbek Tuyebayev, Doctor of Chemical Sciences and physicist, addressed the significance of the concepts of sovereignty, development and modernization.

He spoke about Kazakhstan’s strategic development priorities and shared his views on the role of the “Kazakhstan–2030” and “Kazakhstan–2050” strategies and the “100 Concrete Steps” National Plan in the country’s political and economic development and modernization. He also highlighted key dates in the history of Kazakhstan’s sovereignty.

The speaker emphasized that students’ primary responsibility is not only to obtain a high-quality education and develop professionally, but also to respect national values and apply their knowledge for the benefit of the country.

At the end of his presentation, the speaker asked the students questions related to the topic and listened to their opinions.

In his presentation based on the idea “From a Profound History to a Bright Future,” Bakdaulet Syzdykov, PhD, Associate Professor and lecturer at the Department of History, discussed the historical, cultural and spiritual significance of ancient Turkistan and the importance of exploring the rich heritage of one’s native land. He also highlighted the history of the university’s establishment and its place in the educational landscape.

The round-table discussion increased students’ interest in the country’s history and enabled them to gain a deeper understanding of civic responsibility and patriotism. During the meeting, participants discussed the history of Kazakhstan’s sovereignty, the achievements of independence, national development priorities, spiritual modernization and the continuity of national values, while sharing their views and opinions.

Thus, the event became an important platform for dialogue aimed at developing young people’s historical consciousness, strengthening national identity and fostering a greater sense of responsibility for the country’s future.