President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev took part in the solemn ceremony marking the International Women’s Day.
In his speech, the Kazakh Head of State congratulated women on the holiday.
8 March is the spring holiday, symbolizing the beauty, kindness and warmth. We, men, appreciate, respect and love you. Women enjoy special attention and recognition. Only the society with respect for women can be called civilized and the one with culture. Our wise people always show respect for mothers and surround daughters with care. Such a treatment is in our blood for centuries, said Tokayev.
The Kazakh Head of State expressed gratitude to all women, who work equally with men for the benefit of the country. He also noted that the state will continue providing support needed.
At my initiative, women have been granted with special quotas in representative branches of government. The share of women in parliament and maslikhats has increased and the work in this direction will continue. Women make great contribution to the development of our homeland. Many women are actively involved in entrepreneurship. Many have achieved success in production, science and sport. Women account for most of the teachers in Kazakhstan. You bring up patriotism, knowledge, hard work in the growing generation and promote health of the nation. Your contribution to the prosperity of Kazakhstan deserves the highest praise, said Tokayev.
Following the ceremony, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev joined the Auelmen alem ademi concert devoted to the International Women’s Day.
The Kazakh Head of State also presented awards to the winners of the Aru Ana contest of best female projects in six nominations.
By Kazinform
