What tasks did the president set for the sports sector of Kazakhstan.
President of Kazakhstan Kasem-Jomart Tokayev participated in the awarding ceremony of the winners and laureates of the Asian Games and the Asian Games.
Kazinform collected the main theses of the head of state.
The head of state congratulated the Kazakh athletes on the high results, noting that their victories became an example of patriotism, strength of character and desire to win.
Over the past five years, more than 616 billion tenge have been allocated to the development of sports in Kazakhstan. The president noted the effectiveness of the measures taken and the contribution of the athletes to strengthening the country's international authority.
The achievements of the para-athlete Isolo Suleimanova, who set the Asian record in the 100 meters, as well as Tamirlan Taluls, Turkhan Sabirkhan, Aybek Orlbay, Sofia Baroltseva, Alexey Lutsenko and David Degtyarev, were especially noted.
As part of the popular construction plan, new sports facilities and inclusive centers will be built in the regions. The head of state emphasized that every child has equal opportunities to engage in sports.
In 2027, Kazakhstan will host the world championships in boxing, judo, taekwondo, table tennis and e-sports, as well as the world youth short track championships.
In the spring of 2027, the 51st UEFA Congress will be held in Astana. In addition, this year the capital will host the Congress of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).
The president called on the relevant ministry, the sports federations, the government and the National Olympic Committee to join forces to hold international competitions at a high level.
One of the main tasks is preparing Kazakhstani athletes for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. The president ordered it to be carried out now at the highest level.
The head of state also emphasized the public role of sports in the education of the youth, the formation of discipline, honesty and responsibility.