ASTANA, Kazakhstan, March 18. Kazakhstan’s new
Constitution creates broad opportunities for the systemic
modernization of the education sector, Minister of Education
Zhuldyz Suleimenova said at a government meeting, Trend reports via the press
service of the Kazakh Government.
According to her, the updated Constitution designates the
development of education, science, innovation, and technology as
core strategic priorities of state policy.
Suleimenova highlighted that granting primary education an
independent status represents a direct state guarantee aimed at
fostering human capital and ensuring equal access to quality
education for all children. She identified this as a crucial
foundation for national security, social stability, and sustainable
development.
The minister also pointed out that Kazakhstan’s education system
is evolving in response to profound global economic shifts, rapid
technological advancements, and demographic changes. International
forecasts indicate the necessity of preparing students for a labor
market in constant flux. According to the World Economic Forum and
UNESCO, as much as 60% of current students are projected to engage
in professions that are either emerging or yet to be conceived.
Additionally, Suleimenova stressed that the accelerated renewal
of professional skills has become a pivotal consideration.
Estimates by the World Bank suggest that by 2030, over 50% of the
global workforce will need substantial reskilling due to automation
and digitalization.
A nationwide referendum on the adoption of the new Constitution
was held on March 15. The decree to hold the vote was signed on
February 11 by Tokayev. According to official results, 87.15% of
voters supported the proposal.
