Kassym-Jomart Tokayev also commented on the situation regarding Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of maintaining stability as the main value of our country.
"We promote the ideology of 'unity in diversity.' Despite our different nationalities and faiths, we are one society, one people. I urge all of you to understand this profound process. Only on this foundation will we achieve success. There is much discussion about Ukraine right now. From the very beginning, we have advocated for an end to the war, for reaching consensus and agreements through diplomatic negotiations. Our position is becoming a reality, as two major powers have begun political dialogue. This is a positive trend that will benefit Kazakhstan. Therefore, we will support this trend as much as possible," said the head of state.
In the presidential press service, it was specified that the "City of Working Professions" festival, which brings together future specialists, employers, and organizations of vocational and technical education, is taking place at the EXPO exhibition site.
This is the first large-scale event within the framework of the Year of Working Professions declared by Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
The festival is being held with the support of the Ministry of Education and other relevant agencies, national companies, and large enterprises. There are 40 interactive exhibition zones where visitors can learn about more than 200 specialties and discover the specifics of various sectors of the economy. Over the course of several days, workshops, master classes, innovative sessions, and job fairs will be organized as part of the festival. More than 15,000 people have attended the event in the first two days.
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev was briefed on the training of specialists for the energy, mining, metallurgy, oil and gas, construction, agriculture, and other sectors.
The president was informed about the transformations in vocational and technical education organizations, which are focused on labor market demands considering the specifics of the regions.
According to the head of state, qualified specialists will be extremely in demand for the implementation of large projects, such as the construction of a nuclear power plant.
On February 12, 2025, Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin spoke on the phone. Afterward, the American leader spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Speaking to reporters at the White House after his phone conversations with the presidents of Russia and Ukraine, Donald Trump announced a meeting with Vladimir Putin. According to him, it will take place "not too far in the future" in Saudi Arabia.