“An Example of Fortitude“: Tokayev Awarded the Winners of the Asian Games and Para Games

Tengrinews.kz — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev attended an award ceremony honoring the winners and medalists of the Asian Games and Asian Para Games, citing the Akorda press service.
During his speech, President Tokayev highlighted the strong performance of Kazakhstani athletes at the XX Summer Asian Games and the V Asian Para Games.

"This is a truly monumental achievement that instills a deep sense of pride in Kazakhstan! I congratulate you on your outstanding success. You represented our country with dignity at these major competitions, which brought together the continent’s strongest athletes. Thanks to our national team’s dedication, the national anthem was played many times, and our sky-blue flag was raised high over the Asian Games arenas. For me, every success of our athletes is a celebration of true patriotism. All our fellow citizens were sincerely cheering and rooting for you. The medals you added to the national team’s tally have become a source of inspiration for all Kazakhstanis, especially the younger generation, serving as an example of fortitude and the will to win. On this solemn occasion, as Head of State, I want to express my sincere gratitude to you once again," Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said.

According to the President, the victories of domestic athletes fully reflect the spirit of the large-scale transformations currently taking place in the country.
Tokayev also stated that the national economy has demonstrated steady growth in recent years, reaching qualitatively new development indicators.
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"According to the International Monetary Fund, Kazakhstan's GDP is expected to approach 398 billion dollars by the end of the year. This is the highest figure in our region. However, in the face of global instability, it is unacceptable to rest on our laurels or limit ourselves to past successes. We must make every effort to build the state's potential during these challenging times," the Head of State reported.

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Kassym-Jomart Tokayev focused on the country's ambitious development plans.

"As you know, I detailed the challenges facing the country in my recent Address to the People of Kazakhstan. Consequently, next year will see the launch of a massive nationwide construction initiative. It is important to understand that this is not just a short-term campaign, but a true 'People's Construction' project—a project of historical significance being implemented for the benefit of all society. All citizens, especially young people, must live in a safe, comfortable, and high-quality environment. Achieving this goal is an absolute priority for me as President. As part of 'People's Construction,' numerous social facilities will be built in all regions—schools, hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers for children with special needs, cultural and arts centers, and sports centers. These facilities will qualitatively change the daily lives of our citizens. Essentially, we are embarking on an unprecedented 'People's Construction' program that will radically transform the appearance of our country and significantly improve the quality of life for our citizens. This large-scale construction will cover all cities and districts, renewing all civil infrastructure. Our national response to the coming era, with all its difficulties and uncertainties, is: 'Build, and build again!' The essence of this phrase lies in mobilizing the entire nation for creation—constructing a solid foundation for the well-being of future generations," the President said.

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The Head of State noted that the implementation of these nationwide tasks will impact the development of all spheres of public life, including sports.

"New sports facilities and inclusive centers will be built as part of the program. Every child in Kazakhstan should have the opportunity to participate in sports. This is not just a social project; it is a strategic political task. Today, future champions are growing up in the most remote corners of our country, and we must create equal opportunities for each of them. This is the ultimate goal of the Fair Kazakhstan idea," Kassym-Jomart Tokayev stated.

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As a reminder, the Kazakhstan national team won 84 medals at the XX Summer Asian Games in Japan: 12 gold, 24 silver, and 48 bronze. At the V Asian Para Games, Kazakhstani athletes added another 50 awards to the team's tally—12 gold, 16 silver, and 22 bronze.