Казахстан — страна, история которой была написана на ветрах степи, а будущее сияет тысячами огней где-то на горизонте. Прошлое Казахстана, девятой по величине страны в мире, несомненно, сформировало неукротимый дух, который он проявляет сегодня. От диких лошадей и бесконечных степей, которые символизируют кочевую свободу, к быстро-растущей в настоящем инфраструктуре ярких городов. Казахстан развился и стал успешным, стабильным и независимым, не вопреки своей истории, а благодаря ей.
Казахстан и его история
Kazakhstan where history has been written on the wind blowing steppe and the future glitters in thousands of lights somewhere on the horizon. For Kazakhstan, the 9th largest country in the world, its past has surely formed the indomitable spirit it exhibits today. From the wild horses and endless steppe that symbolize nomadic freedom to the rapidly-growing infrastructure of vibrant cities, the country knows now. Kazakhstan has evolved and adapted to become successful, stable and independent, not in spite of its history, but because of it.
According to ancient writings, the Kazakhs were violent and courageous, innovative, adaptable. They played a defining role in shaping Central Eurasia. Today, what’s past is a prologue as Kazakhstan again takes center stage as a dynamic leader in the region. Kazakhstan has seen its share invaders and marauders, but it has also seen the influx of diverse peoples and religions. Today, Kazakhstan a country of more than 100 ethnic groups and 17 religions, is well-known for its religious tolerance and ethnic diversity.
Казахстан в Советское время
Historically, this former breadbasket of the Soviet Union was also a large producer of metals, coal, oil and livestock products. Today, this abundance of natural resources is at the heart of the Kazakh economy. During the Soviet rule, the country suffered some of its greater losses. The Soviet nuclear weapons testing program conducted over 40 year period, at the Semipalatinsk test site, caused unimaginable human and environmental devastation.
Казахстан выступает за глобальное ядерное разоружение
Generations of Kazakhs have paid and are still paying the price: cancer, birth defects, death, and disease. The nation has renounced the world’s 4th largest nuclear arsenal and those taking a leading role on the issue of nuclear responsibility, advocating global nuclear disarmament with a strong voice and absolute moral authority.
Беспрецедентный прогресс
During its 550 years of an established statehood history, the nation has experienced adversity and even atrocity. But it has prevailed. It has always prevailed. After centuries of political, economic and cultural crisis, Kazakhstan came into its own. Its independence was proclaimed in 1991. Under the leadership of its first president Nursultan Nazarbayev, Kazakhstan has seen unparallel progress. Due to the prism of the past, this progress is reflected in many ways: religious tolerance, adaptability, hospitality, patients, international diplomacy, innovation, strength. All it forms today’s Kazakhstan.
Готовность к диалогу
A willingness to see all sites, the propensity to balance and dialogue, the sense to not choose East or West, North, or the South, has made Kazakhstan an example of stable growth that any up-and-coming nation would do well to emulate. From the past comes a sense of purpose and the desire for progress and peace.
Казахстан предлагает что-нибудь для каждого
On a clear day, there is no sky more blue, no clouds more majestic than those rolling over the steppe, or kissing the peaks of the Tian Shan mountains. Kazakhstan also boasts emerald green pine forests in miles of deep Canyons where the light plays red and gold, and shadows cast a spell on anyone with a view to the canyon walls. The mountains host a variety of adventures in every season. From skiing, snowboarding, and skating, to hiking, riding, and camping. Kazakhstan offers something for everyone.
Спорт в Казахстане
As host of the 2011 Asian Winter Games, the nation declared itself as a world-class destination for sporting events. Building on that success, Almaty has bid to host the 2022 Winter Olympics. But apart from the varied and stunning natural beauty of the country, cities have grown. Infrastructure has increased a thousandfold along with the equally impressive Kazakh economy. And infrastructure will grow even further when the country implements its new economic policy a Nurly Zhol over the next 3 years making Kazakhstan even more of a major landbridge in the heart of Eurasia.
Астана — столица Казахстана
Astana the sparkling nation capital of Kazakhstan sits on the steppe as a concrete symbol of progress and innovation. High rise buildings and greenspace mingle with the new, but historically-minded Opera House, and the Presidential residence, the Akorda. Massive shopping malls rise up alongside the out remote Peace and Harmony Palace pyramid. The vision of the country’s President, Astana is fulfilling its promise as a progressive modern metropolis. The city is also home to Nazarbayev University. The importance of Education to the country is reflected in its 99.7% literacy rate. One of the highest in the world.
Алматы
Аlmaty about 1300 km to the south of Astana is the banking and trade center of the country. Kazakhstan also boasts beautiful mosques, churches, and synagogues that are representative of Kazakhstan’s policy of religious and ethnic tolerance. In fact, Kazakhstan initiated and hosts triennial Congress is of Leaders of World and traditional religions with the 5th one in 2015.
Где встречаются прошлое и настоящее
The past and present meet on the grasslands, in the mountains and now in the bustling cities. The stories and promises are whispered through the canyons as Kazakhstan continues to build a new Silk Road and International Center for trade and commerce. And a new legacy for the 21st century. Peace and harmony, however, don’t just come with tolerance and cooperation. The people of the world must be fed body, mind and spirit.
Будущая энергия
That’s why along with nuclear security, food, water, and energy security are all top priorities for Kazakhstan. They constitute Kazakhstan’s bid for its non-permanent membership in the United Nations Security Council for 2017-2018. The country promotes science and technology programs across the nation, and around the world. In fact, in a few years time, Kazakhstan will host an international specialized exhibition Expo-2017. The theme of which is Future Energy. 2014 to 2024 has been designated as UN decade of sustainable energy for all. That’s why Kazakhstan is opening doors to wind, solar and other alternative energy technologies, while also developing its massive petroleum, natural gas, and mineral extraction industries. The miles of open steppe make the perfect solar and wind energy Labs.
Инициатива «Зеленый Мост»
Kazakhstan’s «Green Bridge» initiative supported by UN Rio+20 conference is another important initiative being undertaken in Kazakhstan. As the world’s largest landlocked country, Kazakhstan has never taken water for granted. That’s why the country is focused on developing new systems, technologies and international relationships for securing the world’s water supply.
Из получателя помощи в доноры
Kazakhstan has transformed from a recipient to a donor of international aid. As one of the most dynamically growing economies with a double-digit GDP for Capital Growth during its independence and leading rights in foreign investment influx in the region, Kazakhstan announced the launch of a KazAID, official development assistance program. In fact, it has been more than six years since the country began providing assistance in the region and to Afghanistan.
Взгляд через призму прогресса
The prism of progress is a complex set of angles and lines that connect past to present, and present to future. It reflects and refracts the ideals and ideas, values and actions that carry a nation forward, the coalesce into a clear vision for the future. For Kazakhstan, that vision is being hard one through the ages, but the strife known by the people has also created a sense of shared responsibility a sense of place and purpose and drive that inspire the nation to take its lessons beyond its borders to the world.
Заключение
When today goes into the history books, Kazakhstan would have written many chapters about peace and progress, innovation and ideas. These values were born upon the steppe by the people who set their eyes on a bright new horizon and the world of endless possibility.