Kazakhstan honors decorated general Mukhtar Altynbayev at 80 with top award
Mukhtar Altynbayev, a former Kazakh defence minister and decorated military leader, has received the Presidential Certificate of Honor on his 80th birthday. The award recognizes his decades of service in building Kazakhstan’s Armed Forces and advancing military-patriotic education. Altynbayev’s career spans military command, political leadership, and veteran advocacy. As Kazakhstan’s Minister of Defence, he played a key role in modernizing the armed forces and fostering international military partnerships. His work also included strengthening state laws during his time as a senator, focusing on statehood and societal progress. The Presidential Certificate of Honor adds to Altynbayev’s long list of distinctions. His efforts in military reform, legislative work, and veteran support continue to shape Kazakhstan’s defence sector. The recognition underscores his lasting impact on the nation’s security and public life.
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