Kazakhs Celebrate National Book Day on April 23
Kazakhstan's President Pushes for a Stronger National Reading Culture
In his address marking National Book Day, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized that even in the digital age, books remain a vital source of knowledge and values, our website reports.
He noted that a strong reading culture is widely recognized as a hallmark of a high-quality nation and must remain an integral part of society's behavioral code.
Tokayev also welcomed the growing trend of renewed interest in reading, highlighting that book culture is gradually regaining popularity—including among young people.
Notably, the president will soon sign a special decree aimed at promoting reading culture and fostering the development of an intellectually engaged, book-loving nation. This step underscores the systematic nature of ongoing efforts and confirms that cultivating a reading culture remains one of the government's key priorities.
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