Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, speaking at the opening of the symposium 'The Golden Horde as a Model of Steppe Civilization: History, Archaeology, Culture and Identity,' emphasized Kazakhstan's historical and cultural continuity with the legacy of the Great Steppe.

He noted that this principle is reflected in the country's updated Constitution. 'As is known, Kazakhstan has been implementing large-scale political and economic reforms in recent years. This is certainly a very important and responsible step for our country. At the same time, we clearly understand the task before us: without changing consciousness, society will not renew and the state will not develop. This is an axiom,' Tokayev said.

In this regard, the president noted that the topic of preserving historical continuity is gaining particular relevance and significance. 'It is obvious that without this, no progress is possible. If we do not treat the past with respect, then the movement towards a bright future will be difficult. Therefore, as a progressive nation, we will only move forward,' he stressed.

Tokayev also noted that the new Constitution, adopted at a national referendum, enshrines the provision that preserving the continuity of the Great Steppe with its thousand-year history is a sacred duty. 'After all, in state activity, our country is the direct heir of the Golden Horde, which made "Mängilik El" its main idea,' he concluded.

Source: kun.uz