This year marks the 30th anniversary of our independence. This is an important milestone, marking the revival of Kazakh statehood and the acquisition of freedom, the dreams of which were cherished by many generations of our ancestors. By the standards of history, 30 years is just an instant. However, for many peoples, this period included an entire era filled with difficulties and victories, crises and achievements. We are going through it too.I would describe the first decade of Independence as the time of laying the foundation for a new Kazakhstan. Under the leadership of Elbasy, state symbols were approved, an effective system of power was formed. National currency introduced. The Armed Forces have been created. The Basic Law of the country was adopted. Established diplomatic relations with foreign states. Kazakhstan became a member of authoritative international organizations
