Round table on the topic "Scientific foundations of systemic modernization of the constitution"
📌 Key Event
On February 6, 2026, the National Academy of Sciences under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan hosted a round table titled "Scientific Foundations of Systematic Constitutional Modernization." The event was chaired by the President of the Academy, Akhylbek Kurishbaev.
Primary Objective: To conduct a high-level scientific and expert evaluation of the newly proposed draft Constitution, focusing on establishing science, education, human capital, and innovation as the strategic foundation of state development.
🔮 Key Scientific and Social Norms in the New Constitution
Representatives of the National Academy of Sciences actively contributed to drafting the new Supreme Law. The proposed model marks a paradigm shift, anchoring Kazakhstan's future development in human capital rather than natural resources:
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The Preamble: Formally defines culture, education, science, and innovation as core national values.
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Article 3: Recognizes human capital as a strategic state priority, acting as an "intellectual roadmap" for the country's long-term progression.
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Article 23: Provides robust state guarantees for freedom of speech, alongside freedom of scientific, technical, and artistic creativity.
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Article 33: Preserves the right to free primary and secondary education while firmly establishing the secular nature of the educational system and uniform state standards for all institutions.
📜 Official Appeal by Kazakhstan’s Academicians
Following the deliberations, the National Academy of Sciences released an official manifesto to the public. The core tenets of the appeal include:
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Civic Responsibility: As leaders of the scientific community deeply invested in the nation’s destiny, the academicians fully endorse the comprehensive constitutional reforms.
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Combating Misinformation: The Academy highlighted that certain misleading claims on social media stem from a superficial reading of the draft text. Scientists urge citizens to reject provocative rumors and verify the text thoroughly.
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A Historic Choice: The academic community calls upon all compatriots to actively support the draft Constitution, viewing it as a critical milestone toward building an intellectual, just, and sustainable Kazakhstan.