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Meeting on the 25th anniversary of Kazakhstan’s Internal Affairs and Police Day

June 23, 2017

The Kazakh leader, congratulating those present on the anniversary date, noted that on this day a quarter of a century ago the law enforcement agencies of Kazakhstan were formed.

- This was a significant step at the initial stage of our Independence. The history of establishing law enforcement bodies is closely linked with the history of our state’s growth, Nursultan Nazarbayev said.

 The President of Kazakhstan stressed that there are many examples of selflessness and true heroism on the account of Kazakhstani police.

- These people are at the forefront of the struggle with manifestations of crime and are the first to protect the rights and freedoms of our citizens. In recent years, the results of your activities have become evident. So, compared with year earlier, there is a lowering in crime by more than 15 percent. Clear-up rate and especially of serious crimes has reached 72 percent. The level of security of citizens in the streets of our cities and villages has significantly increased, in which the number of crimes has decreased by more than 14 percent, the Head of State noted.

Nursultan Nazarbayev also noted that in the context of global instability as never before the police’s credibility is important.

- Modernization of society and the state is possible only with your impeccable adherence to a call of duty and true purpose. That is why we are now, within the framework of the adopted programs, are working on restructuring and reorganization, as a result of which a local police service has been established. It is necessary to strictly enforce the rule of law, human rights and freedoms. This is one of the key factors for our country’s sustainable and stable growth. Modern effective police service also contributes to the competitiveness of the state and the people, the President of Kazakhstan summed up.

In addition, the Head of the State reported on the decision to raise wages to employees of law enforcement bodies by 25 percent from July 1, 2017 to ensure actualization of the above strategic objectives.

- Looking at you the public pass judgment on the political authority. In this regard, the policeman should be an example for all. I am sure that Kazakhstani policemen will continue to exert all their strength, experience and energy to successfully fulfill their noble duty, Nursultan Nazarbayev concluded.

During the meeting the Head of the State has awarded B. Duisenov, the Special Forces Command inspector, with "Aibyn” Order of Degree I, Zh.Muhatov, Head of Internal Affairs Department, Shcherbakty area of Pavlodar region, with “Aibyn” Order, Degree II, K.Sahov, Head of Internal Affairs Department, Ordabasy District of South Kazakhstan, with  “Aibyn” Order, Degree II, V.Shutko, a senior investigator for particularly important cases, Criminal iinvestigation Department of Astana, with “Aibyn” Order, Degree II, A.Galiev, a senior officer-in-charge for particularly important cases, with “Yerligi Ushyn” medal, and L.Kim, Head of Operative Forensic Department of Internal Affairs in Almaty region, with “Yerligi Ushyn” medal.

In conclusion, the President of Kazakhstan thanked those present for their service and wished health, prosperity and success in their responsible work.


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