Tokayev Tours National Archive and Baiseitova University of Arts
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev recently visited the newly completed building of the President’s Archive in Astana on Feb. 14. This archive has been relocated from Almaty to the capital in accordance with the President’s instructions and is the first of its kind in Central Asia. It serves as a repository of the nation’s documentary heritage and also functions as an educational and scientific center.
The specialized facility includes archive storage areas, a laboratory complex, an interactive exhibition hall, a reading room, as well as offices and administrative spaces. The building is equipped with 24 storage facilities designed to house documents, audiovisual materials, microfilmed insurance archives, and electronic documents.
The archive contains significant documents that detail Kazakhstan’s political history since 1918, providing insights into the formation of the sovereign state, foreign and domestic policies, international relations, economic changes, and socio-cultural development.
During his visit, President Tokayev also toured the ongoing reconstruction of Baiseitova Kazakh National University of Arts. The renovations have expanded the main building by 10,000 square meters, bringing its total area to nearly 38,000 square meters. The modernization project has introduced specialized auditoriums, including a new concert hall with a capacity of 1,100 seats, making it suitable for large events. Additionally, the upgraded building features a chamber hall for academic music, rehearsal studios, and exhibition galleries for students and guest artists.
The developments in the President’s Archive and Baiseitova Kazakh National University of Arts are significant milestones in enhancing educational and cultural infrastructure in Kazakhstan. President Tokayev’s visit underscores the government’s commitment to supporting education, research, and cultural heritage preservation in the country.
