“We are judged by these habits” - The President raised an important issue

Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has highlighted the critical role of social etiquette and personal conduct in shaping the nation's image and progress. Speaking at a solemn event marking Medical Worker Day, Tokayev emphasized that as Kazakhstan modernizes its statehood and citizens' worldviews evolve, adherence to the rule of law must be reflected in everyday behavior.

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The law must begin in everyday life. This means that every individual's behavior, ethics, discipline, and even character must not contradict the law.

"The law must begin in everyday life," Tokayev stated, urging that individual actions, ethics, and discipline should align with constitutional principles. He also underscored that Kazakhstan's secular nature does not equate to abandoning national identity or traditional values. The President stressed that a high culture of behavior in both public and professional spheres is essential for citizens of a developed nation.

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However, this is not merely a principle enshrined in the Basic Law; it requires a proper understanding.

Tokayev pointed to instances of rudeness in simple interactions, such as greetings, as areas needing improvement. He believes that foreign visitors judge a nation's culture and development by the everyday habits and traditions of its people. "A high level of civic maturity serves as the foundation for building a progressive country," he remarked, linking etiquette and respectful behavior to national advancement.

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According to the Basic Law, Kazakhstan is a secular state. However, secularism does not mean rejecting national identity or consigning the values inherent to our people to oblivion

The President called for a concerted effort to establish new ethical benchmarks for society through the promotion of these values. He specifically tasked medical professionals with setting an example for the citizenry in demonstrating dignified behavior and mutual respect. Tokayev congratulated the medical workers on their professional holiday during his address.

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For instance, we have recently seen how even a simple greeting can often turn into an inappropriate display of rudeness and lack of culture. Therefore, we must strengthen our efforts in this direction.