Astana [Kazakhstan], The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan on June 6 hosted a ceremony to award Goodwill Ambassadors of Kazakhstan, stars of sports, science medicine and culture for representing the country and building bridges between the nations. brought together.
The ministry's pioneering project aims to recognize and honor citizens who have made significant contributions to enhancing Kazakhstan's image abroad, The Astana Times reports.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan, Murat Nurtlu, personally presented the awards. The inaugural recipients include a diverse group of distinguished artists, researchers, doctors and athletes, all of whom have significantly enhanced the country's reputation on the global stage.
These include the famous Kazakh violinist and orchestra conductor Marat Bisengaliev, Olympic champion and professional cyclist Alexander Vinokurov, artist and activist of the anti-nuclear movement Karipbek Kuyukov, pop singer Mirhidai Mirfarukh, known by his stage name Adam, prominent cardiac .Surgeon Yuri Pya, researcher of historical maps Mukhit-Ardagar Sidiknazarov, chief conductor of the Otyr Sazi Orchestra Dinara Tlendieva, and Sergei Tsirulnikov, a prominent Kazakh athlete known for his achievements in strength sports, especially powerlifting and strongman competitions. In.
Addressing the ceremony, Murat Nurtalu said, "Your active participation in charity events, humility and lack of self-promotion deserve special attention while emphasizing your high moral qualities. I am confident that being a Goodwill Ambassador will further your inspiration and “Enthusiasm will increase.”
"Thanks to your victories and brilliant performances in world forums, arenas and conferences, our country's turquoise flag has been flown in various parts of the world, and our national anthem resounds with pride," Nurtlu said.
Expressing his feelings about receiving the award, Marat Bisengaliev, who has gained international fame for his outstanding violin performances, said that it was unexpected, according to The Astana Times.Bisengaliev is the founding music director of the Symphony Orchestra of India. He also founded the West Kazakhstan Philharmonic Orchestra in 2003 and the Almaty Symphony Orchestra in 2012.
"I have to say that it is very unexpected but very pleasant. I am very happy to receive this award. (...) It means a lot to me.This is recognition and quite a big award for someone who maybe doesn't do it that often in Kazakhstan, but wherever I go I represent Kazakhstan as a Kazakh citizen," Bisengaliev told The Astana Times.
He said he has worked extensively with the Symphony Orchestra of India in Mumbai.
He said, "It's going great. We're doing a lot of touring and recording. It takes a lot of time.The recent tour to England was really successful and we're planning to do more of the same around the world."
Alexander Vinokurov, now the general manager of Astana Kazakhstan Team, a professional road cycling team based in Kazakhstan, described the award as a great honour.
Vinokurov told The Astana Times, "This status is an even greater incentive for me to work for the benefit of the country. I will try to maintain this level."
He said the team is preparing for the main events of the season – the Tour de France and the Olympic Games, where they have secured three road race licenses."The Tour de France is the premier event for professional riders, second only to the Olympic Games. Having both events in one year provides an incredible opportunity. If we win a stage in the Tour and secure a medal at the Olympics, it will be An excellent season,” Vinokurov said.
The ministry's pioneering project aims to recognize and honor citizens who have made significant contributions to enhancing Kazakhstan's image abroad, The Astana Times reports.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan, Murat Nurtlu, personally presented the awards. The inaugural recipients include a diverse group of distinguished artists, researchers, doctors and athletes, all of whom have significantly enhanced the country's reputation on the global stage.
These include the famous Kazakh violinist and orchestra conductor Marat Bisengaliev, Olympic champion and professional cyclist Alexander Vinokurov, artist and activist of the anti-nuclear movement Karipbek Kuyukov, pop singer Mirhidai Mirfarukh, known by his stage name Adam, prominent cardiac .Surgeon Yuri Pya, researcher of historical maps Mukhit-Ardagar Sidiknazarov, chief conductor of the Otyr Sazi Orchestra Dinara Tlendieva, and Sergei Tsirulnikov, a prominent Kazakh athlete known for his achievements in strength sports, especially powerlifting and strongman competitions. In.
Addressing the ceremony, Murat Nurtalu said, "Your active participation in charity events, humility and lack of self-promotion deserve special attention while emphasizing your high moral qualities. I am confident that being a Goodwill Ambassador will further your inspiration and “Enthusiasm will increase.”
"Thanks to your victories and brilliant performances in world forums, arenas and conferences, our country's turquoise flag has been flown in various parts of the world, and our national anthem resounds with pride," Nurtlu said.
Expressing his feelings about receiving the award, Marat Bisengaliev, who has gained international fame for his outstanding violin performances, said that it was unexpected, according to The Astana Times.Bisengaliev is the founding music director of the Symphony Orchestra of India. He also founded the West Kazakhstan Philharmonic Orchestra in 2003 and the Almaty Symphony Orchestra in 2012.
"I have to say that it is very unexpected but very pleasant. I am very happy to receive this award. (...) It means a lot to me.This is recognition and quite a big award for someone who maybe doesn't do it that often in Kazakhstan, but wherever I go I represent Kazakhstan as a Kazakh citizen," Bisengaliev told The Astana Times.
He said he has worked extensively with the Symphony Orchestra of India in Mumbai.
He said, "It's going great. We're doing a lot of touring and recording. It takes a lot of time.The recent tour to England was really successful and we're planning to do more of the same around the world."
Alexander Vinokurov, now the general manager of Astana Kazakhstan Team, a professional road cycling team based in Kazakhstan, described the award as a great honour.
Vinokurov told The Astana Times, "This status is an even greater incentive for me to work for the benefit of the country. I will try to maintain this level."
He said the team is preparing for the main events of the season – the Tour de France and the Olympic Games, where they have secured three road race licenses."The Tour de France is the premier event for professional riders, second only to the Olympic Games. Having both events in one year provides an incredible opportunity. If we win a stage in the Tour and secure a medal at the Olympics, it will be An excellent season,” Vinokurov said.
