Before the beginning of the plenary session of the Senate of Parliament, the ceremony of granting the status of “Honorary Senator” to Elbasy was held.

During his speech, the First President of Kazakhstan thanked all the deputies for their support and appreciation of his activities.

- We have been working together with many of the deputies for the past 30 years. We have gone through many difficulties. I am sincerely grateful to you for the decision to assign me the status of “Honorary Senator,” said Nursultan Nazarbayev.

Elbasy highlighted the high-quality legislative work of the Parliament on the effective implementation of the planned reforms.

- Our country has become known throughout the world. The economy is developing, the living standards of citizens have improved. We have adopted several programs aimed at modernizing the state. And you are actively involved in their implementation. The success of the reforms depends on your work, - said the First President of Kazakhstan.

Nursultan Nazarbayev emphasized that the decision taken on the resignation of the President was made to strengthen stability in society and ensure the continuity of the strategic course of development.

- Our main achievement is stability and calm in the country. I was surprised by the reaction of the world community to my decision. We have shown everyone an example of how to solve the issues of transit of power,” said Elbasy.

In conclusion, the First President of Kazakhstan noted the important role of the younger generation in the further development and prosperity of an independent Kazakhstan.