World leaders congratulated Kazakh President on 20th anniversary of independence
"For the past years Kazakhstan has passed a dynamic way of reforms in political, social and humanitarian spheres. The reforms and important steps towards integration into the world community created the image of modern Kazakhstan and gave high authority to your country in the international arena," a telegram of congratulations reads.
Kyrgyzstan President Almazbek Atambayev noted in his telegram that "for the past years Kazakhstan under the wise chairmanship of President Nursultan Nazarbayev has achieved great triumphs in economic and socio-political reforms, strengthening of its international authority."
"We are glad to witness as fraternal Kazakhstan under your leadership has strengthened its sovereignty and economy and has become the authoritative member of the world community," the message of President of Turkey Abdullah Gül reads.