A solemn ceremony to raise the national flag of the Republic of Kazakhstan, dedicated to Republic Day, was held at the Medeu high-altitude skating rink in Almaty, the website infohub.kz reports.
According to the Almaty city akimat, the event was attended by city akim Darhan Satybaldy, public and cultural figures, members of the Qazaqstan Halqy Keñesi and the public council, representatives of non-governmental and youth organizations, well-known athletes, and residents and guests of the city. In total, the ceremony brought together more than 1,500 people.
The raising of the national flag was accompanied by the performance of the national anthem of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the accompaniment of a military brass band. The flagpole is 40 meters high, and the flag measures 7 by 14 meters.
Ahead of Republic Day, Almaty akim Darhan Satybaldy also presented state awards on behalf of Kazakhstan President Qasym-Jomart Toqaev. Among the recipients were Almaty residents who have made a significant contribution to the country's socioeconomic and cultural development.
In addition, a festive concert dedicated to Republic Day was held at the Republic Palace.