Kazakhstan is concluding a year focused on honoring working professions, as declared by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The initiative aims to promote a strong work ethic and professionalism, addressing labor shortages and enhancing the status of blue-collar workers. The government is reforming technical and vocational education, fostering youth employability, and raising the prestige of working professions through various programs and competitions. Kazakhstan is also participating in international skills competitions to improve vocational training quality and is providing housing support for workers.