National Congress of Historians Highlights New Discoveries and Expands Historical Paradigm in Kazakhstan
Astana, The Gulf Observer: The latest edition of the Forum of the National Congress of Historians brought together over 300 representatives from Kazakhstan’s scientific community, including historians, university professors, public figures, and media representatives.
The forum featured plenary and working sessions addressing critical topics such as:
- Analysis, systemization, and scientific integration of new findings in archaeology, ethnography, ethnology, and historical geography.
- Results of domestic researchers’ work in foreign archives, museums, and library collections.
A key topic of discussion was the preparation of a comprehensive multi-volume academic book, The History of Kazakhstan from Ancient Times to the Present Day, involving five research institutes and contributions from approximately 250 Kazakhstani scholars.
In his address, State Counselor Erlan Karin emphasized the forum’s significance in advancing Kazakhstan’s historical scholarship. He noted that recent archaeological discoveries and newly uncovered archival documents underscore the need for a broader and deeper understanding of the nation’s history.
Karin remarked:
“Kazakhstan is not only the cradle of ancient forms of statehood and the successor of once-powerful states and empires but also the center of origin and formation of a unique nomadic civilization. The task before our historians is to expand our understanding of history within this immense civilizational framework.”
The forum reaffirmed the importance of integrating new discoveries and insights into a unified national narrative, showcasing Kazakhstan’s pivotal role in the development of global civilizations.
