Kazakh Deputy Proposes Significant Salary Hike for Youth Practice Participants

Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan – May 21, 2025. Nartay Aралбайұлы, a Mazhilis deputy, has proposed a significant increase in monthly salaries for young people participating in practical work programs across Kazakhstan. Currently, participants receive 30 AЕК (monthly calculation index). Aралбайұлы believes this should be increased to 40 AЕК nationwide and 45 AЕК in rural areas. "Increasing the salaries will incentivize more young people to participate in these crucial programs, boosting their skills and contributing to the nation's economic growth," Aралбайұлы stated. This proposal directly addresses concerns about youth unemployment and income inequality, key issues in Kazakhstan's socio-economic landscape. The impact of this increase on youth participation and overall economic development remains to be seen, but the proposal signals a potential shift in government policy towards supporting young professionals.