President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev showed newborn Akhal-Teke foals and told what names he gave to the new inhabitants of the presidential stable. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.
The head of state published photos of the foals on his Instagram page and reported that recently the herd of Akhal-Teke horses had been replenished.
"Today I specially came to see the thoroughbred horses. Recently two mares foaled, and the herd of Akhal-Teke horses was replenished with new foals. I named the first foal Akniyet, and the recently born filly — Borte. As they say, 'when a boy grows up, he becomes a leader, and a foal becomes a horse.' I wished them to grow up fast and nimble, able to compete with the wind," wrote Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
The Akhal-Teke breed is considered one of the oldest in the world and is highly valued for its endurance, speed, and distinctive appearance.
The President noted that he loves horses and pays special attention to their care. Akhal-Teke horses are rare in Kazakhstan but are valued for their qualities. Tokayev emphasized the importance of preserving and developing this breed.
The history of Akhal-Teke horses goes back to ancient times. The breed originated in Turkmenistan and has been bred for thousands of years. Their coat has a silky sheen, they are tall and graceful. Akhal-Tekes are considered among the most beautiful horses in the world.
Kazakhstan has a program for breeding Akhal-Teke horses. The presidential stable houses several representatives of this breed. Tokayev monitors their health and development.
The names of the newborn foals also have symbolic meaning. Akniyet means "good intention," and Borte is the name of a famous historical figure in Kazakh history. These names reflect respect for Kazakh culture and traditions.
Tokayev's actions contribute to increasing interest in horse breeding. Many Kazakhstanis support the president's love for horses.
The future of Akhal-Teke horses looks bright. Their numbers are growing every year. With the president's support, this breed may become widespread in Kazakhstan.
In conclusion, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev naming the Akhal-Teke foals is a sign of care for horse breeding. This event demonstrates the traditional respect of the Kazakh people for horses.