Kazakhstan's plans to raise salaries for 77,000 medical workers have been supported by the World Health Organization (WHO). The organization's Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, expressed words of support for President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and his initiatives. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.
In a Facebook post, Ghebreyesus noted that investments in primary health care make treatment more accessible to people.
"I welcome President Tokayev's commitment to raising the salaries of 77,000 health workers and keeping people's health and well-being at the center of national policy," the WHO head wrote.
According to him, by investing in primary health care and supporting health workers, Kazakhstan demonstrates how political leadership can improve accessible medical services for all.
Ghebreyesus also recalled the Alma-Ata Declaration, adopted in 1978. This document helped shape the global vision of "Health for All." In 2028, it will be 50 years since its adoption.
Earlier, Kursiv wrote that salaries for primary care specialists in Kazakhstan will be raised starting January 1, 2027. The increase will be up to 40% and will depend on continuous work experience.
The instruction to the government was given by Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in his Address to the People of Kazakhstan. According to him, the increase will affect more than 77,000 specialists.