President Nazarbayev congratulates Kazakhstanis on Orthodox Easter

"Dear compatriots! I wholeheartedly congratulate you on the joyful feast of Orthodox Easter that is celebrated by millions of people throughout the world. Easter brings revival, happiness and hope. It symbolizes celebration of kindness, truth and justice. These days people realize the true meaning of such values as unity, trust, mutual respect and openness to dialogue. Humanist ideals are becoming more and more popular, building up a more spiritual space. Kazakhstan is open to all religions that make invaluable contribution to the strengthening of the society, development and prosperity of the country. Kazakhstan creates confortable environment for representatives of all confessions. Together we are building stronger Kazakhstan based on the principles of peacefulness and consent. Easter is a family holiday that brings people closer and this is indeed relevant for our country, because Kazakhstan is a big friendly family that confidently looks to the future. Please allow me to extend my congratulations and wishes of happiness, wellbeing, mutual understanding and accord to all of you," the congratulatory message reads.