Asqar Mamin facts for kids
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Asqar Mamin
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Асқар Мамин
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Mamin in 2021
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| 10th Prime Minister of Kazakhstan | |
| In office 21 February 2019 – 5 January 2022 |
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| President | Nursultan Nazarbayev Kassym-Jomart Tokayev |
| First Deputy | Alihan Smaiylov |
| Preceded by | Bakhytzhan Sagintayev |
| Succeeded by | Älihan Smaiylov |
| First Deputy Prime Minister of Kazakhstan | |
| In office 8 September 2016 – 21 February 2019 |
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| Prime Minister | Bakhytzhan Sagintayev |
| Preceded by | Bakhytzhan Sagintayev |
| Succeeded by | Alihan Smaiylov |
| Chairman of Kazakhstan Engineering | |
| In office 17 July 2017 – 2020 |
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| Preceded by | Erlan Idrissov |
| Succeeded by | Sarsembaev Adlbek |
| President of Kazakhstan Temir Zholy | |
| In office 17 April 2008 – 9 September 2016 |
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| Preceded by | Zhaksybek Kulekeyev |
| Succeeded by | Kanat Alpysbayev |
| 5th Äkim of Astana | |
| In office 21 September 2006 – 4 April 2008 |
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| Preceded by | Umirzak Shukeyev |
| Succeeded by | Imangali Tasmagambetov |
| Minister of Transport and Communications | |
| In office 25 August 2005 – 21 September 2006 |
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| Prime Minister | Daniyal Akhmetov |
| Preceded by | Kazhmurat Nagmanov |
| Succeeded by | Serik Akhmetov |
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| Born | 23 October 1965 Tselinograd, Kazakh SSR, Soviet Union (now Astana, Kazakhstan) |
| Political party | Nur Otan |
| Spouse | Altynai Mamina |
| Children | 2 |
| Alma mater | Tselinograd Civil Engineering Institute Plekhanov Russian University of Economics |
| Profession | Economist |
Asqar Uzaqbaiuly Mamin (Kazakh: Асқар Ұзақбайұлы Мамин, romanized: Asqar Ūzaqbaiūly Mamin; born 23 October 1965) is a Kazakh politician and economist. He served as the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan from 2019 to 2022. He stepped down from his role due to public pressure during the events in January 2022.
Before becoming Prime Minister, he was the First Deputy Prime Minister from 2016 to 2019. He also led the national railway company, Kazakhstan Temir Zholy. Mamin is also the president of the Kazakhstan Ice Hockey Federation. He is a member of the ruling political party, Nur Otan.
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Asqar Mamin's Early Life and Career
Asqar Mamin was born in Tselinograd, which is now known as Astana. He studied at the Tselinograd Civil Engineering Institute. He also went to the Plekhanov Russian University of Economics. He specialized in civil engineering and economics.
He started his career as a builder. Later, he became a deputy director at a company called Innovative Enterprises Union of Kazakhstan. From 1996 to 2008, he held several important government positions. He was the first deputy mayor of Astana. He also served as Vice Minister of Transport and Communications. He was also the First Vice Minister of Industry and Trade.
On 21 September 2006, Mamin was chosen to be the äkim of Astana, which means the mayor of the city. He served as mayor until 17 April 2008. After that, he became the president of Kazakhstan Temir Zholy, the national railway company. On 9 September 2016, he was appointed as the First Deputy Prime Minister.
Becoming Prime Minister of Kazakhstan (2019–2022)
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Appointment as Prime Minister
On 21 February 2019, the previous Prime Minister, Bakhytzhan Sagintayev, was removed from his position. Asqar Mamin then became the acting Prime Minister. On 25 February, the Parliament officially approved him as the new Prime Minister. Everyone in Parliament voted for him.
The next day, Mamin told his government that they should focus on "concrete results." These results should make the lives of the people better.
In January 2021, after the legislative elections, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev asked the government to resign. This is a normal process after elections. Many people thought Mamin would stay as Prime Minister. Former President Nursultan Nazarbayev also supported Mamin staying in his role. On 15 January, President Tokayev nominated Mamin again. This time, 78 out of 99 members of Parliament supported him. This was the first time since 2007 that a Prime Minister did not get full support. Some members of the opposition criticized him for how he handled the COVID-19 pandemic. Mamin thanked the deputies for their support. He promised to improve people's lives and incomes. He also aimed to attract more investments and create new jobs.
Key Actions as Prime Minister
On 24 June 2019, a large fire and explosion happened near the town of Arys. Three people died and 89 were hurt. Mamin visited the town to see the damage. He ordered that all repairs be finished by 1 August 2019. A lot of money was used to help restore the town.
By 2019, Kazakhstan's economy grew by 4.5%. This was more than expected. This growth was helped by construction, transport, trade, and communications. On 24 January 2020, Mamin set new goals for the economy. He aimed for 4.7 to 5% growth in 2020. He also wanted to create 430,000 new jobs. A big goal was to increase investments by 15% each year. The aim was to reach 30% of the country's total economic output by 2025.
Mamin resigned from his position in January 2022 during a time of public unrest in Kazakhstan.
Handling the COVID-19 Pandemic
When the COVID-19 virus started, Mamin took action on 26 January 2020. He ordered measures to stop the virus from spreading. These included checking people at borders and limiting travel from China. He also stopped the 72-hour visa-free stay for people from China. An important group was created to prevent the virus from spreading.
After the first COVID-19 case in Kazakhstan in March 2020, a state of emergency was declared. Mamin became the head of a special commission for this emergency. He told the government to increase health and safety measures. He also made sure pharmacies had enough medicines and protective gear.
On 17 April 2020, Mamin signed a rule that stopped the 30-day visa-free stay for citizens from 57 countries. This was to control who entered the country.
On 21 April 2020, Mamin said that lockdowns would only be eased if people followed strict health rules. When restrictions were lifted on 11 May 2020, about 4.2 million people in Kazakhstan had lost their jobs. Mamin instructed ministries to help people find new jobs.
After cases increased again in June 2020, new lockdowns were put in place. Mamin directed his team to find new ways to fight the virus. He also ordered more production of protective equipment in the country.
By 18 July 2020, the situation in the country had become more stable. Mamin ordered that each region should have enough medicines and medical supplies.
On 4 August 2020, with fewer cases, Mamin warned about a possible new wave of infections in the fall. He urged continued efforts to treat sick people and stop the virus. He also stressed the importance of people following health rules. On 13 August 2020, it was decided to slowly lift the lockdowns. Businesses could reopen with limited capacity. Many employees were still encouraged to work from home. Large events and entertainment places remained closed. In September 2020, Mamin extended some quarantine measures. This was because he was worried about a second wave of infections. He told local leaders to keep a close eye on the situation.
Foreign Policy
Mamin visited Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan in July 2019. He met with the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sooronbay Jeenbekov. They talked about trade and investment between their countries. In Bishkek, Mamin and the Kyrgyz Prime Minister discussed plans to improve trade. They signed several agreements. In Dushanbe, Mamin and the Tajik Prime Minister signed seven new agreements. They agreed to work together for the benefit of both countries.
At a meeting in Minsk on 17 July 2020, Mamin met with Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin. Mamin thanked Russia for its help during the COVID-19 fight. He said that Russian doctors had helped in Kazakhstan. He also said Kazakhstan was interested in buying the Sputnik V vaccine from Russia.
On 6 November 2020, Mamin suggested creating a system for trade within the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). This would help agricultural products move smoothly between countries. Decisions were made to work together on things like transporting radioactive materials, digital development, nuclear energy, and agriculture.
Personal Life
Asqar Mamin is married to Altynai Mamina. They have two children, a son named Daniyar (born in 1986) and a daughter named Dinara (born in 1991).
See also
In Spanish: Askar Mamin para niños
Images for kids
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Mamin in 2021
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Mamin with the President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow in 2016
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Mamin with the Prime Minister of Russia Mikhail Mishustin in 2021
