During the conversation, Leader of the Nation was briefed on the ongoing activity to strengthen the country's defense capability, increase  combat readiness of the Armed Forces’ units and formations.

In addition, Nursultan Nazarbayev was informed of large-scale exercises conducted over the past period and planned before the end of this year.

Special attention was paid to the results of work on reducing the number of senior positions and optimizing the ministry’s management structure.

The First President of Kazakhstan instructed to ensure the next year a high-quality military parade in the capital city on the 75th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War and the Day of Fatherland’s Defender.

At the same time, Nursultan Nazarbayev emphasized the importance of ensuring the quality work of the national defense industry in the interests of the Defense Ministry.

In turn, Nurlan Yermekbayev reported on actualizing the programs for developing and improving Kazakhstan’s army. So, according to the Minister of Defense, there is work on adopting modern models and systems of military equipment, and the system of comprehensive support for the Armed Forces is being improved, and measures are being taken for the safe storage of ammunition.