On October 29-30, the XIII International Congress "Library as a Cultural Phenomenon" is taking place in Minsk. During the event, the National Academic Library of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the National Library of Belarus signed a memorandum of strategic cooperation.
The document provides for the exchange of book and information resources, joint exhibitions and projects, and professional exchanges between specialists.
Kumis Seitova, Director of the National Academic Library, also presented a paper at the plenary session titled "The Role of Libraries in Developing a Culture of Reading and Shaping a Reading Nation: The Experience of Kazakhstan."
The presentation focused on the modernization of library infrastructure, support for domestic literature, and initiatives to promote reading. The results of research on reading behavior, engaging the population in regular reading, and the digital transformation of libraries were also discussed.
In conclusion, the parties confirmed their commitment to strengthening their partnership and implementing joint initiatives within the framework of the memorandum.