Day of the First President is observed in Kazakhstan on December 1. This holiday commemorates the day when Nursultan Nazarbaev won the first presidential elections in 1991, securing 91.5% of the vote. The idea for this celebration emerged in 2011, marking the tenth anniversary of Nazarbaev’s presidency, and it was officially recognized as a public holiday in 2013. Nazarbaev’s presidency is noted for implementing significant political, social, and economic reforms that positioned Kazakhstan as an attractive destination for foreign investment. The day serves to honor Nazarbaev as the father of the nation and reflects on the country’s rapid economic growth and its increasing importance on the international stage.