Editor❜s Note
Gender balance
"No offense to men, but women are generally more attentive to work, approach tasks more meticulously, and are less prone to corruption. The statistics from the Anti-Corruption Agency indicate that women behave more responsibly."
These were the words of the country's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on February 20th at the Presidential Youth Personnel Reserve Forum. The head of state emphasized that the country is building "a fair state and an inclusive society," hence the importance of ensuring gender balance in public service.
Gender balance is crucial in public service and all areas of our lives, including traditionally "male" sectors like oil and gas and energy. That's why we dedicate the first issue of 2024 to women's leadership in energy. Women from the industry, external experts, and researchers share their opinions, conclusions, and questions on the journal's pages, seeking answers together.
This is just the beginning of a larger dialogue to which I invite our readers.
Sincerely,
Oleg Chervinskiy, Publisher