Governing the Future: Where AI & Education Collide with Sayasat Nurbek

In this insightful interview, Sayasat Nurbek, the Minister of Science and Higher Education of Kazakhstan, discusses the challenges and opportunities in aligning education with the labor market, the role of digital platforms in transforming education, and Kazakhstan’s ambition to become an academic hub. They emphasize the importance of AI literacy and the need for fast decision-making in government to keep pace with technological advancements.

By Aldo de Pape // Edited by Jonny Seymour // February 27, 2026 @ 11:40 AM Make

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Education systems must align with labor market needs.
Digital platforms can transform conservative education systems.
Kazakhstan aims to be an academic hub for Eurasia.
AI literacy is crucial from elementary school.
Fast decision-making is key in government.
Entrepreneurial backgrounds benefit policymakers.
AI should be embraced with certain regulations.
Kazakhstan’s education reforms include international standards.
Academic tourism boosts local economies.
AI can enhance productivity if used properly.

Aldo de Pape

Aldo de Pape is a British-Belgian entrepreneur, author, and host of Pulse by AlphaWire. As CEO of Genomes.io and founder of TeachPitch, he explores how AI, science, and innovation are transforming society. Recognised by Forbes as one of the 13 digital leaders driving education forward, Aldo regularly interviews pioneers shaping the future of science and education.