On October 9, 2025, the first TALDAU Forum was held in Astana, organized by the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The event brought together leading thinkers, statesmen, business leaders, and researchers from Kazakhstan and around the world.

Representing the Institute of Philosophy, Political Science and Religious Studies (IPhPR) at the Forum was Rustem Mustafin, Head of the Center for Digital Social Sciences.

A highlight of the Forum was the participation of Daron Acemoglu, Professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), one of the world’s most cited economists and author of the influential book “Why Nations Fail.” His keynote lecture, “Why Nations Prosper: Lessons for Central Asia,” became the intellectual centerpiece of the day, setting the theoretical framework for discussions on the role of institutions, justice, and inclusivity in sustainable state development.

Among other distinguished participants were Maulen Ashimbayev, Speaker of the Senate of the Parliament of Kazakhstan; prominent businessman and philanthropist Timur Turlov; representatives of Meta, key government bodies, major think tanks, universities, media outlets, and experts leading breakthrough projects in the fields of artificial intelligence, digital law, and data governance.

The TALDAU Forum proved to be more than just a discussion platform — it emerged as an intellectual manifesto of a new era. At a time when knowledge, analytical capacity, and humanitarian understanding of digital processes have become key drivers of national development, the IPhPR continues to fulfill its mission.

✔️ The Institute contributes to shaping the humanistic and ethical foundations of the digital society. By exploring how technologies transform human nature, thinking, and social structures, the IPhPR seeks a deep understanding of these changes and scientific pathways to preserve fundamental humanistic values.