Good Governance in Focus at NU
The Graduate School of Public Policy (GSPP) at Nazarbayev University hosted its 9th International Conference, bringing together scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to explore the theme “Navigating the Complexity of Policymaking: Challenges and Opportunities.”
Commenting on the event, Associate Professor of GSPP Vladimir Kozlov noted:
“It’s not only about theoretical public policy. It’s also about expertise, about the results of policy, and the analysis of decision-making data. Overall, the conference has shaped up very well in terms of interesting topics and interdisciplinarity.”
This year’s conference featured in-depth discussions on key contemporary issues – including digitalisation and artificial intelligence, citizen engagement, sustainable development, public sector reforms, and social wellbeing. Participants have had the opportunity to join two interactive workshops designed to provide practical, hands-on insights into policymaking processes.
This year’s event has attracted 60 speakers, including co-authors, representing a diverse range of perspectives and expertise. Scholars and practitioners will join from Japan, Turkey, Russia, Germany, and other countries, making the conference an important international forum for exchange and collaboration on policy research and practice.
The sessions have examined real-world policy challenges such as tax reforms, the effectiveness of governance, corruption prevention, and the optimization of the state apparatus. Experts analyzed the reasoning behind policy decisions, their outcomes, and the methods that contribute to successful governance models. The discussions aimed to identify not only what works, but why -helping participants draw lessons from comparative experiences and success stories across different countries.
The annual GSPP International Conference serves as a platform for regional and international dialogue on evidence-based policymaking, reflecting NU’s commitment to advancing public policy research and education in Central Asia.
