The head of the state held a meeting with academician Kenzhegali Sagadiev. Key aspects of the development of national science as well as the main directions of Kazakhstan's economic policy were discussed during the meeting. The head of the state stressed out that today the scientific community should give its assessment and offer solutions in the context of the current situation of global economy and geopolitics. - Today, no expert can predict the further development and ways out of the current situation. There are some opinions on contemporary situation in Europe, the United States, China, but no one can has a holistic vision. Moreover, today confrontation between some countries does not have a positive impact on the world trading system. The threat of terrorism requires special attention which can only be combated through joint actions. “Our scientific society should have a sound opinion about all these challenges”, said the President of Kazakhstan. K.Sagadiev mentioned that the scientists of the country understand the whole responsibility and serving the society during this difficult period is their professional duty. The academician also stressed that the nation's plan implemented today in Kazakhstan is a great historical opportunity which potential should be used in appropriate way. Active participation of both representatives of science and the entire public is needed. January 22, 2016 “ Khabar 24” TV