Kazakhstan is ramping up efforts to improve accessibility and care for people with disabilities, with plans to build seven new rehabilitation centers across the country.

Speaking at a government meeting in Astana, Labor and Social Protection Minister Askarbek Yertayev said the initiative is part of a broader national strategy focused on inclusion, equal opportunities, and removing social barriers, The Caspian Post reports via Kazakh media.

The country’s inclusive policy concept, which runs through 2030, is already being rolled out nationwide. It shifts the focus toward modern social and legal frameworks designed to better integrate people with disabilities into everyday life.

Kazakhstan has also taken steps on the international stage, ratifying the Marrakesh Treaty to expand access to published works for people who are blind or visually impaired.

On the domestic front, new regulations have been introduced to improve daily support services. These include expanded access to personal assistants, the development of invataxi services through the Social Services Portal, and improved access to information.

According to official data, around 752,000 people in Kazakhstan - or 3.7% of the population - are living with disabilities, highlighting the importance of continued investment in inclusive infrastructure and services.