Population Aging in Kazakhstan in the Context of Digital Transformation: political-legal and literature review

Abstract

The modern world is in continuous development, with new trends, processes, and challenges facing global communities. One such process is the ageing of the population. Currently, Kazakhstan stands at the threshold of changes in the age structure of society. Therefore, preventive measures can adjust the projected economic and social difficulties associated with the ageing process. It is evident that improving the quality of life for the elderly is a priority, and this involves enhancing medical and social care, as well as providing economic support for the elderly. However, a fulfilling life for the elderly is also impossible without their integration into the socio-political life of society, which is directly related to digitalization trends. Digital transformation is a global phenomenon and a reality of modern life. In Kazakhstan, obtaining medical, social, legal, financial, and other services is implemented through various electronic applications, such as damumed.kz, eGov.kz, kaspi.kz, and others, which is only a small part of the overall digitization process. Full integration of the third generation into the digital space can positively impact their quality of life, fostering more active participation in the social and political life of the state and contributing to their overall well-being. For systemic changes in this area, a comprehensive analysis of the existing policy and legal framework, categorical apparatus, the level of scientific interest in the issues, and the state initiatives regulating the situation of the elderly population in Kazakhstan is necessary. Thus, the goal of this article is to analyze the policy and legal framework of population ageing in the Republic of Kazakhstan in the context of the digital transformation of society.