Current state and analysis of the demographic situation of the Republic of Kazakhstan

   This article examines the current demographic situation of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the context of the quality of human potential and the increase in the effi ciency of human resources.   Purpose of the research. This study aims to comprehensively analyse the current demographic situation in the Republic of Kazakhstan, highlight the country's leading trends and challenges, and off er recommendations for improving demographic policies and practices.   Methodology. The research methods are economic-statistical and correlation-regression analyses. The article also uses general methods of understanding reality: generalisations, comparisons, and descriptions.   Originality / value of the research. The authors analysed the statistical data of the population of Kazakhstan for the period from 2012 to 2023 in the context of structural changes and geographical conditions. Authors also conducted a comparative analysis of natural growth in individual countries and the Republic of Kazakhstan.   Findings. The critical factors of fertility and natural population growth have been identified. Attention is paid to the country's changing demographic profi le in connection with economic, social, and political transformations. A list of legal acts determining the country's demographic policy today is presented. Acorrelation and regression analysis of factors such as gdp per capita and the average amount of assigned state social benefi ts was carried out. The authors also present a diagram that forms the environment for family planning and population reproduction. This scheme consists of elements that determine the process of natural reproduction in the Republic of Kazakhstan. Conclusions and practical recommendations based on the study results are presented, and further directions for an in-depth study of this topic are outlined. The article also emphasises the need for an integrated approach to implementing demographic policy in the country.