{"id":61878,"date":"2026-03-31T20:01:05","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T20:01:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/?p=61878"},"modified":"2026-03-31T20:01:05","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T20:01:05","slug":"new-constitution-for-just-strong-prosperous-kazakhstan-by-kassym-jomart-tokayev","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/new-constitution-for-just-strong-prosperous-kazakhstan-by-kassym-jomart-tokayev\/","title":{"rendered":"New Constitution for Just, Strong, Prosperous Kazakhstan &#8211; by Kassym Jomart Tokayev"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4 id=\"h-kazakhstan-s-recent-constitutional-referendum-underscores-the-country-s-commitment-to-national-development\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong><em><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-61880\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/New-Constitution-Kazakhstan.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"332\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/New-Constitution-Kazakhstan.jpg 500w, https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/New-Constitution-Kazakhstan-300x199.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/>Kazakhstan\u2019s recent constitutional referendum underscores the country\u2019s commitment to national development<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>By &#8211; Kassym-Jomart Tokayev : President of the Republic of Kazakhstan.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Kazakhstan\u00a0is entering one of the most pivotal moments of its political transformation, a development that has not yet occurred in 35 years of independence. The recent referendum\u2014the third consecutive nationwide vote\u2014has shown the growing maturity of our political system and the readiness of our citizens to get directly involved in shaping the country\u2019s future.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>With a\u00a0record turnout\u00a0of 73.12 percent, and 87.15 percent voting in favor, the referendum evidently reflected the strong public support for constitutional renewal.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our citizens approved the new\u00a0Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan\u00a0that reflects the true aspirations of the Kazakh people to live in a just and fair country based on the principles of law and order, unwavering respect for and protection of basic human rights and freedoms, a modernized society, and a strong commitment to promote education, science, technology, culture, ecology, volunteerism and patriotism. It is important that Kazakhstan was proclaimed as a secular state.<\/p>\n<p>At the same time, it is a huge step forward to meet the expectations of the younger generations to come. That\u2019s why I am confident that the new Constitution will serve as a \u201croad map\u201d for many years ahead for our young people.<\/p>\n<p>This constitution was prepared carefully and with utmost diligence. I personally worked on every word of the text. The Constitutional Commission, with an unprecedented representation of 129 citizens of Kazakhstan, scrutinized every detail, reviewed some 12,000 proposals by various experts and civil society organizations, and oversaw six months of public discussions.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"LQeQN8nLHi\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/factsheet-on-the-draft-new-constitution-of-the-republic-of-kazakhstan-overview\/\">Factsheet on the Draft New Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan | Overview<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Factsheet on the Draft New Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan | Overview&#8221; &#8212; Pakistan In the World\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/factsheet-on-the-draft-new-constitution-of-the-republic-of-kazakhstan-overview\/embed\/#?secret=rVqHKzwmPW#?secret=LQeQN8nLHi\" data-secret=\"LQeQN8nLHi\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>The new constitution creates a solid foundation and further reinforces our\u00a0strategic vision\u00a0of \u201cStrong President, Influential Parliament and Accountable Government.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The abolition of the presidential quota strengthens the independence of the legislative branch. Switching to a single-chamber parliament (the\u00a0<em>Kurultai<\/em>) will enable law-making with greater speed and accountability. A new consultative People\u2019s Council (the\u00a0<em>Khalyk Kenesi<\/em>) will widen public participation and dialogue.<\/p>\n<p>Institutional reforms under the new constitutional framework also strengthen governance development and ensure regular leadership renewal. Their practical outcomes include the introduction of a vice president position, reflecting the maturity of our governance system and the establishment of term limits for key state officials.<\/p>\n<p>The new constitution is about people, not just a better government. For the first time, the largest section of the Basic Law is dedicated to the protection of\u00a0human rights\u00a0and freedoms. The document provides strong guarantees for privacy, personal data, and the inviolability of housing.<\/p>\n<p>It also strengthens judicial independence so that every citizen has access to a qualified and independent legal defense. Finally, it requires that future amendments be approved by national referendum so that fundamental decisions remain in the hands of the people.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond this, the new constitution provides a strategic framework for the country\u2019s development, promotes stability, and enhances its global competitiveness. For example, the constitution reinforces property rights, protects intellectual property, and sets clear rules for economic activity. It also introduces special legal regimes for rapidly developing regions to galvanize innovation and industrial growth.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"a8N8pM24y1\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/pakistan-congratulates-kazakhstan-on-successful-constitutional-referendum\/\">Pakistan congratulates Kazakhstan on successful constitutional referendum<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Pakistan congratulates Kazakhstan on successful constitutional referendum&#8221; &#8212; Pakistan In the World\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/pakistan-congratulates-kazakhstan-on-successful-constitutional-referendum\/embed\/#?secret=kOHuCYKZhb#?secret=a8N8pM24y1\" data-secret=\"a8N8pM24y1\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Kazakhstan is already the leading destination for<strong> foreign direct investment (FDI)<\/strong> in\u00a0Central Asia, attracting nearly\u00a070 percent\u00a0of the region\u2019s FDI. And yet, there is much to do. These reforms were needed to accelerate Kazakhstan\u2019s transition toward a fully digital state and innovation-driven economy.<\/p>\n<p>They also signal to our international investors and partners a constitution-deep, long-term commitment to business, innovation, and partnership.<\/p>\n<p>Three decades on, despite global upheavals, our country is thriving: a top-50 world economy, a top-30 in digital government, a country rich in oil and gas, as well as renewables, critical minerals, and agricultural products. We are a\u00a0space-faring\u00a0nation that has chaired the OSCE and served on the\u00a0UN Security Council.<\/p>\n<p>Today, the country is opening <strong>new trade routes along the\u00a0Middle Corridor<\/strong>, working more closely than ever with our Central Asian neighbors, embracing emerging technologies, and using the region\u2019s\u00a0newest supercomputer\u00a0to develop our own Kazakh large language models.<\/p>\n<p>It is also home to a young, increasingly educated population that has produced a vibrant workforce of noted artists and performers and even recent Olympic gold medals in\u00a0skating\u00a0and\u00a0judo.<\/p>\n<p>If the 1995 constitution was about independence and survival, then the 2026 constitution is about maturity, renewal, and betting big on the future. From now on, we will mark March 15\u2014the day when our nation made a historic choice\u2014as Constitution Day of Kazakhstan.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>In this pivotal moment, we are laying the groundwork for a stronger nation, one that honors its history while advancing justice, technological progress, economic openness, and responsible global partnership.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"FxP2phCgmC\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/pakistan-in-the-world-dec-2025\/\">Pakistan in the World &#8211; Dec 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Pakistan in the World &#8211; Dec 2025&#8221; &#8212; Pakistan In the World\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/pakistan-in-the-world-dec-2025\/embed\/#?secret=gJmGWHJhdl#?secret=FxP2phCgmC\" data-secret=\"FxP2phCgmC\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kazakhstan\u2019s recent constitutional referendum underscores the country\u2019s commitment to national development By &#8211; Kassym-Jomart Tokayev : President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Kazakhstan\u00a0is entering one of the most pivotal moments of its political transformation, a development that has not yet occurred in 35 years of independence. The recent referendum\u2014the third consecutive nationwide vote\u2014has shown the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":61880,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[93],"tags":[721,1591,1590,47,1565,58,2373],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/61878"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=61878"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/61878\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":61884,"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/61878\/revisions\/61884"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/61880"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=61878"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=61878"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=61878"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}