The well-being of Kazakh citizens, the
strengthening of sovereignty, and the enhancement of democratic institutions are
the key objectives of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s reforms being
implemented in Kazakhstan. The political transformations that have taken place
over the past three years have laid the foundation for sustainable development
and the formation of an effective public administration system, strengthening the
society and fostering new political traditions. The results of three years of
the Head of State’s reforms were summarized at the Kazakhstan Institute for
Strategic Studies (KazISS) in Astana. Representatives of government agencies, MPs,
heads of leading analytical centers, public figures, and experts took part in
the discussions. According to them, in 2022, the country launched a significant
program to recover illegally withdrawn assets, which is an important part of
the fight against corruption and the restoration of social justice. About 1.7
trillion tenge were returned to the state revenue. These funds are being used
for the construction of social facilities and addressing the consequences of
floods. They also noted that Kazakhstan has liberalized its party and electoral
legislation over these years. Two referendums were held, and the parliament has
changed. It now includes six parties, forming full-fledged factions.
«These reforms embody the very philosophy and
political will of the President. The reforms initiated were aimed at this goal
- to gradually ease the burden without exposing society to risks or stress. The
seven-year term, single tenure, and other constitutional aspects. A new formula
has emerged: a strong President, an influential Parliament, and an accountable Government,»
noted Aidos Sarym, member of the Mazhilis, the Lower House of the Kazakh
Parliament.
«The political reforms that have taken place,
first and foremost, have contributed to a certain liberalization of relations between
citizens and government agencies. They have also provided new platforms for
influencing political decision-making. The population supports the principles
and values that have been emphasized over the years, particularly those related
to law and order, justice, and the importance of labor. These ideas resonate
widely, as evidenced by the results of our sociological research,» said Zhanar
Sankhayeva, Head of the Political Research Department at the Kazakhstan
Institute for Strategic Studies under the President of the Republic of
Kazakhstan.
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