Tokayev arrives in Pakistan for state visit
Images | Akorda
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan has arrived in Pakistan for a state visit, Qazinform News Agency cites Akorda.
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev received a fighter jet escort as his plane arrived Tuesday in Pakistan as part of his state visit to the country.
Earlier, Qazinform reported on February 3 to 4, the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev will pay a state visit to Pakistan. The visit of the Head of State is viewed as a step toward shifting bilateral relations into a project-oriented mode, with concrete routes, contracts, market access, logistics, and transit.
This information may not be reproduced without reference to Kazakhstan Today. Copyright of materials of News Agency Kazakhstan Today.
relevant news
Deputy outlined the key changes in the draft Constitution
Yelnur Beissenbayev, a Majilis deputy and Head of the Amanat Party faction, outlined the key changes in the draft Constitution, Qazinform News Agency reports.
At the 7th session of the Constitutional Commission, the deputy of the Parliament's Majilis noted that each commission member conducted a meticulous study of the draft Constitution, analyzing each provision and evaluating its significance for Kazakhstan's future before offering conscious support. This consensus, he added, is driven by the public's demand for justice, order, and stability.
Clause 1 of Article 2 clearly stipulates that Kazakhstan remains a presidential republic, where the Head of State ensures the coordinated functioning of all branches of government. Clause 1 of Article 43 specifies that the President is elected for a single seven-year term. This specific provision serves as a safeguard against the monopolization of power. Clause 5 of the same article states: "The provisions of Paragraph 1 of this article shall not be subject to amendment." This effectively puts an end to any discourse regarding "perpetual rule," the deputy emphasized.
Beissenbayev highlighted that particular attention is also due to the changes concerning the ban on the President's close relatives holding political or leadership positions. This fundamental policy is reflected in Clause 3 of Article 45
Kazakhstan is establishing clear rules. We made this decision initially at the 2022 referendum, and we are reconfirming it in the draft of the new Constitution, the MP stated.
This information may not be reproduced without reference to Kazakhstan Today. Copyright of materials of News Agency Kazakhstan Today.
Asset Irgaliyev named Advisor to Kazakh President
Images | primeminister.kz
The corresponding Decree was published by the Akorda press service, Qazinform News Agency reports.
By the Head of State's Decree, Asset Irgaliyev has been appointed Advisor to the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan and Chairman of the Agency for Strategic Planning and Reforms.
Asset Irgaliyev was born on June 18, 1986. Education: University of Nottingham, University of York,International Business School, Sweden, Kazakhstan Institute of Management, Economics, and Prognosis - KIMEP. Since February 2025: Chairman, Agency for Strategic Planning and Reforms of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
This information may not be reproduced without reference to Kazakhstan Today. Copyright of materials of News Agency Kazakhstan Today.
Education, science, culture, and innovation defined as key idea of Kazakhstan’s new Constitution
According to the draft new Constitution, Kazakhstan recognizes the development of human capital, education, science, and innovation as a strategic direction of state activity, Qazinform News Agency reports.
These areas are defined as essential for Kazakhstan’s future development.
In today’s rapidly changing world, where technology reshapes global paradigms, people become the main resource.
The emerging "knowledge economy" is becoming the driver of transformation worldwide.
By enshrining the course toward human capital development in the Constitution, Kazakhstan aims to position itself at the forefront of global progress.
The development of science gives a powerful boost to technological advancement, creates new markets, attracts investment, and raises overall prosperity.
Besides, it reflects the country’s commitment to invest in people, strengthen education, and continuously improve the quality of the nation.
The new Constitution also protects intellectual property rights, aligning with international legal practices.
Noteworthy, the focus on science and innovation reflects the nation’s readiness for positive change and a shift toward new values.
This information may not be reproduced without reference to Kazakhstan Today. Copyright of materials of News Agency Kazakhstan Today.
Final decision on new Constitution to be made by citizens at referendum - President
Images | Akorda
The Head of State was briefed on Friday on the results of the Constitutional Commission’s work, Qazinform News Agency has learned from the Akorda press service.
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev received Elvira Azimova, Chair of the Constitutional Commission and Chairperson of the Constitutional Court; Erlan Karin, Deputy Chair of the Constitutional Commission and State Counselor; and Yerzhan Zhienbayev, Member of the Constitutional Commission and Assistant to the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan on legal issues.
Elvira Azimova reported that, following deliberations during the Commission’s recent meetings, a conceptually new text of the Constitution has been developed.
The Commission members noted that the content of the new preamble and numerous articles and sections entail a significant modernization of the entire constitutional model, enhancing political and social institutions, and strengthening mechanisms for protecting citizens' rights and freedoms. In this regard, the Commission members expressed the view that this draft should be considered a draft of a new Constitution and proposed its publication for nationwide discussion. For its part, the Constitutional Commission will continue its work on the draft of the new Supreme Law.
As President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted, the Constitutional Commission has completed a large-scale undertaking.
The Head of State highlighted the importance of nationwide public engagement in reviewing the draft of the new Constitution.
This information may not be reproduced without reference to Kazakhstan Today. Copyright of materials of News Agency Kazakhstan Today.
Kazakhstan to release draft of new Constitution for public debate
Kazakhstan plans to publish the draft of the new version of the Constitution in Egemen Kazakhstan and Kazakhstanskaya Pravda newspapers, as well as the official website of the Constitutional Court for public debate, Elvira Azimova, Chair of the Constitutional Court and Commission, announced on Friday, Qazinform News Agency correspondent reports.
Azimova said the new Constitution preserves the fundamental basis of statehood, including the immutability of the unitary state system, inviolability of territorial integrity, equality before the law. These concepts will be enriched with new content and modern guarantees, she added.
The Constitutional Commission chair stressed that the issue is not the volume of legal amendments, but their substantive content.
The new Constitution is based on a human-centered model of the state, in which the individual, their rights, freedoms, and dignity are recognized as the highest value and the main guideline of state policy. It also reflects principles deeply rooted in the people’s traditional values, historical experience, and notions of justice, responsibility, and social solidarity. The development of effective social and political institutions, accountability of government, and the strengthening of mechanisms to protect the rights and freedoms of every citizen are envisaged, she noted.
According to Azimova, this draft of the Basic Law should essentially be regarded not as a package of amendments, but as a new Constitution.
This information may not be reproduced without reference to Kazakhstan Today. Copyright of materials of News Agency Kazakhstan Today.