Head of domestic policy department at Presidential Administration named

The Head of State, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, has signed the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan On the ratification of the Readmission Agreement between the Governments of Kazakhstan and France, Qazinform News Agency reports, citing Akorda.

As reported earlier, the document provides for the return of citizens to their country of nationality if they have violated conditions of stay, for example, through the loss of identity documents.

Kazakh citizens will be able to return from France in cases where competent authorities are notified of the loss of identity documents or illegal residence in that country, without the application of any sanctions. The French Ministry of the Interior will assist them in processing the necessary documents for their return home.

 

Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Romania, Erlik Ali, held a meeting with the Senator of the Romanian Parliament, Chairman of the "Kazakh-Romanian Interparliamentary Friendship Group", Cristian-Augustin Niculescu-Țâgârlaș, during which they discussed the provisions of the draft Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the progress of constitutional reform, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.

During the conversation, C. Niculescu-Țâgârlaș assessed the new draft Constitution and general constitutional reform as an important tool for modernizing state institutions. In his opinion, in the current context of political, economic, and technological changes, the basic law must respond to the new needs of society, and the reform must be aimed at strengthening the balance between the branches of power and increasing legal clarity.

According to C. Niculescu-Țâgârlaș, the main advantage of such a reform for Romania is to increase the efficiency of public administration and strengthen citizens' trust in the state.

The senator noted that clarifying constitutional norms will strengthen the independence of the judiciary, ensure the transparency of electoral processes, and protect fundamental rights and freedoms in accordance with modern requirements.

 

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev expressed condolences to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi over the numerous casualties caused by heavy snowfall in northern Japan, akorda.kz reports.

 

Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Greece, Timur Sultangozhin, held a meeting with Dora Bakoyannis, Chair of the Standing Committee on National Defence and Foreign Affairs of the Hellenic Parliament and Head of the Greek Delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.

During the meeting, the parties discussed the development of inter-parliamentary cooperation, interaction within the framework of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) and the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, as well as issues related to strengthening trade-economic and humanitarian ties, including in the context of the outcomes of the visit of the Kazakhstan-Greece Parliamentary Friendship Group delegation to Astana in June 2025.

Ambassador of Kazakhstan briefed his counterpart on the large-scale constitutional reforms underway in the country, aimed at forming a more efficient and transparent system of public administration. These reforms include the transition to a unicameral Parliament, the introduction of the institution of the Vice-President, as well as the consistent strengthening of the rule of law and the protection of fundamental citizens’ rights. It was noted that Kazakhstan attaches particular importance to the development of parliamentary diplomacy as an important instrument for enhancing mutual trust, mutual understanding and constructive dialogue with foreign partners.

For her part, D. Bakoyannis expressed interest in the transformations taking place in Kazakhstan and conveyed her willingness to continue the exchange of experience on issues of parliamentary activity and institutional reforms. She also emphasized the significant role of parliamentary structures in strengthening the principles of the rule of law, democracy and the protection of human rights across the Eurasian and European spaces.

In addition, the interlocutors underlined the considerable potential for expanding cooperation in priority areas, including trade and investment, transport and logistics, energy, green technologies, tourism and digitalization. The sides also separately discussed the role of the Greek diaspora in Kazakhstan as a "living bridge of friendship" between the two nations, noting its contribution to the country’s public, cultural and educational life.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties confirmed their intention to continue coordinating efforts at international parliamentary platforms, including PACE and the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, as well as to facilitate the organization of mutual visits and thematic events aimed at further developing political and humanitarian dialogue between Kazakhstan and Greece.

 

Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan Almat Aidarbekov, held a meeting with the Vice Chairman of the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova, Vlad Batrîncea. During the meeting, the sides engaged in a substantive exchange of views on key issues of bilateral cooperation, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.

The parties confirmed that Kazakh-Moldovan relations are developing in a constructive manner and expressed mutual interest in further deepening and strengthening interparliamentary cooperation.

Ambassador noted the importance of the opening of the Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in Astana, as well as the official visit of the Moldovan Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs M.Popșoi, to Kazakhstan in 2025.

Ambassador also presented the information on the ongoing political and economic transformations in Kazakhstan. In particular, attention was drawn to the initiative of the President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan, aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of parliamentary activity and developing representative institutions. Among the possible areas of institutional modernization under discussion is the optimization of the parliamentary model, including consideration of a unicameral format, for which a special commission has been established.

It was emphasized that one of the key elements of Kazakhstan’s large-scale constitutional reform has been the presentation of the first draft of the updated version of the country’s Constitution.

The Vice Speaker expressed support for the initiatives of President Tokayev, highlighting their importance for strengthening democratic institutions and enhancing the resilience of the public administration system.

Special attention during the meeting was devoted to Kazakhstan’s state policy and achievements in the development of AI and digital technologies. Ambassador Aidarbekov briefed on the measures being taken to establish a modern regulatory framework, develop digital infrastructure, train qualified personnel, and introduce AI-based solutions in public administration, the economy, and the social sphere.

Deputy Speaker Batrîncea underscored the Moldovan side’s interest in further developing bilateral cooperation. It was noted that Moldova is ready to consider opportunities to expand cooperation in areas such as agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and trade, as well as in other promising fields, including digitalization and IT.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the sides reaffirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening Kazakh-Moldovan cooperation and emphasized the importance of maintaining regular interparliamentary dialogue.

 

Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Spain, Danat Mussayev, held a briefing for representatives of leading Spanish media outlets, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.

During the event, key aspects of Kazakhstan’s domestic political and socio-economic development were discussed, as well as the country’s foreign policy priorities at the present stage.

Particular attention was paid to the constitutional reforms underway in Kazakhstan, including issues related to the formation of a renewed architecture of state power, the strengthening of the role of Parliament, the expansion of citizens’ democratic participation, and the enhancement of guarantees for human rights and freedoms.

The briefing also covered issues of Kazakhstan’s economic development, investment climate and economic diversification, the country’s role in ensuring Europe’s energy security, as well as the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (the "Middle Corridor").

Special emphasis was placed on Kazakhstan’s foreign policy stance, its commitment to international law, and its participation in international initiatives aimed at strengthening peace and sustainable development.

In addition, information was presented on the prospects for expanding Kazakh-Spanish economic and investment cooperation, including the presence of Spanish companies in Kazakhstan and opportunities for their participation in major international events held in the country.

 

Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Slovenia Altay Abibullayev held meetings with the Minister of Justice of Slovenia Andreja Kokalj and the Chair of the Foreign Policy Committee of the National Assembly of Slovenia Predrag Baković, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.

Ambassador elaborated on the key points of the statements made by the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev during the 5th meeting of the National Qurultai in Kyzylorda, highlighting the logic and objectives of the ongoing political and institutional transformations, as well as the country’s strategic course toward building a just and effective state. Special attention was given to the current work of the Constitutional Commission, the forthcoming transformation of the Parliament of Kazakhstan, the proposed amendments to the text of the Constitution, and the measures being undertaken to comprehensively reform the political system of the country.

The Slovenian Minister of Justice emphasized the uniqueness of the President’s political initiatives and expressed particular interest in the development of Kazakhstan’s judicial system, the reform of judicial proceedings, ensuring the independence of the judiciary, and strengthening public trust in the institutions of justice. Both sides underscored their mutual interest in expanding cooperation between the supreme courts of the two countries, including through exchanges of experience and expert practices, as well as in establishing interagency cooperation in combating corruption. The Slovenian Ministry of Justice expressed interest in signing agreements with Kazakhstan on readmission and on mutual legal assistance in criminal and civil matters.

Chair of the Foreign Policy Committee of the National Assembly of Slovenia Predrag Baković reaffirmed Slovenia’s commitment to further strengthening bilateral partnership, noting Kazakhstan’s status as a Middle Power and a guarantor of stability. He emphasized that Kazakhstan is Slovenia’s most important political and trade‑economic partner in Central Asia. The Slovenian parliamentarian showed particular interest in the constitutional reform, including the transition to a unicameral parliamentary model, interethnic harmony, the functions and tasks of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan, and the new institution of the Halyq Kenesi, being formed as a platform for nationwide dialogue and an important instrument of public diplomacy. The fundamental importance of such mechanisms for ensuring internal harmony in any country and interest in expert coverage of these processes in the Slovenian information space was stressed.

The Slovenian interlocutors supported the need to further strengthen cooperation in the field of pharmaceuticals, to establish practical transport and logistics interaction within the framework of the Middle Corridor, to ensure the protection of personal data in the process of implementing AI and digital technologies, and to liberalize the visa regime to expand cooperation in the tourism sector.

 

Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Spain, Danat Mussayev, held a meeting with the Director of the Centre for Political and Constitutional Studies, Rosario García, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.

During the meeting, the parties exchanged views on the current state and potential areas for further development of cooperation between Kazakhstan and Spain, with particular emphasis on expanding contacts in the legal field and at the level of expert and analytical institutions.

Ambassador noted that Kazakhstan is undergoing a period of large-scale political transformation and, in this context, briefed the interlocutors on the key aspects of the constitutional reform, including the main provisions of the draft new Constitution. It was emphasized that the draft Basic Law is aimed at strengthening statehood and enhancing the country’s institutional resilience in the long term.

The discussion also highlighted the importance of historical continuity, interethnic harmony, and social stability as key factors for the country’s steady and progressive development. The Spanish side positively received the approaches presented, noting their significance for the improvement of the legal system and the strengthening of institutional foundations.

Following the meeting, the interlocutors expressed mutual interest in continuing a substantive dialogue and agreed to further promote joint initiatives.