A briefing on the outcomes of the Constitutional Reform Commission’s work was held in Astana for representatives of the diplomatic corps, international organizations and legal experts, DKNews.kz reports.
The meeting gathered around 80 participants, including ambassadors, international institutions and foreign policy specialists accredited in Kazakhstan.
The event was organized at the initiative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Who took part in the briefing
The presentation involved key figures directly responsible for preparing the draft Constitution.
Among them were:
- Chairperson of the Commission and Head of the Constitutional Court Elvira Azimova.
- Minister of Justice Yerlan Sarsembayev.
- Deputy Chairperson of the Constitutional Court Bakyt Nurmukhanov.
- Human Rights Commissioner Artur Lastayev.
- Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Arman Issetov.
- Chairperson of the Republican Bar Association Madi Myrzagarayev.
During the meeting, Commission members explained the main innovations of the constitutional reform initiated by the President of Kazakhstan.
Core principles remain unchanged
Officials emphasized that the fundamental foundations of the state will remain intact under the new Constitution.
“The sovereignty, independence, unitary character and territorial integrity of the Republic of Kazakhstan remain unchanged in the draft Constitution.”
Elvira Azimova also highlighted the importance of public participation in the reform process.
“Amendments to the Constitution will be introduced exclusively following a nationwide referendum. The republican referendum on 15 March 2026 will be a day of responsible choice for the people of Kazakhstan regarding the country’s future path of development.”
New model of governance proposed
The draft Constitution introduces significant structural changes aimed at balancing public authority.
Key proposed innovations include:
- Transition to a unicameral Kurultai.
- Creation of the Halyk Kenesi as a representative body of citizens.
- Granting the Halyk Kenesi the right of legislative initiative.
Details of the formation and operation of this new institution will be defined in a separate constitutional law.
Experts say the model is designed to strengthen accountability and expand public participation in governance.
Foreign policy principles reaffirmed
During the briefing, particular attention was paid to legal provisions concerning Kazakhstan’s foreign policy.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Arman Issetov stressed continuity in international commitments.
“The constitutional innovations comprehensively reflect our state’s commitment to the fundamental principles of international law and to national priorities under current conditions of transition to a new stage of development.”
He also noted that Kazakhstan’s international cooperation model remains grounded in:
- The principles of the UN Charter.
- Good-faith fulfillment of international obligations.
- Mandatory implementation of international treaties within the national legal system.
Diplomatic community notes transparency
Following the meeting, representatives of diplomatic missions and international organizations positively assessed the openness of the constitutional reform process.
Observers highlighted the transparent approach and active engagement of international partners as key elements of Kazakhstan’s reform agenda.
