The amendments to the draft Constitution should be considered in a comprehensive manner - the final version of the document differs from the preliminary draft in several key provisions. This was reported by DW, one of Germany’s major media outlets, which actively covers international affairs and political developments.
According to the publication, the changes go beyond minor adjustments and amount to a large-scale update of the country’s political architecture, DKNews.kz reports.
Language Policy: A Wording That Sparked Debate
In the section on language policy, the state status of the Kazakh language has been reaffirmed. However, the wording regarding the Russian language has been modified: the word “on equal terms” was replaced with “alongside.”
DW emphasizes that discussion around this provision became one of the most contentious issues during the public debate. Although the change may appear technical, it generated significant public attention and differing interpretations.
Strengthening the Human Rights Framework
The revised text places universal human rights at the forefront. For the first time, it explicitly enshrines the right to compensation for harm caused by unlawful actions of state bodies or officials.
According to DW, this provision strengthens state accountability and expands legal protection mechanisms for citizens.
Astana, the Tenge, and Property Guarantees
Among other changes highlighted by the publication:
- the status of the capital, Astana, will be закрепed through a separate constitutional law
- the national currency - the tenge - is formally defined as an element of monetary sovereignty
- guarantees are provided for the protection of all forms of property
DW notes that these provisions underscore institutional stability and economic sovereignty.
A New Parliament and Adjusted Balance of Power
The draft предусматриes a transition to a new unicameral parliament - the Kurultai. In addition, the balance of powers between the president and parliament has been adjusted, including a more flexible dissolution mechanism.
DW interprets the reform as a large-scale modernization of the country’s political framework, stating that the combined amendments shape a new configuration of the state system.
Overall, the final version of the Constitution differs from the preliminary draft across several fundamental areas, making the reform one of the most significant institutional transformations in recent years.
