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Kazakhstan’s Political Reforms and the Changing Geopolitical Environment

Kazakhstan is undergoing political and economic reforms in an environment of unprecedented security, diplomatic, and economic challenges stemming from Russia’s war against Ukraine. As the war has disrupted supply chains, energy transportation, and trade networks, Kazakhstan is expanding diplomatic and economic relations with the United States and Europe to strengthen its international standing and attract new investments. At the same time, regional integration and cooperation with the Caucasus states and Turkey have reached unprecedented levels in efforts to diversify trade corridors. After the domestic unrest in January 2022, Kazakhstan has undertaken political reforms through constitutional and legislative changes seeking to transform the national political system from a “super-presidential” structure to a presidential republic in which parliament and civil society have enhanced policy-making influence. The newly-elected Mazhilis consists of six political parties, marking a significant difference from previous parliaments that were entirely dominated by the ruling party. In November 2022, voters elected the first president with a single, seven-year mandate. Will Kazakhstan be able to manage the challenges presented largely by external developments and successfully complete the planned internal reforms? The Jamestown Foundation was proud to present the in-person event on “Kazakhstan’s Political Reforms and the Changing Geopolitical Environment” on Tuesday, April 18 at 12:00 PM EDT, where Jamestown hosted several leading experts to examine the prospects for Kazakhstan in 2023 and beyond.