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Kazakhstan’s Power Shift After Election | Texas News
Kazakhstan’s parliamentary election delivered a landslide victory for the pro-government Adilet Party, securing 71% of the vote and cementing President Tokayev’s grip on power amid sweeping constitutional changes. With turnout at 74%, the government deployed creative tactics like parachutes and hot air balloons to boost participation. The new single-chamber Kurultai replaces the old legislature, enabling faster decision-making — but critics note the lack of real opposition and a troubling crackdown on press freedom. As Tokayev seeks to extend his rule past 2029, he walks a tightrope between…
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