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Tokayev’s Power Play in Kazakhstan | Charlotte News
Kazakhstan’s parliamentary election marks a pivotal moment as President Tokayev solidifies his grip on power, with his party dominating under a new single-chamber system that also resets his term limits. Amid economic strain and public frustration over inflation and taxes, the move is seen as a preemptive strike against unrest reminiscent of 2022. But behind the scenes, a chilling crackdown on media freedom is unfolding — journalists face criminal charges for reporting, raising alarms about silenced dissent. As Tokayev calls it a “historic” vote, the nation braces for a future where political…
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