On September 17th, Kazakhstan President's term of office is seven years, and the constitutional amendment has been signed and approved by Tokayev President.
Does the decision fit the changing political structure of Kazakhstan? What are the risks and signals? Is it positive? What do Kazakh experts think about this decision?
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Torgena Umbetaliyeva, associate doctor of political science, director of the Central Asian Democracy Development Fund:
Regarding the issue of the presidential term, I do not want to draw on international experience, because in my opinion , the national conditions are different, and the reference is not meaningful. Kazakhstan has formulated this bill according to its own characteristics, but it is hard to say how the seven-year presidential term will work, because it is the first time for us.
There is no doubt that this is a serious, meaningful and very important phase in Kazakhstan's life: we look forward to real reforms. The voices of reform come one after another, but there is no unified strategy for how to proceed, and it may take time.
Political Scientist Danyar Asimbayev:
One term, very interesting. Fundamentally changed the political structure of government. Of course, if you can seize the moment. The next president may want to change that, but that's a question of the future, and it's hard to predict. Although historical experience is very convincing.
It is worth noting that Tokayev has repeatedly stated that he does not intend to be re-elected. In fact, the president's seven-year term has plenty of time to test the effectiveness of policies.
Kazakhstan Institute of Strategic Studies chief expert Alisher Tasjanov:
Israel and Armenia are both for one term. Each country has its own deadline. If it is held every four years as in the United States, it means that these four years are enough to implement reforms, and this model is successful. Every country has its own model.
What do the Kazakh people expect from a 7-year presidential term?
What do the Kazakh people expect from these 7 years? Respondents in the street interview said that seven years is enough time to fulfill the promise of the head of state and make the country a better place.
Respondent 1:
The country must change, I will vote. Tokayev feels capable and level. He understood the situation very well. He made the right choice in leading the country. Sincere work, sincere service. Slowly it has begun to change, and 7 years is enough to make everything better. The next successor can continue.
Interviewee two:
I hope we can live in a country that is promising for young people, where everyone can have the opportunity to prove themselves, get a decent education, and have a career. The President said a lot of positive messages in his speech. It will take time, and we believe it can be realized. A lot can be achieved in 7 years. Everything can be achieved with good planning. There should be no monopoly of power. Tokayev is a very good leader.
Interviewee 3:
would like to see Kazakhstan become a developed country. Our children grow up well here, have a bright future, have the right to choose and freedom of speech. I will go to vote. I think in 7 years, what he promised will be fulfilled. Tokayev is a politician. He is an honest man.
Interviewee 4:
The presidential election is ahead of schedule, and I will definitely vote for Tokayev. He implemented all the reforms, and a seven-year term was enough. He feels like a solid politician. he knows asHow to talk to the people and find a common language.
Interviewee five:
7 years, it is possible to fulfill his promise. We can make progress and Kazakhstan will become a prosperous country. I will definitely vote for Tokayev, he is my president and he will not let us down.
Source: caravan.kz, khabar.kz
Compilation: An Ran
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