Politics of Kazakhstan
political system of Kazakhstan
The politics of Kazakhstan takes place in the framework of a semi-presidential republic, whereby the President of Kazakhstan is head of state and nominates the head of government. Executive power is exercised by the government. Legislative power is vested in both the government and the unicameral Kurultai.
Kazakhstan's independent history has been heavily shaped by Nursultan Nazarbayev, who ruled Kazakhstan from 1991 to 2019. His authoritarian regime was characterized by significant human rights abuses, nepotism, and systemic corruption. Elections and constitutional referendums were held, but they were not free and fair.
Executive branch
The president is elected by popular vote for a unrenewable seven-year term. He may appoint the vice president, who fulfills the role of acting President of Kazakhstan in the absence of the president. The prime minister and first deputy prime minister are appointed by the president as well. The Council of Ministers is also appointed by the president.
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