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Kassym-Jomart Tokayev

The Old Politics of New Kazakhstan

The Old Politics of New Kazakhstan

By Luca Anceschi
Despite two era-defining moments occurring in the five years since Nazarbayev’s resignation, continuity is the main feature of governance in Kazakhstan.

Can Kazakhstan Stay the Course on Economic Reform?

Can Kazakhstan Stay the Course on Economic Reform?

By Bryn Windsor
As Astana moves from crisis management to long-term planning mode, the challenge will be whether the government can stick to its economic reform plans. 
Kazakhstan Appoints a New Government

Kazakhstan Appoints a New Government

By Paolo Sorbello
It’s a timid reshuffling that is unlikely to shake things up.

The Tokayev Interview and Nazarbayev’s Long Shadow

The Tokayev Interview and Nazarbayev’s Long Shadow

By Catherine Putz
Kazakh President Tokayev says he “openly told Nursultan Abishuly Nazarbayev that the political arrogance of his close associates almost destroyed the country.” 

Long Prison Term for Aspirational Kazakh Opposition Leader

Long Prison Term for Aspirational Kazakh Opposition Leader

By Catherine Putz
Nurzhan Altaev was given a 10-year sentence earlier this month, and another opposition leader, Marat Zhylanbaev, is expected to see a similar sentence soon.

Putin Heads to Kazakhstan, With Strategic Ties and Trade on the Agenda

Putin Heads to Kazakhstan, With Strategic Ties and Trade on the Agenda

By Catherine Putz
One elephant in the room, of course, will be the subject of sanctions evasion. 

Pair of Trials Put Behind Closed Doors in Kazakhstan

Pair of Trials Put Behind Closed Doors in Kazakhstan

By Catherine Putz
Two different trials, of two separate unregistered political party leaders, were both placed behind closed doors this week. 
Mine Fire in Kazakhstan Kills 46, Accelerates Nationalization Talks

Mine Fire in Kazakhstan Kills 46, Accelerates Nationalization Talks

By Catherine Putz
After years of safety problems, ArcelorMittal confirms its in talks to transfer ownership to Kazakhstan. But a change of ownership won’t necessarily make mining any safer. 

Who Is Responsible for the Fires in Kazakhstan?

Who Is Responsible for the Fires in Kazakhstan?

By Colleen Wood
Patterns in criticism of government officials reveal how President Tokayev views the chain of responsibility for the fires, but the broader public may disagree.

Wildfire in Kazakhstan Sparks Corruption Complaints

Wildfire in Kazakhstan Sparks Corruption Complaints

By Catherine Putz
Clearing out entrenched corruption – abetted by an autocratic system in which the roads that are paved are those the president walks on – is a monumental task. 

Kazakhstan Keeps Discussion of Political Repression Firmly in the Past

Kazakhstan Keeps Discussion of Political Repression Firmly in the Past

By Catherine Putz
Kazakh President Tokayev said in tweet that it was the “duty” of all to “learn the terrible lessons of the past and do everything possible so that such events do not happen again in the future.” What about the present?
Karim Massimov, Former Kazakh Intelligence Chief, Sentenced to 18 Years on Treason, Coup Charges

Karim Massimov, Former Kazakh Intelligence Chief, Sentenced to 18 Years on Treason, Coup Charges

By Catherine Putz
Massimov’s supporters say the case against him was politically motivated, an incident of clear scapegoating.

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