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23 August 2026

Kazakhstan parliamentary vote cements president's power

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Source reporting: Deutsche Welle English

Kazakhstan parliamentary vote cements president's power

Candidates from seven state-approved parties took part in the election, while opposition parties were banned. As Central Asia's largest nation, Kazakhstan maintains a delicate balance between Russia and the West.

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