Draft Constitution May Dissolve Parliament Starting July 1, 2026

According to the final draft of the new Constitution, the bicameral Parliament may step down as early as July 2026,  Orda.kz reports.

Yesterday, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev signed a decree to hold a nationwide referendum on adopting the new Constitution. Citizens will vote on March 15, 2026.

It should be noted that the draft Constitution proposes several key changes: protection of citizens’ digital rights, enshrining the secular nature of the state and education, introducing the position of vice president, and creating a platform for nationwide dialogue, «Kazakhstan Halyk Kenesi».

One of the main changes is the abolition of the bicameral Parliament and the transition to a unicameral Kurultai. It will consist of 145 deputies elected for a five-year term.

Here is the draft of the new Constitution.