International observers are closely monitoring the organization of the electoral process, the preparedness of election commissions and conditions at polling stations. Since polls opened, representatives of the CIS Observer Mission have been working in Astana and 14 other regions across the country. In the capital, they visited polling station No. 30 to observe the work of the precinct election commission and the voting process. Head of the CIS Observer Mission Igor Petrishenko shared his observations, noting voter activity across different age groups.
«All the aspects that we, as international observers, monitor and pay attention to have been fully observed, in strict accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan. It is particularly encouraging to see both older people and, most importantly, young people coming to the polling stations. We can see a high level of voter engagement. This shows that people are invested in making life in Kazakhstan more comfortable and prosperous and in seeing the country continue to develop as a democratic, law-based, social, and just state,» noted Igor Petrishenko, Head of the CIS Observer Mission.
517 polling stations operating in Astana
More than one million citizens are registered to vote in the capital. A total of 517 polling stations have been open since 7 a.m. They are equipped to accommodate all voters, including people with special needs, with handrails, tactile guidance systems and special voting booths featuring assistive technology for voters with hearing and visual impairments. Despite the rainy weather, Astana residents are actively casting their ballots, with many coming to vote as families. Voters say taking part in the elections is their civic duty.
«I always vote. Of course, I always come. You always want to believe in the best. After all, Kazakhstan is recognized around the world. I believe everything will be fine for us. I believe in the prosperity of Kazakhstan and its people,» shared Aliya Atabekova, a resident of Astana.
«The fact that it’s raining today may actually be a
good sign. I think everything will
be fine in Kazakhstan. The most important thing is that we have peace, harmony,
and friendship,» said Aigul Makhambetova, a resident of Astana.
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