Vice President, Prime Minister appointed in Kazakhstan

Vice President, Prime Minister appointed in Kazakhstan

A new position has been introduced in Kazakhstan’s political system. At the Kurultai meeting, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev agreed with the deputies on a candidate for the position of Vice President of the country in accordance with Article 46 of the Constitution. The Head of State nominated Erlan Karin for the post.

«He has worked in public administration for many years, possesses broad knowledge and extensive experience, and is a true patriot. He has been directly involved in implementing large-scale reforms and has a clear vision of the state’s long-term strategy and prospects for socio-economic development,» President Tokayev said.

Also, taking into account the views of the leaders of the political party factions in the Kurultai, President Tokayev proposed Olzhas Bektenov for the position of Prime Minister.

«He is a statesman, a highly competent specialist, and a true professional. He approaches his work with a strong sense of responsibility. He previously served effectively as head of the Government. As you know, our country now faces major tasks. I spoke about them in detail at the first session of the Kurultai. Today, Kazakhstan has effectively become one large construction site, with various infrastructure projects underway. At the same time, much remains to be done,» President Tokayev noted.

Following the vote, the deputies approved Erlan Karin for the position of Vice President and Olzhas Bektenov for the post of Prime Minister by a majority of votes. The Head of State thanked the Kurultai deputies for supporting the candidates he had put forward.