Kazakhstan parliament convenes first session under new constitution as government resigns

Kazakhstan’s newly elected unicameral parliament convened for its inaugural session on Tuesday, marking the first legislative gathering under the country’s revamped constitution. The constitutional overhaul, approved by referendum last year, replaces the previous bicameral system with a single-chamber parliament and introduces a range of changes to the balance of power among the executive, legislative, and judicial branches.

In accordance with the new constitutional provisions, the incumbent government resigned following the parliament’s opening, triggering the formation of a fresh cabinet. Authorities have indicated that the appointment process will adhere to the revised legal framework, with the president expected to nominate a prime minister who will then seek confidence from the newly seated lawmakers. The transition is being closely watched as Kazakhstan implements its broader political reforms aimed at enhancing parliamentary oversight and diversifying governance.