Kassym-Jomart Tokayev

Built World

In office since 2019

The presidents of Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan switched on a 380-kilometer fiber-optic cable along the Caspian seabed on October 15. The line, with capacity above 400 terabits per second, links Sumgayit in Azerbaijan to Aktau in Kazakhstan.

Updated 7 days ago

Money Moves

Said on October 23 that GDP is approaching $350 billion and proposed higher taxes on the wealthy on October 28

Kazakhstan's economy grew 4.2% in the first nine months of 2026 while oil output fell 8.3%. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev told a Republic Day ceremony on October 23 that GDP is approaching $350 billion and output per person has passed $15,000, roughly 30% higher than in 2019.

Updated Oct 30

Rule Changes

As of May 2026: Consolidating power through constitutional overhaul

Voters in Kazakhstan approved a new constitution on March 15, 2026, replacing the 1995 document. The Central Referendum Commission reported 89% approval and 73% turnout on March 16, above the required 50% threshold; Almaty saw just 32–33%.

Updated May 30