Kazakh President receives congratulations on successful referendum

Kazakh President receives congratulations on successful referendum

President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held a telephone conversation with President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov who congratulated the Head of State on the successful conduct of the nationwide referendum, noting the broad support for the country’s modernization course. In response, President Tokayev expressed his gratitude for the support and the participation of observers from the Kyrgyz Republic, emphasizing that the constitutional reforms are aimed at improving the efficiency of public administration and the welfare of citizens. The parties also discussed further strengthening bilateral cooperation and current issues on the international agenda. Meanwhile, congratulations to the Head of State on the occasion of the nationwide referendum continue to come from other world leaders. Russian President Vladimir Putin noted that the constitutional reforms will contribute to strengthening allied relations and the sustainable development of Kazakhstan. Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev emphasized that the reforms will enhance the country’s international authority and reflect the support of the people. Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev called the adoption of the new Constitution the beginning of a new stage in the country’s development, while Belarusian leader Aleksandr Lukashenko described it as a solid foundation for further prosperity and strengthening of statehood. President of Serbia Aleksandar Vučić highlighted the consistency of the reforms and their practical results, and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan noted the responsible attitude of citizens toward the development of an independent and rule-of-law state. Congratulations have also been sent by the leadership of the Organization of Turkic States, the SCO, the CIS, the CSTO, the ECO, and the EEC.