Kazakhstan’s international obligations may now undergo preliminary constitutional review.
The draft new Constitution provides for the Constitutional Court’s right to
assess international treaties for compliance with the Basic Law before their
ratification. While such agreements retain their force, in case of a conflict,
priority will be given to the provisions of the Constitution. According to MPs, this mechanism strengthens the country’s
sovereignty and ensures legal certainty.
«Establishing a procedure for applying international treaties through
legislation will ensure legal certainty and preserve the stability of
fundamental constitutional values. This will strengthen guarantees and protect
citizens’ rights. Prior to the ratification of an international treaty, a review of its compliance with
the Constitution may be initiated. If necessary, the Constitutional Court may issue an opinion on
whether the document conforms to the country’s Basic Law,» said Unzila Shapak, a
member of the
Mazhilis, the Lower
House of the Kazakh
Parliament.
The reform affects not only the international sphere but also the architecture of the entire political system. The draft new Constitution provides for a transition to a unicameral parliament, a single term for the President and several other high-ranking officials. According to experts, this will help accelerate the legislative process and strengthen the resilience of state institutions.
«As for the Khalyk Kenesi, it will
also include professional associations in the form of public organizations. I
believe the majority will consist of trade unions and various creative unions, along with sectoral representation. In other words, the representation of different social groups of the people of Kazakhstan is being properly ensured,» said political scientist Marat Shibutov.
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