A meeting of Members of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan and representatives of the Constitutional Reform Commission with members of the Public Council of Almaty was held in Almaty.

The meeting discussed amendments to the new Constitution submitted for public discussion, as well as the role of civil society in shaping an updated state and legal model.

The participants expressed support for the draft new Constitution, noting that the ongoing reform is one of the key stages of the country’s political modernization and addresses the fundamental principles of the state system.

Mazhilis Deputy Yermurat Bapi emphasized the importance of open and responsible public dialogue during discussions on the Basic Law. According to him, active public participation plays a crucial role in ensuring the sustainability and legitimacy of reforms.

He also highlighted the need to preserve public consensus during the reform period and prevent speculation around sensitive issues.

Mazhilis Deputy Erlan Sairov spoke about the significance of the proposed constitutional changes in the context of external challenges, noting that they are aimed at ensuring the stability of the state.

Member of the Constitutional Reform Commission Unzila Shapak noted that the preamble defines the overall value-based orientation of the text of the Basic Law.

— The new Constitution is a reflection of the social contract between the state and the people. The preamble should clearly enshrine national unity, the unitary nature of the state, the inviolability of borders, and territorial integrity, — said Unzila Shapak.