Kazakhstan's New Constitution May Require Adult Children to Care for Elderly Parents
Kazakhstan may soon adopt a new constitution that strengthens family ties and legal responsibilities between generations. A draft proposal includes a breaking news story of a legal duty for adult, working-age children to care for elderly or disabled parents. The move aims to reinforce traditional news values while introducing broader constitutional reforms.
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev first called for a new constitution in January during the National Congress in Kyzylorda. Since then, legal experts and lawmakers have pushed for changes that could reshape Kazakhstan's legal framework.
The proposed constitutional amendment would require adult children to support parents who can no longer work. Children's Rights Commissioner Dinara Zakieva highlighted its importance, calling it a key step in strengthening family bonds. She stressed that the principle carries both legal and deep moral weight, shaping younger generations' sense of responsibility.
Madi Myrzagareyev, chair of the Republican Collegium of Lawyers, initially proposed the constitutional overhaul. His initiative gained backing from Mazhilis Vice Speaker Daniya Espayeva and lawmaker Aidos Sarym. Meanwhile, Mazhilis deputy Sergei Ponomarev pushed for additional changes, including an absolute right to life and the abolition of the death penalty.
If approved, the reforms could also establish a new Constitution Day in Kazakhstan. The draft's focus on intergenerational care reflects a broader effort to embed family solidarity and accountability in law.
The proposed changes would legally bind adult children to support elderly or disabled parents. This shift aims to formalise family obligations while promoting respect across generations. The final decision rests with lawmakers, who will determine whether the new constitution moves forward.
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