Kazakhstan's Tokayev defends unity while granting Alatau special investment status
Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has reaffirmed the country's commitment to its constitutional and territorial unity. Speaking at the Forum of Deputies in Astana, he addressed the special legal status of Alatau and its role in attracting investment under the new Constitution.
Tokayev began by thanking citizens for their contributions to drafting Kazakhstan's updated Constitution. He then turned to the status of Alatau, explaining that its special legal framework is now enshrined in the national charter.
The President clarified that Alatau's distinct status applies only to financial management, tax benefits, and judicial processes. These measures aim to create favourable conditions for investors. No similar incentives currently exist for other cities or regions in Kazakhstan. Tokayev also stressed that Alatau remains fully within Kazakhstan's unified constitutional system. He underscored that the country's territorial integrity and state structure are non-negotiable and will stay unchanged.
The speech confirmed Alatau's unique position while reinforcing Kazakhstan's legal and territorial cohesion. The President's remarks signalled no plans to extend special investment frameworks beyond the city. The Constitution now formally recognises Alatau's status as part of the nation's broader legal system.
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