Central Asia's Energy Exporter Votes on Reforms
Tokayev pushes reforms to reshape Central Asia's largest energy exporter's system.
2022 protests left 238 dead; Tokayev pledges to liberalize system for 'just Kazakhstan.'. Voters consider replacing bicameral parliament with single-chamber Kurultai.
Draft limits free speech to prevent undermining society or public order.
Polling closes at 8 p.m.; election commission will announce results Monday.
Legislature ceases by July 1 if vote passes.
Critics say reforms allow Tokayev to appoint intelligence officials; Kate Mallinson warns of centralized power.
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