Kazakhstan votes in a parliamentary election expected to strengthen president’s grip on power

Citizens in Kazakhstan began voting on Sunday in a snap parliamentary election. The process is taking place across the country, with voters casting ballots for a new unicameral parliament in an event widely expected to consolidate the authority of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.

As the largest nation in Central Asia, the political outcome of this election is anticipated to further strengthen the president's grip on power. Projections indicate that the pro-presidential Adilet party is likely to secure an overwhelming victory in the parliamentary contest.