The text of the final draft Constitution, which consists of 96 articles, was then published on February 12, making it available for public review leading up to the referendum . Key Points and Political System ChangesFrom a super-presidential model to a balanced systemThe draft Constitution is a conceptually new document that would consolidate the evolution of Kazakhstan’s political system . Core Principles and ValuesThe draft Constitution consists of 11 sections and 96 articles. Separation of State and ReligionThe draft Constitution reinforces the secular nature of the state, clearly separating religion from government and affirming the secular character of education and upbringing. While introducing a fundamentally updated constitutional framework, the draft acknowledges the role of the existing Constitution in Kazakhstan’s state-building and historical development.

Source: The Patriot February 17, 2026 14:56 UTC