Kazakh President Dissolves All Local Representative Bodies

President Tokayev signed a decree terminating the powers of all maslikhats (local councils) nationwide, a sweeping political move that consolidates executive control ahead of expected snap elections. The decree follows a pattern of centralization under Tokayev, but the scope—dissolving every local body simultaneously—marks a significant escalation. The move is likely aimed at resetting local governance amid political and economic pressures, though the immediate trigger and timeline for new elections remain unclear.