Kazakhstan parliamentary vote to cement president's power

Candidates from seven state-approved parties are taking part in the election, while opposition parties have been banned. Central Asia's largest nation, Kazakhstan maintains a delicate balance between Russia and the West.

Only state-approved parties loyal to President Tokayev permitted to take part amid a sweeping constitutional overhaul.

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

Polls have opened in Kazakhstan for parliamentary elections expected to strengthen President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's power

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

Kazakhstan to hold snap election expected to tighten president's control  Reuters