Kazakhstan Elects Yerlan Karin as Vice President

Kazakhstan’s parliament has elected Yerlan Karin as vice president, while confirming Prime Minister Timur Bektenov in his current role amid ongoing government restructuring.

31 Aug, 07:03 — 31 Aug, 08:15

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Kazakhstan created the vice presidential office through a 2022 constitutional referendum to strengthen executive succession and administrative capacity. This appointment reflects ongoing institutional consolidation within Tokayev’s reform agenda and ensures governmental continuity ahead of future electoral cycles.

Key entitiesYerlan Karin Kassym-Jomart Tokayev Kurultai Olzhas Bektenov

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Yerlan Karin was officially named Vice President of Kazakhstan
The Kurultai approved his candidacy with exactly 141 votes
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev formally issued the appointment on August 31, 2026

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Yerlan Karin holds the title of Vice President of Kazakhstan

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The Kurultai cast 141 votes in favor of Karin’s candidacy

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Olzhas Bektenov continues serving as Prime Minister

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Confirmation that Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov will retain his cabinet position

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astana-timesMixed13h ago

Karin Elected Vice President as Bektenov Stays on as Prime Minister

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Erlan Karin was elected vice president of Kazakhstan on Aug. 31, while the Kurultai also backed Olzhas Bektenov to remain as prime minister, filling two of the country’s most senior posts as the new unicameral parliament began its work. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev nominated both candidates during a meeting with the leaders of political… The post Karin Elected Vice President as Bektenov Stays on a...

By Fatima Kemelova

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uz-dailyLow12h ago

Yerlan Karin Appointed as Kazakhstan’s Vice President

Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev appointed Yerlan Karin vice president after the Kurultai approved his candidacy by 141 votes.

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astana-times31 Aug, 07:03First to report

Karin Elected Vice President as Bektenov Stays on as Prime Minister

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uz-daily31 Aug, 08:15Latest update

Yerlan Karin Appointed as Kazakhstan’s Vice President

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Legislative ApprovalAug 31 morning

The Kurultai convenes and votes 141-0 to approve Yerlan Karin’s candidacy for vice president.

Presidential AppointmentAug 31 afternoon

President Tokayev formalizes the selection and announces Karin’s official appointment to the role.

Kazakhstan Elects Yerlan Karin as Vice President

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Karin Elected Vice President as Bektenov Stays on as Prime Minister

Yerlan Karin Appointed as Kazakhstan’s Vice President

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Karin Elected Vice President as Bektenov Stays on as Prime Minister

Yerlan Karin Appointed as Kazakhstan’s Vice President

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