The Constitutional Court of Kazakhstan has completed its review of the law on the special legal status of Alatau City, declaring it constitutional. The President had requested a verification of the law, passed by parliament in late March, against the constitution. The court confirmed that all procedural requirements were met and that the norms clearly define the objectives and administrative structure of the special regime.
Key facts
- The Constitutional Court declared the law constitutional on May 1, 2026.
- Parliament passed the law in late March 2026.
- President Kasymschomart Tokayev initiated the constitutional review.
- The law defines objectives, tasks, and the state administration system for the special regime.
- Existing contracts and licenses are protected by transitional provisions.