Kazakhstan’s New Constitution and Justice Sector Reforms Discussed at the Supreme Court of the Czech Republic

Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Czech Republic Kairat Abdrakhmanov held a meeting with the Petr Angyalossy, President of the Supreme Court of the Czech Republic.

The meeting provided an opportunity for a substantive exchange of views on the development of the judicial systems of both countries, the promotion of the rule of law, and the role of an independent judiciary in safeguarding human rights and fundamental freedoms.

Particular attention was devoted to the political and legal reforms being implemented in Kazakhstan, aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of public institutions, strengthening the protection of human rights and further advancing the rule of law. In this context, the significance of the new Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan, adopted through a republican referendum on 15 March 2026 and entering into force on 1 July 2026, was highlighted as a cornerstone for the continued modernisation of the country's justice system and the consistent implementation of the “Law and Order” principle.

President Angyalossy, in turn, noted the modern character of the new Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan, observing that its provisions reflect significant progress in strengthening democratic values within both society and the state.

The parties also discussed current developments in judicial practice, measures aimed at enhancing public confidence in the administration of justice, and opportunities for expanding cooperation and the exchange of expertise between the legal communities of Kazakhstan and the Czech Republic. They further underscored the importance of cooperation within the framework of the European Commission for Democracy through Law (Venice Commission), as well as the effective implementation of relevant international conventions in the field of justice.

The meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment of Kazakhstan and the Czech Republic to further strengthening dialogue on legal and judicial matters and deepening institutional cooperation between their respective judicial authorities.