Hungarian National Election Office interested in strengthening relations with Kazakhstan

Budapest, September 17, 2024 - Kazakhstan's Ambassador-designate to Hungary Abzal Saparbekuly met with Dr. Attila Nagy, President of the National Election Board of Hungary.

At the meeting, the Kazakh diplomat provided an overview of the political reforms and democratic processes that have taken place in the country in recent years. In particular, he presented detailed information about the innovative changes that have been made to the country's electoral system.

Additionally, he provided a comprehensive overview of the forthcoming October 6 national referendum, its historical significance within the context of the country's political and public life.

The upcoming referendum will serve as a prime illustration of the capacity for nationwide dialogue and socio-political-civic activism in regard to state issues, contingent upon the position of the hearing head of state.

The Hungarian side appreciated the level of mutual cooperation between the electoral organizations of the two countries in further strengthening Kazakhstan's relations based on the strategic partnership with Hungary and wished their Kazakh colleagues success in the upcoming referendum.

For reference: The Hungarian electoral organization regularly participates in the 2022 referendum and the 2023 presidential as well as parliamentary elections as international observers.
In turn, on June 8-10, 2024, observers led by the Chairman of the Central Election Commission of the Republic of Kazakhstan participated in the elections to the EU Parliament, as well as local municipality.
A memorandum of understanding has been signed between the election authorities of Kazakhstan and Hungary, within the framework of which such activities as exchange of experience are planned.