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Kazakhstan’s president has ordered a review of Kazakh spelling rules and dictionary updates by the end of 2027, but no new dictionary has been published or approved.
Kyrgyzstan’s president filed for another term, but candidate registration and the January election are still ahead.
Kazakhstan's Resolution 953 now requires legal reasons when agencies forward an appeal for a third or subsequent time; the law does not prohibit lawful transfers.
Kazakhstan has started a staged introduction of QazETA at selected border points. Covered visa-free visitors will need the free, 180-day travel authorisation from July 1, 2027, after a voluntary transition.