Kazakhstan has been shaken by a rapidly unfolding series of dramatic and tragic events since protests began in early January. While it is still not clear what happened and who is to blame for the violence, death, and destruction, new realities—political, economic, and social—are taking shape. President Tokayev is promising to build a “New Kazakhstan,” cleansed of systemic corruption and based on a new social contract. The people of the country are responding with a mix of hope, suspicion, and skepticism. This roundtable will discuss ongoing developments in the areas of human rights and rule of law, changes in the political scene, and the outline and prospects of socio-economic reforms.
Sponsorship
This event is co-sponsored by George Washington University Central Asian Program and Oxus Society for Central Asian Affairs.
Accessibility
The Davis Center for Russian and Eurasian Studies at Harvard University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact us at 617-495-4037 or daviscenter@fas.harvard.edu in advance of your participation or visit. Requests for Sign Language interpreters and/or CART providers should be made at least two weeks in advance if possible. Please note that the Davis Center will make every effort to secure services but that services are subject to availability.
