The results of Kazakhstan's snap presidential election—where the tally has current leader Kassym-Jomart Tokayev with 81% of votes — surprises no one. What disappoints those in Washington, London, Brussels, and most importantly in Kazakhstan, is that they hoped for more.
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Already a member? Login hereDavid A. Merkel served as deputy assistant secretary for European and Eurasian affairs at the US State Department, as director for South and Central Asia at the National Security Council, and as deputy assistant secretary of the US Treasury.
David A. Merkel served as deputy assistant secretary for European and Eurasian affairs at the US State Department, as director for South and Central Asia at the National Security Council, and as deputy assistant secretary of the US Treasury.