His re-election was expected. The 69-year-old competed against five other, less well-known candidates. According to the Commission, none of them exceeded single-digit percentages. Voter turnout was almost 70 percent. At the beginning of the year, Tokayev had bloodily crushed domestic unrest with the help of Russia. Even before the elections, the opposition was considered largely disempowered.
Video: Electoral Commission in Kazakhstan: President Tokayev confirmed in office with more than 80 percent
