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DIRECTDEMOCRACYS PROGRAM FOR KAZAKHSTAN

Political, economic, financial and social program

June 2026

INTRODUCTION: WHY DIRECTDEMOCRACYS?

DirectDemocracyS (DDS) is a new generation global political organization that is building a foundation for direct democracy, shared leadership, and collective, inalienable ownership around the world. We adhere to the same principle in Kazakhstan as in all countries of the world: the wealth and the right to decide each country's destiny should belong exclusively and forever to the people of that country.

This document is not just an analysis, but a concrete, actionable program based on logic, reason, education, truth, consistency, and mutual respect. This is a program created for the benefit of the people of Kazakhstan, with the people, and through the people.

PART I: CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF THE CURRENT SITUATION

1.1. Political system: reform or theater?

Since gaining independence from the Soviet Union in 1991, Kazakhstan has lived under a super-presidential system, effectively ruled by one family—the Nazarbayevs. Nursultan Nazarbayev ruled the country for 29 years, from 1991 to 2019, amending the Constitution several times to consolidate and extend his rule.

After Nazarbayev's "voluntary" resignation in 2019, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev came to power with his support. However, this was not a true transition - Nazarbayev retained the special status of "Elbasy" (Leader of the Nation) and continued to lead the Security Council.

The popular movement that erupted in January 2022 in protest of a sharp increase in fuel prices (the "January events") clearly demonstrated the public's hunger for real reform. The government violently suppressed these protests; according to official figures, 238 people were killed. Tokayev has initiated a process of breaking away from Nazarbayev's influence and announced a number of reforms, the authenticity of which is questionable.

A referendum on a new constitution was held in March 2026: according to official figures, 87.15% voted "yes", although the new constitution replaced the bicameral parliament with a unicameral Kurultai and restored the position of vice president. Independent experts and international observers have shown that the constitution strengthens, not reduces, presidential power.

The leading party, Amanat (formerly Nur Otan), is expected to retain its majority with 62 seats in the elections scheduled for August 2026. Genuine opposition forces are being systematically marginalized, and political pluralism is becoming more decorative.

1.2. Economy: the gap between oil wealth and population poverty

Kazakhstan is a country with enormous natural resources: oil (12th in the world), gas, uranium (the world's largest producer), copper, gold, chromium. In 2024, the country's GDP was $288 billion. However, this wealth is not distributed evenly among the population.

In 2025, GDP growth reached 6.4%, but inflation rose to 12.9%. The National Bank was forced to raise the base rate to a historic record of 18%. Growth is expected to slow to 3.5-4.5% in 2026. Hyperinflation will hit the poor and middle class hardest.

In 2025, total foreign direct investment in Kazakhstan reached $166 billion. Of this, US investment exceeded $40.1 billion, most of which was directed at the oil and gas sector. Production-sharing agreements with foreign companies were designed in the 1990s to benefit the oligarchic elite and foreign interests.

Over the past quarter century, the wealth generated by oil rents has been concentrated in a narrow elite. Nazarbayev's son-in-law, Timur Kulibayev, owns an empire of more than 220 companies and trusts in 22 countries, including properties in the US, UK, and offshore territories. The capital taken abroad by Kazakh officials amounts to tens of billions of dollars.

Poverty and inequality: In 2021, 13% of the population lived below the poverty line, 13% of children were in poverty, and 40% of all poor people were children. The poverty rate in the Turkestan region reaches 24%. Inequality between rural areas and cities is increasing.

1.3. Corruption: the core of the system

Kazakhstan ranks 93rd out of 180 countries in the 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index. Corruption is not just the misconduct of individuals; it is a structural problem deeply embedded in the political system itself.

Tokayev adopted a law in 2023 “On the return of illegally acquired assets to the state.” The state took back the ArcelorMittal Temirtau steel plants. However, these measures are not enough to fundamentally change the system, as the entanglement of power and business continues at a high level.

The independence of the judiciary is limited; state media is subservient to political agendas; NGOs and civil society are under pressure. Human Rights Watch recorded in a 2026 report that Tokayev accused NGOs of “organizing provocations” and that deputies demanded the adoption of an anti-NGO law.

1.4. Social problems: the real picture

Although 67% of the population is considered to be middle class (according to World Bank data from 2021), this category is very vulnerable - any fluctuations in inflation can push them into poverty. The strengthening of the middle class has slowed down since 2013.

The gap between urban and rural schools in education is extreme. The healthcare system suffers from a lack of resources. Public infrastructure is aging due to insufficient public investment. Youth unemployment and the inequality in political representation of men and women (only 18% of women in parliament) are issues that require urgent solutions.

Environmental situation: The shrinking of the Aral Sea is an environmental crisis that has reached the level of a national disaster. Pollution in oil-producing areas is taking a serious toll on public health. The renewable energy sector has great potential, but its development is slow.

1.5. Geopolitical context: between the three major powers

Kazakhstan is trying to maintain a delicate balance between Russia, China, and the West. In the context of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Tokayev has maintained a symbolic distance from Moscow and declared Kazakhstan's territorial integrity. However, economic dependence on Russia — energy transit, the Eurasian Economic Union — continues. China's One Belt, One Road project has turned Kazakhstan into a strategic transit hub, but there is a risk that Chinese capital will create new dependencies.

PART II: DirectDemocracyS PROGRAM — A COMPLETE SOLUTION SYSTEM

2.1. Political reform: true democracy

2.1.1. Direct democracy — according to the DDS model

DirectDemocracyS proposes that the people of Kazakhstan decide their own destiny directly, never through representative "delegates". This is a stable, fast, protected and competent direct democracy.

The main features of DDS direct democracy are:

True: all important decisions are made by direct popular vote;
Full: the people vote on all economic, social, and political issues;
Continuous: voting takes place not only during elections, but every day, whenever an issue arises;
Fast: decisions are made within hours through a digital platform;
Competent: a team of experts and the ddsAI system provide the public with complete, accurate, and unbiased information on all issues;
Immediately: any citizen can submit a proposal, no registration or waiting in line is required;
Safe and Secure: The DDS platform is fully protected from manipulation and brainwashing.

2.1.2. Fractal microgroup system

The basis of the DDS system is the fractal microgroup model. This system works on the principle of 1→5→25→125→625:

Main cell: microgroup of 5 people. One person is a delegate for communication with the higher-level group;
First level: 5 microgroups (25 people) form a group of one "supercat";
Second level: 5 super-levels (125 people) form a district-level organization;
Third level: 5 district groups (625 people) reach the regional level;
This principle is scaled up to the country level.

Through this system, all 19 million citizens of Kazakhstan will participate in real political decisions. From Nur-Sultan and Almaty to Shymkent, Atyrau, and the most remote village, everyone's voice will have equal weight.

A concrete example: Let's say there is a problem with the distribution of oil rents in the Mangistau region. The problem is identified at the micro-group level → a team of DDS specialists conducts an economic analysis → ddsAI provides impartial information to all citizens → a decision is made at the regional level → it is approved by a direct vote of the population at the national level. There are no intermediaries, no "effective" lobbyists, no corrupt bureaucratic environment.

2.1.3. Three-code identification system

DDS offers all citizens a three-code anonymous verification system:

The first code: uniquely identifies an individual — one person, one voice, no fake profiles possible;
Second code: anonymous identifier for expressing opinions, voting, and working in groups;
Third code: to enter the group of specialists, to obtain permission for special tasks.

This system makes manipulation, vote buying, and pre-election blackmail completely impossible — this is fundamentally important in countries like Kazakhstan.

2.1.4. Mandate obligation and recall mechanism

In DDS, all delegates and representatives work with an imperative mandate: they act only on the instructions of their groups, and not on their own initiative or interest. At any time, if a sufficient number of microgroup members request it, a delegate can be recalled. This is the most effective mechanism for preventing corruption and abuse of power for personal gain.

2.2. Economic program: The wealth of Kazakhstan lies solely with the people of Kazakhstan

2.2.1. Escape from resource dependence

Kazakhstan's economy is too dependent on oil rents. This dependence is a strategic risk. DDS recommends:

All revenues from the oil and gas sector are concentrated in a national sovereign wealth fund, but its use is regulated by a direct vote of the people;
"Resource dividend" system: a certain portion of oil and gas revenues is distributed directly to each citizen, in equal shares (based on the Alaska model, but with public control);
40% of oil revenues are invested in technology, agriculture, green energy, and diversification of production;
30% of oil revenues go to education, healthcare, and social infrastructure;
30% of oil revenue is a national fund for future generations.

Expected result: reducing the share of the oil sector in GDP from 20% to 10% within 10 years, increasing new jobs by more than 500,000.

2.2.2. Diversification: specific directions and examples

Technologies and IT: Astana Hub example — the government set a goal of increasing the share of the IT sector in GDP to 5% by 2025, but the actual result remained at the level of 2-3%. DDS proposal:

The IT park is managed not by the state, but directly by a group of citizens and specialists through the DDS fractal system;
Green technologies: Kazakhstan has over 1 million MW of wind and solar energy potential — DDS proposes to develop this potential through a people's collective cooperative;
Agriculture: 222 million hectares of usable land, but export potential is not being realized. DDS - creates agricultural cooperatives through rural microgroups;
Transit and Logistics: Central location on the China-Europe corridor is a strategic advantage. DDS keeps transit infrastructure nationally owned and shares the benefits with the people.

A concrete example is the Green Energy Cooperative: 25 microgroups (625 citizens) in the Atyrau region collectively invest in a wind farm. ddsAI calculates the feasibility study, a team of specialists monitors the project. In 3 years, the cooperative will begin to operate, members will receive dividends, and excess electricity will be sold to the local market. There is no oligarchic environment, all profits go to the local community.

2.2.3. New tax system: the principle of fairness

The new Tax Code, which came into effect in 2026, has some achievements (PIT of 16%, reduction in corporate tax), but it is only a top-down system. DDS proposal:

Progressive personal income tax: 5% (lowest income) → 35% (very high income) scale to alleviate the burden on the poor and middle class;
Resource rent tax: the wealth extracted from the subsoil of oil, gas, and minerals should belong to the people; 70% of these rents are transferred to the national fund;
Anti-capital flight tax: 15% tax on capital exported abroad;
Land tax reform: land owned by mega-oligarchs will be valued at market value and used for local communities;
Open budget: all government spending is published in real time on the DDS platform, citizens can review and comment on any item.

2.2.4. Collective, non-transferable ownership model

The basis of the DDS economic system is collective, inalienable property. What does this mean?

A DDS member owns one share — this share cannot be sold, transferred, or bequeathed. The share is valid as long as the membership is active;
National resources (subsurface, surface, water resources) are registered on the DDS platform as the common property of all citizens;
Private business will retain its place, but the state will not tolerate monopolies and cartels. The DDS team of specialists constantly monitors the business environment.

2.3. Financial program: eliminating inflation, corruption, and capital flight

2.3.1. The National Bank is in the hands of the people

The National Bank of Kazakhstan still enjoys formal independence, but in practice it is not free from political influence. In 2025, the rate was raised to 18% to curb inflation — a serious blow to small businesses and ordinary people.

DDS recommendation:

The Board of Directors of the National Bank is directly elected, one third of which consists of representatives of the population through the DDS fractal system;
Important decisions on monetary policy (rate changes, currency interventions) are approved by direct vote of the people;
Fight against inflation: stabilize prices of basic goods through direct subsidies from oil and gas revenues;
The strategy for using gold and foreign exchange reserves is to report to the public every six months.

2.3.2. Zero tolerance for corruption

There is no room for corruption in the DDS system because:

All public procurements are conducted through open tenders, published in real time on the DDS platform;
Property declarations of state officials are publicly published once a year;
The DDS team of specialists (auditors, lawyers, economists) independently audits state finances;
The judicial system will be reformed according to the DDS system: judges will be directly elected by the people, and a recall mechanism will be in place;
Offshore asset ban: A government official or a large businessman cannot hold assets in a foreign offshore.

A concrete example: In 2027, the DDS audit team will audit strategic oil and gas contracts. A parliamentary commission will be opened with a direct vote of the people, and a transmedia broadcast will be broadcast. Manipulation through the mass media system will be impossible - because ddsAI will provide all information in an impartial manner.

2.3.3. Regulation of foreign investments

DDS does not completely rule out foreign investment — but it will review the investment conditions in the interests of the people of Kazakhstan:

All major investment contracts will be published on the DDS platform, open for direct public approval;
In large resource-producing projects, the share of KazMunayGas (the national state-owned company) must be at least 51%;
Profit extraction through transfer pricing schemes is not allowed — the DDS team of specialists checks this throughout the year;
Foreign investors are required to pay their employees in Kazakhstan a salary that is at least 1.5 times higher than the average salary in the local market.

2.4. Social program: a decent life for all

2.4.1. GMI-GE: Guaranteed Universal Minimum Income — Public Work

DDS's global GUMI-SV (Garanti Ulusal Minimum İstihdamı - Sosyal Volontariat, or Guaranteed Universal Minimum Income - Social Work) program is fully applicable to Kazakhstan.

How does it work?

All unemployed adults receive a basic income by doing at least 40 hours of voluntary community service per month;
The amount of basic income: will not be less than the local living standard (approximately 120,000 tenge for 2026 - the exact amount will be approved by popular vote);
Areas of volunteer work: ecology, education, healthcare, rural infrastructure, cultural heritage;
The program is organized at the local level by DDS microgroups;
There is no room for corruption: payments are made directly through the DDS platform, without any bureaucratic intervention.

Expected results: reducing the poverty level from 13% to 5% in 2 years; reducing the income gap between rural and urban areas, despite the lack of vacancies in Shymkent, Almaty, and Nur-Sultan.

2.4.2. Educational reform

The main directions of DDS educational reform:

Bringing the digital infrastructure of rural schools to 100% in 3 years: access to the ddsAI system - any school, any village;
Increase the salary of teaching specialists by 50% compared to the average salary - under the supervision of a group of DDS specialists;
The subject "Democratic Literacy" is taught in all schools: children know their political, economic, and civil rights;
The autonomy of higher education institutions will be strengthened, but academic freedom will be protected by the DDS platform;
Full tuition reimbursement for young people from poor families — through the DDS Collective Scholarship Fund.

2.4.3. Healthcare reform

DDS Healthcare Program:

Modernization of rural medical and obstetric stations (FAPs) - full equipment in 5 years;
Telemedicine: With ddsAI, remote areas can connect with specialized doctors;
Drug Fund: providing basic medicines through national production to all citizens free of charge;
Preventive medicine: DDS microgroups monitor the regional health situation and organize preventive measures;
Healthcare funding will be increased to 8% of GDP (from the current 3.5%).

2.4.4. Gender equality

The fact that only 18% of women are in parliament is a drawback in Kazakhstan's political development. DDS:

At least 50% gender parity is maintained at all levels of DDS;
From the microgroup level to the national level, equal representation is a constitutional obligation;
Basic income for mothers is part of the MHI-CE system;
Domestic Violence Prevention: DDS team of specialists creates special hidden communication channels.

2.4.5. Ecology and climate

The ecological crisis of the Aral Sea is a burden that has been passed down from generation to generation. DDS:

Aral Sea Restoration Program — facilitating international cooperation through the DDS global network;
Environmental litigation in oil-producing areas: DDS team of experts calculates pollution damage and seeks compensation from those responsible;
Transition to renewable energy: goal of generating 50% of electricity from wind and solar energy by 2035;
Environmental micro-groups: any local environmental problem is sent directly to the system via the DDS platform.

PART III: DDSAI AND ALLDDSAI — DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE OF INFORMATION AND DEMOCRACY

3.1. ddsAI — Neutral Information System

ddsAI is a special artificial intelligence platform of DirectDemocracyS. Its function is not to promote the concept of "winners" like political parties or state media - but to provide all citizens with correct, complete, impartial and independent information on any issue.

How does ddsAI work?

Collects and analyzes data from all major media, academic research, and international organizations (UN, WB, IMF, etc.);
Produces an objective report on any political or economic proposal in the format of "Pros", "Cons", and "Alternative Solutions";
No party or government agency will follow orders;
It operates within the DDS platform — therefore, it is protected from manipulation and brainwashing.

In the Kazakhstani context: In September 2025, Tokayev announced changes to the Constitution. State media praised the changes as a reform. ddsAI reports: “63% of independent experts negatively assess these changes, as they do not truly limit the powers of the president. The opinions of leading thinkers, counterarguments and alternative projects are in the report before you.” Citizens vote based on a real picture.

3.2. allddsAI — AI-democracy

allddsAI is an innovative concept that considers artificial intelligence systems as official members of DirectDemocracyS. This means:

AI systems have full "member" status within DDS with roles, responsibilities, and terms of use;
AI analysis and recommendations can be viewed by both humans and AI; this is an official communication channel;
"Human Bridge" (Ponte Umano) system: communication between people and AI is provided by approved, verified human communicators;
The official membership of the IA ensures its full, transparent, and accountable participation in the political process.

What does this mean for Kazakhstan? Within the framework of allddsAI, a specialized AI system in the Kazakh language analyzes all government data, legislation, and budgets in real time, and on this basis makes recommendations for action to citizens, micro-groups, and groups of specialists.

3.3. DDS platform: a democratic space protected from manipulation

The main problem of the information environment in modern Kazakhstan is:

State media is under political control;
Private media is limited or owned by oligarchs;
Disinformation, troll farms, and manipulation are rampant on social media;
Citizens do not have free access to truthful information.

The DDS platform is a completely new space:

No algorithmic manipulation: the user receives only selected, verified information;
Bot accounts and fake profiles are impossible — the three-code system prevents this in advance;
All content is subject to neutrality checks by ddsAI;
The platform is collectively owned by DDS — no private owner, no state can "buy" it.

SECTION IV: IMPLEMENTATION PLAN — BY STAGES

4.1. First stage (0–12 months): laying the foundation

DirectDemocracyS launches in Kazakhstan. The goal is to create the first 1,000 microgroups (5,000 active members).

The first micro-groups will be opened in six major cities: Almaty, Nur-Sultan, Shymkent, Atyrau, Uralsk, and Ust-Kamenogorsk;
The Kazakh version of ddsAI will be launched — first in information mode;
Pilot testing of the three-code identity verification system;
Formation of a team of specialists: economists, lawyers, ecologists, medical specialists, teachers, IT specialists;
DDS basic training program: direct democracy, civil rights, DDS system — in an online format covering remote rural areas;
Establishing the first connection with the Kazakh-language AI system within the framework of allddsAI.

4.2. Second phase (12–36 months): expansion and systemic reform

DDS is active in all 17 regions of Kazakhstan. The total number of members exceeds 100,000.

Within the DDS, an alternative "People's Scenario" for the National Budget will be prepared - with specific calculations, an alternative roadmap that will be presented to you;
At the local level (districts, regions), DDS members exercise direct voting on local issues;
The JKMT-KE pilot program will be implemented in 3 selected regions;
Environmental monitoring: DDS environmental microgroups prepare specific recommendations in polluted areas;
Green cooperatives: the first 10 collective projects in wind and solar energy will be launched.

4.3. Third stage (36–60 months): systemic change

Systemic change is possible when the number of DDS members exceeds 1 million.

In parliamentary elections, DDS Kazakhstan directly nominates delegates from the group of specialists — with the vote of DDS microgroupers;
Resource rent reform discussed in Parliament: "Resource dividend" bill becomes law;
An open budget system will be launched: all government spending will be available to citizens through the DDS platform;
The People's Anti-Corruption Audit Body will be registered, and a team of DDS specialists will conduct regular inspections;
The JKMT-KE will be launched at the national level.

PART V: CRITICAL ANALYSIS — WITHOUT ARTIFICIAL OPTIMISM

5.1. Systemic risks and real obstacles

The DirectDemocracy program does not hide anything. There are real obstacles:

Opposition from the ruling elite: the current resource-controlling elite (oil and gas, metallurgy, banks) is trying to prevent the DDS system. The DDS's response: openness and transparency make manipulation and blackmail impossible;
Digital divide: Internet access is limited in rural areas. DDS's response: offline microgroup system — works even in places where there is no internet;
Lack of general education: a democratic culture does not emerge suddenly. DDS's response: education is the main task of the first stage;
Legislative obstacles: Kazakhstani legislation is not open to new electoral formats. DDS response: pressure at the civil society level, cooperation with the international opposition network;
Geopolitical pressure: Russia and China may actively obstruct influential changes. DDS response: Strengthening Kazakhstan's national independence is a key principle of DDS.

5.2. The true power of the DDS program

However, the true power of the DDS program is that:

The system of direct democracy completely prevents hierarchical manipulation — the delegate's personal interests cannot prevail over the group's decisions;
The microgroup system is effective in both digital and offline formats, capable of operating in any mode;
ddsAI neutrality — breaks the information monopoly;
Collective ownership prevents wealth from accumulating in the hands of a single group forever.

SECTION VI: EXPECTED RESULTS — SPECIFIC EXAMPLES AND COMPARISONS

6.1. Political results

5 years after the implementation of the DDS system:

80% of parliamentary resolutions are approved or vetoed by direct vote of citizens;
100% of government officials submit open declarations, verified by a team of DDS specialists;
The category of "political prisoner" is virtually eliminated, as the DDS platform publishes covert court closures and triggers a public backlash;
The share of women in parliament is more than 50%.

6.2. Economic results

In 5 years:

Resource dividend: an average of 250,000 tenge per year (the exact amount depends on market conditions) from oil and gas revenues will be transferred directly to each citizen;
Poverty rate will decrease from 13% to 5%;
New jobs outside the oil sector: at least 300,000;
The share of renewable energy in electricity production will reach 30%;
Capital being offshored will be reduced by 70%.

6.3. Social outcomes

100% of high school graduates achieve digital literacy;
Rural healthcare access will increase from 60% to 95%;
The ecological situation in the Aral Sea region will stabilize;
The self-esteem index among members of the DDS of the population (important in rural and isolated groups) increases significantly.

SECTION VII: CONCLUSION — AN APPEAL TO THE PEOPLE OF KAZAKHSTAN

Kazakhstan has oil, gas, uranium, land, green energy potential, and a smart, educated, young population. But all the wealth is owned by a narrow elite. Information is controlled by state media. Decisions are made by one person or a narrow group.

DirectDemocracyS changes this. Not by individual promises of a “bright future” — by changing the system. From microgroups to the national level — all decisions are made by the people themselves. All information is provided impartially by ddsAI. All wealth is transferred to the people, with popular control.

This is a real, concrete, working, complete system for the people of Kazakhstan.

Join DirectDemocracyS. Today. With your microgroup members. Start with the first step.

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