Article 4. The main requirements and restrictions established for maslikhats, akims and akimats of the Law on Local Government and Self-Government in the Republic of Kazakhstan

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The footnote. Title as amended by the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated 05.11.2022 No. 157-VII (effective from 01.01.2023).

1. Maslikhats and akimats in their activities are obliged to:

1) to prevent the adoption of decisions that do not correspond to the main directions of domestic and foreign policy;

2) to observe the interests of the Republic of Kazakhstan in ensuring national security;

3) adhere to national standards established in socially significant fields of activity;

4) ensure the observance of the rights and legitimate interests of citizens.

2. Maslikhats and akimats are prohibited from making decisions that hinder the formation of a single labor market, capital, finance, and the free exchange of goods and services within the Republic of Kazakhstan.

3. Territorial development plans adopted by maslikhats and akimats must comply with the strategic development plans of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

4. Akims and their deputies may not hold positions in branches and representative offices of political parties.

If, at the time of appointment or election, akims and their deputies hold positions in branches and representative offices of political parties, they must vacate these positions within ten days from the date of appointment or election.

4-1. The requirements specified in paragraph 4 of this Article also apply to the heads of the offices of akims of regions, cities of republican significance and the capital.

If, at the time of appointment, the heads of the offices of akims of regions, cities of republican significance and the capital hold positions in branches and representative offices of political parties, they must vacate these positions within ten days from the date of appointment.

The Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated January 23, 2001 No. 148.

This Law, in accordance with the Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan, regulates public relations in the field of local government and self-government, defines the competence, organization, and order of activity of local representative and executive bodies, as well as the legal status of deputies of maslikhats.

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