DEAR COLLEAGUES,

It is a great honor for us to work together in one of the most important and responsible areas at a crucial time for the country.

The results of the referendum were the starting point of political renewal. The constitutional reform created the legal basis for the New Kazakhstan. The early presidential elections were a continuation of the reforms. This year's referendum and presidential elections, without any doubt, are of decisive importance for the future prosperity of the country and the consolidation of Kazakhstan's society.

The conscientious work of our team, all electoral bodies of the country, coherence, and efficiency in organizing and conducting campaigns in 2022 were positively evaluated by both Kazakhstan and international observers. I take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to my colleagues - members of the Central Election Commission and local commissions, employees of the Office of the CEC and RSE ITC - for their high professionalism and significant contribution to our common success.

The coming year will also be marked by a major electoral cycle. In 2023, we will have to ensure elections to the Senate, as well as the Mazhilis of the Parliament and maslikhats at all levels under a new proportional and majoritarian model, direct elections of akims of districts and villages. All of us together, as one big team, go through complex electoral processes, demonstrating our effectiveness and cohesion.

In just a few hours, the New Year of 2023 will cross its threshold of time. May the coming year be productive and successful, full of bright events and good deals! 

I sincerely wish you and your families good health, prosperity, and fulfillment of your most cherished desires!