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Maqsut Narikbayev University welcomed Claire Bazy Malaurie, President of the Venice Commission. During her visit, she familiarised herself with the University’s activities and assessed the students’ academic achievements.
The President of the Venice Commission arrived in the capital of Kazakhstan to take part in the international forum on constitutional justice Peace and the Future through Law. Alongside forum participants, she attended an official reception with the Head of State. At the meeting with Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, she noted that Kazakhstan, as an important partner of the Council of Europe, actively participates in various conventions and implements effective institutional reforms to strengthen the rule of law.
A key highlight of her visit to MNU was the interactive simulation game Venice Commission Model, organised with the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Kazakhstan. By modelling the work of the real Venice Commission, students demonstrated in-depth knowledge of international relations, law, and high-level debating skills. Claire Bazy Malaurie highly praised the students’ preparation and organisation of the event, emphasizing the importance of such formats in training future lawyers and diplomats.
“It was extremely impressive to see students engage with such a profound understanding of legal mechanisms. This is evidence of the great potential of the new generation,” noted Claire Bazy Malaurie.
Kazakhstan has been a member of the Venice Commission since 2012. The Commission is an advisory body on constitutional law under the Council of Europe, tasked with analysing laws and draft legislation related to constitutional issues and the protection of human rights. The visit of the President of the Venice Commission to MNU underlines the growing international reputation of education in Kazakhstan and its role in shaping the global agenda.
