Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has appointed Kuanyshbek Ushtaev as commander-in-chief of the Land Forces of the Armed Forces of Kazakhstan.
Mereke Kuchekbaev, who previously held the position, has been relieved of his duties, Caliber.Az reports via Kazakh media.
The appointment was made by presidential order.
By Sabina Mammadli
