Expert Meeting on the Upcoming Kurultai Election Held in Almaty

An expert meeting titled «Election 2026: Electoral Campaigns in the Regions» was held in Almaty as part of the Expert Platform. The discussion focused on the upcoming Kurultai election, regional electoral processes and the use of modern technologies to analyse public sentiment.

Experts discussed the key features of the upcoming election campaign, public sentiment across the regions, citizens’ interest in political processes and the factors that may influence electoral participation.

Particular attention was given to regional differences. Socio-economic conditions, local issues, residents’ priorities and patterns of information consumption may shape the agenda differently in each region and influence the dynamics of electoral campaigns.

Understanding electoral processes across the regions

Participants discussed the potential of new data analysis tools alongside traditional methods of studying public opinion.

The systematic analysis of large volumes of information can provide a deeper understanding of the issues that matter most to society, the topics attracting public attention and the way public sentiment changes over time.

At the same time, it is important to look beyond nationwide indicators and consider the situation in each region individually. Issues that are a priority in one part of the country may differ significantly from those affecting residents elsewhere.

A comprehensive approach to analysing electoral processes therefore requires consideration of the local context, residents’ socio-economic priorities and changes in the information environment.

Artificial intelligence as a tool for analysing public trends

A separate part of the discussion focused on the potential of artificial intelligence and modern digital technologies.

AI can process large volumes of data within a short period of time and identify key topics and trends in the information environment. These technologies can help public authorities and experts organise information from open sources, track changes in public sentiment and identify issues generating significant public discussion.

Modern analytical tools can also help assess changes in the level of public interest in different political forces, initiatives and issues.

At the same time, technology does not replace professional expert assessment. Accurate interpretation of data, an understanding of context and an objective evaluation of results remain essential.

The role of the information environment in election campaigns

The growth of digital platforms and social media is also transforming the information environment surrounding elections.

Citizens now receive information not only through traditional media, but also through social networks, messaging services and other digital platforms. This accelerates the way public agendas are formed and changed, while increasing the importance of systematic analysis of the information space.

New approaches to data analysis can help identify shifts in public sentiment more quickly and provide a deeper understanding of the interests and priorities of different audiences.

A platform for open expert dialogue

The meeting provided an open professional platform for discussing the upcoming Kurultai election from a range of perspectives.

Participants considered the specific features of regional electoral campaigns, methods for assessing public sentiment, changes in the information environment and the potential of new technologies in the analysis of electoral processes.

Combining traditional expertise with modern data analysis tools can provide a deeper understanding of social trends across the regions and a more comprehensive assessment of electoral sentiment ahead of the election.