#166: Presidential Elections?

Here and there people are talking about possible Presidential elections. But, before the elections are held, it is expected that the Parliament, controlled by President's Ak Jol Party, will make changes to the Constitution (4th in 2 years!) and extend president's term in office from 5 to 7 years. Then elections can be held, possibly in summer.

The thinking is that why wait till 2010, when you can "win" today and remain president till 2015. And, it will be the first term. New constitution, new term! Then, the government can go ahead with privatization of big state companies: electricity, gas, heating, and telecommunications.