Kazakh Ex-Minister Sentenced to 24 Years for Wife's Murder

The high-profile trial of Kuandyk Bishimbayev has led to significant legal reforms on domestic violence in Kazakhstan.

Kuandyk Bishimbayev, former economy minister, was convicted of torturing and murdering his wife, Saltanat Nukenova.
The trial, streamed live, showcased CCTV footage of the brutal attack in a family-owned restaurant.
Public outrage from the case spurred the passage of 'Saltanat's Law,' enhancing legal protections against domestic violence.
Bishimbayev's conviction is seen as a test of the Kazakh government's commitment to holding powerful figures accountable.
The case highlighted the issue of femicide in Kazakhstan, where an estimated 400 women die from domestic violence annually.