About Mukhtar Shakhanov
Lived 1942 – 2026 (aged 83). Mukhtar Shakhanov was a Russian and Kazakh diplomat, poet, politician, writer, prose writer and playwright.
Mūhtar Şahanov (; 2 July 1942 – 19 April 2026) was a Kazakh writer, politician and diplomat who was the Kazakh ambassador to Kyrgyzstan. He was also a Member of the Mäjilis, and editor-in-chief of the magazine Jalyn.
Life and career Şahanov was born in Otrar on 2 July 1942.
Şahanov died on 19 April 2026, at the age of 83.
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Who was Mukhtar Shakhanov?
Kazakhstani writer (1942-2026)
When was Mukhtar Shakhanov born?
Mukhtar Shakhanov was born on 2 July 1942 in Kaskasu.
When did Mukhtar Shakhanov die?
Mukhtar Shakhanov died on 19 April 2026 in Almaty.
What was Mukhtar Shakhanov's occupation?
Mukhtar Shakhanov was a diplomat, poet, politician, writer, prose writer and playwright.
What nationality was Mukhtar Shakhanov?
Mukhtar Shakhanov was Russian and Kazakh.
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