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Kenes (Kenges) Rakishev or Kenes Hamıtuly Raqyshev (full name), the son of the late Khamit Rakishev, who served as the head of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Kazakhstan for over 14 years, is recognized for his family's longstanding involvement in various significant roles within Kazakhstan. Following the passing of Hamit Rakishev, Kazakhstani websites noted that the deceased had held significant positions over many years within the Union of Consumers, the presidential administration, and the government.

Furthermore, Kenes Rakishev is identified as the son-in-law of Imangali Tasmagambetov, the current defense minister and a longstanding ally of President Nursultan Nazarbayev. His marital connection is with Asel Tasmagambetova, the eldest daughter of Imangali Tasmagambetov.