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Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Border: ‘Resolved 100 Percent’

Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Border: ‘Resolved 100 Percent’

By Catherine Putz
Kyrgyz officials laud a protocol signed with Uzbekistan to settle, once and for all, the border. Much work remains ahead to realize the agreement on the ground.
Local Council Elections a Big Test for Kyrgyzstan’s 2019 Gender Quota Law

Local Council Elections a Big Test for Kyrgyzstan’s 2019 Gender Quota Law

By Colleen Wood
The gender quota in local councils is no panacea, but it is an important step in creating the capacity to address the challenges women face in Kyrgyzstan.

Which Central Asian Students Can Return to Russia to Study?

Which Central Asian Students Can Return to Russia to Study?

By Catherine Putz
Tajik students, for now, are not among those being allowed to return to their studies in Russia. 

Border Issue Tops Agenda in Kyrgyz State Visit to Uzbekistan

Border Issue Tops Agenda in Kyrgyz State Visit to Uzbekistan

By Umida Hashimova
In the Kyrgyz president’s first state visit to Uzbekistan earlier this month, border issues topped the agenda.

Concerns Swirl Around Kyrgyzstan’s Draft Constitution: Presidential Power, Judicial Independence, and Civil Society

Concerns Swirl Around Kyrgyzstan’s Draft Constitution: Presidential Power, Judicial Independence, and Civil Society

By Catherine Putz
In a joint legal opinion, the OSCE and Venice Commission raise serious concerns about Kyrgyzstan's draft constitution, up for a vote on April 11.
Kyrgyzstan Expected to Greenlight Controversial Constitutional Referendum

Kyrgyzstan Expected to Greenlight Controversial Constitutional Referendum

By Catherine Putz
The referendum, the second this year, is likely to be set for April 11.

US Decries Release of Kyrgyz ‘Crime Boss’ Kolbaev

US Decries Release of Kyrgyz ‘Crime Boss’ Kolbaev

By Catherine Putz
Since 2014, the U.S. has offered a $1 million reward to information leading to the disruption of Kolbaev's alleged criminal network. No takers, so far.
Kyrgyzstan Tumbles in Freedom of the World Ranking

Kyrgyzstan Tumbles in Freedom of the World Ranking

By Catherine Putz
On the back of its October 2020 upheaval and the ensuring political drama, Kyrgyzstan fell into the “not free” category with the rest of the region.

Japarov Makes State Visit to Kazakhstan, Meets With Tokayev and Nazarbayev

Japarov Makes State Visit to Kazakhstan, Meets With Tokayev and Nazarbayev

By Catherine Putz
The core purpose of Japarov’s visit was to make the personal connections that form the lifeblood of Central Asian interstate relations.

Understanding Pressure on Human Rights in Kyrgyzstan

Understanding Pressure on Human Rights in Kyrgyzstan

By Catherine Putz
A new report outlines Kyrgyzstan's challenges, with an eye on helping Western partners recalibrate their engagement with the country.

Pay Attention to Kyrgyzstan’s Local Elections 

Pay Attention to Kyrgyzstan’s Local Elections 

By Colleen Wood
Local polls scheduled for April 11 will offer clues about the country’s future political trajectory.
Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov in Russia for First Foreign Visit

Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov in Russia for First Foreign Visit

By Catherine Putz
Russia as a first destination for a Kyrgyz president is no surprise; it’s essentially tradition.

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