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Kyrgyzstan Parliament

Bill to Label ‘Foreign Representatives’ in Kyrgyzstan Moves Forward

Bill to Label ‘Foreign Representatives’ in Kyrgyzstan Moves Forward

By Catherine Putz
Discussions have resumed in Kyrgyzstan’s parliament over a proposed “foreign representatives” bill reminiscent of Russia’s “foreign agents” law. 

As the Dust Settles from Kyrgyzstan’s Election, What Next?

As the Dust Settles from Kyrgyzstan’s Election, What Next?

By Catherine Putz
As Kyrgyzstan’s new parliament takes shape, Japarov has the government he asked for. Now for the hard part: governing.
Mob Accosts Kyrgyz Opposition Politician Tekebayev 

Mob Accosts Kyrgyz Opposition Politician Tekebayev 

By Catherine Putz
Tekebayev and other opposition politicians have been agitating against the November 28 election results.

Low Turnout, Technical Glitches, Mar Kyrgyzstan’s Parliamentary Polls

Low Turnout, Technical Glitches, Mar Kyrgyzstan’s Parliamentary Polls

By Catherine Putz
With final results still pending, one thing is clear: Kyrgyzstanis are tired of elections.

Why Is Kyrgyzstan’s Upcoming Parliamentary Election Significant?

Why Is Kyrgyzstan’s Upcoming Parliamentary Election Significant?

By Catherine Putz
A discussion with Dr. Asel Doolotkeldieva.

Looking Ahead to Kyrgyzstan’s Unpredictable Parliamentary Election

Looking Ahead to Kyrgyzstan’s Unpredictable Parliamentary Election

By Colleen Wood
Despite the swell of Japarov loyalists running for parliament, it remains difficult to predict the election’s outcome.

Ahead of Kyrgyz Parliamentary Elections, Elections Official Arrested on Fraud Charges

Ahead of Kyrgyz Parliamentary Elections, Elections Official Arrested on Fraud Charges

By Catherine Putz
Kyrgyzstan will finally hold parliamentary elections in late November, more than a year after a botched election spun the country into political turmoil.
Will Kyrgyzstan’s ‘False Information’ Law Threaten Free Speech?

Will Kyrgyzstan’s ‘False Information’ Law Threaten Free Speech?

By Catherine Putz
Japarov signed the bill passed by the parliament last month, but many questions remain about how it will be implemented.

Upcoming Parliament Elections Present New Opportunities and Challenges for Kyrgyzstan

Upcoming Parliament Elections Present New Opportunities and Challenges for Kyrgyzstan

By Ilgiz Kambarov
Kyrgyzstan’s parliament will shrink and change after the next election, expected later this year, under new legislation and a new constitution.

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.

Why Did Kyrgyz Voters Give Up Parliamentarism? 

Why Did Kyrgyz Voters Give Up Parliamentarism? 

By Mariya Y. Omelicheva
In addition to electing Sadyr Japarov to the presidency, Kyrgyz voted by a huge margin to shift back to a strong presidential government system. 
Acting Kyrgyz President Mamytov Visits Moscow

Acting Kyrgyz President Mamytov Visits Moscow

By Catherine Putz
Mamytov, Kyrgyzstan's second acting president since October, is a close ally of Sadyr Japarov, who hopes to win election to the real presidency on January 10.

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