Kyrgyzstan politics

It’s the second week of Kyrgyzstan’s political crisis – what does the path forward look like?

Kyrgyzstan’s “muted” voices -- woman and the youth -- are standing up against the ranks of old politicians and the patriarchy. 

Kyrgyzstan’s parliamentary election was accompanied by allegations of mass vote buying, use of administrative resources, and the beating of journalists.

For a population dissatisfied with the country’s direction, the election results depict a contrary victory for the status quo.

A recent survey indicates that a majority of Kyrgyz intend to vote in October, but they aren't settled on what party they'll ultimately cast a ballot for.

Seventeen parties submitted documentation to run candidates in the upcoming parliamentary election, set for October 4, but not all will get to run.

Atambaeyv’s second trial is still in progress, but previous cases against the former president and his ally, Sapar Isakov, were recently upheld.

A date is set, but Kyrgyz citizens have serious concerns about the safety of holding an election amid a pandemic spinning out of control.

Amid the pandemic, Kyrgyz are finding grassroots unity but also sharing widespread frustration with the government. 

Amid the mire of politics and a pandemic, Kyrgyzstan is headed for a pivotal parliamentary election this fall.

Kyrgyz prime ministers tend to have a short shelf-life.

What should we make of a new digital flashmob that channels widespread discontent with Kyrgyzstan’s government?