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Atambayev Allies Courting Diplomatic Relationships
By Colleen Wood
Kyrgyzstan’s Social Democrats have limited influence on domestic politics. What to make of their sustained push for international partnerships?
Kyrgyzstan’s Parliamentary Polls: An Open Field
By Colleen Wood
Kyrgyzstan will have parliamentary elections in October; party fractionalization means the race is anyone’s game.
The Failure of Atambayev’s Planned Power Transition
By Temur Umarov
Unlike in Russia and Kazakhstan, an effort in Kyrgyzstan to carefully orchestrate the transition of power backfired.
Under Pressure in Kyrgzystan, Atambayev Flies to Russia
By Catherine Putz
The former president says he'll be back soon after high level meetings in Moscow.
Atambayev Takes Aim at Jeenbekov in Weekend Rally
By Catherine Putz
The former Kyrgyz president accused his successor of persecuting his political opponents under the guise of anti-corruption.
Atambayev Steps Back, Kyrgyzstan Sets Process for Stripping Presidential Immunity
By Catherine Putz
New amendments set the course of revoking presidential immunity -- “serious crimes” or continued politicking.
A Spring Split for Kyrgyzstan’s Major Party?
By Catherine Putz
The first of two rival party congresses on April 3 sets up Kyrgyzstan's biggest political party for a genuine split.
Journalism in Kyrgyzstan: Shoot the Messenger?
By Franco Galdini
Pressure on the press has increased in Central Asia’s so-called island of democracy.
Server Shenanigans: Local Media Reports Kyrgyz Campaign Used Government Server
By Catherine Putz
An explosive investigation by Kloop points to possible collaboration between Jeenbekov’s campaign and the government.
A Vote for Stability Steers Southerner to Success in Kyrgyzstan's Presidential Election
By Najam Abbas
The October 15 vote raises expectations of policy continuity in a country that has to balance regional, strategic interests.
Kyrgyz Election Brings High Expectations, but Mixed Results for Voters
By Abhi Goyal
As some voters celebrate the conclusion of the vote, others vent frustration with government pressure and broken systems.
Kyrgyzstan’s Next President: Sooronbai Jeenbekov
By Catherine Putz
Incumbent Almazbek Atambayev’s chosen successor came out on top in Sunday’s election.
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