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Articles with tag "Kyrgyzstan"

politicized linguistics

Russia Bares Fangs Over Language in Kyrgyzstan

Politicians in Moscow claim that Russian-speaking citizens are facing intimidation in Kyrgyzstan – a fact that officials in Bishkek deny.
corruption consequences

Ex-President Brought Back to Kyrgyzstan in Graft Probe – Gov't

It was unclear how Askar Akayev had been brought to Bishkek after 16 years living in exile in Russia. 
calm restored

Kyrgyzstan Says Ceasefire With Tajikistan Holding After Clashes

A spokesman for Kyrgyzstan's national security committee described the border as "quiet, peaceful, calm."
tensions flare

Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan Look to Ease Tensions After Deadly Clashes

The two countries have agreed a ceasefire following the worst fighting along their disputed border in years.
point made

Kyrgyzstan's Ballet Troupe Walkout Shines Light on Culture Underspending

Kyrgyz artists refused to support a performance by better-paid Russian colleagues to protest state funding shortages.
Kyrgyzstan march

Kyrgyz Activists Face Women's Day Violence From 'Patriots'

Gender equality in Central Asia's most politically turbulent country has taken a back seat to what conservatives call "traditional values."
goodwill politics

What Did Japarov Get in Russia?

The Moscow visit marked Japarov's first foreign trip as President of the Kyrgyz Republic.
opinion Paul Bartlett

Reset With Russia: Kyrgyzstan’s President Heads to Moscow

New Kyrgyz leader Sadyr Japarov will need to prove to Putin that his rise to power is an opportunity for change.
from prisoner to president

Once-Jailed Populist Japarov Sworn in as Kyrgyz President

The politician won January's presidential election by a landslide with close to 80% of the vote.
opinion Paul Bartlett

Bleak Outlook for Kyrgyzstan’s Free Press After Japarov’s Landslide Win in Presidential Poll

The country’s independent media are anxiously waiting to see if there will be a crackdown on outlets not in favor with the new regime.
2020 IN REVIEW

7 Protests That Defined the Year in Russia and Former Soviet Republics

Anger in Khabarovsk, historic demonstrations in Belarus and revolution in Kyrgyzstan.
only a memory

Kyrgyzstan Tears Down Government Gates in Symbolic Move After Crisis

The newly-elected parliament speaker called the move "a symbol of the openness of the new government to the people."
ally politics

Kyrgyzstan Elects Speaker Loyal To New Leader Ahead of Vote

The newly-elected speaker is expected to step in as acting president during the January election.
opinion Temur Umarov

Who’s In Charge Following Revolution in Kyrgyzstan?

Sadyr Japarov’s rise was fueled by a combination of two political assets: popular radical rhetoric and influential connections.
Fresh Elections

Kyrgyzstan Sets New Polls as New PM Reassures Russia

The previous vote was annulled over political chaos that unseated a president and rattled Russia.
post-soviet power broker

In Crisis-Hit Kyrgyzstan, Russia Weighs Its Influence and Intentions

Analysts interviewed by The Moscow Times disagreed on whether Russia is playing a constructive role in the ex-Soviet country.
Power claim

Kyrgyzstan PM Claims Presidential Powers in Post-Vote Crisis

Sadyr Japarov was able to claim the post after the parliament speaker refused to be appointed in place of ex-leader Jeenbekov.
cash flow

Russia Suspends Aid Until Kyrgyzstan ‘Stabilizes’ – RBC

Pausing financial aid “makes sense” until Kyrgyzstan's government resumes normal work, the Kremlin said.
seeking stability

Kyrgyzstan President Resigns to End Post-Election Crisis

"I am not clinging to power. ... I have taken the decision to resign," Jeenbekov said.
political standoff

Kyrgyz President Asks Parliament to Vote Again on PM Amid Crisis

The request came shortly after a senior aide to Russian President Putin visited for talks aimed at resolving the political crisis.
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