Timur Toktonaliev
Central Asia Editor
Timur is IWPR's Central Asia Editor.
Stories by the Author
Questions Surround Kyrgyz Prison Break
Under mysterious circumstances, convicts make easy escape, but most end up dead.
2 Nov 15
Rule of Law vs Rule by a Few in Kyrgyzstan
What price legitimacy if the ruling elite doesn’t always abide by the law?
9 Sep 15
Are Kyrgyzstan's Leaders Serious About War on Corruption?
Recent detention of senior figures looks good but may not herald a more comprehensive drive to root out corrupt officials.
1 Aug 15
Kyrgyzstan Bares Teeth at Washington
After two decades of accepting American economic and humanitarian support, the government decides its donors are meddling.
29 Jul 15
Islamic State Link to Kyrgyzstan Firefight
The security service says robust action prevented major attacks on local targets.
27 Jul 15
Unfinished Business in Kyrgyzstan
Five years on from bloodshed, shiny new buildings belie an enduring sense of unease and mistrust between ethnic Kyrgyz and Uzbeks.
10 Jun 15
Islam vs. Secularism in Kyrgyzstan
As the public and politicians declare stronger Muslim identity, the challenge is to prevent extremist views from undermining the state.
28 May 15
Constitutional Tinkering in Kyrgyzstan
Political elites shouldn’t change the rules to suit themselves, experts say.
14 May 15
Alarm at Takeover Bid for Major Kyrgyz Media Group
Staff at leading newspaper fear the real motive behind a complex lawsuit is an ambition to exert political control.
30 Apr 15
Calls for Better Child Protection in Kyrgyzstan
Suspects in cases of sexual violence against children can currently avoid trial if they reach an out-of-court settlement.
30 Mar 15
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