Kyrgyzstan's Women Still Fighting for Representation
Thirty per cent quota may not translate into female candidates taking their fair share of seats in October 4 polls.
1 Oct 15
Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyz Election: Same Again?
Many of the current legislators are likely to make it into the next parliament, even if they have shifted party allegiance.
25 Sep 15
Kyrgyz Parties in Flux Ahead of Election
Main political groupings go through mergers and defections, but the essence of politics remains the same.
16 Sep 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
Bumpy Start to Kyrgyzstan's Eurasian Membership
Exporters say customs controls with Kazakstan remain in place despite launch of free trade rules.
25 Aug 15
Kyrgyzstan to Use Biometric Data in October Polls
Critics of the scheme say their right to vote is now being made conditional on submitting data.
24 Aug 15
Kyrgyz Regret Loss of Fruit-Industry Heritage
Multiple apricot varieties being replaced with more homogeneous, marketable types.
5 Aug 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
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