Kyrgyzstan

Country Kyrgyzstan
Capital Bishkek
Continent Asia
Currency Som(KGS)
Languages Kyrgyz & Russian

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Introduction

A Central Asian country of incredible natural beauty and proud nomadic traditions, most of Kyrgyzstan was formally annexed to Russia in 1876. The Kyrgyz staged a major revolt against the Tsarist Empire in 1916 in which almost one-sixth of the Kyrgyz population was killed. Kyrgyzstan became a Soviet republic in 1936 and achieved independence in 1991 when the USSR dissolved. Nationwide demonstrations in the spring of 2005 resulted in the ouster of President Askar AKAEV, who had run the country since 1990. Subsequent presidential elections in July 2005 were won overwhelmingly by former prime minister Kurmanbek BAKIEV. Over the next few years, the new president manipulated the parliament to accrue new powers for himself. In July 2009, after months of harassment against his opponents and media critics, BAKIEV won re-election in a presidential campaign that the international community deemed flawed. In April 2010, nationwide protests led to the resignation and expulsion of BAKIEV. He was replaced by Acting President Roza OTUNBAYEVA who called for new elections in six months time. Continuing concerns include: endemic corruption, poor interethnic relations, and terrorism.

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kyrgyzstan - Wikipedia
kyrgyzstan - CIA World Fact Book
kyrgyzstan - BBC
kyrgyzstan - Timeline - BBC

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Sharp Rise in Global Gold Prices Expected to Benefit Kyrgyz Economy - The Times Of Central AsiaSharp Rise in Global Gold Prices Expected to Benefit Kyrgyz Economy  The Times Of Central Asia

Kyrgyzstan Approves Law to Launch State-Backed Bitcoin Reserve - ICOBench.comKyrgyzstan Approves Law to Launch State-Backed Bitcoin Reserve  ICOBench.com

Kyrgyzstan and ADB discuss priority cooperation projects - qazinform.comKyrgyzstan and ADB discuss priority cooperation projects  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan agree on water-electricity swap - EurasianetKazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan agree on water-electricity swap  Eurasianet

State-Run Mining and Regulatory Sandboxes: What's in Kyrgyzstan's New Crypto Law? - Bitcoin.com NewsState-Run Mining and Regulatory Sandboxes: What's in Kyrgyzstan's New Crypto Law?  Bitcoin.com News

Kyrgyzstan’s Economic Boom Runs on Helping Aggressor State Russia Skirt Sanctions - UNITED24 MediaKyrgyzstan’s Economic Boom Runs on Helping Aggressor State Russia Skirt Sanctions  UNITED24 Media

Kyrgyzstan registers over 15,000 people with HIV - AKI PressKyrgyzstan registers over 15,000 people with HIV  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan building mega dam in “very dangerous place”, says Academy of Sciences head in earthquake warning - IntelliNewsKyrgyzstan building mega dam in “very dangerous place”, says Academy of Sciences head in earthquake warning  IntelliNews

Kloop Trial Underway in Kyrgyzstan: Witnesses, Experts Can’t Find ‘Calls for Mass Unrest’ - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineKloop Trial Underway in Kyrgyzstan: Witnesses, Experts Can’t Find ‘Calls for Mass Unrest’  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Kyrgyzstan Sees Growth in Mining Output Despite Fewer Licensed Operators - The Times Of Central AsiaKyrgyzstan Sees Growth in Mining Output Despite Fewer Licensed Operators  The Times Of Central Asia

Muftis of Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Turkey arrive in Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressMuftis of Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Turkey arrive in Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan Condemn Israel for Attack on Hamas in Qatar - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan Condemn Israel for Attack on Hamas in Qatar  The Times Of Central Asia

Salaries for medical workers to increase in 2026 in Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressSalaries for medical workers to increase in 2026 in Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

UNDP and Eldik Bank Partner to Advance Green Finance in Kyrgyzstan - The Times Of Central AsiaUNDP and Eldik Bank Partner to Advance Green Finance in Kyrgyzstan  The Times Of Central Asia

Association of Jewelers proposes free precious metals market in Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressAssociation of Jewelers proposes free precious metals market in Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan Adopts the Snow Leopard as Its National Symbol - The Times Of Central AsiaKyrgyzstan Adopts the Snow Leopard as Its National Symbol  The Times Of Central Asia

Kyrgyzstan promotes contactless payments with QR codes - AKI PressKyrgyzstan promotes contactless payments with QR codes  AKI Press

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan Agree on Joint Water and Energy Measures - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan Agree on Joint Water and Energy Measures  The Times Of Central Asia

Kyrgyzstan to open Nuclear Medicine Center - AKI PressKyrgyzstan to open Nuclear Medicine Center  AKI Press

Kyrgyz Energy Ministry Rejects Concerns About Seismic Safety of Future Kambarata-1 HPP - The Times Of Central AsiaKyrgyz Energy Ministry Rejects Concerns About Seismic Safety of Future Kambarata-1 HPP  The Times Of Central Asia

Kyrgyzstan's gold reserves estimated at around 2,000 tons - AKI PressKyrgyzstan's gold reserves estimated at around 2,000 tons  AKI Press

Transnational criminal group using SIM box busted in Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressTransnational criminal group using SIM box busted in Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

All opponents for Kyrgyzstan's youth football team announced for AFC U-23 Asian Cup final round - AKI PressAll opponents for Kyrgyzstan's youth football team announced for AFC U-23 Asian Cup final round  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan Crypto Law Approves State Mining and Digital Reserve - CoinfomaniaKyrgyzstan Crypto Law Approves State Mining and Digital Reserve  Coinfomania

Women-led businesses on the rise in Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressWomen-led businesses on the rise in Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan to introduce Amadeus system to track tourism - AKI PressKyrgyzstan to introduce Amadeus system to track tourism  AKI Press

At SCO-RATS meet in Kyrgyzstan, India calls to hold accountable sponsors, organisers, financiers of Pahalgam terror attack - Tribune IndiaAt SCO-RATS meet in Kyrgyzstan, India calls to hold accountable sponsors, organisers, financiers of Pahalgam terror attack  Tribune India

Kyrgyzstan prepares for 2026 tourist season - AKI PressKyrgyzstan prepares for 2026 tourist season  AKI Press

Traffic violations in Kyrgyzstan will now include photo evidence with time and location - traffic police - AKI PressTraffic violations in Kyrgyzstan will now include photo evidence with time and location - traffic police  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan to introduce mandatory licensing of tour operators - AKI PressKyrgyzstan to introduce mandatory licensing of tour operators  AKI Press

India, Kyrgyzstan’s Bilateral Investment Treaty comes into force - NewsonairIndia, Kyrgyzstan’s Bilateral Investment Treaty comes into force  Newsonair

Bank deposits in Kyrgyzstan reach 717 billion soms - AKI PressBank deposits in Kyrgyzstan reach 717 billion soms  AKI Press

Interest in starting new banks rises in Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressInterest in starting new banks rises in Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

Agricultural census to begin in Kyrgyzstan on November 1 - AKI PressAgricultural census to begin in Kyrgyzstan on November 1  AKI Press

Pensions for police veterans may increase soon in Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressPensions for police veterans may increase soon in Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Mr. Zheenbek Kulubaev Moldokanovich, sign the Protocol and exchange the Instrument of Ratification of Bilateral Investment Trea - PIBUnion Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Mr. Zheenbek Kulubaev Moldokanovich, sign the Protocol and exchange the Instrument of Ratification of Bilateral Investment Trea  PIB

Over 14,600 citizens of Kyrgyzstan legalize their stay in Russia - AKI PressOver 14,600 citizens of Kyrgyzstan legalize their stay in Russia  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan Approves Bill for Bitcoin Reserve - ForkLogKyrgyzstan Approves Bill for Bitcoin Reserve  ForkLog

90 stationary and 20 mobile cameras for recording traffic violations installed on several roads in Kyrgyzstan - AKI Press90 stationary and 20 mobile cameras for recording traffic violations installed on several roads in Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

US, Mexico, El Salvador, Croatia, Turkey, Romania, Finland, Kyrgyzstan, India and Sierra Leone Offer Adventurous Travelers a Chance to Explore Off-the-Beaten-Path Destinations with Rich Culture and Stunning Landscapes - Travel And Tour WorldUS, Mexico, El Salvador, Croatia, Turkey, Romania, Finland, Kyrgyzstan, India and Sierra Leone Offer Adventurous Travelers a Chance to Explore Off-the-Beaten-Path Destinations with Rich Culture and Stunning Landscapes  Travel And Tour World

Kyrgyzstan parliament approves crypto mining bill - CryptopolitanKyrgyzstan parliament approves crypto mining bill  Cryptopolitan

Kyrgyzstan initiates resolutions on prevention of travel of terrorists across SCO countries - AKI PressKyrgyzstan initiates resolutions on prevention of travel of terrorists across SCO countries  AKI Press

MP cites Swedish author on corruption in Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressMP cites Swedish author on corruption in Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

Notes on Kyrgyzstan - ChinaTalk | Jordan SchneiderNotes on Kyrgyzstan  ChinaTalk | Jordan Schneider

Kyrgyzstan attracts Indian students with affordable, NMC-aligned MBBS courses - India TodayKyrgyzstan attracts Indian students with affordable, NMC-aligned MBBS courses  India Today

Kyrgyzstan passes law to prioritise Kyrgyz over Russian - The HinduKyrgyzstan passes law to prioritise Kyrgyz over Russian  The Hindu

Kyrgyzstan among largest importers of vodka from Russia - 24.KGKyrgyzstan among largest importers of vodka from Russia  24.KG

Islamic Academy to be opened in Kyrgyzstan - 24.KGIslamic Academy to be opened in Kyrgyzstan  24.KG

Uzbekistan to Supply Electricity to Kazakhstan and Afghanistan in 2026 - The Times Of Central AsiaUzbekistan to Supply Electricity to Kazakhstan and Afghanistan in 2026  The Times Of Central Asia

Mission to Rescue Russian Climber in Kyrgyzstan Called Off - The Moscow TimesMission to Rescue Russian Climber in Kyrgyzstan Called Off  The Moscow Times

Kyrgyzstan Passes Bill for Crypto Reserve and Tokenized Assets Framework - Finance MagnatesKyrgyzstan Passes Bill for Crypto Reserve and Tokenized Assets Framework  Finance Magnates

AFC U-23 Asian Cup qualifiers: Kyrgyzstan to face Sri Lanka today - AKI PressAFC U-23 Asian Cup qualifiers: Kyrgyzstan to face Sri Lanka today  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan introduces state crypto reserve concept in new bill - CointelegraphKyrgyzstan introduces state crypto reserve concept in new bill  Cointelegraph

South Korean KOICA supports new fruit and vegetable logistics center in Batken, Kyrgyzstan - FreshPlazaSouth Korean KOICA supports new fruit and vegetable logistics center in Batken, Kyrgyzstan  FreshPlaza

Kyrgyzstan and Rothschild & Co. discuss joint projects and financial co-op - Trend News AgencyKyrgyzstan and Rothschild & Co. discuss joint projects and financial co-op  Trend News Agency

Kyrgyzstan prepares for agricultural census - AKI PressKyrgyzstan prepares for agricultural census  AKI Press

What Tokayev’s Visit Means for Kazakhstan–Kyrgyzstan Ties - The Astana TimesWhat Tokayev’s Visit Means for Kazakhstan–Kyrgyzstan Ties  The Astana Times

Kyrgyzstan's crypto market reaches 1 trillion soms in seven months - qazinform.comKyrgyzstan's crypto market reaches 1 trillion soms in seven months  qazinform.com

Number of people wishing to open new banks growing in Kyrgyzstan - 24.KGNumber of people wishing to open new banks growing in Kyrgyzstan  24.KG

EDB Estimates Central Asia-China Transport Connectivity Projects at $9 Billion - The Times Of Central AsiaEDB Estimates Central Asia-China Transport Connectivity Projects at $9 Billion  The Times Of Central Asia

Prices for dairy products and eggs in Kyrgyzstan decrease by 4.1% in half a year - AKI PressPrices for dairy products and eggs in Kyrgyzstan decrease by 4.1% in half a year  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan aims to build 40 tourist facilities in 40 districts - AKI PressKyrgyzstan aims to build 40 tourist facilities in 40 districts  AKI Press

Foreign direct investment in Kyrgyzstan's tourism sector in 2024 drops by 3 times - AKI PressForeign direct investment in Kyrgyzstan's tourism sector in 2024 drops by 3 times  AKI Press

How "Kyrgyzstan's Gold" Can Revive Villages and Save the Land: The Story of the Revival of Ferula - UNDPHow "Kyrgyzstan's Gold" Can Revive Villages and Save the Land: The Story of the Revival of Ferula  UNDP

Over 85,000 citizens of Kyrgyzstan blacklisted in Russia, including 20,000 minors - AKI PressOver 85,000 citizens of Kyrgyzstan blacklisted in Russia, including 20,000 minors  AKI Press

Nuclear Medicine Center to be established in Kyrgyzstan - 24.KGNuclear Medicine Center to be established in Kyrgyzstan  24.KG

Kyrgyzstan’s crypto exchanges process over $11 billion in months of activity - CryptopolitanKyrgyzstan’s crypto exchanges process over $11 billion in months of activity  Cryptopolitan

Kyrgyzstan presents preliminary findings and recommendations of the Country Gender Equality Profile - UN Women Europe and Central AsiaKyrgyzstan presents preliminary findings and recommendations of the Country Gender Equality Profile  UN Women Europe and Central Asia

What To See And Do In Kyrgyzstan: A Complete Guide For First-Time Visitors - Outlook TravellerWhat To See And Do In Kyrgyzstan: A Complete Guide For First-Time Visitors  Outlook Traveller

Kyrgyzstan looks to forge tighter economic bonds with China's Jiangxi province - Trend News AgencyKyrgyzstan looks to forge tighter economic bonds with China's Jiangxi province  Trend News Agency

Increased fines and criminal charges proposed in Kyrgyzstan for bringing phones and alcohol in prisons - AKI PressIncreased fines and criminal charges proposed in Kyrgyzstan for bringing phones and alcohol in prisons  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan aims to transition to electric vehicles by 2040 - AKI PressKyrgyzstan aims to transition to electric vehicles by 2040  AKI Press

Number of calls to child helpline increases by 35.7% in Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressNumber of calls to child helpline increases by 35.7% in Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

Film from Kyrgyzstan to participate in “Russia” Documentary Film Festival - 24.KGFilm from Kyrgyzstan to participate in “Russia” Documentary Film Festival  24.KG

General Prosecutors of Kyrgyzstan, Singapore and Saudi Arabia discuss bilateral ties - AKI PressGeneral Prosecutors of Kyrgyzstan, Singapore and Saudi Arabia discuss bilateral ties  AKI Press

Snow leopard to become national symbol of Kyrgyzstan - logo developed - AKI PressSnow leopard to become national symbol of Kyrgyzstan - logo developed  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan GNS Launches Pilot of Fiscal Software with Data Transmission for Food Sector on Akchabar - ???????Kyrgyzstan GNS Launches Pilot of Fiscal Software with Data Transmission for Food Sector on Akchabar  ???????

Joint Risk Assessment workshop to bolster One Health collaboration in Kyrgyzstan - World Health Organization (WHO)Joint Risk Assessment workshop to bolster One Health collaboration in Kyrgyzstan  World Health Organization (WHO)

Kyrgyzstan flooded with roubles, with almost 24 billion more transferred on Akchabar - ???????Kyrgyzstan flooded with roubles, with almost 24 billion more transferred on Akchabar  ???????

WHO in Kyrgyzstan to conduct a tabletop simulation exercise on natural disasters with zoonotic disease outbreaks - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO in Kyrgyzstan to conduct a tabletop simulation exercise on natural disasters with zoonotic disease outbreaks  World Health Organization (WHO)

Delegation of Parliament of Kyrgyzstan attends first Asian-African Parliamentary Council meeting - AKI PressDelegation of Parliament of Kyrgyzstan attends first Asian-African Parliamentary Council meeting  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan & Tajikistan Border Deal - Drishti IASKyrgyzstan & Tajikistan Border Deal  Drishti IAS

National Youth Agency under President of Kyrgyzstan proposed to be established - AKI PressNational Youth Agency under President of Kyrgyzstan proposed to be established  AKI Press

Two Kyrgyz citizens repatriated from Nigeria - AKI PressTwo Kyrgyz citizens repatriated from Nigeria  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan's Aero Nomad to take first A330-200 - ch-aviationKyrgyzstan's Aero Nomad to take first A330-200  ch-aviation

Mufti of Azerbaijan arrives in Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressMufti of Azerbaijan arrives in Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

World Bank to continue supporting projects in Kyrgyzstan - 24.KGWorld Bank to continue supporting projects in Kyrgyzstan  24.KG

Kyrgyzstan Government Advances Bill Calling for State Cryptocurrency Reserve - CoinspeakerKyrgyzstan Government Advances Bill Calling for State Cryptocurrency Reserve  Coinspeaker

Kyrgyzstan passes virtual assets reserve bill - bloomingbitKyrgyzstan passes virtual assets reserve bill  bloomingbit

Parliament of Kyrgyzstan approves criminal liability for attacks on doctors - 24.KGParliament of Kyrgyzstan approves criminal liability for attacks on doctors  24.KG

10 medical facilities in Chui region receive equipment from Japan - AKI Press10 medical facilities in Chui region receive equipment from Japan  AKI Press

Accounts receivable of enterprises in Kyrgyzstan exceed 594 billion soms - 24.KGAccounts receivable of enterprises in Kyrgyzstan exceed 594 billion soms  24.KG

OSCE Chairperson-in-Office Special Envoy Hakala to visit Kyrgyzstan - qazinform.comOSCE Chairperson-in-Office Special Envoy Hakala to visit Kyrgyzstan  qazinform.com

Kyrgyzstan: Parliament Weakens Torture Protection, Media Freedom - Human Rights WatchKyrgyzstan: Parliament Weakens Torture Protection, Media Freedom  Human Rights Watch

All traffic violation cameras in Kyrgyzstan to be operational by year-end - 24.KGAll traffic violation cameras in Kyrgyzstan to be operational by year-end  24.KG

Kyrgyzstan denies rumours about re-registering legalised cars by power of attorney on Akchabar - ???????Kyrgyzstan denies rumours about re-registering legalised cars by power of attorney on Akchabar  ???????

Strengthening Border Security: UNODC and Kyrgyzstan Expand Cooperation to New Frontiers - United Nations Office on Drugs and CrimeStrengthening Border Security: UNODC and Kyrgyzstan Expand Cooperation to New Frontiers  United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime

Has Kyrgyzstan Benefited From Its Membership of the EAEU? - The Times Of Central AsiaHas Kyrgyzstan Benefited From Its Membership of the EAEU?  The Times Of Central Asia

In Kyrgyzstan, Director-General plants seedlings, opens photo exhibit and visits agricultural facilities - Food and Agriculture OrganizationIn Kyrgyzstan, Director-General plants seedlings, opens photo exhibit and visits agricultural facilities  Food and Agriculture Organization

"I believe in life again": How UNDP helps to fight against tuberculosis in Kyrgyzstan - UNDP"I believe in life again": How UNDP helps to fight against tuberculosis in Kyrgyzstan  UNDP