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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Kyrgyzstan’s vibrant civil society fights for human rights - ohchrKyrgyzstan’s vibrant civil society fights for human rights  ohchr

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign historic border agreement after decades of disputes - Euronews.comKyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign historic border agreement after decades of disputes  Euronews.com

Kyrgyzstan's new credit rating 'opens door' to Eurobond debut - GlobalCapitalKyrgyzstan's new credit rating 'opens door' to Eurobond debut  GlobalCapital

17 things to know before going to Kyrgyzstan - Lonely Planet17 things to know before going to Kyrgyzstan  Lonely Planet

China congratulates Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan on signing border agreement - XinhuaChina congratulates Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan on signing border agreement  Xinhua

Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan Plan Faster Routes from Almaty to Issyk-Kul - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan Plan Faster Routes from Almaty to Issyk-Kul  The Times Of Central Asia

Reetika loses Olympic rematch vs Kyrgyzstan wrestler, settles for silver - The New Indian ExpressReetika loses Olympic rematch vs Kyrgyzstan wrestler, settles for silver  The New Indian Express

Cabinet of Ministers approves agreement on transfer of sentenced persons between Kyrgyzstan and Italy - AKIpress News AgencyCabinet of Ministers approves agreement on transfer of sentenced persons between Kyrgyzstan and Italy  AKIpress News Agency

India-Kyrgyzstan joint military exercise Khanjar-XII begins in Tokmok - Business StandardIndia-Kyrgyzstan joint military exercise Khanjar-XII begins in Tokmok  Business Standard

Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan: Put Rights at Center of Border Deal - Human Rights WatchKyrgyzstan, Tajikistan: Put Rights at Center of Border Deal  Human Rights Watch

Kyrgyzstan eyes debut international bond next month - TradingViewKyrgyzstan eyes debut international bond next month  TradingView

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

All amusement rides in Kyrgyzstan to be checked after Panfilov Park accident - AKIpress News AgencyAll amusement rides in Kyrgyzstan to be checked after Panfilov Park accident  AKIpress News Agency

European Commission to consider removal of air carriers of Kyrgyzstan from EU Air Safety List in May 2026 - AKIpress News AgencyEuropean Commission to consider removal of air carriers of Kyrgyzstan from EU Air Safety List in May 2026  AKIpress News Agency

PISA 2025 test starts in Kyrgyzstan - AKIpress News AgencyPISA 2025 test starts in Kyrgyzstan  AKIpress News Agency

Kyrgyzstan exports pharmaceuticals for $407,400 in 2 months - AKIpress News AgencyKyrgyzstan exports pharmaceuticals for $407,400 in 2 months  AKIpress News Agency

Kyrgyzstan's team secures 20th victory in World Cup qualifying matches - AKIpress News AgencyKyrgyzstan's team secures 20th victory in World Cup qualifying matches  AKIpress News Agency

Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan plans to increase number of kidney transplant surgeries - AKIpress News AgencyMinistry of Health of Kyrgyzstan plans to increase number of kidney transplant surgeries  AKIpress News Agency

Kyrgyzstan leads in Eurasian Economic Union in garment production growth rate in 2025 - AKIpress News AgencyKyrgyzstan leads in Eurasian Economic Union in garment production growth rate in 2025  AKIpress News Agency

Presidents of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan attend Nooruz celebrations at central stadium in Khujand - AKIpress News AgencyPresidents of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan attend Nooruz celebrations at central stadium in Khujand  AKIpress News Agency

Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan sign border junction deal - News.azKyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan sign border junction deal  News.az

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan Reach Historic Border Delimitation Agreement - The Jamestown FoundationKyrgyzstan and Tajikistan Reach Historic Border Delimitation Agreement  The Jamestown Foundation

Kyrgyzstan records 10 fires in a day - AKIpress News AgencyKyrgyzstan records 10 fires in a day  AKIpress News Agency

Kyrgyzstan interested in studying experience of North Macedonia in school education - AKIpress News AgencyKyrgyzstan interested in studying experience of North Macedonia in school education  AKIpress News Agency

HRW: Tajikistan-Kyrgyzstan border deal should prioritize human rights - JURIST Legal NewsHRW: Tajikistan-Kyrgyzstan border deal should prioritize human rights  JURIST Legal News

Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan set to export clean energy to Pakistan - Trend News AgencyKyrgyzstan, Tajikistan set to export clean energy to Pakistan  Trend News Agency

Kyrgyzstan: Türk says human rights are best guide where different interests must be balanced - ohchrKyrgyzstan: Türk says human rights are best guide where different interests must be balanced  ohchr

Kyrgyzstan reports decline in remittances from Russia - Trend News AgencyKyrgyzstan reports decline in remittances from Russia  Trend News Agency

Two Earthquakes Strike Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, Causing Damage in Talas Region - The Times Of Central AsiaTwo Earthquakes Strike Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, Causing Damage in Talas Region  The Times Of Central Asia

Kyrgyzstan exports goods for 166 million and imports for $1.1 billion in 2 months - AKIpress News AgencyKyrgyzstan exports goods for 166 million and imports for $1.1 billion in 2 months  AKIpress News Agency

Slovak companies keen on dam and power plant projects in Kyrgyzstan (Exclusive) - Trend News AgencySlovak companies keen on dam and power plant projects in Kyrgyzstan (Exclusive)  Trend News Agency

The President of Kyrgyzstan proposed to introduce an analogue of the Schengen visa in Central Asia - EADailyThe President of Kyrgyzstan proposed to introduce an analogue of the Schengen visa in Central Asia  EADaily

Kyrgyzstan and Italy to cooperate on extradition of criminals - AKIpress News AgencyKyrgyzstan and Italy to cooperate on extradition of criminals  AKIpress News Agency

Hungarian ultra low cost airline ready to operate flights to Kyrgyzstan - AKIpress News AgencyHungarian ultra low cost airline ready to operate flights to Kyrgyzstan  AKIpress News Agency

Kyrgyzstan's Bishkek highlights cost savings in road infrastructure dev't - Trend News AgencyKyrgyzstan's Bishkek highlights cost savings in road infrastructure dev't  Trend News Agency

S&P hands Kyrgyzstan ‘B+/B’ sovereign rating as country prepares for debut eurobond - bne IntelliNewsS&P hands Kyrgyzstan ‘B+/B’ sovereign rating as country prepares for debut eurobond  bne IntelliNews

Kyrgyzstan's parliament backs air link expansion with Hungary - Trend News AgencyKyrgyzstan's parliament backs air link expansion with Hungary  Trend News Agency

85% of taxes in Kyrgyzstan paid by large businesses, 15% by small and medium businesses - AKIpress News Agency85% of taxes in Kyrgyzstan paid by large businesses, 15% by small and medium businesses  AKIpress News Agency

The Authoritarian Roots and Implications of the Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan Border Agreement - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineThe Authoritarian Roots and Implications of the Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan Border Agreement  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan activate CASA-1000 power project - 24 News HDTajikistan, Kyrgyzstan activate CASA-1000 power project  24 News HD

Kyrgyzstan says to swap land with Tajikistan, ending years-long spat - The HinduKyrgyzstan says to swap land with Tajikistan, ending years-long spat  The Hindu

Work with Fitch and Moody's to allow private sector in Kyrgyzstan to obtain sovereign ceiling - Minister - AKIpress News AgencyWork with Fitch and Moody's to allow private sector in Kyrgyzstan to obtain sovereign ceiling - Minister  AKIpress News Agency

Social contract participants can receive up to 200,000 soms of interest-free loans in Kyrgyzstan - Labor Ministry - AKIpress News AgencySocial contract participants can receive up to 200,000 soms of interest-free loans in Kyrgyzstan - Labor Ministry  AKIpress News Agency

S&P Kyrgyzstan Assigned 'B+' Sovereign Ratings Outlook Stable - TradingViewS&P Kyrgyzstan Assigned 'B+' Sovereign Ratings Outlook Stable  TradingView

Presidents of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan hold trilateral talks - AKIpress News AgencyPresidents of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan hold trilateral talks  AKIpress News Agency

Kyrgyzstan Strengthens Business and Human Rights Agenda - United Nations Development ProgrammeKyrgyzstan Strengthens Business and Human Rights Agenda  United Nations Development Programme

UN chief hails Kyrgyz-Tajik border treaty breakthrough - UN NewsUN chief hails Kyrgyz-Tajik border treaty breakthrough  UN News

Agreement on point of intersection of borders of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan signed - AKIpress News AgencyAgreement on point of intersection of borders of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan signed  AKIpress News Agency

Electric Stations imports 62 million kWh of electricity from Russia in 2025 - AKIpress News AgencyElectric Stations imports 62 million kWh of electricity from Russia in 2025  AKIpress News Agency

Trilateral meeting of Presidents of Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan in Khujand - Pakistan TodayTrilateral meeting of Presidents of Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan in Khujand  Pakistan Today

Khujand Declaration and Diplomacy in Central Asia - SpecialEurasiaKhujand Declaration and Diplomacy in Central Asia  SpecialEurasia

Kyrgyzstan And Tajikistan's Border Agreement: Deal Of The Century? - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyKyrgyzstan And Tajikistan's Border Agreement: Deal Of The Century?  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

China, India, Germany, Vietnam, Kyrgyzstan Boost Travel with Air Astana Expansion of Spring-Summer Schedule with New International Routes and Seasonal Flights from Kazakhstan - Travel And Tour WorldChina, India, Germany, Vietnam, Kyrgyzstan Boost Travel with Air Astana Expansion of Spring-Summer Schedule with New International Routes and Seasonal Flights from Kazakhstan  Travel And Tour World

Kyrgyzstan, North Macedonia take bold steps to strengthen agricultural ties - Trend News AgencyKyrgyzstan, North Macedonia take bold steps to strengthen agricultural ties  Trend News Agency

Kyrgyzstan's team takes 5th place at Asian Wrestling Championships in Jordan - AKIpress News AgencyKyrgyzstan's team takes 5th place at Asian Wrestling Championships in Jordan  AKIpress News Agency

Tajik, Kyrgyz and Uzbek presidents sign historical treaty to boost regional cooperation - XinhuaTajik, Kyrgyz and Uzbek presidents sign historical treaty to boost regional cooperation  Xinhua

Kyrgyz Republic Annual Country Report 2024 - Country Strategic Plan 2023 - 2027 - ReliefWebKyrgyz Republic Annual Country Report 2024 - Country Strategic Plan 2023 - 2027  ReliefWeb

Presidents of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan visit Khujand Fortress - AKIpress News AgencyPresidents of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan visit Khujand Fortress  AKIpress News Agency

S&P Global Ratings affirms Kyrgyzstan at B+ - AKIpress News AgencyS&P Global Ratings affirms Kyrgyzstan at B+  AKIpress News Agency

Stele erected at junction of borders of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan to be inaugurated with online presence of Presidents - AKIpress News AgencyStele erected at junction of borders of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan to be inaugurated with online presence of Presidents  AKIpress News Agency

Regulation of border issues has become one of key achievements of last several years: President Japarov - AKIpress News AgencyRegulation of border issues has become one of key achievements of last several years: President Japarov  AKIpress News Agency

Kyrgyzstan - IFADKyrgyzstan  IFAD

Ministers of Culture of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan vow to boost cooperation - AKIpress News AgencyMinisters of Culture of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan vow to boost cooperation  AKIpress News Agency

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

Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan sign border deal to boost regional stability - France 24Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan sign border deal to boost regional stability  France 24

Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan sign deal on junction point of state borders - Az?rtacKyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan sign deal on junction point of state borders  Az?rtac

S&P Global Ratings notes 9% growth of GDP of Kyrgyzstan in 2022-2024 - AKIpress News AgencyS&P Global Ratings notes 9% growth of GDP of Kyrgyzstan in 2022-2024  AKIpress News Agency

Enhancing RCCE-IM skills: training for immunization workers in Kyrgyzstan - World Health Organization (WHO)Enhancing RCCE-IM skills: training for immunization workers in Kyrgyzstan  World Health Organization (WHO)

84% of cars registered in Kyrgyzstan are more than 15 years old - AKIpress News Agency84% of cars registered in Kyrgyzstan are more than 15 years old  AKIpress News Agency

OTS Secretary General makes statement on Border Treaty signing between Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan - AKIpress News AgencyOTS Secretary General makes statement on Border Treaty signing between Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan  AKIpress News Agency

National women's team of Kyrgyzstan holds 7th place at Asian Championship in Jordan - AKIpress News AgencyNational women's team of Kyrgyzstan holds 7th place at Asian Championship in Jordan  AKIpress News Agency

Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan sign historic treaty for regional cooperation, mutual prosperity - Associated Press of PakistanUzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan sign historic treaty for regional cooperation, mutual prosperity  Associated Press of Pakistan

Albania, Madagascar, Slovenia, Kyrgyzstan, Uruguay, Georgia And Namibia Showcase Unique Travel Destinations With Untouched Landscapes And Rich Heritage - Travel And Tour WorldAlbania, Madagascar, Slovenia, Kyrgyzstan, Uruguay, Georgia And Namibia Showcase Unique Travel Destinations With Untouched Landscapes And Rich Heritage  Travel And Tour World

First stage of legalization of cars with foreign registration plates starts in Kyrgyzstan - AKIpress News AgencyFirst stage of legalization of cars with foreign registration plates starts in Kyrgyzstan  AKIpress News Agency

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign deal to end long-running border dispute - ReutersKyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign deal to end long-running border dispute  Reuters

9 fires occur in Kyrgyzstan in a day - AKIpress News Agency9 fires occur in Kyrgyzstan in a day  AKIpress News Agency

GCC welcomes Khujand Declaration on border cooperation between Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan - The Peninsula QatarGCC welcomes Khujand Declaration on border cooperation between Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan  The Peninsula Qatar

Commercial freight transportation of Kyrgyzstan grows by 5.8% - AKIpress News AgencyCommercial freight transportation of Kyrgyzstan grows by 5.8%  AKIpress News Agency

Kyrgyzstan appoints new head of operator Elkat - TelecompaperKyrgyzstan appoints new head of operator Elkat  Telecompaper

S&P Global places Kyrgyzstan's sovereign credit rating at B+ - Trend News AgencyS&P Global places Kyrgyzstan's sovereign credit rating at B+  Trend News Agency

India, Kyrgyzstan gear up for Exercise Khanjar; to showcase elite tactics and cutting-edge weaponry - ThePrintIndia, Kyrgyzstan gear up for Exercise Khanjar; to showcase elite tactics and cutting-edge weaponry  ThePrint

4.3-magnitude earthquake jolts north of Kyrgyzstan - AKIpress News Agency4.3-magnitude earthquake jolts north of Kyrgyzstan  AKIpress News Agency

Import of goods from Turkiye by Kyrgyzstan grows by 8% in February - AKIpress News AgencyImport of goods from Turkiye by Kyrgyzstan grows by 8% in February  AKIpress News Agency

New EU-funded project launched to strengthen digital health in Kyrgyzstan - World Health Organization (WHO)New EU-funded project launched to strengthen digital health in Kyrgyzstan  World Health Organization (WHO)

Uzbekistan-Kyrgyzstan trade rises 70% since start of 2025 - Daryo.uzUzbekistan-Kyrgyzstan trade rises 70% since start of 2025  Daryo.uz

China congratulates Kyrgyzstan,Tajikistan, Uzbekistan on signing border treaty - bastillepost.comChina congratulates Kyrgyzstan,Tajikistan, Uzbekistan on signing border treaty  bastillepost.com

Foreign direct investment from Turkey, Luxembourg and Germany grow in Kyrgyzstan - AKIpress News AgencyForeign direct investment from Turkey, Luxembourg and Germany grow in Kyrgyzstan  AKIpress News Agency

UHC-Partnership: Kyrgyzstan controls the prices of essential medicines in pursuit of health for all - World Health Organization (WHO)UHC-Partnership: Kyrgyzstan controls the prices of essential medicines in pursuit of health for all  World Health Organization (WHO)

Free societies are good for business says UN rights chief, wrapping up visit to Kyrgyzstan - UN NewsFree societies are good for business says UN rights chief, wrapping up visit to Kyrgyzstan  UN News

Kyrgyzstan's Foreign Minister to visit India on Friday, hold talks with EAM Jaishankar - ANI NewsKyrgyzstan's Foreign Minister to visit India on Friday, hold talks with EAM Jaishankar  ANI News

Fire safety simulation exercise enhances emergency preparedness in Kyrgyzstan - World Health Organization (WHO)Fire safety simulation exercise enhances emergency preparedness in Kyrgyzstan  World Health Organization (WHO)

Kyrgyzstan - General DebateKyrgyzstan  General Debate

Kyrgyzstan’s Gold Reserves Could Last a Century, Says Top Geologist - The Times Of Central AsiaKyrgyzstan’s Gold Reserves Could Last a Century, Says Top Geologist  The Times Of Central Asia

Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan sign trilateral treaty on the junction point of their state borders - ASIA-PlusTajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan sign trilateral treaty on the junction point of their state borders  ASIA-Plus

Kyrgyzstan celebrates Eid al-Fitr - AKIpress News AgencyKyrgyzstan celebrates Eid al-Fitr  AKIpress News Agency

5 high school students from Kyrgyzstan admitted to world's prestigious universities - AKIpress News Agency5 high school students from Kyrgyzstan admitted to world's prestigious universities  AKIpress News Agency

Historic Khujand Summit Paves Way for Peace in the Ferghana Valley - The Times Of Central AsiaHistoric Khujand Summit Paves Way for Peace in the Ferghana Valley  The Times Of Central Asia

Kyrgyzstan: Journalists sentenced to years in prison - International Federation of Journalists - IFJKyrgyzstan: Journalists sentenced to years in prison  International Federation of Journalists - IFJ

Trade between Kyrgyzstan and EU countries 41% down in January - AKIpress News AgencyTrade between Kyrgyzstan and EU countries 41% down in January  AKIpress News Agency

Greco-Roman wrestlers of Kyrgyzstan claim 2 medals at Asian Championship in Jordan - AKIpress News AgencyGreco-Roman wrestlers of Kyrgyzstan claim 2 medals at Asian Championship in Jordan  AKIpress News Agency