Kyrgyzstan

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

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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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Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan pays official visit to Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressForeign Minister of Kazakhstan pays official visit to Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan bans online porn in crackdown on internet freedoms - ReutersKyrgyzstan bans online porn in crackdown on internet freedoms  Reuters

Kyrgyzstan inks Vietnamese Firms for 1.9 GW Solar Projects - Saur EnergyKyrgyzstan inks Vietnamese Firms for 1.9 GW Solar Projects  Saur Energy

Kyrgyzstan government takes over internet access - Developing TelecomsKyrgyzstan government takes over internet access  Developing Telecoms

South Korean Firm to Launch EV Charging Station Production in Kyrgyzstan - The Times Of Central AsiaSouth Korean Firm to Launch EV Charging Station Production in Kyrgyzstan  The Times Of Central Asia

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

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

Kyrgyzstan bans online pornography to 'protect moral and ethical values' - FirstpostKyrgyzstan bans online pornography to 'protect moral and ethical values'  Firstpost

Kyrgyzstan Inks Landmark Deal for 1.9 GW Solar Project with Vietnamese Developers - SolarQuarterKyrgyzstan Inks Landmark Deal for 1.9 GW Solar Project with Vietnamese Developers  SolarQuarter

Kyrgyzstan signs investment deals with Vietnamese firms for 1.9GW solar PV power plant - PV TechKyrgyzstan signs investment deals with Vietnamese firms for 1.9GW solar PV power plant  PV Tech

Greece gets Greco finalist at U17 Worlds; Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan keep up - uww.orgGreece gets Greco finalist at U17 Worlds; Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan keep up  uww.org

Kyrgyzstan and Qatar discuss expanding cooperation in healthcare sector - AKI PressKyrgyzstan and Qatar discuss expanding cooperation in healthcare sector  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan Restores Irrigation System Amid Growing Water Demand - The Times Of Central AsiaKyrgyzstan Restores Irrigation System Amid Growing Water Demand  The Times Of Central Asia

Production volume of wine drops by almost 60% in Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressProduction volume of wine drops by almost 60% in Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan Begins Dried Apricot Exports to China - The Times Of Central AsiaKyrgyzstan Begins Dried Apricot Exports to China  The Times Of Central Asia

Athletes from Kyrgyzstan win 334 medals in six months - AKI PressAthletes from Kyrgyzstan win 334 medals in six months  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan Introduces Meat Price Regulation Amid Export Surge - The Times Of Central AsiaKyrgyzstan Introduces Meat Price Regulation Amid Export Surge  The Times Of Central Asia

Kyrgyzstan Launches “Mekenim 1+1” Program to Support Returning Migrants - The Times Of Central AsiaKyrgyzstan Launches “Mekenim 1+1” Program to Support Returning Migrants  The Times Of Central Asia

Cabinet of Ministers signs investment agreement with RECA LLC - Rox Energy Global on solar energy project with capacity of up to 1,900 MW - AKI PressCabinet of Ministers signs investment agreement with RECA LLC - Rox Energy Global on solar energy project with capacity of up to 1,900 MW  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan and China Launch Joint Project to Preserve Ancient Silk Road City - The Times Of Central AsiaKyrgyzstan and China Launch Joint Project to Preserve Ancient Silk Road City  The Times Of Central Asia

Vietnamese Company to Build Solar Power Plant in Kyrgyzstan - The Times Of Central AsiaVietnamese Company to Build Solar Power Plant in Kyrgyzstan  The Times Of Central Asia

Russia looks to Kyrgyzstan’s crypto industry to evade sanctions - CoinGeekRussia looks to Kyrgyzstan’s crypto industry to evade sanctions  CoinGeek

India ready to provide assistance to Kyrgyzstan in oncology issues - 24.KGIndia ready to provide assistance to Kyrgyzstan in oncology issues  24.KG

Vietnamese firms ink deal for 1.9-GW solar project in Kyrgyzstan - Renewables NowVietnamese firms ink deal for 1.9-GW solar project in Kyrgyzstan  Renewables Now

Kyrgyzstan bans access to online pornography - bne IntelliNewsKyrgyzstan bans access to online pornography  bne IntelliNews

Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan boost cooperation in crypto and blockchain technologies - Profit by Pakistan TodayPakistan and Kyrgyzstan boost cooperation in crypto and blockchain technologies  Profit by Pakistan Today

World Breastfeeding Week starts in Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressWorld Breastfeeding Week starts in Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan tightens control over media with new false news laws - Committee to Protect JournalistsKyrgyzstan tightens control over media with new false news laws  Committee to Protect Journalists

As sanctions hamper Kyrgyz banking sector, crypto trading booms - EurasianetAs sanctions hamper Kyrgyz banking sector, crypto trading booms  Eurasianet

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

Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan to strengthen collaboration in cryptocurrency and blockchain innovation - nation.com.pkPakistan and Kyrgyzstan to strengthen collaboration in cryptocurrency and blockchain innovation  nation.com.pk

Kyrgyzstan signs 1.9 GW solar deal - pv magazine InternationalKyrgyzstan signs 1.9 GW solar deal  pv magazine International

Kyrgyzstan’s economy overheating, fear officials - bne IntelliNewsKyrgyzstan’s economy overheating, fear officials  bne IntelliNews

Water usage fees triple revenue in Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressWater usage fees triple revenue in Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan to Revolutionize Its Energy Sector with a Massive Solar Power Plant - Travel And Tour WorldKyrgyzstan to Revolutionize Its Energy Sector with a Massive Solar Power Plant  Travel And Tour World

Kyrgyzstan sees almost two-fold surge in FDI outflow in Q1 2025 - AKI PressKyrgyzstan sees almost two-fold surge in FDI outflow in Q1 2025  AKI Press

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

National Bank of Kyrgyzstan explains raise of its key rate and implications for banking sector - AKI PressNational Bank of Kyrgyzstan explains raise of its key rate and implications for banking sector  AKI Press

The Crypto Landscape: Kyrgyzstan as a Sanctions Evasion Hub? - OneSafeThe Crypto Landscape: Kyrgyzstan as a Sanctions Evasion Hub?  OneSafe

Border post opens in Kyrgyzstan after renovation - AKI PressBorder post opens in Kyrgyzstan after renovation  AKI Press

4 magnitude earthquake occurs on border of China, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan - AKI Press4 magnitude earthquake occurs on border of China, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan  AKI Press

Construction Minister highlights extensive construction boom in Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressConstruction Minister highlights extensive construction boom in Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan Proposes Controversial Criminal Code Changes Targeting Recidivism, Limiting Official Liability - The Times Of Central AsiaKyrgyzstan Proposes Controversial Criminal Code Changes Targeting Recidivism, Limiting Official Liability  The Times Of Central Asia

Kyrgyzstan's agricultural output grows by 3.8% in H1 - AKI PressKyrgyzstan's agricultural output grows by 3.8% in H1  AKI Press

Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan to visit Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressForeign Minister of Kazakhstan to visit Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

China, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Mongolia Reveal Hidden Corners of Asia Through Bold New Travel Routes - Travel And Tour WorldChina, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Mongolia Reveal Hidden Corners of Asia Through Bold New Travel Routes  Travel And Tour World

Kyrgyzstan sees sharp increase in FDI outflow in Q1 2025 - AKI PressKyrgyzstan sees sharp increase in FDI outflow in Q1 2025  AKI Press

Is Kyrgyzstan Fueling Russia’s Sanctions Evasion Through Crypto? - Brave New CoinIs Kyrgyzstan Fueling Russia’s Sanctions Evasion Through Crypto?  Brave New Coin

Mine developers in Kyrgyzstan increase payments by 30% in H1 - AKI PressMine developers in Kyrgyzstan increase payments by 30% in H1  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan's domestic trade grows, riding wave of fuel retail boom - Trend News AgencyKyrgyzstan's domestic trade grows, riding wave of fuel retail boom  Trend News Agency

Minister of Construction of Uzbekistan visiting Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressMinister of Construction of Uzbekistan visiting Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan sets new state debt management strategy for 2025-2027 - AKI PressKyrgyzstan sets new state debt management strategy for 2025-2027  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan aim to boost trade, energy, and tourism ties - AKI PressKyrgyzstan and Pakistan aim to boost trade, energy, and tourism ties  AKI Press

Number of recipients of social benefits in Kyrgyzstan exceeds 112,000 - AKI PressNumber of recipients of social benefits in Kyrgyzstan exceeds 112,000  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan's construction sector booms with 142.5% growth in H1 2025 - AKI PressKyrgyzstan's construction sector booms with 142.5% growth in H1 2025  AKI Press

China, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan Expands Travel Options With Six Unique Small-Group Tours Starting March 2026 - Travel And Tour WorldChina, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan Expands Travel Options With Six Unique Small-Group Tours Starting March 2026  Travel And Tour World

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)

President of International Council of Traditional Music arrives in Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressPresident of International Council of Traditional Music arrives in Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan Moves to Curb Free Expression - Human Rights WatchKyrgyzstan Moves to Curb Free Expression  Human Rights Watch

Kyrgyzstan ratifies $22.5 million agreement with ADB on Multisector Activities Support Facility - AKI PressKyrgyzstan ratifies $22.5 million agreement with ADB on Multisector Activities Support Facility  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan introduces state meat price control and export restrictions due to regional price hikes - AKI PressKyrgyzstan introduces state meat price control and export restrictions due to regional price hikes  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan introduces "self-ban" on loans to combat financial fraud - AKI PressKyrgyzstan introduces "self-ban" on loans to combat financial fraud  AKI Press

China, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, And Mongolia Feature In New Small-group Trips As Aussie Demand For Authentic Travel Surges - Travel And Tour WorldChina, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, And Mongolia Feature In New Small-group Trips As Aussie Demand For Authentic Travel Surges  Travel And Tour World

Public Confidence in Kyrgyz Banking Sector Rises Amid Robust Growth - The Times Of Central AsiaPublic Confidence in Kyrgyz Banking Sector Rises Amid Robust Growth  The Times Of Central Asia

Adaptive and inclusive educational programs for kindergartens developed in Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressAdaptive and inclusive educational programs for kindergartens developed in Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

Football team of Kyrgyzstan (U17) wins friendly match with Bahrain - 24.KGFootball team of Kyrgyzstan (U17) wins friendly match with Bahrain  24.KG

Labor Ministry of Kyrgyzstan names most active regions in field of employment - 24.KGLabor Ministry of Kyrgyzstan names most active regions in field of employment  24.KG

Kyrgyzstan's national budget revenues surge by 38.6% in H1 2025 - AKI PressKyrgyzstan's national budget revenues surge by 38.6% in H1 2025  AKI Press

Nearly 500,000 vehicles in Kyrgyzstan now covered by mandatory car insurance - AKI PressNearly 500,000 vehicles in Kyrgyzstan now covered by mandatory car insurance  AKI Press

Number of processing enterprises in Kyrgyzstan rises to 425 - AKI PressNumber of processing enterprises in Kyrgyzstan rises to 425  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan and South Korea discuss water management and climate resilience - AKI PressKyrgyzstan and South Korea discuss water management and climate resilience  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan bans pornographic content online to protect moral values - AKI PressKyrgyzstan bans pornographic content online to protect moral values  AKI Press

Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan sign multiple MoUs to deepen cooperation, enhance trade to $100 million - Arab NewsPakistan, Kyrgyzstan sign multiple MoUs to deepen cooperation, enhance trade to $100 million  Arab News

Health Ministry of Kyrgyzstan, UNDP strengthen cooperation to modernize sector - 24.KGHealth Ministry of Kyrgyzstan, UNDP strengthen cooperation to modernize sector  24.KG

Kyrgyzstan Moves to Tighten Passenger Transport Regulations - The Times Of Central AsiaKyrgyzstan Moves to Tighten Passenger Transport Regulations  The Times Of Central Asia

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

AI helps Emergencies Ministry of Kyrgyzstan predict mountain lake outbursts - 24.KGAI helps Emergencies Ministry of Kyrgyzstan predict mountain lake outbursts  24.KG

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 supplies 7 billion cbm of irrigation water in current season - AKI PressKyrgyzstan supplies 7 billion cbm of irrigation water in current season  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan to modernize rural libraries - AKI PressKyrgyzstan to modernize rural libraries  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan to exchange diplomatic properties - AKI PressKyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan to exchange diplomatic properties  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan and Global Green Growth Institute discuss climate investment and sustainable development - AKI PressKyrgyzstan and Global Green Growth Institute discuss climate investment and sustainable development  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan ranks 4th at U17 Greco-Roman World Championships - AKI PressKyrgyzstan ranks 4th at U17 Greco-Roman World Championships  AKI Press

Attacks on Doctors Surge in Kyrgyzstan Amid Systemic Failures - The Times Of Central AsiaAttacks on Doctors Surge in Kyrgyzstan Amid Systemic Failures  The Times Of Central Asia

"Cotton: The Cotton Heritage of Kyrgyzstan" exhibition opens in Osh - AKI Press"Cotton: The Cotton Heritage of Kyrgyzstan" exhibition opens in Osh  AKI Press

Festival of Traditional Music Rukh Sanat opens in Issyk-Kul region - 24.KGFestival of Traditional Music Rukh Sanat opens in Issyk-Kul region  24.KG

Kyrgyzstan honors Turkish doctors for contributions to transplant medicine - AKI PressKyrgyzstan honors Turkish doctors for contributions to transplant medicine  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan sign memo on cooperation in halal trade - AKI PressKyrgyzstan and Pakistan sign memo on cooperation in halal trade  AKI Press

Kyrgyzstan Imposes State Monopoly on Internet Traffic - Kursiv MediaKyrgyzstan Imposes State Monopoly on Internet Traffic  Kursiv Media

Celebrating 80 years with 80 hectares of forest in Kyrgyzstan - Food and Agriculture OrganizationCelebrating 80 years with 80 hectares of forest in Kyrgyzstan  Food and Agriculture Organization

Digital 2025: Kyrgyzstan - DataReportal – Global Digital InsightsDigital 2025: Kyrgyzstan  DataReportal – Global Digital Insights

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

Kyrgyzstan self-sufficient in seven key food products, aims to boost meat and egg production - AKI PressKyrgyzstan self-sufficient in seven key food products, aims to boost meat and egg production  AKI Press

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

"Cotton: The Cotton Heritage of Kyrgyzstan" exhibition opens in Osh - AKI Press"Cotton: The Cotton Heritage of Kyrgyzstan" exhibition opens in Osh  AKI Press

India-Kyrgyzstan Bilateral Investment Treaty Comes Into Force - Deccan ChronicleIndia-Kyrgyzstan Bilateral Investment Treaty Comes Into Force  Deccan Chronicle

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)

Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan sign inter-MFA cooperation program for 2025-2026 - AKI PressKyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan sign inter-MFA cooperation program for 2025-2026  AKI Press

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

Kyrgyzstan's e-commerce tax collection up 17.9% in H1 2025 - AKI PressKyrgyzstan's e-commerce tax collection up 17.9% in H1 2025  AKI Press