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'Many violations' in Kyrgyz vote, BBC (2007)

 

Kyrgyzstan: Field Narrowed Ahead Of Campaigning For National Elections, RadioFreeEurope (2007)

This is an article about the upcoming parliamentary elections in Kyrgyzstan.

Spokesman: Kyrgyz president accepts resignation of PM, China View (2007)

This is an article about the resignation of the Kyrgyz PM Almazbek Atambayev.

Modern election campaigning and propaganda in Kyrgyzstan, Ferghana.ru (2009)

Less than a month prior to presidential elections in Kyrgyzstan Ferghana.Ru correspondent walked through the streets of Bishkek to learn how the presidential candidates run their campaign and convince the voters that "they are the best". Current President Kurmanbek Bakiev has most competitive positions.

Kyrgyzstan: President Bakiev to spend more money on election campaign than other candidates, Ferghana.ru (2009)

The central election committee in Kyrgyzstan published data on election campaign budgets of presidential candidates, 24.kg news agency reports. As of end of June, 2009 the President Kurmanbek Bakiev already spent KGS14.705 million. He has the biggest election fund – KGS35.5385 million.

More at Stake in Kyrgyz presidential vote, RFERL (2009)

Political analyst Marat Kazakbaev told RFE/RL's Kyrgyz Service that the system will work to see Bakiev reelected. But he said that Almaz Atambaev, the candidate of the unified opposition who heads the Social Democratic Party (SDP), could provide stiff competition for the incumbent. Another political analyst in Kyrgyzstan, Mars Sariev, says the outcome of the race seems clear already.

Kyrgyz Presidential Challenger's Supporters Detained, RadioFreeEurope (2009)

On 18 June 2009, a group of opposition supporters was detained by police in Kyrgyzstan's Talas district on the first day of campaigning for an upcoming presidential election, RFE/RL's Kyrgyz Service reports.

Lone Woman Approved For Kyrgyz Presidential Bid, RadioFreeEurope (2009)

Kyrgyzstan's Central Election Commission has registered the only female applicant bidding to compete in July's presidential election. Toktaiym Umetalieva, the 49-year-old chairwoman of the Association of Nongovernmental and Nonprofit Organizations, was the country's first-ever female candidate for president when she ran against eventual winner Kurmanbek Bakiev in 2005.

Kyrgyzstani presidential elections, Wikipedia (2009)

An article about upcoming presidential elections in Kyrgyzstan, mainly covers candidates and the pre-election campaign.

Preliminary findings on Kyrgyzstan elections, OSCE (2009)

The OSCE election observation mission deployed to monitor the 23 July presidential election in Kyrgyzstan will deliver its preliminary statement at a news conference on Friday.

Kyrgyzstan: the winner is known, but the opponents still struggle, Ferghana.ru (2009)

Since the last two weeks the political struggle for the presidential chair in Kyrgyzstan has intensified significantly. All the candidates "moved" from the capital to the regions. The candidates intensified the propaganda, facing threats, insult, spoiling even evil eye.

Kyrgyzstan: By the decision of Constitutional court the President must cancel his membership in the party, Ferghana.ru (2009)

The Constitutional court (CC) of Kyrgyzstan satisfied the claim of the Bakyt Beshimov, the leader of opposition Social-Democratic parliamentary party, announcing that, in accordance with the Constitution, the President of Kyrgyzstan must cancel his membership in the political party for the period of official presidential service.

Kyrgyzstan: The administration of Nookat local police precinct is fired due to the death of the journalist, Ferghana.ru (2009)

According to the press-service of Internal Affairs Ministry of Kyrgyzstan, several officers of Nookat local police precinct were fired due to the death of journalist Almaz Tashiev that came as the result of injuries, caused by police officer.

Kyrgyz presidential election failed to meet key OSCE commitments, despite some positive elements, OSCE/ODIHR (2009)

Kyrgyzstan's presidential election failed to meet key OSCE commitments, despite some positive elements, the OSCE election observation mission concluded in a preliminary statement released today. "We are pleased to see some political pluralism and an active civil society, but this was undermined by an overall uneven playing field in which the distinction between the ruling party and the State was blurred," said Senator Consiglio Di Nino, Special Co-ordinator of the OSCE short-term observers and Head of the delegation of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly.

Withdrawals, Protests Mar Kyrgyz Election, RadioFreeEurope (2009)

Kurmanbek Bakiev appears headed for reelection as Kyrgyz president, as the central election commission announced that the incumbent had won 87.7 percent of the vote. United Opposition candidate, Atambaev said his monitors had documented cases of widespread ballot stuffing, and that a number of his monitors had been harassed. But the central election commission said it had no evidence of serious violations.

Kyrgyz Opposition Vows Protests Over Disputed Vote, RadioFreeEurope (2009)

BISHKEK (Reuters) -- Kyrgyzstan's opposition on July 25 denounced incumbent Kurmanbek Bakiev's landslide victory in the July 23 presidential election saying its candidate won more than 60 percent of votes and promising more protests.

Kyrgyzstan: Opposition, Western Observers Blast Kyrgyz Vote, RadioFreeEurope (2009)

Election monitors from the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) have expressed disappointment over a presidential vote in Kyrgyzstan that it says "fell short of key standards." Authorities have called the voting a runaway victory for incumbent President Kurmanbek Bakiev, who they say is ahead of his closest rival by nearly 80 percent late in the tally.

Son Of Jailed Kyrgyz Politician Vows To Challenge Government, RFE/RL (2010)

The article reports about opposition political movement to be formed against the acting Kyrgyz government. The initiator of this movement is Ruslan Isakov, the son of a Kyrgyz polititian Ismail Isakov, who broke with Bakiev's government in 2008 and joined the opposition. Soon after, Ismail Isakov was put into prison for corruption and his son lives in self-imposed exile in the United States. Ruslan Isakov's goal is to create a political movement abroad to challenge "the antidemocratic regime of President Kurmanbek Bakiev", which is taking Kyrgyzstan to "a catastrophic downfall" as "journalists are being killed, the population is getting poorer, and opposition leaders are declared 'enemies of the nation.'"

Kyrgyz Establish Movement In U.S., RFE/RL (2010)

Kyrgyz nationals in the United States have established a group called the Kyrgyz Movement for Democracy Abroad in Washington. The Kyrgyz Movement for Democracy plans to begin a new satellite television channel accessible in Kyrgyzstan.

Kyrgyzstan: Do Central Asia's Gender Quotas Help Or Hurt Women?, RFE/RL (2010)

The article presents situation in Kyrgyzstan and in Central Asia in general, connected with gender equality in politics and women's representation in parliament and the executive.

Kyrgyz Opposition Party Demands President And His Son Resign, RFE/RL (2010)

The article writes that Kyrgyz opposition demands resignation of president Bakiyev and his son, because of involvement of one of their partners in embezzling 2.7 billion from Italian telecom companies.

Opposition Activists Clash With Police In Kyrgyzstan, RFE/RL (2010)

The article reports that opposition activists have clashed with the police today in Bishkek, capital city of Kyrgyzstan, and Osh, a southern city. Up to 60 activists have been reportedly detained.

Kyrgyz President Won't Back Down, As Opposition Claims Power, RFE/RL (2010)

The article writes about the deadly protests in Kyrgyzstan on 08 April 2010, and informs that by 4pm, president Bakiyev was still refusing to resign and was claiming that he will not relinquish power to an opposition coalition that said it was forming an interim government in the wake of a violent uprising. A video of the protest in avaiable, too.

Opposition Forces In Kyrgyzstan Claim Power, Form Interim Government, RFE/RL (2010)

The articles writes that five-year-old government of Kyrgyz President Kurmanbek Bakiev appears to have been ousted by opposition forces following two days of clashes between antigovernment protesters and police that left as many as 40 people dead and 400 wounded. Opposition leader Roza Otunbaeva is heading a temporary "caretaker government" after Bakiev was forced to flee the capital of Bishkek.

Kyrgyzstan: experts voice concern about possibility of prolonged strife, RFE/RL (2010)

The article expresses concern about the situation in Kyrgyzstan, saying that with marauding bands continuing to rule the night in Bishkek, and Kurmanbek Bakiyev making mischief in his southern stronghold, country’s new leaders are facing the prospect of a prolonged period of strife in the Central Asian state. Some experts are worried that continuing disorder in the country could exacerbate long-simmering regional tension. The interim government headed by Roza Otunbayeva is struggling to bring order to the capital, which erupted in mob violence on April 7, causing the collapse of the Bakiyev administration.

Kyrgyzstan: Not the Tulip Revolution All Over Again, TOL (2010)

The article analyses sismilarities and differences of April 2010 protests and March 2005 "Tulip Revolution" in Kyrgyzstan.

Kyrgyz opposition claims power: analysts' view, Reuters (2010)

The article presents views of analysts on recent events in Kyrgyzstan. Kyrgyzstan's opposition said on Thursday, April 8, it has taken over the government after protests forced President Kurmanbek Bakiyev to flee the capital. The unrest, which killed dozens of people in Bishkek on Wednesday, was sparked by growing discontent over corruption and rising prices in a nation where a third of the 5.3 million population live below the poverty line. Here are some analysts' comments on the unrest.

Kyrgyzstan: ousted president's comeback bid ends in retreat

The article reports that a bid by the nominal Kyrgyz president, Kurmanbek Bakiyev, to stage a comeback in Kyrgyzstan's second largest city, Osh, ended in fiasco on April 15 after he was forced to beat an ignominious retreat amid chaotic competing demonstrations.

Bakiev Insists He's Still Kyrgyzstan's President, RFE/RL (2010)

The article reports about the first public comments of Kyrgyzstan's ousted leader from exile, who said he remains the legitimate president of the country and called on the international community not to recognize the interim government in Bishkek.

Newly Appointed Chairwoman Of Kyrgyz Election Commission Resigns, RFE/RL (2010)

The article informs that the newly appointed chairwoman of Kyrgyzstan's Central Election Commission has stepped down after just one day on the job. Tolekan Ismailova, a prominent human rights activist, told that her decision to resign was based on the fact that "many of the Kyrgyz interim government's decrees were adopted without taking Kyrgyz laws into account."

Is Kyrgyzstan's Revolution Ready For Export?, RFE/RL (2010)

The central question posed in the article is whether the recent political upheaval that brought down Kyrgyz President Kurmanbek Bakiev could have a domino effect on other countries in Central Asia? The events have been portrayed as a wake-up call to other Central Asian leaders, lest their citizens follow the example set in neighboring Kyrgyzstan. And there are ample similarities between Kyrgyzstan and its fellow Central Asian states to give credence to the suggestion.

Kyrgyz Youth To Hold Forum On New Constitution, RFE/RL (2010)

On May 11, Kyrgyz youth organizations are planning a forum in the southern city of Osh to discuss the country's new draft constitution.

Constitutional Crunch Time In Kyrgyzstan, RFE/RL (2010)

"Is Kyrgyzstan about to re-establish its image as the most democratic state in Central Asia, or will the interim government only worsen the spirit of discontent?" - is the central question posed in the article. This week a special council is releasing a draft of the new constitution up for approval in a national referendum in late June.

Kyrygzstan’s Constitutional Referendum Causing Civil Society-Provisional Government Rift, EurasiaNet (2010)

The article writes that Kyrgyzstan’s provisional leaders are counting on an upcoming constitutional referendum of June 27, 2010 to foster stability and legitimize the country’s political transition. But civil society activists do not approve of approaches of the provisional government. The voters will be asked 3 questions in a singe yes-no vote: new constitution, endorsing the acting head of the provisional government as president until the end of 2011, as well as approving the abolishment of the Constitutional Court.

Senior Kyrgyz Interim Government Official Quits Post, Creates Own Party, RFE/RL (2010)

The article informs that the Kyrgyz interim government's chief of staff has resigned from his post in order to establish a new political party ahead of parliamentary elections this fall.

Kyrgyz Constitutional Referendum Still Planned, Despite Unrest, RFE/RL (2010)

The articles says that Kyrgyz interim authorities are still planning to hold constitutional referendum on 27 June 2010, as planned, despite deadly clashes in the south of the country. Kyrgyz leadership is affraid that in case of postponing the referendum, the situation may become even worse.

Kyrgyz referendum 'backs constitutional change plan', BBC (2010)

Teh article reports about the results of referendum held in Kyrgyzstan yesterday, June 27. Almost all votes are counted already and preliminary results show that voters in Kyrgyzstan have given clear approval to a new constitution giving parliament more power.

Kyrgyz Voting Calm After Violence, New York Times (2010)

Teh article writes about constitutional referendum in Kyrgyzstan, held on 27 June. If passed, the new constitution would make Kyrgyzstan the first parliamentary republic in Central Asia, an area dominated by authoritarian presidents.

Kyrgyzstan: 70 percent of electorate attended the referendum, 90 percent voted in support, Ferghana.ru (2010)

The article informs that by the morning of June 28, 2010, 93 percent of voting protocols, i.e. data from 2122 polling stations out of 2319, were processed in Kyrgyzstan. Overall, nearly 70 percent of electorate attended the referendum. Preliminary results indicate that 90.82 percent of electorate (nearly 1.7 million citizens) voted in support of new constitution while other 7.86 percent (over 145 thousand) voted against.

OSCE Praises Kyrgyz Referendum, As Russia Warns Of Risks, RFERL (2010)

The article reports that OSCE has praised Kyrgyzstan for holding a "largely transparent" referendum on a new constitution on 27 June 2010, but Russia has voiced concern the new political system might allow extremist groups to come to power.

Kyrgyz and Uzbeks Turn Out to Vote for Stability, EurasiaNet (2010)

The article writes that a few weeks after Kyrgyzstan's worst violence in the post-Soviet era, voters turned out in larger-than-expected numbers on June 27 to cast ballots in a constitutional referendum. Many voters said they yearned for a return of stability to Kyrgyzstan.

Constitutional Referendum Passes in Kyrgyzstan, The New York Times (2010)

Preliminary results indicate that the constitutional referendum to establish a parliamentary system has passed with more than ninety percent of the vote.

Kyrgyzstan Adopts New Constitution, VOA (2010)

Initial results from a referendum on constitutional reform indicates that about ninety percent have supported the change which would establish a parliamentary system. There have been some concerns that the vote of the system could lead to ethnic violence.

OSCE observers back Kyrgyzstan referendum, BBC (2010)

International observers have indicated that Kyrgyzstan's constitutional referendum was mostly peaceful and transparent. The constitutional reform is a stage in establishing a parliamentary system in the country.

Ousted Kyrgyzstan president calls Sunday referendum illegitimate, CNN (2010)

President Kurmanbek Bakiev who was ousted in April has called the referendum on the constitution illegitimate. The referendum to change the constitution with the aim of reforming the electoral system passed with more than 90% support.

Kyrgyzstan:Back on Track in Bishkek, The Wall Street Journal (2010)

This article discusses the recent constitutional referendum held in Kyrgyzstan and the implications for electoral system reform in the country. The reforms which are the first step to establishing a parliamentary system in the country had more than 90% support in the vote.

Otunbayeva officially becomes Kyrgyz President, Voice of Russia (2010)

While announcing the official results of the referendum on the Constitution the Chairman of the Central Election Commission in Kyrgyzstan also declared Roza Otunbayeva the transitional president until 2011.

Top Kyrgyz officials resign to take part in parliamentary elections, Radio Free Europe (2010)

This article discusses the resignation of two deputy chairmen of Kyrgyzstan's interim government. The two politicians, Omurbek Tekebaev and Temir Sariev , had to present their resignations in order to run for the upcoming parliamentary elections.

Another Top Kyrgyz Official Resigns To Stand In Elections, Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (2010)

Another official in the interim government has resigned to participate in the upcoming parliamentary elections. Deputy Chairman Temir Sariev said that all candidates should resign to avid a conflict of interest.

Kyrgyzstan Forms New Government, RFE/RL (2010)

The article mentions that Kyrgyzstan's President Roza Otunbaeva has formed a caretaker government that will run the country until parliamentary elections in October.

Kyrgyzstan: President Roza Otunbaeva presented the program before the government, Ferghana.ru (2010)

The article reports that on July 16 Kyrgyz government held the first session, where Roza Otunbaeva - president and prime minister - gave a speech, dedicated to the June tragedy, urgent tasks of the government and upcoming parliamentary elections.

Kyrgyzstan set October 10 date for parliamentary vote, Reuters (2010)

This article reports on the decision to hold election on October 10. These elections would create the first parliamentary democracy in Central Asia. On the June 27 referendum, most of the voters supported the constitutional reforms to become a parliamentary democracy proposed by acting President Roza Otunbayeva.

Kyrgyzstan president announces election date, The Telegraph (2010)

This article discusses the Kyrgyz President's announcement of the election schedule. The situation remains tense, especially in cities like Osh and Jalalabad, where ethnic violence killed more than 2,000 people in June.

Over 50 parties to participate in parliamentary elections in Kyrgyzstan, RIA Novosti (2010)

This article reports on the Central Electoral Committee's announcement for the upcoming elections in Kyrgyzstan. 57 political parties already registered for the October elections, announce by the President Roza Otunbayeva in April. A preliminary research estimated that the elections will cost $3 million.

OSCE experts, Kyrgyzstan's authorities discuss how to improve elections, OSCE/ODIHR (2010)

The press release informs that OSCE/ODIHR representatives had meeting with the authorities in Kyrgyzstan on 24 and 25 August, where they discussed measures to improve elections in Kyrgyzstan, including providing for effective and timely remedy to complaints, improving voter lists and promoting fair media coverage. ODIHR is going to observe the parliamentary elections in October at the invitation of Kyrgyzstan's government.

Кыргызстан: Бишкек готовится к выборам и интифаде, НГ (2010)

Статья передает, что всего четыре политические партии из 57 заявивших подали документы в ЦИК Киргизии для участия в парламентских выборах 10 октября. Сегодня – последний день приема списков кандидатов и документов, удостоверяющих внесение избирательного залога. В статье также анализируется ситуациа действующего правительства страны и причины по которым многие политические партии не могут участвовать в выборах.

Kyrgyzstan’s Uzbeks Sitting Out Parliamentary Campaign, EurasiaNet (2010)

The article reports that ahead upcoming parliamentary elections in Kyrgyzstan, some representatives of the Uzbek minority try to take an opportunity to try to enhance minority rights. But the majority of Uzbeks, mindful of the harm that their community suffered during the June violence in southern Kyrgyzstan, is hesitant to get involved in the political process.

Kyrgyzstan's election: A vote into the unknown, The Economist (2010)

The article reports about the preelectoral situation in Kyrgyzstan. It states that the ongoing election campaign is the most compatitive that Central Asia has ever seen. Meanwhile, security concerns and human rights problems of ethnic minorities still remain important issues. Shortly before elections, it is still difficult to predict what parties will take over in the new Parliament.

Five Kyrgyz parties pass election threshold, Reuters (2010)

This article reports on the elections in Kyrgyzstan. According to the preliminary results, five parties out of 29 have passes the 5% threshold to enter the parliament. The Central Election Commission also announced that Ata Zhurt, a party supported by the southern regions of the country, is leading the race, but votes are still being counted. This elections mark the end of a 20-year authoritarian regime.

Kyrgyz president hails ‘first free election’, The Financial Times (2010)

This article discusses the outcomes of the Sunday elections in Kyrgyzstan. Roza Otunbayeva, the Kyrgyz interim president, celebrated the elections as a an historic vote for the country. The voter turnout was lower than expected (56.59%), but the number of electoral malpractices witnessed in the past decreased radically.

No clear winner in Kyrgyzstan poll, Aljazeera (2010)

This article reports on the vote counting operations in Kyrgyzstan. The preliminary results show that, as expected, no party won a clear majority and the country will probably be ruled by a coalition government. Despite some episodes of violence in the weeks before the elections, election day was peaceful and no major incident was reported.

Elections in Kyrgyzstan: 93% of ballots are processed. 5 parties gain seats in the parliament. The leader is Ata-Jurt party, Ferghana.ru (2010)

The article reports about preliminary results of parliamentary elections held in Kyrgyzstan on Sunday. 93% of ballots have been processed and 5 parties have passed the 5% theshold: Ata-Jurt, the idealistic democratic political party gained 8.59% of votes, Social-democratic party of Kyrgyzstan (SDPK) – 7.98%, Ar-Namys – 7.07%, Respublika – 7.03%, Ata-Meken socialistic party – 5.95%. It is expected that each of these parties will also gain 0.5% regional share.

After Season Of Unrest, Kyrgyzstan Votes In Key Parliamentary Elections, RFE/RL (2010)

The article gives an overview of the election environment in Kyrgyzstan, covering the political situation, geopolitical aspects, problems of the ethnic Uzbek minority in the South of the country, etc. According to the central electoral commission, nearly 57% of the registered 2.8 million voters have participated in the parliamentary poll on 10 October. Ata-Jurt, a nationalist party that has strong support among ethnic Kyrgyz in the south, is narrowly leading a broad field with some 9 percent of the vote.

Kyrgyzstan: Voting Passes Calmly - But Uncertainty Persists as Count Begins, EurasiaNet (2010)

The article reports about October 10 parliamentary elections in Kyrgyzstan, with a special focus on the participation of ethnic Uzbeks and their choices in the election.

Kyrgyzstan's vibrant and pluralistic parliamentary elections constitute further consolidation of democracy, OSCE/ODIHR (2010)

This is the press release of OSCE ODIHR election observation mission about parliamentary elections in Kyrgyzstan held on October 10, 2010.

Tough coalition talks seen after Kyrgyz vote, Reuters (2010)

The article presents an overview of Kyrgyz parliamentary elections and predicts tough negotiations lying ahead to form a coalition - none of the 5 parties that have won parliamentary seats has received more than 9% of votes.

Analysis - Kyrgyz political battle is only beginning, Reuters (2010)

The article analizes the challenges facing Kyrgyz democracy building efforts following October 10 parliamentary elections. This was the first election held in Kyrgyzstan after its shift to parliamentary system in the result of constitutional referendum of June 2010.

Kyrgyz losing party supporters block highway, demanding vote recount, Trend.az (2010)

The article writes that supporters of the Butun Kyrgyzstan Party, which failed to pass the 5-percent vote threshold to the Kyrgyz parliamentary (4.84% received), blocked a highway between Bishkek and Osh in the southern Jalal-Abad region and demanded recount of votes.

Global Insights: Kyrgyzstan Election Benefits Regional Security, WPR (2010)

The article analyses recent parliamentary elections in Kyrgyzstan, gives credit to the conduct of free, fair and non-violent elections in the country and presents the positive impact that the election will have on stabilizing the situation in Kyrgyzstan and the entire region.

Kyrgyzstan: Protests as Party Questions Election Result, EurasiaNet (2010)

The article reports about a post-election instability and protests connected with the fact that the nationalist Butun Kyrgyzstan (United Kyrgyzstan) party failed to overcome the 5% threshold to enter the parliament. The party officials and supporters claim that electoral officials “playing with the figures” have deprived them of a voice in parliament.

Kyrgyz Election Victors Travel To Moscow, RFE/RL (2010)

The article reports that leaders of at least three parties that have won seats in te new parliament have travelled to Moscow to discuss with Russia politicians their coalition building plans.

Kyrgyzstan: CEC announced final results of parliamentary elections, Ferghana.ru (2010)

The article informs that according to final election results, 5 parties will be represented in the Kyrgyz parliament. According to CEC, Ata-Jurt will gain 28 seats in the parliament, SDPK – 26, Ar-Namys – 25, Respublika – 23, Ata-Meken – 18.

First Session Of New Kyrgyz Paliament Postponed Again, RFE/RL (2010)

The article report that the dirst session of Kyrgyz parliament will not be held today. This session was already postponed on November 8 till November 9, and is now postponed for an unspecified period.

Kyrgyzstan: Parliament Convenes, but Governing Coalition Remains Elusive, EurasiaNet (2010)

The article reports that Kyrgyzstan’s new lawmakers, representing five political parties, took their offices on November 10. At the opening session, provisional President Roza Otunbayeva implored assembled deputies “to be above political intrigues and ambitions” and called on them to nominate a prime minister and cabinet by November 27.

Kyrgyzstan Launches Second Attempt To Form Coalition, RFERL (2010)

The article reports that Kyrgyzstan's parliament has renewed its attempt for forming a coalition government. October 10, 2010 parliamentary elections failed to produce a clear winner. On November 10, 3 of 5 parties elected to the parliment agreed to form a coalition but cold not come to an agreement about the candidacy of the Speaker of Parliament.

Respublika Party Announces Agreement On New Kyrgyz Coalition, RFE/RL (2010)

The article reports that three of the five political parties elected to the Kyrgyz Parliament that agreet to form a governing coalition, two weeks after a previous alliance collapsed amid disagreement. The Respublika party announced today it will join a coalition with the Social Democratic Party and the Ata-Jurt Party.

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Kyrgyzstan Approves New Government, RFERL (2010)

The article informs that Kyrgyzstan has approved a new government, forming the first parliamentary republic in Central Asia. The coalition government controls 77 seats in a 120-seat parliament. The prime minister is Almazbek Atambaev, a Russia-leaning politician adn the leader of the Social Democratic Party.

Kyrgyzstan: Akhmatbek Keldibekov is elected the chairman of new parliament, Ferghana.ru (2010)

The article reports that the parliamentary of Kyrgyzstan elected its Speaker – Akhmatbek Keldibekov, the leader of the rightist Ata Jurt party.

Kyrgyzstan: Parliamentary Elections, Final Report, OSCE/ODIHR (2010)

The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (OSCE/ODIHR) deployed an Election Observation Mission on 7 September 2010, to observe the October 10 parliamentary elections. For election day observation, the OSCE/ODIHR joined efforts with observer delegations from the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly (OSCE PA) and the European Parliament (EP). This report was published on December 20.

Kyrgyzstan: omurkulov elected mayor of Bishkek in the next four years, Kloop (2011)

The article reports that Social Democrat Isa Omurkulov was elected the mayor of Bishkek, receiving votes from 39 of 44 councillors in the Bishkek city council. A second candidate refused to participate. Civil rights activists are unhappy that Omurkulov won re-election unopposed.

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The shadow parliament and shadow government are established in Kyrgyzstan, Ferghana (2011)

The article informs that the national congress of political parties in Kyrgyzstan, consisting of 20 political organizations established the shadow parliament and shadow government. The alternative government will consist of 15 ministries. Their task is generation of ideas and programs and opposition to the official government.

Kyrgyz President Says Won't Run For Second Term, RFE/RL (2011)

The article reports that Kyrgyz President Roza Otunbaeva does not intend to run in the next presidential election scheduled for later this year. With this step, she intends to demonstrate respect towards the laws adopted on the national referendum in June 2010.

Sacked Kyrgyz Prosecutor-General To Run For President, RFE/RL (2011)

The article informs that former acting Kyrgyz Prosecutor-General Kubatbek Baibolov is going to run for president in this fall's election. President Roza Otunbaeva sacked Baibolov as the country's acting prosecutor-general on March 31 for his wife's alleged involvement in corrupt financial deals with MegaCom, the country's leading communications service provider, and Baibolov's failure to pursue criminal charges against MegaCom officials after they bought his family's house. Babanov, the head of the Respublika party, is considered by many to be a potential presidential candidate.

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Kyrgyzstan confirms Atambaev won presidential poll, RFE/RL (2011)

The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan confirmed on November 12 that the winner of the 2011 presidential elections held on October 30 is a former prime minister Almazbek Atambaev. The article reports that, according to the election results, he received an absolute majority of the votes, nearly 63%, which eliminates the need for a second round of voting.