Elections

Pressure to Strip Kyrgyz Politicians of Immunity, Benefits

Embarrassment as plans to buy comfortable seats for parliament have to be shelved.

15 Oct 15

Holding a contested election without a foregone conclusion was an achievement in itself.

6 Oct 15

With much to play for, parties have been going the extra mile to secure votes.

4 Oct 15

Obstacles remain to a scheme aimed at boosting both security and electoral transparency.

2 Oct 15

Thirty per cent quota may not translate into female candidates taking their fair share of seats in October 4 polls.

1 Oct 15

Voters say they need reassurance that the process will be transparent.

29 Sep 15

Many of the current legislators are likely to make it into the next parliament, even if they have shifted party allegiance.

25 Sep 15

Main political groupings go through mergers and defections, but the essence of politics remains the same.

16 Sep 15

Debate audiences examine the pluses and minuses of engaging with insurgents.

11 Sep 15

"I couldn’t make myself go and vote. How could I?"

8 Sep 15

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