Kirgisistan
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OSCE Police Advisory Group in Kyrgyzstan
(OSCE Other Field Activities)
Beginn: 07/10
OSCE Centre in Bishkek
(OSCE Other Field Activities)
Beginn: 07/98
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OSCE opens election observation mission (30.05.2005)
(Quelle: RFE / RL) The OSCE's Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) announced in a press release on the organization's web site (http://www.osce.org) on 26 May that its election observation mission for the 10 July presidential election in Kyrgyzstan has begun its work. The mission consists of 15 Bishkek-based experts and 21 long-term observers in the regions; an additional 300 short-term observers will arrive shortly before the election.
Deutschland unterstützt Demokratisierungsprozess (25.05.2005)
(Quelle: DW Fokus Ost-Südost) Die Bundesregierung gewährt Kirgisistan finanzielle Hilfe für die Durchführung der Präsidentschaftswahlen. Zugleich sollen in dem zentralasiatischen Land Projekte mit bis zu 20 Millionen Euro gefördert werden. … Im Rahmen der OSZE-Wahlbeobachtermission für die Präsidentschaftswahlen werden etwas 50 Beobachter aus Deutschland kommen.
Camp established as refugees flee Uzbek violence (16.05.2005)
(Quelle: Irinnews) The United Nations in Kyrgyzstan has launched an assessment mission to the south of the country and the goverment has opened a refugee camp, after more than 1,000 Uzbeks crossed into the country following three days of violence in eastern Uzbekistan. Human rights groups in Uzbekistan estimate the clashes left 600 people dead.
Kyrgyz presidential race narrows (13.05.2005)
(Quelle: BBC) Kyrgyzstan's ex-security chief Felix Kulov has reportedly agreed not to stand as president in July elections. … He and acting President Kurmanbek Bakiev had been seen as key contenders to replace the ousted leader in the summer elections. But sources in Bishkek say Mr Kulov is now willing to serve as prime minister if Mr Bakiev becomes president.
Kyrgyzstan after the revolution (04.05.2005)
(Quelle: International Criris Group) The ousting of President Askar Akaev in March, ending his increasingly authoritarian fourteen-year rule, was a major step, but as Kyrgyzstan heads toward July presidential elections, the risk of instability remains high. New leaders need to undertake serious reform to redress imbalances created by Akaev's centralisation of power and weak state institutions. They must also confront a looming economic crisis, a wave of land seizures, criminal groups that pose a growing security risk, and, ultimately, the north-south split. The first priority is re-establishing control throughout the country and holding free and fair elections.
OSCE pledges support for presidential poll (15.04.2005)
(Quelle: Irinnews) Europe's largest security body, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), is going to support the interim Kyrgyz authority in holding presidential elections slated for 10 July, following the change of regime in the country. ... The Vienna-based body plans to support aspects of the electoral process in coordination with other international organisations and local civic groups.
Election date decided (11.04.2005)
(Quelle: BBC) Kyrgyzstan will hold presidential elections on 10 July, the country's parliament decided on Monday. It also voted to accept the resignation of ousted President Askar Akayev. One key figure now likely to run is Felix Kulov, who has had corruption charges against him overturned by the Supreme Court.
Kyrgyzstan faces post-Akayev future (04.04.2005)
(Quelle: BBC) The transition of power has been largely peaceful, and the opposition's main leader, Kurmanbek Bakiev, has been appointed as interim president. But there are concerns about the stability of the new government. A rift in the leadership emerged almost immediately after Mr Akayev's departure.
Geflohener Präsident Akajew tritt zurück - Neuwahlen (03.04.2005)
(Quelle: FAZ) Nach dem Machtwechsel in der zentralasiatischen Republik Kirgistan hat der geflohene Präsident Askar Akajew offiziell seinem Rücktritt zugestimmt. Er machte damit den Weg frei für die am 26. Juni geplanten Wahlen in dem zentralasiatischen Land, in dem es kurz vor Ostern zum Umsturz gekommen war.
Kyrgyzstan's new Parliament convenes (30.03.2005)
(Quelle: Washington Post) Kyrgyzstan's new parliament held its first session as the country's undisputed legislature Wednesday, but it was marred by delay and protests, underscoring the country's political disorder since opposition protesters drove out President Askar Akayev last week. The session began a day after Akayev said in an interview from Russia that he would formally resign if given legal protections - the first sign the longtime leader might be willing to yield power. Interim leader Kurmanbek Bakiyev has promised Akayev immunity and security, but the ousted president said he had no confidence in the offer.
Legislators set new date for elections (29.03.2005)
(Quelle: RFE / RL) Kyrgyz parliamentarians today took further steps to erase the remnants of ousted President Askar Akayev's rule as they set 26 June as the date for new presidential polls. Lawmaker Iskhak Masaliev announced the decision to reporters immediately after the voting by members of the outgoing, bicameral Kyrgyz parliament.
Police quell protest in Kyrgyzstan's capital (24.03.2005)
(Quelle: Washington Post) Kyrgyz police violently broke up an anti-government protest in the capital on Wednesday, and the newly appointed security chief told opponents of President Askar Akayev that he was ready to use armed force to crush unrest. Akayev named a top policeman, Keneshbek Dushebayev, to be interior minister to deal with street protests against his rule. Opposition supporters have taken control of two major cities in the south; some people here fear civil war in the Central Asian country.
Kyrgyzstan opposition strong, lacks unity (22.03.2005)
(Quelle: Washington Post) Like the opposition leaders who were the linchpins of uprisings in Ukraine and Georgia, the main figures of the protests gripping Kyrgyzstan demand more democracy and an end to corruption and poverty. But unlike the leaders of the 'Orange' and 'Rose' revolutions in those former Soviet republics, the opposition groups in Kyrgyzstan haven't yet unified. They also haven't been able to carry their demonstrations to the capital.
Election protests continue (16.03.2005)
(Quelle: Irinnews) Opposition protest continued in many parts of Kyrgyzstan on Wednesday, expressing popular discontent with Sunday's run-off polls that have resulted in a strong majority for pro-government parties. The opposition accuses authorities of widespread abuses in the elections, in which President Askar Akayev secured an overwhelmingly loyal parliament.
Kyrgyz opposition gains voice (14.03.2005)
(Quelle: BBC) With most of the results in from Kyrgyzstan's second round of elections, it is now clear the new parliament will contain a vocal opposition element. The new assembly will also have greater powers than the old parliament, as this central Asian nation prepares to elect a new president later in the year.
Protests at Kyrgyz vote result (08.03.2005)
(Quelle: ISN) Demonstrators alleging government interference in the parliamentary election have rallied across Kyrgyzstan to demand that the results of the poll be set aside. From north to south, President Askar Akaev is facing calls for early presidential elections and the annulment of the 27 February vote, which the opposition said was unfair and dishonest. … An almost total information blackout means many people in Kyrgyzstan still have little idea of what’s going on. Most websites are blocked, RFE/RL’s Kyrgyz service Azattyk is off the air, and state run television channels have been largely silent about the allegations of electoral fraud.
International Observers Differ in Assessments (02.03.2005)
(Quelle: RFE/RL) Asan Kozhakov, head of the CIS observer mission, noted some irregularities but deemed the elections 'transparent, open, and legitimate,' ITAR-TASS reported on 28 February. But Kimmo Kiljunen, who headed the OSCE observer mission, told a news conference in Bishkek on 28 February that the elections, 'while more competitive than previous elections, fell short of OSCE commitments and other international standards in a number of important areas'.
"Managed Democracy" Hits Snag in Kyrgyzstan (01.03.2005)
(Quelle: Eurasianet) While the Kyrgyz parliamentary election featured the usual international criticism about electoral flaws, the results clearly did not hand President Akayev the type of victory that many political analysts in Bishkek had expected. In 44 of the 75 electoral districts, the tallies were indecisive, necessitating run-off votes on March 13. Some observers see Akayev’s inability to secure a sound parliamentary majority in the first round as a stunning political defeat.
Protests ahead of Kyrgyzstan vote (23.02.2005)
(Quelle: BBC) Thousands of people have blocked roads and government buildings in Kyrgyzstan in support of opposition politicians barred from this weekend's elections.
Kyrgyz police prepare for election unrest (04.02.2005)
(Quelle: IWPR) Law enforcement agencies in Kyrgyzstan are being trained to deal with mass demonstrations ahead of a parliamentary election at the end of the month, sparking fears that the government is planning a violent crackdown.
All eyes on Kyrgyzstan (01.02.2005)
(Quelle: IWPR) Kazak politicians and opposition activists alike are nervously watching preparations for elections in neighbouring Kyrgyzstan, looking for any sign of the sort of bloodless revolutions that have recently swept aside undemocratic leaders. … Observers say that while Kyrgyzstan is a small nation of around five million people and is in a difficult socio-economic situation, events there will have a huge influence on its larger neighbours.
Kyrgystan protests: rehearsal for revolution? (13.01.2005)
(Quelle: Eurasianet) It may not be a Rose or Orange Revolution, but Kyrgyzstan’s opposition activists say their four-day protest in defense of former diplomats’ right to run for parliament is a sign that voters will hold the government to its promise of a free and fair vote in next month’s parliamentary poll.
Kyrgyz President Confounds Critics (29.10.2004)
(Quelle: IWPR) A new law making it harder to cheat in elections has been approved by Kyrgyz president Askar Akaev in the face of strong opposition. In a reversal of roles, it was Akaev supporters who fought against his decision, while the opposition supported it. … The amendment to the existing election code was proposed not by the authorities but by an opposition deputy, Omurbek Tekebaev, a leading figure in the Civic Union for Fair Elections, an opposition bloc.
Akayev: we do democracy the Kyrgyz way (15.10.2004)
(Quelle: Eurasianet) Speaking recently at Harvard University, Kyrgyz President Askar Akayev defended Bishkek’s political record, saying democratization efforts must correspond to 'historical practice' in any given country. As Kyrgyzstan prepares for presidential and parliamentary elections in 2005, Akayev rejected the notion that a 'universal formula' exists for democratic development. … The chief question at present is whether or not Akayev will mount a reelection bid. Constitutionally, Akayev is barred from running again. However, some analysts believe the constitution may be reinterpreted to enable Akayev to become a candidate.
Kyrgyz call for return of Uzbek territory (25.09.2004)
(Quelle: IWPR) A demand by Kyrgyz politicians for the return of a region which became Uzbek territory during Soviet times is doing nothing to ease the country's difficult relations with Uzbekistan. Deputies in the Kyrgyz parliament on September 6 demanded redoubled government efforts to secure Kyrgyz ownership of the Uzbek-dominated Shakhimardan region, which was handed over to the Uzbeks by Kyrgyz party officials in the Thirties without the consent of the central Soviet administration.
Extremistische Organisation "Hisb-ut-Tahrir" verstärkt Tätigkeit (01.07.2004)
(Quelle: DW-Monitor) In Kirgisistan häufen sich die Versuche der Mitglieder der religiösen extremistischen Organisation 'Hisb-ut-Tahrir', die Lage in der Republik zu destabilisieren. … Die unvollkommene Gesetzgebung im Bereich Bekämpfung des Terrorismus und des religiösen Extremismus und die Meinungsverschiedenheiten zwischen Vertretern der Rechtsschutzstrukturen und den Gesetzgebern auf diesem Gebiet schaffen einen günstigen Boden für die Bildung von immer neuen Untergrundzellen dieser Gruppe.
Head of OSCE's office discusses police assistance programme with President Akayev (19.03.2004)
(Quelle: OSCE) The Head of the OSCE Centre in Bishkek, Ambassador Markus Mueller, today met Kyrgyz President Askar Akayev at Government House, where he outlined issues of special concern to the OSCE Centre in Bishkek. These issues included realisation of a major OSCE Police Assistance Programme in Kyrgyzstan, the functioning of the OSCE Academy in Bishkek, OSCE support to the election process and criminal law reform.
OSCE pilot policing project presented (05.03.2004)
(Quelle: OSCE) A pioneering OSCE project on community policing for Kyrgyzstan was presented yesterday with the launch of a local computer network at a Bishkek police station. … 2004 has been designated by Kyrgyz President Askar Akayev as a year of social mobilization and good governance intended to strengthen democracy and the rule of law. Strengthening public security and ensuring law and order is a key priority.
Interior Minister Says Kyrgyz Police Accept European Standards (17.02.2004)
(Quelle: Radio Free Europe) Kyrgyz Interior Minister Bakirdin Subanbekov assured visiting OSCE officials on 12 February that the controversial OSCE police-training project launched in August is already having an effect, in that Kyrgyz law enforcement officers are accepting European and U.S. standards in policing practices, akipress.org reported the following day.
OSCE Conference to Focus on Criminal Justice Reform (20.01.2004)
(Quelle: osce.org) The reform of Kyrgyzstan's criminal justice system will top the agenda of an international conference taking place in the country's capital, Bishkek, from 22 to 24 January. The conference has been organized by the OSCE's Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) and the OSCE Centre in Bishkek.