Kyrgyz Parliament Passes Law on "Foreign Agents" in Third Reading
Members of the Jogorku Kenesh in Kyrgyzstan pass a controversial law on "foreign representatives" affecting non-profit organizations, sparking concerns from civil society groups.
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NGOs Urge Kyrgyz President to Discuss Controversial Law with Them
NGO representatives in Kyrgyzstan express concerns over the draft law on NGOs as "foreign agents" and its potential impact on civil society.
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Empowering Girls: Animated Film Challenges Stereotypes in Tajik Society
A short animated film created by the organization "Khoma" and IPHR sheds light on gender discrimination and stereotypes in Tajik society.
in Society / Tajikistan,
Turkmenistan Prevents Mother of Exiled Journalist from Leaving the Country
Rovshen Yazmukhammedov's family faces travel restrictions and pressures in Turkmenistan.
Deputies of the Mazhilis Approve Amendments to Criminal Legislation in Kazakhstan
Deputies in Kazakhstan approve a draft law aimed at introducing fines for criminal offenses to ensure stability in criminal legislation.
in Politics / Kazakhstan,
International Outcry Over Arrests in Kyrgyzstan's Kembirovabad Case
A court session was held at the Pervomaisky District Court regarding the Kembirovabad case, where the accused disrupted the session and were removed from the courtroom.
in Politics / Kyrgyzstan,
Misinterpretation Leads to Activist's Arrest in Bishkek
A linguistics expert's questionable analysis leads to the arrest of activist Aftandil Zhorobekov in Bishkek.
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11 Journalists Detained in Bishkek Face Court Proceedings
The Pervomaysky District Court in Bishkek is currently hearing the case of 11 detained journalists, with one journalist being placed under house arrest. The Ministry of Internal Affairs initiated a criminal case against them for "Incitement to Mass Disorders."
in Politics / Kyrgyzstan,
Tajikistan: Young Man Sentenced for Criticizing Authorities and Seeking Justice
A 23-year-old Tajik man, Shahboz Sharifbek, was deemed an extremist for criticizing the conscription methods and authorities' violence, highlighting the growing intolerance towards dissent in Tajikistan.
in Politics / Tajikistan,
World Bank Office in Kyrgyzstan Responds to Concerns Over Foreign Agents Law
The World Bank supports civil society organizations in Kyrgyzstan and emphasizes the importance of their role in promoting accountability and transparency.
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