Upon the invitation extended by the Central Commission for Elections and Referenda of the Kyrgyz Republic, the International Election Observation Mission (EOM) of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS), led by the Deputy Secretary General of the OTS, Dr. Mirvokhid Azimov, undertook the monitoring of the Early Elections for the Jogorku Kenesh (Parliament) of the Kyrgyz Republic from 26 to 30 November 2025.
The Mission, consisting of officials from the Secretariat of the OTS and observers from the Member States, namely Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Türkiye and Uzbekistan, conducted its activities in full accordance with the national legislation of Kyrgyzstan and universally recognized rules of international law governing the organization and conduct of elections.
As part of the pre-election observation process, the Mission engaged in discussions with H.E. Mr. Tynchtyk Shainazarov, Chairman of the Central Commission for Elections and Referenda of the Kyrgyz Republic. This meeting provided the Mission with comprehensive information on legal and administrative aspects crucial to the preparation and conduct of the election process. Additionally, the Mission held productive sessions with the contesting candidates to gain firsthand insights into the campaign process and candidate preparations.
On the election day, the Mission divided into two groups, visiting 19 polling stations in Bishkek. The national legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic afforded ample opportunities for observation by representatives of local and international observers. The Mission witnessed the active participation of national observers, which bolstered the transparency and public accountability of the Election. It was observed that all necessary administrative measures were taken to ensure the free will of the people during the voting day.
The OTS International Election Observation Mission commends the transparent and fair conduct of the Early Elections for the Jogorku Kenesh (Parliament) of the Kyrgyz Republic, marking it as a significant step towards democratic governance in the region.
The full text of the statement by the OTS International Election Observation Mission can be accessed herebelow.
