Kyrgyzstan (political party)

Kyrgyzstan (Kyrgyz: Кыргызстан, romanized: Kırgızstan) is an eponymously-named centrist political party in Kyrgyzstan. It was established in May 2015, by Kanatbek Isaev, a former Respublika Member of Parliament.[1] It is viewed as "utterly apolitical" and focusing on supporting the government of Kyrgyz President Sooronbay Jeenbekov.[2][3]

Kyrgyzstan

Кыргызстан
LeaderKanatbek Isaev
FoundedMay 2015
IdeologyCultural conservatism
Social market economy
Economic liberalism
Sustainable development
Pro-Jeenbekov
Political positionCentre
Colours    Blue-green, Yellow
Seats in the Supreme Council of Kyrgyzstan
18 / 120
Party flag

The party has a strong support base in the south of the country. In the 2015 Parliamentary elections, the Kyrgyzstan Party won 18 seats, having gained 12.75% of the votes.[4][5]

References
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  2. "Kyrgyzstan's revolving doors of justice and politics | Eurasianet". eurasianet.org. 2019-08-30. Retrieved 2020-10-06.
  3. "Kyrgyzstan: A Guide To The Parties Competing In The Parliamentary Elections". RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty. 2020-10-03. Retrieved 2020-10-06.
  4. "Social Democrats Leading In Closely Watched Kyrgyz Vote". Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. 4 October 2015. Retrieved 2020-10-06.
  5. "Monitors Praise Kyrgyz Elections". Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. 5 October 2015. Retrieved 2020-10-06.
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