The Return of Kamchybek Tashiev. What Would They Ask Him at the Press Conference? » Gazeta.kg

In recent days, the political situation in Kyrgyzstan has undergone significant changes. Sadyr Japarov, the president of the country, dismissed Kamchybek Tashiev, his long-time associate and head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). This decision sparked intense discussion both among Kyrgyz citizens and beyond the country's borders. Tashiev himself revealed that his dismissal came as a surprise, as he had not been informed in advance. However, today, February 13, the president stated in the media that he had contacted Tashiev by phone before making the decision to dismiss him. Kamchybek Tashiev returned to Kyrgyzstan from Germany, where he was undergoing treatment. He asked his supporters not to meet him. His entourage reported that the general plans to hold a press conference to address the questions arising from the current situation.
After the announcement of Tashiev's press conference, many questions arose in society: does he intend to continue supporting the president, will he participate in the upcoming elections, did a letter from 75 elders really exist, and what are his personal views on the current situation?
In light of these questions, Kaktus.media gathered opinions from well-known social media users.
Aybek Biibosunov, a journalist and author of a documentary about President Japarov, suggests that Tashiev will head the president's election headquarters. He noted that he was unable to ask the general questions at the airport, adding that this could have confirmed their friendship and the rule of law.

Kanat Khasanov, a lawyer, emphasized that society has two main questions: will Tashiev support the president as a friend and ally, and will he keep his promise not to participate in the elections?

"Now we will see how serious he is about his words of loyalty and renouncing personal ambitions," noted Khasanov.

Ali Toktakunov, a journalist, raises questions about Tashiev's future and his possible candidacy for the presidency. He also noted that the parties should remember the lessons of their predecessors, such as Almazbek Atambayev and Sooronbay Jeenbekov, and seek compromises.

Tologon Sulaimanov, also a journalist, expressed the opinion that the general should demonstrate the rule of law at his press conference.

Atai Beishenbek, an activist, posted a photo with several politicians, including Azimbek Beknazarov and Mambetzhunus Abylov, noting that Tashiev's return dispelled rumors about his intention to stay in Germany.

The editorial team of Kaktus.media is interested in how Tashiev assesses the new appointments in the GKNB, the change of the speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, and whether he truly benefited from early elections. It is also important to find out whether he considers what happened a betrayal and regrets the repressive measures against journalists, activists, and entrepreneurs. How would he comment on the rumors of a possible swap with the president in the next elections?

We remind you that on February 10, 2025, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, signed a decree according to which Kamchybek Tashiev was relieved of his duties as Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the GKNB.

Jumgalbek Shabdanbekov has been appointed as the acting chairman of the GKNB. Three deputy chairmen of the GKNB were also dismissed.