Changes in the GKNB
On February 10, President Sadyr Japarov signed a decree terminating the powers of Kamchybek Tashiev, who held the position of chairman of the GKNB and deputy chairman of the cabinet of ministers.
On the same day, Jumgalbek Shabdanbekov was appointed acting head of the GKNB. Previously, he served as the head of the 9th service and deputy chairman since 2020, and in 2022 he was awarded the rank of major general. Later, the Jogorku Kenesh approved his appointment, and the president signed a decree on his official appointment as chairman of the State Committee.
As a result of the changes, the leadership of the GKNB and the structure of the special service were also updated.
Abdikarym Alimbaev, who previously held the position of first deputy chairman of the GKNB and director of the Border Service, was relieved of this position. After the separation of the Border Service from the GKNB and its transformation into a separate body, Alimbaev became the chairman of this agency.
A State Protection Service was also created under the president based on the 9th service of the GKNB. It was headed by Syrgak Berdikozhoev, who was previously under the leadership of Jumgalbek Shabdanbekov.
Kurvanbek Avazov was relieved of his position as first deputy chairman of the GKNB, and his place was taken by Rustam Mamasadykov, formerly the secretary of the Security Council.
Elizar Smanov also left the position of deputy chairman of the GKNB and director of the Anti-Terrorism Center, and he was replaced by Alisher Erbaev, a former deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh.
Daniel Rysaliev was also relieved of his position as deputy chairman of the GKNB, and his place was taken by Uranbek Shadybekov.
Timur Shabdanbekov also left his position as deputy chairman of the GKNB, and his place was taken by Akylbek Namazov.
In addition, the heads of the GKNB management in Bishkek and Osh changed.
The previous head of the capital's GKNB department, Eldar Jakypbekov, was detained in Bishkek, after which he was replaced by Ulan Biibosunov.
The head of the GKNB in Osh, Salmoorbeks Jumabekov, was also relieved of his position; the new head became Joombart Toktogulov.
The new leadership of the GKNB announced reforms in the national security agencies.
Changes in the Jogorku Kenesh
Immediately after the resignation of Kamchybek Tashiev, changes also occurred in the Jogorku Kenesh. Speaker Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu announced his resignation as toraga, while remaining a deputy. Marlen Mamataliyev was elected to replace him.
Elidar Sulaymanov also announced the early termination of his powers, but did not disclose the reasons for his departure. His place was taken by Azizbek Abdullaev.
On February 18, deputy Erulan Kokulov noted at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh that some of his colleagues unjustly occupy the positions of vice-speakers and committee chairs, calling for a review of their appointments.
The next day, Karim Khandzheza announced his resignation as vice-speaker, citing personal circumstances. Instead, deputies elected Bolot Ibragimov.
There were also changes in the leadership of some deputy groups in parliament. The head of "Ata Jurt," Nurlan Azygaliev, voluntarily resigned, and his place was taken by Dastanbek Jumabekov.
The leader of the "Mekenchil" group, Kunduzbek Sulaymanov, also announced his resignation, and the new leader became Talant Mamytov, who received the mandate just a day before.
After Janarbek Akayev's departure due to his appointment as mayor of Osh, deputies of the "Ala-Too" group held an extraordinary meeting, electing a new leader — Talaybek Masabirov.
The deputy mandate for constituency No. 8 after Akayev passed to Talaybek Sarybashov, the former mayor of the southern capital.
On February 19, former speaker Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu announced the early resignation of his deputy powers. He denied any involvement in intrigues and the collection of signatures under the appeal of 75 aksakals. His place was taken by Jaiylobai Nyshanov.
Kunduzbek Sulaymanov also voluntarily resigned, reportedly after a recording leaked in which his name was mentioned in the context of personnel issues.
Sulaymanov, commenting on his decision, noted that "the mandate is not worth more than conscience, reputation, and the unity of the people," emphasizing that he is leaving to avoid exacerbating public tension.
The vacant mandate was transferred to the CEC to Rayimberdi Duyshenbiev, the former chairman of the State Border Service of the KR and former chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the KR.
In addition, changes also affected the chairpersons of parliamentary committees.
After the resignation of Eldar Sulaymanov, the new chairperson of the committee on international affairs, defense, security, and migration became Elvira Surabaldiyeva.
Bolotbek Borbieyev also announced his resignation as chairman of the committee on judicial and legal issues, and his place was taken by Suyunbek Omurzakov.
In turn, Gulsunkhan Junushalieva left her position as chairperson of the committee on labor, health, women's rights, and social issues; she was replaced by Gulkan Moldobekova.
The deputy group "Ata-Jurt" also changed its name to "El ümutu Ata-Jurt".
On February 26, it was reported that Chyngyz Ajibayev voluntarily resigned as first vice-speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh. This was officially announced by speaker Marlen Mamataliyev, although earlier there were rumors about his departure. It is reported that Ajibayev retains his deputy mandate.
After his resignation, Ismanali Joroev noted that rumors were circulating on social networks about a possible connection between Chyngyz Ajibayev's father and organized crime groups. The deputy himself rejected these accusations, stating that a disinformation campaign was being waged against him and that his departure was a conscious decision.
After Ajibayev's resignation, the new first vice-speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh became Mederbek Aliyev, whose candidacy was proposed by the deputy group "El ümutu Ata-Jurt," which also includes Chyngyz Ajibayev.
Personnel changes in the cabinet of ministers
Personnel reshuffles also affected the cabinet of ministers. On February 16, the president relieved Transport and Communications Minister Absattar Syrgabaev of his duties, and Talantbek Soltobaev replaced him.
The Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, Meder Mashiev, was also dismissed, and Akyl Toktobaev replaced him.
Emergency Situations Minister Boobek Azhiikeev was also relieved, and the new head of the Ministry of Emergency Situations became Urmatbek Shamyrykanov.
On February 24, the president dismissed Health Minister Kanybek Dosmambetov, who had worked in this position for only three months. He was replaced by Damirbek Osmonov, a cardiologist and chief physician of the private clinic "Bikard."
The position of deputy chairman of the cabinet of ministers and head of the Ministry of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Processing Industry was also vacated by Bakyt Torobaev.
Rumors about Torobaev's possible resignation appeared immediately after the dismissal of Kamchybek Tashiev, and the reason was the dissemination of an audio recording with his name. Bakyt confirmed the authenticity of the recording but emphasized that the discussion in it did not concern state affairs.
Bakyt Torobaev was replaced by Erlis Akunbekov.
Changes among mayors
Personnel reshuffles also occurred among city mayors. Jenishbek Toktorbaev was relieved of his position as mayor of Osh. Rumors about his possible dismissal began circulating immediately after the change of the head of the GKNB, and it was officially announced on February 18. Toktorbaev was a classmate of the former head of the GKNB. The new mayor of Osh became Janarbek Akayev, who was previously a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh.
Ernisbek Ormokov was also relieved of his position as mayor of the city of Manas, having held this position since 2021. In the 2020 elections, he ran on the list of President Sadyr Japarov's party "Mekenchil." The new mayor of the city became Abdypata Matkalikov, who was also a candidate for deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh from the party "Mekenchil" in 2020 (No. 92).
The reasons for all the personnel changes in the country's leadership have not been officially announced. It is unclear whether these reshuffles are the last or if they will continue in the future.
