Kyrgyzstan: Central Asia’s Island Of Democracy Sinks Into Authoritarianism – Analysis

By Bruce Pannier

(FPRI) -- In the early 1990s, Kyrgyzstan was often referred to as an “island of democracy” in Central Asia. The “island’s” shores have receded over the years, but relative to its neighbors, Kyrgyzstan remained the most democratic country. Three distinguishing features of Kyrgyzstan include an active...