Kyrgyzstan Holds First Meeting of Republican Headquarters for Presidential Election

The first meeting of the republican headquarters tasked with helping election commissions prepare and hold the regular presidential election of the Kyrgyz Republic took place in Bishkek on October 20, 2026. The session was chaired by Adylbek Kasymaliev, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers. The election is scheduled for January 27, 2027.

Four issues were on the agenda. The Central Election Commission reported on election preparations, a calendar plan, the clarification of voter lists and the readiness of polling stations. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported on polling stations abroad and the voting rights of citizens living overseas. The Ministry of Internal Affairs reported on ensuring public order and security during the campaign and on voting day. The state institution Kyzmat, under the President's Office Administration, presented information on biometric voter identification, Face ID, fingerprints, technical equipment and communications.

After the reports, members of the headquarters discussed the issues. Kasymaliev said the presidential election is an important political event for the people and the state. He instructed all leaders responsible for the calendar plan to carry out their tasks carefully and on time.