Tashiev Removed: A Major Political Shift in Kyrgyzstan
Political
Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov has dismissed Kamchybek Tashiev from his post as head of the State Committee for National Security, marking a potentially significant shift in the country’s political power balance.
On February 10, a presidential decree officially terminated Tashiev’s mandate. He had led the security agency since October 2020, following the political turmoil triggered by the October 5–6 events.
Tashiev was widely regarded as one of President Japarov’s closest political allies. Their partnership dates back more than a decade and became especially influential after Japarov assumed power. Since 2020, Tashiev has been a central figure in the government, overseeing high-profile criminal cases and shaping security and personnel policies.
Political analysts frequently described their alliance as the strongest political duo in Kyrgyzstan, with any personnel changes involving Tashiev seen as a sign of major political realignment.
In recent months, rumors circulated about his potential participation in upcoming presidential elections. Tashiev publicly denied these claims and reiterated his support for the incumbent president.
The official reasons for his dismissal have not been disclosed.
Tashiev was widely regarded as one of President Japarov’s closest political allies. Their partnership dates back more than a decade and became especially influential after Japarov assumed power. Since 2020, Tashiev has been a central figure in the government, overseeing high-profile criminal cases and shaping security and personnel policies.
Political analysts frequently described their alliance as the strongest political duo in Kyrgyzstan, with any personnel changes involving Tashiev seen as a sign of major political realignment.
In recent months, rumors circulated about his potential participation in upcoming presidential elections. Tashiev publicly denied these claims and reiterated his support for the incumbent president.
The official reasons for his dismissal have not been disclosed.
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