Sadyr Japarov nominates himself for President of Kyrgyzstan
The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, has submitted an application for self-nomination for the position of head of state. As of 10 November, the commission has received six applications.
In Kyrgyzstan, Japarov has submitted an application to the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums to nominate his candidacy. He intends to participate in the elections through self-nomination.
In addition to Japarov, Aimen Kasenov, Azamat Esenbekov, Syimyk Japykeev, Akai Kydyrov, and Iskhak Masaliev have declared their intention to run. The nomination period for candidates will last until 13 November, and the presidential election in Kyrgyzstan will take place on 27 January 2027.
Japarov was first elected head of state in the early elections on 10 January 2021, receiving 79.2 percent of the votes. He assumed the office of president on 28 January of the same year.
The Constitution in effect at the time of his election established a six-year term of office. The fundamental law adopted in 2021 provides for a five-year term and the possibility of holding the presidency for no more than two terms. The Constitutional Court confirmed that Japarov's six-year term counts as the first. In the upcoming elections, he is seeking a second five-year term.
