Month: February 2026

On February 25, 2026, a roundtable discussion on the topic "Muratbek Imanaliev: Professional Path and Contribution to the Development of the SCO" was held at the Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. It was timed to coincide with the 70th anniversary of the outstanding diplomat, statesman, and public figure of the Kyrgyz Republic, Muratbek Sansyzbaevich Imanaliev.

The event was attended by the leadership of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Diplomatic Academy, heads of the diplomatic corps, M. Imanaliev's relatives, as well as representatives of the expert and scientific community, veterans of the diplomatic service, and associates of the anniversary hero.

In his video address, Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubayev described the anniversary celebrant as the "patriarch of Kyrgyz diplomacy" in our country. He also emphasized that it was M. Imanaliev who, in 1991, formed the first professional team at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which today represents the country's interests on all continents. The minister expressed his deep gratitude to the prominent diplomat for his dedicated service to the Fatherland, noting that his wealth of experience is now a national asset.

Deputy Minister Almaz Imangaziyev recalled that it was under Imangaziyev's leadership that Kyrgyzstan received international recognition and joined the UN. Rector of the Diplomatic Academy, Ruslan Rakhimov, in turn, emphasized his contributions to the development of the national diplomatic school.

Video congratulations were also delivered by SCO Secretary-General Nurlan Yermekbayev, CSTO Secretary-General Taalatbek Masadykov, and CIS Secretary-General Sergey Lebedev. The heads of the organizations emphasized M. Imanaliev's exceptional personal and professional qualities, noting his outstanding contribution to the development of international cooperation and strengthening the authority of the regional associations where he served in leadership positions. On behalf of the diplomatic corps, Nazirmad Alizoda, Dean of the Council of Ministers and Ambassador of Tajikistan to Kyrgyzstan, expressed his deep respect.

A key event was the award ceremony for the M. Imanaliev Scholarship, established by the diplomat's family in conjunction with the Diplomatic Academy to support talented international relations students.
Guests were particularly drawn to the photo exhibition, which captured key milestones in the hero's life: from his time as Minister of Foreign Affairs and Secretary General of the SCO to archival documents and heartwarming family photos.

At the conclusion of the meeting, veterans of the diplomatic service, scholars, and experts shared personal recollections of M. Imanaliev's professional career. The participants discussed in detail his role in strengthening international cooperation and developing the school of Oriental studies, confirming the anniversary's status as an outstanding diplomat.

 

 

On February 19, 2026, the Diplomatic Academy named after K. Dikambaev, together with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, held an event dedicated to International Mother Language Day, which is celebrated annually on February 21.

The event was attended by employees of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, the management and faculty of the Diplomatic Academy, as well as students.

Rector of the Academy R. Rakhimov delivered a welcoming speech, congratulating the participants on International Mother Language Day, emphasizing that the native language is the pride of every nation and that its preservation and development are of particular importance.

During the meeting, participants noted the importance of reading books in different languages. It was also emphasized that this higher education institution implements a systematic approach to language training: students study two foreign languages—their primary and secondary languages—which contributes to the development of highly qualified specialists in international relations.

As part of the festive program, participants organized poetry readings and musical performances in Kyrgyz, Russian, English, German, French, Arabic, Chinese, and other languages, as well as an educational quiz prepared by students of the Diplomatic Academy.

The event took place in a constructive and friendly atmosphere, reaffirming the commitment to the principles of preserving and developing native languages, as well as strengthening intercultural interaction.

 

 

The director of the Confucius Institute was a guest at the celebration. Du Hua.

During the event, students were introduced to China's rich culture and traditions. Particular attention was paid to the customs of celebrating Chinese New Year, one of the most significant and vibrant holidays in Chinese culture.

Du Hua spoke about the symbolism of the New Year, traditional decorations, national dishes, and customs passed down from generation to generation. Students learned about the meaning of the color red, the tradition of giving red envelopes, and the importance of family values ​​during the holiday season.

The event took place in a warm and friendly atmosphere, helping to strengthen cultural ties and broaden the students' horizons.

The ceremony of presenting the medals of the Eurasian Economic Commission "For Contribution to the Development of Eurasian Integration" took place within the walls of the Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic.

Medals were awarded to Ainur Eshimbekovna Dzhorobekova, Head of the Department of International Relations and Law, and Edil Kubatovich Osmonbetov, Director of the Center for Analysis of International Relations, for their significant contribution to the development of Eurasian integration and strengthening cooperation with the Eurasian Economic Commission.

The medals were presented by Arzybek Orozbekovich Kozhoshev, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure of the Eurasian Economic Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic, and Bakyt Tolomushevich Sydykov, Minister of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic.

 

For the first time in the history of the Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic named after K. Dikambaev, a dissertation was defended for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the field of "International Relations." The candidate was Taalaibek kyzy Zhanara, with a dissertation entitled "The Formation of Universities of the Kyrgyz Republic as Subjects of International Relations."
Научный руководитель
Doctor of Political Science, Professor Dzhorobekova Ainur Eshimbekovna
Foreign scientific supervisor. Doctor of Sociological Sciences, Professor Valentina Vyacheslavovna Komleva.
Jury experts:
Abdullin Adel Ilsiyarovich, Doctor of Law, Professor, Head of the Department of International Law at Kazan Federal University
Davletgildeev Rustem Shamilevich, Doctor of Law, Professor, Head of the Department of Theory and History of State and Law at Kazan Federal University
Artem Georgievich Dankov, Candidate of Historical Sciences, Associate Professor of the Department of World Politics, Faculty of Historical and Political Sciences, Tomsk State University
Pogorelskaya Anastasia Mikhailovna, Candidate of Historical Sciences, Associate Professor of the Department of World
Politicians of the Faculty of Historical and Political Sciences of Tomsk State University Yun Sergey Mironovich, Candidate of Historical Sciences, Associate Professor of the Department of World Politics of the Faculty of Historical and Political Sciences of Tomsk State University.

 

 

On February 5, 2025, a meeting was held at the Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic between Rector Ruslan Rakhimov and Director of the Center for Analysis of International Relations of the Academy Edil Osmonbetov with Associate Director of the Eurasia Center of the Atlantic Council Andrew D'Anieri.
During the meeting, the parties briefly presented their main areas of activity and exchanged views on current issues on the international and regional agendas. The Kyrgyz side presented the key objectives of the Diplomatic Academy and its ongoing work, including in the areas of debureaucratization of the civil service and the development of analytical capacity.
The American side presented the activities of the Atlantic Council's Eurasia Center, noting that its research focus this year is on Central Asia, which aligns with the foreign policy priorities of the Donald Trump Administration.
Andrew D'Anieri said his visit was aimed at finding partners and resources to create an analytical platform based on the C5+1 model, aimed at developing interaction between think tanks in the United States and Central Asian countries.
The meeting took place in a warm and open atmosphere. The parties expressed mutual interest in developing contacts and agreed to continue the dialogue on promising areas of cooperation.

On January 26, 2026, a meeting with representatives of the Institute of Russia, Eastern Europe and Central Asia of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (IRVECA CAS) was held at the National Institute for Strategic Initiatives under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic (NISI KR).
Edil Osmonbetov, Director of the Center for Analysis of International Relations, and Ainur Dzhorobekova, Head of the Department of International Relations and Law, Doctor of Pedagogical Sciences, Professor, participated in the event on behalf of the Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic.
The visit was of an introductory nature and was devoted to discussing current issues of cooperation, as well as plans for further interaction between analytical and research structures.
During the meeting, representatives of the IRECA KON presented information on the Institute's structure and main areas of activity, including the work of the Institute of Modernization. The NISI KR, in turn, presented its key areas of activity and analytical priorities.
The Diplomatic Academy's Center for International Relations Analysis presented information on its activities, which focus on comprehensive analysis of contemporary foreign policy processes and the development of long-term forecasting and applied analytical proposals.
During the meeting, representatives of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences were invited to participate in the upcoming think tank forum, which is planned to be held as part of the Kyrgyz Republic's chairmanship of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.
The parties confirmed their mutual interest in developing a long-term expert dialogue and expressed their readiness to expand cooperation within the SCO, as well as in the format of the Central Asia – China think tank forums.
The meeting took place in a constructive and friendly atmosphere.