UNHCR warns of dangerous new era in worldwide displacement as report shows almost 60 million people forced to flee their homes
A UNHCR report, released today, shows that worldwide displacement from wars, conflict, and persecution is at the highest levels we have recorded, and accelerating fast.
Korumdu Village, Kyrgyz Republic, 18 June 2015 – The inaugural University of Central Asia (UCA) Summer Camp opened on 18 June on the shores of beautiful Lake Issyk-Kul in the Kyrgyz Republic.
Anthropologist’s Homecoming Highlights Unique Kyrgyz History and Culture
A recent book launch in Kyzyl-Jar village in Jalal-Abad province, southern Kyrgyzstan, highlighted unique aspects of Kyrgyz culture and celebrated hometown anthropologist Dr Elmira K?ch?mkulova.
Ban Ki-moon's remarks at press event with Prime Minister of Kyrgyz Republic at Event Marking Fifth Anniversary of the Tragic Events in Kyrgyzstan
Today, we meet in a lively city. But five short years ago, Osh was the scene of tragic events that shocked Kyrgyzstan and the international community. I was in Kyrgyzstan in April 2010 and felt the rising tensions at that time. By June, inter-ethnic strife erupted into a conflict that left hundreds dead, thousands injured, and an entire country traumatized.
Remarks to International Conference on Development of Parliamentarianism
Ban Ki-moon's speech: It is a great honour to address this International Conference on Parliamentarianism. As I do so, I recall my last visit to your magnificent country in April 2010.
Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, 12 June 2015 –There are several factors that go into successfully applying to university. Many of these also help you succeed at university and lay the foundation for a successful professional life. Among them are clarifying your goals, assessing your strengths and weaknesses, improving pivotal skills in math and language, and most importantly, planning ahead.