Bishkek, Oct. 16, 2026. /Kabar/. The Central Commission for Elections and Referenda of the Kyrgyz Republic is, for the first time, organizing a Public Election Observation Center, where, on election day, it will be possible to monitor real-time video feeds from polling stations.
According to the Central Election Commission (CEC), the Commission approved the procedures for the Center’s operations. Its primary objective is to ensure the transparency of the electoral process and provide an opportunity to observe the voting proceedings via video broadcasts.
Subject to compliance with established requirements, the Center will be open to citizens, media representatives, international and other observers, as well as other interested parties.
The procedures include provisions for visitor registration, the issuance of temporary identification badges, and rules for viewing the video feeds. Visitors are prohibited from engaging in campaigning, interfering with the operation of equipment, or disturbing public order.
Furthermore, it prohibits the use of video broadcasts for campaigning purposes and any actions aimed at determining the content of a voter’s expression of will.
