Bishkek, March 11, 2026 /Kabar/. In 2025, the number of domestic violence cases in Kyrgyzstan increased significantly, Deputy Chairperson of the Supreme Court Nurgul Bakirova announced at 70th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women, which is taking place in New York.
According to judicial statistics, in 2025, Kyrgyz courts heard 1,196 cases of domestic violence, an increase of almost 24% compared to the previous year.
According to Bakirova, this demonstrates not only the continued relevance of the problem but also an increase in the detection of offenses and increased public trust in the judicial system.
She noted that the country has a number of legislative acts aimed at ensuring gender equality and preventing domestic violence, including the laws "On the protection and defense from domestic violence" and "On state guarantees of equal rights and equal opportunities for men and women."
Representatives from 107 countries are participating in the forum, which will run until March 19.