Kyrgyz elite pushed aside by nationalist adversaries

A little-known figure has become prime minister and acting president with the backing of out-of-favour nationalists

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  • Creating a coup
  • Second-ranking figure
  • Nationalist tendencies
  • Tashiyev's role
  • Outlook

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