Kyrgyz election brings new populism but no stability

Sadyr Japarov has gone from prison inmate to elected president in three months, with more powers than his predecessor

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  • Enhanced presidential powers
  • Messianic appeal
  • A new populism
  • Deep pockets
  • External reactions

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