Kyrgyzstan

John Bowis moved a resolution on Kyrgyzstan at the Plenary at Strasbourg in March 2002. Amongst other issues, it pointed out that a number of leaders of opposition parties have been put in prison on fabricated charges and the abuse of the judicial system to persecute political opponents, and independent journalists. It called on the government of Kyrgyzstan to guarantee respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms throughout the country in accordance with national laws and international human rights standards.

Click here for John's speech.

Click here for the text of the Parliament's resolution.