The media in Kyrgyzstan are the freest and the most democratic. President Sooronbai Jeenbekov said at a year-end press conference today.
He noted that he supported independence of the media.
«You write what you want, talk as you want. During this time, neither I nor my administration have filed a claim against any media. Only during the election, we sued 24.kg news agency. But then after the election, I immediately withdrew the lawsuit. Because I believe that the country will develop only when we have a strong Parliament, independent media and a free civil society. I will protect freedom of speech,» the head of state said.
He urged journalists to adhere to laws and responsibilities.
«The journalists have a great responsibility. We all, journalists and the president, must first respect the laws,» Sooronbai Jeenbekov stressed.
