14:00, 07 мая 2017, Bishkek - 24.kg news agency , Darya PODOLSKAYA
Ivar Dale is a well-known human rights activist. He is a Senior Adviser at the Norwegian Helsinki Committee and heads its Central Asian branch.
Ivar is from , but traveled all over the world. He is a frequent guest in . In 2008, he was not allowed to enter the country without explaining the reasons. He was just put on a plane to , and sent back.
Ivar Dale criticized the failure of the judicial reform in . But, despite everything, he sincerely loves our country and always comes here with pleasure.
— What surprises you in ?
- When I come to from one of your neighboring countries, and Kyrgyz taxi drivers start telling me about politics. This is quite unique in Central Asia, and a very refreshing side of the country.
— What upsets you in ?
— I think we are witnessing an attempt to return the country to an authoritarian rule. I think that this is disrespect for those who died during the revolution, and a way to prevent positive development.
— Name three things that you liked in .
— It is not difficult. Chingiz Aitmatov, cognac «" and Karakol-style ashlyam-fu.
— Do you have favorite places in ?
— There are a lot of them. I love Bishkek, this is one of my favorite cities, and I feel at home here. But I also think that places like Naryn and Batken are fascinating and beautiful. And, of course, is fantastic, especially its southern shore.