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This is a list of individuals and events related to Kyrgyzstan in 2024.
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 | President of Kyrgyzstan | Sadyr Japarov |
 | Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan | Akylbek Japarov (until 16 December) |
 | Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan | Adylbek Kasymaliev (starting 16 December) |
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