On January 20, the Institute of Oriental Studies hosted a student meeting focused on preventing offenses and crimes. Representatives from the State Committee for National Security, the Compulsory Health Insurance Fund, and law enforcement agencies participated in the event.
During the meeting, attendees were briefed on Kyrgyzstan’s laws related to human rights, criminal liability, and the types of punishments prescribed. Common youth-related crimes, such as “bullying,” “murder,” “rape,” “domestic violence,” “abduction,” and “terrorism,” were highlighted, with explanations of their consequences.
Discussions also covered recent amendments to the Criminal Code, including provisions on “corruption,” “bribery extortion,” “bribe-giving,” and “mediation in bribery.”
A representative from the Health Insurance Fund provided detailed information on state insurance requirements and stressed the importance of insurance coverage for students.
Osh State University’s security service outlined the rules of conduct on campus and shared strategies to prevent violations. Heads and curators of institutes were advised to enhance educational and disciplinary measures. It was also announced that strict penalties, including expulsion, would be enforced against those who breach public order.