Residents of Tash-Tobo welcome upcoming transfer from Uzbekistan to Kyrgyzstan
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Residents of Tash-Tobo village have welcomed the upcoming transfer of their settlement from Uzbekistan to Kyrgyzstan, local resident Tavakal Khalikov told Turmush. The transfer is expected to bring the village under Kyrgyz jurisdiction, with residents expressing satisfaction over the move.
The Transfer
The village of Tash-Tobo is set to be transferred from Uzbekistan to Kyrgyzstan as part of a bilateral border agreement. The exact date of the transfer has not been announced, but it is expected to occur soon. Earlier this year, officials from both countries finalized the demarcation of their 1,378-kilometer border, resolving long-standing territorial disputes. The Tash-Tobo transfer is one of the final steps in implementing the agreement.
Residents' Reaction
Residents have welcomed the decision, citing cultural and linguistic ties to Kyrgyzstan. Tavakal Khalikov, a local resident, told Turmush that the community is pleased with the change, as many have relatives across the new border. "We are happy to join our brothers and sisters in Kyrgyzstan," Khalikov said. The village, located near the border, has historically had mixed Uzbek and Kyrgyz populations.
What's Next
The transfer is expected to be completed within the coming weeks, though no specific date has been set. It remains unclear how the change will affect local infrastructure and administrative services.
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Residents of Tash-Tobo welcome upcoming transfer from Uzbekistan to Kyrgyzstan
