Kyrgyzstan takes control of former Uzbek exclave Tash-Dobo

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Kyrgyzstan takes control of former Uzbek exclave Tash-Dobo

Kyrgyzstan assumed control of the former Uzbek exclave of Tash-Dobo on August 6, 2026, ending decades of legal ambiguity. The handover ceremony formalized the village's transfer from Uzbekistan's Fergana Region to Kyrgyzstan's Batken Region. Residents expressed cautious optimism about the change.

Key Facts

The official handover ceremony for Tash-Dobo took place on August 6, 2026.
Tash-Dobo covers an area of approximately 74 hectares.
The village was previously an exclave of Uzbekistan's Fergana Region, surrounded by Kyrgyzstan's Batken Region.
Residents now have access to both Uzbek and Kyrgyz schools within the village.

Handover Ceremony

The official ceremony transferring Tash-Dobo to Kyrgyzstan was held on August 6, 2026, according to authorities. The village, covering about 74 hectares, was previously an exclave of Uzbekistan's Fergana Region within Kyrgyzstan's Batken Region. The transfer ended a long-standing border dispute that had created legal uncertainty for decades.

Life in the Village

A 24.kg correspondent visited Tash-Dobo shortly after the transfer and observed daily life continuing without visible border barriers. Residents expressed gratitude for their time under Uzbek administration and hope for their children's future under Kyrgyzstan. A local girl noted that she attends the Uzbek school while her friend attends the Kyrgyz school. The village shows economic contrasts, with old cars and modest gates next to newer vehicles and ornate Kyrgyz-style gates.

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Kyrgyzstan takes control of former Uzbek exclave Tash-Dobo

Key Facts

Handover Ceremony

Life in the Village

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