During the conversation, the parties touched on important aspects related to the writing of history, the content of textbooks, the events of 1916 (Uruk), and the contribution of the Panfilov Division. Special attention was given to issues concerning Kyrgyz-Russian relations.
“We had a bit of a debate and exchanged opinions. We will continue the discussion in the future,” emphasized Arslan Koychiev.
The State Secretary also reported on four areas of cooperation that were agreed upon based on a previously signed memorandum:
- Creating conditions for Kyrgyz scholars to work in Russian archives;
- Organizing an international conference dedicated to the events of 1916;
- Free exchange of opinions on educational materials without pressure;
- Continuing research on the Panfilov Division, taking into account Kyrgyzstan's contribution.
Vladimir Medinsky's team was invited to participate in the Issyk-Kul Forum.
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Vladimir Medinsky, 55 years old, Doctor of Historical Sciences.
- From 2003 to 2011 — a deputy of the State Duma of the Russian Federation.
- From 2012 to 2020 — Minister of Culture of Russia.
- Since 2020 — Assistant to the President of the Russian Federation.
He led the Russian delegation in negotiations to resolve the conflict in Ukraine.
Author of several books on history, including the series "Myths about Russia".
Medinsky is also the head of the Russian Military Historical Society and the commission on historical education, responsible for issues of historical policy and the content of textbooks.
His public statements on the interpretation of World War II and Russia's role in world history evoke various opinions: some see him as a promoter of patriotic history, while others view him as an ideologist of state policy.
