Marlen Mamataliyev, Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, shared that this day has become more significant for him over time. In childhood, it was associated with simple things like cards and paper tulips that children made for their mothers. However, with age comes the understanding of the importance of women in every person's life and society.
“For me, March 8 is a family holiday. A woman is the foundation of the family, a source of warmth, patience, and strength, which often remain in the shadows but on which the home and society stand,” he noted.
The Speaker emphasized that it is women who make the surrounding world humane, bringing emotions, soulfulness, and kindness. “On this day, I try to be close to my family, congratulate my wife and daughters. Usually, the morning starts with flowers — this is a tradition. Sometimes we prepare dinner together or just gather, recall stories, and laugh. The most valuable thing is the time spent with loved ones,” he added.
He sincerely congratulated the women of Kyrgyzstan on International Women's Day, wishing them well-being and happiness in their homes.
Photo of the Jogorku Kenesh. Speaker Marlen Mamataliyev
First Deputy Prime Minister Daniyar Amangeldiev shared that in his family there is a tradition to celebrate this day at his mother’s house. “We usually celebrate at mom’s. I will give my wife a bouquet of spring flowers,” he said.
Temir Sariev, President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, noted that March 8 is a day of attention and care for him. “As always, it’s tenderness, care, and flowers for loved ones,” he added.
Almambet Shykmamatov, Head of the State Tax Service, noted that over the years he has come to understand the significance of this day and the role of women more deeply. “In conditions of conflict and tension in the world, it becomes evident that we lack female wisdom and the ability to maintain harmony,” he noted.
He added that he prefers not to set strict rules for the celebration, allowing loved ones to choose how to mark this day.
Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov also emphasized the historical aspect of the holiday. He noted that International Women's Day is not only an occasion for congratulations but also a day to remember the women who fought for equal rights. “The struggle for equality continues, and March 8 is an opportunity to talk about real equality and opportunities for women,” he added.
Vice-Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh Bolot Ibragimov plans to spend March 8 with family, visiting his parents. “We will celebrate the holiday in a calm home environment, there will definitely be tulips and a cake,” he shared.
Deputy Dastan Bekeshev believes that the true gift to women is respect. “I also plan to give gifts, but it is important for men to pay more attention to their attitude towards women. A gift is temporary, while respect and equality should be constant,” he emphasized.
The politicians surveyed unanimously noted that the main attributes of the holiday remain flowers, attention, and time spent with family. Many of them emphasize that they try to dedicate time to their loved ones on this day.
