Duties and Functions
The head of state holds significant power as provided for in the constitution. This states that they have the authority to:
- Appoint the Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan and other members of government
- Present candidates to Parliament for positions within the Supreme Court
- Direct foreign policy
- Present and sign law
- Announce all elections and enact decrees
- Be Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces
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