Russian Migration Center "Sakharovo" To Open in Osh, Kyrgyzstan

A branch of Russia's multifunctional migration-center, "Sakharovo," is set to open in Osh, Orda reports, citing Kaktus.media.

Kyrgyz Deputy Minister of Labor, Social Security, and Migration Bakyt Darmankul Uulu announced this on January 31 during a joint meeting of the parliamentary faction "Alliance" and the deputy group "Eldik."

The Kyrgyz Ministry had initially proposed two buildings for the center, but the Russian side indicated they did not meet the required specifications.

We found another recently completed building. They liked it. We are waiting for an official response. The matter will be resolved soon, the official added.

Member of Parliament Aisuluu Mamashova has suggested establishing a similar branch in Bishkek as well.

Meanwhile, in 2023,  an employee of the Sakharovo Migration Center near Moscow informed Siren that on April 4, 2023, the second wave of “advertising” military contract service to migrants had begun. 

When a migrant submits documents for a labour patent, employees are required to hand him a booklet advertising military service and send it to the point of registration of the contract. Those who agree, sign the contract on the spot, The employee claimed.

There have also been complaints about rights violations, prompting the Kyrgyz Ministry of Foreign Affairs to respond.