A fresh rendition of Kyrgyzstan’s flag was recently hoisted over Ala-Too Square in Bishkek. The updated state symbol, proposed by the president and endorsed by the parliament, has sparked skepticism among the citizens of Kyrgyzstan, as it departs from the familiar sunflower-like design, TuraNews.kz reports.
Unlike the previous flag, the new project did not undergo a referendum, and changes were limited primarily to the shape of the sun’s rays. While the previous flag featured curved rays resembling flickering flames, the updated version adopts longer teardrop-shaped straight rays.
The Kyrgyz presidential administration assured the public that all previously issued documents and symbols would remain valid. However, starting from the new year, only the new flag design will be published. Concerns among citizens revolve around the necessity to invest in new source codes across various sectors, ranging from currency printing to educational materials. Many argue that these resources could be allocated for more critical needs.
