Kyrgyzstan’s parliament has passed the second reading of a controversial bill targeting NGOs, requiring those receiving foreign funding to register as “foreign representatives” and undergo annual audits while disclosing employee salaries. This move has sparked criticism from advocacy groups and international rights organizations, fearing it will hinder civil society by increasing bureaucratic burdens, potentially driving many NGOs out of operation. Critics argue that while the bill claims to enhance financial transparency, it may foster public hostility towards these organizations.