Formation of mass media during the period of independence of Kyrgyzstan (historical aspect)

This article examines the historical aspects of the formation of mass media in sovereign Kyrgyzstan, including its principles, norms, social aspects, and media landscapes in a market economy. During the years of sovereignty, Kyrgyzstan experienced changes in all spheres of society. Scholarly works by Kyrgyz historians on the media allow us not only to trace the evolution of the country's information landscape but also to gain a deeper understanding of the mechanisms of social governance, the specifics of interethnic relations in Central Asia, and the processes of Kyrgyzstan's sovereignty. The study identified interconnected elements and specific characteristics of the formation of the media during Kyrgyzstan's independence.