Aivaz Omorkanov is the new president of the Kyrgyzstan National Olympic CommitteeHe was elected without an opponent since he was the only one to present himself on the day. The president of the Volleyball Federation, Elmurza Satybaldiev, and the first vice-president of the Kyrgyz Football Union, Nurdin Bukuev, had also expressed their desire to present themselves, but they did not complete the process.
Thirty-year-old Omorkanov received 48 of the 49 votes in the elections held in the capital, Bishkek, on May 11. He succeeds Umbetaly Kydyralievwho took office after the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and left office in March 2026. Omorkanov is member of the Council of the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) and holds the position of Vice President of the National Ice Hockey Federation.
« It's for me an immense honor and, at the same time, a great responsibility"The Olympic Movement is not just about medals," he wrote on Instagram. "It's about the future of our youth, the image of our country, international opportunities, and national unity. Many important tasks lie ahead: supporting athletes, developing the sports system, strengthening international cooperation, and raising the Kyrgyz flag even higher on the world stage." He also praised the election of Elnura Osmonalieva as first vice-president, emphasizing that he was " It is important to continue supporting strong women in sport. ».
