In its professional holiday greeting to media, publishing and print workers, as well as veterans of Kyrgyz journalism, the public association "International Issyk-Kul Forum named after Chingiz Aitmatov" noted the special role of journalism in the life of the country.

The role of the media in the dialogue between government and society

According to the organization's vice-president Dinara Zhumabaeva, journalism is seen not simply as a profession but as a public mission grounded in responsibility to society. In the Forum's view, the media serve as key intermediaries in the dialogue between government and society, which is important for the country's stable and democratic development.

Chingiz Aitmatov's legacy in journalism

The greeting also noted Chingiz Aitmatov's significant role in the history of Kyrgyz journalism. The authors recalled that his path into literature began precisely with journalistic work, where his time as a correspondent, literary staff member and editor became for him a "school of life."

His path into great literature began precisely with journalism: work as a correspondent, literary staff member and editor became for him a school of life, taught him to hear people, understand their destinies and see an entire era behind an individual human story. This experience largely shaped the special depth of his work, which has become part of the world's cultural heritage
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In conclusion, the staff of the public association wished journalists good health, well-being, creative inspiration, the heights of professionalism and success in their work.