Edil Baisalov: International adoption is not business but one of the most regulated sectors in Kyrgyzstan

Edil Baisalov: International adoption is not business but one of the most regulated sectors in Kyrgyzstan

21/12-2012 14:37, Bishkek – 24.kg news agency , by Anastasia BENGARD

“International adoption is not a business, but one of the most regulated sectors, where mistake of a state agency can lead to tragic consequences,” Edil Baisalov Deputy Social Development Minister said today commenting on article of 24.kg news agency journalist.

"We have to take comprehensive measures to protect the interests of our children and to ensure their safety and welfare. Unfortunately, there are those persons who, because of incompetence or other reasons, accuse us of creating unnecessary obstacles to international organizations involved in international adoption. The state will stand in defense of the rights of the child and will not allow any indulgence,” Edil Baisalov said.

Recall, the Accreditation Commission has suspended its activity after the international adoption scandal, when law enforcement officers arrested Minister Ravshan Sabirov in July 2012 and Director of Social Welfare Department under the Ministry of Social Development Gulnara Derbisheva in August. In November, the court acquitted Mr Sabirov.

Today the Ministry of Social Development is to hold another panel discussion on new rules for accreditation of foreign agencies.

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