Igor Lepyokha
Igor Lepyokha is the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Kazakhstan, known for his role in addressing the regulatory challenges surrounding electric scooters and their use on public roads. Recently, he has been vocal about the need for legislative amendments to improve safety and enforce compliance among scooter users and rental companies. Lepyokha has emphasized the importance of creating clear regulations to enhance road safety, particularly in urban areas like Almaty, where scooter usage has surged despite existing laws. His recent statements reflect ongoing discussions about the introduction of identification numbers for scooters, which aim to facilitate accountability in the evolving landscape of urban mobility.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Kazakhstan | 2 | 7.00 | 0.17% | +0% | 18,776,707 | 32,235 | $180,000 | 309$ |
| Totals | 2 | 18,776,707 | 32,235 | $180,000 | 309$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Kazakhstan:
Igor Lepyokha, the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs, discussed the potential expansion of waffle markings in cities across Kazakhstan.
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Kazakhstan:
Igor Lepyokha stated that new amendments will require companies to register each scooter.
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Kazakhstan:
Igor Lepyokha proposed the idea of reinstating licensing for driving schools in Kazakhstan.
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Kazakhstan:
Igor Lepyokha commented on the possible ban of electric scooters in response to a petition.
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Kazakhstan:
Igor Lepyokha reminded about the new criminal article regarding stalking at a government briefing.
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Kazakhstan:
Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Igor Lepyokha expressed his views on the conflict between a police officer and a bike-sharing company employee.
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Kazakhstan:
Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Igor Lepyokha stated that users, sharing companies, and local authorities should bear responsibility for electric scooter violations.
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Kazakhstan:
Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Igor Lepyokha commented on a conflict between a police officer and an employee of a kicksharing company in Almaty.
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Kazakhstan:
Igor Lepyokha is the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs discussing regulations for electric scooters.
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