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Kyrgyz in antiquity
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Kurmanjan Datka
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Chagatai Ulus. Haidu State. Moghulistan
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Shabdan Baatyr
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Territory, geography and administrative division
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Chuy Region
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Issyk-Kul Region
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Naryn Region
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Talas Region
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Osh Region
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Bishkek
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Pishpek - Frunze - Bishkek
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Osh
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Osh - 3000
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Kyrgyz heroic epic "Manas"
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Agriculture

Which regions of Kyrgyzstan have become leaders in agricultural production?

- According to statistics, in the production of agricultural products in Kyrgyzstan for the first nine months of 2025, the highest figures were demonstrated by the Chui and Jalal-Abad regions. The total volume of agricultural production across the republic during this period amounted to 348.4 billion soms, of which 44.6% comes from these two regions.

06.11.2025, 11:37
Agriculture

In 2025, 74,248 head of cattle were inseminated

In the first 10 months of 2025, artificial insemination was carried out on 74,248 heads of cattle in the republic. This is 6,763 heads more than in the same period of the previous year, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the information from the ministry, over 98,000 doses of semen have been distributed to various regions of the country, and more than 7 tons of liquid nitrogen have been delivered through district veterinary offices.

05.11.2025, 20:59
Inventors of Kyrgyzstan

Due to the cold, there was a cable break of "Electrosila"; the crew will restore power supply in 1.5 hours, - dispatch service

In the southern part of Bishkek, an incident occurred involving a high-voltage cable of the company "Electrosila," caused by low temperatures. This was reported by the dispatch service, which informed the subscribers. Power supply was disconnected around 11:00 in the area of the intersection of the Southern Highway and Aitmatov Avenue. As of 18:07, there was still no electricity.

05.11.2025, 17:35
Culture / Exclusive

In the Ak-Talinsky District, cultural figures were congratulated

In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tala district, the celebration of Culture Workers' Day took place. This was reported by Kanibek Esenaliev, the deputy akim of the district. Today, a solemn event dedicated to the professional holiday, which is celebrated on November 2, was held at the district cultural center. District leaders and employees of cultural institutions participated in it.

05.11.2025, 17:13
An Immersive Evening in Memory of Suimenkul Chokmorov Will Take Place in Bishkek
Culture

An Immersive Evening in Memory of Suimenkul Chokmorov Will Take Place in Bishkek

On November 7 at 15:00, an evening dedicated to the memory of the outstanding actor, artist, and Hero of Labor of the Kyrgyz Republic, Suimenkul Chokmorov, will take place at his museum-studio. During the event, the audience will be invited to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of the master's creativity through a combination of music, painting, theater, and poetry.

05.11.2025, 16:08
Agriculture

In 8 months, honey exports increased by 7%

- From January to August 2025, honey exports from Kyrgyzstan increased by 7%, as confirmed by the National Statistical Committee. According to the data from this agency, 200 tons of honey worth $932 thousand were exported during the specified period. This is a 7% increase compared to the same period in 2024, when 186 tons of honey worth $1.1 million were exported.

05.11.2025, 15:23
Local news / Talas

A competition has been announced for the construction of a new complex on the site of the "Tie-Break" courts.

The Department of Physical Culture and Sports, as well as Youth Policy of the Bishkek City Hall, has announced the start of a competition to select a private partner for the implementation of a public-private partnership project. The project includes the reconstruction and construction of a year-round tennis complex "Tennis Park," which will be located at the "Tie-Break" courts in Bishkek. The goal of this project is to create an indoor tennis complex that meets modern

05.11.2025, 14:13
Agriculture

In 9 months, the production of processed products in Kyrgyzstan reached 74 billion soms

- At the Kyrgyz-Hungarian forum on the food industry on November 5, 2025, Mukhtar Chynaliyev, head of the Department of Processing Industry and Organic Agriculture, reported that the gross volume of processed agricultural products in Kyrgyzstan for the first nine months of 2025 amounted to 74 billion soms. According to him, this sector shows stable growth: compared to the same period last year, the processing level has increased by 140%.

05.11.2025, 13:01
Kyrgyzstan during the Soviet period

Kambar-Atynska Hydroelectric Power Station-1: Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan allocate $500 million each for construction, - expert

Energy expert Mirbek Mamatov reported on the radio that Kyrgyzstan has been financing preparatory work for the construction of the Kambar-Ata HPP-1 for the second year now. According to him, preliminary activities are being carried out using state funds: roads are being constructed, tunnels are being built, and infrastructure for camps and worker settlements is being created. These facilities will serve as the foundation for the next stage of construction.

05.11.2025, 12:48
Agriculture

In January-August 2025, cucumber imports increased by 9%

. The National Statistical Committee has presented the relevant data. According to the information from statistical authorities, during the specified period, the republic imported 4,500 tons of cucumbers and gherkins, amounting to 3 million dollars. This is a 9% increase compared to the same period in 2024, when 4,200 tons were imported for a total of 3.1 million dollars.

05.11.2025, 11:12
Agriculture

Kyrgyzstan intends to adopt Hungary's experience in deep processing of agricultural products

Today, November 5, 2025, during the Kyrgyz-Hungarian forum on the development of the food industry, the president of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Temir Sariev, emphasized the need to deepen the processing of agricultural products in Kyrgyzstan and to exchange experiences with Hungary. According to data from the National Statistical Committee, in the past year 2024, the export of vegetables from Kyrgyzstan amounted to over 117 million dollars, while fruits brought in 61 million dollars.

05.11.2025, 10:50
Local news / Bishkek

Bishkek-2050: An Ambitious Master Plan or Another Utopia? Opinions of Architects

The Research Institute of Prospective Urban Development from St. Petersburg presented a master plan project for Bishkek until 2050, which was developed at the request of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan. This master plan is a strategic document that defines the long-term directions for the city's development, aiming to strengthen Bishkek as a financial and logistics center of Central Asia, diversify the economy, and create a comfortable urban environment.

05.11.2025, 10:21
Culture / Exclusive

In the Tonsky District, cultural figures were congratulated

On November 4, a solemn event dedicated to the Day of Culture Workers of Kyrgyzstan took place in the Ton District of the Issyk-Kul Region. Representatives of the Ton District State Administration attended the celebration, congratulating culture workers on their professional holiday and presenting honorary certificates and letters of appreciation.

04.11.2025, 21:56
Inventors of Kyrgyzstan / Exclusive

Life in the Regions: Elzat, despite the problem that made her cry, has mastered horseback riding and is engaged in stunt work.

Elzat Juzupbek kyzy, a 33-year-old stuntwoman, has had a passion for horses since childhood and today actively participates in filming complex scenes on these noble animals. She was born in 1992 in the village of Leskhoz, located in the Chui region, and currently lives with her family in the village of Zhany-Alysh in the Kemin district. Elzat manages the household, sews custom clothing, and helps her husband, who works as a horse trainer, take care of the horses. “Unfortunately, I couldn’t

04.11.2025, 21:30
Agriculture

In the Toguz-Torou District, raspberry variety "Polka" has been planted

- In the Toguz-Toro district, located in the Jalal-Abad region, Bakyt uulu Omur planted raspberry variety "Polka" as part of the initiative of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Industrial Processing "30+20+10". According to the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic, this event has become part of a program aimed at increasing the income of local farmers through the implementation of modern technologies and high-yield agricultural

04.11.2025, 21:06
In the world / Religion

In Nepal, an avalanche claimed the lives of seven climbers on Mount Yalung-Ri

According to CNN, citing local authorities, among the victims are five foreign climbers and two guides from Nepal. Armed police representative Shailendra Thapa also reported that five more people were injured in the base camp, which is located at an altitude of about 4,900 meters. Due to adverse weather conditions, rescuers had to reach the site on foot, as an attempt to send a helicopter was unsuccessful—the pilots were forced to turn back. Rescue operations will resume on Tuesday morning,

04.11.2025, 20:43
Agriculture

In Toguz-Toro, the construction of a settling pond on the "Zhyrma" canal is nearing completion.

- In the Toguz-Toro district, work is nearing completion on the settling pond located on the "Zhyrma" canal. The press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic informs about the current status of the project. According to the data, 3 million 860 thousand soms have been allocated from the state budget for the implementation of the project in 2025. Currently, 60-70% of the construction work has been completed. The main objective of this facility is to improve the

04.11.2025, 19:32
Agriculture

Import of frozen fish has increased by 7% over the past 8 months

- In Kyrgyzstan, there has been a 7% increase in the import of frozen fish over the past 8 months. This data was provided by the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency's information, from January to August 2025, the Republic of Kyrgyzstan imported 2,700 tons of frozen fish for a total of 6 million US dollars (or $6 million). This is a 7% increase compared to the same period in 2024, when 2,500 tons were imported for a total of 5.3 million dollars (or $5.3 million).

04.11.2025, 19:10
Agriculture

In the Talas Region, 70.8 thousand tons of beans have been harvested

- In the Talas region, the bean harvest this year amounted to 70.8 thousand tons, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. In order to support local farmers and ensure price stability for beans, the Cabinet of Ministers allocated 100 million soms to OJSC "Kyrgyz Agrohholding" for the purchase of this product. Beans are being purchased at a price of 95 soms per kilogram, which is higher than that of other buyers who offer 92 soms per

04.11.2025, 18:36
Agriculture

In Kyrgyzstan, subsidized loans for the development of nurseries have been financed

- In Kyrgyzstan, as part of an initiative aimed at supporting seed production and nurseries, 2.85 million soms have been provided in the form of preferential loans for two entities. This information has been posted on the official website of the press service of the Ministry of Finance of the Kyrgyz Republic. The project "Development of Seed Production and Nurseries in the Kyrgyz Republic" was officially approved by the Cabinet of Ministers' resolution No. 416-r dated May 26,

04.11.2025, 17:58
Agriculture

In Bishkek, fairs of socially significant products will be held every week.

- In Bishkek, from November 8-9, 2025, until June 2026, weekly fairs will be organized, featuring socially significant products made by local producers. This information is provided by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. The initiative is part of the directive from Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. The main goal of the fairs is to stabilize

04.11.2025, 17:56
Agriculture

Sunflower seed exports increased 6.5 times in 8 months

During the first eight months of the current year, sunflower seed exports from Kyrgyzstan significantly increased, reaching a level of 1,900 tons, which is 6.5 times higher than the figures for the same period last year. This data was presented by the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency's information, the export volume of seeds from January to August 2025 amounted to $754 thousand. In contrast, in 2023, only 306 tons were exported, bringing in $514 thousand.

04.11.2025, 17:39
Agriculture

In the Talas District, work is underway to lay concrete pavement on the "Big Canal"

- In the Talas region, where work is underway to lay a concrete surface on the "Big Canal," supervised by the Talas Main Water Management Department, information has been received from the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. The length of the canal is 8 kilometers, and it will provide irrigation water to 2400 hectares of agricultural land. This project is of strategic importance for increasing crop yields and agricultural productivity in the region.

04.11.2025, 17:16
Agriculture

Frozen fruit exports from Kyrgyzstan to Russia increased threefold in 8 months

- The export of frozen fruits from Kyrgyzstan to Russia tripled in the first eight months of 2025, according to data from the National Statistical Committee. From January to August 2025, the volume of frozen fruit exports amounted to 2,200 tons, generating $8.5 million. This is three times higher than the figures for the same period in 2024, when 737 tons were exported for $1.5 million.

04.11.2025, 16:42
Mineral waters

Kyrgyzstan Exceeded Soviet Housing Construction Volumes, Plan for 2025 - 2.5 Million Sq. M, - Ministry of Construction

- In the construction industry of Kyrgyzstan, the level of housing commissioning recorded during the Soviet period has been surpassed: in 2024, more than 2 million square meters were completed, and the plan for 2025 is set at 2.5 million square meters. This was reported on November 4, 2025, by the Minister of Construction and Architecture Nurdin Oruntaev at a press conference. The minister emphasized that to optimize costs and time, Kyrgyzstan is adopting international standards, avoiding the

04.11.2025, 16:07
Education / Sulukta / Exclusive

How the Eurasia Bus Changed the Mornings of Rural Schoolchildren in Iyri-Suu

In Iyri-Suu, a new project has been launched — school buses provided by the autonomous non-profit organization "Eurasia." According to the information from the local council, headed by Sovetbek Karaev, the buses were delivered in 2024 and now reliably transport students. "The bus servicing the Uson Uulu Janish Secondary School was provided by the organization 'Eurasia.' It operates smoothly, allowing children to reach school from remote areas located 5–6 kilometers

04.11.2025, 14:32
Published scientific work on fair management of water resources in Central Asia
Culture

Published scientific work on fair management of water resources in Central Asia

Recently, a significant collective monograph titled "International Legal Regulation of Transboundary Rivers" was released in Almaty. This extensive work was created with the participation of scholars, lawyers, and ecologists from Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, highlighting its international character. The book is published in three languages: Russian, English, and Chinese.

04.11.2025, 14:28
Industry

The State Committee for National Security returned the Belovodsk Oil Depot "Kyrgyzmunayzat" to state balance.

The State Committee for National Security (SCNS) reported the return of the Belyovodskaya oil depot "Kyrgyzmunayzat" to state ownership. The information was provided by the agency's press service. During the investigation, it was revealed that in 2004, the territory of the oil depot, covering 7.7 hectares and including buildings and structures (including fuel storage tanks with a total capacity of 36,200 tons), was transferred to private hands illegally. This occurred as a result

04.11.2025, 14:18
Kyrgyzstan and the USA Discussed Strengthening Political Dialogue and Economic Cooperation
Foreign policy / Exclusive

Kyrgyzstan and the USA Discussed Strengthening Political Dialogue and Economic Cooperation

A meeting took place in Washington, where the Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to the USA, Aibek Moldogaziev, discussed current issues of bilateral cooperation with Paul Kapoor, the Assistant Secretary of State for Central and South Asia. The press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan reported that the main focus of the meeting was on strengthening political dialogue, organizing joint events, and developing economic ties between the two countries.

04.11.2025, 12:17
Banknotes

The National Bank has changed the rules for regulating microfinance organizations

The changes made affect subparagraph 2 of paragraph 7.8.2, which pertains to the regulation of microcredit companies and microcredit agencies. According to the new provisions, microloans and leasing exceeding the established maximum amount may be granted to a single borrower or a group of related parties in an amount not exceeding 2% of the capital of the microcredit agency (MCA). This is possible in the following cases:

04.11.2025, 10:55
Culture / Exclusive

In a village on Issyk-Kul, once known throughout the USSR, they are restoring the population of Merino sheep.

In Kyrgyzstan, there is a growing interest in merino wool, as reported by Turmush, the director of the breeding farm "Orgochor," Almazbek Kölbaev [Kolbaev]. He noted that during the Soviet era, their farm was quite popular. "We were among the leaders, having over 45,000 sheep and specializing in white fine-wool meat and wool sheep. However, over time, the population of white sheep sharply decreased, and this breed nearly disappeared," Kölbaev shared.

04.11.2025, 10:23
Agriculture

The Accounts Chamber revealed the misuse of a Japanese grant allocated for the purchase of agricultural machinery.

- As a result of the budget execution audit for 2024, alarming results were made public. Japan provided a grant of 6.4 million yen (approximately 1.1467 billion soms), which was intended solely for the purchase of agricultural machinery and equipment. The funds were transferred to a special savings account of the Ministry of Finance at the National Bank, and their use required the consent of the Japanese side.

04.11.2025, 08:11