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The incidence of Hong Kong flu is rising in Kazakhstan
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The incidence of Hong Kong flu is rising in Kazakhstan

The Ministry of Health reassures the public, stating that the current situation with ARVI is not a new epidemic but rather a typical seasonal virus. This season, the most common strain is the influenza A virus known as Hong Kong flu. In Almaty, 13 cases have already been registered, predominantly among pregnant women who have not been vaccinated. In Astana, the total number of positive tests has reached 116. “This strain was isolated in 1968 in Hong Kong, which is how it got its name. It

19.11.2025, 17:59
A New Pumping Station No. 3 Opened in Bishkek
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A New Pumping Station No. 3 Opened in Bishkek

The opening ceremony of the new pumping station No. 3 took place in Bishkek, as reported by the local mayor's office. The event was attended by Bishkek Mayor Aybek Junushaliev, Minister of Energy Talaybek Ibraev, Chairman of the Bishkek City Council Bekzhan Usenaliev, and several other officials. Mayor Aybek Junushaliev emphasized that this station is a significant project aimed at improving the heating system of the capital. It will provide a more reliable and stable supply of heat to

19.11.2025, 17:54
Sadyr Japarov met with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi
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Sadyr Japarov met with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi

On November 19, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, met with Wang Yi, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of China and a member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China. The president's press service reported that during this meeting, aspects of bilateral cooperation were discussed, including the improvement of political dialogue and the implementation of joint initiatives.

19.11.2025, 17:51
The Third Political Consultations Between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan and Qatar Took Place in Bishkek
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The Third Political Consultations Between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan and Qatar Took Place in Bishkek

The consultations covered not only the current state of bilateral relations but also plans for the future. Possible mutual high-level visits, the implementation of previously signed agreements, and the expansion of the legal framework for cooperation were discussed. A constructive exchange of views on international and regional agendas also took place. The parties confirmed their readiness for mutual support within organizations such as the UN and OIC.

19.11.2025, 17:50
Aibek Junushaliev: A Comprehensive Approach is the Key to Reducing Traffic Jams in the City
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Aibek Junushaliev: A Comprehensive Approach is the Key to Reducing Traffic Jams in the City

The mayor of the capital Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, emphasized at a recent press conference that an integrated approach is required for effectively addressing the issue of traffic jams in the city. He noted that it is not enough to solve just one specific problem while ignoring others. “Each district should align with the concept of '15-minute accessibility': we need to create conditions for pedestrian access to important facilities, even if people mostly travel by car. At the very

19.11.2025, 17:44
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In Karakol, competitions in hand grenade throwing and air rifle shooting were held

In honor of the Day of the Worker of the Defense Sports and Technical Organization of the Kyrgyz Republic, a Spartakiad was held in Karakol, organized by the local automotive school named after Vice Admiral M.S. Temirov and the automotive club of the regional defense sports and technical organization named after Major General T.K. Moldobaev. The competitions took place in two stages, covering military-applied sports. According to a correspondent from Turmush, the event gathered veterans and

19.11.2025, 17:42
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Violations Found in the Execution of the Budget of the State Property Management Agency in 2024

At the last meeting of the Audit Chamber of the Kyrgyz Republic, the results of the audit of the revenue part of the republican budget and the budget of the State Agency for Management of State Property for 2024 were analyzed, as reported by the organization's press service. During the inspection, it was revealed that the amount of violations not in accordance with established regulations and financial discipline amounted to 948.4 million soms. In particular:

19.11.2025, 17:30
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The average salary in Kyrgyzstan exceeded 47,000 soms

- In Kyrgyzstan, the average salary for the first nine months of 2025 exceeded 47,000 soms, said Nasirdin Shamshiev, an economist and research fellow at the Musa Ryskulbekov Kyrgyz Economic University, on the air. The economist noted that the incomes of the country's residents increased by 19.5%, while the average pension amount rose by 5.8%.

19.11.2025, 17:26
In Russia, the "Dagestani" scheme for selling cars from Kyrgyzstan is gaining popularity
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In Russia, the "Dagestani" scheme for selling cars from Kyrgyzstan is gaining popularity

There is a troubling trend emerging in the Russian automotive market related to the so-called "Dagestan scheme" for selling cars. This scheme involves the active offering of vehicles imported from Kyrgyzstan at significantly reduced prices. Such advertisements most often mention popular models like the Toyota Camry, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and Hyundai Tucson, the prices of which can be hundreds of thousands of rubles lower than usual, according to media reports. This scheme works as

19.11.2025, 17:23
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In Osh, they want to expand the city: To do this, they plan to prepare a project for UNESCO to reduce the buffer zone of Mount Sulaiman-Too.

In the city of Osh, a proposal to reduce the buffer zone around Sulayman-Too is actively being discussed, reports Turmush correspondent. Yesterday, on November 18, a meeting took place involving representatives from the Ministry of Culture, Information and Youth Policy, the Deputy Minister, as well as the leadership of the Osh city administration and specialists from the historical and archaeological museum complex "Sulayman-Too" and city architecture.

19.11.2025, 17:16
Home Insurance: What Documents Are Needed and What Payments Are Provided
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Home Insurance: What Documents Are Needed and What Payments Are Provided

On the air of Birinchi Radio, experts from the Chui branch of the State Insurance Organization OJSC discussed the rates, conditions, and process of obtaining both mandatory and voluntary home insurance in the region. Leading specialist Elina Umuraliyeva noted that to obtain mandatory home insurance (MHI), it is necessary to provide a technical passport and the owner's passport.

19.11.2025, 17:14
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In the city of Osh, 0.27 hectares of stadium land were transferred for temporary use to the LLC "RAM," after being registered in the name of R. Maksudov, - city hall

In the city of Osh, work is actively underway to reclaim 27 hundredths of land that were previously privatized. This was reported by the local administration. According to information from the city hall, this plot, located on the eastern side of the central stadium of Osh, belonged to the stadium until 2003 and was used for the activities of the Osh regional state institution for physical culture.

19.11.2025, 17:12
Discussed barriers for Kyrgyz sewing products when exporting to Russia
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Discussed barriers for Kyrgyz sewing products when exporting to Russia

As part of the dialogue platform organized by the "Kyrgyz Export" Center in the building of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, a discussion was held on the problems faced by sewing and textile companies. Representatives from organizations such as the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Bishkek Center for Standardization and Metrology, JSC "Alpha Telecom," as well as the Chamber of Commerce and various industry associations were also present at the event.

19.11.2025, 17:07
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The Chinese Foreign Minister Arrives in Bishkek for an Official Visit

Wang Yi, who is the Minister of Foreign Affairs of China and a member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, has arrived in Bishkek on an official visit. The press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan confirmed this information. During the visit, it is planned to sign several bilateral agreements aimed at deepening cooperation between the two countries.

19.11.2025, 17:03
The quality of coal was checked at the warehouses in Bishkek
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The quality of coal was checked at the warehouses in Bishkek

A raid to control the quality of coal at trading bases took place in Bishkek, as reported by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. As part of this event, inspections of coal bases located in the capital were conducted. During the inspection, the fractional composition of the sold coal was analyzed, which turned out to be a mixture of fine particles ranging from 0 to 13 mm. It was established that this coal comes from Kara-Keche, and the

19.11.2025, 17:00
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In Bishkek, a price difference for basic food products is observed - Ministry of Agriculture

Today in Bishkek, the food security department conducted a study on the prices of essential food products by visiting various markets and large retail chains. According to information provided by the Ministry of Agriculture, significant fluctuations in food prices were observed during the monitoring process, as well as differences in prices between retail outlets.

19.11.2025, 16:50
Violations Identified During the Renovation of the Maternity Hospital in Talas
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Violations Identified During the Renovation of the Maternity Hospital in Talas

As a result of the inspection, a fine of 200,000 soms was imposed on the contracting organization OsOO "NakStroy" in accordance with the Code of Violations. In addition, the contractor was issued a written order to rectify the identified deficiencies. Thus, monitoring compliance with construction standards remains an important element in ensuring the safety and quality of work performed in Kyrgyzstan.

19.11.2025, 16:44
Bishkek Strengthens Measures for Energy Conservation and Power Generation Development
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Bishkek Strengthens Measures for Energy Conservation and Power Generation Development

New initiatives for energy conservation and local electricity generation development have been launched in Bishkek. This was announced by Mayor Aibek Junushaliev at a press conference. According to the mayor, one of the key tasks for the city is optimizing electricity consumption. As a result of the work carried out, Bishkek can already reduce the load on its energy system.

19.11.2025, 16:39
In Bishkek, the UN Convention Day was celebrated: the main focus is the child's right to live in a family.
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In Bishkek, the UN Convention Day was celebrated: the main focus is the child's right to live in a family.

In connection with the 36th anniversary of the signing of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, a special event was held at the Resource Center "Ene Üyü" (Mother's House) dedicated to the theme: "A child's happiness is in a mother's love and family care." The center's director, Nazgul Turdubekova, emphasized that the "Mother's House" model has been recognized by the UN as a best practice. She noted that this approach has proven

19.11.2025, 16:01
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In the master plan of Bishkek, agricultural lands have been preserved; they are located in both the southwest and southeast, - Institute of Urban Planning

- According to Grishechkina, the general plan of Bishkek retains agricultural lands located in the southwest and southeast of the capital. Irina Grishechkina, Deputy Director of the Research Institute of Urban Planning, made this statement during a press conference held today, November 19, in Bishkek. She clarified that these agricultural lands represent landscape agro-landscapes.

19.11.2025, 15:51
In the Chuy Region, 30% of housing is insured
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In the Chuy Region, 30% of housing is insured

Active work continues in the Chui region to inform the population about the rules of mandatory housing insurance. As of today, 30% of the entire housing stock in the region is insured. This information was announced by representatives of the Chui branch of the State Insurance Organization in a broadcast on Birinchi Radio. Kenzhebek Kadyrbaev, head of the retail sales sector of the branch, noted that mandatory insurance is carried out in accordance with the presidential decree and the cabinet

19.11.2025, 15:51
Ronaldo attended a dinner at the White House and met Trump's son
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Ronaldo attended a dinner at the White House and met Trump's son

At a recent official dinner at the White House, Cristiano Ronaldo, the famous Portuguese footballer, met Barron Trump, the son of former U.S. President Donald Trump. According to Kazinform, the event was attended by the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia and other notable figures. Trump expressed his joy at the meeting, noting: “Barron is a true fan of Ronaldo. Now that they have met, I think he will respect his father even more. Thank you for coming, it is a great honor for us.”

19.11.2025, 15:51
Akimaliev: We are capable of fully ensuring the food security of Kyrgyzstan
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Akimaliev: We are capable of fully ensuring the food security of Kyrgyzstan

- Currently, significant changes are being observed in the agricultural sector of Kyrgyzstan. At the moment, the republic ensures food security for five out of nine main types of products. However, key goods such as wheat, vegetable oil, fruit and berry crops, and partially eggs remain at risk. Regarding sugar, last year we produced 120 thousand tons, which covered 80% of our needs. However, this year, due to a shortage of irrigation water, we plan to produce only 60 thousand tons, and the

19.11.2025, 15:50
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"Regarding agricultural land, more than 3,000 appeals have been received to date, - the mayor of Bishkek on the legalization of land"

Currently, over 3,000 requests for the legalization of agricultural land have been registered in Bishkek. This was reported by the mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, at a press conference held on November 19. He noted that each application will be thoroughly reviewed, and until the discussion of the city’s general plan is completed, all plots will be defined in accordance with the legalization requirements. “There is still a lot of work ahead, and we are open to any comments and

19.11.2025, 15:49
Political consultations were held in Bishkek between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan and Qatar
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Political consultations were held in Bishkek between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan and Qatar

Today, the third round of political consultations took place in Bishkek between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar. According to the press service of the foreign ministry, the delegations were headed by Temirbek Erkinov, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, and Dr. Ahmad bin Hassan Al-Hammadi, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar.

19.11.2025, 15:42
Border Guards of Kyrgyzstan Intercepted Smuggling of Bulls into Tajikistan
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Border Guards of Kyrgyzstan Intercepted Smuggling of Bulls into Tajikistan

The detention occurred on the Kyrgyz side, just 40 meters from the state border. T.M. was caught at the moment he was attempting to smuggle livestock into the neighboring country. Additionally, on November 19, 2025, in the area of responsibility of the border post "Kairagach" of the Leilek Border Detachment, in the vicinity of the Kuruq-Sai area, unclaimed horses were found.

19.11.2025, 15:36
A new small hydropower plant has been put into operation in Batken
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A new small hydropower plant has been put into operation in Batken

In the Batken region, in the Kadamjai district, the construction of the small hydroelectric power station "Bazarbay Ata" in the Maydanskaya rural area has been completed, as reported by the local administration. The opening was attended by Aibek Shamenov, the authorized representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Batken region, as well as the district akim Bolotkan Bayake uulu and local residents.

19.11.2025, 15:36
Checheybaev spoke about the construction of the medical city in Bishkek - plans, timelines, and which clinics will relocate
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Checheybaev spoke about the construction of the medical city in Bishkek - plans, timelines, and which clinics will relocate

A medical city is planned to be built in Bishkek, with the start date set for 2026. This was announced by Erkin Checheybaev, the Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan, in an interview with the Kabar agency. According to the minister, the ministry is currently exploring various financing options and analyzing proposals from potential investors. Checheybaev also dispelled public concerns regarding the complete relocation of all hospitals in the capital to the new medical city.

19.11.2025, 15:10
Shark Pup: How a 90-Second Video Created a $400 Million Business
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Shark Pup: How a 90-Second Video Created a $400 Million Business

Kim Min Sok, the CEO of Pinkfong, noted in an interview with the BBC that they did not expect such success: “We didn’t think this video would stand out among our content,” he said from the office in Seoul. However, looking back, he realizes that it became an important step in their global expansion. Recently, Pinkfong went public on the South Korean stock market, and the company's shares jumped by more than 9%, leading to a business valuation of 400 million dollars (£304 million).

19.11.2025, 15:08
The Ministry of Economic Development has launched an operational headquarters to support representatives of the textile industry
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The Ministry of Economic Development has launched an operational headquarters to support representatives of the textile industry

In the Kyrgyz Republic, an operational headquarters of the "Kyrgyz Export" Center has begun functioning in the building of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce. This headquarters is established to quickly respond to entrepreneurs' requests and provide consulting support in the textile and garment industry. The headquarters operates on the first floor of the ministry, functioning daily from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, without weekends. Representatives of the textile industry can seek

19.11.2025, 15:07
In Batken, a citizen was detained for attempting to smuggle cattle into Tajikistan
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In Batken, a citizen was detained for attempting to smuggle cattle into Tajikistan

The employees of the Border Service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic on November 18 in the Papal region prevented an attempt to illegally transport cattle across the border of Kyrgyzstan. During the operation, border guards detained a resident of the village of Razzakov in the Leilek district of the Batken region, T.M., born in 1987, who was planning to transport four bulls to Tajikistan. The detention occurred about 40 meters from the state border, on the

19.11.2025, 15:01
Raimkul Attokurov held an open lecture on diplomacy for MGIMO students
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Raimkul Attokurov held an open lecture on diplomacy for MGIMO students

The lecture at the Moscow State Institute of International Relations was conducted by the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic, Raimkul Attokurov. The topic of the presentation was "The Art of Diplomacy: Experience, Challenges, and Modern Trends." The participants of the lecture included students and postgraduates from Kyrgyzstan, as well as representatives from other CIS countries and friendly states. During his speech, Attokurov highlighted the

19.11.2025, 14:52
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Fare of 100 som: A route from Besh-Terek to Belovodskoye has been organized for the first time in the Moscow district

In the Chuy region, in the Moscow district, a new bus route has been opened between the villages of Besh-Terek and Belovodskoye, made possible by the initiative of local residents voiced at a public meeting held on November 17, reported the village administration of Tört-Gül. After the administrative-territorial reform, the village of Besh-Terek became part of the new rural district of Tört-Gül.

19.11.2025, 14:42
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A fire broke out at a landfill in the village of Ösör, Osh region.

In the Osh region, in the village of Ösör, located in the Zulpuev rural district of the Nookat area, a fire occurred at the local landfill, covering a substantial area. According to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the area of the fire was about 20 hundred square meters of waste.

19.11.2025, 14:42
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Intermediaries are key players in setting final meat prices in Bishkek, - Ministry of Agriculture

On November 19, on the air of the radio, the head of the food security department of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Uran Chekirbaev, discussed changes in prices for socially significant goods in Kyrgyzstan. He noted that the rise in prices affects not only socially significant products and emphasized the importance of analyzing the country's economy as a whole, which demonstrates positive dynamics.

19.11.2025, 14:38
The National Program "Healthy Heart" for 2025-2030 Approved
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The National Program "Healthy Heart" for 2025-2030 Approved

The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, has signed a decree regarding the new National Program "Healthy Heart," which will be in effect from 2025 to 2030. According to the latest data from the National Statistical Committee, cardiovascular diseases account for over 52% of all mortality cases in the country, making them the leading cause of death among the population. In this regard, one of the main objectives of the program is to reduce premature mortality by 25%, as well as to

19.11.2025, 14:38
There are forces that intentionally harm Kyrgyzstan's relations with its neighbors - expert
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There are forces that intentionally harm Kyrgyzstan's relations with its neighbors - expert

In his commentary for IA "Kabar," security expert Edil Marlis uulu analyzed current trends on social media, where a multitude of provocative statements regarding interethnic relations emerged following a domestic incident. The former law enforcement officer assessed recent events in terms of destabilization opportunities and their potential consequences. “If you look at the map, you can see that China is our closest neighbor. With a sober view of the historical events of recent

19.11.2025, 14:31