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Due to the scandal? Whitcoff canceled negotiations with the head of the Office of the President of Ukraine
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Due to the scandal? Whitcoff canceled negotiations with the head of the Office of the President of Ukraine

The planned meeting between Steve Whitcoff, the special representative of the President of the United States, and Andrey Yermak, the head of the office of the President of Ukraine, will not take place. This became known thanks to a message from journalist Oliver Carroll of the British publication Economist on X. Photo from the archive. Head of the office of the President of Ukraine Andrey Yermak (left)

19.11.2025, 08:50
The President of the ADB Arrived in Bishkek on a Working Visit
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The President of the ADB Arrived in Bishkek on a Working Visit

Masato Kando, the President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), arrived in Bishkek to carry out work tasks, as reported by the Ministry of Finance. During his visit, he will participate in the 24th Ministerial Conference of Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC), which will focus on the theme "Green and Digital CAREC."

19.11.2025, 08:11
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The material was prepared by K-News. Prior agreement with the editorial office is required for copying or partial use. With a working visit to the Jalal-Abad region, the Minister of Energy of Kyrgyzstan, Talaybek Ibraev, officially commissioned the upgraded fourth hydro unit of the Toktogul HPP, as well as the second hydro unit of the Uch-Kurgan HPP.

19.11.2025, 07:41
Israeli Spyware Discovered on Samsung Devices
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Israeli Spyware Discovered on Samsung Devices

The AppCloud application, developed by the Israeli company IronSource, has been found embedded in the system, which has caused user dissatisfaction =AZWs8nw8MniRgjTJvNe3utPWGt2iofkIiCBZbdPJY0SG_80KlMV98AwrCkZz7IyLX-07UIANi1udbsdLFkCBaVvd-YELf70D94H8JqWKkJuZz-U4X6DQ1mper9_PxQoJMQyWAgSgckVolUEzeWB4xHqtPEz9zrnQqG63z7xJhztdHtFwRjd08QzRfv0N55VKqXxpeTJQ2X9NczJKjasMM0r4&__tn__=-UC%2CP-R]reports the media. This application is pre-installed by default on new versions of phones, and on older

19.11.2025, 07:25
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Residents of the Moscow Region complained to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Prosecutor's Office about cockfighting games

In the Ramensky District of the Moscow Region, residents have filed official complaints with the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the prosecutor's office, demanding a ban on the organization of the Kyrgyz national game kok-boru, as reported by the publication MSK1.RU on November 17. According to media reports, a kok-boru tournament took place in the area over the weekend, organized by participants from Kyrgyzstan and other Central Asian countries, promising a prize of 100,000 rubles. Local

19.11.2025, 03:10
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The CEC fined a citizen 12,500 soms for a social media post about a candidate for deputy

The Central Election Commission held a meeting on November 18, during which the issue of violations of election campaigning by the candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh was raised. During the monitoring of social networks, it was found that Mukhar Aasanbaevna Satybaldieva published information on the Facebook platform that could damage the reputation of another candidate in district No. 30 — Yrysbubu Mukambetovna Mondurbayeva. At the meeting of the Working Group, which addresses issues of informing

19.11.2025, 00:01
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By the end of 2026, two hydro units of the Uch-Kurgan HPP will be upgraded

It is expected that the upgrade of two hydro units at the Uch-Kurgan HPP will be completed by the end of 2026. Energy Minister Talaybek Ibraev announced this during his trip to the Jalal-Abad region. According to him, the reconstruction of the second hydro unit has already been completed. The work began in 2024 with a complete replacement of the first unit, adding 9 MW. The second unit has also been upgraded and launched, with a similar increase in capacity. The remaining two units are planned

18.11.2025, 22:04
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"Even in 30 years, we won't finish it ourselves." Sadyr Japarov on the reasons for attracting foreign workers

In an interview with the Kabar agency, the president noted that Kyrgyz construction companies are struggling with tasks related to quality asphalt laying, even on internal roads. Sadyr Japarov cited the example of unsuccessful road construction in Naryn, pointing out that such difficulties cast doubt on the possibility of successfully completing larger projects, such as tunneling in the mountains or building a railway.

18.11.2025, 22:04
The Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan proposes to introduce a temporary restriction on the import of fruit and berry seedlings.
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The Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan proposes to introduce a temporary restriction on the import of fruit and berry seedlings.

Due to the significant variety of fruit and berry crop varieties observed in Kyrgyzstan, there is a need to develop new, high-quality, and modern varieties that meet market requirements. In this regard, a temporary restriction on the import of seedlings that do not meet the necessary standards is being introduced. According to the proposed document, starting from January 1, 2026, a six-month ban on the import of certain varieties of fruit and berry crop seedlings is planned. However, this

18.11.2025, 21:13
Kyrgyzstan is preparing for a large-scale reduction of permits for businesses — Ministry of Justice
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Kyrgyzstan is preparing for a large-scale reduction of permits for businesses — Ministry of Justice

The Ministry of Justice has announced the start of an important stage in the process of debureaucratization related to the implementation of a regulatory guillotine for permits. It is expected that this will lead to a significant one-time reduction in the number of permits for businesses by 55-60%. This innovation changes the approach to regulating business activities by eliminating excessive requirements that have complicated the work of entrepreneurs for many years.

18.11.2025, 20:50
Putin will arrive in Bishkek. Why?
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Putin will arrive in Bishkek. Why?

An expert in the field of politics highlighted several factors Vladimir Putin, the President of the Russian Federation, is set to visit Kyrgyzstan. This information was announced during a conversation between the Russian leader and the President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, and confirmed on the Kremlin's website.

18.11.2025, 20:30
Expert: Central Asian Countries No Longer Want to Be Tools in Big Politics
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Expert: Central Asian Countries No Longer Want to Be Tools in Big Politics

“Results are necessary; otherwise, the council may remain merely consultative” This week, the seventh meeting of Central Asian leaders took place in Tashkent, where Azerbaijan became a full member of the council. Bakytbek Jumagulov, director of the Eurasian Strategic Research Center, spoke to Vesti.kg about the outcomes of this high-profile meeting.

18.11.2025, 19:55
Launched updated hydro units of Toktogul and Uch-Kurgan hydropower plants
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Launched updated hydro units of Toktogul and Uch-Kurgan hydropower plants

In the Jalal-Abad region, the Minister of Energy of Kyrgyzstan, Talaybek Ibraev, conducted a working trip today, during which the reconstructed fourth hydro unit of the Toktogul HPP and the second unit of the Uch-Kurgan HPP were put into operation. The event was also attended by the representative of the region, Tilek Tekebaev, the General Director of the OJSC "Electric Stations," Alpbek Sadyrov, and the project manager for the reconstruction of the Toktogul HPP, Sergey Sakhovsky, as

18.11.2025, 18:55
Local news / Exclusive

In the rural district of Kadyra Ake, a municipal fuel base for the sale of coal has been opened.

In the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region, in the rural area of Kydyr-Ake, the sale of coal from the Karakete deposit has started at a price of 7,200 soms per ton. According to data obtained from various sources, in other parts of the district, a ton of Karakete coal costs 10,500 soms. "We have signed an agreement with local residents to establish the supply of coal from Karakete and make it accessible to the population. So far, 80 families have purchased coal within two days.

18.11.2025, 18:39
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The area near the stele at the junction of the borders of 3 countries, which was inaugurated by Sadyr Japarov, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, and Emomali Rahmon, is being improved.

In the area where the borders of Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan intersect, work is underway to improve the territory around the stele that symbolizes the unification of the three countries. The stele is located in Kyrgyzstan, in the Koshmolo area of the Tört-Gül ayil district, situated in the Batken region.

18.11.2025, 18:37
Oil prices predicted to plummet
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Oil prices predicted to plummet

According to Reuters, by the end of 2026, the average price of Brent crude oil could drop to $56 per barrel, while WTI could fall to $52, reports Lenta.ru. Currently, the market values Brent oil at $63 per barrel and WTI at $60. However, experts predict a supply surplus of two million barrels per day, which will put pressure on prices.

18.11.2025, 18:24
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In the city of Manas, the streets where new asphalt has been laid were announced.

In the third quarter of this year, road works have been completed on 23 streets in Manas, where gravel has been laid over an area of 40,600 square meters. Asphalt pavement has been installed on 17 streets with a total length of 8,777 meters. Municipal sources report that 6,844 meters of sidewalks have also been asphalted, and pothole repairs have been carried out over an area of 10,552 m².

18.11.2025, 18:18
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The Ministry of Agriculture proposes to temporarily restrict the import of fruit and berry seedlings starting January 1.

- The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic has initiated a proposal to introduce a temporary ban on the import of certain varieties of fruit and berry seedlings, which is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, and will last for six months. This was reported by the press service of the ministry. As noted by the ministry, there is a growing diversity of fruit and berry varieties in the country, which creates a need for the development of new,

18.11.2025, 18:13
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Chuvashia exported over 1,700 tons of onion sets to several countries, including Kyrgyzstan.

- Since the beginning of the year, from January 1 to November 17, 2025, the Rosselkhoznadzor Office for the Chuvash Republic and the Ulyanovsk Region has monitored the export of more than 1700 tons of onion sets grown in the territory of Chuvashia. This information was reported by Rosselkhoznadzor. Of the total volume, over 1300 tons were sent to the Republic of Belarus. In addition, onion sets were also exported to Moldova, Kazakhstan, Bulgaria, Romania, Mongolia, and Kyrgyzstan.

18.11.2025, 18:06
The price of Bitcoin has collapsed
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The price of Bitcoin has collapsed

For the first time since the end of April, the price of Bitcoin has fallen below the mark of 90 thousand dollars, according to trading platform data. The price of the most well-known cryptocurrency dropped by 5.96 percent, reaching a minimum value of 89.55 thousand dollars.

18.11.2025, 17:59
The FOMS Reminds About the Procedure for Receiving Medical Assistance in Hospitals
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The FOMS Reminds About the Procedure for Receiving Medical Assistance in Hospitals

The hotline of the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (MHIF) continues to receive inquiries from medical workers regarding situations where insured patients seek admission to hospitals without a referral from a family doctor and necessary laboratory-diagnostic tests. The MHIF provides clarifications on the procedure for accessing medical services in state healthcare institutions:

18.11.2025, 17:54
Former Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sentenced to Death in Absentia
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Former Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sentenced to Death in Absentia

In Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, an in absentia trial took place, sentencing the former Prime Minister of the country, Sheikh Hasina, to death. She was convicted of crimes against humanity related to the brutal suppression of protests in 2024, reports Meduza. A panel of three judges from the International Tribunal for Crimes, which is an internal court of Bangladesh, found her guilty of inciting the killings of demonstrators carried out by law enforcement agencies.

18.11.2025, 17:47
A new building for architects will be constructed in Tokmok
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A new building for architects will be constructed in Tokmok

During his working trip to the Chuy region, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic, Nurdin Oruntaev, held a meeting with representatives of the urban planning and architecture department of Tokmok. The minister familiarized himself with the conditions in which the department's employees work, who are currently forced to rent space on the second floor of a four-story building, as they do not have their own office. At the

18.11.2025, 17:46
Astana - Bishkek: Vietjet Qazaqstan Launches First Direct Flight Between the Capitals
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Astana - Bishkek: Vietjet Qazaqstan Launches First Direct Flight Between the Capitals

The airline Vietjet Qazaqstan (QAZAQ AIR) carried out its first international flight on the route Astana - Bishkek on November 10. The new route will significantly simplify and expedite travel between the capitals of the two countries and will also contribute to strengthening business and cultural ties. Adilbek Umraliev, the head of the airline, emphasized that the choice of this route is based on both economic and historical ties between Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.

18.11.2025, 17:18
Volcano Eruption Occurred in Indonesia
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Volcano Eruption Occurred in Indonesia

Today at 6:11 AM West Indonesian Time (2:11 AM Moscow Time), the Semeru volcano located in eastern Java erupted, as reported by RIA Novosti. According to the observation post, the eruption produced an ash column approximately 800 meters high, rising from the summit of the volcano, which stands at 4476 meters above sea level.

18.11.2025, 17:17
Adylbek Kasymaliev participated in the opening of the 24th meeting of the SCO RATS in a narrow format
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Adylbek Kasymaliev participated in the opening of the 24th meeting of the SCO RATS in a narrow format

At the 24th meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in a narrow format, Adylbek Kasymaliev, who holds the position of Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic, delivered a speech. The opening ceremony of the meeting began with greetings from the heads of delegations, during which Mikhail Mishustin, Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation, held a meeting with the

18.11.2025, 17:02
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The head of the Cabinet participated in the meeting of the heads of government of the SCO member countries in Moscow

On November 18, Adylbek Kasymaliev participated in the 24th meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, which took place in Moscow, according to information from the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers. The opening of the meeting began with a meeting of the delegations with Mikhail Mishustin, the Prime Minister of Russia, after which the traditional group photo ceremony took place.

18.11.2025, 17:02
A new bridge was opened on Shukurova Street in Bishkek
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A new bridge was opened on Shukurova Street in Bishkek

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a new bridge was opened today, crossing the YUBCK and connecting Shukurova Street (formerly known as Kropotkina) and Mederova Street. According to the city administration, the construction took only three months and resulted in a modern and safe structure that has become important for local residents. The new bridge has significantly simplified traffic in this direction, improving the city's transport connectivity.

18.11.2025, 16:54
The country is fully self-sufficient in meat, milk, eggs, and sugar — Ministry of Agriculture
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The country is fully self-sufficient in meat, milk, eggs, and sugar — Ministry of Agriculture

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, in collaboration with the government, is implementing a series of measures aimed at stabilizing prices for essential food products and ensuring the domestic market is supplied with the necessary volumes of goods. To prevent a rise in meat prices, a decision has been made to temporarily ban the export of live cattle, which should increase supply in the domestic market and reduce price pressure.

18.11.2025, 16:53
The Land Resources Agency has increased service rates
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The Land Resources Agency has increased service rates

The State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography has announced a revision of prices for its services, which will lead to an average increase in rates of 23%. As stated in the official announcement of the agency, the changes in rates are due to several factors, including rising inflation, increased operational costs, modernization of branches, and the implementation of digital initiatives. Among the new projects are the creation of electronic services for property

18.11.2025, 16:52
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In Ak-Suu, agricultural workers were awarded: Among them are a murab and a mechanic.

In the Issyk-Kul region, in the Ak-Suu district, a fair and festive events were held dedicated to the Day of Workers of the Agro-Industrial Complex of Kyrgyzstan, reports Turmush correspondent. The event began with a fair where local farmers and agricultural producers showcased their goods. This was followed by an award ceremony, during which residents of the district were recognized for their significant contributions to the development of agriculture:

18.11.2025, 16:52
Naryn and Turkish Provinces Signed a Memorandum of Cooperation
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Naryn and Turkish Provinces Signed a Memorandum of Cooperation

During a working visit to Turkey, the delegation from Naryn region became acquainted with the cultural and industrial achievements of the provinces of Nizip and Kahramankazan, located in the capital of the country, Ankara. According to the Naryn city administration, a memorandum of partnership was signed between the cities of Naryn, Nizip, and the municipality of Kahramankazan during the visit.

18.11.2025, 16:36
Google's Chief Urges a Critical Approach to AI Responses
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Google's Chief Urges a Critical Approach to AI Responses

Google CEO and parent company Alphabet's Sundar Pichai urged people to approach artificial intelligence responses with caution and to use additional sources of information in an interview with the BBC. He emphasized the importance of being able to effectively apply these technologies in appropriate areas, but also warned against blindly trusting their conclusions. Pichai noted that modern AI systems "can make mistakes." According to the BBC, their investigation showed that many

18.11.2025, 16:32
Three more candidates fined for violating election campaign regulations
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Three more candidates fined for violating election campaign regulations

On November 17, the Central Election Commission reviewed incidents related to candidates violating the conditions of election campaigning and took appropriate measures. As a result, administrative fines were imposed on three candidates: Nurkan Kadyrovna Koichumanova from multi-mandate district No. 12, Jumabek Mamytbaevich Salymbekov, and Kazybek Kochkorovich Ergeshov from district No. 24. The working group monitoring social networks identified violations based on photographic materials posted

18.11.2025, 16:29
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The police are verifying information about a fight between supporters of candidates for deputies in the district No. 10.

In the Osh region, the Internal Affairs Department is investigating information about a fight between supporters of two candidates in electoral district No. 10. Recently, a user on social media reported that a scuffle occurred last week between supporters of candidates S.O. and K.Z. Local citizens are requesting an investigation into this information.

18.11.2025, 16:26
Local news / Exclusive

Kara-Suu Prepares for the Launch of a New Sewage System

The sewage construction project in Kara-Suu, located in the Kara-Suu district of the Osh region, will be implemented in the near future. This was announced by the mayor of the city, Islam Ermamotov, in an interview with a Turmush correspondent. According to the mayor, only 1.5 kilometers of pipes remain to be laid out of the total planned volume of 4.5 kilometers.

18.11.2025, 16:21
Kyrgyzstan Introduces Temporary Restrictions on Seedling Imports Starting from 2026
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Kyrgyzstan Introduces Temporary Restrictions on Seedling Imports Starting from 2026

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced its intention to introduce temporary restrictions on the import of certain fruit and berry seedling varieties. As explained by the ministry, the need for this measure is due to the increase in the variety of fruit and berry crops in the country. This creates conditions for the development of modern, high-quality varieties that meet the requirements of the export market.

18.11.2025, 16:21
More than 70 thousand Kyrgyz citizens have been added to Russia's blacklist
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More than 70 thousand Kyrgyz citizens have been added to Russia's blacklist

More than 70,000 citizens of Kyrgyzstan have found themselves on Russia's blacklist. This was reported by Saadatkul Mukambetova, a leading specialist at the Department for Employment Support Solutions of the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration, during a live broadcast of the Kabar agency. She noted that after the introduction of strict migration rules in Russia, the ministry conducted extensive advisory work together with the Kyrgyz Embassy in the Russian Federation to

18.11.2025, 16:18
Courts Transition to Digital Format: President Signs Relevant Law
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Courts Transition to Digital Format: President Signs Relevant Law

President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov has signed a draft law that initiates the transition to digital court proceedings. This law, adopted on November 14, 2025, significantly changes the architecture of the judicial system and introduces new approaches to citizen interaction with the courts, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Justice.

18.11.2025, 16:17