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District No. 4. Names of the 4 registered candidates for the Jogorku Kenesh deputies

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums has begun the registration of citizens who wish to become candidates in the extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. These elections are scheduled for November 30, 2025. As of October 29, the Central Election Commission has received 12 applications for district No. 4, and 4 candidates have already been registered. The number of voters in this district is 128,275, covering parts of the Nookat and Aravan districts.

29.10.2025, 19:29
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Tashiev congratulated police officers on their professional holiday

On October 29, Colonel General Kamchybek Tashiev, Chairman of the State Committee for National Security, congratulated the employees of the internal affairs bodies on the Day of the Militia of the Kyrgyz Republic, which is celebrated this year on its 101st anniversary. In his speech, he emphasized the importance of this date, symbolizing dedication to service and years of work to ensure the security of both the state and its citizens.

29.10.2025, 19:19
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District No. 12. Names of the 8 registered candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh

The Central Election Commission, responsible for elections and referendums, has begun the registration of citizens wishing to become candidates for the extraordinary elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. These elections are scheduled for November 30, 2025. As of now, the CEC has received 18 applications from candidates in the 12th district. As of October 29, 2025, 7 of them have been registered. In this district, the number of voters is 154,398, including the Suzak and Bazar-Korgon

29.10.2025, 19:18
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District No. 9. The surnames of the 3 registered candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums has begun the registration of citizens wishing to run in the extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. The election date is set for November 30, 2025. As of October 29, the electoral commission for district No. 9 has received 26 applications, of which 3 candidates have been registered. The total number of voters in this district is 122,779 (the city of Uzgen).

29.10.2025, 19:01
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District No. 15. Names of 5 Registered Candidates for the Jogorku Kenesh Deputies

The Central Election Commission has begun the registration of citizens wishing to run in the extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30, 2025. As of now, the CEC has received 15 applications from candidates in district No. 15. As of October 29, 5 of them have already been registered. The total number of voters in this district is 160,218 people, including the Aksy, Ala-Buka, and Chatkal regions.

29.10.2025, 18:54
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In the European Parliament, the return of the death penalty was called "punitive populism."

Member of the European Parliament Nacho Sánchez Amor addressed the European Commission with a question regarding how the EU plans to respond to the possibility of reinstating the death penalty in Kyrgyzstan. This proposal arose in the wake of the high-profile murder of 17-year-old Aysulu Mukasheva. He noted that Kyrgyzstan abolished the death penalty in 2007 and later, in 2010, ratified the Second Optional Protocol to the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. According to him,

29.10.2025, 18:52
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District No. 17. Names of 7 Registered Candidates for the Jogorku Kenesh Deputies

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums has begun the process of registering citizens who wish to participate in the extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. The election date is set for November 30, 2025. As of now, 7 candidates have been registered in constituency No. 17 out of 18 applications submitted as of October 29. This constituency has 149,072 voters, covering parts of the Talas and Jayil districts, as well as the city of Kara-Balta.

29.10.2025, 18:48
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District No. 11. The surnames of 2 registered candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums has begun the registration of citizens wishing to become candidates for the extraordinary elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh. These elections are scheduled for November 30, 2025. As of October 29, the CEC has received 8 applications for district No. 11, of which 2 candidates have already been registered. The total number of voters in this district is 155,023 people.

29.10.2025, 18:12
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District No. 8. Names of the 5 registered candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums has started the registration of citizens wishing to become candidates for the extraordinary elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. The date of the elections is set for November 30, 2025. As of now, 21 applications have been received for district No. 8. As of October 29, 5 candidates have already been registered. The district has a total of 142,405 voters, covering the Alay and Chon-Alai regions.

29.10.2025, 18:09
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In the Moscow District, birth rates have increased over 9 months

In the Moscow district, there is a rise in birth rates: in the first 9 months of the current year, there are 35 more children than in the same period last year, reports the Center for General Medical Practice. According to the provided data, in 2025, 1,225 infants were born. In contrast, in 2024, during the same period, 1,190 children were born, which is 35 less.

29.10.2025, 17:59
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Kamchybek Tashiev took the oath from young servicemen of the autumn conscription.

At a solemn event led by Colonel General Kamchybek Tashiev, the recruits of autumn 2025 took their military oath. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security. Additionally, at this event, servicemen who were drafted last year during the autumn conscription of 2024 were awarded their first officer ranks of "reserve lieutenant" along with their epaulettes.

29.10.2025, 17:59
The Deputy Prime Minister met with the Ambassador of Germany, Monica Lenhard.
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The Deputy Prime Minister met with the Ambassador of Germany, Monica Lenhard.

The Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Edil Baisalov, held a meeting with Monika Lenhard, the Ambassador of Germany to Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the press service of the country's government. During the meeting, Edil Baisalov congratulated Monika Lenhard on her appointment and expressed hope for the successful fulfillment of her diplomatic tasks. He noted that her activities would contribute to strengthening relations between Kyrgyzstan and Germany, as well as expanding

29.10.2025, 17:49
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The story of the centenarian Valentina Antsiferova, who went through the war and the secret atomic garrison of the Chita region

A resident of Kara-Balta, Valentina Antsiferova, celebrated her 90th birthday after working in the medical field for more than four decades, 22 of which she spent as an operating room nurse at the city hospital. This was reported by a Turmush correspondent. Valentina was born on October 2, 1935, in the Transbaikal region, into an intelligent family. Her grandfather was of noble blood, and her father held a managerial position at a railway enterprise. However, Valentina's childhood was not

29.10.2025, 17:44
Over 140 million soms allocated to support small and medium-sized businesses
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Over 140 million soms allocated to support small and medium-sized businesses

In Kyrgyzstan, the project "Preferential Lending for Small and Medium Enterprises" is actively being implemented, aimed at supporting local businesses, developing regions, and promoting a "green" economy. According to the Ministry of Finance, as of October 9, 2025, 49 small and medium enterprises have received loans totaling 143.98 million soms under this project.

29.10.2025, 17:26
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By 2030, the goal is set to triple the contribution of small businesses, - AP

By 2030, Kyrgyzstan aims to triple the volume of gross added value created by small and medium-sized enterprises. This was announced on October 29 by Eldar Alisherov, head of the EEU Affairs Sector in the Presidential Administration, speaking at the International Scientific and Practical Conference dedicated to issues of accelerated economic growth in the country. Alisherov emphasized that the share of small and medium-sized businesses in the structure of gross domestic product is planned to be

29.10.2025, 17:26
Deputy Speaker of the Malaysian Parliament: Unveiling Central Asia
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Deputy Speaker of the Malaysian Parliament: Unveiling Central Asia

On September 25, 2025, the Kyrgyz Republic made an important decision to self-dissolve the Jogorku Kenesh, which opened the door for early parliamentary elections scheduled for November 30, 2025. This event marked a significant moment in the political development of the country, reflecting a desire to renew democratic foundations and strengthen state institutions. In the context of these historical changes, I made an official visit to Kyrgyzstan, coinciding with the process of preparing for

29.10.2025, 17:24
Men need to exercise twice as much as women to have a healthy heart
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Men need to exercise twice as much as women to have a healthy heart

A study conducted by a group of scientists from China has shown that women engage in physical activity half as much as men. According to Euronews, just a few hours of sports per week can significantly improve heart health and reduce the risk of premature death. According to the study, women benefit more from sports, especially in the context of cardiovascular health. Regular physical activity for about four hours a week can reduce the risk of ischemic heart disease (IHD) by 33% in women.

29.10.2025, 17:22
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In Naryn Region, three more villages have been added to the list of high-altitude settlements

In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tal district, the category of high-altitude territories has been expanded to include three new settlements. This was reported by Kanibek Esenaliev, the deputy akim of the district. As Esenaliev noted, this decision was made based on a resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers and in accordance with the law "On State Guarantees and Compensations for Persons Living and Working in High-Altitude and Remote Hard-to-Reach Areas." Now, three villages have been

29.10.2025, 17:22
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Kyrgyzstan Plans to Build a Wholesale Distribution Center in Almaty, - "Kyrgyzexport"

According to him, a technical and economic justification (TEO) for this project is currently being developed. “We have also created a project to subsidize logistics costs, which involves covering transportation expenses for exporters of agricultural and food products. In addition, we plan to reimburse certification costs for the implementation of international quality standards. Our plans also include reimbursement of expenses for renting exhibition space at international fairs,” he noted.

29.10.2025, 17:16
"I don't believe that Elon Musk can create anything serious": the founder of "Wikipedia" on Grokipedia and neural networks
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"I don't believe that Elon Musk can create anything serious": the founder of "Wikipedia" on Grokipedia and neural networks

According to Wales, “right now” Musk is unlikely to be capable of creating anything serious. He expressed concerns about large language models that attempt to produce quality content but make numerous mistakes and do not meet the standards required for writing Wikipedia-level articles. Wales doubts the possibility of creating a reliable source of information using AI and predicts that issues related to misinformation will only worsen. This is because neural networks can be used to create

29.10.2025, 17:04
A meeting of the Republican Headquarters for the preparation of early elections for the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh was held at the Presidential Administration.
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A meeting of the Republican Headquarters for the preparation of early elections for the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh was held at the Presidential Administration.

At the meeting, information from local authorities regarding preparations for the electoral process was also discussed. Daniyar Amangeldiev emphasized the importance of ensuring a professional organization of the upcoming elections. He highlighted that the forthcoming elections represent a crucial stage in the democratic development of the country. "Hundreds of thousands of Kyrgyz citizens are outside the homeland and have the right to vote. Ensuring their participation in the elections

29.10.2025, 17:00
In Kyrgyzstan, customs payment has become easier: QR code instead of waiting in line
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In Kyrgyzstan, customs payment has become easier: QR code instead of waiting in line

Since the introduction of the QR code for payments, more than 34 million soms have been paid, confirming the effectiveness of the new service. Now users can independently obtain a QR code through the website www.customs.kg or seek assistance from the staff of the mobile cash desks of OJSC "Eldik Bank" and the customs service. This innovation significantly saves time and makes interaction with customs authorities more convenient.

29.10.2025, 16:59
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How the city of Manas and the Suzak district are preparing for winter: The most expensive coal is selling well

This year, the government has set coal prices ranging from 5500 to 8500 soms per ton. In the Jalal-Abad region, including the city of Manas and the Suzak district, coal is sold at the established state prices. According to the regulations, the price of coal must be clearly indicated at the points of sale. Although most sellers comply with this requirement, some of them, despite offering coal at the established prices, do not display price tags.

29.10.2025, 16:51
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In 2028, KRSU will move to a new campus in the village of Kashka-Suu <i>(clarified)</i>

In 2028, the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University will begin moving to a new campus, which will be built in the village of Baytik. This was announced by the rector of the university, Sergey Volkov, at the School Directors Forum. According to Volkov, the main developer and technical customer will be the Ministry of Construction of the Russian Federation, the organization PPK "Unified Customer." "We strive to ensure that this project is developed with the participation of students and

29.10.2025, 16:38
The Ministry of Construction signed Roadmaps for cooperation with Uzbekistan and Tajikistan
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The Ministry of Construction signed Roadmaps for cooperation with Uzbekistan and Tajikistan

The delegation of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic, headed by Minister Nurdana Oruntaev, participated in the 46th meeting of the Intergovernmental Council of the CIS, dedicated to issues of cooperation in the construction sector. According to the press service of the Ministry of Construction, the meeting took place in Tashkent. During the meeting, several bilateral negotiations were held, during which the Kyrgyz delegation

29.10.2025, 16:37
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Over 10,000 Kyrgyz citizens are studying in Russian universities

According to the statement by Alexey Poida, the first secretary of the Russian Embassy in Kyrgyzstan for education and science, there are over 10,000 students from Kyrgyzstan studying in Russian universities. Poida noted that preparations are currently underway to launch a project for the construction of a new campus of the Kyrgyz Russian Slavic University (KRSU), which will be aimed at high school graduates studying in primary and secondary grades.

29.10.2025, 16:30
Kyrgyzstan Plans to Export Meat Products to Tajikistan
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Kyrgyzstan Plans to Export Meat Products to Tajikistan

The "Kyrgyz Export" Center recently held a meeting with representatives of the Tajik Agency for Export in the Sughd region and the branch of the state unitary enterprise "Tajpromexport." The main goal of this meeting was to discuss issues related to mutual trade and increasing the volume of exports of products from Kyrgyzstan to Tajikistan. During the negotiations, emphasis was placed on the supply of meat products, as well as light industry goods and agricultural products.

29.10.2025, 16:28
Kyrgyzstan Increases Tobacco Exports
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Kyrgyzstan Increases Tobacco Exports

As part of the implementation of the project "30+20+10", specialists from the Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan held a field meeting with local farmers. During the discussion, important aspects concerning the development of tobacco farming were raised, such as soil quality, selection of popular tobacco varieties, export opportunities, and the introduction of modern

29.10.2025, 16:04
At Issyk-Kul, fish farmers are trained in the diagnosis and prevention of fish diseases
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At Issyk-Kul, fish farmers are trained in the diagnosis and prevention of fish diseases

During the seminar, participants were able to undergo both theoretical and practical training, focusing on rainbow trout. Various diseases of this fish species, their types and examples, as well as treatment methods were discussed during the sessions. The practical part included working with a microscope and diagnostic methods for identifying diseases. Participants also checked the water quality in aquaculture conditions, which is a key aspect in disease prevention and maintaining fish health.

29.10.2025, 16:01
Foreign Policy: The USA is Losing Influence Over BRICS Countries
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Foreign Policy: The USA is Losing Influence Over BRICS Countries

In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in international relations. The BRICS group, consisting of ten countries including Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, is gaining increasing influence, controlling about a third of the world's GDP and nearly half of the planet's population. The main goal of the bloc is to provide countries of the Global South with more influence on the world stage. Although at first glance BRICS can be considered an anti-Western alliance,

29.10.2025, 15:55
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The President made changes to laws related to healthcare and education

President Sadyr Japarov has approved the law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Field of Health and Education," which was adopted by the Jogorku Kenesh on September 24, 2025. This was reported by the press service of the president's administration. This law makes adjustments to the existing laws "On Education," "On Public Health," and "On the Protection of Citizens' Health in the Kyrgyz Republic."

29.10.2025, 15:39
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In Gülçə, a stele was unveiled in honor of the city status designation

In Gülchö, located in the Alay district, a ceremonial opening of the stele symbolizing the granting of city status to this settlement took place. This was reported by the state administration of the district. The city status was granted to Gülchö based on Law No. 212, adopted on October 14, 2025, which states "On granting the status of a city of district significance to the rural area of Gülchö in the Alay district of the Osh region of the Kyrgyz Republic."

29.10.2025, 15:29
A museum initiative dedicated to the history of sign language took place in Bishkek.
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A museum initiative dedicated to the history of sign language took place in Bishkek.

The event took place at the Cultural Center "COS and COG" as part of the museum initiative "Liberation: Resistance to the Repression of Sign Language in Kyrgyzstan." The organizers were the Kyrgyz Society of the Deaf (COG) and the Kyrgyz Society of Hard of Hearing (COS) with the support of the Department of Cultural Heritage and Humanities of the Graduate School of Development at the University of Central Asia, as reported by the press service of the Bishkek City Hall. The

29.10.2025, 15:25