Sadyr Japarov launched a hydropower plant financed by a domestic investor
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Sadyr Japarov launched a hydropower plant financed by a domestic investor

On October 27, President Sadyr Japarov made a working trip to the Jalal-Abad region, where the official launch of the Kara-Kul hydroelectric power station took place. This was reported by the information policy service of the President's administration. Photo by the President's Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic. Photo by the President's Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic. The hydroelectric power station is located at the mouth of the Kara-Suu River, which flows into the

27.10.2025, 17:13
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In the Ak-Tal District, the memory of those who perished in the Batken events was honored

In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tal district, an event was held in memory of those who died during the Batken events, as well as in honor of veterans, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The ceremony took place at the monument in the village of Bayetov, which was erected in memory of the victims of the Afghan and Batken wars. At the beginning of the event, a memorial prayer was recited, and then a special event dedicated to veterans was held at the district House of Culture.

27.10.2025, 17:05
Highways, Interchanges, and Pedestrian Zones: How Bishkek's Roads Will Change
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Highways, Interchanges, and Pedestrian Zones: How Bishkek's Roads Will Change

According to the master plan for the development of Bishkek, which is designed until 2050, significant changes are planned for the street and road network of the capital. These transformations aim to reduce the load on central highways, improve transportation links between districts, and create more comfortable conditions for pedestrians and public transport. The main goals set by the project include:

27.10.2025, 16:34
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The CEC held an online meeting with representatives of the president in the regions and the mayors of the cities of Bishkek and Osh.

On October 27, an online meeting was held at the Central Election Commission dedicated to organizing meetings between candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh and voters in the districts. Representatives authorized by the president from various regions, their deputies, as well as the vice-mayors of Bishkek and Osh were present at the event, as reported by the CEC.

27.10.2025, 16:34
Beautiful Strangers, Fake Crypto Experts, and Startup Traps — The Times Reveals the Scale of Modern Espionage
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Beautiful Strangers, Fake Crypto Experts, and Startup Traps — The Times Reveals the Scale of Modern Espionage

Malvenon claims that this is not paranoia or a fabrication: a real "sex war," as insiders call it, has erupted in Silicon Valley, where foreign intelligence services use cunning methods to obtain technological secrets from American experts. The story recounted by Malvenon in an interview with The Times resembles a James Bond plot. Two attractive Chinese women attempted to gain access to a closed business conference in Virginia focused on the risks of investing in China. "We

27.10.2025, 16:30
Elections for Deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. Kyrgyz citizens abroad will be able to vote remotely.
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Elections for Deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. Kyrgyz citizens abroad will be able to vote remotely.

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums of the Kyrgyz Republic announces the upcoming early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30, 2025. Citizens located outside the country will be able to use the remote voting mechanism, which will allow them to vote based on their actual location, rather than just their place of registration. According to the Central Election Commission, the ballot will be formed based on the districts corresponding to the

27.10.2025, 16:11
In Naryn, a gallery building has been returned to state ownership
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In Naryn, a gallery building has been returned to state ownership

In Naryn, the building of the art gallery was returned to state ownership by the decision of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic. As determined during the investigative actions, in 2000, the building, which was previously used as a city library on a land plot of 1350 square meters, was illegally transferred to the private ownership of a citizen "S.A.M.", after which a gallery building was constructed on that site.

27.10.2025, 16:04
In Cameroon, the world's oldest president has been re-elected for a new term.
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In Cameroon, the world's oldest president has been re-elected for a new term.

Paul Biya, who has held the presidency of Cameroon since 1982, has once again won the election, receiving 53.66% of the votes, according to results published by the country's Constitutional Court. The elections took place on October 12, and, according to the rules, the Constitutional Court had 15 days to finalize the results. The electoral commission noted that the voting was conducted peacefully.

27.10.2025, 16:04
Expert: Trump's Road Has Reached Central Asia
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Expert: Trump's Road Has Reached Central Asia

The heads of state of Central Asia have received an invitation from the President of the United States to Washington As noted by political scientist Mars Sariyev, "Trump's road" has reached Central Asia. He made this statement in an interview for Vesti.kg, commenting on Donald Trump's invitation to the region's leaders for the "C5+1" summit, which will take place on November 6 in the U.S. capital.

27.10.2025, 15:57
Dmitry Bivol's Ex-Wife Commented on Her Arrest in Kyrgyzstan
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Dmitry Bivol's Ex-Wife Commented on Her Arrest in Kyrgyzstan

In her commentary, Ekaterina noted that she is confident in her Russian citizenship, which she believes is a reliable protection. She expressed the following: “Even if we assume that this is complete lawlessness, and I somehow get convicted in Kyrgyzstan, it will be absolutely illegal. I do not believe that this is a rule of law state. Russia never extradites its citizens. They should deal with their own problems rather than pursue Bivol's ex-wife. I live in Russia, and our country does

27.10.2025, 15:54
In Jeti-Oguz, up to 700 liters of natural juice are produced daily
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In Jeti-Oguz, up to 700 liters of natural juice are produced daily

In the Jeti-Oguz region, in the village of Tosor, the agricultural production cooperative "Tosor Organic" is successfully operating, focusing on the production of freshly squeezed juices. According to information from the Ministry of Agriculture, this cooperative is capable of producing up to 700 liters of juice every day, using only ecologically clean fruits and vegetables grown by local farmers. The "Tosor Organic" range includes four types of juices: apple juice; pear

27.10.2025, 15:52
Since the beginning of the year, more than 1150 km of roads have been paved.
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Since the beginning of the year, more than 1150 km of roads have been paved.

In his congratulatory speech on the occasion of the Day of Workers of Automobile Transport and Road Economy, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, announced that since the beginning of 2025, more than 1150 kilometers of roads have been asphalted. Kasymaliev noted that thanks to the efforts of road workers, thousands of kilometers of new roads are built annually in the country. In the past year, 2024, 802 kilometers were asphalted, and this figure has

27.10.2025, 15:46
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Bishkek Master Plan: By 2050, the number of municipal schools will reach 291

By 2050, it is planned to increase the number of municipal schools in Bishkek to approximately 291, which will provide over 293.8 thousand places for students. This information is presented in the new general plan of the city, which is currently being discussed with the public. At present, there are 117 municipal educational institutions operating in Bishkek, which can accommodate about 102.7 thousand students.

27.10.2025, 15:38
Kyrgyzstan will abandon electricity imports in 2.5 years — Sadyr Japarov
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Kyrgyzstan will abandon electricity imports in 2.5 years — Sadyr Japarov

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov announced that soon, specifically in 2.5 years, the republic will completely abandon winter electricity imports. This statement was made during his working trip to the Jalal-Abad region, where he participated in the opening of the "Kara-Kul" hydroelectric power station. According to Japarov, large-scale energy projects are actively being implemented in the country, which will help achieve independence in electricity supply.

27.10.2025, 15:36
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"‘I waited for my brother all my life...’: The first chairman of the Kochkor village council, Ybrai Konoev, was sentenced to death and exonerated 20 years later"

Political repression during the Soviet period affected millions of people, yet the exact figures remain unknown to this day. According to various sources, the number of victims is at least 12 million, while estimates from the Gulag History Museum suggest this figure reaches 20 million, among whom over a million were executed. Throughout the Soviet era, political persecution did not cease, but it reached its largest scale during the Stalin period. The "purges" targeted party officials,

27.10.2025, 15:31
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A multifunctional campus for modern education and creative technologies is planned to be built in Bishkek.

In Bishkek, as part of the new master plan until 2050, the creation of a multifunctional campus focused on modern education and creative technologies is planned. The campus will include the following elements: a university offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs; a college providing primary and secondary vocational education; an innovative coworking space; student dormitories.

27.10.2025, 15:28
A pedestrian street will be created in the center of Bishkek.
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A pedestrian street will be created in the center of Bishkek.

In accordance with the General Plan for the Development of Bishkek, which is projected until 2050, a modern pedestrian zone is planned to be created on Kyiv Street, which is 3.3 km long, and a public transport line will also be integrated into it. This project aims to create a comfortable, safe, and environmentally friendly urban environment, ensuring the coexistence of pedestrians and public transport.

27.10.2025, 15:21
In Kyrgyzstan, the UN Day was brightly celebrated
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In Kyrgyzstan, the UN Day was brightly celebrated

The celebration of UN Day took place at the Abdykalyk Maldybaev Kyrgyz National Opera and Ballet Theater. The event was held under the motto "Working Together: 80 Years of Collaboration for Peace, Development, and Human Rights and the Way Forward". According to participants, this vibrant celebration of UN Day in Kyrgyzstan was the first of its kind in a long time. National and international partners of the UN system gathered at the event, including representatives from government

27.10.2025, 15:05
In Suzak, the chief specialist of the Public Service Center has been detained
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In Suzak, the chief specialist of the Public Service Center has been detained

In Suzak, in the Jalal-Abad region, the chief specialist of the Public Service Center "Kyzmat" was detained by employees of the State Committee for National Security. According to preliminary information, P.B.M. used her official powers to systematically extort money from citizens under the guise of assisting them in obtaining citizenship of the Kyrgyz Republic. The detention occurred at the moment she was returning 21,000 soms through an electronic wallet. At the moment, P.B.M. is

27.10.2025, 15:05
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Missing patient of the Jayil Psychoneurological Boarding School found. She has passed away.

Natalia Gennadyevna Denisienko, a patient of the Jayil Psychoneurological Boarding School, was found dead. This information was confirmed by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region. On October 23, the director of the psychoneurological social inpatient facility, A.B., reported to the Internal Affairs Department of the Jayil District that a first-group disabled patient, born on April 27, 1979, and residing in the village of Indom, had gone missing around

27.10.2025, 15:03
The women's national team of Kyrgyzstan returned from the World Championship with medals
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The women's national team of Kyrgyzstan returned from the World Championship with medals

The women's freestyle wrestling team of Kyrgyzstan successfully returned to the country after participating in the U23 World Championship held in Serbia. At Manas Airport, the athletes were welcomed by high-ranking officials, including the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, and the head of the Olympic Sports Directorate, Melis Tobokelov, as well as their relatives and friends.

27.10.2025, 14:53
Quality of the soil for the construction of a new residential complex in Cholpon-Ata has been checked
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Quality of the soil for the construction of a new residential complex in Cholpon-Ata has been checked

In the city of Cholpon-Ata, located in the Issyk-Kul region, employees of the Republican Center for Certification in Construction, operating under the Ministry of Construction of the Kyrgyz Republic, conducted a soil quality inspection at the site of a new residential complex. According to the agency's information, experts carried out on-site tests to assess the degree of foundation compaction, which allows them to verify that the completed work meets the current construction standards

27.10.2025, 14:51
Ministers of the CSTO countries have agreed on a new Action Plan in the field of technology and industry
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Ministers of the CSTO countries have agreed on a new Action Plan in the field of technology and industry

On October 24, the 2nd meeting of the ministers of science, technology, innovation, and industry of the Turkic States Organization (TSO) took place in the capital of Azerbaijan, Baku, with the participation of the Minister of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, Bakyt Sydykov. During his speech, the minister emphasized the importance and growing role of the TSO, which encompasses a wide range of areas for cooperation among states.

27.10.2025, 14:48
Microchip Capable of Restoring Vision to the Blind: Scientists' Development
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Microchip Capable of Restoring Vision to the Blind: Scientists' Development

The PRIMA microchip has become the first device in the world to prove its effectiveness in treating AMD. This condition, also known as age-related macular degeneration, is a chronic and progressive disease that affects the central part of the retina—the macula—necessary for sharp central vision. AMD typically develops in older adults, gradually depriving them of the ability to read and recognize faces. In the clinical trial, 32 individuals with a visual acuity of 1.2 logMAR participated, which

27.10.2025, 14:47
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Staff Captain Arrived at Issyk-Kul and Established the First Horse Breeding Farm in Central Asia. Archive Photographs

In Karakol, on Masaliev Street, formerly known as Fuchik, there is a racetrack covering 44 hectares. This racetrack, which was established over a hundred years ago, became the first in Central Asia. Since then, only archival photographs and the memories of local historians remind us of its significant history. Nevertheless, this place once played a key role in the sports and cultural life of the city.

27.10.2025, 14:29
Edil Baysalov: Japan is a reliable partner of Kyrgyzstan in the region
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Edil Baysalov: Japan is a reliable partner of Kyrgyzstan in the region

Edil Baisalov, Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, held a meeting with the Ambassador of Japan to Kyrgyzstan, Hidaeki Goda, in connection with the conclusion of his diplomatic mission. During the conversation, Baisalov noted that the ambassador's contribution to the development of Kyrgyz-Japanese relations, political dialogue, and joint projects in various fields was quite significant.

27.10.2025, 14:29
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A delegation from the Namangan region visited the Ala-Buka district

Recently, a festival called "Dostuk" took place in the Ala-Bukinsky district, with a delegation from the Kasansay district of the Namangan region of Uzbekistan participating. According to the district akim Ruslan Aitbaev, within the framework of this event, a food fair and an exhibition of agricultural machinery were organized.

27.10.2025, 14:26
The Government of Kyrgyzstan has allowed the State Penitentiary Service to be a shareholder and engage in entrepreneurship
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The Government of Kyrgyzstan has allowed the State Penitentiary Service to be a shareholder and engage in entrepreneurship

Now the GSIN will be able to: improve the conditions of detention for convicts; develop the material and technical base of correctional institutions and pre-trial detention centers; address the social issues of convicts; compensate for the lack of budget funding. It is expected that the new resolution will come into effect 10 days after its official publication.

27.10.2025, 14:18
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The court sentenced the former mayor of Osh, who was detained by the State Committee for National Security. He did not admit his guilt.

The Osh City Court issued a ruling in the case of Mirlanbek Toktomushev, who previously held the position of qazi of the city of Osh. The verdict was announced on September 22, 2025. According to the verdict of the first instance court, Toktomushev was found guilty of abuse of power under Article 245 of the Criminal Code and was fined 120,000 soms.

27.10.2025, 14:16
In Bishkek, another illegally built high-rise building has been legalized
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In Bishkek, another illegally built high-rise building has been legalized

In Bishkek, the process of legalizing another apartment building, which was previously constructed without the necessary permits, has been successfully completed. According to the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, the legalization work continues under the directive of Minister Nurdana Oruntaev. The State Department of Architectural and Construction Control is actively processing documents for apartment buildings that were built in the past without

27.10.2025, 14:16
EU sanctions against banks in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan. How will this affect depositors and financial operations?
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EU sanctions against banks in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan. How will this affect depositors and financial operations?

The new sanctions imposed by the European Union affect banks in three Central Asian countries, coming into effect on November 12. The restrictive measures also apply to companies and cryptocurrency exchanges in Kyrgyzstan. One of the organizations affected by the 19th package of sanctions is the branch of Russian VTB in Kazakhstan. As a result, it is prohibited from conducting financial operations with counterparties from EU countries. Additionally, VTB Kazakhstan's participation in

27.10.2025, 14:14