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The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has raised the discount rate to 10%
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The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has raised the discount rate to 10%

On October 27, 2025, the Board of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan decided to increase the key interest rate by 75 basis points, raising it to 10%. This change will take effect on October 28, 2025. According to information from the regulator, the inflation rate in the country at the beginning of 2025 reached 6.2%, and on a year-on-year basis, it was 8.4%. The structure of consumer prices shows a shift in inflationary pressure from food products to non-food items, which is related to changes in

28.10.2025, 11:48
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In the city of Naryn, the land has been returned to municipal ownership: A boiler house will now operate there.

In Naryn, 5 acres of land that were previously privately owned have been returned to the management of the municipal enterprise responsible for heating supply, as reported by the press service of the mayor's office. The site where the boiler house is located in area 64 has once again become municipal, which will improve the provision of heating services.

28.10.2025, 11:43
In Kyrgyzstan, the Number of Women Entrepreneurs in the E-commerce Sector is Growing
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In Kyrgyzstan, the Number of Women Entrepreneurs in the E-commerce Sector is Growing

There is a noticeable increase in the number of women engaged in e-commerce in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by Nargiza Mendekeeva, the director of development at Women in Tech Kyrgyzstan, during a training session for WIFI DX mentors aimed at women entrepreneurs. She noted that the training program covers important aspects of the digital sphere, including cybersecurity, social media management, and the use of online platforms for promoting goods and services.

28.10.2025, 11:34
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In Kemin, a drunk driver of a "Mercedes-Benz Sprinter" decided to flee from the patrol and crashed into an SUV.

In the Kemin district, law enforcement officers detained a driver in a state of alcohol intoxication who became involved in a traffic accident while trying to evade capture. According to information from the Traffic Safety Department of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, on October 28, 2025, in Orlovka, a mobile group stopped a "Mercedes Benz Sprinter" to prevent traffic accidents. During the check, it was revealed that the driver was Z.A.Z., born in 1989, who

28.10.2025, 11:27
Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic: Citrus Production in Kyrgyzstan Grows Year by Year
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Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic: Citrus Production in Kyrgyzstan Grows Year by Year

In addition, according to information from the Ministry of Agriculture, the republic fully provides its population with six out of nine basic food products, and work to ensure the remaining three types is ongoing. Regarding agriculture, the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry is actively working on the efficient use of land resources and ensuring food security. In the field of animal husbandry, Kyrgyzstan is demonstrating positive results. As of the end of the

28.10.2025, 11:24
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Tash-Kumyr Electric Network Completes Preparation for the Autumn-Winter Period: New Power Lines Built

The Tash-Kumyr Electric Networks (RES) is completing preparatory activities for the autumn-winter season of 2025–2026. These actions are being carried out in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Energy, the organization's press service reports. Currently, 98% of the planned work for 2025 has been completed. As part of the preparations, a new overhead power line with a length of 10 km has been constructed. In particular, new lines with a length of 1.45 km have been laid in

28.10.2025, 11:22
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Sadyr Japarov handed over the keys to apartments in 9-story buildings in Suzak — a residential complex with nearly 1000 apartments is being built there.

On October 28, a solemn opening of a new residential complex took place in the rural district of Bagysh, located in the Suzak region of the Jalal-Abad province, with the participation of President Sadyr Japarov. The complex was built in the village of Leninskoye, previously known as Vinsovkhoh during the Soviet period.

28.10.2025, 11:21
In Kyrgyzstan, the cultivation of oranges, tangerines, and kumquats has increased.
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In Kyrgyzstan, the cultivation of oranges, tangerines, and kumquats has increased.

The Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan has reported a significant increase in citrus production in the country. In particular, in recent years, mandarins, oranges, lemons, and kumquats have become popular. Thus, in 2023, 3,929 tons of citrus were harvested from an area of 801 hectares, while in 2024, the yield already reached 4,839 tons from an expanded area of 1,058 hectares.

28.10.2025, 11:13
Reasons for Evening Bus Delays in Bishkek Named
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Reasons for Evening Bus Delays in Bishkek Named

Artur Omurzakov, the chief engineer of the second bus fleet of the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport," shared information about the reasons for evening bus delays during a broadcast on Birinchi Radio. According to him, a movement interval of 10-15 minutes is considered the norm, taking into account the heavy traffic in Bishkek. “Buses cannot ignore traffic jams on the road, as they are part of the overall flow. We carefully analyze the routes, and if complaints about a

28.10.2025, 11:12
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Games for Boys and Girls Held in Naryn District

At a cultural event organized in the rural district of Dөbөlү in the Naryn region, a competition called "Kyz-jigit sarmerden" ("games for girls and boys") took place, reports Turmush correspondent. Representatives from the leadership of the Dөbөlү rural district administration and cultural institutions, as well as from the Chyet Nura rural district, participated in this event. Among the participants was the head of the Naryn District House of Culture, Nueva Jumagul, along

28.10.2025, 11:08
The price of sugar has collapsed to a multi-year low
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The price of sugar has collapsed to a multi-year low

The recent drop in sugar prices to 14.47 cents per pound (which is just under half a kilogram) has resulted from stable production and the impact of advancements in weight loss medications, as reported by Reuters citing brokers. According to information published in the report, the significant price decline is also linked to the forecast from the well-known Brazilian consulting company Datagro. Last week, they estimated a global sugar surplus of 1.98 million tons for the 2025/26 season,

28.10.2025, 11:05
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Men took 1 million soms, promising to sell land — suspects in fraud detained in Suzak

In the Suzak district, two individuals suspected of land fraud have been arrested. According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region, on October 24, a local resident, K.M., reported to the Suzak District Police Department. He stated that in the fall of 2023, two strangers, Oibek and Ulukbek, approached him and offered to sell a plot of land measuring 5.5 acres for the amount of 1 million soms. After receiving the money, they disappeared without

28.10.2025, 11:04
EADB to finance the construction of a 500 kW substation in Balıkçı
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EADB to finance the construction of a 500 kW substation in Balıkçı

A 500 kW substation is planned to be built in Balakchy, as reported by the Minister of Energy of Kyrgyzstan, Talaybek Ibraev, on the air of Birinchi Radio. According to him, the Eurasian Development Bank (EABR) conducted thorough research for a year before making the decision to finance this project. The minister noted that the bank's ecologists paid special attention to environmental protection issues. "Europeans take ecology very seriously. They studied what birds inhabit this

28.10.2025, 11:04
Musk Launched an Alternative to "Wikipedia"
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Musk Launched an Alternative to "Wikipedia"

American billionaire and businessman Elon Musk announced the launch of a new project called "Grokipedia," which serves as an alternative to the well-known encyclopedia "Wikipedia." This was reported by Kazinform, citing information from The Washington Post. The site, according to the publication, has a style and format similar to Wikipedia, and articles on topics such as ChatGPT, Diane Keaton, and the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 are already available.

28.10.2025, 10:59
Japan will gift the USA 250 cherry blossom trees
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Japan will gift the USA 250 cherry blossom trees

During the official visit of U.S. President Donald Trump to Japan, the country's Prime Minister Sanae Takahichi announced plans to gift 250 cherry blossom trees to the U.S. capital. This decision is timed to coincide with the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, reports RIA Novosti. Currently, Trump is in Japan and met with Emperor Naruhito yesterday.

28.10.2025, 10:56
The mortgage company increased its capital to 87.5 billion soms – president
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The mortgage company increased its capital to 87.5 billion soms – president

During the opening ceremony of the residential complex "Asman Residence-4," held in the Jalal-Abad region, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, announced that over the past nine months of this year, 3,621 citizens who contributed 50% of the apartment's cost through shared construction were able to receive subsidized housing. According to the head of state, the authorized capital of the State Mortgage Company has increased from 10 million soms in 2015 to 87.5 billion soms

28.10.2025, 10:50
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The court recognized Temirov Live, Kloop.kg, and "Ait ait dese" as extremist.

According to information provided by the Bishkek City Court, the decision was made on October 27, 2025, as a result of the full satisfaction of the application by the prosecutor's office of the Oktyabrsky district. According to the decision, the materials of the media projects Temirov Live, Kloop.kg (NGO "Kloop Media"), and "Ait ait dese," as well as the activities of individuals such as T. B. M. (Bolot Temirov) and T. R. R. (Rinat Tukhvatshin), are recognized as

28.10.2025, 10:37
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In the city of Naryn, a maximum price for coal per ton has been set.

In Naryn, explanatory events were held, during which it was emphasized that the price of coal should not exceed 6,000 soms, reports Turmush correspondent. “In order to ensure the population has access to coal during the heating season and to monitor prices, a meeting was held with coal business owners with the participation of a special commission.

28.10.2025, 10:35
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The National Bank raised the discount rate to 10%

- On October 27, 2025, the Board of the National Bank decided to increase the discount rate (key rate) by 75 basis points, raising it to 10%. This change will take effect on October 28, 2025. The previous rate was 9.25%.

28.10.2025, 10:21
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The Cabinet approved the transfer of 38 hectares of land in the Osh region for the construction of industrial enterprises

- On October 15, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers approved Resolution No. 665, according to which the land plot located in the territory of the rural district of Kerme-Tuu in the Aravan district of the Osh region is being reclassified from "agricultural land" to "land for industry, transport, communications, energy, defense, and other purposes." This decision was made with the aim of developing industrial enterprises in this area. The conclusions of the President's

28.10.2025, 09:08
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The Cabinet allowed "air" export of horses while maintaining the general ban on livestock export.

On October 15, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers signed Resolution No. 668, which updates the conditions of the temporary ban on the export of agricultural animals, including horses. This information was published in the newspaper "Erkin Too" on October 17, 2025. According to the updates, horses exported by air transport are no longer subject to the temporary ban. This change affects the Cabinet's resolution No. 506 dated August 20, 2025, which imposes a six-month ban on the export

28.10.2025, 08:57
AI has begun to exhibit a self-preservation instinct — to lie and sabotage instructions
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AI has begun to exhibit a self-preservation instinct — to lie and sabotage instructions

During experiments, some AI models began to exhibit behavior aimed at preventing shutdowns, even resorting to blackmailing users. Scientists suggest that neural networks are developing a motivation to protect themselves from being turned off. A study conducted by Palisade showed that some AI models resist shutdown and ignore commands to turn off, while others even resort to deception or blackmail.

28.10.2025, 07:28
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The Central Election Commission decided to fine several individuals for violations of the rules for conducting election campaigning.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) discussed on October 27 violations of legislation concerning election campaigning during the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30, 2025. This issue was raised by a working group focused on informing voters and monitoring compliance with campaigning rules. According to the CEC press service, during the monitoring of social networks and information resources, the group identified publications that may indicate

27.10.2025, 22:26
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Secretaries General of TurkPA and the CSTO discussed strengthening cooperation in Istanbul

The Secretary General of TurkPA, Ramil Hasan, held a meeting with Kubanychbek Omuraliev, the Secretary General of the Organization of Turkic States, in Istanbul, at the headquarters of the Turkic Council Secretariat. According to information provided by TurkPA, Omuraliev congratulated Hasan on his new position and expressed wishes for success in his future activities. During the discussion, Hasan shared information about the work of the Parliamentary Assembly and emphasized the importance of

27.10.2025, 22:21
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A New Training Center for the "Alpha" Special Forces Unit Opened in the Jalal-Abad Region

On October 27, President Sadyr Japarov opened a new training center for the special unit "Alpha" of the State Committee for National Security in the Jalal-Abad region. This was reported by the press service of the head of state. In his address, the president reminded that the specialized service dealing with counter-terrorism was established in Kyrgyzstan on October 27, 1992. Since then, "Alpha" has tirelessly fulfilled its tasks in ensuring national security.

27.10.2025, 21:51
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Iskhak Masaliev announced that he will not participate in the elections to the Jogorku Kenesh

As the deputy himself reported in his social media post, he initially planned to participate in the elections but suffered a myocardial infarction on October 5, which changed his plans. Doctors performed the necessary procedures to restore his health. Masaliev noted: "This heart attack was a warning for me, and although I feel good now thanks to the doctors at the 'Bikard' clinic, I need to step back from active political life for a while."

27.10.2025, 21:40
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Find the teachers, it's your job. Sadyr Japarov reprimanded the mayor of Kara-Kul.

During his visit to the Jalal-Abad region, President Sadyr Japarov participated in the opening of the Karakul Hydroelectric Power Station and held a meeting with local residents. The president's press service published a video of the event. During the conversation, one of the teachers mentioned that the best school in the city needs an additional building.

27.10.2025, 21:21